SCMS Weekly Newsletter(Website)
Week of November 2-November 6
Dear SCMS parents/guardians
This is Dr. Awkard with your weekly update. It was another great week for our students. This week marks the last week of Quarter 1. We strongly encourage all students to take advantage of the virtual check-ins on Monday, November 2. If students are not performing successfully in their classes, we expect students to attend the virtual check-ins so they receive additional support and an opportunity to finish the quarter strong.
As we end Quarter 1, we want to hear from our parents/guardians to enhance the virtual learning experience. We ask that you please fill out the survey below. We would like to capture your voice as we continue to make adjustments to maximize learning for all. Let's make it another great week Huskies!
Weekly Assignment at a Glance
Adjusted Schedule: Week of November 2-November 6
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Lnu2Jcq13mxHYcLyJT1LyCStWt1H3HIGM-3JnJmX5d8/edit
MCPS Instructional Calendar Updates
MCPS has modified the Instructional Calendar. The Board of Education voted to add a professional day for teachers on November 4 and to shift early release days from Nov. 11 & Nov. 12 to Nov. 23 & Nov. 24.
Some recent MCPS updates to the schedule:
- Monday, Nov. 2 is a virtual check-in day for students.
- Wednesday, Nov. 25 is a virtual check-in day for students
We have adjusted our schedule, accordingly. Please see adjusted schedules.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Lnu2Jcq13mxHYcLyJT1LyCStWt1H3HIGM-3JnJmX5d8/edit
Parent/Guardian Survey on Virtual Learning
If you have more than one child at Silver Creek, you can submit the survey more than once. Thank you for your continued support!
Please click SURVEY
High School Regional/Countywide Application for 8th grade students ONLY
This week is the final week of the High School Regional/Countywide Application Process. Your child has numerous options available for next year. Information can be found on this website: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/specialprograms/high/ , including:
- List of high school programs and videos.
- ParentVUE Support Guide and video
- Example Application
- High School Special Program Frequently Asked Questions
To access your application: https://md-mcps-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_Login_Parent.aspx?regenerateSessionId=True
If you need assistance accessing your ParentVue account or updating your address, please contact your child's counselor:
Ms. Jessica Gottlieb (A-J) at Jessica_M_Gottlieb@mcpsmd.org or Ms. Susan Levine (K-Z) at Susan_A_Levine@mcpsmd.org
Any questions, please email Mrs. Heidler, 8th grade administrator at Kimberly_P_Heidler@mcpsmd.org.
The deadline for the application is Friday, November 6, 2020.
Please see Registration Tips.
*Once your child finishes his/her application for the high school program, please email his or her counselor.
Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences
SGA ELECTED OFFICERS & REPRESENTATIVES
Congratulations to our SGA Elected Officers for SY 2020-2021
SGA President: Natalia Fleischmann (Grade 8)
SGA Vice President: Frances Doyle (Grade 8)
SGA Communications Chair: Eleham Salo (Grade 7)
8th Grade Class President: Alyssa Wiener
8th Grade Class Representative: Quinn Murray
7th Grade Class President: Julianne Frahm
7th Grade Class Representative: Coco Murray
6th Grade Class President: Jonah Waranch
6th Grade Class Representative: Spencer Hardwick
6th Grade Class Representative: Ella Kirsch
HUSKY DRAMA
Our winter Drama Production Snow Angel by David Lindsay-Abaire is coming soon!
The performances will take place on: Friday, December 4th and Saturday, December 5th both performances will be virtual beginning at 7pm. Tickets are free but reservations are required. There will be a reservation form on the Husky Drama website and then a link to the performances will be sent prior to the performances via email.
We hope you all can join this very exciting event and see the amazing talent of our students.
Virtual Library Media Center
Return of Library Media Center Books
Want to learn more about SSL Hours?
Please check out our SSL website for more information.
The Library Media Center is calling all artists, designers, creatives, and tech experts. Earn SSL hours by creating promotional materials that celebrate a love of reading, inquiry learning, and great books. We're looking for videos, slideshows, digital posters, hyperslides, and other creative media. See our flyer HERE. Contact Ms. Diskin at Trayce_Diskin@mcpsmd.org for more information.
Yearbook Sales
We are excited to announce that we will be selling the Silver Creek Middle School Yearbook this school year. Although school is a little different this year, let’s capture these middle school moments by purchasing a yearbook! To take advantage of the low price, go to yearbookforever.com to purchase the yearbook today! Prices will go up December 1, 2020.
We will use YOUR photos for the yearbook. Check out how to submit your photos for the 2020-2021 yearbook.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qkA9olGJNKHLGFgJ8DKywMDYIlrnSCChDgmP3jRb5QI/edit
Questions about the yearbook, please contact Ms. Jordan at: Cassandra-lee_E_Jordan@mcpsmd.org
Middle School Interscholastic Athletics Program
The MS Interscholastic Athletics Program is available for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and consists of three virtual sport seasons, including fall (cross country and softball), winter (basketball), and spring (soccer). The winter virtual season has already begun and will end November 19, 2020. The schedule occurs on Tuesdays and Thursdays for boys and Tuesdays and Wednesdays for girls.
