Taft Middle School

05/29/2026

We honored our community’s veterans at Taft Middle School last week as we moved into Memorial Day weekend. Guests were recognized and inspired by a heartfelt speaker — a meaningful reminder of the sacrifices made for our freedoms.
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Descriptive Text: A collage of polaroid-style photos arranged on a red, white, and blue American flag background. Photos show students speaking at a podium, adults seated in a red-seated auditorium, a group choir performance, and paired student-adult conversations, set in a school auditorium.

05/29/2026

What a thrill! For our annual 7th Grade Science Egg Drop Project, students designed devices to protect an egg from progressively higher falls. 90 devices made it to the final round — and 25 kept their eggs safe from the top drop off a ladder truck with the Crown Point Fire Department (over 100 feet)!

Huge congratulations to all students for an impressive final science project, and a heartfelt thank you to the Crown Point Fire Department for partnering with us again.
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Descriptive Text: A group of approximately 30 middle school students pose in front of a Crown Point fire truck, holding homemade egg-drop containers. Two firefighters stand on the elevated platform above. A second photo shows the truck's extended aerial ladder against a blue sky.

05/29/2026

Robert A. Taft’s mom, First Lady Helen Herron Taft, and the Viscountess Chinda of Japan planted the first two cherry blossom trees in Washington D.C. The date was March 27, 1912. Our 7th graders were inspired and made paintings to celebrate the gift from Japan that we still treasure today!
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Descriptive Text: Collage titled “Cherry Blossom Art” showing middle school students holding painted cherry blossom artwork. Photos include small groups and a large class group posing indoors with canvases featuring pink blossoms, trees, mountains, and landscapes. Backgrounds include classroom walls, school hallways, windows, and art displays.

05/29/2026

Lights, laughs, and lots of memories. Our 8th graders celebrated in style — picture-perfect moments, fun games, and tasty snacks made the afternoon unforgettable. A heartfelt THANK YOU to our parent volunteers, generous donors, and the Taft PTO (shoutout to Mrs. Poulter!) for making it possible.
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Descriptive Text: Collage of photos from an 8th grade celebration event at a school. Students pose in groups in front of a red Taft backdrop with red, white, and silver balloons. Other photos show students seated in a cafeteria, participating in outdoor games, and socializing. A photo frame in the lower corner reads “8th Grade Celebration.”

05/29/2026

Curious about the future? Taft Career Day gave students hands-on time with 45+ professionals from so many fields—sparking imagination, confidence, and big dreams. Huge thanks to all the volunteers who shared their time and passion!
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Descriptive Text: Collage of classroom and auditorium photos from a school career day event. Adults in uniforms and professional clothing speak with students, demonstrate equipment, and lead activities. A central photo labeled “Career Day 2026” shows police officers, a K-9 dog, and tactical gear on a stage. Other photos include healthcare, cosmetology, aviation, firefighting, and park service presentations.

05/24/2026

Ready for heartwarming energy? Our Applied Skills class celebrated Unified Sports Track & Field Day at the high school — laughter, high-fives, and new memories with their Best Buddies everywhere.
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Descriptive Text: Collage of photos from an outdoor school event on a track field. Students and staff wear yellow “Indiana 2026” shirts while sitting on a bus, posing for selfies, relaxing in folding chairs, and participating in activities. One student crawls through a colorful tunnel. Puzzle-piece graphics and illustrated children border the gray background.

05/24/2026

Last week, TMS Chick-fil-A Leader members visited Solon to read to pre-K, kindergarten, and 1st grade classes. After reading, they led an activity about community building and gifted students books.
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Descriptive Text: Collage of classroom photos showing middle school students visiting elementary students. Students sit at tables and on classroom rugs while teens read aloud, hand out materials, and speak to the class. One group photo shows children holding papers. Classrooms contain posters, whiteboards, bookshelves, and colorful decorations.

05/14/2026

2026 Crown Point Bulldogs Summer Boys and Girls Basketball Skills Academy

Build basketball fundamentals this summer with the Crown Point Bulldogs Basketball Skills Academy at Taft Middle School. Sessions are led by CP boys and girls basketball staff members and high school players, with drills focused on skill development, small-sided games, and full-court games. “The training ground for future Bulldogs!”

Dates: June 16, 18, 23, 25, 30; July 2, 14, 16, 21, 23
Location: Taft Middle School
Girls entering 3rd–8th grade: 9:30–10:45 AM
Boys entering 3rd–5th grade: 11:00 AM–12:15 PM
Boys entering 6th–8th grade: 12:30–1:45 PM
Cost: $80 for the entire summer or $10 per session
Bring your own basketball if you have one
Enter through Door 8W by the football field at Taft
Girls registration: https://register.ryzer.com/camp.cfm?id=333407
Boys registration: www.crownpointbasketballcamps.com
Questions or concerns: Brian McClanahan — [email protected]

05/13/2026

Did you miss the Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night? Check out the presentation below for more information!

Check out this Presentation designed by Tracy Seibert.