This is just a reminder that we only have two school days this week, Monday and Tuesday. Virtual learning will resume Monday, November 30 and students will follow a Day Two schedule. However, the physical building (schools and offices) will be closed to the public the week following Thanksgiving break.

Having laptop issues that cannot be handled through an email or Schoology message to Mr. Meador? As of today, during the time when the building is closed, the Help Desk will be open from 8AM-1PM. Look for posted information at the front door of the school to get in touch with Mr. Meador and the Help Desk.

Hey Raiders! Want to know what’s happening at Moody? Read all about it in The Raider Review! The first issue of The Raider Review, Moody’s student-published newspaper, is available now. Click the link on Schoology or gomoody.com to download a copy. Download your copy here: The Raider Review Issue #1

The PTSA has a limited quantity of Moody spirit wear available to purchase. All sales are final. Please visit our Moody Raider store to order. https://moody.new.memberhub.store/store

When you are giving thanks this month, don’t forget about your Moody Raider students and staff. Nothing says thank you more than donating to support things like teacher treats, classroom supplies, school enhancements, and student agenda books. Click the link in this email to make your donation. https://moody.new.memberhub.store/store

Have you started your holiday shopping? If you’re shopping online at Amazon, don’t forget to shop on Amazon Smile so that a portion of your purchase is donated to Moody. Just sign in to your Amazon account through smile.amazon.com and choose George H. Moody Middle PTA as your charity.

Hope you and your family have an enjoyable, restful, and safe Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

Tomorrow starts the second marking period. As we embark on another nine weeks in a virtual learning setting, please remember the importance of your student attending class meetings. Yes, a student can get credit for class attendance by simply doing the asynchronous work or logging in for a minute or two. However, in order to truly learn, students need to attend meetings for the entire class period and complete assignments. Remember, a team meeting is like “going to class.”

During the first nine weeks, lengthy extensions were given as we all became accustomed to learning in a virtual setting. Moving forward, these extensions will no longer occur and due dates will be upheld. Please discuss with your student the importance of staying on top of assignments and turning things in on time.

When you are giving thanks this month, don’t forget about your Moody Raider students and staff. Nothing says thank you more than donating to support things like teacher treats, classroom supplies, school enhancements, and student agenda books. Click the link in this email to make your donation. https://moody.new.memberhub.store/store

Have you started your holiday shopping? If you’re shopping online at Amazon, don’t forget to shop on Amazon Smile so that a portion of your purchase is donated to Moody. Just sign in to your Amazon account through smile.amazon.com and choose George H. Moody Middle PTA as your charity.

Have a wonderful evening. Here’s to a great week of learning.

Thank you to the families who have filled out the “Student Intent Form.” If you have yet to complete the form, your required completion is appreciated by 11:59 p.m. tonight.  If you are unable to access the Student Intent Form through PowerSchool, please contact Moody Middle School on Monday at 261-5015. We will take your information over the phone. If you receive the answering service, please DO NOT leave a message; simply call us back.

·         The form is located within the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

·         Sign in using your PowerSchool Parent Portal username and password.

·         Once signed in, locate the menu item called “Access Online Forms”.

·         From there, select your student(s) name(s) and follow the instructions on the screen for each student.

·         The instructions will point you to a link for “Student Intent 2020-21”.

·         Need to create a PowerSchool account? Start here for detailed instructions and a how-to video.

Looking for a way to stay organized? The PTSA will be handing out agenda books this Wednesday from 9AM-11AM and again from 5PM to 7PM. Pick-up will occur in a drive-through format in Moody’s bus loop.

This Friday, November 13 is a student holiday. When we return to virtual learning Monday, we will follow a Day One schedule.

After careful consideration, the decision has been made to cancel winter sports at the middle school level for this year.  Eighth graders may try out for the JV teams in the following sports at their zoned high school: boys’ basketball, sideline cheer, wrestling and gymnastics. The winter season for high school sports begins Monday, December 7. Please contact the Director of Student Activities at your zoned high school for information on tryouts and required paperwork. Spring sports will be assessed once we return in February. If you have questions, please contact Clay Wilson cdwilson@henrico.k12.va.us.

VHSL Physical Form

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Look for something positive each day, even if some days you have to look a little harder. Have a great week Raiders!

Have you ordered your 2020-2021 Moody Yearbook? If not, what are you waiting for? This year’s book will be unlike any other, just like this school year. Yearbooks are $25 and can be ordered now via Online School Payments. Just look for the link on GoMoody.com.

Speaking of yearbooks, we need your help filling it with awesome photos of our Moody Raiders! Send us photos of your students participating in Virtual School, working on projects, hanging out, or just being their awesome selves! Photos can be sent to our Yearbook Advisor, Mr. Heaton, at maheaton@henrico.k12.va.us. Please be sure to include your student’s name and grade level in the email.

Don’t forget – there’s only 1 week left to shop at Moody library’s Scholastic online book fair!  Use the link provided for all of your book needs – which might include baby board books, Dogman titles, themed masks, journals, the new Trials of Apollo #5: The Tower of Nero, scented highlighters, AND MORE! So much more! Every purchase supports the Moody library and orders ship directly to your home.  If you spend $25 or more, you get FREE shipping! So what are you waiting for – visit the virtual Moody book fair TODAY!! https://www.scholastic.com/bf/moodymiddleschool3

Speaking of books…Do you have overdue library books? Did you know you can return them to ANY Henrico County school? Please, please, please return your library books. The library is depending on you.

When life gives you a hundred reasons to break down and cry, show life that you have a million reasons to smile and laugh. Stay strong Raiders and make it a great week!