🚨💚🧠 IT’S ALMOST HERE! Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week is coming next week! Get ready to show OUT in your school spirit, rock the daily themes, and bring ALL the positivity, kindness, and energy to Mace's Lane Middle School! 🌟🔥
Let’s make this week unforgettable and lift each other up every day! 💚
Let’s make this week unforgettable and lift each other up every day! 💚
🎓✨ Congratulations to Our Newest NJHS Members! ✨🎓
Tonight, we proudly celebrated the induction of our newest members of the National Junior Honor Society at Maces Lane Middle School!
These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character — the pillars of NJHS. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to making a positive impact both inside and outside of the classroom make us incredibly proud.
Thank you to our students, families, staff, and guest speakers who helped make this evening so special. We are excited to see the leadership and accomplishments these students will continue to bring to MLMS and our community.
Please join us in congratulating our newest NJHS inductees! 💙🖤
#MLMS #NJHS #TigerPride #MakingEveryStrideCount
#StudentLeadership
#ExcellenceInAction
🤠🎶 Line Dance & Mental Health Awareness Family Night! 💛
Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and community at Mace’s Lane Middle School!
🗓 May 15th
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Come out with your family to:
✨ Learn easy line dancing steps
🎵 Enjoy great music
🍴 Grab some good food
🎯 Participate in fun activities
📚 Explore summer programs for students
💬 Learn more about mental health resources
This event is open to students and families from Sandy Hill Elementary, Choptank Elementary, Mace’s Lane Middle, and Cambridge South Dorchester High School.
Let’s come together for a night of movement, music, and meaningful connection 💛
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #FamilyEngagement #MentalHealthMatters
Join us for an evening of fun, connection, and community at Mace’s Lane Middle School!
🗓 May 15th
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Come out with your family to:
✨ Learn easy line dancing steps
🎵 Enjoy great music
🍴 Grab some good food
🎯 Participate in fun activities
📚 Explore summer programs for students
💬 Learn more about mental health resources
This event is open to students and families from Sandy Hill Elementary, Choptank Elementary, Mace’s Lane Middle, and Cambridge South Dorchester High School.
Let’s come together for a night of movement, music, and meaningful connection 💛
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #FamilyEngagement #MentalHealthMatters
Dear Parents/Guardians:
We want to hear about your experience with your student’s education. We invite you to participate in completing the School Climate Survey. This survey includes questions about your student’s learning, school safety, and interpersonal relationships, as well as your attitudes about the institutional environment and your personal involvement in school. Your responses will be very helpful in improving student relationships, learning conditions, and the overall school environment.
Beginning today, May 4, 2026, we invite all parents, guardians and caretakers to complete this survey for our school. The survey is completely anonymous and brief; it contains 21 questions and takes about 10-15 minutes to complete. You can take the survey online by using the following unique school link:
https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/RWG0034b500
Please submit your responses by June 1, 2026.
All your responses are completely anonymous. We have no way to connect you to your answers, and results will only be reported as group responses. There are no right or wrong answers. We just want to know about your personal experiences. Responses are housed securely in an anonymous format with the University of Oregon Technical Assistance Center projects for evaluation research purposes. All evaluation research projects are in compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, (343 CFR 99.31 (6)) and human subjects regulations (Protection of Human Subjects 45 CFR 46).
As you respond to each item, think about your own personal experiences as a parent, caregiver or guardian at your student’s school. Please answer all of the questions, or your answers won’t be recorded, but you can mark “I prefer not to answer” if you don’t want to answer a question about you.
We hope you will take the time to provide us with this valuable information. Each school’s total survey results will be used to inform and develop appropriate strategies, procedures, and/or programs to enhance our school climate.
The link to complete the survey is https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/RWG0034b500
Thank you for your time and participation!
We want to hear about your experience with your student’s education. We invite you to participate in completing the School Climate Survey. This survey includes questions about your student’s learning, school safety, and interpersonal relationships, as well as your attitudes about the institutional environment and your personal involvement in school. Your responses will be very helpful in improving student relationships, learning conditions, and the overall school environment.
Beginning today, May 4, 2026, we invite all parents, guardians and caretakers to complete this survey for our school. The survey is completely anonymous and brief; it contains 21 questions and takes about 10-15 minutes to complete. You can take the survey online by using the following unique school link:
https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/RWG0034b500
Please submit your responses by June 1, 2026.
All your responses are completely anonymous. We have no way to connect you to your answers, and results will only be reported as group responses. There are no right or wrong answers. We just want to know about your personal experiences. Responses are housed securely in an anonymous format with the University of Oregon Technical Assistance Center projects for evaluation research purposes. All evaluation research projects are in compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, (343 CFR 99.31 (6)) and human subjects regulations (Protection of Human Subjects 45 CFR 46).