If you have questions, please contact the Athletic Coordinator, Mr. Bingaman at ryan_h_bingaman@mcpsmd.org.
Election Resources
MAP Report/Scores Update
MCPS has shared that information related to MAP scores/report will be available in ParentVue in early November.
We will be providing parents/guardians information related to their child's score via email this week. This information will be sent to families on Wednesday, November 4.
Husky Huddle Lessons
STEM EXPLORATION CONFERENCE: 6TH GRADE GIRLS
Montgomery College is holding its 24th annual Sonya Kovalevsky Day, a free one day STEM Explorations conference for Montgomery County 6th grade girls on Saturday November 14, 2020 virtually through Zoom.
The first sixty 6th grade girls from Montgomery County that register are guaranteed seats.
The day consists of a keynote speech and two interactive virtual shows by the MadScience of Washington DC. For more information please visit the website: https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/academics/stem/k-12/sonya-kovalevsky-program.html
Questions may be directed to skprogram@montgomerycollege.edu.
Holiday Giving Project of Montgomery County
The Holiday Giving Project (HGP) of Montgomery County has provided Thanksgiving meals and December holiday assistance to low‐income households for over 30 years. Please read the information here.
To be referred for assistance, you must fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/T4HGiXQFSh6zf6Fr7 By Friday October 30 for Thanksgiving and December. If you need assistance for December ONLY please fill out by November 18.
PARENT RESOURCES
Save the Date: November 12 at 8:15AM-9:00AM
Thursday Tea Time with Dr. Awkard. Come join us to hear more about the options for Accelerated and Enriched Instruction at Silver Creek. You will hear from our Accelerated and Enriched Instructional Coordinators, Ms. Renee Hill and Mr. David Alhadeff.
Topic: Thursday Tea
Join Zoom Meeting
https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/83171130266?pwd=Z2ZDaE9sVVU3c25pYmI0QVJvWU56Zz09
Meeting ID: 831 7113 0266
Passcode: Tea
One tap mobile
+13017158592
Counseling Resources
Exciting News! This week, November 5, please check out Ms. Levine, our Resource Counselor, who will serve as a panelist for Imagination Stage who will discuss: COVID and Mental Health of our youth. Please RSVP here.
Please check out the Counseling Website periodically for upcoming parent drop in sessions that focus on providing academic, social and emotional support strategies/practices for parents during virtual learning.
https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/scmsmcpscounseling/parent-resources
Parent Resource Handbook
Please locate the parent handbook on our website. All the information you need is located here for your convenience.
https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/silver-creek-parent-handbook/home
Parent Meeting on Closing the Opportunity Gap
While many of our students achieve at the highest levels, not all have had access, opportunities and resources needed to meet their full potential. We are committed to addressing disparities in student outcomes by closing gaps in opportunity and achievement for all students. Grades 6-8 students and their families are invited to join us virtually on Monday, November 2, 2020 from 7:00-8:30 pm.
Please see flyer:
English: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X6jKwMGIcfCgGCkpRs420Qhc8f-bjoXOsCdufEL277c/edit
Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1joc8j6bwDsEk_dVtzPp0SBYfVDlbVZ4xMRf6gf0AaPs/edit
Free and Reduced Meals Application Process
Free and Reduced Meals (FARMs).
The online application is now open for parents/guardians to complete and submit the 2020-2021 application for Free and Reduced Meals. https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/silvercreekms/news-index/farms/
Wear Silver Creek School Colors on Fridays
Important Dates to Remember & Coming Attractions
November 3- Holiday. Schools and Offices Closed
November 4- No School for students
November 6- End of Marking Period 1
November 23&24- Early release days for students (Parent/Teacher Conferences- information will be coming soon).
November 25- Early release day
November 26&27- Holiday. Schools and Offices Closed
November 30-December 4- Virtual Outdoor Education for 6th grade students. Information will be coming soon.
Student Absence
If a student is going to be absent, the parent/guardian is asked to call the attendance line at 240-740-2201 in the morning of the absence. In your message, please include the information listed below:
1. Parent/Guardian name
2. Full name of your student (First & Last); student ID#
3. Date(s)of absence
4. Reason for absence
You can also email Ms. Rachel Distelhorst, attendance secretary, at Rachel_Distelhorst@mcpsmd.org.
Also, please use this form to document excused absences from live virtual lessons. The form must be completed for each day of absence from a live virtual lesson.
Important Contacts
https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/silvercreekms/staff/directory/
Silver Creek Middle School
Acting Principal: Dr. Tiffany Awkard
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kimberly Heidler
Acting Assistant Principal: Mr. David O'Shell
School Hours: 8:15 am-3:45 pm
Main Office: 240-740-2200
Registration & Counseling: 240-740-2211
Attendance Line: 240-740-2201
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/silvercreekms/
Location: 3701 Saul Road, Kensington, MD, USA
Phone: 240 740 2200
Twitter: @SCMSDrAwkard