Shiloh MS Weekly

March 17, 2023

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The Educational Effectiveness Surveys for Families Closes March 19

Each year, to help improve our schools, Gwinnett County Public Schools collects feedback from our families, students, and staff members about their school experience. This year, the school district is again giving Educational Effectiveness Surveys (EES) to get feedback on nine characteristics of high-performing schools. Students and staff have already had the opportunity to respond to the EES.


Families, it is your turn to provide feedback about your experience with Gwinnett County Public Schools. The EES Family Survey is available from February 28 through March 19. We have extended the deadline!


Please respond by clicking here.


Thank you in advance for taking the time to provide your feedback.

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This is a time that you can have an open conversation with the principal.

Saturdays from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

April 15

May 6


We will meet in the Media Center.

Submit feedback to the Principal

Click on the button to submit feedback to our Principal Mr. Bess. Please include contact information, and he will reach back out to schedule a time to meet/discuss any and all concerns and constructive feedback.

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Parent Portal/ParentVUE

Do you need help setting up or accessing your ParentPortal or ParentVUE app? Our Parent Liasion is here to help.

Please contact Dr. Shirleta Lawrence for support. shirleta.lawrence@gcpsk12.org

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Monday, March 20

  • A Day Connections
  • News Crew 8:15 - 9:20 am
  • Mindfulness Mondays 8:15 - 8:50 am
  • Book Fair 9:20 am - 3:45 pm
  • Dance Team Practice 4:30 pm
  • Track Practice 4:45 - 6:30 pm


Tuesday, March 21

  • B Day Connections
  • JLC Drill Team Practice 7:30 am - 8:30 am
  • DECA 8:00 am - 8:45 am
  • News Crew 8:15 - 9:20 am
  • Book Fair 9:20 am - 3:45 pm
  • Dance Team Practice 4:30 pm
  • Debate Team 4:30 - 6:00 pm
  • Jazz Band 4:45 - 5:45 pm
  • Track Practice 4:45 - 6:30 pm
  • Shiloh Cluster Family Night at the ISC 437 Old Peachtree Rd NW, Suwanee, GA 30024


Wednesday, March 22

  • A Day Connections
  • Wellness Wednesdays 7:30am - 8:15 am
  • Wednesday Help Day 8:15 am - 8:45 am
  • News Crew 8:15 - 9:20 am
  • Book Fair 9:20 am - 3:45 pm
  • Reader's Rally 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Student Council 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Track Practice 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm


Thursday, March 23

  • B Day Connections
  • JLC Drill Team Practice 7:30 am - 8:30 am
  • Campus Life 8:15 am - 9:10 am
  • News Crew 8:15 am - 9:20 am
  • Book Fair 9:20 am - 3:45 pm
  • Spanish Club 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • French Club 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Track Practice 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm
  • English Language Learner's Meeting 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm


Friday, March 24

  • B Day Connections
  • News Crew 8:15 am - 9:20 am
  • Book Fair 9:20 am - 3:45 am
  • Track Practice 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm
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March Events

  • 3/16 - 3/24 - Book Fair 9:20 AM
  • 3/21 - Shiloh Cluster at the ISC 437 Old Peachtree Rd NW Suwanee, GA 30024
  • 3/23 - English Language Learners Parent Night 6:00 - 7:00 PM
  • 3/30 - Jr. Beta Induction Ceremony 6:00 - 7:00 PM
  • 4/3 - 4/7 - Spring Break
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Mr. McKinney's 8th grade students are collaborating as they solve a class challenge.

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Congratulations to Mrs. Hillard's Class at the Special Olympics!!

Congratulations to Mrs. Hillard's Class at the Special Olympics!!

On March 8th, the students competed in soccer and received the following awards:


First place winners: Dixiannah Adams, Alexis Black, Miracle James.

Third place winners: Arsema Eyoel, Timmy Brown.



Let's give a round of applause to our students and Mrs. Hillard's class!

Congratulations to Mrs. Hillard's Class at the Special Olympics!!

Artwork from some of our Shiloh students is on display at the GCPS Instructional Support Center (ISC).

The Shiloh Cluster Family Night is March 21 at the ISC.

437 Old Peachtree Rd NW, Suwanee, GA 30024
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The Book Mobile 5k is less that 2 months away!

The Book Mobile 5k is less that 2 months away!

The 5K is our only fundraiser of the year to put new books into kids' hands! Let’s top last year’s number of 766 registrations and make this an even greater day to support literacy!


The Book Mobile 5K will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the ISC.

Early bird registration is only $25 until April 1, 2023.

Register at bookmobile5k.com and get the awesome in the picture!


Click here to read a Book Mobile fact sheet.


