Southwest Middle

Friday, December 20th

• Good morning, students! Just a reminder that Winter Break begins tomorrow and runs through Sunday, January 5th. Classes will resume on our regular schedule on Monday, January 6th. We wish you all a joyful holiday season with your family and loved ones. Enjoy your break, and we can’t wait to see you back in the new year!

Thursday, December 19th

• With just two days until winter break, let’s finish the week strong by showing kindness, respect, and positivity throughout the day. Remember that our actions matter, and it's important to continue to follow the school rules. Have a fantastic day!

Wednesday, December 18th

• Congratulations to our band students for their performance last night. Each grade level did an outstanding job. A special shout out goes to the 7th grade small ensemble for their performance. This is our final concert of the season, and we look forward to the spring!
  

Tuesday, December 17th

• Tonight our band will perform their holiday concert at Southwest High School. The performance begins at 6:00pm, and there is no cost for admission. We look forward to seeing you there!
  

Monday, December 16th

• On Saturday, our wrestling team traveled to Jacksonville High School to compete in the Onslow County Middle School Athletic Conference Tournament. Alejandro BonelAcevedo, Ahmeer Moore, and Kartel Matthews battled fiercely to secure silver medals, and Gabriel Pelsang brought home a bronze medal. When you see these athletes, please congratulate them.

Friday, December 13th

• Congratulations to our orchestra students for their outstanding performance at last night's concert. Each grade level did an outstanding job. Our final winter concert will be the SWMS Holiday Band Concert next Tuesday at Southwest High School. The show begins at 6:00pm and admission is free. We look forward to seeing you there, and we celebrate the talents of these students.

• Come out to support the National Junior Honor Society this afternoon by attending the Second Annual Powerpuff Football Game. The game begins at 3:30pm, and admission is $5 at the gate. Please have your ride here promptly at 4:30pm.

Thursday, December 12th

• All students participating in the Powderpuff game need to bring their permission forms to Mrs. Records (Byrd). Come out and support the National Junior Honors' Society tomorrow from 3:30pm to 4:30pm! The girls will be playing flag football, and the boys will be cheering. Admission is $5 at the gate.

• Students, don't forget that interim reports go out on Monday. Give your parents the best Christmas present by ensuring that you have no missing work and passing grades in all classes!

Wednesday, December 11th

• Congratulations to all our choir students for their wonderful performance last night. Each grade level sounded amazing, and we are fortunate to have so many talented students. We look forward to tomorrow night when our orchestra students showcase their skills. Their concert will be held at Southwest High School and begins at 6:00pm. Admission is free, and we look forward to seeing you there to celebrate.

• Students, don't forget our 2nd Annual Powderpuff Football game will take place on Friday immediately after school. Admission is $5, and we look forward to seeing you there.

• Our Colt Freshie sale will take place during enrichment through the end of the week. They are on sale for $5, and we offer Little Debbie Tree lookalikes for $10. If you spend $20 on freshies, you get one for free!

• Students, don't forget that interim reports go out on Monday. Give your parents the best Christmas present by ensuring that you have no missing work and passing grades in all classes!

Tuesday, December 10th

• Football, softball, wrestling, girls soccer, and cheer athletes interested in participating in the Powderpuff game on Friday should attend the mandatory practice session after school today. Please see Ms. Byrd in room 308 for more information.

• The SWMS Choir will perform tonight at SWHS. The concert begins at 6:00pm, and we look forward to seeing you there.

• Christmas is only 15 days away, with only 9 school days left until break! Take advantage of the Colt Spice Freshie sale this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during enrichment in the cafeteria. The freshies would be a perfect addition to your mom or dad’s car, any small space, or even a friend's athletic bag to make it smell like winter. They are on sale for $5, and we offer Little Debbie Tree lookalikes for $10. If you spend $20 on freshies, you get one for free! Come see us and benefit from a unique gift made special by your very own adaptive classmates!

Monday, December 9th

• Football, softball, wrestling, girls soccer, and cheer athletes interested in participating in the Powderpuff game on Friday should attend the mandatory practice session after school tomorrow. Please see Ms. Byrd in room 308 for more information.

Friday, December 6th

• This is a friendly reminder that tonight is our Family Holiday Game Night on Friday. Students with their parents are welcome to attend this free event. We will have our Colt Spice freshies on sale during the evening. They are a perfect gift for someone special.
  

