• Tuesday, November 30th
    D Day

    • Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band will rehearse TODAY during 9th period in the middle school band room. Please see Mrs. Teichman if you cannot attend.

    • Mrs. Ragusa's Junior High Jazz Ensemble will rehearse tomorrow (Wednesday) in the High School Band Room at 6:45 am!

    • Attention Mrs. Norwood's Safe School Ambassadors, we will have a meeting 9th period today in F-12.

    • Attention students who signed up for Talent Show Auditions. The auditions will take place next Tuesday, December 7th and Wednesday, December 8th in the middle school Auditorium. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in room D-24.

    • Attention 7th and 8th grade students there will be our first Technology club informational meeting this Thursday, after school 9th period in room E-6.

    • Pick up for the student council fundraiser will be Thursday, December 2nd from 2:30-5:00 in the MS Cafeteria. Student Council members please arrange a ride for 5:00 so you can stay and help out with the orders.

    • All girls interested in trying out for VARSITY softball only, there will be a mandatory meeting today during 10th period in room N-22.

    Monday, November 29th
    C Day

    • Do you like to eat snacks and read with your friends? If so, join Mrs. Niziol and Mrs. Fanara in Book Club this Monday, November 29th in Mrs. Fanara's room 9th period! Addison, don't forget the snack!

    • Pick up for the student council fundraiser will be Thursday, 12/02 from 2:30-5:00 in the MS Cafeteria. Student Council members please arrange a ride for 5:00 so you can stay and help out with the orders.

    • All girls interested in trying out for VARSITY softball only, there will be a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, November 30th during 10th period in room N-22.

    • Today there will be picture day retakes and extra curricular club photos.

    Wednesday, November 24th
    B Day

    • Attention art club members: Art Club will be meeting today! See you then!

    • A big congratulations goes out to five of our starpoint band students for being selected for the 2022 Middle School State Honor Band - Brian Hershberger on bass clarinet, Ryan Hutton on trumpet, Henrietta Rasmussen on French horn, Rory Schultz on tenor Sax and Bridget Ludwig as an alternate on flute.

    • Attention band students. If you signed up for an all county lesson, please attend during the PERIOD you signed up for, not the TIME. Again, Mrs. Teichman's all county lessons today should follow the periods, not the times. See Mrs. Teichman with questions.

    • Attention all Modified Football players. The end of the season party will be held today during your Sports study hall period in Coach Duncan's room (k-20) in the HS.

    Tuesday, November 23rd
    A Day

    • The LMC will be closed today periods 1, 2, 6, 7, and 8.

    • Information Literacy will be in room F-4 today. Again Information Literacy will be in room F-4.

    • There will be a 7th grade Foreign Language club meeting today in F18 during 9th period.

    • Attention art club members: Our next meeting will be this Wednesday 9th period in either D22 or E2.

    • The Junior High Jazz Ensemble (Grades 8 & 9) will rehearse tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:45 am in L4.

    • Pep Band Members, please report to L4 tomorrow (Wednesday) @ the start of 3rd period! Dress for the weather! See you there!

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place today, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you today!

    • PE make ups are today.

    • 6th grade floor hockey intramurals are today. Must sign up before 8th period.

    • Fitness room is open Wednesday. Must sign up before 8th period.

    • Attention all Modified Football players. The end of the season party will be held on Wednesday, November 24th during your Sports study hall period in Coach Duncan's room (k-20) in the HS. Please refer to our team's Google Classroom page for details on what to bring.

    • Please stand by for a message from Dr. Gray:

      Good morning! Tomorrow, the Middle School will once again be participating in the District’s Turkey Trot. Today in homeroom, you will be receiving your grade-specific, student-designed t-shirt. It is our hope that you all will choose to wear your t-shirt tomorrow to show your Middle School and grade-level pride as we head into our holiday break. ALL students that wear their t-shirt will have the opportunity to enter into a raffle to win an Amazon gift card. Students that qualify for our raffle will drop their tickets off at lunch, and we will draw the winners at the end of the day tomorrow.

      Additionally, all staff who wear their t-shirt will also be entered into a separate raffle, with a dropbox in the main office. I would like to thank Mrs. Logal, Mrs. Marone, Mrs. Slack, our PTA volunteers, the Building Leadership Team, and of course our student artists for making this celebration and sign of unity happen. To all those running tomorrow good luck and we would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

    Monday, November 22nd
    D Day

    • The LMC will be closed today periods 1, 2, 6, 7, and 8.

