🏐 Volleyball Season Is Almost Here at Thompson Middle School!
Volleyball season is just around the corner, and we’re excited to get started!
If you’re interested in playing, sign up during lunch this week.
There will also be an Open Gym on Monday, October 20th, from 3:00–4:00 PM for all students who would like to participate or learn more about the team.
Come ready to play, meet new teammates, and show your Thompson Tiger spirit! 💙🤍
Volleyball season is just around the corner, and we’re excited to get started!
If you’re interested in playing, sign up during lunch this week.
There will also be an Open Gym on Monday, October 20th, from 3:00–4:00 PM for all students who would like to participate or learn more about the team.
Come ready to play, meet new teammates, and show your Thompson Tiger spirit! 💙🤍
For those attending the football game Wednesday at White Pine, please be mindful of admission guidelines. NO STUDENTS will be allowed without a student ID. They must also be accomponied by an adult. See attached flyer for complete details.
Attention 8th Grade Families – PSAT Testing Reminder 📝
Tomorrow, our 8th grade students at Thompson Middle School will be taking the PSAT. This assessment is an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their academic skills and prepare for future high school and college readiness benchmarks.
We encourage families to remind students to:
✅ Get a good night’s sleep tonight
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning
✅ Arrive to school on time and ready to do their best!
We’re confident our Tigers will represent Thompson proudly. Let’s show what we know! 💙🤍
Tomorrow, our 8th grade students at Thompson Middle School will be taking the PSAT. This assessment is an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their academic skills and prepare for future high school and college readiness benchmarks.
We encourage families to remind students to:
✅ Get a good night’s sleep tonight
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning
✅ Arrive to school on time and ready to do their best!
We’re confident our Tigers will represent Thompson proudly. Let’s show what we know! 💙🤍
Pom Pon tryouts will be coming to Thompson Middle Shcool soon!
See the flyer for details!
See the flyer for details!
Come support the boys for the final game of the 2025 season.
October is National Principals Month! Let’s recognize the principals and assistant principals who shape our schools in the Saginaw Public School District.
Visit principalsmonth.org for ideas on how to celebrate and show appreciation. #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
📢 Progress Report Reminder
Thompson Middle School Families,
Progress reports were sent home with students today. Please take a few moments to review your child’s progress report together and discuss their current academic performance.
Your involvement and encouragement make a big difference in your child’s success! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.
Thank you for your continued support!
— Thompson Middle School Administration
Thompson Middle School Families,
Progress reports were sent home with students today. Please take a few moments to review your child’s progress report together and discuss their current academic performance.
Your involvement and encouragement make a big difference in your child’s success! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.
Thank you for your continued support!
— Thompson Middle School Administration
The girls basketball games that were scheduled for today have been rescheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday the 7th. Both games will be played at Thompson Middle School with 7th grade starting at 4:00 PM and the 8th grade game immediately following.
Thompson Middle School Football Represented at Saginaw United’s First Homecoming Parade! 🏈💙
We’re proud to share that our Thompson Middle School football teams participated in Saginaw United’s first-ever Homecoming Parade!
Our boys represented Thompson with pride, energy, and school spirit — a great example of what it means to be a Tiger! 💙🤍
Way to go, team — we are proud of you! 👏🐾
Thompson Middle School Spirit Week Fun 🎉
The last few days last week at Thompson Middle were full of school spirit as we celebrated Pajama Bottom Day and Hat/Headband Day and school colors day! 👖🧢🎀
A big thank you to all of our students and staff who continue to participate and make these festivities so much fun. Your energy and enthusiasm help make Thompson a great place to be! 💙🤍
The last few days last week at Thompson Middle were full of school spirit as we celebrated Pajama Bottom Day and Hat/Headband Day and school colors day! 👖🧢🎀
A big thank you to all of our students and staff who continue to participate and make these festivities so much fun. Your energy and enthusiasm help make Thompson a great place to be! 💙🤍
Friendly reminder that there will be no school for students on Monday October 6th.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Thompson Middle School Athletic Admission Policy Reminder 🏈🏀
As our athletic seasons continue, we want to remind Thompson Middle School families of the Saginaw Public School District’s admission guidelines for all athletic events, this applies to ALL Saginaw Public Athletic events.
🎟️ Admission Fee: Tickets are $5 and can be bought through GOFAN or with Credit Card at the door.
👨👩👧 Student Spectators: Middle School students must be accompanied by their parents/guardians to gain entry.
The parent/guardian must enter the game with the student and remain with them for the entire event.
Drop-offs are not permitted. Students arriving without a parent/guardian will be denied entry.
🏟️ Positive Fan Experience: Show respect and good sportsmanship toward athletes, coaches, officials, and fellow fans at all times.
These expectations are in place to ensure a safe, structured, and enjoyable environment for our athletes, families, and fans.
