Next BrainBusters Episode – April 22 @ 12:30pm on WGAL
If you watched last Sunday’s episode you already know…MAHS WON! So the MAHS Quiz Team advances to the next round where they will face off against Elizabethtown on Sunday, April 22 […]
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Fox43 Visits WMSS
WPMT Fox43 News stopped at MAMS to check out Middletown’s student-run radio station. Take a look at our students in action as they broadcast from WMSS!
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Alcohol Poster Contest Winner
MAHS teacher, Mr. Dan Riggs, assigned his Health and Human Sexuality classes the task of creating a poster for the annual Alcohol Awareness Poster Contest hosted by the PA Liquor Control Board. […]
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MAMS R.A.I.D.E.R.S. Honorees for RESPONSIBILITY
The R.A.I.D.E.R.S. program is designed to connect academics and character education so that students evolve throughout their middle school careers as a well-rounded and productive citizen. Every MAMS staff member […]
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Youth Day of Caring
On April 6, 2018, the MAHS Key Club took on the annual Youth Day Of Caring at City Island. Area youth gather at the island to complete spring clean-up. The Key Club […]
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2018 PSSA Testing
The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing for Middletown Area School District will be administered during the month of April. The following information will assist parents/guardians in partnering with […]
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Students Medal at Science Olympiad
On Saturday, March 24, 2018 the 2018 High School Science Olympiad team participated in the regional competition at Millersville University in Lancaster, PA. The fifteen member MAHS team placed 13thoverall in a field of 32 […]
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At A Glance – April 2018
Welcome to this month’s edition of At A Glance. We are in the midst of academic competition season so there are several student accomplishments highlighted. NEW! Kindness projects at each […]
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School Newsletters – Spring 2018
Welcome to the final months of the 2017-2018 school year! Can you believe it? The school newsletters below will give you a look at what’s coming up in April, May and June. […]
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Chastity Davis Captures 1st in Programming at Computer Fair
The Capital Area Intermediate Unit hosted the annual Regional Computer Fair on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Chastity Davis (’18) earned FIRST PLACE in the Programming Division for her project “The […]
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Extraordinary KINDNESS @ Fink
Fink Elementary School Guidance Counselor, Dr. Kimberly Guyer, coordinated a kindness initiative for the students at Fink as a way to remind them to encourage and be kind to those around […]
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Extraordinary ENCOURAGEMENT @ Reid
Reid Elementary Guidance Counselor, Miss Anna Smith, launched a group for 5th graders called “Sunrays of Love” or SOL. Students in SOL meet once a week during their lunch and recess to work […]
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Extraordinary KINDNESS @ Kunkel
When Mrs. D’Amour was asked if she had a Stellar Student she would like to feature she replied, “I have a Stellar CLASS!” She began telling story after story about how […]
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Up Next in April
APRIL 2, 2018 *NO SCHOOL – Spring Recess APRIL 3, 2018 End of 3rd Marking Period APRIL 9-13, 2018 PSSA English/Language Arts Testing Window APRIL 11, 2018 3rd Marking Period Report Cards […]
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Raiders Wrestling
The Raider wrestlers cleaned up the mats with stellar performances during the 2017-2018 season. The seven wrestlers pictured below qualified for the District competition held at The Giant Center in Hershey, […]
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CASEF Participants Receive Awards
On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, eight MAHS students participated in the annual Capital Area Science and Engineering Fair at Harrisburg Area Community College. All eight students received recognitions for their science projects. […]
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FCCLA Attends State Leadership Conference
The MAHS Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) club will be sponsoring a free event for the community called a “World Tour.” From 5:30-7:30pm on April 3 in the […]
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2018 Senior Citizen’s Day
On Wednesday, March 14, 2018, Key Club hosted their annual Senior Citizens Day at Middletown Area High School. The Key Club students and the advisors, Mrs. Kotzman and Mrs. Fallinger, planned […]
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Meiser Elected to PASBO Board of Directors
The three newly elected PASBO Directors are pictured left to right: Christopher J. Wilson, Garnet Valley SD; Phyllis Heverly Flesher, Conestoga Valley SD; William T. Meiser, Middletown Area SD At the state PA […]
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Students Show Support of Parkland Shooting Victims
Middletown Area High School students held a peaceful Walk-out on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Upon receiving approval from the administration, students planned, coordinated and led the entire event. The Walk-out was […]
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NHS Serves at Food Bank
On February 27th, seven members of the Middletown Area High School National Honors Society (NHS) spent two hours packing and sorting food donations at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. The […]
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At A Glance – March 2018
Welcome to this month’s edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from MASD will give you an overview of recent Raider News, including special features highlighting our students and […]
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MAMS 2018 Mini-THON
On Friday, February 23, 2018, MAMS held their annual Mini-THON to aid the Four Diamonds Fund. Joining in the fun was the MAMS’s sponsor child, Ayden, and his family. The t-shirts for […]
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2018 Jump Rope for Heart
The MASD elementary schools jumped their hearts out during their annual Jump Rope for Heart campaign to raise money for the American Heart Association. This year students raised a grand total […]
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Up Next in March
MARCH 2, 2018 Fink Book Fair & Movie Night MARCH 6, 2018 Kunkel Spring Book Fair Family Night, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Kunkel Dr. Seuss Literacy and Math Night, 5-7:00 p.m. MARCH […]
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Stellar Student – Claudio “Junior” Marrero
“Junior is such a sweetheart!” says Mrs. Nguyen. “He is really growing and developing in language and literacy this year. He started out not knowing all of his letters and […]
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MAMS Captures Third Place at Future Cities
Middletown Area Middle School students in the Gifted Education Program have the opportunity to participate in the Future Cities Competition each year. Led by Gifted Teacher, Trevor Davis, two MAMS teams […]
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Middletown Area Blue Raider Foundation Craft Fair
Saturday, March 24, 2018 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Middletown Area High School Admission and parking are free! Breakfast and Lunch Concessions Vendors and Homemade Crafts Raffles & 50/50
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Fink Family Book Fair & Movie Night
FINK FAMILIES: Join us for our NEW Book Fair format and a fun movie night! Don’t forget to order your pizza!