Thursday, December 5th

• Students, don't forget to bring your families out for Family Holiday Game Night on Friday. If you have any younger siblings, be sure that your parents bring them to join in the fun!

Wednesday, December 4th

• Students, don't forget to bring your families out for Family Holiday Game Night on Friday. There will be minute-to-win-it games, and a chance for you to show your creativity by decorating an ornament and cupcake. We look forward to seeing you there with your family. If you have any younger siblings, be sure that your parents bring them to join in the fun!

Tuesday, December 3rd

• Students with basketball eligibility questions should email Coach Thompson their question. This is a friendly reminder regarding second semester eligibility. Any student wishing to play sports must pass 70% of their first semester classes and be in attendance 85% of the first semester with no distinction being made between excused and unexcused absences.

Monday, December 2nd

• Students, don't forget to bring your families out for Family Holiday Game Night on Friday. We look forward to kicking off the holiday season with you by playing Christmas-themed holiday games.

• Eligible students interested in trying out for basketball should sign up in the front office. For questions regarding eligibility please see Coach Thompson.
  

Thursday, November 27th - Friday, November 28th

• Thanksgiving Holiday. Have a happy Thanksgiving with family and loved ones.
  

Wednesday, November 27th

• Teacher Workday- No school for students.

Tuesday, November 26th

• Attention wrestlers! There is no wrestling practice today. Please practice your wrestling and conditioning during the break. Have a happy Thanksgiving break.

• Students, this is a friendly reminder that there will be no school for students for the rest of the week due to the teacher workday and the Thanksgiving holiday. We hope you have a wonderful time with family and loved ones and look forward to welcoming you back on Monday! Enjoy your break!

Monday, November 25th

• Thank you to all of our staff and students who donated to our Thanksgiving Food Drive. In total, 689 items were donated, including canned foods, snacks, and pre-made meals. The winning 8th-grade homeroom teacher is Mr. Goans with 102 items. Ms. Powers came in second place with 87 items. The winning 7th-grade homeroom teacher is Ms. Petrock with 77 items. Ms. Lynch came in second place with with 17. The winning 6th-grade homeroom teacher is Mr. Davis with 166 items. Ms. Lester came in second place with 40 items. The winning homeroom teachers will be wearing a turkey costume for the entire school day tomorrow.
  

• There will be an informational meeting for the SWMS Chess Club on Tuesday, November 26th, right after school until 4:00pm. Interested students should sign up in the front office. If you are unable to attend, please email Ms. Herdering for additional information.
  

• Today is the last day to purchase a Turkey Gram and give thanks to a special someone in your life.
  

• Today we host our last home games for wrestling and girls soccer. The games start at 4:00pm, and admission is only $5.00. We look forward to seeing you there.
  

Friday, November 22nd

• Students, Monday is the last day to purchase your Turkey Gram during lunch. Be sure to send a special thank you to someone special!
  

Thursday, November 21st

• Students, don't forget to purchase your Turkey Gram during enrichment or lunch. They are on sale from now until Monday!

• Attention Math 1 students! Don't forget that Mr. Strope will hold a parent and student interest session in the Media Center at 5:30pm tonight regarding admission to the Early College.
  

Wednesday, November 20th

• There will be an informational meeting for the SWMS Chess Club on Tuesday, November 26th, right after school until 4pm. The chess club is open to all students! If you don't know how to play chess, this is a great chance to learn. The chess team will be chosen from 7th and 8th grade members of the chess club in January before tournaments begin. 6th graders, this is a great chance to learn and get some experience before you are eligible to join the team in 7th grade. There is a sign-up sheet in the office for all interested students. Please see Ms. B, our band teacher, if you can't attend the meeting!

• This is a reminder that the Thanksgiving Food Drive is taking place this week. The teacher with the most donations per grade will be wearing an inflatable turkey costume next Tuesday on the 26th. The current leading 8th-grade homeroom is Ms. Powers with 45; the leading 7th-grade homeroom is Ms. Lynch with 17, and the leading 6th-grade homeroom is Mr. Davis with 27. The current runner-up homerooms are Ms. Duhaney-Reece with 40, Ms. Leo with 15, and Ms. Petrock with 10. All donations are due by Friday. Please only bring canned food or non-perishable items.

• The Power Puff football game originally scheduled for this Friday, November 22nd, has been postponed until December 13th. Football, softball, wrestling, cheer, and girls soccer players interested in playing or cheering should see Ms. Byrd for more information. An interest session will be held after Thanksgiving Break for those interested in participating.