As you respond to each item, think about your own personal experiences as a parent, caregiver or guardian at your student’s school. Please answer all of the questions, or your answers won’t be recorded, but you can mark “I prefer not to answer” if you don’t want to answer a question about you.
We hope you will take the time to provide us with this valuable information. Each school’s total survey results will be used to inform and develop appropriate strategies, procedures, and/or programs to enhance our school climate.
The link to complete the survey is https://assessment.pbisapps.org/Anon/RWG0034b500
Thank you for your time and participation!
📣 YOUR VOICE. OUR COMMUNITY. 🐾💙🧡
Maces Lane Middle School is exploring the implementation of school uniforms for the 2026–2027 school year, and we want to hear from YOU!
We believe this is an important decision that impacts our entire school community, and your input will help guide our next steps.
✨ Join us for our Stakeholder Meeting:
📅 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 MLMS Media Center
During this meeting, we will:
✔ Share the “why” behind uniforms
✔ Discuss potential expectations
✔ Listen to your questions, concerns, and ideas
👨👩👧👦 Families and students (accompanied by an adult) are encouraged to attend!
Can’t make it? We still want your feedback!
📧 Email us at matthewsb@dcpsmd.org or cookk@dcpsmd.org
At MLMS, we are committed to making decisions that support belonging, equity, and student success and that starts with hearing from our community.
🧡 Your voice matters. We hope to see you there! 💙
#MLMS #YourVoiceOurCommunity #TigerWay #StrongerTogether
Maces Lane Middle School is exploring the implementation of school uniforms for the 2026–2027 school year, and we want to hear from YOU!
We believe this is an important decision that impacts our entire school community, and your input will help guide our next steps.
✨ Join us for our Stakeholder Meeting:
📅 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 MLMS Media Center
During this meeting, we will:
✔ Share the “why” behind uniforms
✔ Discuss potential expectations
✔ Listen to your questions, concerns, and ideas
👨👩👧👦 Families and students (accompanied by an adult) are encouraged to attend!
Can’t make it? We still want your feedback!
📧 Email us at matthewsb@dcpsmd.org or cookk@dcpsmd.org
At MLMS, we are committed to making decisions that support belonging, equity, and student success and that starts with hearing from our community.
🧡 Your voice matters. We hope to see you there! 💙
#MLMS #YourVoiceOurCommunity #TigerWay #StrongerTogether
Huge congratulations to Brooke, Mace's Lane Middle School's winner of the 6th Annual Mental Health Awareness Poster Contest hosted by the DCPS Office of Student Services! 🎉💚🧠🎨
Thank you to all the Mace's Lane Middle School students that participated and shared their creativity and messages of support—keep shining and inspiring others! ✨👏💬
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter 💚
Thank you to all the Mace's Lane Middle School students that participated and shared their creativity and messages of support—keep shining and inspiring others! ✨👏💬
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter 💚
📸🌸 Spring Picture Day is This Monday 🌸📸
📅 When: Monday, May 4th
📷 Important: Only students who pre-order Spring photos will be photographed on Picture Day. You must pay online in order to get your pictures taken.
🛒 Order Online:
Visit mylifetouch.com and use your
Picture Day ID: EVTDTB4PF
Please join us as we celebrate National Principal Appreciation Day, and we are incredibly grateful for the leadership of Mrs. Cook at MLMS.
Mrs. Cook leads with heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and community. She shows up every single day ready to support, problem-solve, and push our school forward, always keeping what’s best for kids at the center of every decision. Her dedication, strength, and positive energy set the tone for our entire building.
From celebrating our successes to guiding us through challenges, Mrs. Cook’s impact is felt in every hallway, every classroom, and every student interaction. MLMS is stronger because of her leadership.
Please join us in showing appreciation for Mrs. Cook today! Her work does not go unnoticed, and we are lucky to have her leading the way. 💙🧡
#ThankAPrincipal #MLMSTigers #MakingEveryStrideCount
DCPS is continuing its partnership with the Cook Center. See the flyer for the calendar of events in May!
📍 Virtual & easy to join
🎟️ Free for all DCPS families
📍 Virtual & easy to join
🎟️ Free for all DCPS families
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible heart of our front office—our amazing Administrative Professionals! 💙🐾
Ms. Brummell, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. McLaughlin are truly the backbone of MLMS. Each day, they go above and beyond to support our students, staff, and families with a level of energy, positivity, and dedication that is nothing short of inspiring. Their warmth, organization, and unwavering commitment help keep our school running smoothly—and their impact is felt in every corner of our building.
