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Middle School In the Know - October 6, 2025
Middle School In the Know - October 6, 2025
Letter from Ms. Grant
Letter from Ms. Grant
Good afternoon,
This week starts our Fall Break. There is no school for students on Friday, October 10 or Monday, October 13. Enjoy the time with family and friends.
To continue our partnership in keeping the kids safe online and adhering to our school policies, I am providing a link to the Shorecrest Responsible Use Policy (RUP). This policy and the AI policy are embedded in the Middle School Handbook. Please review this policy closely with your student and sign the acknowledgement that they have read the RUP. Please make sure you have reviewed and signed this with your student by Thursday, October 9.
Please review this policy closely with your student and sign the acknowledgement that they have read the RUP.
Once they have read the policy, they will need to login to FACTS Family Portal using their Shorecrest email and password at https://sps-fl.client.renweb.com/pwr/.
Once they are logged in, they should access School > Web Forms > MS Policy Acknowledgements
The Shorecrest Advantage: An Exploration of Upper School:
The Shorecrest Advantage: An Exploration of Upper School:
Wednesday, October 15 at 7pm via Webex: https://shorecrest.webex.com/shorecrest/j.php?MTID=m0d08fe0733fce505e03a908b517cccca
A virtual event for all Shorecrest parents/guardians geared towards 7th and 8th graders to learn more about the opportunities ahead in 9-12th grades at Shorecrest. During this event, Shorecrest families will hear from members of the Upper School Administration and the College Counseling Office about the various academic and extracurricular opportunities available for students in the Upper School and the benefits of Shorecrest's four-year college counseling program.
Shorecrest Spirited Competitions, Oct. 7 & 9
Shorecrest Spirited Competitions, Oct. 7 & 9
This semester a few lucky fourth and fifth grade students will compete for prizes during select home football and volleyball games.
Fifth grade students were chosen randomly to compete in a Serve Challenge between sets at the Middle School Gold Team Volleyball game on Tuesday, October 7. The game starts at 4pm.
Randomly chosen fourth graders will get to do a Punt and Pass Challenge at halftime at the Varsity Football game on Thursday, October 9. The game starts at 6:30pm.
Six boys and six girls from each of the grade levels will compete for prizes, silly Sparky photos and more. Everyone is invited to come out and cheer on our Shorecrest athletes and our Shorecrest Lower School and Middle School students! Look for more fun competitions throughout the year at various sporting events.
These halftime competitions are generously sponsored by SPOCS Orthodontics, Dr. Ahmed Mansour.
Sixth Grade
Sixth Grade
Pathfinders is next week. Please make sure you have turned in all the permissions slips.
Seventh Grade
Seventh Grade
We will be holding an informational Parent Meeting about the trip to St. Augustine on Tuesday, November 4, at 6pm in Mrs. Berland's theatre classroom (MSAS 101).
Yearbook Photos
Yearbook Photos
Families should have received a link to view photos directly from Mr. KamraMan, the yearbook photographer. Purchases may be made online.
Every once in a while photographs from Picture Day do not come out well, or students are absent on picture day. We will have picture retakes on Wednesday, October 29. A registration link for retakes will be sent later this week directly from Mr. KamraMan, and if your student was absent they will be registered to be photographed on retake day automatically.
Have a great week,
Kris Grant
Head of Middle School
kgrant@shorecrest.org
727-456-7526
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
Mark Your Calendars -
Mark Your Calendars -
October 10-13
Fall Long Weekend, No School Friday & Monday
Wednesday, October 15
The Shorecrest Advantage - Exploring Upper School
Thursday, October 16
Middle School Moms Night Out. More details below.
Friday, October 17
Charger Chat with Nancy Spencer; Alumni Homecoming Tailgate; Homecoming varsity football game and Homecoming court crowning
Saturday, October 18
STEAMakers Open House
October 20-24
Homecoming Week
Wednesday, October 22
International Connection Potluck
Saturday, October 25
Shore to Shorecrest 5k
Wednesday, October 29
Picture Retake Day
Saturday, November 15
Electric Fall Festival
Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon!
Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon!