The following details are specific to HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES:
Football Season Guidelines 2025
Dear Football Enthusiasts, Saginaw Community, and Visiting Schools,
As we prepare for the upcoming football games, we’d like to remind everyone of the guidelines
that have been in place for the past four years. Please review carefully and adhere to the
following:
For the General Public:
1. Tickets must be purchased exclusively through GOFAN.
2. Only adults are permitted to purchase tickets via GOFAN.
3. No cash sales will be accepted at the entrance.
4. GOFAN tickets are not available for Saginaw United High School students. The
wristband serves as their ticket for entry.
For Students:
Only actively enrolled students at Saginaw United High School and SASA are eligible
to purchase tickets.
Students must purchase a wristband at school on the day of the game.
Wristbands will only be sold during the school day and will be placed on the student’s
wrist at the point of sale.
A designated wristband is mandatory for entry. No student will be admitted without one.
Students must also present their Saginaw United School ID at the entrance along
with the wristband. The wristband must be on the wrist and not tampered with.
Visiting team students must present a valid student ID at the entrance.
Elementary and middle school-aged children must be accompanied by an adult to gain
entry.
General Guidelines:
1. No bookbags are permitted inside the stadium.
2. No outside food or beverages are permitted inside the stadium.
3. No alcohol, tobacco products, cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, drugs, vaping, smokeless
tobacco, or weapons are allowed on school property.
4. All small purses are subject to search upon entry.
5. All students are expected to comply with district policies and procedures governing
student behavior during and after the game.
6. The district reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and enjoyable game-day experience for
everyone. Let’s come together in support of our teams with pride, spirit, and respect.
Saginaw Public School District
Thank you for your cooperation and support of Thompson Middle School athletics! 💙🤍
As our athletic seasons continue, we want to remind Thompson Middle School families of the Saginaw Public School District’s admission guidelines for all athletic events, this applies to ALL Saginaw Public Athletic events.
🎟️ Admission Fee: Tickets are $5 and can be bought through GOFAN or with Credit Card at the door.
👨👩👧 Student Spectators: Middle School students must be accompanied by their parents/guardians to gain entry.
The parent/guardian must enter the game with the student and remain with them for the entire event.
Drop-offs are not permitted. Students arriving without a parent/guardian will be denied entry.
🏟️ Positive Fan Experience: Show respect and good sportsmanship toward athletes, coaches, officials, and fellow fans at all times.
These expectations are in place to ensure a safe, structured, and enjoyable environment for our athletes, families, and fans.
The following details are specific to HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES:
Football Season Guidelines 2025
Dear Football Enthusiasts, Saginaw Community, and Visiting Schools,
As we prepare for the upcoming football games, we’d like to remind everyone of the guidelines
that have been in place for the past four years. Please review carefully and adhere to the
following:
For the General Public:
1. Tickets must be purchased exclusively through GOFAN.
2. Only adults are permitted to purchase tickets via GOFAN.
3. No cash sales will be accepted at the entrance.
4. GOFAN tickets are not available for Saginaw United High School students. The
wristband serves as their ticket for entry.
For Students:
Only actively enrolled students at Saginaw United High School and SASA are eligible
to purchase tickets.
Students must purchase a wristband at school on the day of the game.
Wristbands will only be sold during the school day and will be placed on the student’s
wrist at the point of sale.
A designated wristband is mandatory for entry. No student will be admitted without one.
Students must also present their Saginaw United School ID at the entrance along
with the wristband. The wristband must be on the wrist and not tampered with.
Visiting team students must present a valid student ID at the entrance.
Elementary and middle school-aged children must be accompanied by an adult to gain
entry.
General Guidelines:
1. No bookbags are permitted inside the stadium.
2. No outside food or beverages are permitted inside the stadium.
3. No alcohol, tobacco products, cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, drugs, vaping, smokeless
tobacco, or weapons are allowed on school property.
4. All small purses are subject to search upon entry.
5. All students are expected to comply with district policies and procedures governing
student behavior during and after the game.
6. The district reserves the right to refuse entry to any person.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and enjoyable game-day experience for
everyone. Let’s come together in support of our teams with pride, spirit, and respect.
Saginaw Public School District
Thank you for your cooperation and support of Thompson Middle School athletics! 💙🤍
Thompson Middle School Spirit Week Update 🎉
Today was Cartoon Day at Thompson Middle School, and our students did an amazing job showing off their school spirit! Thank you to everyone who dressed up and made the day so fun—check out the attached photos to see some of the creative outfits.
✨ Don’t forget—tomorrow is Pajama Bottom Day! We can’t wait to see our students participate and continue to make Spirit Week a huge success. 💙🤍
Today was Cartoon Day at Thompson Middle School, and our students did an amazing job showing off their school spirit! Thank you to everyone who dressed up and made the day so fun—check out the attached photos to see some of the creative outfits.
✨ Don’t forget—tomorrow is Pajama Bottom Day! We can’t wait to see our students participate and continue to make Spirit Week a huge success. 💙🤍
Reminder: October 1st is Count Day!
