MIDLAND MINUTES
  • Welcome! The purpose of the Midland Minutes is to connect with our extended family by sharing brief summaries of events that occurred during the week at Midland. We will also be sending monthly e-newsletters with more detailed information, articles and photos - look for our first edition in a few weeks. And remember to check our website for updates: www.midland-school.org!       
     
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  • School Prefects: Congratulations to Marcus Schmidt and Savannah Bryant, our 2011-12 School Prefects!      
     
  • New Faculty Members: Midland is excited to welcome a few new faculty members this year.  They are Amy Graham, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid; Michelle Bone, Librarian, and Kyle Taylor, Library Technician, Midland 102 co-teacher and fitness trainer. We look forward to having their expertise in their respective roles and their enthusiasm for Midland.      
     
  • Campus Preparation: Seniors and Faculty members worked together to clean cabins and the campus before new students arrived.     
     
  • Opening Days went swimmingly and classes are in full swing. We're looking forward to a great year!  See more about Opening Days.      
     
  • First Day of Classes: After classes on Monday, we enjoyed an all-school activity on the field. Click here to see photos from the first day of the 2011-12 school year.    
     
  • Marine Biology Trip: Jeff Goddard took Midland's Marine Biology class to Gaviota State Park on Tuesday afternoon for the class's first low tide field trip of the semester.  This first trip was an exploratory look at sandy beach and rocky shore habitat.  The group will return to the coast several more times throughout the semester.        
     
  • Midland 102: On Wednesday, September 14th, Midland 102 students participated in some team-building and problem-solving activities.   
     
  • Surprise Full Moon Hike: On Saturday, September 10th, seniors and new students were treated to a full moon hike around the Bowl where they were awed by the distant lightning show. 
  • Athletics: See Midland's sports section online for a full schedule and updated photographs. This season students are participating in cross country, the equestrian program, girls' volleyball, organic gardening and outdoor leadership.      
     
  • Midland's Seventh Annual Round-Up: All current families are invited to join us for this year's Round-Up on October 1-2. This is our first event on campus where families have a chance to participate in Midland activities. See the invitation.     
     
  • Helpful Contact Information: 
    Upper Yard: 805-688-6075 (Boys)
    Lower Yard: 686-1847 and 805-688-7435 (Girls)
    All student and faculty email addresses are:
    first initial of first name followed by last name @midland-school.org
    Example: jbrady@midland-school.org