FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2009 

Mrs. Nocella: This message is for all 6^th grade homerooms.  The Yoplait Pink Lid contest is still on!!!  Collect the pink lids off of Yoplait yogurt containers.  Rinse them at home & then give them to your homeroom representative.  For each lid you donate, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Breast Cancer research.  The homeroom with the most lids will win a cool prize!  The contest ends on Friday, November 6^th. And…would last year’s 6^th grade officers & advisory board members please stop by Mrs. Nocell’s room sometime during the day. 

Ms. Olsen:  A.M. The winner’s of this year’s “Teen Read Week” raffle are: Anthony Medina  Alyssa Racanelli  Lauren Walter  Haseeb Omar  Samantha Marroquin  Kristina LaPuma  Alexandria Keane  Viet Ngo  Ahmadi Aydelott  Humza Choudhry  Nick Estrada  Jamima Chowdhury  Congratulations.  Please remember to stop by the library with your school ID to pick up your prize.   

PTA:  A.M. & P.M.  PTA Coat Drive:  If you or someone you know needs a coat please come down to the office today.   We have boys, girls, & adult sizes.  After today all coats will be donated. 

Mrs. Russo:  A.M. Attention all homeroom teachers:  Please make sure all donations are brought to room 251 today at the end of homeroom.  Remember the homeroom that collects the most money receives a bagel breakfast. 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2009 

Mrs. Cerrito:  A.M. & P.M. The Newspaper Club will meet this afternoon in room 226!  Bring your articles. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M.  On the day before Halloween don’t forget to mix it up.  Wear Orange & Black.  NO costumes, just wear Orange & Black. 

Ms. Offerman-Celentano:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all faculty & staff:  Come out this afternoon & save 3 lives.  Come to Marion G. Vedder Elementary anytime between 3:00 & 8:30 & donate blood.  The 4^th graders at MGV will be there to assist you in their scrubs as little doctors.  Your donation can save 3 lives. 

Mrs. Pino:  A.M. & P.M. Jazz Band today, 9^th period.  All members please attend. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. PTA Coat Drive:  If you or someone you know needs a coat please come down to the office today through Friday.  We have boys, girls, & adult sizes.  After Friday all coats will be donated. 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2009 

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M.

There will be Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9.  All members must attend or see Mrs. Buehler. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. Congratulations to the girls & boys Cross Country Team in their meet against Lindenhurst.  Among those running well for Robert Moses were:  Elijah Sampson, Anthony Covelli, Xavier Aristide, Jenna Trentalange, Rachel Rex, Sofia Fightmaster, & Sabrina Kachurka.  Great job team.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. On the day before Halloween don’t forget to mix it up.  Wear Orange & Black.  NO costumes, just wear Orange & Black. 

Mrs. Latterman:  A.M. & P.M. Sixth grade homework center will meet in room 137 today.  Again, the sixth grade homework center will meet in room 137 today. 

Mrs. Lombardo:  A.M. Color Guard will meet tomorrow in the band room from 3:05 – 4:30. 

Mrs. Nocella: This message is for all sixth grade homerooms.  The Yoplait Pink Lid contest is still on!!!  Collect the pink lids off of Yoplait yogurt containers.  Rinse them at home & then give them to your homeroom representative.  For each lid you donate, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Breast Cancer research.  The homeroom with the most lids will win a cool prize!  The contest ends on Friday, November 6^th.   Also…all sixth grade cabinet members should be meeting with Mrs. Nocella NOW in the auditorium.  

Ms. Orrigo:  A.M. & P.M. Due to the overwhelming turn-out, the Art club will be split into 2 groups.  The 6^th grade group will meet on Thursdays & the 7^th & 8^th grade group will meet on Wednesdays.  Please check the schedule of dates outside of room 120. 

Mrs. Pino:  A.M. & P.M. All band lessons are cancelled for today. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. PTA Coat Drive:  If you or someone you know needs a coat please come down to the office today through Friday.  We have boys, girls, & adult sizes.  After Friday all coats will be donated. 

