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Back to School - Middle School

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Get ready for the 2022-2023 school year!

We’re excited to welcome you to campus. Here’s what you need to know and do to ensure your year gets off to a great start. Before we dive into the details, please take note of Menlo’s COVID-19 protocols for testing and masking so you are ready for the first day of school.

Middle School: Important Dates

Date

Event

Monday,

Aug. 8

  • Instructions for accessing Middle School schedules were sent in this email.

Monday, 

Aug. 22

  • COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic (6th, 9th, 12th). 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Spieker Center Lobby. 
    All students, faculty, and staff need to obtain a negative test before coming to campus for the first time (orientation activities or the first day of school). Either a PCR or an antigen test is sufficient though those who have had Covid in the last 90 days should use the antigen test. Those new to Menlo who would like to test on campus, should pre-register at Inspire Diagnostics here. See full safety protocols here.

Tuesday, 

Aug. 23

  • 6th Grade Field Event. 9:00 am-11:00 am, Cartan Field. Outdoor fun and games for students.
  • COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic (7th, 8th, 10th, 11th). 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Spieker Center Lobby.

Wednesday, 

Aug. 24

  • 6th Grade Orientation (students only). 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. Students will receive their lockers and locks, tour the Middle School Campus and get essential information for the Outdoor Ed. trip on August 25. Details here.
  • 6th Grade Knightbook Photo Makeups and Retakes. Students who were unable to take their photos taken in May for Menlo’s online directory or those who would like to have their photo retaken, can do so on Aug. 24 from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Athletic Center Lobby.
  • COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic (Open to All). 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Spieker Center Lobby.

Thursday, 

Aug. 25

  • First Day of School. The day begins with a short assembly in the Middle School Garage (masks required) at 8:35 am.
  • 6th Grade Overnight Outdoor Ed. Details are in this email.
  • 6th Grade Parent Coffee. 8:45-10:30 am on the CADC Patio. Details to come.
  • COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic. 7:30 am-4:00 pm, Spieker Center Lobby. 6th grade and chaperones to antigen test prior to boarding the bus to depart on the retreat; open to all after 9:00 am.

Friday, 

Aug. 26

  • 6th Grade Returns from Overnight Outdoor Ed, approximately 4:00 pm. 
  • 7th Grade Day Retreat to the Riekes Center. Details in this email.
  • 8th Grade Retreat. Details in this email.

Monday, 

Aug. 29

  • COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic (Open to All). 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Spieker Center Lobby.

Wednesday, 

Aug. 31

  • 7th Grade Knightbook Photos. 10:55-11:50 am, Athletic Center Lobby, during tutorial and lunch.
  • 8th Grade Parent Coffee. 9:00-11:00 am, CADC Patio

Thursday, 

Sept. 1

  • 8th Grade Knightbook Photos. 10:55-11:50 am, Athletic Center Lobby, during advocacy and lunch.

Friday, 

Sept. 2

  • 7th Grade Parent Fall Coffee. 9:00-11:00 am, CADC Patio

Various dates

Before School Starts, Do This:

1. TURN IN YOUR HEALTH FORMS

2. REVIEW COVID-19 HEALTH AND SAFETY DETAILS

3. GET YOUR SCHEDULE, BOOKS, AND SUPPLIES AND FINISH SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS

4. GETTING TO CAMPUS

5. WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE FIRST DAY! 

QUESTIONS?

These people may be able to help, or you can email info@menloschool.org. You may also want to check out the Menlo Dictionary to help understand the programs and terminology at Menlo.


New families: Your Menlo Otka login information was sent to you on August 6. If you have trouble logging in, please contact techticket@menloschool.org with your child’s full name and grade level. We will respond to you in a timely manner.