• SWMS AVID will be selling Turkey Grams beginning today through Monday, November 25th, during enrichment and lunches. Send the people you're thankful for a pencil and message in time for Turkey Day. They will be delivered on Tuesday morning during homeroom.

Tuesday, November 19th

• Congratulations to Ms. Powers! Ms. Powers won our Thanksgiving Word Search competition by finding 84 official words. Ms. Arfsten came in 2nd with 83 words found, and Mr. Matt placed 3rd with 81 words. There are 97 official Thanksgiving words on display in the Media Center windows. Unofficially, there were many more. Ms. Herdering found the most total words, with 117.

• Join the Fun at the NJHS 2nd Annual Powder Puff Game! Friday, November 22nd, from 3:30pm-4:30pm at SWMS Soccer Field. Admission is $5 at the gate. Girls softball, softball, and cheerleaders will be the plays and join in the action! The football players and wrestlers will show their spirit on the sidelines as our powder puff cheerleaders! Those interested in participating need to attend the practice session today from 3:30pm-4:30pm in room 308.

• SWMS AVID will be selling Turkey Grams this Wednesday through Monday, November 25th, during enrichment and lunches. Send the people you are thankful for a pencil and message in time for Turkey Day! They will be delivered on Tuesday morning during homeroom.

Monday, November 18th

• Join the fun at the NJHS 2nd Annual Powder Puff Game! Friday, November 22nd, from 3:30pm-4:30pm at SWMS Soccer Field. Admission is $5 at the gate. Girls softball, soccer, and cheerleaders are welcome to join the playing action! Football players and wrestlers, show your spirit on the sidelines as our Powder Puff cheerleaders! Those interested in participating need to attend the practice session on Tuesday, November 19th, from 3:30pm-4:30pm in room 308.

Friday, November 15th

• Attention students. Monday is makeup picture day. If you were absent on the first picture day or you are having your photo retaken, you will be called down to have your picture taken.

• Cheer, wrestling, and girls soccer photos will also be after school on Monday. Wrestlers should bring their shorts, top, and jacket for the pictures.

• There is no wrestling practice after school today. Wrestlers if you need to call home, please get a pass from your teacher to come to the office.
  

Thursday, November 14th

• There are no new announcements. Have a great day Colts!

Wednesday, November 13th

• There are no new announcements. Have a great day Colts!
  

Tuesday, November 12th

• Attention students: Tomorrow we have home wrestling and girls soccer matches against Dixon Middle. The games start at 4:00pm, and admission is only $5.00. We look forward to seeing you there to cheer on our Colts!

Monday, November 11th

• Veteran's Day Holiday- No school for staff or students.
  

Friday, November 8th

• Congratulations to the following winners of the 2024 Red Ribbon Week Poster Contest:

• Best use of theme: "Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free"

• 6th grade: Ms Sanchez

• 8th grade: Mrs Evilsizor

• This is a friendly reminder that there is no school on Monday due to the Veteran's Day holiday. This is a time to honor all veterans. Southwest Middle has several veterans on our staff: Ms. Boone, Mr. Davis, Ms. Evans, Ms. Fontaness, Ms. Gibbs, Ms. Hanna, Mr. Hicks, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Lopez, Ms. Lynch, Mr. Matt, Ms. Records, Ms. Reese, Mr. Richardson, Mr. Rivers, and Mr. Schroepfer. Please remember to thank them for their service.

Thursday, November 7th

• The girls soccer team has started out amazing this season, winning their first two games! On Monday, the girls won over JCMS 5-3. The leading scorers were Liliana Artiga with three goals, and Giuliana Pledger and Selena Cancel with one goal each. On Wednesday, the girls fought hard and won 1-0 over Trexler Middle. Jaelyn Jones had the lone goal, blasting it over the goalie's head on a free kick. Our next game is Wednesday, November 13 against Dixon Middle. Please come out and support the girls!

Wednesday, November 6th

• Today is our first home wrestling and girls soccer matches of the season. Admission is only $5.00, and we look forward to seeing you there.
  

Tuesday, November 5th

• Congratulations to the girls soccer team for their win against JCMS yesterday with a score of 5-3. Great job ladies!

Monday, November 4th

• The MATHCOUNTS meeting scheduled for after school today has been cancelled.

• Today our wrestling and girls soccer teams travel to JCMS for their first games of the season. We look forward to them kicking off the season and hope to see you there.
  