Ms. Sarro & Ms. Kirk:  A.M. & P.M. Attention 8^th graders:  Permission slips for Medieval Times are given out today.  The Medieval Times trip will be on Friday, November 13^th.  The buses will leave at 4:30pm.  Permission slips are due back on Friday, November 6^th.  Only the first 98 students may go.  Money will be collected during homeroom.  Please put the permission slips & money in an envelope with your name on it.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2009 

Mrs. Kirk & Ms. Sarro:  A.M. & P.M. To All Eighth Grade Students:  Any student interested in becoming a representative for the 8^th grade class, please come to room 166, today, October 27^th during 9^th period.  Our meetings will include planning of class trips & fundraisers for the school year.  Please come join us in planning a fun year! 

Mrs. Lombardo:  A.M. Sixth grade Orchestra lessons are as follows for today in the auditorium: Group A – 3^rd period  Group B – 5^th period  Also:  Color Guard will meet Thursday this week from 3:05 – 4:30.  Please meet in the band room.  

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting today, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250.  

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. PTA Coat Drive:  If you or someone you know needs a coat – please come down to the office today through Friday.  We have boys, girls & adult sizes.  After Friday all coats will be donated.  

Mrs. Pino:  A.M. Band lessons are as follows:  Period 3 – Group G – Flute 8   Period 5 – Group H – Flute 7   Period 6 – Group E – Low Brass 6   Period 7 – Group F – Percussion 6  NO Jazz Band rehearsal today.  We will meet on Thursday, 9^th period.  

Ms. Sarro & Ms. Kirk:  A.M. & P.M.  Attention 8^th graders:  Permission slips for Medieval Times are given out today.  The Medieval Times trip will be on Friday, November 13^th.  The buses will leave at 4:30pm.  Permission slips are due back on Friday, November 6^th.  Only the first 98 students may go.  Money will be collected during homeroom.  Please put the permission slips & money in an envelope with your name on it.  

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2009

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M. There will be Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9.  All members must attend or see Mrs. Buehler.

Mrs. Lombardo & Mrs. Emerick:  A.M.  To All Bowling Club Members:  Our first trip to Babylon Bowl is this today.  Please bring your envelope to room 128 by 1pm.

Remember you MUST attend either extra help or the homework center 9^th period.  We will meet in the auditorium at 3:05.

Mrs. Marchionna:  A.M. & P.M.  Attention all Kick Line girls: There is no practice tomorrow, please come on Wednesday.

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M.  Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250.

Mrs. Nocella:  This message is for all sixth grade homerooms:  The Yoplait Pink Lid Contest is still on!!!  Collect the pink lids off of Yoplait yogurt containers.  Rinse them at home & then give them to your homeroom representative.  For each lid you donate, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Breast Cancer research.  The homeroom with the most lids will win a cool prize!  The contest ends on Friday, November 6^th.

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. PTA Coat Drive:  If you or someone you know needs a coat – please come down to the office today through Friday.  We have boys, girls & adult sizes.  After Friday all coats will be donated.

Mrs. Pino:  A.M. Sixth grade lessons are as follows:  Period 3 – Group A – Flutes  Period 5 – Group B – Clarinets  Period 6 – Group C – Saxophones  Period 7 – Group D – Trumpets  Percussion Ensemble rehearsal today, 9^th period.  All members please attend.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2009 

Mr. McHugh:  A.M. & P.M. Please remember that only students who are “WALKERS” may walk off the school property at the 2:35pm dismissal.  Any student who attempts to walk home when they should be on a bus will receive supervision. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 9^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Mrs. Lombardo & Mrs. Emerick:  A.M. & P. M. To All Bowling Club Members:  Our first trip to Babylon Bowl is this Monday, October 26^th.  If you plan on attending, you must turn in your envelope by 1:00pm to Mrs. Emerick in room 128.  NO EXCEPTIONS! 