    • Information Literacy will be in room F-4 today. Again Information Literacy will be in room F-4.

    • There will be a 7th grade Foreign Language club meeting on Tuesday November 23rd in F18 during 9th period.

    • Attention art club members: Our next meeting will be this Wednesday 9th period in either D22 or E2.

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place TOMORROW, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you TOMORROW!

    • PE make ups are Tuesday.

    • 6th grade floor hockey intramurals are Tuesday. Must sign up before 8th period.

    • Fitness room is open Wednesday. Must sign up before 8th period.

    • Attention everyone that signed up for modified wrestling. Today is the big day that we start the season. Practice will start at 5:30 in the high school 3rd gym. Please show up ready to wrestle with multiple masks.

    • Modified Girls Basketball starts today. Practice will be from 3:30-5:00 in the middle school gym. Any questions see coach Pelloth.

    • Attention all Modified Football players. The end of the season party will be held on Wednesday, November 24th during your Sports study hall period in Coach Duncan's room (k-20) in the HS. Please refer to our team's Google Classroom page for details on what to bring.

    Thursday, November 18th
    C Day

    • PLEASE check the LOST & FOUND, located in the lobby by the Attendance office. There are MANY sweatshirts, lunchboxes and water bottles. This all belongs to middle school students so please take a moment out of your very busy day to see if any of it belongs to you.

    • You can now shop our online Book Fair! Scan the QR codes on the posters throughout the school or click the link on the Starpoint Middle School webpage! Books ordered will be in on time for the Holidays!

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place next TUESDAY, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December and those wishing to audition must attend this meeting. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday!

    • PE make ups are today.

    • Attention all 7th and 8th graders. This is the final week to sign up for modified wrestling. For those interested in wrestling please sign up today. Practice will start at 5:30 on Monday.

    • Girls interested in trying out for modified basketball: Tryouts begin Monday, November 22nd from 3:30-5:00pm in the middle school gym. Please make sure you are signed up on Family ID and are approved. If you have any questions see coach Pelloth.

    • Attention all Modified Football players. The end of the season party will be held on Wednesday, November 24th during your Sports study hall period in Coach Duncan's room (k-20) in the HS. Please refer to our team's Google Classroom page for details on what to bring.

    Wednesday, November 17th
    B Day

    • If you borrowed a chromebook charger please be sure to return it to the LMC. We are low!

    • You can now shop our online Book Fair! Scan the QR codes on the posters throughout the school or click the link on the Starpoint Middle School webpage! Books ordered will be in on time for the Holidays!

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place next TUESDAY, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December and those wishing to audition must attend this meeting. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday!

    • Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band has rehearsal today during 9th period. Check google classroom for more information.

    • PE make ups are Thursday.

    • Grades 6-8 fitness room is today.

    • 7th grade floor hockey is today.

    • Attention all 7th and 8th graders. This is the final week to sign up for modified wrestling. For those interested in wrestling please sign up by this Thursday. Practice will start at 5:30 on Monday.

    • Girls interested in trying out for modified basketball: Tryouts begin Monday, November 22nd from 3:30-5:00pm in the middle school gym. Please make sure you are signed up on Family ID and are approved. If you have any questions see coach Pelloth.

    Tuesday, November 16th
    A Day

    • The LMC will not be open today during 9th period. Again the LMC will not be open today during 9th period.

    • If you borrowed a chromebook charger please be sure to return it to the LMC. We are low!

    • You can now shop our online Book Fair! Scan the QR codes on the posters throughout the school or click the link on the Starpoint Middle School webpage!

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place next TUESDAY, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December and those wishing to audition must attend this meeting. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday!

    • The Newspaper Club will meet today during 9th period in room D30. Please email Mr. Vittoria or Mrs. Pierce with any questions.

    • The Games and Activities meeting is cancelled today.

    • Mrs. Ragusa's Junior High Jazz Ensemble (grades 8th & 9th) will rehearse tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:45 am in the HS Band Room! Please be Prompt!

    • Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band will rehearse 9th period on Wednesday this week instead of today. Again, Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band will rehearse on Wednesday during 9th period. Check google classroom for more information.

    • PE make ups are today and Thursday.

    • Grades 6-8 fitness room is Wednesday.

