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Trimester 1 Ends on November 7

The end of Trimester 1 ushers in cooler weather and the holiday season! Report cards will be available to view on ParentView and StudentView on November 24.

Dear Taylor families,



We’re excited to share that the Taylor PTA has raised $27,000 toward our $50,000 goal — we’re halfway there!



If you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time to make a difference. For every $250 donation made by April 30, you’ll receive a free yearbook as a thank-you for your support.

 

Your contribution helps make our Taylor community stronger by funding:

  • Classroom supplies & equipment
  • Teacher and staff support
  • PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention & Support) programs
  • Staff appreciation events
  • Technology equipment updates and needs
  • Parent information meetings
  • Student safety supplies
  • Grade-specific enrichment events

    Every dollar directly benefits our students, teachers, and school community. Thank you for helping us reach our goal and for your continued support!

    

    With gratitude,
    Taylor PTA

    Join Now
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    Submit Photos for Yearbook

    Send us this school year's photos for inclusion in the yearbook! Submit them by email or to our Instagram or Facebook pages and your photos will be memorialized in this year's yearbook.

    

    IG: @taylormiddleschoolpta

    FB: millbraetaylorpta

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    Volunteer Opportunities

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    SMCOE Science Fair

    Volunteer Judges Needed

    We are thrilled to be participating in this year's SMCOE STEM Fair! Judges and Volunteers are truly at the heart of this event; without your support, the Fair could not take place.

    

    The primary role of a judge is to lend your expertise to review the quality of student work while, at the same time, providing students with a positive and supportive STEM Fair experience.

    

    Judge Qualifications

    To ensure a fair and expert review process, all judges must be considered “qualified” in their assigned STEM Fair category. You are considered qualified if one of the following is true:

    • You possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or higher in the category.
    • You have extensive related work experience in the field (5+ years).
    • You are a credentialed teacher.

    Time Commitment & Key Dates

    Please review the mandatory commitments before signing up:

    • Orientation: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Virtual).
    • Virtual Judging Day: Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
    • Independent Project Review: You can expect to spend approximately 10–12 hours reviewing assigned projects (approx. 10–15 total) and completing scoring rubrics the week prior to the Fair (between February 25 and March 6, 2026).

    More information and the official judge registration form are available on the SMCOE STEM Fair Website.

    

    Please reach out to Mrs. Drutz if you are interested in participating as a judge by Friday, November 7.

    SMCOE STEM Fair WebsiteContact Mrs. Drutz
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    We are always in need of help and would love to get to know you too. Please consider volunteering to help us plan or work an event, or just help out in general. 

    

    Sign up below to receive notifications about upcoming volunteer events.

    Sign Up Now

    Interested in volunteering during lunchtime? 

    

    Join the principals:

    • Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays from 12:39-1:09 pm
    • Wednesdays/Thursdays from 11:34 am-12:09 pm

    To begin the process, please complete the Volunteer Clearance Form. You may begin volunteering as soon as Mrs. Thomas confirms you.

    Volunteer Clearance FormContact Mrs. Thomas

    Other Upcoming Events

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    Nov. 10 & 11

    No School

    Honoring all who have served and are serving.

    

    Thank you to all veterans!

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    Thu, Nov. 13

    Principal's Coffee

    8:45-9:45 am in Taylor Library

    

    We are excited to invite you to an essential workshop focused on equipping our community with the tools needed to navigate the modern digital world safely and responsibly.

    Please sign in at the office before going to the library.

    

    We have partnered with the nationally recognized experts at Common Sense Media to bring you a critical session on Digital Literacy and Online Safety.

    

    In today's fast-paced digital landscape, understanding topics like cyberbullying, screen time management, privacy, and media consumption is more important than ever. Common Sense Media provides trusted, research-backed advice to help families foster positive digital citizenship and ensure our students stay safe online.

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    Sat, Nov. 15

    Environmental Youth Leadership Summit 2025

    Wonderful opportunity for 6th to 12th grade students. The Environmental Youth Leadership Summit brings together 6th-12th grade students in San Mateo County who are eager to make an environmental sustainability impact in their community. The summit educates and empowers students to take action and be part of creating a sustainable future. The summit also provides opportunities to collaborate, problem-solve, and network with like-minded students across the county.

    

    Transportation provided by bus to and from North San Mateo County.

    

    Breakfast and lunch provided!

