SMS Weekly Update 9/11-9/15
“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
2017-2018 EOG GOALS
- Reading: 40% GLP 30% CCR
- Math: 30% GLP 21% CCR
- Science: 48% GLP 35% CCR
Weekly PLC Schedule
Monday: Grade Level Meetings (DDI: Prepare for MAP Testing)
Tuesday: Individual Planning
Wednesday:
Collaborative Planning
Electives: 9:30-10:20 (Will need to meet to discuss MAP support)
8th grade: 10:35-11:25
7th grade: 12:20-1:10
6th grade: 2:30- 3:30
Thursday: Individual Planning
Friday: Individual Planning
Master Calendar & Upcoming Important Dates
- September 11 - MTSS Site Visit (Adrian Robinson)
- September 12 - AVID Site Team Mtg. 7:45-8:30
- September 15 - PBIS Attendance Raffle
- September 15 - Staff Members Confirm their Fall Club
- September 18- Completed PDP Goals Due (3)
- September 18-20 -Fall MAP Testing
- September 21- Teacher Workday (not required)
- September 22- Teacher Workday (required) Restorative Practices Training
2017-18 Master Calendar Link
Personalized Learning Cohort at Sedgefield Middle School
Title IX Training Deadline This Wednesday 9/13/17
Chromebook Distribution & Digital Citizenship Courses in Canvas
AVID Site Team Meeting (Tuesday 9/12/17)
We will have our first AVID Site Team meeting of the year on Tuesday 9/12/17. Please reference the earlier email sent from Ms. Cottingham regarding logistics for the meeting.
Spartan Time Journal Writing Prompt (Wednesday)
NCEES Professional Development Plans (PDP) Due Monday 9/18/17
PDP Goal (Instruction)
By the midyear PDP review I will implement 2 core AVID strategies on a weekly basis as evidenced in lesson plans, student work samples and / or classroom walk through feedback.
PDP Goal (Culture)
By the midyear PDP review I will implement and utilize an approved behavior tracking system at least 3 times a week.
Title 1 Compacts Due
Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity for Educators
If you still have any outstanding Federal student loans, you may be eligible for some of these options that can SAVE MONEY & GET OUT OF DEBT FASTER!
Additionally, because of your employment with the district you may qualify for some of these great benefits:
- Loan Consolidation
- Lower Interest
- Lower Payments
- Loan Forgiveness
You should know that your servicer is NOT required to inform you of all the benefits that you may qualify for or to walk you through the application process; it is completely up to you.
That is where I come in. I am a Certified Student Loan professional and I would be more than happy to help you figure out if you qualify for any of these programs. There is no charge for the consultation.
You probably don’t want to wait too long. Please give me a call and let’s make sure that you are not throwing your money away.
Call me today at 888-428-0333 to find out how these programs may benefit you!
Best Regards,
Nancy Hoang
Manager