Blue Devil Blast
Volume 1, Issue 3, August 2021
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August 20, 2021
August 20, 2021
Dr. Looney's Welcome
Dr. Looney's Welcome
Parents, did you know the kids should be reading 30 minutes every night? Have your kids started their Khan Academy work? Watch Dr. Looney's video to get the low down on what's going on at Summerour.
My Payments Plus
My Payments Plus
Sign Off on School Documents!
Parents, did you sign up for a My Payments Plus account? We really need every parent to have an account.
While you can use My Payments Plus to make payments, what we really need is for each of you to log on and sign off on beginning of the year school documents! Get in there today and get everything signed off. We really appreciate it.
Parent Portal:
There's an app for that!
Parent Portal:
There's an app for that!
Do you need to see your child's grades? Attendance habits? Fines? Books checked out? Parent Portal is your solution. Come to the school, fill out an application, and get logged in.
Have an account? Click here to access it or request a new password.
Have you checked out ParentVUE (the app available on Google Play store and the Apple Store)?
If you signed up for an account in the past, but never activated it, contact Mickey Stanfield and request a new token be sent.(no need to fill out a new application unless you are changing the email address on the account)
Free/Reduced Lunch
Free/Reduced Lunch
Have you applied for free or reduced lunches, yet? It's not too late.
You need to make this application every year. We encourage you to make application even if you didn't qualify last year. Requirements and home circumstances often change, it may be that you qualify this year.
Grade Level News You Can Use
Grade Level News You Can Use
Students getting sticks to hold their place on the book shelves while they investigate possible check outs
Mr. Robertson is hard at work getting student pictures for the new year's student ID's
The Media Center is back in business and students are checking out the books on offer
Agendas:
Agendas:
All Summerour students need to ensure they have agendas to write down assignments as well as to use for hall passes. Agendas are on sale for $3 and may be purchased via MPP or through the homeroom teacher. Agendas also contain the SMS student handbook.
Dress Code:
Dress Code:
As a reminder, our Dress Code from our student handbook:
Thank you, Parents, for your continued support of the Summerour mandatory school uniform policy. Please see requirements below:
· Solid color, collared shirts only (no multi-colored shirts)
· Colors: white, navy blue, light blue, or grey
· Shirts must be long enough to be tucked easily into shorts or pants
· Pants, shorts, or skirts must be in appropriate size and length
· Pant, short or skirt colors: khaki, navy, black (must be worn at the hips or waist)
· No rips, tears, or frayed pants or jeans on designated non-uniform days
· No sweatpants, yoga pants, leggings, or jeggings
· Shoes must be a neutral color (white, black, brown)
· No flip flops, slippers or slides
· Head coverings may not be worn in the building, unless approved by the principal. This includes hoods and scarves.
· Coats and hoodies worn in the building during the school day must be in school colors (white, navy blue, light blue, or grey). Remember, hoodies and coats are seasonal and should not be worn to school during warm weather.
What happens if I wear something that does not meet dress code?
You may call your parent/guardian to come and bring you a change of clothes. If there are continued dress code violations, administrative consequences will be given to the student.
Dress for Success Every Day!
Please visit our School Uniform Store
6th Grade
6th Grade
Our 6th grade Superheroes are showing tremendous growth each week! We are seeing examples of being Respectful, Responsible, and being a Role Model. The students earn "Blue Bucks" for positive behaviors, and our 6th graders have been earning them in large amounts! Please give your child an extra "shout out" of praise for the work they are doing - and go ahead and ask them, "How many blue bucks did you earn today?"
Mr. Lenie George
6th Grade Assistant Principal
770-417-2494
Mrs. Pam Griswell
6th Grade Counselor
770-417-2491
7th Grade
7th Grade
It's been a great week in 7th Grade! We are always searching for SHINING STAR students who are Respectful, Responsible Role Models. We enjoy recognizing OUR students for their awesome work.
Mr. Stacy James
7th Grade Assistant Principal
770-417-2486
Mrs. Yunilda Valdez
7th Grade Counselor
770-417-2480
8th Grade
8th Grade
JA Fieldtrip:
September 7-13.
Each team goes to the JA center on a scheduled date.
Parent volunteers and chaperones are needed. Please consider volunteering.
Mrs. Christy Gray
8th Grade Assistant Principal
770-453-2051
Mrs. Robin Blackwell
8th Grade Counselor
770-417-2487
Mrs. Kimberly Blackshear
Gear Up/ Special Education Counselor
Kimberly.Blackshear@gcpsk12.org
770-797-2960
Athletics / Clubs
Athletics / Clubs
Dance Team Tryouts
Dance Team Tryouts
August 30 & 31
4:15 - 5:30 PM
Summerour Middle School Gym
Students must wait until all buses are dismissed before making their way to the gym!
Basketball
Basketball
Basketball starts on November 13. If your student is interested, the coaches are hosting periodic open gym sessions after school to get in shape and get seen by the coaches. Listen to the morning announcements to get up-to-date information.
As always: students staying after school must wait until ALL buses are called before heading to the gym.
Shout Outs / Coming Up
Shout Outs / Coming Up
AssessmentS
AssessmentS
CogAT
CogAT
September 27 - October 15
September 27 - October 15
The first standardized test of the year is always the CogAT test, administered only to 8th graders. This year's window is from September 27 to October 15. Exact dates will be determined and advertised in advance.
1st Semester Interims
1st Semester Interims
September 27 - October 15
September 27 - October 15
The mid-semester learning checks (interims) will be conducted from September 27 through October 15, also. Exact dates will be forthcoming as we approach the testing window.
2021-2022 Bell Schedule
2021-2022 Bell Schedule
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