SMS Weekly Update 02/19-02/23
“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: MTSS Team Planning (PD Room)
Wednesday: No Morning Staff Meeting
Collaborative Planning Meetings for Each Grade Level (PD Room)
Friday: Individual Planning or 1 on 1 Check-in with Administrative or Content Team
Master Calendar & Upcoming Important Dates
Below are key dates for the next few weeks as well as the link for our 17-18 Master Calendar
- February 19 - Make up Snow Day
- February 20 - "EdRoot" Parent Orientation (6pm)
- February 20-23- Spring Sports Tryouts
- February 23- Honor Roll and Perfect Attendance Celebration
- February 23- Clubs
- February 23- Big Brothers & Big Sister Field Trip to Duke Energy
- February 26- "EdRoot" 6th grade pilot begins
2017-18 Master Calendar Link
Thank You to our Testing Team: ACCESS Testing
I would like to send a huge thank you to our testing team for their work with our ACCESS testing over the last two weeks. Thank you to Ms. Gonzales, Ms. Arellano and all of the team members who supported with technology, test administration and coverage for our ACCESS testing.
Wednesday Spartan Time (Test Taking Strategies )
This Wednesday we will begin to teach and practice test taking strategies with our scholars during Spartan Time. The link for the scripted lesson will be shared on Monday of this week. Many teachers have asked if they can teach additional test taking strategies during this time. We are asking that you first teach the scripted lessons and provide time for your scholars to practice and master the targeted strategies.
Lunch Provided by Avondale on Wednesday
The women of Avondale Church will be providing lunch on Wednesday. Soup will be served in the PD room starting at 11:00,
2nd Quarter Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance Celebrations Friday 02/23/18
Friday, we will celebrate our scholars who made the A-B honor roll or who earned perfect attendance during the 2nd quarter. Please join your grade level team in the media center during planning on Friday to celebrate with our scholars and their families.
Clubs on Friday, 2/23/18
Our 2nd club session of the 2nd semester will be held on Friday. We will be on our modified schedule on Friday. Please plan to lead fun, engaging and interactive club sessions with our scholars on Friday. Remember, clubs should be a time for you to have fun too!!
SMS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CORNER
Spring Sports Tryouts Begin on Tuesday, February 20
Baseball and soccer tryouts will begin on Tuesday 2/20 and track tryouts will begin on Thursday, 2/22. Tryouts will be held immediately after school and all scholar athletes are to report directly to the gymnasium at dismissal.