    

    DATE: Saturday, November 15, 2025

    TIME: 9 am to 1:30 pm

    

    HOST: San Mateo County Office of Education

    LOCATION: 101 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City 94065

    

    Register Now
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    Thu, Nov. 19

    5:30 pm

    Taylor 8th Grade Information Night

    We warmly invite you to attend our essential 8th Grade Information Night to ensure a smooth, successful, and fun-filled final year of middle school for your student.

    

    This is a crucial evening where you will get all the details needed to navigate the transition from 8th grade to high school, and learn how to make the most of the next few months!

    • When: Thursday, November 19 at 5:30 PM
    • Where: Taylor Auditorium
    • Who Should Attend: 8th-grade students and at least one parent/guardian.

    This evening is packed with important information covering two main topics:

    

    Exciting 8th Grade Activities Your student has earned the opportunity to participate in several memorable events throughout the year. We will review the details for these exciting activities:

    • The 8th Grade Field Trip
    • The 8th grade dance
    • The 8th Grade Pancake Breakfast
    • The Promotion Ceremony, including requirements for participation and timelines.


    High School Registration and Planning The transition to high school begins now! San Mateo Union High School District representatives will walk you through the .

    • The registration timeline and necessary forms.
    • Answering your questions about the freshman year transition.

    We look forward to seeing you there! Your partnership is vital in making this year a great success and ensuring a smooth transition to high school.

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    Nov. 26 – 28

    No School

    Thanksgiving Break

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    Thu, Nov. 27

    8:00 am, Taylor Field

    Gobble Up the Fun at Our First Annual Turkey Trot!


    Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a healthy dose of fun at the First Annual Turkey Trot! This isn't your average race—it's a celebration of community, health, and giving back.

    

    Join your family, friends, and neighbors for a fun-filled 1-mile run, walk, or jog. No need to be a marathoner; all fitness levels are welcome! Whether you sprint like a turkey being chased or take a leisurely stroll, this event is all about getting together and enjoying the start of the holidays.

    

    It's a wonderful opportunity to build community spirit and support the Millbrae Education Foundation. Mark your calendars and lace up your sneakers—let's make this first year a huge success!

    

    Register HERE or scan the QR Code.

    Register Now
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    Fri, Dec. 12 & Sat, Dec. 13

    Taylor Middle School Drama

    Pom Pom Zombies

    Time: 12/12 @ 6:30 pm & 12/13 @ 1:00 pm

    Place: Taylor Middle School Auditorium

    Cost: More info to follow

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    Notable Dates

    Nov 10 – NO SCHOOL

    Nov 11 – NO SCHOOL, Veteran's Day

    Nov 13 – Principals Coffee

    Nov 15 – Environmental Youth Leadership 

                    Summit

    Nov 19 – Taylor 8th Grade Information Night

    Nov 26-28 – Thanksgiving Break

    Nov 27 – MEF Turkey Trot

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    Music Needs Your Help!

    Dear music parents, 

    Taylor has a wonderful music program thanks to teacher Amanda Negrete, who works endless days coordinating lots of moving parts and teaching the students. Every year she also relies on a dedicated group of parents who volunteer their time and efforts to help her. We are asking all Taylor music parents to help keep this volunteer group going this year.  As the saying goes, "many hands make light work."  

    

    The main goals of the music parent volunteer group is to help with fundraising and concerts. The Winter Concert is fast approaching on December 10th at Mills High School. Ms. Amanda would truly appreciate help from volunteers to help set up, sell concessions, and other tasks during the concert. Please e-mail if you're interested in helping out with the concert or other activities during the year. We also hope to find some parent leads to help with organizing volunteer events. If you're interested, let us know!

    

    Please e-mail us using the button below to get connected. Let's work together to provide a great year to our music students. Looking forward to hearing from you!

    

    Musically,
    Taylor Music parents 

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    High School Registration Information

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    Priority 1 ENROLLMENT - Beat the rush and register your student during Priority 1 Enrollment!

    • SchoolMint Link will be live on November 3, 2025
    • Window opens at 8:30 a.m. on November 3, 2025 and closes 11:59 p.m. on February 6, 2026
    • Intra-district transfer requests will be accepted only during the Priority 1 Enrollment window.
    • Intra-district Lottery will be pulled on February 2026
    • Course Information and Freshmen Scheduling Window: March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026
    • Special Education Parent Information Night

    Learn more: www.smuhsd.org/8thgradeparentinfonight

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    Millbrae Recreation Fall Sports Registration Open

    Fall Sports through the Millbrae Rec Center is open for the following:

    • Girls and Boys Flag Football
    • Girls and Boys Volleyball
    • Co-ed Cross Country


    Registration is limited. Sign up ASAP!

    Register Now
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