Friday, November 1st

• Attention all mathletes! There will be a MATHCOUNTS meeting after school on Monday in Ms. Leo's classroom, room 110. The meeting will end at 4:00pm.

Thursday, October 31st

• It is the last day of Red Ribbon Week, and we want to thank you for your participation in supporting healthy, drug-free lifestyles. We hope you’ve really thought about the meaning of this year’s theme: Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free—and how making healthy choices will help you achieve your goals in life. We only want the best for you and can’t wait to see what you can achieve!

• We are collecting new socks for our SWMS Sock Drive to help those in need stay warm and comfortable this winter. Why Socks? Socks are one of the most needed but least donated items at shelters. Clean, dry socks help prevent blisters and foot diseases. Warm socks can make a big difference during cold months. Every pair of socks counts! Whether you can donate one pair or a whole pack, your contribution will make someone's day a little brighter and their feet a lot warmer. Give your socks to your homeroom teacher. Homeroom teachers and AVID students will be by on Fridays to pick up your socks. Thank you for your generosity and support. Let's put our best foot forward and make a difference in our community!

• All football players interested in joining the wrestling team should contact Coach Davis or Coach Lopez today or come out to practice after school. We are in need of mid- to heavyweight class wrestlers. Come on out and learn how to wrestle and stay in shape for upcoming sports.

• Congratulations to the SWMS bands on a fantastic performance last night! We can’t wait to see them shine again at the holiday concert in December!

Wednesday, October 30th

• Southwest Middle loves our students, and we want you to lead happy, healthy, fun, and wonderful lives. We know that by making healthy choices, like staying drug-free, you are more likely to live the best life for you. So, take a moment to commit to yourself that you will continue to make healthy choices to ensure a brighter future. Reflect on our Red Ribbon Week theme as we finish our posters in homeroom this morning. Remember the theme: Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free.

• Students, this is a reminder that costumes will NOT be permitted tomorrow.

Tuesday, October 29th

• Happy Red Ribbon Week! Staying drug-free is an act of self-care. When we choose healthy habits, we choose to be the best versions of ourselves.

• Reminder: Today is the last day of the grading period. Be sure to have all your work turned in to your teachers.

• Our football team travels to New Bridge today to compete in their last game of the season. The game time is at 4:00pm, and we look forward to seeing you there!
  

Monday, October 28th

• Peer pressure can be tough, but kindness and confidence help us stand strong. Remember, you always have the power to say ‘no’ to things that aren’t good for you. You don’t have to use drugs to fit in; there are other ways to belong. Embrace your uniqueness, and let’s celebrate our differences together.

• Students don't forget that tomorrow is the end of the first grading period. Please make sure to have all completed work submitted to your teacher.
  

Friday, October 25th

• The Halloween dance is tonight from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. Students are not permitted to stay after school to wait for the dance. Costumes are encouraged, but they must meet dress code and have no full face paint or masks. Please have your ride drop you off at the gym entrance beginning at 5:00pm. No one will be admitted to the dance after 5:30pm. Also, be sure to have your ride here promptly at 7:00pm. Remember, students with ISS or OSS from October 3rd through today are ineligible to attend. Students are NOT permitted to wear their costumes today during school.

• Girls basketball open gym will be tomorrow from 4:00pm- 5:00pm. Boys basketball open gym will begin at 5:00pm. Eligible 7th and 8th grade students who have a current physical and parent participation form on file are invited to attend. Please be aware that this is NOT tryouts.

• Happy Red Ribbon Week! Did you know that being part of a supportive community helps prevent substance use? By spreading kindness and encouraging each other, we’re building a safer and healthier school.

Thursday, October 24th

• Red Ribbon Week reminds us that we all have the power to say ‘no’ to drugs and ‘yes’ to healthy habits. By saying drug-free, you are sending a message to yourself and others about how much you value yourself, your health, your community, and your future. When we choose kindness, we help create a school environment where everyone feels supported.

• Don't forget that the Halloween dance is tomorrow from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Students are not permitted to stay after school and wait for the dance. Please be sure to have your ride drop you off at the gym entrance by 5:30pm. There will be concessions available!

• NJHS members will kick off their service project this Saturday from 1:00pm-4:00pm. If you have any questions please look at the announcement in Teams or email/ask Mrs. Records.

Wednesday, October 23rd

• This week marks the kick-off of Red Ribbon Week. Did you know Red Ribbon Week started in honor of DEA Agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena, who gave his life fighting against drugs? Kick off the week by pledging to be kind to ourselves and others by making positive choices. The official Red Ribbon Week theme this year is “Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free”. The theme is a reminder that we are all empowered with shaping the communities around us through positivity, bravery, and strength.