Dear Thompson Middle School Families,
We hope this message finds you well! We wanted to send out a friendly reminder that tomorrow, October 1st, is Count Day. It’s an important day for our school, and we encourage all students to be present so we can ensure accurate attendance counts.
In addition, we will be offering exciting incentives for students who attend on Count Day! It's a great opportunity for students to show up, participate, and earn some fun rewards.
Additionally, tomorrow's Spirit Week event is Pajama Bottom Day! Students are invited to wear their coziest pajama bottoms to school.
We’re excited to see all of our students participate in both Count Day and Spirit Week activities. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing everyone at school tomorrow!
Jason LaPorte
Principal, Thompson Middle School
🎉 Spirit Week Fun at Thompson Middle School! 🎉
Today we celebrated Team Jersey / Team Sports Day at TMS, and our halls were filled with students and staff showing off their favorite teams and colors! 🏈⚾🏀⚽ A big thank you to everyone who participated and brought their school spirit to life.
📸 Please enjoy the attached photos of today’s theme!
✨ Don’t forget—tomorrow is “Cartoon Day”! We can’t wait to see the creativity and fun outfits our students bring to Spirit Week.
Go Tigers! 🐾
Wednesday, Oct. 1 is Count Day. Make sure your student is in attendance and in class on this important date.
Count Day helps determine vital funding for our schools, which directly supports programs, teachers, and resources for your child's education.
Every student counts-- and every day matters!
Count Day helps determine vital funding for our schools, which directly supports programs, teachers, and resources for your child's education.
Every student counts-- and every day matters!
🏅 Thompson Middle School Sports Update – Week of September 22 🏅
Our Tigers had some exciting games this past week, showing grit, teamwork, and determination! Here are the results:
Girls Basketball 🏀
8th Grade: Defeated Midland Jefferson in overtime, 43–40
8th Grade: Earned another victory over SASA 51-19
7th Grade: Fell to Saginaw Middle, 41–8
7th Grade: Lost to Midland Jefferson 32-24
Football 🏈
7th Grade: Lost a hard-fought battle, 8–0
8th Grade: Came up just short, 21–18
➡️ Both games were very competitive and showcased great effort!
Next Week’s Schedule 📅
Monday, Sept. 29 – Girls Basketball
• 7th Grade: Home vs. White Pine
• 8th Grade: Away at White Pine
⏰ Games start at 4:30
Wednesday, Oct. 1 – Football
• 7th Grade: Away at Sanford Meridian, 5:00 PM
• 8th Grade: At Sanford Meridian following 7th grade game
Thursday, Oct. 2 – Girls Basketball
• 7th Grade: Away at Mt. Pleasant
• 8th Grade: Home vs. Mt. Pleasant
⏰ Games start at 4:30
👏 Great job, Tigers! Let’s keep the momentum going—come out and support our athletes! 🐾
Our Tigers had some exciting games this past week, showing grit, teamwork, and determination! Here are the results:
Girls Basketball 🏀
8th Grade: Defeated Midland Jefferson in overtime, 43–40
8th Grade: Earned another victory over SASA 51-19
7th Grade: Fell to Saginaw Middle, 41–8
7th Grade: Lost to Midland Jefferson 32-24
Football 🏈
7th Grade: Lost a hard-fought battle, 8–0
8th Grade: Came up just short, 21–18
➡️ Both games were very competitive and showcased great effort!
Next Week’s Schedule 📅
Monday, Sept. 29 – Girls Basketball
• 7th Grade: Home vs. White Pine
• 8th Grade: Away at White Pine
⏰ Games start at 4:30
Wednesday, Oct. 1 – Football
• 7th Grade: Away at Sanford Meridian, 5:00 PM
• 8th Grade: At Sanford Meridian following 7th grade game
Thursday, Oct. 2 – Girls Basketball
• 7th Grade: Away at Mt. Pleasant
• 8th Grade: Home vs. Mt. Pleasant
⏰ Games start at 4:30
👏 Great job, Tigers! Let’s keep the momentum going—come out and support our athletes! 🐾
Thompson Middle School Families,
It's been a VERY busy first month of school for our students and staff. Everyone has been up the challenge of making this opening month a huge success!
Please take a minute to look at our ROARING Newsletter for September.
It's been a VERY busy first month of school for our students and staff. Everyone has been up the challenge of making this opening month a huge success!
Please take a minute to look at our ROARING Newsletter for September.
Thompson Middle School Football!
Thompson Middle School Families,
We want to remind you of the wonderful services that are provided by the Great Lakes Bay School Based Health Centers that are available to our families.
Please see the attached flyer that provides detailed information about their services.
Thank you!!
We want to remind you of the wonderful services that are provided by the Great Lakes Bay School Based Health Centers that are available to our families.
Please see the attached flyer that provides detailed information about their services.
Thank you!!