Please join us in showing appreciation for all they do, not just this week, but every single day. We are so grateful for you!
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #MLMSPride #MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy
Ms. Brummell, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. McLaughlin are truly the backbone of MLMS. Each day, they go above and beyond to support our students, staff, and families with a level of energy, positivity, and dedication that is nothing short of inspiring. Their warmth, organization, and unwavering commitment help keep our school running smoothly—and their impact is felt in every corner of our building.
Please join us in showing appreciation for all they do, not just this week, but every single day. We are so grateful for you!
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #MLMSPride #MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy
Good morning,
Please post the information below and attached flyer to FB and thrill share and schedule it to go out at 6pm on Thursday and Friday night.
🌟 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Healthy Kids Community Event! 🌟
📅 Date: Saturday April 18th
🕐 Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 Location: The Pauline F. and David W. Robbins Family YMCA (201 Talbot Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613)
Bring your family and friends for a free afternoon packed with outdoor games and activities designed to keep kids active and healthy! This event is hosted by our community partners at the YMCA 🏃♂️🌳
Please post the information below and attached flyer to FB and thrill share and schedule it to go out at 6pm on Thursday and Friday night.
🌟 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Healthy Kids Community Event! 🌟
📅 Date: Saturday April 18th
🕐 Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 Location: The Pauline F. and David W. Robbins Family YMCA (201 Talbot Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613)
Bring your family and friends for a free afternoon packed with outdoor games and activities designed to keep kids active and healthy! This event is hosted by our community partners at the YMCA 🏃♂️🌳
April is a month of awareness, reflection, and support at Maces Lane Middle School 💙🧡
Our incredible school social workers are highlighting several important causes, including Child Abuse Prevention Month, National Youth Violence Prevention Week, and Autism Awareness Month. These topics matter deeply to our students, families, and community, and we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage our MLMS families to take time this month to learn, have conversations, and find ways to support these important causes. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our children.
If you would like more information or resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our school social workers—they are always here to help!
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #WithJoy
Our incredible school social workers are highlighting several important causes, including Child Abuse Prevention Month, National Youth Violence Prevention Week, and Autism Awareness Month. These topics matter deeply to our students, families, and community, and we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage our MLMS families to take time this month to learn, have conversations, and find ways to support these important causes. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our children.
If you would like more information or resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our school social workers—they are always here to help!
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #WithJoy
‼️Reminder ‼️
As students across DCPS begin participating in the the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) and/or Advanced Placement exams this Spring, please help us support our students navigate testing season by:
📅 Helping students get to school on testing days, check out our Spring MCAP/AP Calendar here: https://bit.ly/4sdQCZU
💻 Support students in accessing practice test materials before testing here: https://support.mdassessments.com/practice-tests/
🚫 Please remember personal electronic devices are not permitted in the testing environment. This includes any device that can receive or send a message, take or send pictures, etc. including cell phones, airpods, meta glasses or cameras.
#BelieveInUs
As students across DCPS begin participating in the the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) and/or Advanced Placement exams this Spring, please help us support our students navigate testing season by:
📅 Helping students get to school on testing days, check out our Spring MCAP/AP Calendar here: https://bit.ly/4sdQCZU
💻 Support students in accessing practice test materials before testing here: https://support.mdassessments.com/practice-tests/
🚫 Please remember personal electronic devices are not permitted in the testing environment. This includes any device that can receive or send a message, take or send pictures, etc. including cell phones, airpods, meta glasses or cameras.
#BelieveInUs
🌱💧 Making Every Stride Count—One Plant at a Time! 💧🌱
Our 7th grade students at Maces Lane Middle School are bringing their learning to life by caring for the plants they started just a few weeks ago as part of our Pickering Creek action project on climate change!
Through this hands-on experience, students are not only learning about environmental responsibility, but also taking meaningful steps to make a positive impact right here in our community. 🌎💚
We’re so proud of their commitment to growth—both in the garden and in their understanding of how small actions can lead to big change!
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy #EnvironmentalStewardship #PickeringCreek
Our 7th grade students at Maces Lane Middle School are bringing their learning to life by caring for the plants they started just a few weeks ago as part of our Pickering Creek action project on climate change!
Through this hands-on experience, students are not only learning about environmental responsibility, but also taking meaningful steps to make a positive impact right here in our community. 🌎💚
We’re so proud of their commitment to growth—both in the garden and in their understanding of how small actions can lead to big change!
#MLMS #MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy #EnvironmentalStewardship #PickeringCreek
🎉🎶 We’ve got something fun coming your way! Join us for a high-energy event focused on music and movement for mental health 💙🧡
✨ What to expect:
🎵 Line dancing (no experience needed!)
