Sierra Community Weekly Update
February 12 - February 16, 2024
This Week at Sierra
- Monday, 2/12 -
- High school open houses for current 8th graders
- Tuesday, 2/13 -
- Girls' Soccer @5:00 pm on PVD2
- Wednesday, 2/14 -
- Advisory Reward Activity for Students with No F's: Costa Rica trip will have a small snack bar.
- Progress reports sent home.
- Roadrunner Rally Lovin' Leadership student-led conference @ MHS
- Boys' basketball games @Sierra, 5:30- SMS S - CMS S
- Thursday, 2/15-
- Next Steps Planning/Parent Conference Day, 4:30-7
- Friday, 2/16 -
- Girls Soccer practice at 12:00 pm
- Come out and support the Sierra Magnets! It is family night at Papa Johns! Use the PROMO code below and order from home!
- Saturday, 2/17 -
- Boys' basketball games @Sierra, 9:45- SMS S - ZMS D, 11:00- SMS - CMS
- Girls' soccer @Sierra, 11:30- Falcons vs. Cougars
Upcoming dates:
- Feb 19 - Presidents' Day: No Students or Staff
- Feb 20 - Remote Learning Day, Staff work day, no students on campus.
- Feb 22 - Staff Yoga Class @ 4:15 pm in the fitness room
- Feb 22 - Pre-MPA Band Concert @ 6:00 pm in the Gym
- Feb 27 - Spring Picture Day
- Feb 28 - 6th grade hearing and vision screening
- Feb 29 - Come to Applebee's on Thursday, February 29th for lunch or dinner! You have to eat anyway and 15% of all proceeds will go to support Sierra's Magnet Programs. You must mention that you are from Sierra!
- Feb 29 - Parent Presentation "Drug Awareness Presentation" @5:30 in the library.
Valentine's Day 💖
Valentine's Day (Feb. 14) is right around the corner. To minimize disruptions to the learning environment, we do not allow gifts being delivered to school. If you were planning to send or receive a Valentine's gift to school, you need to make alternative arrangements. Students should not be bringing large gifts or balloons for one another. Items will be placed in the front office for the duration of the school day.
Thank you for understanding the school to maintain a productive learning environment for everyone.
Mrs. Rhee,
Congratulations on being named Sierra Teacher of the Year!
Mrs. Lujan,
Congratulations on being named Sierra Educational Personnel of the Year!
FFA Quiz bowl team got 2nd place! 🏆
The Sierra FFA chapter traveled to Albuquerque to compete in the 2024 state quiz bowl contest. The team consisted of Hogan White, Solomon Ragosto, Christopher Valdez, and Logan Fetherlin. The boys took 2nd place out of 20 teams! Super proud of all their hard work!”
Welcome to our new staff members!
Spring Picture Day
FYI+ Partnership
On February 20th, FYI+ will be joining us to discuss their upcoming partnership with our campus. Through a grant, we will be working with them to target and decrease instances of violence at our school and a few other campuses in our district. They will go into details and be available for questions on this date.
Library Announcement
Please check student backpacks and bedrooms for missing library books! Payments for lost books can be made in the SMS front office or online through ParentVue "Fines" link.
eSports Announcement
Practice Schedule
Smash Teams: Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:00pm -5:00pm.
Mario Kart teams: Thursdays from 4:00pm-5:00pm.
Rocket League team: Tuesday -Thursday from 4:00pm-5:00pm
League of Legends: Tuesday -Thursday from 4:00pm-5:00pm
This week we are recognizing our Smash Teams:
Falcon Punch, The Maroon Smashers, Maroon Falcon Punch, and Sierra Smashers!
eSports Booster Club meeting: Tuesday Feb 13 After Practice
If you have any questions please email Ms. Martinez at: emartinez7@lcps.net
SMS Basketball Schedule
SMS Soccer Schedule
DC/NY trip
Trip Dates: 3/15/2024 - 3/20/2024 Sign up at worldstrides.com/register using Trip ID #: 210275
For more information: Questions?
Contact: Tim Hall at thall@lcps.net
Graduate Profile Word of the Month
Graduate Profile Focus for February is Honest.
- Honesty in a principal is fundamental for creating a positive and ethical school culture, fostering trust, and promoting the well-being of the entire school community. They should be open to receiving feedback from teachers, students, and parents. This willingness to listen and consider different perspectives fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Principals play a significant role as role models. Demonstrating honesty in their own behavior sets the tone for ethical conduct throughout the school.
- Consistency in behavior and expectations is a hallmark of honest teachers. Students benefit from knowing what to expect, and consistent honesty builds a sense of security and trust in the classroom. Honest teachers genuinely care about the well-being of their students. They take the time to understand individual needs, listen to concerns, and provide support when necessary.
- Honesty is a crucial trait for students as it forms the foundation for academic success, personal growth, and ethical behavior. Honest students adhere to academic integrity by submitting their own work, avoiding plagiarism, and giving credit to others for their ideas. They take pride in their achievements and value the learning process. Honest students serve as positive role models for their peers. They demonstrate the importance of honesty through their actions and contribute to the creation of a trustworthy and respectful school community.
Sierra After School Programs
Mondays- Student Council
Tuesdays- Yearbook, Animal Care
Wednesdays- FFA, Archery
Thursdays-Tutoring, Chess, Animal Care