Summerour Blue Devil Blast

Volume 3, Issue 34 - April 19, 2024
Dr. Looney's Message
Important Dates
Upcoming Dates
- April 20 - Social Studies Bootcamp
- April 22-24 - GMAS: English/Language Arts
- April 25 - Norcross Cluster Art Show (@ Norcross HS)
- April 25/26 - GMAS: Mathematics
- April 27 - Social Studies Bootcamp
- April 30 - GMAS: Science
- May 1 - GMAS: Social Studies
- May 2 - Spring Chorus Concert
- May 2/3 - GMAS: Enhanced Algebra
- May 6-10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 7 - Spring Orchestra Concert (7)
- May 9 - PTA Meeting
- May 9 - International Night
- May 9 - Spring Orchestra Concert (8)
- May 11 - Band Field Trip
Testing
Testing Starts Next Week
- April 22-24 - GMAS, English/Language Arts
- April 25-26 - GMAS, Math
- April 30 - GMAS, Science
- May 1 - GMAS, Social Studies
- May 2-3 - GMAS, Enhanced Algebra (8th grade only)
Please ensure that your child is here and ready to test on the dates above. For more information about Georgia Milestones, or any other test administered in GCPS, please refer to the Accountability and Assessment webpage.
New & This Week
Broadcom Award for Coding Project
One of OUR students, A. Cruz, did an amazing job on a computer-coding science project. It was good.
How good was it? Mr. Cruz' project caught the attention of Broadcom and he was awarded a certificate for his efforts. Thank you, Broadcom, and thank you Mr. Cruz for doing such amazing work.
If you see him around, be sure to congratulate him.
Community Football Registration
Register online at Norcross Athletics for summer football and cheerleading.
Norcross Youth Athletic Association
211 South Cemetery Street
Norcross, GA 30071
In partnership with Gwinnett Parks & Recreation, a member of GFL Sports, Inc.
International Night
May 9, 2024
6pm - 7:30pm
Music * Dancing * Prizes * Culture * Food * Fun
Represent your country by sharing food, costumes, music, souvenirs, flags, etc....
Rising 6th Grade Parent Night
We welcomed OUR rising 6th graders and their families to Summerour last night (Thursday, April 18). Thanks to all the staff and all of OUR current parents who decorated and made this event a possibility. It was a great evening greeting OUR new families.
Thank You, Perimeter Church
Thank you to Perimeter church who spends a lot of time and effort in supporting Summerour Middle School. We truly appreciate what they do. Here are some of the people who spearhead their efforts visiting OUR garden with Ms. Fey.
Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp
A. Worley Brown Boys & Girls Club
Summer Camp Registration
Monday - Friday
1-3pm and 5-7pm
By Appointment Only
Weekly Themes & Challenges; STEM & STEAM; Sports, Music, Art, Dance, Cheer, Field Trips, & more...
Ages 6 - 18
High School Teens are free!
Required Docs - English
Required Docs - Spanish
Grade Level News
Welcome to 6th Grade!
Ms. Belinda Terry
6th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Tannia Wood
6th Grade Counselor
Junior Achievement (JA) Biztown
This week we have been sending OUR 6th graders to JA Biztown, which is an economic training facility housed at Discovery High School in Lawrenceville. Here are a few pictures of OUR students engaged at JA Biztown.
Welcome to 7th Grade!
Dr. Toni Weir
7th Grade Assistant Principal
Mr. Al Sadler
7th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Angelica Rosas
7th Grade Counselor
Welcome to 8th Grade!
Ms. Christy Gray
8th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Robin Blackwell
8th Grade Counselor
Ms. Allegra Morgan
Gear Up Counselor
Norcross High School Volleyball 2024
Informational Meeting
Tuesday, April 23
6:30 pm
Norcross High School
This informational meeting is for all new athletes (and parents) who are interested in trying out for volleyball in May for the 2024 season. This includes rising freshmen and those new to Norcross High School. At this meeting, we will go over the tryout process, discuss important dates, and give a quick overview of the upcoming summer and fall season.
Volleyball Tryouts
What: Volleyball Tryouts at Norcross HS
When: May 14th, 15th, and 16th for the 2024 season; 5:30-7:30
Where: Norcross HS Main Gym
*You must have a physical to try out for a team in high school.
**Check our Instagram, twitter, and/ the website for updates: NHSVolleyball.com
Parent Resources
GCPS Registration
Student Registration for the 2024-25
Student Registration for the 2024-25 school year began the first week of April. You may register online. After your student's online registration is complete, you will need to complete the enrollment process at your school.
Who needs to register? All kindergarten students and all new students enrolling in Gwinnett County Public Schools.
- Please note that students must be five years old on or before September 1, 2024, to register for the kindergarten 2024-2025 school year!
- If you need help determining which school your child will attend, visit Find My School on the district website.
Where can I register my child? Registration is 100% online. Student Registration for the 2024-25 school year begins April 8, 2024. Online registration for GCPS.
Do Current Students need to register for 2024-25? Current GCPS students who are moving will need to complete a change of status form.
Students who enrolled in a school under one of the conditions below will need to renew their form.
You can view the 2024-25 School Calendar on GCPS' website and download a copy to help you prepare for the new school year!
Summer Opportunities in Gwinnett
Gwinnett County has a ton of offerings for summer activities for your children. Click the pictures below to see some of them.
Norcross High Softball Parent Meeting
Norcross High Softball Tryouts
Norcross Youth Softball Summer Camp
Maxwell High Summer Adventures
Coding: Paul Duke STEM HS
Norcross Community Football & Cheer
Grayson Tech Career Academy
Step Team Competition (May 4)
Summerour Specific Information
Step Team & Blue Roses Visit Spelman
Two of OUR clubs, Step Team and Blue Roses, got together for a trip to Spelman College recently.
Summerour Tutoring
Tutoring is not available on GMAS testing days, Final Exam days, and scheduled Faculty Meeting days.
IB Learner Profile: Knowledgeable
IB learners are knowledgeable. They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
IB students are extraordinarily well prepared for the academic requirements of university coursework.