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MAHS Spring Musical – Once Upon A Mattress
Middletown Area High School Performing Arts proudly presents the 2018 Spring Musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” Based on the fairy tale, The Princess and the Pea, this satiric retelling features […]
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MATHCOUNTS Team Adds a Trophy to the Case
Front Row: Aaron Nordai (grade 6), Nathan Russo (grade 7), Katie Yoder (grade 7) Second Row: Jonah Troup (grade 8), Joseph Korsak (grade 7), Jasmine Peiffer (grade 7), Alex Hess (grade 8) Back Row: Grace Rico (grade […]
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Signing Day – February 14, 2018
On Wednesday, February 14, 2018, three Blue Raider football players announced their college choices at the MAHS Winter Signing Day. Coach Myers with football athletes Brendan Douglass, Tyreer Mills and Chris Plummer Brendan […]
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Community Event – Black History Month Tribute
Several Commonwealth of PA agencies have teamed together to co-sponsor an annual Black History Month Tribute. This year’s theme will be African Americans in Times of War with Unity as the overarching focus. The […]
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Frankie B. Visits Reid
Author Anne Jessee and her “Panther,” Franklin Benjamin Jessee, visited the 1st graders at Reid Elementary to share Frankie’s storybook, “Franklin in the Farmyard.” Mrs. Jessee’s passion is to reach children […]
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MAHS Teachers Wow Conference Guests
On Tuesday, February 13, 2018, Middletown Area High School teachers, Rebecca Kotzman, Ashley Kessel, and Tiffany Lewis, presented a session entitled “Blended Learning: The New Wave of Education?” at the […]
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Region Band Concert
You are cordially invited to attend the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association Region V Band Concert to be held at Middletown Area High School on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 2:00 […]
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Parent Notification
On Friday afternoon, February 16, 2018, Middletown Borough Police contacted the School Resource Officer at Middletown Area High School stating that police needed to visit the High School to search […]
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Superintendent Letter Regarding Recent School Shooting in FL
February 16, 2018 Dear MASD Community: The horrific act of school violence that took place at a Florida high school on Valentine’s Day took the lives of 17 innocent students […]
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Stellar Student – Raya Harouna
We would love to introduce you to a sweet third grade student at Fink named Raya. This is Raya’s first year at Middletown but she didn’t have trouble making friends […]
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RAIDERS help CRITTERS
Area animal shelters are about to be inundated with donations from generous Raiders of various sizes. As part of their Day 100 celebration, the first graders at Reid set a goal […]
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Day 100 @ Reid
The students at Reid celebrated the 100th day of school with a variety of fun, creative activities. Mrs. Jensen’s 2nd grade dressed as 100 year olds complete with gray hair, canes […]
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Surprise Guest Brings Surprise Treat
Nutrition, Inc., MASD’s food service partner, surprised elementary students with a guest visitor during lunch. Molly the Cow made her way to each school to encourage students to include dairy […]
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Raiders Burnin’ Up the Court
Highlights from the Raiders vs. ELCO home game on January 24, 2018:
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SCHOOL IN SESSION PRESIDENT’S DAY – FEB. 19
As communicated on the 2017-2018 District calendar, Monday, February 19, 2018 is a scheduled make-up day. Due to the use of a snow day on January 17, 2018, SCHOOL WILL NOW BE […]
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2018 Kindergarten Registration
We are excited to welcome your Kindergartner to Middletown Area School District! Fink, Kunkel and Reid Elementary Schools are looking forward to meeting their newest Raiders in the Fall of 2018. Welcome […]
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MAHS Hosts Inspire U.S. Assembly
On Thursday, February 1, 2018, Inspire U.S. held an assembly for juniors and seniors at Middletown Area High School to provide the opportunity for students to register to vote. Present […]
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At A Glance – February 2018
Welcome to the February edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from MASD will give you an overview of recent Raider News, including special features highlighting our students and staff, […]
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Order Your Raider Apparel ONLINE!