• Students don't forget that tomorrow is the last day to purchase tickets for the dance. Please have your money turned in by the end of enrichment tomorrow or purchase your ticket online! The dance is Friday from 5:00pm-7:00pm.
  

Tuesday, October 22nd

• Don't forget to purchase your Halloween dance tickets. Thursday is the last day!
  

Monday, October 21st

• Don't forget that tryouts for wrestling and girls soccer begin today. Girls trying out for soccer should have cleats and shin guards and meet on the soccer field next to the gym at 3:30pm. Students trying out for wrestling will meet in the gym immediately after school.

• Thank you to everyone that has participated in our Spirit Week. Please remember to join us today for our last home football game of the season tonight at Southwest High School. The game begins at 6:00pm, and we look forward to you cheering on our Colts against Dixon. Tomorrow we will resume our standard dress code.

• Don't forget to purchase your ticket for the Halloween dance during enrichment. Tickets will be on sale through the end of the enrichment on Thursday and are only $5.00. Students may not have been assigned ISS or OSS by October 3rd to be eligible to attend. We will have food, drink, and other items for purchase in the concession stand during the dance.

Friday, October 18th

• The following students should report to the Media Center at this time for a Battle of the Books meeting: Jazzalyn Mays, Orion Poll, Sharon Martinez Carpio, Ryan Ljunggren, Laylah Alexander, Julia Bond, Amiyah Miller, and Robert Rhodes.

• Reminder: an open gym for boys and girls basketball will take place tomorrow from 2:00pm to 3:15pm. The open gym session will be for any eligible 7th and 8th graders who have a current physical and parent participation form on file. For clarification, this is NOT a tryout. Anyone who is eligible and wants to join, please email Coach Monk to let him know you are attending.

• Attention 7th and 8th grade girls. Soccer tryouts will start this Monday, October 21st, after school at 3:30pm. Everyone will meet out on the soccer field. Please remember to bring shin guards, cleats, water, and a soccer ball. Tryouts will be over at 5:00pm. Any questions, please reach out to Coach Fontaness or Coach Amanda. See you Monday!

• This is the final opportunity for those interested in managing the SWM wrestling team. Please email Mr. Davis today. Tryouts start this Monday immediately after school and will end at 5:15pm

• Students don't forget that Monday is our final day of Spirit Week. Everyone should dress in black and orange to celebrate our last home football game of the season!

Thursday, October 17th

• Open gym for boys and girls basketball will take place this Saturday, October 19th, from 2:00pm to 3:15pm. The open gym session will be for eligible 7th and 8th graders who have a current physical and parent participation form on file. For clarification, this is NOT a tryout. Anyone who is eligible and wants to attend, please email Coach Monk to let him know you are attending.

• There will be a Battle of the Books meeting tomorrow during enrichment.
  

• The Halloween Dance is next Friday. Don't forget to purchase your tickets during enrichment or online. They will only be available through Thursday! Costumes are encouraged, but full face masks and paint won't be permitted.
  

• Attention students: Don't forget that tomorrow is Dress Like a Teacher Day. Which teacher will you resemble most!

• Congratulations to our Lady Colts Softball Team for ending their season yesterday on a high note beating Brewster 17-1! The team ended their season with a record of 5-3. Great job girls!
  

Wednesday, October 16th

• Tickets for the Halloween dance go on sale tomorrow! Tickets are $5 each and will be sold during enrichment and online. The dance is next Friday, October 25th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. No one will be permitted to stay after school to wait for the dance. Students may not have been assigned ISS or OSS from October 3rd through October 25th to be eligible to attend. There will be no refunds once a ticket is sold.

• Attention students: Don't forget that tomorrow is Dynamic Duo Day. Who will you partner with for this? I won't who the best duo will be!
  

Tuesday, October 15th

• The wrestling team is looking for committed and responsible managers. If you would like to be a manager, email Mr. Davis and include your homeroom teacher's name. Wrestling tryouts begin on October 21st, after school until 5:15pm.

• Attention students! Don't forget that tomorrow is twin day. Find your bestie and dress alike!
  

Monday, October 14th

• Teacher Workday- No school for students
  

Friday, October 11th

• Attention students: This is a friendly reminder that Monday is a teacher workday, and there is no school for students.
  

