SMS Weekly Update 04/22-4/26
“Everyone Does Better When Everyone Does Better"
Mission, Vision, Core Values & Smart Goals
SMS Vision Statement:
“Sedgefield will be a premier middle school that produces globally competitive leaders.”
SMS Mission Statement:
“Our Sedgefield faculty is committed to providing rigorous and relevant instruction in a safe and personalized learning environment.”
SMS Core Values:
INTEGRITYSAFETY
EDUCATION
ACCOUNTABILITY
LEADERSHIP
GRIT
RESPONSIBILITY
2018-2019 EOG GOALS
- Reading: 40% GLP
- Math: 35% GLP
- Math 1: 100% GLP
- Science: 70% GLP
2018-2019 Attendance Goals
- Scholar Attendance Rate: 97%
- Faculty Attendance Rate: 95%
Weekly PLC & Meeting Schedule
Monday: Grade Level Planning Meetings During Planning Periods
Tuesday: Grade Level Planning Meetings During Planning Periods
Wednesday: General Staff Meeting in Media Center: 7:45-8:30
Wednesday: Grade Level Team Meetings (EVAAS Roster Verification: Teacher Phase)
Wednesday: Success by Design Leadership Meeting in Media Center (4:30-5:30)
Master Calendar & Upcoming Important Dates
Below are key dates for the next few weeks as well as the link for the
18-19 Master Calendar
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-JhEtxMehiMt8BGpiA61oMyEckHgCts6L0C7L4E542Q/edit?usp=sharing
- April 22: Chromebook collection & audit begins
- April 29: May 3 Spartan Spirit Week
- April 29:May 3 Spring Book Fair
- May 1:Teacher Workday
- May 2-3: Mock EOG (Math)
- May 2: PTO Elections for 2019-20 School Year
- May the 4th be With You!
- May 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week!!
- May 10: 6th & 7th Grade EOY Trip to Wilmington, NC
Chromebook Collection & Audit for EOG Preparation
EVAAS Roster Verification Required
https://ncdpi.sas.com/support/nc/s/main/EVAAS-NC-RV-FAQ.html
Spring Insight Survey Feedback Time
The survey is scheduled to opn on Monday, April 8, 2019 and close on Friday, May 3, 2019. In order to qualify for a report your school must reach a minimum of 40% response rate. Schools that reach an 80% participation by survey close will be entered in a raffle to win one of three staff breakfasts provided by TNTP.
Spartan Spring Spirit Week April 29-May 3
During the week of April 29th – May 3rd, we will celebrate our Spring Spirit Week. Each day, scholars will have an opportunity to show off their school spirit as we celebrate Spartan Spirit Week at Sedgefield. A list of daily spirit events will be shared with scholars by Wednesday of this upcoming week.
Spring Book Fair April 29-May 3
May 1 Designated as Teacher Workday for CMS
April Grant Alert
Attached is the April Grant Alert. Also below is information about the CMS Foundation’s grant that has a new deadline. Enjoy your spring break!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/193jpHr90ctEyxrwUj6aBHZm44vVMoT0B/view?usp=sharing
CMS Foundation’s Social & Emotional Learning Teacher Innovation Grant - The application deadline has been extended to April 26.
This grant program is part of the foundation’s Teacher Innovation Fund and aims to spark innovation and spread effective practices that support students' social and emotional learning needs. All school-based staff are eligible to apply for grants up to $2,500. Apply here. E-mail the CMS Foundation for additional information.
SMS Weekly Sports Update 04/22-04/26
Our spring sports season continues this week. Our boys and girls soccer teams have an away game versus Piedmont Middle on Wednesday. Our girls and boys track teams have their next meet of the season on Thursday at Wilson Middle School.