Get ready–the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Shorecrest! Find bestselling series and characters that students love from more than 100 publishers. Plus every purchase benefits our school.
Books for age 3 - grade 8. Some classes will have a sneak peek on November 7 to see what is available and make wish lists.
Main days of sales are: November 10-14, 8am-4pm. The Book Fair will be open on conference day!
St. Pete Public Library will be on campus during conference day to help any Shorecrest student sign up for a library card 8am-2pm. Students under the age of 16 need a parent/guardian present to sign up.
2nd-5th grade Students Are Invited to Scotland & Ireland — Please RSVP
2nd-5th grade Students Are Invited to Scotland & Ireland — Please RSVP
A field experience is being planned for Dublin, Belfast and Edinburgh in Summer 2026, and students in grades 2-5 are invited!
Khana Rebman is excited to tell you more about the trip she's planning with EF Tours, an educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for the info session on Wednesday, October 22, from 5:30-6:30pm to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.eftours.com/vxmns6d
When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.
In this info session, we’ll talk about:
How this opportunity will benefit your student
What we’ll see and do on our trip
Everything that’s included in this experience
How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period
There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.
Shorecrest Babysitting List
Shorecrest Babysitting List
The Shorecrest Babysitting List is a list of Upper School students who are open to babysitting younger Shorecrest students. The list includes their full names, contact info, and any relevant babysitting / background information. This information is provided annually as a service to Shorecrest families and is not intended to be shared outside of our school community.
While Upper School student babysitters often appreciate referrals, please ask the student for permission before sharing their contact information with outside parties. Login to the Shorecrest Community Site with your Shorecrest-assigned login credentials to access the Shorecrest Babysitting List. The link will also be available in the Shorecrest Parent App.
Athletics Winter Sports Sign Ups
Athletics Winter Sports Sign Ups
ALL STUDENTS WISHING TO PARTICIPATE IN A WINTER SPORT MUST BE CLEARED THROUGH THE ATHLETIC CLEARANCE SYSTEM* 72 HOURS BEFORE THEIR FIRST PRACTICE. Click here for the Athletic Clearance Guide to help you with this process.
*The Athletic Clearance system is used for collecting athletic physicals and other important Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) information for student participation in sports.
SCA Presents: Middle School Moms Night Out - Thursday, October 16
SCA Presents: Middle School Moms Night Out - Thursday, October 16
Join other Middle School Moms for a special MS Moms Night Out at Malio's Beach House on Thursday, October 16 from 6:30-8pm. Tickets include passed hors d'oeuvres and 2 glasses of wine or prosecco.
Space is limited to 40 attendees so be sure to purchase your ticket to reserve your spot! Please note all ticket purchases are final sale.
To make the most of your night out, plan to eat dinner before or after the event. You can make a reservation at Malio's.
ALL SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
ALL SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
How to Order Yearbooks
How to Order Yearbooks
If you or your child would like a copy of the 2025-2026 Crestviews Yearbook, which features the full Alpha-Grade 12 school, please place your online order using the link below. Yearbooks are $80. (Families of seniors do not need to order yearbooks. They are a part of the senior fee.)
STEAMakers Open House - Saturday, October 18
STEAMakers Open House - Saturday, October 18
Current and prospective families with toddlers through 4th graders are invited to experience the campus, classrooms, and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities with their favorite Shorecrest teachers on a Saturday!
Attendees will also have the opportunity to chat with our Admissions team, meet Student Ambassadors and more in this family-friendly campus playdate. This is a great opportunity for current families to bring friends to experience Shorecrest!
Contact the Admissions Office for more information at admissions@shorecrest.org.
Early Experience with Shorecrest College Counseling
Early Experience with Shorecrest College Counseling
The Shorecrest College Counseling Office offers comprehensive programming to support students and families throughout the college search and placement process. While many College Counseling events are tailored toward particular grade levels, all interested Shorecrest families are invited to attend:
The Shorecrest Advantage: Exploring Shorecrest's Upper School
Wednesday, October 15 @ 7pm
Location: Virtual
Dedicated programming for families of seventh and eighth grade students
Director of Diversity & Inclusion Search - Share Your Insight!