    • 7th grade floor hockey is Wednesday.

    • Attention all 7th and 8th graders. This is the final week to sign up for modified wrestling. For those interested in wrestling please sign up by this Friday. Practice will start at 5:30 on Monday.

    • Girls interested in trying out for modified basketball: Tryouts begin Monday November 22nd from 3:30-5:00pm in the middle school gym. Please make sure you are signed up on Family ID and are approved. If you have any questions see coach Pelloth.

    Monday, November 15th
    D Day

    • Our online book fair starts today! This Virtual book fair is brought to you by the Middle and High School libraries, but the choices cover ALL ages. This means you can find books that appeal to a Kindergartener as well as a High Schooler. You can access the book fair by scanning the QR codes on the posters throughout the school or clicking the link on the Starpoint Middle School webpage!

    • Attention all students! Do you have talent you would love to share with Starpoint Middle School? Are you interested in performing on stage? Then, come to our talent show informational meeting! The talent show meeting will take place next TUESDAY, November 23rd during 9th period in the Auditorium. We will discuss auditions, the show and rehearsals that will happen in between. Auditions will take place the second week of December and those wishing to audition must attend this meeting. ALL KINDS OF TALENTS ARE WELCOME!!! If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Reddinger in Room D-24. We look forward to seeing you next Tuesday!

    • The Newspaper Club will meet tomorrow, Tuesday during 9th period. Please email Mr. Vittoria or Mrs. Pierce with any questions.

    • There will be a Games and Activities meeting this Tuesday, November 16. Feel free to bring a game or activity you would like to do!

    • Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band will rehearse 9th period on Wednesday this week instead of Tuesday. Again, Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band will rehearse on Wednesday during 9th period. Check google classroom for more information.

    • Do you like to eat snacks and read with your friends? If so, join Mrs. Niziol and Mrs. Fanara in Book Club today in Mrs. Fanara's room 9th period!

    • Attention any 7th or 8th grader interested in modified swimming! There will be an informational meeting prior to the season today @ 2:25pm down at the pool. Hope to see you there!

    • There will be an informational meeting today after school in the middle school auditorium for those boys who are planning to try out for Modified basketball.

    • PE make ups are Tuesday and Thursday.

    • Grades 6-8 fitness room is Monday and Wednesday.

    • 6th grade floor hockey is today.

    • 7th grade floor hockey is Wednesday.

    • On Saturday, Shannon Zugelder represented Starpoint at the State Cross Country Championships near Binghamton. Her time of 19 minutes, 49 seconds was good enough to finish 18th out of almost 120 runners. Congratulations Shannon on an awesome first Cross Country season!

    Wednesday, November 10th
    B Day

    • WEB LEADERS! There will be a meeting in the LMC during lunch. Again WEB leaders report to the LMC during lunch and make sure you bring your lunch!

    • The library's Virtual Book Fair begins next week! You will be able to access the book fair online to shop for all of your favorite books! Stay tuned!

    • Do you like to eat snacks and read with your friends? If so, join Mrs. Niziol and Mrs. Fanara in Book Club Monday, November 15th in Mrs. Fanara's room 9th period!

    • Attention Talent Club members! There will be a meeting TODAY (Wednesday the 10th) during 9th period. Please check Google Classroom for more details!

    • 8th Grade Floor Hockey Intramurals are Friday.

    • Grades 6-9 Fitness Room Intramurals are Friday.

    • Attention girls hockey players, there is a clinic being offered to you Monday the 8th @ 4:30, Wednesday the 10th @ 4:15 and Thursday the 11th @ 4:45 at Hyde Park. Please attend! First day of tryouts is Monday, November 15th @ 4:30 also at Hyde Park.

    • Attention any students interested in boys or girls varsity bowling. There will be a brief meeting today after school in L-15. Information about try-outs and scheduling will be discussed. If you cannot attend please see coach Prezioso.

    • Attention any 7th or 8th grader interested in modified swimming! There will be an informational meeting prior to the season on Monday, November 15th @ 2:25pm down at the pool. Hope to see you there!

    • There will be an informational meeting Monday after school in the middle school gym for those boys who are planning to try out for Modified basketball.

    • And now, the winners of the turkey trot shirt designs:
      The sixth grade winner is from Mrs. Maloney's class
      7th grade is from Mrs. Daniel's class
      and the 8th grade winner is from Mrs. Pickard. Congratulations to the artists and thank you for voting.

