Akira Toki Middle School

Akira Toki Middle School 🐉 Home of the Toki Dragons
📍 Madison, WI
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Learn • Grow • Thrive

05/29/2026

🌺🧵 A Quilt of Cultures: Many Cultures, One Community 🧵🌺

In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, our students came together during Crew to create this beautiful Hawaiian quilt-inspired display honoring the many cultures that make up our school community. Each square was uniquely designed by a student, representing individuality, creativity, and connection...just like the people who make Toki such a special place.

Hawaiian quilting has a rich cultural history that dates back to the 1800s. Influenced by traditional Hawaiian kapa patterns and introduced quilting techniques from missionaries, Hawaiian quilts became a meaningful art form used to tell stories, honor nature, preserve heritage, and celebrate family and community. Many traditional quilt patterns are inspired by plants, flowers, and symbols important to Hawaiian culture.

Our “Quilt of Cultures” reflects those same values. While every square is different, together they create something stronger and more beautiful...a reminder that our diverse backgrounds, traditions, and experiences unite us as one community. 💙🌏✨

At Toki Middle School, our Asian Cultures Club is creating connection, community, and celebration. 🌏✨Led by 6th grade sc...
05/25/2026

At Toki Middle School, our Asian Cultures Club is creating connection, community, and celebration. 🌏✨

Led by 6th grade science teacher Ms. So, the MSCR-Madison School & Community Recreation club gives students a space to feel seen, represented, and proud of their cultures while also learning about the many traditions, histories, and experiences across Asia.

“I started it to create a space for Asian students to feel centered and represented which is my favorite thing, and also being able to provide ways for students to learn and talk about different cultures while having fun. I also learn a lot from the research I do for each activity.” — Ms. So

From hands-on activities to cultural discussions and celebrations, students are building understanding, friendship, and pride while having fun together. 💛

✨ Opening night was a success! ✨Our first performance of Beauty and the Beast last night was absolutely magical. From th...
05/22/2026

✨ Opening night was a success! ✨

Our first performance of Beauty and the Beast last night was absolutely magical. From the incredible cast on stage to the hardworking crew behind the scenes, we are so proud of everyone who helped bring this production to life. Seeing the audience laughing, cheering, and enjoying the show made all the hard work worth it!

We’re sharing some special moments from the evening — including photos of the cast, crew, audience, and our signed program filled with signatures and memories from the people who made this show possible. 💙🌹

Missed opening night? There are still TWO performances left! Come be our guest and experience the magic for yourself. We would love to see you there!

📅 Remaining Performances:
• Tonight at 7:00 PM
• Saturday at 2:00 PM

We checked off the boxes and made mental health a priority! 💚🧠For May we have engaged in mindfulness activities on Monda...
05/21/2026

We checked off the boxes and made mental health a priority! 💚🧠

For May we have engaged in mindfulness activities on Mondays, Wellness tips/tricks on Wednesdays and activities like spreading kindness, practicing self-care, and connecting with others.

As part of our Mental Health Bingo challenge. Everyone who participated earned a bonus self care prize! 🌟

05/21/2026

3...2...1...action! 🎬

The stage is set, the costumes are ready, and our cast and crew are bringing the magic of Beauty and the Beast to life.

From the music to the props to the incredible performances, the hard work and talent of our students is shining on stage. 🌹✨

“Be our guest…” 🌹✨The stage is set, the costumes are ready, and the magic is beginning backstage at Beauty and the Beast...
05/19/2026

“Be our guest…” 🌹✨

The stage is set, the costumes are ready, and the magic is beginning backstage at Beauty and the Beast! From getting mic’d up and organizing props to those final pre-show moments waiting in the wings, our cast and crew are hard at work preparing for their first dress rehearsal.

It takes an entire team to bring a story like this to life, and these students are putting their hearts into every detail. We can’t wait for our community to see all of their hard work on stage! 🎭

Performance Dates:
Thursday, May 21st at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 22nd at 7:00 PM
️Saturday, May 23rd at 2:00 PM

Break a leg, Dragons! 🐉💛

“Thank you, please stand by…” 🎭✨Our Drama Club stage crew has been hard at work behind the scenes, preparing for Tech We...
05/17/2026

“Thank you, please stand by…” 🎭✨

Our Drama Club stage crew has been hard at work behind the scenes, preparing for Tech Week for this year’s production of Beauty and the Beast! 🌹

From lighting and sound to set changes and backstage coordination, these students help bring the magic to life.

Join us for the performances at Toki:
📅 Thursday, May 21 & Friday, May 22 at 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday, May 23 at 2:00 PM

We are so proud of all the students, staff, and volunteers who have dedicated so much time and energy to this production. We hope to see you there!

05/17/2026

💚 This Wednesday, May 20th, we’re turning Toki GREEN for Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚

Students and staff are encouraged to wear green to help raise awareness about mental health and show support for one another.

Mental wellness matters every day, and small acts of kindness and connection help build a stronger community for everyone.

05/15/2026

Mental health matters every month, but during Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to take a moment to hear directly from the adults who help make our Toki community strong every day. 💚

In this Toki Talks special, Toki staff members share the small things they do to support their own mental health along with strategies they recommend for students, families, and each other.🌿

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5606 Russett Road
Madison, WI
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