Midwest City Middle School

💻✨ Women’s History Month – Person(s) of the Day: The ENIAC Programmers ✨💻 Meet the ENIAC Programmers—six brilliant women who pioneered modern computing! 👩‍💻🔬 During World War II, when the U.S. military needed to speed up complex calculations for artillery ballistics, they turned to a group of women to program the world’s first general-purpose computer, the ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer). Kathleen McNulty, Jean Jennings Bartik, Frances “Betty” Snyder Holberton, Marlyn Wescoff Meltzer, Ruth Lichterman Teitelbaum, and Frances Bilas Spence were the original programmers of ENIAC, yet their contributions went largely unrecognized for decades. These women had no manuals or programming languages—because none existed yet! They had to figure out how to make this massive machine work from scratch, creating the foundation for programming as we know it today. Though often left out of early computing history, their work paved the way for modern software development and the entire field of computer science. Today, we celebrate these hidden figures whose genius helped shape the digital world! #WomensHistoryMonth #ENIACProgrammers #HiddenFigures #WomenInSTEM #PioneersOfComputing

🎉✨ Spring Fling Update! ✨🎉 Great news, Bombers! Ticket sales for the Spring Fling have been extended through grade-level lunches tomorrow! 🎟️🎶 Students must bring their money with them in the morning when they arrive at school to ensure they have it before their lunch period. Please note: Money cannot be dropped off for students in the main office. Don’t miss out on the fun—get your tickets tomorrow! 💃🕺 #SpringFling #MCMSBombers

🌸✨ Women’s History Month – Person of the Day: Sarojini Naidu ✨🌸 Meet Sarojini Naidu (1879–1949), the “Nightingale of India” 🎶🇮🇳—a poet, freedom fighter, and trailblazing politician who played a key role in India’s struggle for independence! Sarojini was a gifted writer whose poetry, infused with themes of patriotism and social justice, earned her national recognition. But she wasn’t just a poet—she was a fierce activist and leader in the Indian independence movement, working closely with Mahatma Gandhi and advocating for women’s rights and civil liberties. In 1925, she became the first woman to lead the Indian National Congress, and later, in 1947, she made history as the first woman to serve as a governor in independent India. Her voice—both in poetry and politics—helped inspire a nation to fight for freedom. Sarojini Naidu’s legacy reminds us of the power of words and action. Let’s celebrate her fearless spirit and lasting impact! https://youtu.be/57suGukaneM ✊📖 #WomensHistoryMonth #SarojiniNaidu #NightingaleOfIndia #FreedomFighter #PoetAndLeader

🔬✨ Women’s History Month – Person of the Day: Ada Lovelace ✨🔬 Meet Ada Lovelace (1815–1852), a visionary mathematician and writer who is widely recognized as the world's first computer programmer! 💻📜 The daughter of poet Lord Byron, Ada had a brilliant mind for mathematics. She worked with inventor Charles Babbage on his design for the Analytical Engine, an early mechanical computer. While Babbage focused on the machine’s design, Ada took it a step further—she wrote detailed notes explaining how the machine could follow a sequence of instructions to perform calculations. This was the first-ever algorithm written for a computer, earning her the title of the mother of programming! Ada’s work laid the foundation for the technology we use today. She envisioned computers as more than just calculators, predicting they could one day create music, art, and more—ideas that were far ahead of her time. Let’s celebrate Ada Lovelace, a true pioneer who helped shape the digital world! 🌍💡Follow the link to learn more! https://youtu.be/A55YX5Gve3U #WomensHistoryMonth #AdaLovelace #FirstProgrammer #STEM

🌟 Women’s History Month: Person of the Day 🌟 Today, we honor Buffalo Calf Road Woman (c. 1850–1879), a fierce and courageous Cheyenne warrior known for her bravery in battle. She played a crucial role in the Battle of the Rosebud in 1876, where she rescued her wounded brother, Chief Comes in Sight, from the battlefield—an act of heroism that turned the tide in favor of the Cheyenne. She is also believed to have struck the final blow against General George Custer at the Battle of Little Bighorn, helping to secure a historic victory for the Cheyenne, Lakota, and Arapaho warriors defending their land and way of life. Buffalo Calf Road Woman’s legacy is one of strength, resilience, and fearless leadership in the face of adversity. Her story reminds us of the powerful role Indigenous women played in history—not only as caretakers but also as warriors and protectors of their people. 💛 Let’s honor her courage and strength! #WomensHistoryMonth #BuffaloCalfRoadWoman #CheyenneWarrior #IndigenousHistory