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250. 

Mrs. Nocella: This message is for all sixth grade homerooms:  Yesterday, your homeroom representative told you about a contest the sixth grade is having.  Here are the details……Collect the pink lids off of Yoplait yogurt containers.  Rinse them at home & then give them to your homeroom representative.  For each lid you donate, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Breast Cancer research.  The homeroom with the most lids will win a cool prize!  The contest ends on Friday, November 6^th. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. Today is the last day for the PTA’s annual Coat Drive.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2009 

Mr. McHugh:  A.M. & P.M.  Please remember that only students who are “WALKERS” may walk off the school property at the 2:35pm dismissal.  Any student who attempts to walk home when they should be on a bus will receive supervision.

Mr. McHugh:  A.M. & P.M. There will be a Site Base meeting today at 3:05 in room 237.  All students & staff on Site Base should attend.  Students on Site Base are reminded that you must be picked up – NO BUS TRANSPORTATION will be provided.  

Nurse’s Office:  A.M. The nurse’s office will be closed today at 9:30am until an announcement is made to re-open it.  Only emergencies.  You must go to the main office.  

Mrs. Cerrito:  P.M.  The Newspaper Club will meet today in room 226.  Please bring your outlines & articles with you.  

Mrs. DePietto & the SADD Club:  A.M. & P.M. Saying NO to drugs is “No Sweat”.  Wear sweats on Friday! 

Mrs. Gesele:  A.M. & P.M. Today’s Aquatic Biology Club meeting will be held in room 211, 9^th period.  New 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th grade members are always welcome.  

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 9^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Coach Jones:  A.M.  The Field Hockey Team played West Babylon to a 0 – 0 tie yesterday.  Carly Heinlein, Christie Conk, Lily LaFleur, Kaitlyn Recine, & Casey Wheeler played well.  Goalie Kristina LaPuma recorded 5 saves.  Great job girls!  

Mrs. Lafferty: To the 6^th grade Computer Club:  Sixth grade Computer Club will meet today, period 9, in room 119.  All members please attend.  Club photos will be taken for the yearbook. 

Mrs. Lombardo:  A.M. Orchestra extra help & Color Guard are cancelled for today.  

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250. 

Music Department: Congratulations to all Marching Band, Color Guard & Kick Line members on last nights trip to Hofstra University Newsday Marching Band Festival.  You all did a great job showing your support for the High School Marching Band.  Special thanks to all of our chaperones:  Mrs. Sylvester, Mrs. Buehler, Mrs. McRae, Mrs. Whitman & Mrs. Lee.  We really appreciate all of your help. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M.  The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. 

Coach Romanello:  P.M. Congratulations to the North Babylon eleven year old Cheerleading Team for taking first place at their competition on Sunday.  Kianna Franklin, Karleigh Wykert, Sydney Rotunno, Laura Losco, Jillian Bavuso, & Rachel Johns led the team to victory.  The team’s record is now 2 – 0.  Keep up the good work! 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2009 

Mr. McHugh:  A.M. & P.M. Please remember that only students who are “WALKERS” may walk off the school property at the 2:35pm dismissal.  Any student who attempts to walk home when they should be on a bus will receive supervision. 

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M. There will be Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9.  All members must attend. 

Mrs. DePietto & the SADD Club:  A.M. & P.M. Team up against drugs & wear a team jersey on Thursday. Saying NO to drugs is “No Sweat”.  Wear sweats on Friday! 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. Congratulations to the Boy’s & Girl’s Cross Country team on their big win over Amityville.  Among those running well for Robert Moses were Violet Williams, Nicholas Negron, Ryan Specht, Fabrizio Salerno, James McKeever, Danny Colloca, Amber Garcia, & with a come from behind win Michael Aufiero. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 9^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250. 

Coach Murray:  A.M. The 7^th grade Girl’s Soccer team beat Bay Shore yesterday.  The girls now have a record of 3 wins, 2 losses, & 1 tie.  They are playing great together as a team this year.  Keep up the good work. 

