The fifth annual International Night program was held last Friday night in the cafeteria. The program was well attended, and enjoyed by all present. The talent show was well received, as a number of students and staff performed musical numbers and songs. It was a great evening to share knowledge of different cultures, and foods from around the world. This event provides the Stars Middle School community a great opportunity to gather, and show our appreciation for all cultures. It also showcases the wonderful talent present in our school, both in the students, and the staff.

Stars Middle School Science Olympiad Team accomplished great results in North Florida Regional Competition held on Saturday, February 18th in Palm Coast,FL. SMS ranked 2nd in overall placement. Students received 4 gold medals, 2 silver medals and 2 bronze medals in 14 events. The team will be moving on to the state finals which will be held at UCF on March 24th.

We’re very proud of our students, and we are already excited about the state competition.  Many thanks to the parents and teacher coaches for their commitment and great effort.

Please check the placements and pictures!

Our school wide science fair winners have competed at the Capital Regional Science and Engineering Fair last week. Kaylyn White got 3rd place in the category of 'Medicine and Health Science', Charles Nash got 2nd place in the category of 'Mathematics', Logan Ziggas got 'Naval Science Award', and Marshall Bourassa got 'I-Sweep Outstanding Sustainability Award' and 'Excellent Achievement Certificate in Energy Conservation'. Congratulations for a job well done. Go Cheetahs!

Important Message for Parents of Sixth Grade Students:  Don’t Wait – Immunize Now! 
 
Children entering seventh grade must have on file at school documentation of one dose of tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis vaccine (Tdap).  The Tdap vaccine is typically given at 11 – 12 years of age.    

  Science on the Move Program is a collaboration between the Office of Science Teaching Activities and the Department of Physics at Florida State University.They did a large group Demo Show at the school cafeteria on Tuesday, December 6.

Students were introduced to a variety of physical science concepts in a fun, exciting, and interactive way. The show was already tailored to students' needs covering the topics most relevant to students.Everyone had a great time.

The students at Stars Middle School created a display in the cafeteria in honor of the Veterans who have served our country in the military.  They were asked to go home and find out who the Veterans in their own families are, and write down the names the "dog tags" pictures.  Many of them did not believe there were Veterans in their families, but most of them found out otherwise. A number of teachers created pictures as well.  We are proud of all Veterans who have served our country in the past, and those who are serving in the military now.  They are the people who make our freedom possible.

The Salvation Army needs your help!  Please participate in the “Project Joy” Food Drive to provide food baskets at Christmas for needy families in Leon, Wakulla, and Gadsden counties.

Students who bring 2 or more non-perishable food items to the office beginning

Monday 11/7/11 – Monday 11/21/11will get $1.00 off per ticket for Fall Festival being held at the school on Tuesday 11/22/11.Thank you in advance for making this Holiday Season possible for another family!!

In 4th, 5th, and 6th period Spanish class, we have learned that many influential artists are of Spanish decent. For example, Pablo Picasso, El Greco, and Luis de Morales (just to name a few). During every chapter, in the “cultura”, or culture, section, students learn about different forms of art that were practice by Spaniards and even get to EXPERIENCE IT!