Thursday, October 10th

• Reminder: If you are interested in trying out for girls soccer or wrestling, with your teacher's permission please sign up in the front office. For questions regarding eligibility, please email Coach Thompson.

Wednesday, October 9th

• Attention students: Don't forget that tomorrow is school picture day. Be mindful when getting ready in the morning that everyone will have their picture taken regardless of purchase for yearbook purposes.
  

Tuesday, October 8th

• Attention students: This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow is an early release day. If you are a car rider, please be sure to have your ride here at 11:40am.

• Congratulations to the Lady Colts softball team for their win yesterday against Hunters Creek Middle School with a score of 10-4. The team has one final game next Wednesday at Brewster, and we want nothing more than a win for them to finish out the season!

Monday, October 7th

• Congratulations to our 7th grade for winning the race to get the highest percentage of Impact Aid cards returned. It was a close match with only two cards separating the grade levels.

• Reminder: If you are interested in trying out for girls soccer or wrestling, please sign up in the front office. For questions regarding eligibility, please email Coach Thompson.

Friday, October 4th

• PBIS is hosting the annual Halloween Dance on Friday, October 25th, from 5pm-7pm in the gym. Admission is only $5.00. Students will be allowed to wear costumes as long as they meet the dress code policy. Full-face paint and masks are not permitted. Tickets go on sale on October 17th and will be sold online and in the morning during enrichment until the 24th. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. Students who receive ISS or OSS between October 3rd and October 25th will not be allowed to attend the dance. There will be NO refunds for those no longer able to attend!

• Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls who are interested in playing girls soccer. Tryouts will start on October 21st! There will be a sign-up sheet in the front office. Please make sure that you have a current physical and that you are academically eligible. If there are any questions about eligibility, please see Coach Thompson. Soccer cleats and shin guards are required for tryouts, and your own soccer ball is encouraged. Any questions, please see Coach Fontaness in room 205 or Coach Smith in 202! Hope to see you there!

• All 7th and 8th grade students interested and eligible for wrestling, please sign up in the office. We are looking for wrestlers of all shapes and sizes to help fill the 18 wrestling weight classes. Wrestling tryouts begin Oct. 21st, after school until 5:15pm. Athletes must be academically eligible to participate and have a current physical on file. The wrestling team has new uniforms this year for those that prefer wearing shorts instead of the normal wrestling attire. For any questions about wrestling, please speak with Coach Davis or Coach Lopez. For questions regarding eligibility, please see Coach Thompson.

Thursday, October 3rd

• Congratulations to Ms. Arfsten's homeroom for being the first 6th grade homeroom to return all their impact aid cards. Students we need your card back by tomorrow! If you have lost your card, please see the front office for a replacement copy.

Wednesday, October 2nd

• All 7th and 8th grade students interested and eligible for wrestling, please sign up in the office. We are looking for wrestlers of all shapes and sizes to help fill the 18 wrestling weight classes. Wrestling tryouts begin Oct. 21st, after school until 5:15pm. Athletes must be academically eligible to participate and have a current physical on file. The wrestling team has new uniforms this year for those that prefer wearing shorts instead of the normal wrestling attire. For any questions about wrestling, please speak with Coach Davis or Coach Lopez. For questions regarding eligibility, please see Coach Thompson.

Tuesday, October 1st

• Congratulations to Ms. Evilsizor's homeroom for being the first 8th grade homeroom to return all their impact aid cards. Mr. Schroepfer's homeroom has also done a fantastic job and returned 100% of their cards. We're still waiting on a homeroom in 6th grade to return all their cards! Who will be the winner? Overall, you are doing a fantastic job getting these returned. Keep up the great work. If you still have to return your card, please get it to us by Friday. If you have lost your card, please see the front office for a replacement copy.

Monday, September 30th

• Students, this is a friendly reminder that interim reports go home next Monday. Be sure to ask your teachers about any missing assignments that may need to be submitted.
  

Friday, September 27th

• Congratulations to Ms. Petrock's homeroom for being the first homeroom to return all their signed Impact Aid cards. Who will be the first homeroom in the other grade levels? Students, please remember to return your card as soon as possible.
  

Thursday, September 26th

• The 7th grade has taken the lead in the race to return Impact Aid Cards! Please make sure that you return your cards as soon as possible. If you have lost your card, please see Ms. Mitchell in the front office for a replacement copy.