Mrs. Pino:  All Marching Band, Color Guard & Kick Line students attending Hofstra please make sure you stop by the band room & pick up an information sheet. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. 

Mrs. Russo:  A.M. & P.M. Leaders Club meeting today, period 9, in room 251. 

Mrs. Seeno: Mathletes:  Congratulations to all members who participated in Tuesday’s meet:  Kevin Leonardo, Michael Aufiero, Alyssa White, Matthew McGovern, Vincent Tozzi, Viet Ngo, Ernesto Chacon, John Cuomo, Jason Brown & Ryan Thompson.  Goo9d Job!  See you Tuesday for practice. 

Site Base:  A.M. & P.M. On Saturday, October 24^th, the Site-Based committee is hosting a Courtyard Clean-Up.  It will be from 10:00am to 1:00pm.  Permission slips can be found outside rooms 250 & 251.  Any questions see Mrs. Russo or Miss Muller. 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2009 

Attention: If you need to have your picture re-taken, or a new ID picture taken, report to the auditorium during your lunch period today, October 20^th.  This applies to any new entrants here at Robert Moses Middle School. 

Mrs. DePietto & the SADD Club:  A.M. & P.M. Show your support for Red Ribbon week & wear red on Wednesday, October 21^st.  Show your commitment to a healthy lifestyle & say no to drugs, tobacco, & alcohol. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 10^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Coach Jones:  A.M. The Field Hockey Team played Copiague to a 1 to 1 tie yesterday.  Gabby Buckley scored our only goal.  Great defenses lead by Sam Fann, Lesly Galvez, & Candace Corrigan did a fine job.  Great job girls. 

Mrs. Lombardo:  A.M. Sixth grade Orchestra lessons are as follows for today:   Group A – period 2    Group B – period 3All lessons will be in the band room for today.   

Mrs. Marchionna:  A.M. A reminder to all Kick Line girls:  Practice today in room 249 until 3:02pm. 

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M.  Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250. 

Mrs. Pino:   Band lessons are as follows:   Period 1 – Group F – 6^th grade Drummers   Period 4 – Group G – 8^th grade    Flutes   Period 6 – Group H – 7^th grade Flutes    Period 8 – Group E – 6^th grade Low Brass   Jazz rehearsal 9^th period today    

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. 

Mrs. Seeno: Mathletes:  We will be leaving at 2:10pm, today, October 20^th, for the meet at Deer Park.  Bring all of your stuff & have your parent pick you up at 4:30pm here at Robert Moses.  Any questions see Mrs. Seeno in room 163. 

Site Base:  A.M. & P.M. On Saturday, October 24^th, the Site-Based committee is hosting a Courtyard Clean-Up.  It will be from 10:00am to 1:00pm.  Permission slips can be found outside rooms 250 & 251.  Any questions see Mrs. Russo or Miss Muller.  

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009

Attention: The Life Touch Photographer will be back on October 20^th for students that were absent on photo day.  Please pick up your order form in the main office. 

Mrs. DePietto & the SADD Club:  A.M. & P.M. This week is Red Ribbon Week.  Please join us here at Robert Moses Middle School & commit to a healthy & drug free lifestyle.  The original Red Ribbon Week campaign was created in honor of the US Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camerena, who was kidnapped & killed after uncovering a multibillion dollar drug ring in Mexico.  Red Ribbon Week celebrated the memory of this special man who gave his life in the fight to keep Americans safe from drugs.  Let’s support his efforts by displaying the stickers, wearing red on Wednesday, & wearing the bracelets you will receive in homeroom this week.  Say no to drugs, alcohol & tobacco & help empower our community to make healthy decisions when faced with difficult choices! 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. The following students have won prizes from The Neon Glow dance: Kaitlyn Canavire – Homeroom 152    Cevin Felix – Homeroom 151    John McGuinness – Homeroom 140      Christiana Mangiapane – Homeroom 226   Anayah Toney – Homeroom 168   Please see Ms. Gusmerotti in room 238 today for your prize. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 10^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Ms. Maggi:  A.M. There will be a Photography Club meeting tomorrow, October 20^th, in room 121. 