🧠 Helpful mental health resources
☀️ Info on summer opportunities for students
Whether you come to dance, learn, or just hang out—there’s something for everyone! Bring your family and come catch the vibe 🎉
📢 Please see flyer below for more information!
👉 RSVP to save your spot! Line Dancing and Mental Health Night RSVP – Fill out form below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Sk_LEoiYrkeRrxjNrjyiO8VlUomNfeVPn9QKH1PdkMNUNDU0M1dJSEQ3UzdETE00QlBCMFdGNjVGNC4u
#withJoy #MLMSTigers #MakeEveryStrideCount
✨ What to expect:
🎵 Line dancing (no experience needed!)
🧠 Helpful mental health resources
☀️ Info on summer opportunities for students
Whether you come to dance, learn, or just hang out—there’s something for everyone! Bring your family and come catch the vibe 🎉
📢 Please see flyer below for more information!
👉 RSVP to save your spot! Line Dancing and Mental Health Night RSVP – Fill out form below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Sk_LEoiYrkeRrxjNrjyiO8VlUomNfeVPn9QKH1PdkMNUNDU0M1dJSEQ3UzdETE00QlBCMFdGNjVGNC4u
#withJoy #MLMSTigers #MakeEveryStrideCount
Happy National Assistant Principal Week!
Today we celebrate the incredible dedication, leadership, and heart that Assistant Principals bring to our schools every single day. Your commitment to supporting students, uplifting teachers, and keeping everything running smoothly does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for being problem-solvers, motivators, and champions for success in our school communities. We appreciate all that you do for MLMS!!!
Today we celebrate the incredible dedication, leadership, and heart that Assistant Principals bring to our schools every single day. Your commitment to supporting students, uplifting teachers, and keeping everything running smoothly does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for being problem-solvers, motivators, and champions for success in our school communities. We appreciate all that you do for MLMS!!!
Due to fog in the area, DCPS will operate on a 2 -hour delay today, Friday, April 10, 2026. Please be safe!
🐾✨ Celebrating Excellence at MLMS! ✨🐾
We are incredibly proud to celebrate our amazing staff who were recognized as finalists at the Best of DCPS Awards Gala! 🎉
🌟 Congratulations to:
🍎 Ms. Windsor – Teacher of the Year Nominee
🌱 Mr. Miller – Early Excellence Educator of the Year Nominee
…and to our many other outstanding MLMS finalists who continue to represent the very best of who we are!
Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students truly embody what it means to make a difference every single day. You inspire excellence, build strong relationships, and help our Tigers grow academically and socially. 🐯💛
We are beyond proud to have you as part of our MLMS family. Thank you for all you do to make every stride count!
#MLMSPride #BestofDCPS #WithJoy #MakingEveryStrideCount
🍗🐔 Support Our Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A! 🐔🍗
Hey friends and family! Midshore Meals til Monday is excited to partner with Chick-fil-A for a delicious fundraiser to support our Mace’s Lane Food Pantry and other ongoing MidShore Meals til Monday community initiatives.
📅 Date: [April 7th, 2026]
📍 Location: Chick-Fil-A Cambridge - 705 Cambridge Marketplace Blvd, Cambridge, MD 21613
⏰ Time: 5pm to 10pm
Please see the attached flyer for instructions on how to order through the app.
Hey friends and family! Midshore Meals til Monday is excited to partner with Chick-fil-A for a delicious fundraiser to support our Mace’s Lane Food Pantry and other ongoing MidShore Meals til Monday community initiatives.
📅 Date: [April 7th, 2026]
📍 Location: Chick-Fil-A Cambridge - 705 Cambridge Marketplace Blvd, Cambridge, MD 21613
⏰ Time: 5pm to 10pm
Please see the attached flyer for instructions on how to order through the app.
🎉📚 6th Grade RELA is MCAP Ready! 📚🎉
Our 6th grade students are gearing up for MCAP in a fun and engaging way! Recently, they participated in a context clues “egg hunt”, where they practiced using strategies to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words. 🥚🔍
This interactive activity not only built critical reading skills but also kept students excited and motivated as they prepare for testing. We love seeing learning come to life in creative ways!
Let’s cheer on our 6th graders as they continue to work hard and show what they know! 💪🐯
#MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy
Our 6th grade students are gearing up for MCAP in a fun and engaging way! Recently, they participated in a context clues “egg hunt”, where they practiced using strategies to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words. 🥚🔍
This interactive activity not only built critical reading skills but also kept students excited and motivated as they prepare for testing. We love seeing learning come to life in creative ways!
Let’s cheer on our 6th graders as they continue to work hard and show what they know! 💪🐯
#MakingEveryStrideCount #withJoy