🌱🌻 MCMS Garden Volunteers Needed! 🌻🌱 We're building our first-ever MCMS Garden, and we need YOUR help to make it a reality! If you're handy, love gardening, or just want to lend a hand, we'd love to have you on board. 📩 Contact: Keia Alexander 📧 Email: mikeia.alexander@mid-del.net Let's grow something amazing together! 🌿✨ #MCMSGarden #GreenThumbsWanted #CommunityBuilding

🌟 Women’s History Month: Person of the Day 🌟 Today, we celebrate Sanora Babb (1907–2005), a pioneering writer and journalist whose powerful storytelling shed light on the struggles of migrant workers during the Dust Bowl and Great Depression. Born in Oklahoma and raised in Kansas and Colorado, Babb worked as a relief worker in California’s migrant camps, documenting the harsh realities faced by displaced families. Her detailed field notes captured the voices of struggling migrants, and these same notes were later used by John Steinbeck as research for The Grapes of Wrath. Unfortunately, when Steinbeck’s novel was published first, Babb’s own novel, Whose Names Are Unknown, was shelved by publishers for decades—finally seeing the light of day in 2004 to critical acclaim. Despite this setback, Babb continued to write and advocate for social justice, proving that perseverance and truth-telling matter, even when recognition is delayed. 📖 Let’s honor Sanora Babb’s legacy and the stories she fought to tell! #WomensHistoryMonth #SanoraBabb #DustBowlStories #WhoseNamesAreUnknown #WomenInLiterature

📢 MCMS Upcoming Events! 🎉 🚨 Spring Fling Dance – Friday, 3/14 🚨 Tickets sales start on Wednesday! Don’t miss out on a fun night with music, dancing, and friends! 💃🕺 📝 Women’s History Month Writing Contest 📝 Show off your writing skills and celebrate inspiring women in history! Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place—get those essays in! 🧥 Lost & Found Cleanup – Friday! 🧥 Our lost and found is overflowing! If you’re missing a jacket, water bottle, or anything else, check the table in the cafeteria before Friday—everything left will be donated! Let’s finish the week strong, Bombers! 💛🖤 #MCMSEvents #SpringFling #WriteYourStory

Women’s History Month: Person of the Day – Dr. Annie Dodge Wauneka 🌿📖 Annie Dodge Wauneka (1910–1997) was a trailblazing advocate for public health and the first woman elected to the Navajo Tribal Council. A lifelong champion for her people, she dedicated her life to improving healthcare, sanitation, and education within the Navajo Nation. After witnessing the devastating impact of tuberculosis in her community, Wauneka worked tirelessly to spread awareness, educate families, and push for better medical care. She even wrote a Navajo-English medical dictionary to help bridge communication gaps between doctors and patients. Her leadership led to groundbreaking advancements in disease prevention, maternal care, and nutrition for the Navajo people. For her incredible contributions, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1963. Annie Dodge Wauneka’s legacy reminds us that knowledge, determination, and compassion can change lives. 🌟 #WomensHistoryMonth #PersonOfTheDay #AnnieDodgeWauneka #NavajoLeader #PublicHealthHero

Women’s History Month: Person of the Day – The Soldaderas Today, we honor the Soldaderas, the brave women who played a vital role in the Mexican Revolution (1910–1920). 🇲🇽💪 Also known as Adelitas, these women were more than just camp followers—they were warriors, spies, nurses, and revolutionaries who fought alongside men in battle. Some disguised themselves as men to serve as soldiers, while others openly took up arms, leading troops and strategizing attacks. Their courage and sacrifice helped shape the fight for justice and change in Mexico. Despite facing immense challenges, the Soldaderas proved that women belonged in the fight for freedom and equality. Their legacy lives on as a symbol of strength, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of women throughout history. #WomensHistoryMonth #PersonOfTheDay #Soldaderas #Adelitas #FearlessWomen