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250. 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009

Attention: To all homeroom teachers:  Please make sure all the Life Touch picture packets have been distributed to the students.  If you have any pictures not claimed please send them down to the main office immediately. The Life Touch Photographer will be back on October 20^th for students that were absent on photo day.

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Bring ticket & any form of ID Entrances:  6^th grade room 102-  7^th grade room 103- 8^th grade teacher’s café- Neon Glow theme of dance- Start time 7:00pm- End time 9:30pm Parents must be here.  Don’t plan on calling home for a ride- Appropriate behavior & attire.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. If you would like to support a good cause, join Student Council in their walk to Make Strides Against Breast Cancer.  It is this Sunday at Jones Beach.  See Ms. Gusmerotti in room 238 if you would like to walk.

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 10^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions.

Mrs. Marchionna:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all Kick Line girls:  Practice on Tuesday.  If you haven’t received a uniform yet, you can pick it up Tuesday after practice.

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250.

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. PTA:  A.M. The fall fundraiser is due today, Friday, October 16^th.  Please hand in your orders & payments by today.  Thank you.

Mrs. Seeno: Mathletes:  Tuesday, October 20^th, will be our first meet at Deer Park.  If you plan to compete see Mrs. Seeno in room 163, by today, to sign up.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2009 

Attention: The Life Touch Photographer will be back on October 20^th for students that were absent on photo day.  Please pick up your order form in the main office. 

Mrs. Cerrito:  A.M. The Newspaper Club will meet today in room 226 during period 9.  Please bring a draft or an outline for your article. 

Mrs. DePietto:  A.M. & PM. SADD Club meeting today, October 15^th, 9^th period, in room 260. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student Council’s first dance is this Friday, October 16, 2009, from 7:00pm – 9:30pm in the cafeteria.  The theme of the dance is Neon Glow.  Wear your brightest neon outfit.  You must be eligible to attend.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. If you would like to support a good cause, join Student Council in their walk to Make Strides Against Breast Cancer.  It is this Sunday at Jones Beach.  See Ms. Gusmerotti in room 238 if you would like to walk. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 10^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

Mrs. Lee:  A.M. & P.M. To All Staff:  Today is the last day to participate in the NBTO Making Strides Against Breast Cancer raffle.  The cost is $10.00 & 100% of your donation goes to The American Cancer Society.  Checks can be made out to The American Cancer Society.  Again, a big thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket & to everyone who helped sell tickets within their departments.  Please see Jodi Lee for tickets.  Remember, hope starts with you! 

Miss Muller:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all students:  The Literary Magazine will be having its second meeting on Tuesday, October 27^th.  We will be meeting period 9 in room 250.  Our picture will be taken for the yearbook.  If you have any questions, see Miss Muller in room 250.

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. PTA:  A.M. The fall fundraiser has been extended until Friday, October 16^th.  Please hand in your orders & payments by this Friday.  Thank you. 

Mrs. Seeno: Mathletes:  Tuesday, October 20^th, will be our first meet at Deer Park.  If you plan to compete see Mrs. Seeno in room 163, by Friday, to sign up. 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009 

Attention: The Life Touch Photographer will be back on October 20^th for students that were absent on photo day.  Please pick up your order form in the main office. 

Mrs. Brierly:  Advance notice:  October 30^th will be a Student Council sponsored Spirit Day.  Students may show their school spirit by wearing orange & black clothing.  NO Halloween costumes this year. 

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M. Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9, in the chorus room.  All members must attend. 

Mrs. DePietto:  A.M. & P.M. SADD Club meeting Thursday, October 15^th, 9^th period, in room 260. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. & P.M.Year Book meeting cancelled today, October 14^th.  