Wednesday, September 25th

• Students remember to turn in your signed Impact Aid card to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible. Right now, our 8th grade students are in the lead with the highest percentage of returned cards!

Tuesday, September 24th

• Congratulations to the Lady Colts softball team for their dominating win over Northwoods Park Middle School yesterday with a score of 16-1!
  

• Students remember to turn in your signed Impact Aid card to your homeroom teacher as soon as possible.

Monday, September 23rd

• Students who are participating in Battle of the Books should have finished their third book this past weekend and turned in their third exit ticket before the end of the day. The first round of cuts will be tomorrow. See Mr. Rhodes today if you have any questions or concerns.

• Attention teachers and students. We will return to homeroom at the end of the day to hand out Impact Aid Cards. Please do not send students back to homeroom until you hear the announcement to do so.

  
  

Friday, September 20th

• Due to scheduling conflicts, cheer practice has been canceled for today. If you are a cheerleader and need to call home, please get permission from your teacher to come to the office.
  

Thursday, September 19th

• Attention AVID students: The AVID Contract Signing will be held on Tuesday, September 24th at 5:00pm in the cafeteria. Please be sure to remind your parents.

• The football game against Dixon has been rescheduled to Monday, October 21st at SWHS. The Brewster game will be moved to Wednesday, October 23rd at Brewster. Both games are scheduled to start at 6:00pm.
  

Wednesday, September 18th

• Students who are trying out for Battle of the Books should have finished two books by now. Please make sure that you are on track to finish your third book by Monday, September 23rd. First round of cuts to the BOB team will be on Tuesday, September 24th.

• Don't forget your $5 for your dance!!! Tomorrow is the last day to purchase tickets. Get your money in by the end of enrichment on Thursday.

Tuesday, September 17th

• The home football game scheduled for today has been cancelled. A makeup date will be announced a later time.

• Students don't forget that tomorrow is an early release day. School dismisses at 11:40am.
  

• Don't forget your $5 for your dance!!! There are only two days left to purchase tickets. Get your in money by the end of enrichment on Thursday.

Monday, September 16th

• Don't forget your $5 for your dance!!! Tickets will only be sold Tuesday through Thursday this week during enrichment. Don't miss out on our fun first dance of the year!!! Students that have been assigned ISS (excluding dress code) or OSS from September 9th through the day of the dance are ineligible to attend.

• The SWMS MATHCOUNTS Team is recruiting members for students that love challenging problems and are passionate about math. If you are interested in joining, please email Mrs. Leo (Alexandria.Leo@onslow.k12.nc.us) for further information. The meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed.

• Today is interim report day. Students don't forget to take home your progress report to your parents.
  

Friday, September 13th

• Don't forget your $5 for your dance!!! Tickets will be sold next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Don't miss out on our fun first dance of the year!!! Students that have been assigned ISS or OSS from September 9th through the day of the dance are ineligible to attend.

• The SWMS MATHCOUNTS Team is recruiting members for students that love challenging problems and are passionate about math. Interested students will meet in Room 110 after school on Sept. 17. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Leo (Alexandria.Leo@onslow.k12.nc.us) for further information.

Thursday, September 12th

• The SWMS MATHCOUNTS Team is recruiting members for students that love challenging problems and are passionate about math. Interested students will meet in Room 110 after school on Sept. 17. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Leo (Alexandria.Leo@onslow.k12.nc.us) for further information.

• Don't forget your $5 for your dance ticket tomorrow!!! Tickets will be sold tomorrow and next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Don't miss out on our fun first dance of the year!!!

Wednesday, September 11th

• The SWMS MATHCOUNTS Team is recruiting members for students that love challenging problems and are passionate about math. Interested students will meet in Room 110 after school on Sept. 17. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Leo (Alexandria.Leo@onslow.k12.nc.us) for further information.

• Our school dance is next Friday after school, and tickets went on sale today during enrichment. Be sure to bring your $5 by the 19th. Remember that no tickets will be sold at the door, and you may not have been assigned ISS or OSS from September 9th up to and including the day of the dance. There are no refunds for those unable to attend!

• Today is Patriot Day and marks the 23 year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93 which crashed in suburban Pennsylvania. Today, we honor the brave Americans who met the terror of September 11th with extraordinary acts of courage and sacrifice. Please join us for a moment of silence as a remembrance of the lives lost on that September morning.

Tuesday, September 10th

• This is a friendly reminder that the football game will be held at SWHS tonight beginning at 6:00pm. Admission $5 and concessions will be available. We look forward to seeing our students cheer on our Colts!