Thanks to the support of local business partner, With Kidz in Mind, Raider apparel is now conveniently available for purchase ONLINE! A wide variety of designs and style are available and […]
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Up Next in February
February 1, 2018 2nd Marking Period Report Cards Issued February 2, 2018 EARLY DISMISSAL FOR ELEMENTARY Elementary Parent Conferences in PM February 3, 2018 MAHS Jazz Band Souper Saturday February 5, […]
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1968 State Basketball Champs to be Honored
KNEELING: David Twardzik, Harold Brown. STANDING: Richard Barnoski, John Scudder, Charles Bowen, Charles Etter, Edward Chubb, Barry Ulsh, Edward Tennis, Owen Hannah, Clifton Brown, Brett Whittle. Members of the Middletown […]
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2018-2019 MASD Calendar Approved
On January 23, 2018, the MASD School Board of Education approved the academic calendar for the 2018-2019 school year. CLICK ON THE CALENDAR TO VIEW A PRINTABLE VERSION.
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Thank You, School Board Directors!
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, students and staff from around the District took part in a video to thank the School Board of Education for their countless hours of volunteer […]
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Fox in the running for Mr. PA Football – VOTE HERE!
Brady Fox, Class of 2018, has been named one of six finalists for the honor of Mr. PA Football in the “small school” category which consists of Class 1A-3A schools. Let’s […]
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Working together to STOP the Spreading
Middletown Area School District is seeing influenza (flu) and other respiratory viruses at school. We want to let you know what steps we are taking to keep our school communities healthy […]
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Wrestling Senior Night – January 25, 2018
The Middletown Blue Raider wrestling team invites you to their final home match on January 25t against Milton Hershey starting at 7:30 p.m. Not only is it Senior Recognition Night, but they are […]
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Advertising Opportunity on MAHS Scoreboard
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Students Invited to Repeat Farm Show Appearance
At last year’s 2017 PA Farm Show, Kunkel students presented their classroom project on Aquaponics in partnership with INTAG (Integrated Agricultural Systems). You can read the full story HERE. As the 2018 […]
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MAHS mini THON Paint Party
When: Thursday, February 1, 2018 6:00-8:00 p.m. Where: Middletown Area High School Cafeteria Cost: Students $25.00 Adults: $30.00 Come out and support Middletown Mini-THON while trying something new and relaxing. […]
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Punxsutawney Phil Visits Reid – ABC27 NEWS
On his way to the PA Farm Show, Punxsutawney Phil stopped at Reid Elementary School to make a live appearance four weeks before his nationally recognized annual appearance on February 2nd. […]
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2018 MAMS Geography Bee
On Tuesday, January 9, 2018, ten Middle School students went head-to-head in the annual National Geographic Geography Bee at MAMS. The participants were awarded a spot in the Bee by placing in […]
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Drug/Alcohol Awareness Event
The Capital Area Chapter of the PA Sports Hall of Fame, Inc is offering a dinner and presentation on drug/alcohol awareness on Wednesday, January 24, 2018. The event will be held at […]
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM MASD – 01.07.18
On Sunday, January 7, 2018, a social media post threatened an act of violence at “MHS.” Lower Swatara Township Police have confirmed that the post was in reference to Monticello High […]
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At A Glance – January 2018
Welcome to the January edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from MASD will give you an overview of recent Raider News, including special features highlighting our students and staff, […]
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School Newsletters – Winter 2018
Welcome to 2018! The school newsletters below will give you a look at some exciting things that have been happening around the District and also keep you informed of what’s […]
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Area Districts Join MASD for Elementary Gifted Challenge
On Wednesday, December 20, 2017, the elementary gifted students from Palmyra, Lower Dauphin and Derry Township School Districts converged at Kunkel Elementary to join Middletown gifted students for their annual Challenge […]
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Up Next in January
January 2, 2018 NO SCHOOL – Winter Recess January 9, 2018 MAMS Geography Bee January 15, 2018 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Staff Development Day Make-up […]
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Tri-M Music Honor Society
Tri-M Music Honor Society, formerly known as Modern Music Masters, is a Middle School and High School music honor society and is a program of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME). It […]
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2017-2018 Future Business Leaders of America
Middletown Area Future Business Leaders of America competed against 278 students from ten other schools at the Region 15 Leadership Conference (RLC) on Monday, December 11, 2017. MAHS was very successful at […]
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Winter Recess
All schools and offices will be closed Monday, December 25, 2017 through Tuesday, January 2, 2018 for Winter Recess. Happy Holidays from Middletown Area School District!
