About Us
Central is one of
five middle schools in Quincy. Central has
a proud history that goes back over one hundred years. Central Middle School is located
just outside of Quincy Center at 1012 Hancock St. Built in 1894, Central
was the original site of Quincy's first high school. In 1924, the
building serviced the school system as a junior high school and in 1982,
Central became one of Quincy's middle schools. We are happy to host the
advanced placement program for the city.
A dedicated staff provides quality education to approximately 600 students in grades six, seven and eight, which is currently the largest of all the middle schools in Quincy. Programs are offered to students residing in the neighborhood district. Pupils feed into Central from the Bernazzani, Wollaston, Merrymount, and Beechwood Knoll elementary schools. Also, the Middle School Advanced Placement classes offered to middle school students is located at Central Middle School.
High academic achievement takes place when the entire school community assists a child to work towards his or her fullest potential. At Central, the entire staff respects different learning styles, while at the same time, endorses high standards of academic achievement for all of its students.
Central - A Special Kind of Place
It is excellence in teaching that is at the nucleus of academic proficiency. Central teachers stimulate participation, arouse enthusiasm, foster thoughtful responses, endorse the infusion of technology, and empower all children to take risks.
At Central we acclaim the diversity in our community. We treasure this diversity as a resource in our school community. Central is committed to respecting human differences by providing challenging and stimulating opportunities that advocate teaching and learning throughout the school environment.
At Central we support the development of collaborative affiliations with our community and neighborhood. We recognize the importance of families contributing general support to the school, the classrooms and individual encouragement for their children. We also understand the importance of the coalitions we establish with our business partnerships and alumni. As a result of these collaborations, we seek to foster the spirit of community through these programs. Click here to view/print a copy of Central's 2009-2010 School Improvement Plan approved by the Quincy School Committee.
Jen Fay, Principal
The web master for Central School is Sarah Ahearn.
Academics
Our middle school teachers have developed a syllabus for each of the courses that they teach. These syllabi will provide an overview of the major topics that are covered in each course at each grade level, In addition to the major topics, the syllabus contains a list of important text and learning materials, types of assessments that will be used, and a homework policy and grading policy.View the academic standards for all middle school courses. View/print a copy of the 2006-2007 Middle School Program of Studies for Grade 6 or Grade 7 or Grade 8.
Core Subjects
Math:
- Grade 6 Presidents Ms. Ioanilli
- Grade 6 Patriots Ms. Corbo
- Grade 7 Liberty Mr. Rosenthal
- Grade 7 Independence Ms. Rosenbaum
- Grade 7 Honors Math - Independence Ms. Rosenbaum
- Grade 8 Lincoln Pre-Algebra Mrs. Malone
- Grade 8 Lincoln Algebra Mrs. Malone
- Grade 8 Adams Algebra Ms. Kronish
Language Arts:
- Grade 6 Presidents Mrs. Brooks
- Grade 6 Patriots Mrs. Matthews
- Grade 7 Liberty Mrs. Quinlan
- Grade 7 Independence Ms. Bailey-Dumas
- Grade 8 Lincoln Ms. McGuiggan
- Grade 8 Adams Ms. Melia
Social Studies:
- Grade6 Presidents Ms. Duffy