📚✍️ Women’s History Month Essay Writing Contest! ✍️📚 We’re celebrating Women’s History Month with a writing contest, and we want to hear from YOU! 🌟 Writing Prompt: Think about a woman in history who has inspired you, whether through her achievements, courage, or strength. Write about why you admire her and how her story has impacted your life. What lessons can you learn from her experiences, and how might you apply them to your own life? Consider how her journey might inspire you to face your own challenges. Event Rules: 📝 Open to all students in grades 6–8 📝 Essays must be original and written by the student 📝 Adhere to the theme listed above 📝 Judging criteria: originality, clarity, structure, and adherence to the theme 📝 Essays must not exceed 800 words 📝 Submissions Due: Monday, March 24 at 3:20 pm 📝 Submit via Google Doc to sbaskin@mid-del.net Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! For More Information: Contact Ms. Baskin at sbaskin@mid-del.net Get writing, and let's honor the incredible women who have shaped history! 💪👩🏽‍🏫 #WomensHistoryMonth #WritingContest #Inspiration #EssayChallenge

🎉 Spring Fling School Dance! 🎉 Get ready, MCMS! It’s time to dance the night away at our Spring Fling School Dance! 💃🕺 📅 Friday, March 14 ⏰ 6:00 - 8:00 PM 📍 MCMS Main Gym 🎟️ Tickets: $5 (On sale starting March 12th) ✨ Hosted by: Poetry and Chill ✨ Presented by: MCMS StuCo This event is open to all MCMS students—no grade requirement! However, to attend, you must: ✅ Have no suspensions this school year ✅ Be wearing your school ID badge and lanyard Let’s make it a night to remember! 🌟 🎶 Grab your friends and come ready to dance! For more information, contact: 📩 Ms. Baskin – sbaskin@mid-del.net 📩 Mr. Middlebrook – dmiddlebrook@mid-del.net #MCMSDance #SpringFling #MCMSBomberPride #DanceTheNightAway

🌟 Black History Month Person of the Day: Mary Seacole 🌟 Today, we’re spotlighting Mary Seacole, a Jamaican-born nurse, entrepreneur, and fearless humanitarian who made a lasting impact on the world of medicine! 🏥✨ Born in 1805, Mary Seacole was denied the opportunity to serve as a nurse with Florence Nightingale during the Crimean War due to racial discrimination. But that didn’t stop her! She traveled on her own to the war front, where she set up the "British Hotel," a place where wounded and sick soldiers could receive care, food, and comfort. 🏡💙 Her medical skills, bravery under fire, and deep compassion for others earned her the respect and admiration of many soldiers, who called her “Mother Seacole.” Despite her incredible contributions, her story was often overshadowed—until recent years, when her legacy as a pioneering nurse and advocate for healthcare equality was finally recognized. 💡 Fun Fact: Mary Seacole wrote an autobiography, The Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands, making her one of the first Black women to publish a memoir! 📖 Her resilience, courage, and dedication continue to inspire people around the world. 🌎💜 Follow the link to learn more! https://youtu.be/iM8HkJDasTs #BlackHistoryMonth #MarySeacole #Trailblazer #WomenInHistory #HealthcareHero

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Maggie Lena Walker – A Trailblazer in Banking & Business 💰✨ Meet Maggie Lena Walker, the first African American woman to own and operate a bank in the United States! 🏦 Born in 1864, she dedicated her life to empowering Black communities through economic independence and education. As the leader of the Independent Order of St. Luke, a mutual aid society, she founded the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank in 1903, giving Black individuals and businesses access to financial services at a time when segregation limited their opportunities. She later merged it with other banks, ensuring stability during the Great Depression. Walker was more than a banker—she was a teacher, entrepreneur, and activist who tirelessly worked to uplift others. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of women and African Americans in finance and beyond! 💪🏾💡 Follow the link to learn more! oeta.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/maggie-lena-walker-video/making-black-america-through-the-grapevine/?student=true&focus=true #WomensHistoryMonth #MaggieLenaWalker #BlackExcellence #BankingTrailblazer #WomenInBusiness

Women’s History Month Spotlight: The 588th Night Bomber Regiment – The "Night Witches" ✈️🔥 During World War II, an all-female squadron of Soviet pilots struck fear into the hearts of the enemy. Known as the 588th Night Bomber Regiment, these fearless women flew stealthy nighttime bombing raids against German forces. The Nazis were so terrified of them that they gave them the nickname "Night Witches." Flying outdated, open-cockpit biplanes, these women braved freezing temperatures, gunfire, and dangerous missions—often turning off their engines to glide silently before dropping bombs. Despite the odds, they completed over 30,000 missions and became some of the most highly decorated pilots of the war. The 588th Regiment is a powerful reminder that women have always had the strength, skill, and courage to shape history. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate their legacy and honor the incredible contributions of women in aviation and beyond! 🚀✨ Follow the link to learn more! https://youtu.be/_viwvpx0dqg #WomensHistoryMonth #NightWitches #FearlessWomen #AviationHistory

