M 'n M
Mustangs in the Middle: Jan 11, 2019
In This Edition:
- Monday is a WHITE DAY
- Welcome Back!
- PTA Update
- Breaking Barriers & Overcoming Obstacles
- 8th-9th Grade Scheduling
- Speakers Needed: Career Cafe
- Grief Supports at SMS
- Academic Rolls
- School Fees
- Student Email Alerts for Parents
Welcome Back!
We are officially past the halfway point of the school year- content and coursework tend to become a bit more challenging as we move into the second half of the year. Continue to monitor your child's progress and encourage him/her to put their best foot forward and strive to reach their full potential.
Each day, students are encouraged to BE THEIR BEST AT SMS! This is not just a catchy slogan but words to live by as we work to create a positive, thriving atmosphere within these walls of Strongsville Middle School.
Thank you for all that you do as parents to support these efforts.
PTA Update
Happy New Year SMS families!
SMS PTA would like to congratulate Sara Bass, she is our Founders day recipient. Sara is a staple to the community, her diligence with PTA at many of the schools along with her hard work with the athletic club is extraordinary. Sara shines above the rest and she is compassionate in everything she does and it shows. This is an award well deserved.
Congratulations Sara!
Here is the flyer with additional information.
Mustang Roundup: Breaking Barriers & Overcoming Obstacles
We thank Jeff for taking the time to share his experiences and work with our students.
HS Scheduling For Current 8th Graders
Looking for Speakers for the Career Cafe
At the middle school, we believe it is never too early to begin exploring career interests with our students. One way in which we hope to encourage student career exploration is through the SMS Career Cafe. Throughout the school year, we would like to provide opportunities (during Lunch/IE times) for students to meet with speakers from different careers to learn about their occupations.
If you are interested in coming to SMS to speak to students about your career, please take a brief moment to fill out the Career Cafe Volunteer Sign Up form. Speakers need to be available from about 10:00AM-1:00PM. Please fill out this form by December 21st if you are interested. Thank you in advance for helping to inspire our students!
Grief Resources at SMS
School-Based Grief Support Groups
Has your child experienced the death of a loved one? Do you feel like they could benefit from being part of a grief support group at SMS? The school counseling department will be offering grief support groups starting in January. Please click on the following links for additional information and the group permission form.
Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) Program
Attention parents/guardians of 7th girls!!!
Is your daughter interested in participating in a program where she can discuss issues impacting girls, such as body image and friend drama? Could she benefit from becoming more confident, learning to stand up for herself and practicing self-defense strategies? Then encourage her to come learn more about an exciting new program being offered to 7th grade girls...
What: Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) Information Session
When: Tuesday, January 15th during IE time (Seekers & Discoverers 11:00-11:30, Pioneers & Globetrotters 11:30-12:00)
Where: The Auditorium
* Direct any questions to 7th grade school counselor, Katie Gastaldo (email: kgastaldo@scsmustangs.org)
Academic Rolls
School Fees
Email Alerts for Parents
Our school uses Securly to keep students safe on their school-issued devices. As part of the solution, we have given you access to the free SecurlyHOME app. On December 14th, you will receive a “Welcome Email” from Securly, and you will be able to download the App. You’ll also start to receive a weekly email report each Monday containing a sample of your child’s online activity over the previous week.
Here is a letter explaining the app and how to access information. Please note that you will need to activate the account.
- Parent Letter Home
- Securly Support: How do parents sign into the Parent Portal? (website)
- Securly Parent Portal Walk Thru (video)
- Parent Video for SecurlyHome App (video)
Harlem Wizards
Links
SMS Website: Click Here
Academic Rolls: Q2 Academic Roll
PTA Form: PTA Membership Form
Athletic Boosters: https://strongsvilleboosters.membershiptoolkit.com/Join
Important Dates
Jan 25: 2:00 Geography Bee
Jan 31: 7:00 @ SHS Harlem Wizards vs. SCS Staff
Feb 12: 4:00-7:00 Parent Teacher Conferences
Feb 13: 4:00-7:00 Parent Teacher Conferences
Feb 28: 6:00-7:00 5th Grade Parent Night
Strongsville Middle School
Email: sdeitrick@scsmustangs.org
Website: http://www.strongnet.org/Domain/411
Location: 13200 Pearl Road, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: 440.572.7090
Twitter: @smsstangs