SMS Newsletter
December 2021 Edition - Happy Holidays
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A Message from Principal Johnson
SMS Counselors’ Corner/SMS Rincón de los consejeros
During the months of December and January, Sweetwater’s school counselors will offer lessons from the Teen Lures Prevention program to students in grades 6 – 8. Teen Lures Prevention is a research-based program that teaches the importance of healthy relationships and its connection to personal safety by way of class discussions, student handouts, video clips and corresponding activities. An opt-out letter will be sent home with your child before the lessons begin. If you prefer that your child not participate in the Teen Lures Prevention lessons, please write and sign a note indicating your preferences, and send it to your child’s teacher or school counselor. Unless written documentation is received, your child will have the opportunity to participate in the teen lures prevention and safety lessons. If you’d like more information about the program, please contact your child’s school counselor.
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Durante los meses de diciembre y enero, los consejeros escolares de Sweetwater ofrecerán lecciones del programa Teen Lures Prevention a los estudiantes en los grados 6 a 8. Teen Lures Prevention es un programa basado en investigaciones que enseña la importancia de las relaciones saludables y su conexión con la seguridad personal. a través de discusiones en clase, folletos para los estudiantes, videoclips y actividades correspondientes. Se enviará una carta de exclusión voluntaria a casa con su hijo antes de que comiencen las lecciones. Si prefiere que su hijo no participe en las lecciones de Prevención de señuelos para adolescentes, por favor escriba y firme una nota indicando sus preferencias y envíela al maestro o consejero escolar de su hijo. A menos que se reciba documentación escrita, su hijo tendrá la oportunidad de participar en las lecciones de seguridad y prevención de señuelos para adolescentes. Si desea obtener más información sobre el programa, comuníquese con el consejero escolar de su hijo.
From the Parent Center
Emergency Food Resources
Bread of Life Food Pantry
770-513-0492
Bring containers for food. A $15 donation allows individuals to “shop” for food. If unable to pay $15, patrons can be given a box of food. Early arrival is encouraged.
Hope & Life Fellowship, Storehouse Food Pantry
770-979-1595 http://hopeandlife.tv/
I Care Atlanta
5879-B New Peachtree Rd
Doraville, Ga
678-615-3341
icareatlanta.org
This resource provides food boxes for families that are struggling financially, as well as families that are homeless. This is a great resource for our clients in the Norcross area. Clients must call for an intake and will be give a date to pick up food. There is no zip code requirement.
Streewise Georgia
1750 Cedars Rd
Lawrenceville, Ga
678-985-9915
This resource provides food, clothing and limited furniture. Clients must call for an appt, and will be instructed at that time what they need to bring with them for intake. There is no zip code requirement.
CarePointe
1800 Satellite Blvd
Duluth, Ga
http://www.crosspointechurch.com/carepointe/
General Economic Assistance
These agencies may help with utilities, rent, and/or other financial assistance on a limited basis. Please call for more specific information.
Department of Family and Children Services—To apply for Medicaid, TANF, Food Stamps.
Lawrenceville (Main County Office)
678-518-5500
Norcross Satellite Office
770-441-8800
Buford Satellite Office
770-614-2500
Lilburn Cooperative Ministry
770-931-8333
Must have a social security card for everyone receiving assistance in the home.
Connections News
Please click on the link to see Connections Students of the Month.
Sports News
Basketball Information
SMS Cheerleaders for 2021-2022
Soccer News
SMS Boys Soccer Team
SMS Soccer Schedule
Boys Soccer Pictures of the Team and Coaches
Join Us As We Celebrate 10 Days of Holiday Cheer!
Sweetwater Middle School
Email: june.harris@gcpsk12.org
Website: https://www.gcpsk12.org/SweetwaterMS
Location: 3500 Cruse Road Northwest, Lawrenceville, GA, USA
Phone: 770-923-4131
Twitter: @sweetwatermidd2