As we approach the end of the calendar year, it’s a wonderful time to reflect on the many accomplishments and memories we’ve created together at Jean Childs Young Middle School. There are always so many noteworthy things happening here, so be sure to keep an eye on this monthly newsletter, our website, and all of our social media outlets for events and announcements……you definitely do not want to miss out!! This will ensure that you can remain actively involved and always engaged.

December is a season of gratitude, celebration, and giving, and I am reminded daily of the incredible community we have here at our school. I could not be prouder to be a member of this Team and am beyond elated to be on this journey with you!!

This month brings not only the excitement of the holidays but also the opportunity for our students to finish the semester strong. Whether through class projects, winter performances, or acts of kindness within our community, our students continue to demonstrate resilience, creativity, and compassion.

As we prepare for winter break, I encourage families to take time to connect, recharge, and reflect on the successes of the first half of the school year. Together, we can support our students in setting goals for the months ahead and celebrating their growth and together, we are continuing to “Rebuild the Legacy” of Jean Childs Young Middle School every single day.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season!

Sincerely,

Ronald Garlington

Principal

On November 21st, twenty engineering students from Jean Childs Young Middle School embarked on an exciting field trip to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a backstage STEM tour. This immersive experience allowed students to explore the engineering marvels of the stadium, aligning with standards such as the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for understanding the principles of engineering design and sustainability. The tour included stops at the Atlanta United locker rooms, the field, the Window to the City, the Skybridges, and the exclusive Clubs, providing a comprehensive view of the stadium's infrastructure. Students made real-world connections to sustainability by learning about the stadium's eco-friendly design, including its use of renewable energy sources and water conservation systems. This hands-on experience not only enhanced their understanding of engineering concepts but also inspired them to consider the impact of sustainable practices in their future careers.

The purpose of the food drive is to engage the school community in service as action as well as engage in International mindedness by supporting the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals #2 Zero Hunger.

We have met 27% of our goal by logging 156,000 minutes! Encourage your students to read daily and log their minutes in Race 2 Read (Beanstack).

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is challenging all APS students to read every day for at least 20 minutes. Encourage your students to take on this challenge and complete their BINGO board for a chance to earn a #BijanReads Prize Pack! Students can download the BINGO card at BijanReads.com or log their minutes in Beanstack until December 11, 2024. Once they have completed the BINGO card, submit it online at Bijanreads.com.

So what does equitable support look like in action? The products on our platform help to serve the students in all aspects of their learning journey and they are tailored to meet students where they are at. This includes:

• Live Help tutoring sessions for students to work 1-1 with an expert tutor and get real time feedback on their work

• Paper Mission - an interactive and fun game that helps students practice their math skills

• Paper Live- engaging, interest based after school academic programming

• Review Center - for students to get personalized feedback on their writing, resumes, applications, and more

This commitment to equity is also why

• We are always free with all students and their families.

• 24/7 access and totally unlimited

• Available in english, spanish, french, and mandarin so students can get support in their different languages

The Goodr Grocery Store gives you a free way to supplement your family's weekly groceries. Hunger relief company, Goodr, has partnered with Atlanta Gas Light and Young Middle School to

bring this resource to the community.

Young Middle School has partnered with Project U-First to provide hygiene products to students in need. We are so grateful for the partnership. Daily we provide students with deodorant, undergarments, etc. so they can be successful throughout the day.

If you are seeking Tier 1 behavioral supports for your students, please use the following site: pbisworld.com

The site lists various behaviors and specific strategies to use with your Tier 1 students.

If you need assistance implementing any of the strategies, please contact our Behavior Specialist, Ms. Rainey via email at mrainey@apsk12.org

We encourage all parents to complete the 2024-2025 Parent Engagement Survey to weigh in on your school experience. Your responses to 20 short questions can help enhance our school community! The survey is open until December 20, so don't delay!

Email: youngms@apsk12.org
Website: www.atlantapublicschools.us/young
Location: 3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr. NW Atlanta, GA 30311
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Twitter: @apsyoungms