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Patel & Patel Complete Infectious Disease Program
Established in 2008, PULSE is the Penn State College of Medicine’s educational outreach program for high school students who are passionate about the biomedical sciences. The PULSE program is a […]
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Reid 1st Graders Join the Global “Hour of Code”
The ‘Hour of Code™’ is a global initiative to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. It has become a worldwide effort to celebrate […]
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Once On This Island – MAMS Musical
PERFORMANCES: Friday, December 15 @ 7:00 p.m. Saturday, December 16 @ 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 17 @ 3:00 p.m. TICKETS: Adults: $8.00 Students/Children: $5.00 PROCEEDS: All profits will […]
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little Kid, BIG Heart
Hunter Buck, a fourth grader at Reid Elementary, is a frugal saver. Throughout the year whenever he received a gift of money at celebrations like Christmas, Easter and his birthday, […]
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Look What’s Hatching!
When Kunkel 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Krystal Firster, heard about an opportunity to turn her classroom into a mini farmyard she knew it would be perfect for her inquisitive students. […]
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
GAME DETAILS Quaker Valley vs. Middletown Saturday, December 9, 2017 12:00 p.m. Hersheypark Stadium Middletown will be the Home Team. Home seating will be in the West Stands (Press Box Side […]
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District III Championship Banner
Middletown Area School District is grateful for the generous donation of a banner celebrating the Blue Raiders 2017 District III Championship. When Mr. Lenny Yospa, President of Youth Sports Photo, Inc., […]
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At A Glance – December 2017
Welcome to the December edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from MASD will give you an overview of recent Raider News, including special features highlighting our students and […]
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2017 Holiday Card Artist
Middletown Area School District congratulates 8th grade student, Lauryn Baylor, for being selected as the artist for the District’s 2017 holiday card. MAMS Art Teacher, Mrs. Stacey Miller, challenged her […]
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BLUE RAIDERS STATE SEMI-FINAL GAME
GAME DETAILS Middletown vs. Conwell-Egan Catholic High School Saturday, December 2, 2017 1:00 p.m. West Chester Rustin (Bayard Rustin) High School 1100 Shiloh Rd. West Chester, PA 19382 Middletown will be […]
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Middletown Area Blue Raider Foundation
As we approach the end of the year, please consider making a donation to support the Middletown Area Blue Raider Foundation. All contributions are tax-deductible and support the students and programs […]
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GET YOUR RAIDER ORNAMENT
Need a unique gift for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list? Purchase a wooden Raider ornament and support the MAHS field hockey team! ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE SENT TO MAHS, […]
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Celebrate the Season with MASD Musicians
December 5, 2017 MAMS Holiday Concert 7:00 p.m. @ MAMS December 7, 2017 Elementary Choral Holiday Concert 7:00 p.m. @ MAHS December 12, 2017 Reid Holiday Concert Grades K-2 parents, […]
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Up Next in December
December 4-15, 2017 Keystone Exams Testing Window December 5, 2017 Reid Secret Santa Shop MAMS Holiday Concert, 7:00 p.m. December 6, 2017 Reid Secret Santa Shop December 7, 2017 Reid Secret […]
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NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Recess
All District schools and buildings will be closed for Thanksgiving Recess from Wednesday, November 22, 2017 through Monday, November 27, 2017. School will resume on Tuesday, November 28, 2017. Middletown Area […]
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BLUE RAIDERS STATE QUARTER-FINAL GAME
GAME DETAILS Middletown vs. Scranton Prep Friday, November 24, 2017 7:00 p.m. Bethlehem Area School District Stadium Liberty High School 1115 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 Middletown will be the VISITING […]
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5th Grade All Stars Shine @ Reid
The fifth grade teachers at Reid Elementary have been bragging; bragging about their incredible students, that is! So each fifth grade teacher was asked to select one “All-Star” from their […]
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RAIDERS HEAD TO STATES…AGAIN!
