PSMS Knight News
December 2019
Message from the Principal
It was wonderful to see all of you at student-led conferences. We had over 400 families walk through our doors, which is fantastic. Student-led conferences provide such a great opportunity for students to reflect, take responsibility and ownership for how they are doing, work to set goals for themselves and be invested in their learning. It also helps them build confidence and develop presentation skills. As parents/guardians, this provides a great opportunity for you to help support your child in their learning and transition through the middle-school years. Thank you for taking the time to come to conferences and share this experience with your child.
We also appreciate the time you took to complete the Parent Feedback Survey, as we received some great information to help better support our students at Port Susan Middle School Our survey results showed that over 98% of our students feel comfortable at school. It is very important that all students feel safe and comfortable at our school, so please continue to reach out if there is anything we can do to help support our students.
Awesome Attendance: 424 PSMS students have received a Perfect Attendance Certificate this school year! Way to go!
Upcoming Events
- November 25: Varsity Boys Basketball @ PSMS
- November 25: Varsity Girls Volleyball @ Valley View
- November 25: Drama Club 2:30-4 pm
- November 26: Robotics Club @ 2:30- 4 pm
- November 26: Game Club @ 2:30-4 pm
- November 26: JV Girls Volleyball @ PSMS
- November 26: JV Boys Basketball @ Haller
- November 27: 1/2 Day and Apple Cup Spirit Day
- November 28-29: No School (Thanksgiving Break)
- December 3-17: Cereal Drive
- December 2: 7th Grade V Volleyball vs Valley View @ 4 pm
- December 2: 8th Grade V Basketball vs Post 5:15 pm
- December 4: Science Club @ 2:30-3:30 pm/Parent Meeting 3:30-4:00 pm
- December 3: JV BB Game @ Post Middle School 4 pm
- December 3: JV VB Games @ Haller Middle School 4 pm
- December 3: Robotics Club @ 2:30- 4 pm
- December 3: Game Club @ 2:30-4 pm
- December 4: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Volleyball Games @ Haller 4 pm
- December 4: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Basketball Games vs Haller 4 pm
- December 5: JV Basketball Game vs SMS 4 pm
- December 5: JV Volleyball Games @ SMS 4 pm
- December 7: Robotics Competition
- December 9: Drama Club 2:30-4 pm
- December 9: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Basketball Games @ Centennial 4 pm
- December 9: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Volleyball Games vs Centennial 4 pm
- December 10: Game Club @ 2:30-4 pm
- December 10: JV Basketball Game vs Post @ 4 pm
- December 10: JV Volleyball Games @ Post 4 pm
- December 11: Cozy Spirit Day & Hot Chocolate Fundraiser
- December 11: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Basketball Games @ Hidden River 4 pm
- December 11: 7th & 8th Grade Volleyball Games vs Hidden River @ 4 pm
- December 11: Science Club @ 2:30-4:00 pm
- December 12: ASB Meeting @ 12:15 pm
- December 12: Art Club @ 2:20-4 pm
- December 12: Winter Band Concert @ 6:30 pm in the Gym
- December 16: Drama Club 2:30-4 pm
- December 16: 8th Grade Varsity Basketball @ Cavelero 4 pm
- December 16: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Volleyball Games vs Cavelero/Lake Stevens 4 pm
- December 16: 7th Grade Varsity Basketball @ Lake Stevens Middle School 4 pm
- December 17: Game Club @ 2:30-4 pm
- December 17: JV Basketball Game @ Haller 4 pm
- December 17: JV VB Games vs Haller @ 4 pm
- December 17: Winter Choir Concert @ 6:30 pm in the Cafeteria
- December 17: The Organ Presentation (Health classes)
- December 18: Science Club @ 2:30-4:00 pm
- December 18: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Basketball Games vs Cedarcrest 4 pm
- December 18: 7th & 8th Grade Varsity Volleyball Games @ Cedarcrest 4 pm
- December 19: JV Basketball Game vs Post 4 pm
- December 19: JV VB Games @ Post 4 pm
- December 20: Festive Friday Spirit Day
- December 20: Lip Sync Assembly
- PSMS Calendar: Click here (The calendar can be linked to Smartphones)
Lip-Sync Information
***Rehearsals during lunch on December 10, 12, 17
Setting Up Notifications On Skwyard
PSMS Shout Out: Veterans Day Assembly
Fall Spirit Week (Spooky Socks, Opposties Day, Blackout, Costume, Paranormal PJs)
Costume Dance
1st Quarter Spirit Assembly
Art Club with Mrs. Klein
Ancient Cultures: Observing artifacts from PSMS “middens” and hypothesizing what the culture was like
SLC Prep Time: 6th Graders Practicing Presentations to 8th Graders for Feedback
6th graders reviewing concepts of Neolithic advancements using Gimkit
Counselor’s Corner-December, 2019
Moody, private, self-conscious…if this sounds like your middle grader, you’re not alone. At this age, their bodies and emotions are changing rapidly. Here are some ways to help your child cope.