If you aren't able to do the 5K and would like to make a donation to the Book Mobile program with a credit or debit card, follow these steps on the GCPS Foundation page:




  • Use this link to get started
  • Select or type the amount as a one-time gift to the Book Mobile fund
  • A $100 donation gets your name or an honoree listed on the back of the race day t-shirt.
  • Complete the billing and payment information
  • You will receive a confirmation letter from the GCPS Foundation in the mail.
The Book Mobile 5k is less that 2 months away!
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Federal Programs Family-School Partnership Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting

ll Parents are invited to join our Spring Parent Advisory Council Meeting

Thursday, March 23, 2023

5:30-6:30 PM

All families are invited to attend.


Click here for the Zoom link.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Shiloh Middle School will host an EL Parent Night on Thursday, Mar 23, 2023. Join us for a night of information, Q&A and guidance as to how to help your child finish the year strong. More information is forthcoming.

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ESOL- ¡Marque sus calendarios!

La Escuela Intermedia Shiloh organizará una Noche de Padres EL el jueves 23 de marzo de 2023. Únase a nosotros para una noche de información, preguntas y respuestas y orientación sobre cómo ayudar a su hijo a terminar el año con fuerza. Próximamente más información.

Haga clic en el folleto para ampliarlo.

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The 7th Grade Gold Coin Dance has been cancelled.

Gwinnett Community Services Calander of Events

Click here to view the many events happening in Gwinnett County during the month of February.
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Georgia Milestones is Approaching

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Photography Club

Photography Club

Check out Shiloh Middle School Photography Club in action! We recently learned about Cyanotypes! "Cyanotype is a 170 year old photographic printing process that produces prints in a distinctive dark greenish-blue."

Also, our students experienced hands-on experience with professional cameras! Great work Shiloh Middle School Photographers!

Photography Club
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Language Arts

We are preparing for our first Unit 5 CFA and reviewing our Unit 12 Sadlier vocabulary words!

Accelerated/Gifted Math

We’re wrapping up the Geometry unit today. Please remind your child to complete and return the Geometry project by Tuesday. We will start Statistics on Monday.

Social Studies

We will be starting Unit 9 on the Political and Government Developments of Latin America and the Caribbean. We will be having our CFA 9/Unit Test on March 23rd. Please remind your students to complete all missing assignments.


Also, the Social Studies team is asking for donations of Kleenex & Hand Sanitizer as the Pollen/Allergy season approaches.

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Social Studies

We have started our Unit 10A- Physical and Human Geography of South and East Asia. The students will label maps focusing on selected political and physical features and learn about the culture of South and East Asia.
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Math

We will finish Unit 7: Linear Models and Tables on Monday. We will take the Unit 7 CFA on Wednesday and the Unit 7 Local School Summative on Friday.

Science

Students are currently studying balancing equations, and the difference between physical and chemical change, Unit 6. You should see your student studying daily, as this is a high school class. During this second semester expect the following::


AKS Progress(homework) - 2 per week

AKS Mastery(test) - 5 for the semester

CFA (common formative assessments)- 3-5 for the semester

All assignments should be entered within 5-7 days of collection.

8th grade students can earn a Carnegie credit when they earn a minimum score of 70% both semesters.

Rising 9th Grade 2022-2023 Spring Schedule

Rising 9th Grade 2022-2023 Spring Schedule

The time has arrived to prpare our 8th graders for their transition to high school. Click the link below to view the schedule that contains important deadlines and events.


Rising 9th Grade 2022-2023 Spring Schedule

Note: Some of the events on the calendar have been pushed back.

Rising 9th Grade 2022-2023 Spring Schedule

Hello 8th Grade Families!

We are currently seeing an increase in inappropriate social media posts and have received reports of students “airdropping”/sharing videos. Please speak to your child about Shiloh’s cellphone policy which includes having phones in backpacks for the duration of the day. Use the attached link from Common Sense Media to assist with conversations regarding responsible cellphone use.

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L.O.T.U.S. Mentoring Program

L.O.T.U.S. Mentoring Program

It’s that time again! LOTUS will have our next full group meeting on Wednesday March 29th, 2023 4:30-5:30pm in the PLC room. During this meeting we will welcome a special guest speaker Shaneek Nadrich.


Ms. Nadrich will discuss wellness and healthy living with our girls in addition to taking them through a brief yoga demonstration. Yoga mats and light refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring your own mat. We encourage our girls to bring a change of clothes or wear something comfortable on this day.


Please reach out to Brittany Johnson, organization sponsor, at 770-736-4001 if you have any questions.

L.O.T.U.S. Mentoring Program
College/Career Day: Sharing Diverse Paths to Success

College/Career Day: Sharing Diverse Paths to Success

Greetings Parents, Partners, and Friends of Shiloh Middle School.