On Thursday, November 17, 2017, the Middletown Blue Raiders football team repeated their District III Class AAA Championship with a 49-0 win over Wyomissing. To add to the celebration, Brady […]
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TMI Introduces Students to Nuclear Engineering
On October 24, 2017, thirty-two Middletown Area High School students attended a Pathway field trip to Three Mile Island for Nuclear Engineering Week. The event included speakers, hands-on stations where students […]
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District Championship Information
The Blue Raiders will be playing in the District 3 Championship game at Hersheypark Stadium, on Thursday, November 16, 2017. Kick-off is 7:00 p.m. Middletown will be on the press box […]
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Turkey Toot 2017
The MASD Elementary Bands Invite You to Their Fall Informance! Turkey Toot 2017 November 16, 2017 7:00 p.m. Middletown Area Middle School The Turkey Toot gives our audience a sneak peak on […]
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Young Readers Week @ Kunkel
Kunkel Elementary celebrated Young Readers Week in classic Kunkel style…loads of fun, creative, crazy costumes and special reading opportunities. On Wednesday, magician Brian Curry introduced storybooks and the process of writing […]
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2017 MAMS Veterans Day Program
On Friday, November 10, 2017, the students and staff of Middletown Area Middle School honored area veterans at the school’s annual Veterans’ Day Program. This year’s theme “Our Flag” took […]
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MAHS on Fox43
War Memorial Field has been selected by Fox43 News to be the location for tonight’s High School Football Frenzy segment. On Friday, November 10, 2017, from 6:00-6:30 p.m., Fox43 will be airing area […]
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ROBOT INVASION
Middletown Area School District was the recipient of a grant from Penn State Harrisburg CAIMS (Capital Area Institute for Mathematics and Science) which gifted the District with 24 robotic devices called Spheros. Spheros are […]
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Who Killed Freddy Flatt?
“It was Bradford, in the gym, with a baseball bat.” “No, it was Burke, in the library, with poison.” “I’m sure it was Schlader, in the food court, with a chef’s […]
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BIG Hearts Yield BIG Results
“Let’s sell lemonade,” was Miles Miscevich’s’ first idea when his heart told him to help hurricane victims. “We were chatting one day about playing a Speech Game,” says Mrs. Mary […]
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MAHS Keystone Exams
Middletown Area High School Students who are scheduled to retake a Keystone exam in one or more of the subject areas below will take the exam(s) on the following days: […]
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Catch Your Kid Reading!
The elementary librarians, Cherie Fake and Andrea Harvey, are interested in seeing where and to whom your children like to do their reading at home. So the librarians are launching […]
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Happy Halloween From Reid Elementary
Each year, Reid Elementary students and staff treat the residents of Frey Village to a Halloween parade. On Friday, October 27, 2017, a long line of princesses, super heroes, athletes, animals […]
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At A Glance – November 2017
Welcome to the November edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features highlighting our students and staff. To get […]
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Stellar Student – Leah Fuentes
In Mrs. Korsak’s third grade class at Kunkel Elementary, you will find a sweet, charming, young lady by the name of Leah Fuentes. Leah (pronounced, “lay-uh”) and her two older sisters, joined the […]
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Football Honorary Captains & Coaches
In an effort to elevate the importance of academics amongst athletes, the Middletown Area High School football coaches initiate Honorary Football Awards during football season. Each week a football player is elected […]
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UP NEXT in November
November 2, 2017 End of 1st Marking Period November 5, 2017 Daylight Saving Time Ends November 6, 2017 EARLY DISMISSAL FOR ELEMENTARY Elementary Parent Conferences in PM Elementary Report Cards […]
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MAHS Students, Past & Present, Make an Impact
With school well underway, Middletown Area High School students have been busy participating in local events. From Tyco to the Capitol and beyond, students and alumni are being recognized for their impact […]
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MAMS Hosts Jr. High Cross Country Championship
Middletown CD East Hershey Central Dauphin Palmyra Lower Dauphin Milton Hershey On Tuesday, October 24, 2017, Middletown Area Middle School hosted the Jr. High Championship Cross Country Race for area […]
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DRUGS 101: What Parents and Kids Need to Know
WALK-INS ARE WELCOME THIS EVENING! PLEASE EMAIL US AT COMMUNICATION@RAIDERWEB.ORG IF YOU DIDN’T REGISTER BUT PLAN TO ATTEND. Middletown Area School District is pleased to bring you a special program […]
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Information Night for Parents of English Language Learners
The MASD English Language Development Teachers invite the parents/guardians of our English Language Learners to… Information Night Tuesday, October 24, 2017 4:45–6:30 p.m. LOCATION: Middletown Area Middle School 215 Oberlin Road […]
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2017 Homecoming Highlights
The Blue Raiders defeated Camp Hill 49-0. Veronica Miller was crowned Homecoming Queen.
