Tuesday, May 13—The Dumbarton Chess Team spent
three days in Pittsburgh at the Chess Federation’s National
Chess Tournament. Over 2,200 students nation-wide participated.
Students flew in from California, Washington, Minnesota, Mississippi
and numerous other states to take part. Over 500 students attended
from the New York metropolitan area alone. The Dumbarton team took
16th place in the K-6 tournament with 15.5 points scored—a
team record. All four Dumbarton participants scored points for wins
in this team effort, and we were playing one man short when one
of our best players got sick and was unable to attend. Chris R led
the team with six wins and only one defeat, and he placed tenth
in the overall individual competition. Congratulations to all four
of our participants: Chris R, Saketh P, Andrew S, and Jasper I.
If any of them are in your homeroom, give them a round of applause.
The team trophy can be seen on the office counter next to our first
place trophy in the Maryland State Chess Tournament.
May, 2008
Jump Rope Marathon
Leaps into the History Books
On April 18th, Dumbarton students helped fight heart
disease and stroke by participating in their annual Jump Rope For
Heart. Over 160 students participated in this year's event, raising
more than $13,000 for the American Heart Association. Students created
group themes, costumes and posters to get team spirits high and
keep them jumping for over 2 hours!
Jump Rope For Heart is a program designed to promote
physical fitness and heart health through the fun activity of jumping
rope. The event is co-sponsored by the American Heart Association
and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation
and Dance.
This year's event was coordinated by Ms. Kelly Theoharis
with assistance from Mr. Dan Overtoom and the PhysEd staff.
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4/24/08
First Prize in Math
League competition
Matt B., Olivia J., and Liangcheng T. won first
prize in the middle school category of the Math League competition
held at Dulaney High School at the STEM fair on March 8th. They
have been invited to practice with the Towson High School team and
try out for the group that will go to the regional competition at
Penn State later this spring.
April 18, 2008
The Maryland Center for the Book
is pleased to announce
the Maryland State winners and finalist in the Letters About Literature writing contest.
This signature program of the Center for the Book
in the Library of Congress inspires young people to write to an
author of a book that has somehow changed their worldview of themselves.
Over 59,000 entries were received nationwide.
Congratulations to 6th graders Henry P. and Phoebe
L. for being finalists in the writing contest. Henry wrote to Andrew
C. about the book Frindle, and Phoebe wrote to Natasha F. about
the book Perfect.
April 8, 2008
updated April 8, 2008
Science Fair Winners! *congratulations
to all participants
Results for the 2007-2008
DMS Science Fair
The Winners in grade seven are:
Honorable Mentions to –
Ben A., “How Sweet It Is?”
Emily D., “How Do Different Substances Affect the Melting
Rate of Ice?”
Third Place
John M., “The Tooth, the Whole Tooth, and Nothing But the
Tooth”
Second Place
Allie P., “Should You Cry Over Blue Milk?”
First Place
Colin P., “Baby It’s Cold Outside”
The Winners in grade eight are:
Honorable Mentions to –
Julie M., “What’s the Best Leavener?”
Diana R., “What is the Affect of Exercise on the Success
at solving Math Problems?”
Third Place
Kyle K., “How Does the Amount of Light Affect the Length
of the Growing Steps of a Painted Lady Butterfly?”
Second Place
Haley R., “Do Debbie Myers’ Green Bags, Paper Bags,
or Leaving Produce in the Refrigerator Preserve Produce the Best?”
First Place
Yanbo L.i, “How Do Chemical Pollutants Affect Underwater
Plant Health?”
On Saturday January 26th, the Polar Bear Plunge
was held to raise money for special olympics. Organized by Ms. Sharbonda,
several teachers at our school took the plunge and raised $2,222.81.
Thanks to all those who contributed. Teachers that dove into the
icy waters included, from left to right,
front row, Ms. Sharbonda, Ms. Brillon, Casey J.*,
and Mr. Conty.
Back row - Ms. Bell, Mr. Rowland, Mr. Bauer, & Mr. Kwiatkowski
not pictured, Mr. DePrima, Ms. Ritchick, and Ms. Wiseman
*Casey is a 6th grader here at DMS
Get Yours Today by going to the main office.
Cost is $15.00
October, 2007
Career
Day 2007! The
career fair was a big success this year. Presented
by the DMS Guidance staff, eighth graders rotate around the building
listening to presentations from professionals who work in a variety
of fields. For more details go to the career fair page>>>
CAREER FAIR
Congratulations
to the
Dumbarton Chess Team for its 4th place finish in the JV Middle School
Maryland Scholastic Team Championship on March 3. Team Dumbarton
was led by 7th grader Matt B. and 6th graders Jackson A. and Charles
K.. The team’s two-foot trophy can be seen in the school’s
office. Congratulations also go to Matt B. who won a plaque for
Top First Board in the Championship.
Our Dumbarton Chess Team is instructed and trained by parent Mike
Regan and teachers Lee Thomassen and Justin Kampes
Thank you to everyone in the DMS community who helped out
and donated items to our canned food drive. We were able to
collect over 2000 cans of food.
All the food was given to needy families in Baltimore County.
originally posted 11/06
Clubs at Dumbarton are beginning!
Check out the offerings at the Clubs page by clicking HERE
Sponsor of the GameBoards club is Mr. Finkelstein
nov.06
from September 2006 - Summer Robotics Camp!
3 Dumbarton students were among the many inventors from around Baltimore
County to participate in a Robotics camp that was held at Dulaney High
School by Technology Education teacher, Mr. Bruneau. Career Day at DMS!