    Monday, November 8th
    D Day

    • The library's Virtual Book Fair is coming later this month. Be on the lookout for flyer's posted around the school. Tell your friends and family... Books make GREAT holiday presents!

    • Attention homerooms, the T-shirt Design Contest has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 9th. Please follow the instructions for the contest.
      As a homeroom, come up with a t-shirt design to be used for the Turkey Trot which incorporates the theme of Thankfulness. Make sure all t-shirt designs have your homeroom labelled on them at the bottom so we know where it came from. Prizes will be won at the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade level for each winning t-shirt. Good luck!

    • Mrs. Ragusa's Junior High Jazz Ensemble (grades 8th & 9th) will rehearse tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:45 am in the HS Band Room! Please be Prompt!

    • Attention girls hockey players, there is a clinic being offered to you Monday (11/8 @ 4:30), Wednesday (11/10 @ 4:15) and Thursday (11/11 @4:45) at Hyde Park. Please attend! First day of tryouts is 11/15 @ 4:30 also at Hyde Park.

    • Congratulations to Shannon Zugelder, who finished 2nd overall at the Section 6 Cross Country Championships this weekend! She was part of a team that finished fourth against state-ranked competition. The boys finished second and earned the title of Class B1 Champions. Best of luck to Shannon and senior Nate Adams, who will represent Starpoint at the State Meet this Saturday!

    • Congratulations to the following students for being SMS September Shining Stars:
      Grade 6: Isabella Plewinski, Noah Mazurek, James U
      Grade 7: Connor L, Alexis Brydges, Madison Ciupa
      Grade 8:Sylvia Kay, Anthony D, Jack Farrell, Mackenzie Sommers
      The character trait for October was commitment and dedication. Make sure to see Mrs. Bundrock during your lunch to receive a special recognition. November's character trait is compassion and empathy.
      Keep shining SMS.

    Friday, November 5th
    C Day

    • The library's Virtual Book Fair is coming later this month. Be on the lookout for flyer's posted around the school. Tell your friends and family... Books make GREAT holiday presents!

    • Bonjour! National French Week is Nov. 3rd to November 9th. This year you can complete activities with Mrs. Logal in F-23 or Mrs. Hammerl in F-37 to win starbucks and various prizes.To be entered to win, you must complete various French speaking activities. All activities are posted around the school.

    • Attention homerooms, the T-shirt Design Contest has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 9th. Please follow the instructions for the contest.
      As a homeroom, come up with a t-shirt design to be used for the Turkey Trot which incorporates the theme of Thankfulness. Make sure all t-shirt designs have your homeroom labelled on them at the bottom so we know where it came from. Prizes will be won at the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade level for each winning t-shirt. Good luck!

    • Floor Hockey intramurals for 6th graders are today.

    • Fitness Room intramurals for Grades 6-8 are today.

    • All intramurals require a sign in outside of Ms. Easton's office before 8th period to participate.

    • Attention girls hockey players, there is a clinic being offered to you Monday (11/8 @ 4:30), Wednesday (11/10 @ 4:15) and Thursday (11/11 @4:45) at Hyde Park. Please attend! First day of tryouts is 11/15 @ 4:30 also at Hyde Park.

    • At Class B Championships, Kylie placed 2nd overall in her 200 and first in her 500 with a personal best time of 5:16.89 and breaking the Maryvale pool record/Class B Championship record and our Starpoint school record. At Sectionals last night, Kylie qualified in her 200 free. She also qualified in her 500 free and clinched a 3rd place. Nice season Kylie!

    Thursday, November 4th
    B Day

    • The library's Virtual Book Fair is coming later this month. Be on the lookout for flyer's posted around the school. Tell your friends and family... Books make GREAT holiday presents!

    • Attention All students attending the Old Fort Niagara Field Trip tomorrow, please make sure to dress warm. We will be outside the majority of the day. You will not be permitted to attend the field trip without a jacket, hat, and gloves.

    • Bonjour! National French Week is Nov. 3rd to November 9th. This year you can complete activities with Mrs. Logal in F-23 or Mrs. Hammerl in F-37 to win starbucks and various prizes.To be entered to win, you must complete various French speaking activities. All activities are posted around the school.