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2017 Reid Fun Run
Reid students were sponsored by friends and family to run laps around the track to raise funds for their school. From the littlest Kindergartners to the big 5th graders on […]
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MAHS Fall Play – “Almost, Maine”
Middletown Area High School Performing Arts Presents “Almost, Maine” On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, […]
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Ski Discounts from Ski Club
All friends and families of the Middletown community are eligible to sign up for a discount ski/snowboard pass via the Middletown Area Ski and Snowboard Club. There are specials on […]
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2017 Halloween Parades
OCTOBER 16, 2017 Kiwanis Club of Middletown’s Halloween Parade Participants’ Entrance: S. Union St. & Mill St. @ 6:00 p.m. Parade Start: Conewago St. & Race St. Parade begins: 7:00 […]
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At A Glance – October 2017
Welcome to the October edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features highlighting our students and staff. To get […]
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Student Code of Conduct & District Handbook
The Middletown Area School District Board of Education has engaged the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) to review and update the District’s policy manual. This ongoing review and revision of […]
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RaiderPacks – Nourishing Minds & Bodies
Dear Middletown Community: The Middletown Area School District is dedicated to providing a high quality education and ensuring the well-being of all students both in and out of the classroom. […]
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2017 MASD Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Shelly LeHew has been named the 2017 MASD Teacher of the Year. Over the past 18 years, Mrs. LeHew has worn a variety of hats in numerous positions at […]
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informED
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association has launched a quarterly publication to keep parents informED regarding the education issues affecting your children. InformED takes parents from the Capitol, to the school district, […]
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2017 Homecoming
Saturday, October 7, 2017 MAHS Homecoming Dance 7:00 p.m. @ MAHS Friday, October 13, 2017 Alumni Dinner – $25.00 Middletown American Legion – High St. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. […]
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Up Next in October
October 2, 2017 MAHS Picture Day October 5, 2017 Kunkel’s Laps for Learning October 6, 2017 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS Staff Development Day Preview Night for Sale of Athletic Equipment, 5-7:00 p.m. […]
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School Newsletters – Fall 2017
With the start of the school year behind us, it is hard to believe we are already into FALL! The school newsletters below will give you a look at some […]
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Sale of Athletic Equipment
Middletown Area School District will be accepting sealed bids for the sale of used athletic equipment at Middletown Area High School on Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 8-10:00 a.m. A […]
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Wild West Book Fair
Round up your family for the Fall 2017 Wild West Book Fair: Saddle up and Read! Make your way to the reading frontier, where readers are wanted and adventure awaits in books galore from […]
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NEW! Digital School Menus!
MASD’s food service management company, Nutrition, Inc, is now offering a website AND APP for viewing school menus. This enhanced service allows parents to view nutritional information, menu calendars, ingredient lists […]
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Police Advisory: Suspicious Male at Bus Stop
Late Thursday evening, September 21, 2017, Middletown Area School District became aware, through local media outlets, of a police advisory involving suspicious activity at a Middletown bus stop. Although the […]
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Get Smart Contest
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) hosts a weeklong campaign to inform the public about the dangers of the overuse of antibiotics. To prepare for this year’s event, the CDC […]
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Football Theme Nights
Friday, 9/1 vs. Lower Dauphin @ 7pm Reid Family Night Wear gold for a GOLD OUT. Friday, 9/15 vs. West Perry @ 7pm Fink Family Night Wear red, white, […]
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Open House 2017
Open Houses are important opportunities for parents/guardians and teachers to kick-off the academic year with a strong partnership. Meeting your child’s teachers face-to-face fosters a healthy relationship which enhances your child’s […]
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At A Glance – September 2017
Welcome to the first edition of At A Glance for the 2017-2018 school year. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features […]
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Meet the Raiders
The annual Meet the Raiders night will be held on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. Kick off the fall sports season by celebrating the Blue Raiders at War Memorial Field. […]
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Bus Evacuation Drills – August 30 & 31
The Middletown Area School District will be conducting semi-annual bus evacuation drills on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 for all students riding full-sized regular busses and on Thursday, August 31, 2017 for all students riding […]
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UP NEXT in September
September 1, 2017 NO SCHOOL – Labor Day Recess September 4, 2017 NO SCHOOL – Labor Day Recess September 5, 2017 Reid Open House Grades K-2, 6:00 p.m. Grades […]
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Staff Recognized for 30+ Years of Service
When you love what you do, you stick with it. On opening day for MASD staff, August 22, 2017, some of Middletown’s favorite teachers were acknowledged for their faithful years of […]
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Middletown Welcomes New Administrators
Dear Parents/Guardians: On August 8, 2017, the School Board approved the hire of Mr. Trevor J. Saylor as the new Principal of Robert G. Reid Elementary School and Mr. H. Clifford […]
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Back-To-School News
FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS – MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2017 LETTERS containing homeroom and bus assignments were mailed Friday, August 11, 2017 and should begin arriving to homes the beginning of […]
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At A Glance – June 2017
Welcome to the final edition of At A Glance for the 2016-2017 school year. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features […]
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Foreign Exchange Students Reflect on Their Year
“All the teachers here are so nice,” said Lené. “They are so friendly and care about everyone.” “Yeah,” agreed Frankie. “Our teachers back home are very strict and students never […]
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Class of 2017 Valedictorian & Salutatorian
VALEDICTORIAN Shannon Reese SALUTATORIAN Erin Templeton Daughter of Stuart & Jennifer Reese National Honors Society, President Future Business Leaders of America, Vice-President Blue Wave Marching Band, Treasurer, ACC Champions Link Crew […]
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2016-2017 Students of the Month