🚀 Black History Month Person of the Day: Marian Croak 🎉 Did you know that every time you make a call over the internet, you’re using technology pioneered by Marian Croak? 💻📞 Marian Croak is a trailblazing engineer with over 200 patents, and she played a key role in developing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)—the technology that allows us to make phone calls over the internet instead of traditional phone lines! 📡🔊 Her innovations have shaped everything from online video calls to text-based fundraising (like donating to charities via text message 📲❤️). In 2021, she became one of the first Black women inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for her groundbreaking contributions to technology. Follow the link to learn more! https://youtu.be/W4Y898xDiwE Marian Croak’s work proves that Black history is innovation, progress, and shaping the future. 🌍✨ #BlackHistoryMonth #PersonOfTheDay #MarianCroak #Innovation #TechPioneer #WomenInSTEM #HistoryMakers

🎭✨ Black History Month Person of the Day: Alvin Ailey ✨🎭 Today, we celebrate Alvin Ailey, a groundbreaking dancer, choreographer, and visionary who changed the world of dance forever! 💃🏾🕺🏾 Born in 1931, Ailey founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, a company dedicated to showcasing the beauty and power of African American culture through dance. His most famous work, "Revelations," is one of the most performed ballets in the world, blending gospel, blues, and spirituals into a breathtaking masterpiece. Ailey believed that “dance came from the people and should always be delivered back to the people.” His legacy lives on, inspiring dancers and artists across the globe. 🌍💫 Follow the link to learn more! https://youtu.be/7EvP0On5S14?si=ekXjqzklViz3suAl #BlackHistoryMonth #AlvinAiley #DanceLegend #CulturalIcon

✅ We had an amazing turnout for conferences on Tuesday, and we’re ready to bring that same energy tomorrow! 📅 Thursday, Feb. 27 🕓 Conferences: 4PM - 6PM 🛍️ Bomber Marketplace: 6PM - 8PM Come grab something delicious from Psycho Taco or Tasty Freeze, then head inside to meet the OKC Lady Force Football team and check out over 30 amazing booths at our Marketplace! 🎉 🏀 Games in the gym 🎟 Door prize tickets 🚪 Enter through the main doors—we’ll be following game day entry procedures. We can’t wait to see you there! ✈️💛🖤 #BomberPride #BomberMarketplace

🌟 Black History Month Person of the Day: Josephine Baker 🌟 More than just a world-famous entertainer, Josephine Baker (1906–1975) was a trailblazer, civil rights activist, and war hero. 🌟💃 Born in St. Louis, Baker rose to fame in the 1920s as a dancer, singer, and actress, captivating audiences in Paris with her unique style and talent. She became the first Black woman to star in a major motion picture, Siren of the Tropics (1927). 🎬✨ But Baker’s impact went far beyond the stage. During World War II, she worked as a spy for the French Resistance, using her celebrity status to pass on secret messages hidden in her sheet music and costumes. After the war, she was awarded the prestigious Croix de Guerre and the Legion of Honor by the French government. 🇫🇷🎖️ Back in the United States, Baker refused to perform for segregated audiences and became a prominent voice in the civil rights movement. In 1963, she was the only official female speaker at the historic March on Washington, standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ✊🏾🕊️ Josephine Baker’s life was a testament to courage, resilience, and the power of using one’s platform for change. ❤️ Learn more about her incredible story here: https://youtu.be/elkZnApOeUQ?si=2D2J_tbamsx6USEe #BlackHistoryMonth #PersonOfTheDay #JosephineBaker #Trailblazer #CivilRightsHero

📢 Attention 6th Grade Families! 📢 Today, 6th graders will be bringing home important papers to select their classes for next year, along with information about the Tdap vaccine. 💉 ⚠️ Reminder: All students must have received their Tdap vaccine before starting 7th grade. Be sure to check those backpacks and review the information together! ✅ If you have any questions, reach out to the school. 📩 #MCMS #PlanForNextYear #TdapRequired