Shiloh Middle School invites you to participate in our College/Career Day: Sharing Diverse Paths to Success that will take place on Friday, April 21, 2023. We are working to cultivate leaders and learners who are agents of change and responsible citizens. Students strengthen their own voices as they learn to hear and respond to the voices of others. With that in mind, we feel it is important for our students to learn from the paths and experiences of others.


As a presenter you will prepare a 15-20-minute presentation for several of our classes. Students will be given the opportunity to ask you questions and we encourage you to share handouts or samples related to your profession or organization. If you are interested in participating CLICK HERE to fill out the participation form. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day and our presenters will receive lunch. Our activities for the day will be from 9:30 – 3pm. The participation form will allow you to select the session/s you will be available to present.


Feel free to contact, Nicole Carrington, nicole.carrington@gcpsk12.org if you have questions about our College/Career Day. We look forward to seeing you on April 21st.


Sincerely,


The Shiloh MS Counseling Department

College/Career Day: Sharing Diverse Paths to Success

Meet the Shiloh Middle School Counseling Department

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Upcoming Track Meets

Upcoming Track Meets

Upcoming Track Meets
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Wellness Wednesdays

PE is excited to introduce wellness initiatives to both staff and students. Workout sessions are offered every Wednesday morning from 8 - 8:45 am throughout the school year to help start your day off energized and positive.


In the gym, the students are treated to Fitness Friday circuit training sessions where they learn about the benefits of physical activity and leading a healthy lifestyle.

Mindfulness Mondays

Mindfulness Mondays

Join us for a calming way to start your day.


March 13 and 27

April 10 and 24

May 8 and 22


Must register in advance. Click to register.

We will meet in the PLC Room in G Hall, across from Mr. Serrano's room.

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SEL Resources

GCPS provides parents and students with some great social/emotional resources.


Click here to see the SEL resources.

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Interested in jobs in GCPS?

Click the link below to apply to any job openings at Shiloh MS. Contact Lisa McCalla for more details.


Lisa.McCalla@gcpsk12.org

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Media Center & Technology: Info and Tips

Technology Tips


1. Students should charge their Chromebook every night.

2. Students should bring their charged Chromebook and the charger to school every day.

3. Students should keep their Chromebook in the case.

4. You can scan QR codes with your Chromebook camera! Open your camera app through the app launcher, select scan, and then select QR code.

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Lost chargers will now be $10.00, even if it is the first time being lost.

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Medical Authorization

A parent or guardian must bring any / all medications to the school and fill out a medication administration form. Students are not allowed to carry any medications with them at school or on the bus. This includes any over the counter medication, for example; cough drops, Tylenol, etc. If you would like your child to have any OTC medication left in the clinic, you must bring to school with a completed medical authorization form.


To give us authorization to give your student their medication you will need to complete the Medication Authorization Form. You may print it, complete it, and bring it in or you can pick one up to complete in the clinic. A separate form is required for each individual medication.

If your student requires an inhaler and/or an Epi-pen you will need to complete the appropriate form.


For your student to be permitted to carry their inhaler and/or Epi-pen on their person, their physician will need to complete the section of our form advising us of their authorization. If the student will be carrying their inhaler and/or Epi-pen on their person, we ask that you also provide the clinic with a backup in case one is needed.


Medication Request Form


Shiloh Middle School Clinic

Phone: 770-736-4030

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Inclement Weather Procedures

As we enter the winter season, it is important to know what to expect from GCPS in case of inclement weather. If weather conditions pose a potential safety concern, the decision to cancel school or delay opening might be made.


It is more likely for school to be canceled in the early morning — due to dangerous road conditions that formed overnight — than for school to let out early because bad weather is moving in.

If bad weather causes school to be canceled or dismissed early, public announcements will be made on GCPS TV, on the school system’s website (www.gcpsk12.org), on Twitter and Facebook, through SchoolMessenger calls and optional texts, and via metro-Atlanta radio and television stations. Full-day cancellations usually are announced by 6 a.m.


GCPS TV can be found on the following Gwinnett County cable channels:

  • Charter - Channel 180

  • Comcast - Channel 24 or 26 (depending on location)

  • Visit us on our GCPS TV app on Apple, Android, Amazon Fire, and Roku devices or view the live stream at GCPSTV.org


You can access current or potential weather hazards for north and central Georgia here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I pay for my child's missing/damaged Chromebook?

Have your child come to the media center. A fine will be place on his/her account and can be paid with cash or through www.mypaymentsplus.com.


2. What if I pay for my child's lost Chromebook and then it's found?

You will receive a refund.