8th Grade Family newsletter
Week of 4/28 - 5/2
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Our Mission
Grace Snell Middle School provides a culture of excellence that prepares all students to reach their maximum potential today, tomorrow and beyond.
Our Week at a Glance
What's Happening
What's Happening
8TH GRADE MATH
In Math this week, scholars will review all areas in preparation for the Georgia Milestones Assessment.
ENHANCED MATH / ALGEBRA CONNECTIONS
In Enhanced Math/Algebra this week, scholars will review all areas in preparation for the Georgia Milestones Assessment.
LANGUAGE ARTS
In Language Arts this week in ELA, scholars will Learn about Anne Frank and her life in the Holocaust.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
In Physical Science this week, Scholars will review all areas in preparation for the Georgia Milestones Assessment.
SOCIAL STUDIES
In Social Studies this week, scholars will prepare to take Unit 12 Common Assessment on Modern Georgia.
NNECTIONS CLASSES
Monday: B
Tuesday: A
Wednesday: B
Thursday: A
Friday: B
From the desk of
From the desk of
assistant principal
assistant principal
Dr. Brown
Dr. Brown
Greeting 8th Grade Parents,
Welcome to another exciting week at Grace Snell Middle! As we approach the end of the school year, we have several important events and updates to share with you.
Firstly, we would like to remind you about the upcoming Georgia Milestones testing schedule. It's crucial for all students to be present and prepared for these assessments. The testing will take place as follows:
Tuesday: Math (All students)
Wednesday: Algebra 1 (Select Students)
Thursday: Science and Physical Science
Attendance during these testing days is extremely important to ensure your child performs their best. Please make sure your child gets a good night's sleep and arrives on time.
In addition to the testing, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming 8th Grade Masquerade-Sneaker Ball! This fun and festive event will be held on Saturday, May 3rd from 4-6 PM. It's a wonderful opportunity for students to dress up in their favorite sneakers and enjoy an evening of dancing and socializing.
We also want to remind you that volunteers are still needed for 8th Grade Week. Parents can volunteer using the sign-up link in the announcement slides. Your support is invaluable in making these events successful and memorable for our students.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education. We look forward to seeing you at the Masquerade-Sneaker Ball and wish all our students the best of luck on their Georgia Milestones tests!
Warm regards,
Dr. Brown
Also, just a few reminders:
Student Dress Code
Student Dress Code
Grace Snell dress code is designed to reduce the likelihood of distraction or disruption and to maintain an academic focus in the classroom and on campus. Instruction is interrupted when a student has to be seen by an administrator because of inappropriate dress. If dressed inappropriately, the student will be required to change clothing. Missed instructional time while waiting for a change of clothing will be regarded as unexcused. Parents may be called to bring a change of clothing for the student. Our GSMS Student Dress Code policy includes but is not limited to the following:
All shorts lengths will be NO SHORTER THAN 5” above the knee.
The highest point of any slit in a dress, skirt, or shorts must be NO MORE THAN 3” above the knee. This rule applies to shorts, skirts and even worn with any type of tights or leggings.
Student pants/shorts: No holes, slits, rips, or tears that show skin above the knee.
For additional information on GSMS Student Dress Code, please reference the GSMS Student Handbook.
Cell Phones & Electronic Devices
Cell Phones & Electronic Devices
Students’ cell phones should be silenced and placed in their bookbags. Cell phone use is not permitted at any time during the school day (including the lunch period), for any reason, inclusive of, but not limited to: contacting parents/guardians, family members, other students, or engaging in online or social media activities, or any entertainment purposes.
If staff observes students with cell phones, the following steps will be taken:
Chromebooks
Chromebooks
All school issued materials (instruments, chromebooks, and textbooks) to students should be treated as borrowed property. In the event of loss or abuse of school issued materials, whether accidental or purposeful, students must pay for the loss in accordance with the scale fixed by the Board of Education. See the fees chart below:
Dates & Events
Dates & Events
April - 29 GA Milestones Math Parts 1 & 2
April - 25 5:30p Virtual Volleyball Interest Meeting
Saturday May 3- 8th Grade Sneaker Ball 4-6 pm
(Parent Pick up at 6 pm)
Upcoming Events
May 3-9 - 8th Grade Activities Week
May 14th - 8th Grade Awards Night (Invitation Only)
Please see valuable information about Dual Enrollment for your upcoming High School Student. >>
FY 25 Dual Enrollment Brochure for Families _7203.pdfSchool Calendar Approved for 2025-26
Parents, as you make various personal plans for your family for the next two years, we wanted to make you aware that Gwinnett County Schools has released approved calendars for the next two academic school years. You may access the links to each calendar below:
Portrait of a Comet
Gearing up for the
Gearing up for the
Class of 2029
Class of 2029
Watch this video to get a snapshot of the competencies our scholars are developing at Grace Snell Middle School now, to prepare them to reach their maximum potential today, tomorrow and beyond!
Our 8th Grade Teams
Team G.O.A.T.
Team Blaze
Mr. Coger
Math
antonio.coger@gcpsk12.org
Team Phoenix
Team I'So Elite
Team Trailblazers
State law requires that children between the ages of 7 - 16 attend school DAILY.
Students will be excused from school for the following legal absences:
Personal illness
Death in the immediate family
Recognized religious holidays observed by your faith
Absences mandated by governmental agencies
Service as Page in the Georgia General Assembly
Visit with parent or legal guardian prior to deployment or while parent is on leave (up to 5 days)
Instances where attendance would be hazardous
Students absent from school for legal reasons stated above, will be excused IF they bring a written excuse from a parent, guardian, or medical provider, stating the reason for the absence.
The written excuse must be given to the desk clerk in the front lobby on the day the student returns to school.
8th Grade Office
School Hours
8:55 AM - 4:00 PM
No drop-offs before 8:50 AM
Early Dismissal
Early Dismissal
Missed instructional time is detrimental to a student’s performance.
Parents are urged to make dental, medical, and other appointments before or after school hours.
If it becomes necessary for a student to check out during the day, parents must report to the desk in the front lobby to sign out the student.
Parents will be required to show picture identification in order to check out their children.
No check-outs or transportation changes shall be made after 3:30 PM.
It is the expectation that students make up missed assignments whenever they are absent from school, or check-out early.
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