Minerva Middle School

MMS Student Council is at Kishman’s IGA today ringing the Red Kettle for the Minerva Salvation Army 🔔. We’re so proud of these students for giving up part of their Saturday to support our community 👏✨. If you’re out and about, stop by, say hi, and cheer them on 🙌😊. They’ll be there until 7 p.m. 🕖#minervapride 🦁

📢 Our MMS December Update is here! Stay in the know with this month’s events and reminders. 🦁 #minervapride

🎄 We just completed the first round of Deck the Lockers! If your student would still like to participate, please make sure to turn their forms and money in to the office. Don’t miss out on the fun! ✨#minervapride

✨ Minerva Christmas Parade & Downtown Wonderland is almost here! ✨

Minerva Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating "A Nutcracker Christmas"! Get ready for beautiful lights, floats, and holiday cheer right here in Downtown Minerva!

📅 When: Saturday, December 6th
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Theme: A Nutcracker Christmas

Want to be in the parade? Businesses, organizations, and community members are invited to decorate their cars, trucks, tractors, or golf carts! This year's event kicks off at 3 PM.

For more information or to participate, contact the Chamber office: 📞 330-868-7979 📧 nathan.meadows@Rt300parade

Don't miss out on this wonderful hometown tradition!

❄️ SNOW DAY ALERT! ❄️
Minerva Local Schools will be CLOSED Today, Tuesday, December 2nd, due to the weather.
Everyone stay safe and warm!
Go Lions! 🦁

Tough one tonight for our 8th Grade Lady Lions against a strong West Branch Warriors team. Proud of the heart, hustle, and perseverance these girls showed. We keep building!

7th Grade Lady Lions OPEN THE SEASON WITH A THRILLER! Our girls battled wire-to-wire and came out on top in overtime against West Branch! Proud of their effort, toughness, and that Minerva fight. 🦁❤️💛 Great start, Lady Lions!

🍁 Happy #MinervaPride Thanksgiving! 🦃 We are so thankful for our amazing students, dedicated staff, and the incredible support of our community. Wishing everyone a warm, joyful, and restful holiday!

Thanksgiving Break is November 26 through December 1.
We hope everyone enjoys the time off with family and friends.

School will resume on Tuesday, December 2.
Have a wonderful break! 🦃🍁 #minervapride 🦁

Mr. Costea’s PE classes have been learning archery over the past week, and they’re doing a great job. It’s been fun watching students try something new and build their skills. Check out the cool things happening at MMS! #minervapride 🦁

Deck the Lockers is here! For $4, students can have their locker covered in festive wrapping paper. Please turn in all forms by Tuesday, November 25 to the main office.

Lockers will be wrapped over break, so when students return on December 2, they’ll be greeted with a fun holiday surprise.

#minervapride 🎄✨🦁

🎉 Each week at MMS, we’re celebrating our PBIS Students of the Week! 🎉

The student who earns the most PBIS points will get the chance to play our PLINKO board and win a fun prize. 🏆✨

Way to go, Lions keep showing those positive behaviors that make our school a great place to be! 🦁 #MinervaPride

🐾✨ MMS Pawsitive Students of the Week ✨🐾
Each week, we will recognize students who exemplify our core values: compassion, respect, and responsibility.
Congratulations to this week’s Pawsitive Students! 🎉
Keep up the great work you are setting a wonderful example for others at MMS! #MinervaPride 🦁

Yesterday we celebrated a wonderful Friendsgiving with Mr. E’s class along with friends from MHS and MES. Everyone came together to share a great Thanksgiving meal and even better company. It was a special day for our students and staff. #minervapride 🦁

Lost something at school? Our Lost & Found is overflowing! Come check it out and claim your stuff before it’s gone 🎒🧥💦 #minervapride 🦁

Beech Creek Nature’s Aglow is back! 🎄 Bring the family for a night of holiday magic!

✨ Hours: 5 pm–9 pm
📅 Dates: Dec 5-6, 12-13, 19-23, 27-29
🎅 Santa: 6 pm–8 pm
🎟️ Tickets: Buy online to save $2 per ticket!
www.beechcreekgardens.org

On Friday we got to celebrate Mr. Morckel’s birthday in the best way. Our 7th grade band stopped by the office to play, and our 8th grade choir surprised him with a sweet rendition of “Happy Birthday.”

Our band and choir kids are doing great things. They’ve been working hard to get ready for their holiday concerts, and it really shows! 🎶✨ #minervapride 🦁

TOMORROW at Minerva High School! Our cheerleaders will be hosting a HUGE all-day cheer competition 🤸‍♀️✨ and we’re thrilled to welcome an amazing lineup of vendors:

🛍 Vendors You'll See:

💛 Leopard Laine Co.

🍬 Island Delights

👗 Chic Haven

🎨 LoCon Design

🍕 Dudley's Woodfire & Ice

🍿 330 Popcorn Co.

🫧 Pretty in Fizz

☕️ Travelin Tom's Coffee Truck

🍧 Kona Ice Mini Truck

💫 Special Performances by Our Youth Teams & Sparkle Team!

🐯 Minerva Youth Bantam (K–2): 10:20 AM

🐯 Minerva Youth JV (3–4): 10:45 AM

🐯 Minerva Youth Varsity (5–6): 12:24 PM

✨ Minerva Sparkle Team: 12:40 PM

🎟 Admission (Cash Only):

Adults: $7

Students/Senior Citizens: $5

Thank you all for supporting our cheer program and our wonderful student-athletes!

🐾✨ MMS Pawsitive Students of the Week ✨🐾
Each week, we will recognize students who exemplify our core values: compassion, respect, and responsibility.
Congratulations to this week’s Pawsitive Students! 🎉
Keep up the great work you are setting a wonderful example for others at MMS! #MinervaPride 🦁