Above: On Friday April 29th, 7th Grade Social Studies students hosted the Baker Arcade Day! This is an assessment for the social studies mythology unit. The entire 7th grade created video games based on different mythologies of historical events. They used an app called Bloxels, which allows them to tell stories and share their knowledge of the curriculum by creating Super Mario Brother style games.
The students used their creativity and innovation to produce some amazing games. In addition, the students created arcade cabinets to hold their iPad and create an 80’s type arcade feel. To celebrate their learning, the students invited everyone to stop by their arcade set up in the Flag Hallway to enjoy the excitement and creativity. Our students and staff truly enjoyed the experience. It was a great way to end the week! To learn more about the Arcade Day and the Bloxels application, watch the videos and view the pictures below.
Calendar Events
Late Start: Wed. May 4th
Baker Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
May 2nd - May 6th
Thank you Baker teachers for inspiring our students, providing each of them the opportunity to learn and grow, and the support you provide to them and their families. This week and every day, we appreciate and recognize all of you for shaping the students of today into the leaders of tomorrow.
This year our teacher appreciation theme is Baker teachers and staff "raise the bar"! To recognize and honor this, the Baker PTO is hosting a different type of bar each day. Please see the schedule in the calendar above. Don't forget to reach out to your student's teachers to let them know that they are appreciated.
Bring Your Child to Work Day
Thursday, April 28th was National Bring Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. It’s been 3 years since we have been able to celebrate this event. We were so excited to bring our kids to work with us! This was a great day & an experience of a lifetime for our kids & the students that spent time with them. We appreciate our supportive staff and students for welcoming our kiddos. It was truly a Baker Family Fun Day!
Math Test Out Rescheduled
Wednesday, May 25th 3 - 5:30 pm
Baker families who are signed up for Math Test Out, please note that we moved the Math Test Out Date to May 25th. The testing session will be from 3-5:30 pm in the gym. The date was changed to allow the bridge test students to have more of their math curriculum covered as well as the current honors students. Please arrive with a FULLY CHARGED iPad, and a scientific calculator. All tests are 90 minutes except for the Math 7/8 Honors test which is 120 minutes. Students may leave when they are finished with their test.
Scholastic Book Fair
Monday, May 2nd - Friday, May 6th
Food Service Update
The Baker Color Run is Back! - May 18th
Baker Middle School and the PTO are excited to announce the return of our Color Run. This has been a fun event enjoyed by all students and staff in the past. Unfortunately it has been on hold during COVID. But IT IS BACK!!
This year’s Color Run is scheduled for Wednesday May 18th, 2022. It will begin following the end of the school day. During the race, participants are doused with color at various color stations ending with one final color celebration at the finish line. There will be music, snacks and many…many splashes of color!
There is the option to walk or run during this event - 1.5 mile walk/2 mile run. Please click on the links above for more information.
M-STEP Information
Testing for 6th and 7th grade students will begin the next week. Students will need to bring their iPads to school and make sure that they are fully charged. If possible, please avoid absences during your student's scheduled testing dates. Please reach out to the building administration if you have any questions.
Summer Skills Workbooks
Washington DC Trip Meeting
Attention parents of 7th graders, there will be an informational meeting for the 8th Grade Washington DC Trip for next year’s 8th grade students on Thursday May 5, 2022 at 7pm on Zoom.
Disc Golf Spirit Wear
Baker PTO Information
Bob Shop Volunteers Needed
Support Our PTO
The Baker PTO has the opportunity to raise a significant amount of funds every year through purchases regularly made at Kroger and Amazon! Many of you already make purchases through theses companies. They are willing to donate a portion of the proceeds back to Baker.
These funds go directly into the classroom, impacting all Baker students. If you have not registered yet with Kroger or Amazon, simply click on the links below to find out how. Please consider asking your family and friends to sign up for this FREE benefit for our Bobcats. Thank you for support of the Baker PTO.
PTO Welcome Letter
TSD Model UN Middle School Conference at THS
The Model UN delegations from both Troy High School and Athens High School are excited to host their 7th Model United Nations Conference and Workshop for the TSD Middle Schools. This year's spring conference will be held on Saturday, May 14th from 9-3pm (registration starting at 8:30) at Troy High School, and will be great opportunity for ANY student interested regardless of prior MUN knowledge and experience.
Sound Power Band & Orchestra Camp
Registrations for Sound Power is open!
Attention all 6th and 7th grade band and orchestra students. Now is the time to register for our summer program Sound Power!. Camp is held at Baker Middle School August 8-12. Sign up early to have your first choice in music electives and enjoy making music with all four Troy middle schools combined!. Register before May 27th for a $25 discount on tuition. The camp director is Dr. Xydas at sxydas@troy.k12.mi.us