Director of Diversity & Inclusion Search - Share Your Insight!
Join Greg Otis of HKS Advisory Services to offer your perspective as we embark on the search for the next Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Shorecrest. The information gathered at these in-person sessions will help inform the position description, as well as the intended skills and experience of the individual who will fill this important administrative role at Shorecrest.
Any Shorecrest community member may attend the community engagement evenings on October 7 and 14, 6-7:30pm in the Ohana Community Room on the second floor of Charger Commons.
PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS
PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS
Middle School Musical
Middle School Musical
Shorecrest Middle School Performing Arts presents “All Shook Up - Young@Part” an Elvis-themed musical starring students in grades 6-8 on November 6-8 in the Janet Root Theatre. Ticketing information is coming soon.
Upper School Fall Play
Upper School Fall Play
Shorecrest Performing Arts presents "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play" on Thursday, November 13 and Friday, November 14 at 7pm in the Janet Root Theatre. Ticketing information is coming soon.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
3rd Annual SHORE to SHORECREST 5K Run/Walk presented by Dermaclinique, Dr. Priya Nayyar, M.D.
3rd Annual SHORE to SHORECREST 5K Run/Walk presented by Dermaclinique, Dr. Priya Nayyar, M.D.
Saturday, October 25
5k Start: 8am
Start Line: Flora Wylie Park
Finish Line: Shorecrest Campus
Also returning: the Sparky Sprint* for children 8 years & younger and the Wellness Village! Every participant receives:
commemorative race T-shirt
finisher’s medal
delicious breakfast to refuel and celebrate!
Electric Fall Festival presented by the Cibran and Razook Families
Electric Fall Festival presented by the Cibran and Razook Families
Saturday, November 15, 5–8pm
in the Shorecrest Athletic Center
Get ready for an electric evening of fun for the whole family! Join us for Shorecrest’s Electric Fall Festival featuring music, games, and activities for all ages. Your $15 ticket includes a bounce house, DJ, golf, petting zoo — and that’s just the beginning! Food trucks will also be on site with delicious dinner options available for purchase.
COMING SOON... Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win incredible prizes from Perry's Porch, the Vinoy, Hotworx, Pure Barre and more!
Charger Chat
Charger Chat
Friday, October 17
A monthly series of casual chats with Head of School Nancy Spencer. After Lower School Town Meeting (roughly 8:30am) in the Raymund Center.
International Connection Potluck Lunch
International Connection Potluck Lunch
Wednesday, October 22
Shorecrest adults are invited to come together for a potluck lunch. Share a favorite dish from your culture & celebrate community through food and friendship.
Register for the Sparky Sprint at the Shore to Shorecrest 5k!
Register for the Sparky Sprint at the Shore to Shorecrest 5k!
Join us on Saturday, October 25 for the third annual Shore to Shorecrest 5k presented by Dermaclinique, Dr. Priya Nayyar, M.D. This event also features the Sparky Sprint for Chargers 8 and under!
The Sparky Sprint is a separate registration and fee from the official 5k and includes a separate bib number and commemorative medal. Sparky Sprint registrants may compete in the on-campus race even if their grown-ups aren't doing the 5k!
SCA Holiday Greenery
on Sale Now!
SCA Holiday Greenery
on Sale Now!
The SCA Greenery Sale offers a stunning selection of festive wreaths to elevate your holiday spirit. The deadline to order is November 3.
Gift Greenery for $25
Gift Greenery for $25
Share the love by gifting a 22-inch Noble Fir Wreath to Guardian ad Litem! Greenery for Guardian ad Litem caretakers will be distributed at the Holiday Gift Drive event on December 13.
The School Store
The School Store
T-shirts, tote bags, plushies Sparky water bottles and so much more. Stop by and see what's new!
School Store Hours
School Store Hours
Shop the School Store for Shorecrest spiritwear, gifts, snacks, drinks and more!
Mon-Thurs 11:00am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
Credit cards, checks, and Apple Pay accepted (sorry, no cash or SAGE accounts). Students under grade 9 must have parent/guardian present to purchase during the school day.
All-School Calendar
All-School Calendar
Middle School Contacts
Middle School Contacts
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