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Happy Thanksgiving
Wellness Weekend
Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 23rd - Sunday, November 27th
The Baker PTO Giving Tree
It's that time of year to show the staff of Baker Middle School just how important they are! Please consider purchasing a gift card to be distributed to all staff prior to winter break. We are asking that all gift cards be delivered to the main office by Friday December 9th.
PTO Meeting Monday, Nov. 28th
Save the Date: The next PTO meeting is scheduled for November 28th at 7 pm in the Baker Middle School Media Center.
Robotics State Championship
Last weekend Baker had 2 additional robotics teams qualified for the State Championship, bringing our total to 3 teams!
11717 The Circuit Breakers and 16883 DinoByte! will join 15004 TechKnowLogic (who already qualified earlier this month) in representng Baker Middle School at the Championship event held at Macomb Community College December 9th and 10th.
16883 received the Connect Award, which is given to the team that most connects with their local science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) community.
11717 received the Inspire Award, which is given to the team that best embodies the ‘challenge’ of the FIRST Tech Challenge program. The team that receives this award is a strong ambassador for FIRST programs and a role model FIRST Team.
The State Championship will be held all day on the 9th and 10th - I'll reach out later with a list of students from all qualified teams to excuse their absence for that Friday
Scripps Spelling Bee
Baker is once again participating in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The Baker Spelling Bee is on Tuesday, December 13, after school in the Media Center at 3:15 P.M. See Ms. Loch in the Media Center to sign up and get a Study List to prepare for the spelling bee. One person will be declared the school champion and will advance to the Oakland Schools Regional Finals March 4, 2023. No spectators will be allowed at the school bee, and when a student is declared out, that student is immediately dismissed to leave. Rides must be waiting outside. See the flyer below for details.
Band & Orchestra Fundraiser
The Baker Band and Orchestra programs are raising funds for new instruments, music, and equipment. Students can buy a “World’s Finest” chocolate bar for $1 from any band or orchestra student before or after school through December 1st. There will also be a special booth at lunch on Mondays and Wednesdays for students to purchase. Families can contact Dr. Xydas directly at sxydas@troy.k12.mi if you’d like to purchase an entire box of 60 bars for $60 for your business or family events. Thank you for your support of Baker Bands and Orchestras!
Potential Troyberry Books
The wait is over! See the official 2023 Potential Troybery list and the graphic below. You can check out Troyberys in the Media Center. Happy Troybery!!!
IAE Counselor Visit
Counselors from the International Academy will be visiting Baker Middle School on Tuesday, Dec. 6th during 2nd hour to connect with any 8th grade student interested in learning more about the application process, opportunities, and courses. This session is for 8th grade students only and it is not necessary to sign up in advance. Any student interested in learning more will be able to attend
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Volunteer Opportunities
Winter 1 Sports Season Concessions
Baker families, your assistance is needed at home athletic events. If you are interested in helping the PTO, please sign up using the link above to work concessions. If you work a shift you will earn $5 Baker Bucks for your student. Baker Bucks can be redeemed at the Bob Shop or concessions. There is a max of 3 shifts/$15 each parent can earn.
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.