Congratulations to the following seniors who were selected by their teachers as the Students of the Month. Daughter of Dennis & Yvonne Hursh National Honor Society Honor Roll, every marking period Gay Straight Alliance, […]
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MAHS Delegation Rules the Capitol
MAHS Delegation Honored at Y&G Convention Article written by Stephanie Finsterbush, sophomore, and Levi Buckwalter, junior The Middletown Youth & Government (Y&G) clubs went to the State Capitol in April […]
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Special Guests Celebrate Kunkel Readers
On Tuesday, May 9, 2017, all-star readers at Kunkel Elementary were awarded for reaching their “Book IT” reading goals EVERY SINGLE MONTH of the school year! One hundred and sixteen young readers, […]
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Signing Day – April 28, 2017
On Friday, April 28, 2017, six Blue Raiders announced their college choices at the MAHS Spring Signing Day. GABRIELLE KRUPILIS Softball at Pennsylvania College of Technology LUKE MRAKOVICH Basketball at Penn State York […]
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2017 American Legion Essay Winners
The Auxiliary Unit of American Legion Post 594 has announced the winners of their annual Essay Contest. Students were challenged to write how learning about government and America help students become future guardians […]
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2017 Middletown Football Camp
Middletown Football Camp is a 4 day, non-contact camp, designed to teach young athletes proper, safe techniques and fundamentals of football. Drill sessions and demonstrations will be presented under the guidance […]
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2017-2018 Sports Physical Information
Information regarding required sports physicals for MAMS and MAHS athletes has been released. Details can be found on the Sports Physical Page.
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At A Glance – May 2017
Welcome to the May edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features highlighting our students and staff. To get […]
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MAHS Claims 1st Place in Business Challenge
Press Release from Harrisburg Regional Chamber & Capital Region Economic Development Corporation: HARRISBURG (April 27, 2017) – Yesterday, four different teams from three local high schools advanced to and […]
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2016-2017 Outstanding Students of the Year
Each spring, staff members at Fink, Kunkel, and Reid select two fifth grade students from each school and Middletown Area Middle School staff members select two eighth grade students to […]
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What’s Happening in May
May 2-4, 2017 Grades 4 & 8 PSSA Testing – Science May 2, 2017 MAMS Spring Instrumental Concert, 7:00 p.m. @ MAMS May 3, 2017 Reid A.C.E.S. Day MAHS Spring Band Concert, 7:00 […]
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2017 Special Olympics
On Thursday, April 20, 2017, several Middletown Area School District students participated in the annual Special Olympics held at Messiah College, Grantham, PA. Students competed in track and field events such […]
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A Little Motivation Goes a Long Way
When the students at Fink Elementary heard they had a chance to earn the opportunity to throw a pie at their teacher, all they wanted to know was, “What do […]
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Elementary Bands Welcome Spring
On March 21, 2017, the Elementary Bands presented their Spring Informance to our community and parents at the MAHS Auditorium. The first year band had prepared three pieces as individual […]
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Stellar Student – Ella Brandt
Ella Brandt, a fifth-grade student in Mr. Smith’s class at Reid Elementary is the true essence of what it means to be a Stellar Student. Ella excels in her academic […]
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PSSA Testing
The Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing for Middletown Area School District will be administered during the months of April and May. The following information will assist parents and […]
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Learning Through the Lens of an Eagle Cam
Live animal cams have become all the rage. Whether they are spying on giraffes, bald eagles or rhinos, there’s just something about the ability to have direct insight into the habits of […]
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Stellar Student – Jackson Knerr
JACKSON KNERR Son of Craig & Joni Knerr Kindergartner at Kunkel Elementary Jackson’s bright smile defines him well…friendly, kind-hearted and caring. Jack enjoys playing with his friends Henry and Carson. You […]
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Key Club Cleans Up City Island
On April 3, 2017, Mrs. Lynn Fallinger and Mr. Jesse Woodrow escorted seventeen of the Key Club students to City Island. While they were there, they helped to pick up […]
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Attention PARENTS of Incoming Kindergartners
During the last week of March, principals and staff from Fink, Kunkel and Reid hosted an Orientation for Parents of Kindergartners who will be entering MASD in the fall of […]
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MAMS Holds First Mini-THON
THON fever is contagious and Middletown Area Middle School caught it this year! On Friday, March 30, 2017, 103 middle school students participated in the first MAMS Mini-THON. With the […]
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At A Glance – April 2017
Welcome to the April edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features highlighting our students and staff. To get […]
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School Newsletters – Spring 2017
Welcome to the final quarter of the 2016-2017 school year! The school newsletters below will give you a look at what’s coming up in April, May and June. This is also the […]
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Students Claim Titles in Academic Competitions
The arrival of spring also launches the academic competition season. Students who have been diligently working on projects all throughout the year are finally able to present their work to judges to […]
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Musicians Selected for Area Festivals
The musical talents of MASD middle and high school students have been showcased in area music festivals and competitions throughout the 2016-2017 school year. Whether they are blowing into a […]
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Recalled Night Lights Distributed at Reid
PP&L has recalled night lights that were distributed in free energy kits to students in area schools. The night lights have been reported to be smoking and fire hazards. Students […]
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What’s Happening in April 2017
April 3-6, 2017 Grades 6-8 PSSA Testing – English/Language Arts April 4-7, 2017 Grades 3-5 PSSA Testing – English/Language Arts April 5, 2017 3rd Marking Period Report Cards Issues April 6, […]
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SPRING RECESS REVISED
As communicated on the District calendar, Spring Recess included Make-up Days. Due to the March snowstorm, 2017 SPRING RECESS DATES HAVE BEEN REVISED. Wednesday, April 12 SCHOOL IN SESSION FOR A […]
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8th Graders Win Beard Challenge
The MAMS Student Council holds a campaign each year called Pennies for Patients which raises funds for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. During the campaign, students are provided with several activities to motivate […]
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Budgets, Insurance & Bills…OH MY!
