SMS Jag E-News
February 7, 2021
Hey Jags,
We have a full week ahead of us and we hope that we see each of you at one of our many events this week. From athletic events to course selection night, there is something for everyone, virtual or in person. We have partnered with 9er's Grill in New Territory for another great fundraiser this Thursday, February 11 from 4-8pm, so take a break and enjoy a meal with your family while supporting our PTO and school. We hope everyone is having a fabulous February!
With Jag Pride,
Cholly Oglesby
Principal
Sartartia Middle School
Week at a Glance
Monday 2.8.2021
Cricket Club 5-5:30pm (Join Teams Meeting Here)
High School Academy Applications DUE
Tuesday 2.9.2021
Current 6th & 7th Grade Virtual Course Selection Night 6:00-7:00pm
Wednesday 2.10.2021
Boys Basketball Game vs. Dulles @ SMS 5:15pm
Virtual PTO Meeting (Join Zoom Meeting)
Thursday 2.11.2021
Girls Basketball Game vs. Fort Settlement @ SMS 5:15pm
Spirit Night @ 9ers Grill 4:00-8:00pm
Friday 2.12.2021
Virtual CTE Course Selection Info Night
Term 4 Learning Model Change Request
Fort Bend ISD will open the Learning Model Change Request Form on Thursday, February 4, at 8:00 a.m. for families who are requesting a change for the final grading period of the current school year. Parents or guardians who would like to request a change in their child’s current learning model must complete a learning model change request form in Skyward Family Access by February 11, at 11:59 p.m. The change will be effective for the fourth grading period that begins March 29. This form only needs to be completed if a change is requested. If a student is staying in their current learning model, no action is required.
SMS Cell Phone Policy
Virtual CTE Course Selection Info Night
Please join Ian MacIntyre, Computer Science teacher at Sartartia MS, in a live discussion concerning FBISD High School Computer Science course selection pathways. Any interested families of current 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend.
Date: Friday, 2/12
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Teams link: https://bit.ly/2MCDUpJ
Please visit https://bit.ly/3rifJve if you would like to submit questions for discussion. Thank you!
High School Academy & Program Applications
The application window for the FBISD Academies, P-Tech, ECHS, and Piano Technician are now open. Below you will find each program’s website, a link to a video, and the links to the application. Each program website includes information about the application process and program requirements.
FBISD Academy Application (January 19-February 8, 2021)
FBISD P-TECH and ECHS Application (January 19-February 8, 2021)
Piano Technician Application: HERE (January 19-March 29, 2021)
SMS 2020-21 Yearbook
It's also not too late to buy your yearbook. It has definitely been a memorable year and we are excited for what is to come!
Reminders for Jag Families
Attendance
1. The student is required to attend all classes for every period a class is offered.
2. The student has to respond to roll call when the teacher calls his/her name.
3. The student has to be engaged and participate in class.
4. If the student is having technical issues, missing the classing link, they should email the teacher during the class about the issue.
Ren360 MOY Assessment (Jan 19-Feb 12)
In order to measure student growth in the areas of Reading and Math for the 2020-2021 School year, the Renaissance 360 middle of the year (MOY) assessments will be administered January 19th - February 12th. During this window, FBISD teachers and staff will proctor the administration of the assessment for face-to-face AND online students. A separate notification went to parents on January 17 via email that outlined the REN360 middle of the year (MOY) assessments that are being administered. It is particularly important for parents of online students to read it, as we are relying on you to a degree to ensure it is successful. In the online testing environment, family members/caregivers may only help students get online and log into the test site. Once the test begins, students are NOT permitted to use other people, devices, or any other resources to help them answer test questions. For more information about Star Renaissance 360 Assessments, visit the Renaissance parent webpage.
SMS Morning Tutorials
Daily Wellness Screening
Secondary Student Support Portal
In an effort to enhance our technology support, Fort Bend ISD has given secondary students (Grades 6 - 12) the ability to report application and hardware incidents using the FBISD Support Portal via 1Link. Students will select Student Application Support or Student Hardware Support to request assistance.
Assistant Principals & Counselors
6th Grade
Paul Wells-Assistant Principal
281.634.6331
Kat Friedel-Counselor
katherine.friedel@fortbendisd.com
281.634.6320
7th Grade
Courtney Border-Assistant Principal
courtney.border@fortbendisd.com
281.634.6314
Brandi Goodly-Counselor
281.634.6318
8th Grade
Dr. Sunday Johnson-Associate Principal
sunday.johnson@fortbendisd.com
281.634.6316
Jo Wells-Lead Counselor
281.634.6319
SMS Helpful Resources
Sartartia Middle School
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Email: cholly.oglesby@fortbendisd.com
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Phone: 281-634-6310
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