- Grade 6 Patriots Mr. Griffith
- Grade 7 Liberty Ms. Williams
- Grade 7 Independence Mr. Skowyra
- Grade 8 Lincoln Mr. Phelan
- Grade 8 Adams Mr. Pavao
Science:
- Grade 6 Presidents Mr. Lenane
- Grade 6 Patriots Mrs. Ahearn
- Grade 7 Liberty Mr. Kane
- Grade 7 Independence Mrs. Tryon
- Grade 8 Lincoln Mrs. Proctor
- Grade 8 Adams Ms. Houghton
Extended Core
Reading:
- Grade 6 Presidents Mrs. Martland
- Grade 6 Patriots Mrs. McAuley
- Grade 7 Liberty Ms. Higgents-Steele
- Grade 7 Independence Mr.O'Brien
Foreign Language:
Non-Core Specialists
- Art Mrs. Michaud
- Health Mrs.Plaskasovitis
- Media Mrs. Condon
- Music Mr. Boel
- Physical Education Gr. 6,7,8 Mr. Karalexis, Ms.McBride, Mr. Murtaugh. Ms. Reppucci
- Technology with Ms. Bowe: Grades 6, 7, and 8
- English Language Learners - Gr. 6, 7, 8 - Ms. Newcomb
Homework
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CMS Homework & Announcements Today is Monday, March 15, 2010 |
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT CMS MARCH 15&16th - MEPA TESTING MARCH 17th - GIRLS SEMI FINAL BASKETBALL GAME MARCH 18th - BOYS SEMI FINAL BASKETBALL GAME MARCH 19th - LINCOLN TEAM FIELD TRIP TO LOWELL MARCH 20th - BASKETBALL FINALS - NQHS MCAS - MARCH 23rd - GR. 7, LONG COMPOSITION MARCH 25 & 26th - GR.7&8, ELA MARCH 29 & 30th - GR.6, ELA MARCH 30th - EARLY RELEASE DAY 12:15pm Tomorrow is Day C |
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Patriots Team Homework |
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| Social Studies | http://sites.google.com/site/mrgriffith6/ |
| Science | Astronomy vocab quiz Thursday. Science Fair |
| Language Arts | Study for quiz on Wed. |
| Reading | Bring independent reading book and writing utensil to class everyday. 20 minutes of independent reading and ten minutes of roots review. . Study for Literary Allusions test on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Finish grammar sentences 69-73 due Wed. 3/17. Next Roots test #12 is on 3/26. Book Talk/Mark choice due in class 3/19 |
| Math | Experimental probability worksheet. quiz on Wed., probability |
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Presidents Team Homework |
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MONDAY: Vocabulary squares #8. Study for map quiz Central & Eastern Africa Friday. TUESDAY: Map skills #12. Study for Map quiz Friday WEDNESDAY: Read page 463 answer questions 1-3. Study for Map quiz Friday THURSDAY: Atlas activity 6-D - Northern Africa. Study for Map quiz Friday FRIDAY: no homework! |
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| Language Arts | Punctuation marks 1-6 |
| Reading | Read next chapter. Prepare Literature Circle sheet |
| Math | Period 1&4: Finish Burger Barn & Burger Barn questions. Per. 2: none Per 3&5: none - project due Wed? (work on in class) |
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Independence Team Homework |
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| Social Studies | http://sites.google.com/site/mrskowyra7 |
| Science | Research paper due Friday. Study guide on Evolution |
| Language Arts | www.teacherweb.com/ma/centralmiddle/mrsbaileydumas |
| Reading | The poetry essay has been extended and is due 3/15. |
| Math | AP: 7-4; p.460-461 #9-19 odd 21-27 7-3,7-7: open response H: quiz today, no HW |
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Liberty Team Homework |
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| Language Arts | MONDAY: The Magical Middle
Exercise TUESDAY: Find Them & Fix Them Scavenger Hunt |
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MONDAY: Memorize "April Rain Song" by Langstrom Hughes.