Junior Achievement of Central PA has once again partnered with MAHS to offer another practical learning experience for our students. On Friday, May 10, 2017, the senior class spent their […]
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Seussical Jr Wows Audiences
The MAMS spring musical, Seussical Jr., was a HUGE success which wowed each of its audience. Under the directorship of Mr. Brian Massey and Mrs. Alison Chambers, the all-school musical was […]
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We’ve Been Flocked!
The MAHS Mini-THON committee is spreading pink cheer around Middletown. If you visited the MAHS campus in December, you probably noticed a flock of pink flamingos greeting you at the […]
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MAMS Science Fair
On Friday, March 3, 2017, several MAMS students displayed their Science Fair projects to their peers. The students answered questions that were asked of them and explained their hypothesis and results. […]
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Sr. Citizens Day @ MAHS
On Wednesday, March 1, 2017, the MAHS Key Club hosted a Sr. Citizens Day for their grandparents and area seniors. The day was packed with activities beginning with breakfast and […]
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At A Glance – March 2017
Welcome to the March edition of At A Glance. This monthly communication from Middletown Area School District will give you an overview of recent Raider News including special features highlighting our students and staff. To get […]
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Jump Rope for Heart Raises $33,000
Our jumpy elementary students have DONE IT AGAIN! The 2017 event raised a total of $33,000 for the American Heart Association from Fink, Kunkel and Reid. Way to exercise your […]
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Engineering Week @ MAMS
Thanks to a partnership with Phoenix Contact, the MAMS Science Department hosts an annual Engineer Week for sixth grade students. Phoenix Contact engineers lead the students in unique engineering experiments each day. Students […]
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What’s Happening in March
February 27 – March 3, 2017 Reid Book Fair March 2-4, 2017 MAHS Musical, The Addams Family, 7:30 p.m. March 3, 2017 MAHS Mini-THON Spaghetti Dinner, 5:00 p.m. March 6-10, […]
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Teacher IMPACT Spotlight – Regina Knaub
When Mrs. Regina Knaub, MAMS Special Education Teacher, heard about a program which provides adaptive bicycles for children with disabilities, she went into action. “Variety” is a non-profit in Pittsburgh which provides services […]
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Basketball Playoff Information
Both the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams have extended their playing time into the post-season! During playoffs, PIAA does not honor any passes that are typically accepted during the regular season (season […]
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Raider Wrestlers Claim Podium
Six wrestlers represented Middletown with Raider pride by advancing to the District 3 Championships which were held on February 24-25, 2017 at The Giant Center in Hershey, PA. At the start […]
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING – TIME CHANGE – 5:00 PM
In support of the boys’ basketball playoff game, which is scheduled for Monday evening, the MASD Board of School Directors has moved the start time of the School Board Meeting […]
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Reid Scientists Excel at Science Fair
Nine students demonstrated their scientific skills at the annual Reid 5th Grade Science Fair. The top 3 winners in each category are pictured above in their order of placement as […]
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IMPORTANT LETTER FROM MASD SUPERINTENDENT
Please read this important letter from MASD Superintendent. LETTER FROM SUPERINTENDENT Thank you, Middletown Area School District
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Fink Named Title I Distinguished School
Each year, the Division of Federal Programs honors the top performing Title I schools in Pennsylvania. For the 2016-2017 school year, 179 schools across the Commonwealth were named Title I Distinguished […]
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It’s Musical Time!
Grab the kids…their cousins…the kid next door…grandpa…Uncle Ziggy…the pizza delivery guy…the dog (okay…maybe not the dog)…and head to MAMS and MAHS for some fabulous family entertainment! Whether you like creepy […]
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