SMS Weekly Update 3/20-3/24
“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
2016-2017 EOG GOALS
40% 4/5 - ELA
35% 4/5 – MATH
55% 4/5 –SCI.
This Week's PLC Meeting Schedule
Monday- Department Planning
Tuesday- Department Planning
Wednesday- General Staff Meeting (Monthly Update & Team Celebrations)
7:45-8:30: Breakfast will be provided by Avondale Church
Wednesday- Grade Level Meeting (Peer Learning Walk)
Electives: 9:45-10:30
6th Grade: 11:00-11:45
7th Grade: 12:45-1:30
8th Grade: 2:00-2:45
Thur. & Fri.- 1 on 1 check-ins with grade level administrator, facilitator or coach
Updated Spring Master Calendar Attached
https://drive.google.com/a/cms.k12.nc.us/file/d/0B34ClJ3hx9t9SDhCdUx1dXlrbms/view?usp=sharing
Below are key dates for the next two weeks.
- 3/20- 8th Grade Parent Information Night for rising 9th graders attending Harding
- 3/20 & 3/21- 7th grade Educational Fair (BETTER) 12:00-2:00 & 5:00-6:30pm
- 3/21-Spring Arts Night 6:30pm
- 3/22 & 3/23- Science CIAs
- 3/23- Dance Department's "Motown Review"
- 3/23- Scholars of the Month to Tupelo Honey
- 3/24-Clubs
- 3/27-Big Brother & Big Sister Field Trip to Duke Energy
- 3/27 & 3/28- SS CIA
- 3/30- End of 3rd Qtr.
- 3/31- Teacher Workday
Rising 9th Grade Parent Night for Scholars Attending Harding University High School
Monday at 6:30pm our 8th grade team and the administration from Harding High School are hosting a parent night event for all of our rising 9th grade scholars who will be attending Harding High School next year. Parents and scholars will have an opportunity to talk with Harding’s School Counselors to learn about course offerings plus much more.
Spring Arts Night Tuesday, 3/21
Our Spring Arts night will be held on Tuesday, March 21st from 6:30-8:00. The program will begin in the cafeteria with band and orchestra performances. Dance performances will be held in the gym. Artwork will be on display and a vendor will have food samples for you to enjoy. Free raffles will be held and SMS “Swag” will be available for purchase. Please join us for the festivities and help us celebrate the magnificent talents of our scholars.
7th Grade Educational Fair to Support Parents During 4th Quarter
On Monday & Tuesday of this week our 7th grade team will host an Educational Fair for our parents to learn about resources to support scholars for the 4th quarter. Parents will have an opportunity to conference with teachers, meet with school counselors, sign-up for 4th quarter tutoring, plus much more. The event will be held from 12:00-2:00pm on Monday and 5:00-6:30pm on Tuesday.
Time to Update of PDP Goals
Welcome to New Team Member
Clubs on Friday 3/24/17
Supporting Team Members During Their Time of Grief
Community Meeting Guided Questions for this week.
Monday: There are two weeks left in the 3rd quarter. Are you on track to meet the academic goals you have set for this quarter?
Tuesday: What's your plan to make sure you accomplish your academic goals if you currently off-track?
Wednesday: How will grit help you finish the 3rd quarter "strong".
Thursday: Does your current work ethic demonstrate "grit"? Why or Why not?
Friday: If you had to teach a younger sibling about grit how would you teach them about grit?