Essay: compare and contrast "I Know Why a Caged Bird Sings" to
"Sympathy" TUESDAY&WEDNESDAY: Write a poem using onamatopoeia. Memorize "April Rain Song". Essay THURSDAY: Finish 5 original poems. Memorize "April Rain Song" FRIDAY: End of poetry unit, no homework. |
| Math | Per.1-5: pg351 #47-51 Per 6: pg355 #22,25 |
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Adams Team Homework |
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| Social Studies | wkst. Quiz Wed. Learning Celebration on Thursday |
| Science | MCAS fast fact sheet. Life sentences; mitosis, DNA Structure/Replication, Protein Synthesis |
| Language Arts | Edit your what now? Essay for sentence variety. |
| Math | Period 2: Per 3: Per. 4&5: Per 6: |
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MONDAY: Work on Science Fair Project or Poster TUESDAY: Work on Sponge bob Scientific Method - Controls and Variable worksheet from class WEDNESDAY: Cover NEW Cell book THURSDAY: No Homework ***Don't forget::::Lowell field trip on Friday FRIDAY: Work on Science Fair Project/Poster Ms. Proctor email: dproctor@quincy.k12.ma.us |
| Math | MONDAY: Per2,3,5: EP 8.1 all
Per. 6: EP 8.1 & 8.2 even TUESDAY: Per 2,3,5: Ep 8.2 all Per. 6: EP 8.3 & 8.4 even WEDNESDAY: Per 2,3,5: EP 8.3 all Per.6: Quiz review sheet THURSDAY: Per 2,3,5: Quiz Review sheet. Per.6: Pg425 #1-9all |
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Contender test ch.6-10 on Tuesday REMINDER: The term ends on March 19. |
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Howie |
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Karalexis |
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Michaud |
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Newcomb |
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Plaskasovitis |
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RD: Ch.2 summary
(partial); vocab quiz on Thursday - Study words MA: Make-up work (quizzes that are incompleted homework, MCAS packets, open response) |
Programs
What Student Activities are available?
Beyond our core academic programs, Central offers a variety of activities before, during, and after school. Students are encouraged to participate in these programs so that they have a chance to meet new friends, experience new initiatives, exhibit their talents, and enjoy the complete middle school experience.
Sport activities include: intramural and extramural experiences such as flag football, cross country, volleyball, indoor soccer, basketball, swimming, wrestling, and track.
Before and after school activities for the first half of the 09-10 year include:
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Roosters (morning homework help) |
Roosters (morning homework help) |
Roosters (morning homework help) |
Roosters (morning homework help) |
Roosters (morning homework help) |
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Morning Mind Games |
Morning Mind Games |
Morning Mind Games |
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Morning Mind Games |
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The Ram Page (newspaper) |
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The Ram Page (newspaper) |
Chorus |
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Lego Robotics |
Future Leaders |
C2 -Grade 6 (Invitation Only) |
Lego Robotics |
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Central Cares |
Break Dancing |
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Central Cares |
Year Book (8th only) |
Youth Council |
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The Artist Workshop |
Babysitting Certification |
*AM: 7:30 - 8:15 and PM 2:30 - 4:30 (with 1/2 hour of homework and snack time built in)
Remedial Programs
- Summer School for all core subjects
- Summer Scene Math
Other Programs/Events
- Camp Wing
- Science Fair
- DARE
- 8th Grade Trip
- Band and Chorus Concerts
- Night of Giving
- Foreign Language Fashion Show
Parents
Central Middle School involves parents and staff in efforts to support and extend Central programs, and build a sense of community at the school. The PTO organizes a variety of fund raisers and special events throughout the year. Parents and staff are encouraged to participate in the sponsored activities. Please watch for announcements for exact dates, times, locations, and topics.
2009-2010 PTO Officers
| President | Kathy Bowes | |
| Co-Vice Presidents | Todd Kimmell and Michael Buzzell | |
| Treasurer | Marybeth Dooling | |
| Secretary | Gail Spring |
Calendar of PTO Meetings - ALL PARENTS WELCOME!
All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. and end at 8:00 p.m.
Find Us
Central Middle School is located just outside of Quincy center. Our address is 1012 Hancock St., just north of the junction of Adams St. and Hancock St., between Merrymount Rd. and Butler Rd. Use the maps below to find us!
Partners
Quincy Public Schools are proud that leading businesses recognize the quality and innovation in our schools - and have made a commitment to helping our schools be the very best. Our Partnership Program allows businesses to bring their strengths directly to our students. Read about the great things our partners are doing...
