Blue Devil Blast

Volume I, Issue 35 - April 29, 2022

April 29 2022 Blue Devil Blast

Dr. Looney's Message

We are nearing the end of the school year, next week is Teacher Appreciation Week. I encourage you to recognize your child's teachers with a note of encouragement or a small thank-you gift. Our teachers work hard.


Also next week is testing. Our students will be testing in 7th and 8th grade Math, and in 8th grade Social Studies next week. Now is the time to make sure that OUR kids are resting each night, eating a good breakfast, and reviewing their notes ahead of each test.


Opportunities to volunteer abound in May. We have a 6th and 7th grade dance, hosted by our PTA and our 8th graders will have a semi-formal event. We need your help for decorating and chaperoning. Please see Ms. Carlson in the Parent Center for more information.


Have a great weekend. Thank you for everything you do.

The Coming Month

The Coming Month

  • May 02 - EOC Algebra I
  • May 03 - EOC Algebra I
  • May 04 - GMAS 7 Math, Section 1
  • May 05 - GMAS 7 Math, Section 2
  • May 06 - GMAS 8 Social Studies, Section 1 & 2*
  • May 06 - 7th Grade Duo-Scene Night (Theatre Arts)
  • May 09 - GMAS 8 Science, Section 1 & 2*; Physical Science
  • May 10 - GMAS 6 Math, Section 1
  • May 11 - GMAS 6 Math, Section 2
  • May 12 - GMAS 8 Math, Section 1
  • May 13 - GMAS 8 Math, Section 2
  • May 13 - End of Year Luau (Dance), 4:30 - 6:30
  • May 16-20 - GMAS Makeup Testing
  • May 20 - 8th Grade Semi-Formal
  • May 23 - 8th Awards Night
  • May 24 - 7th Grade Awards (School Day)
  • May 24 - 6th Grade Awards (School Day)
  • May 25 - Gear Up Awards (School Day)
  • May 25 - Last Day o' School


* GMAS Testing requires 1/2 a day for each section, so days with 2 sections will require the full day to test. Students will test until 4pm.

The Coming Month
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Tomorrow in Gwinnett

USDA Waivers Expire June 30

USDA Waivers Expire June 30

The federal government waiver that provides free meals for every student will end on June 30, so students will resume paying for meals according to the regular, free, or reduced lunch qualifications.


This means that we will need applications for free/reduced lunches next year if you expect to get those prices.


Meal Prices for Next School Year


  • Breakfast - $1.50 (All Grade Levels)
  • Breakfast - $.30 (Reduced)
  • Breakfast - $2.50 (Adults)
  • Milk - $.40

  • Lunch - $2.25 (Elementary)
  • Lunch - $2.50 (Middle / High)
  • Lunch - $.40 (Reduced)
  • Lunch - $3.75 (Adults)
  • Milk - $.40
USDA Waivers Expire June 30

Superintendent's Message

Since August, Gwinnett County Public Schools has been involved in a strategic planning process gathering feedback from our community to inform the development of the district’s new strategic plan. We invite you to watch this latest message from Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts to learn more about this process.


https://publish.gwinnett.k12.ga.us/gcps/home/gcpstv/videos/gcps/oursuper/691405625

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Grade Level News You Can Use

6th Grade

6th Grade

No Georgia Milestones tests this week for 6th grade, but they resume the following week. The schedule is posted in this newsletter.


Help your child prepare. How? Help your child make sure they are getting good food and good rest throughout the testing season. Don't stay up late cramming information, just get rested so your mind will be able to access what you know.


Tell them, "You've got this!" Let them know you believe in them.




Mr. Lenie George

6th Grade Assistant Principal

Lenie.George@gcpsk12.org

770-417-2494


Mrs. Pam Griswell

6th Grade Counselor

Pam.Griswell@gcpsk12.org

770-417-2491

6th Grade
7th Grade

7th Grade

Georgia Milestones tests continue this week on Wednesday & Thursday.


Help your child prepare for it. How? Help your child make sure they are getting good food and good rest throughout the testing season. Don't stay up late cramming information, just get rested so your mind will be able to access what you know.


Tell them, "You've got this!" Let them know you believe in them.



Mr. Stacy James

7th Grade Assistant Principal

stacy.james@gcpsk12.org

770-417-2486


Mrs. Yunilda Valdez

7th Grade Counselor

yunilda.valdez@gcpsk12.org

770-417-2480

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8th Grade

8th Grade

Georgia Milestones tests (GMAS) continue this week on Monday, Tuesday, & Friday.


Help your child prepare for it. How? Help your child make sure they are getting good food and good rest throughout the testing season. Don't stay up late cramming information, just get rested so your mind will be able to access what you know.


It's time to bring 8th grade celebrations monies!

  • $20 for semi-formal
  • $20 for celebration



Mrs. Christy Gray

8th Grade Assistant Principal

Christian.Gray@gcpsk12.org

770-453-2051


Mrs. Robin Blackwell

8th Grade Counselor

Robin.Blackwell@gcpsk12.org

770-417-2487


Mrs. Kimberly Blackshear

Gear Up/ Special Education Counselor

Kimberly.Blackshear@gcpsk12.org

770-797-2960

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Counselor's Corner

Covid 19: Free Surveillance Testing Continues

Families of Norcross Cluster students (attending Norcross HS, Paul Duke STEM HS, Pinckneyville MS, Summerour MS, Baldwin ES, Beaver Ridge ES, Norcross ES, North Metro Academy of Performing Arts, Peachtree ES, Simpson ES, and Stripling ES) who are interested in their child(ren) getting free surveillance testing at Summerour on during school on Thursdays should click on the Student Sign-up link below to register.


Student Sign-up

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Upcoming Assessments

Upcoming Assessments

GMAS (Georgia Milestones)


April 21 - May 13
Upcoming Assessments
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Digital Learners for Testing

Digital Learners Only,

It’s time for Georgia Milestones end of grade tests (a.k.a. GMAS) and for high school credit End of Course tests (EOCs). You are required to test at Summerour on your test dates. You will need to arrive by 9:10 a.m. and report to the Media Center.

Summerour Middle School

Summerour Middle School

Summerour Middle School
OUR Students * OUR School * OUR Community * OUR Future
321 Price Place Northwest, Norcross, GA, USA 770-448-3045 gcpsk12.org/SummerourMS