Managing Moods. Physical growth and worries about friends, sports, and schoolwork can cause moodiness. Let your child know you’re available to talk. A quiet statement such as, “I remember what it feels like not to be asked to join a team,” can invite your child to open up about what’s bothering them.
Finding Privacy. It’s natural for your middle grader to want some time to themselves. They might close their bedroom door or walk outside to take a phone call, for example. Show your child that you respect their growing need for privacy by giving them space.
Fitting in. Many middle graders feel self-conscious. Being part of a group of people who share their interests can help your child focus on his/her own strengths and feel more confident. Encourage your child to participate in, at least, one activity outside of classes.
We have several activities offered at Port Susan Middle School. (7th and 8th grade sports each season, Drama Club, Game Club, and Robotics Club at this time.) Club offerings change so if there isn’t one that sparks your child’s interest, keep watching our club offerings. Contact the school if you would like to know the advisor for any of the clubs or any more information. Hopefully, your child will find something that interests them.
Source: Middle Years Working Together for School Success
December Gym Schedule for 2nd Season Sports
Snow/Alternate Routes
Contact the transportation department, 360-629-1229, if you have questions or concerns.
The Homework Center is Available for Afterschool Support
Safe Schools Alert
Our District's Tip Reporting Service Safety is one of our district's top priorities, that's why we're now using SafeSchools Alert, a tip reporting system that allows students, staff, and parents to submit safety concerns to our administration five different ways:
App: Search for “SafeSchools Alert” in the App Store to download for free
Phone: (425) 366-7201
Text: Text your tip to (425) 366-7201
Email: 1621@alert1.us
Easily report tips on bullying, harassment, drugs, vandalism or any safety issue you're concerned about. Tips may be submitted anonymously too. Thanks in advance for helping to make our school community a safer place to work and learn! We appreciate your support.
STAFF RECOGNITION PROGRAM
To show our appreciation for teachers and classified employees the Board of Directors look forward to continuing the staff recognition program for the 2019-20 school year. We are proud that our staff goes above and beyond for the children in the Stanwood-Camano School District.
Nominations for the Teacher of the Month and Classified Employee of the Month awards are accepted September through March, for public recognition at the following month's Regular Board Meeting. One Teacher and one Classified Employee are selected monthly from the nominations by a panel of community partners. All recipients will be considered for the Teacher of the Year or Classified Employee of the Year award presented at the May Board meeting. Nominations are welcome from parents, community members, peers, administrators, and students.
Please let us know about some of the great deeds our staff are doing! Share personal examples of the dedication, commitment and passion these individuals have portrayed working for the Stanwood-Camano School District. Click on the link below to nominate an individual; give personal examples of why you believe this individual deserves recognition and share how they inspire others.
EMPLOYEE NOMINATION
Award recipients will be notified at their school and publicly recognized by the Board of Directors at the second board meeting of the month at 6:00 PM.
Heritage Bank is a proud sponsor of the employee recognition program, in partnership with Stanwood Cinemas and Dos Reales.
Thank you!
Port Susan Middle School
Email: cauckland@stanwood.wednet.edu
Website: http://psmweb.stanwood.wednet.edu/
Location: 7506 267th Pl NW Stanwood, WA 98292
Phone: 360-629-1360
SCSD Nondiscrimination Statement
STANWOOD-CAMANO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO 401
The Stanwood-Camano School District does not discriminate in employment, programs, or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Maurene Stanton (mstanton@stanwood.wednet.edu), or the Section 504/American Disabilities Act Coordinator, Robert Hascall (rhascall@stanwood.wednet.edu) Stanwood-Camano School District, 26920 Pioneer Hwy, Stanwood, WA 98292. Telephone: (360) 629-1200.