• The SWMS Band is hosting a Back to School/Fall Dance on September 20th from dismissal until 5:15pm. Admission is $5, with concessions available. Tickets will be sold during enrichment starting tomorrow through Friday, and the 17th – 19th. No tickets will be sold at the door, and you must purchase yours by the end of enrichment on September 19th. To attend, you may not have been assigned ISS or OSS from September 9th up to and including the day of the dance. No refunds will be given for students no longer able to attend.

• Are you passionate about math? Do you love solving challenging problems and competing with others who share your interest? If you answered yes, then the MATHECOUNTS Team is perfect for you! Students interested will meet in Room 110 after school on Sept. 17th. Please email Mrs. Leo for further information.

Monday, September 9th

• This week SWMS hosts its first home games of the season. Softball plays today at 4:00pm against Trexler, and our football team hosts Trexler at SWHS tomorrow night at 6:00pm. There is no cost for admission for softball, and admission to the football is $5 and concessions will be available. We look forward to seeing our students cheer on our Colts!

• The SWMS Band is hosting a Back to School/Fall Dance on September 20th from dismissal until 5:15pm. Admission is $5, with concessions available. Tickets will be sold during enrichment the 11th - 13th and the 17th – 19th. No tickets will be sold at the door, and you must purchase yours by the end of enrichment on September 19th. To attend, you may not have been assigned ISS or OSS from September 9th up to and including the day of the dance. No refunds will be given for students no longer able to attend.

Friday, September 6th

• Students who would like to participate in the Battle of the Books Team should finish their first book by Monday of next week and turn in their first exit ticket to Mr. Rhodes. If you do not have a book yet, then please come to the Media Center and pick one out today.

• Congratulations to the Lady Colts Softball Team for their dominating win yesterday against JCMS with a score of 15-1!
  

Thursday, September 5th

• Good morning Colts. Today, our softball team plays away against Jacksonville Commons Middle. The game begins at 4:00pm. Admission is free, and we hope to see you there!

Wednesday, September 4th

• Today is an exciting day for the SWMS Athletic Department. Our football team kicks off the 2024-25 season with an away game against Jacksonville Commons Middle. The game will be held at Northside and begins at 5:00pm. Admission is only $5.00, and we look forward to seeing everyone there to cheer on our Colts!

Tuesday, September 3rd

• The Battle of the Books Team will have an opening meeting tomorrow, September 4th. Students interested in participating should report to the Media Center at 7:45am. Please see Mr. Rhodes in the Media Center if you have any questions.

Monday, September 2nd

• Labor Day Holiday- No school for staff and students.

Friday, August 30th

• Students this is a friendly reminder that all paperwork needs to be returned as soon as possible. Your laptop MAY NOT go home until we receive your signed 1:1 Form. This is double-sided, and both of the sides need to be signed. A special shout out goes to the 7th grade homerooms for having the highest percentage of forms returned!

• Students and staff please remember that there is no school this Monday, September 2nd due to Labor Day. We hope everyone enjoys their long holiday weekend.
  

Thursday, August 29th

• Students this is a friendly reminder that all paperwork needs to be returned. Your laptop MAY NOT go home until we receive your signed 1:1 Form. This is double-sided, and both of the sides need to be signed.

Wednesday, August 28th

• Students this is a friendly reminder that all paperwork needs to be returned. Today we will begin laptop distribution, and your laptop MAY NOT go home until we receive your signed 1:1 Form. This is double-sided, and both of the sides need to be signed.

Tuesday, August 27th

• Students this is a friendly reminder that all paperwork needs to be returned. Tomorrow we will begin laptop distribution, and your laptop MAY NOT go home until we receive your signed 1:1 Form. This is double-sided, and both of the sides need to be signed.
  

• Any eligible 7th and 8th grade students that are interested in trying out for softball, need to report the softball field after the last bus is called. Be sure to have your glove, cleats, and water bottle. A current physical must be on file. AFTERNOON UPDATE: Softball tryouts have been cancelled for today.
  

Monday, August 26th

• Welcome back students! We are glad to have you here. Please make sure that you know how you are getting home, and your bus number if you are riding the bus. If you are not sure of your bus number, please let a teacher know. They will be able to look it up for you.

• Any eligible 7th and 8th grade students that are interested in trying out for softball, need to report the softball field after the last bus is called. Be sure to have your glove, cleats, and water bottle. A current physical must be on file.