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student Council’s first dance is this Friday, October 16, 2009, from 7:00pm – 9:30pm in the cafeteria.  The theme of the dance is Neon Glow.  Wear your brightest neon outfit.  You must be eligible to attend. Tickets will be sold today, October 14^th, during all lunch periods.  The cost is $5.00.  Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. If you would like to support a good cause, join Student Council in their walk to Make Strides Against Breast Cancer.  It is this Sunday at Jones Beach.  See Ms. Gusmerotti in room 238 if you would like to walk. 

Ms. Janelis & Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention all 7^th & 8^th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball:  Physicals will be given on Friday, November 6^th, during your physical education classes, & again on Monday, November 10^th.  Without a physical you cannot try out for the team on November 16^th.  There will be no exceptions. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. PTA:  A.M. & P.M. Just a reminder:  All reflections projects are due in the main office no later than today, October 14^th. PTA:  A.M.  The fall fundraiser has been extended until Friday, October 16^th.  Please hand in your orders & payments by this Friday.  Thank you. 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2009 

Attention: The Life Touch Photographer will be back on October 20^th for students that were absent on photo day.  Please pick up your order form in the main office.

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student council will host their first dance of the year on Friday, October 16, 2009.  Tickets will be sold  today, October 13^th & Wednesday, October 14^th, during all lunch periods.  The cost is $5.00. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The PTA’s annual Coat Drive is underway.  Please bring in any unwanted coats or jackets, in any size, from now until October 23rd.  There are boxes placed in the front lobby where you can leave them.  Thank you. PTA:  A.M. & P.M. Just a reminder:  All reflections projects are due in the main office no later than Wednesday, October 14^th.PTA:  A.M. The fall fundraiser has been extended until Friday, October 16^th.  Please hand in your orders & payments by this Friday.  Thank you. 

Mrs. Pino:  A.M. & P.M. Reminder to all Marching Band, Color Guard, & Kick Line students:  All fundraiser orders & money are due by tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14^th.  Please make all checks payable to Robert Moses Middle School.  Please hand in all materials to Mrs. Pino in the band room.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2009 

Mrs. Brierly:  A.M. & P.M. To 7^th grade students:  Please be reminded that 7^th graders with homerooms in Technology & Social Studies rooms should enter through the Tech doors.  Seventh graders with homerooms in the new wing should enter near the flagpole doors. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student council will host their first dance of the year on Friday, October 16, 2009.  Tickets will be sold on Tuesday, October 13^th & Wednesday, October 14^th, during all lunch periods.  The cost is $5.00. 

Mrs. Marchionna:  A.M. & P.M. As a reminder to all Kick Line members:  Practice on Tuesday in room 249. 

NBTO:  A.M. To All Staff:  The NBTO “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” raffle is still going on.  The cost of the ticket is $10.00 & 100% of your donation goes to the American Cancer Society.  Thank you to everyone who has already participated & to all who helped sell tickets within their department.  If you would like a ticket or further information please see Jodi Lee or Provi Bennett.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009 

Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period. 

Mrs. Brierly:  A.M. & P.M. To 7^th grade students:  Please be reminded that 7^th graders with homerooms in Technology & Social Studies rooms should enter through the Tech doors.  Seventh graders with homerooms in the new wing should enter near the flagpole doors.

Mrs. Cerrito:  Newspaper Club will meet 9^th period in room 226.  Members should bring an outline or a rough draft of their article.

Mrs. DePietto:  A.M.  SAAD Club meeting today, October 8^th, & next week, October 15^th.  Please go to room 260 for 9^th period. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student council will host their first dance of the year on Friday, October 16, 2009.  Tickets will be sold on Tuesday, October 13^th & Wednesday, October 14^th, during all lunch periods.  The cost is $5.00. 

