Quick Hitters
NEWTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
SOCIAL MEDIA
Students face many challenges today. Being connected all hours of the day is particularly concerning, especially with access to anonymous apps, such as “Sendit,” “Yolo,” etc. (Please see attachment for a full list). These apps have been used in some cases, to harass, intimidate and even threaten individual students. The anonymity of the apps prevents the receiver from being able to identify the sender, which makes it very difficult for the authorities (police, school) to identify the offender.
It is important for us to work together to protect our students. I am asking for your help in closely monitoring your sons and/or daughter’s electronic social habits to ensure they do not find themselves the recipient of a negative interaction by “anonymous” sources. Working together will go a long way to ensuring the safety of all.
BUS TRANSPORTATION
As a reminder, riding another student’s bus is not permissible. However, for extreme emergency situations, a note signed by a parent with contact information may be submitted to the front office for approval. All notes must be submitted during RA.
EXTENDED TRIPS
CR NORTH DELAYED OPENING
Due to CR North PLC Collaboration there will be increased AM traffic around CR North and NMS on December 9th. We ask that you avoid North altogether on this day for morning drop-off. Please plan accordingly.
DATES
12/6 - Winter Dance
12/9 - PTO Meeting; 9:30 AM
12/16 - Winter Concert; Orchestra/Choral
12/18 - Winter Concert; Band
12/20 - Last day before winter break
12/23-1/1/20 - Holiday; Schools and offices closed
1/2 - First day back from winter break
1/6 - Program Planning Night; CR North