This year Career day was held on May 19th. With over
20 presenters, students got insight into a variety of occupations from
a company CEO to persons in the printing, recording, videogame industries,
and more! You can view all the presenters and find links to more about
careers at the Guidance office's new Career Page >>>>click
HERE
May 19, 2006
On March 31st, The Jump for Heart was held at
Dumbarton. Led each year by Mr. Overtoom, the marathon activity raised
$9,975.00 in 2006. In the past 9 years Dumbarton students have raised
a total of $84,536.00! This year there were 144 kids involved (average
of 1,800 in 9 years). The top group, Ben A. Lauren B, Patrick B, Kelly
L, and Francie S., raised $847.65! The top individual money raiser
was Bethany P. ($542.00). <<click here for
more Jump4Heart info.
Engineering Club finishes 2nd!
3/4/06
The team of Peter S. and Rafferty P. successfully competed in the
MagLev Engineering Challenge at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
They built, tested, and refined the design of their Maglev prototype.
The competition involved a written report, interview with real engineers,
and a performance competition against 14 other teams from around the
state. Way to Go!
Emily B.(in purple) with her award from the
BCPS Board of Education
Pictured with Emily B are, from left to right, Emily P., Catherine
P., and Emily B.'s sisters
Emily B. was recognized for her writing
talents at the 2005 Baltimore County Board of Education Awards presentation
on Tuesday November 15, 2005 at Cockeysville Middle School. Emily
wrote a story last year when she attended Rodgers Forge Elementary
school as a 5th grader.
Also recognized was Mr. Putnam for his Middle School Tech.Ed. teacher
award presented from the Technology Education Association of Maryland.
Mr. Putnam was awarded the
Middle School Teacher Excellence Award
from the
Technology Education Association of Maryland
in a ceremony on Oct. 20, 2005
Our school has a new look!
Doors, bulletin and chalk boards, ceilings, and more were replaced
along with a new safety sprinkler system.
May 9, 2005
Congratulations
Ms. Mathena!! for your
2005 Award for
Excellence in Education "For your demonstrated
commitment to education at the Middle School level and your
tremendous contribution to our future"
presented by the Baltimore County Chamber of
Commerce
on May 9, 2005
May 5, 2005
VIVE
LE FRANCAIS!!!
In the 2005 Grand Concours (National French Contest) Dumbarton
Middle placed ALL 14 of its students in Places 1 through 16
statewide. Yes, statewide! National awards will be announced
on May 15.
Lizzy D. placed 1st (a perfect score!) & Nasim C. placed
2nd statewide. Both of these students will be honored at a luncheon
on Sunday May 15 at Cafe de Paris in Columbia.
FELICITATIONS
A TOUS!!!
April 25, 2005
Science
Fair Winners
for 2005!
Grade 7:
First – Emma W., “How Do
Age and Gender Affect How Often People Use Filler
Words”
Second – Susan B., “The
Egg That Stays Fresh the Longest”
Third – Torie S., “Material
to Dye For”
Honorable Mention – Isabelle
Z., “Can You Spare Some Water”
- Chris M., “Effect of Hull
Shape & Waterline on Boat Speed”
- Luke H., “How Does the Shape
of the Sail Affect Boat Speed”
- Abby F., “Is Visual or Auditory
Learning More Common”
- Carolyn B., “How Does Temperature
Affect Seed Germination”
Grade 8:
First – Lydia T., “Effect
of Gender on a Horse’s Learning Style”
Second – Peter F., “Bow
and Arrow Flight”
Third – Hayden W., “Talking
on a Cell Phone While Driving”
Honorable Mention – Sibei M.,
“Holiday Season Pricing”
- Brian M., “Windmill Power”
- Caroline H., “Which Balloon
Zooms”
- Matthew H., “Subliminal Messages”
- Katherine C., “Acid &
Aging on Paper”
Congratulations to all the
participants
reported by
Nancy M.,
Science IA, Dumbarton
The following teachers completed rigorous performance assessments
and portfolios to achieve National Board Certification status: Sandra
Bixby, Middlesex Elementary; Jennifer Bodis, Sparrows Point Middle;
Jo Ann Brukiewa, Middlesex Elementary; Kathleen Calkins, Patapsco
High; Juan Castro, Towson High; Theresa Medina, Dundalk Elementary;
Cheryl Milligan, Towson High; Peter Skeels, Towson High; Jill
Williams, Dumbarton Middle School;, and Beth Shapiro, Perry
Hall High. Jill Williams is the first BCPS ESOL teacher to
achieved National Board Certification. Beth Shapiro is now
the first National Board Certified Librarian in Baltimore County and
one of only five in the state of Maryland.
David Williams, Dumbarton Middle, and Janice Mueller,
Fullerton Elementary, were both nominated for a second time to be
honored in Who’s Who Among American Teachers.
October, 2004 - The Technology Education Association of Maryland
honored Chris Putnam of Dumbarton Middle School with
a Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Contributions to Technology
Education in Maryland.
April 22, 2005
STRIVE PARTYfor
Rigorous Readers
Towson,
MD – another celebration for all students striving to
read for fun, comprehension, and more fun! April
22 , 2005 click here for full article
April 5, 2005
Hydroponics
Biotechnology
July 1, 2005 UPDATE!
Zinnias above were grown from seed in our TE lab in
our hydroponics system -"born" April, 05
*more update photos click here
FREE
SOFTWARE- available for students in
Mr. Putnam's Technology Education class Click Here for more info
February 20, 2005
National
Engineering Week
February 20 - 26 WDMS
Trivia Hunt Click Here to find the
Trivia Answers
for
the Library!
3/4/06
VIVE
LE FRANCAIS!!!
Winners
for 2005!
for
Rigorous Readers