NBTO:  A.M. To All Staff:  The NBTO “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” raffle is still going on.  The cost of the ticket is $10.00 & 100% of your donation goes to the American Cancer Society.  Thank you to everyone who has already participated & to all who helped sell tickets within their department.  If you would like a ticket or further information please see Jodi Lee or Provi Bennett. 

Ms. Olsen:  A.M. Students who received an invitation to the Readers Breakfast may report to the tech side of the cafeteria at the end of homeroom. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. Please hand in orders & payments for the fundraiser tomorrow.  This is our biggest fundraiser.  We need this to fund the many activities that the PTA sponsors such as dances & moving up.  If you need order forms, they are in the main office. PTA:  A.M. & P.M. Just a reminder:  All reflections projects are due in the main office no later than Wednesday, October 14^th. PTA:  A.M. & P.M. To all staff:  The PTA will be hosting a welcome back breakfast on Friday, October 9^th, in the faculty lounge starting at 7:30am. Please join us!  If you have not already joined the PTA, you may do so at the breakfast or by seeing Ellen Alahverdian for a form.  Membership is only $8.00. 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2009

Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period.

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M. Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9, in the chorus room.  Please see Mrs. Buehler if you CANNOT attend.

Mrs. Cerrito:   Newspaper Club will meet 9^th period in room 226.  Members should bring an outline or a rough draft of their article.

Mrs. DePietto:  A.M.  SAAD Club meeting on Thursday, this week, October 8^th, & next week, October 15^th.  Please go to room 260 for 9^th period.

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd.

Mrs. Gesele:  A.M. & P.M. The next Aquatic Biology Club meeting will be held in room 211, 9^th period, this Thursday, October 8^th.  New 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th grade members are always welcome.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. Congratulations to the Cross Country team on their great start.  The team beat Udall on Monday.  Among those running well for Robert Moses were:  Sabrina Kachurka, Ashley D’Amico, Rudiana Anglade, Jaclyn Schoelermann, Emily Zhao, Jeremy Cirulnick & Michael Aufiero.  Great job team! Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Student council will host their first dance of the year on Friday, October 16, 2009.  Tickets will be sold on Tuesday, October 13^th & Wednesday, October 14^th, during all lunch periods.  The cost is $5.00.

Mrs. Latterman: Thank you to Neil, Danielle, Jake, Michelle, Emily, Gina, Tiffany & Valerie.  They spent Tuesday afternoon packing books to donate to schools in Ethiopia.  Great job kids.

Coach McCoy:  A.M. The Boy’s Soccer Team suffered their first loss of the season, falling to Deer Park 5-4.  Armani Prosper lead the scoring with 2 goals.  Frank Baranek scored his first goal of the season & Isaiah Moore scored his second goal of the season.  Come support the Boy’s Soccer Team as they take on West Islip today at 4:00pm at Moses.

NBTO:  A.M. To All Staff:  The NBTO “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” raffle is still going on.  The cost of the ticket is $10.00 & 100% of your donation goes to the American Cancer Society.  Thank you to everyone who has already participated & to all who helped sell tickets within their department.  If you would like a ticket or further information please see Jodi Lee or Provi Bennett.

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The fall fundraiser is underway.  If you do not have the catalogs, please pick one up in the office.  Orders & payments are due Thursday, October 8^th.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2009

Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period.

Mrs. DePietto: A.M. SAAD Club meeting on Thursday, this week, October 8^th, & next week, October 15^th.  Please go to room 260 for 9^th period.

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd.

Mrs. Latterman:  A.M. & P.M.Attention all students going on the Junior Honor Society field trip today:  Please report to Mrs. Latterman in room 244, 9^th period today.

Mrs. Lombardo:  A.M. Sixth grade Orchestra lessons for today are as follows: Period 1 – Group B, Period 5 – Group A, Please meet in the auditorium. Also:  Color Guard will meet tomorrow in the band room from 3:05pm – 4:30pm.

Mrs. Marchionna:  A.M. & P.M. As a reminder to all Kick Line members:  Practice today until 3:05pm.