    • Attention homerooms, the T-shirt Design Contest has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 9th. Please follow the instructions for the contest.
      As a homeroom, come up with a t-shirt design to be used for the Turkey Trot which incorporates the theme of Thankfulness. Make sure all t-shirt designs have your homeroom labelled on them at the bottom so we know where it came from. Prizes will be won at the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade level for each winning t-shirt. Good luck!

    • PE Make Ups are today.

    • Floor Hockey intramurals for 6th graders are Friday.

    • Fitness Room intramurals for Grades 6-8 are Friday.

    • All intramurals require a sign in outside of Ms. Easton's office before 8th period to participate.

    • Opening night is tonight for the wizard of oz musical, break a leg cast and crew.

    Wednesday, November 3rd
    A Day

    • The library's Virtual Book Fair is coming later this month. Be on the lookout for flyer's posted around the school. Tell your friends and family... Books make GREAT holiday presents!

    • Bonjour! National French Week is Nov. 3rd to November 9th. This year you can complete activities with Mrs. Logal in F-23 or Mrs. Hammerl in F-37 to win starbucks and various prizes.
      To be entered to win, you must complete the following:
      6th grade - Count to 10 in French. Say Hello, and introduce yourself in French. Or, in a complete French sentence say what your favorite color is.
      7th Grade - Have a 2 sentence conversation with your French teacher
      8th Grade - Have a 4 sentence conversation with your French teacher.
      Good luck and remember all contest entries go through Mrs. Logal or Mrs. Hammerl.

    • Attention homerooms, the T-shirt Design Contest has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 9th. Please follow the instructions for the contest.
      1. As a homeroom, come up with a t-shirt design to be used for the Turkey Trot.
      2. T-shirts should incorporate the theme of Thankfulness
      3. T-shirt submissions will be collected Tuesday, Nov. 9th.
      4. Make sure all t-shirt designs have your homeroom labelled on them at the bottom so we know where it came from.
      5. Prizes will be won at the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade level for each winning t-shirt.
      We look forward to seeing each homeroom's submissions! Good luck!

    • PE Make Ups are Thursday.

    • Floor Hockey intramurals for 7th graders are today.

    • Floor Hockey intramurals for 6th graders are Friday.

    • Fitness Room intramurals for Grades 6-8 are Friday.

    • All intramurals require a sign in outside of Ms. Easton's office before 8th period to participate.

    Tuesday, November 2nd
    D Day

    • Mrs. Teichman's JAZZ Band is CANCELLED today. Again, Mrs. Teichman's Jazz Band is cancelled today. Check Google Classroom for updates.

    • Mrs. Ragusa's Junior High Jazz Ensemble (grades 8th & 9th) will rehearse tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:45 am in the HS Band Room! Please be Prompt!

    • There will be a games and activities club meeting today in room F-29. Bring a game or activity you would like to do! 

    • PE Make Ups are Tuesday and Thursday this week.

    • Thank you to all students and teachers who donated money and sweatshirts to the student council Sweater Weather Drive. With your help, we are donating 50 sweatshirts to the Niagara Mental Health Association. Winners of the Sweater Weather Drive are the following students and staff.
      1. Mrs. Schwartz
      2. Mrs. Hardt
      3. Mrs. Daniel
      4. Aiva McCarey
      5. Carter Kennedy
      6. Sophie Bootes
      Please come to F-23 at the end of announcements to claim your prize.

    Monday, November 1st
    C Day

    • Do you like to eat snacks and read with your friends? If so, join Mrs. Niziol and Mrs. Fanara in Book Club today in Mrs. Fanara's room 9th period!

    • PE Make Ups are Tuesday and Thursday this week.

    • 8th grade Floor Hockey Intramurals are today during 9th period.

    • We are proud to announce our amazing November Students of the Month!
      6th grade - Alexander MacDonald
      7th grade - Blake Jones
      8th grade - Rory Schultz
      Please come to the Lobby in front of the Auditorium right after homeroom.

    • On Saturday, the Girls Varsity Cross Country team ran a tough race in very muddy conditions to finish 2nd in the league and 10th overall. Shannon Zugelder led the team with a 3rd place finish in a deep field. Brandon Clarke also raced as part of a Boys Varsity team that finished 8th overall and an undefeated 10-0 in league competition. This Friday, the teams race for a Sectional title and a chance to represent Starpoint at the State meet.