Coach McCoy:  A.M. The Boy’s Soccer Team won their first game of the season.  Winning a defensive battle against Babylon 1-0 on a goal by Isaiah Moore in the final seconds of the fourth period.  Keep up the good work boys.

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The fall fundraiser is underway.  If you do not have the catalogs, please pick one up in the office.  Orders & payments are due Thursday, October 8^th.

Mrs. Pino:  Band lessons today are as follows: Period 1 – Group H, 7^th grade Flutes, Period 4 – Group E, 6^th grade Low Brass, Period 6 – Group F, 6^th grade Drummers, Period 8 – Group G, 8^th grade Flutes, **Jazz Band rehearsal today, 9^th period, all members please attend.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2009 

Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period. 

Mrs. Buehler:  A.M. & P.M. Select Chorus rehearsal today, period 9, in the chorus room.  Please see Mrs. Buehler if you cannot attend. 

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. This is to remind all newly elected Student Council officers to check in with their homeroom teachers & then report to the auditorium on Tuesday, October 6, 2009. 

Ms. Maggi:  A.M. There will be a Photography Club meeting on Tuesday, October 6^th, in room 121. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The fall fundraiser is underway.  If you do not have the catalogs, please pick one up in the office.  Orders & payments are due Thursday, October 8^th. 

Mrs. Pino:  Sixth grade lessons today are as follows: Period 1 – Group D, Trumpets, Period 4 – Group A, Flutes             Period 6 – Group B, Clarinets, Period 8 – Group C, Saxes Please make every attempt to be at lessons.  If you cannot make it please try & make the make-up lesson on Friday, period 1. **Percussion ensemble rehearsal today, 9^th period.  All members please attend. 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2009 

Miss Hartnett: The school store is closed today. Miss Hartnett:  To any student attending after school events, such as sporting events:  You must be eligible & you must provide your own transportation home. Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M.A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period.  

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd. 

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention students:  If you would like to read the Student Council candidates’ speeches, you can go to the North Babylon website, Robert Moses School Student Council, & see them there.Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. Student Council ballots were in your mailboxes today.  All students will vote in the classroom following the speeches.  Please tally the votes, if you can, & return everything to Ms. Gusmerotti.  Thank you. 

PTA:  A.M. & P.M. The fall fundraiser is underway.  If you do not have the catalogs, please pick one up in the office.  Orders & payments are due Thursday, October 8^th. 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2009

Miss Hartnett:  To any student attending after school events, such as sporting events:  You must be eligible & you must provide your own transportation home.  Miss Hartnett:To All Students:  Please remind your parents that tonight is Meet the Teacher.  You must provide your parents with your schedule for an EVEN day.  Include homeroom, course name, teacher, & room number.  The evening begins at 6:30pm with a PTA presentation “Prescription Drugs in the Home” by the Suffolk County Police Department.  This evening is NOT FOR CHILDREN!!!!!! Miss Hartnett:  A.M. & P.M. A reminder to all students:  You must have a bus pass to gain access to your bus.  Replacement bus passes may be purchased for $1.00, in guidance during your lunch period.

Mrs. Brierly:  A.M. & P.M. Any teachers who need PTA Reflections applications to be submitted with entries please see Mrs. Lombardo in the main office.

Coach Jones:  A.M. The Hockey team suffered a tough loss, 1-0, to a solid Bay Shore team.  The defense, led by Lesly Galvez, played a great game.  Great job girls!

Mrs. Efstathiou:  A.M. Attention all 8^th graders:  Baby pictures for the yearbook are now due.  Please put a baby picture of yourself in a sealed envelope labeled with your name & homeroom number.  There is a box for collection in the main office.  The deadline for your picture to be entered in the yearbook is October 23^rd.

Ms. Gusmerotti:  A.M. & P.M. Attention students:  If you would like to read the Student Council candidates’ speeches, you can go to the North Babylon website, Robert Moses School Student Council, & see them there.