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The first full week of school has bee a successful one! The students continue to demonstrate they are learning the routine and structure of the school day. We are still working with many of them as their locker has been challenging, but all-in-all, the students are figuring out their day. I encourage our parents to talk with their child in order to see what they have liked about school so far and what is challenging to them. We know middle school can be hard, but our attitude is one in which we "handle hard better." If we Think Team, then all of us will move in the same direction and the students will experience success. Thank you for your partnership and support!

Parents are also encouraged to talk to their students about these initiatives we are using this school year:

• Common Commitments - Hallway, Classroom, Bathroom, Cafeteria
• Voice Levels
• Sells Seals
• Bus Bucks
• P.R.I.D.E. Tokens
• ROCK Period
• ROCK Rally

We have introduced the students to these ideas and we are excited to watch them all grow! We are going to challenge every student as we believe everyone can learn at high levels!

Have a great weekend! As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to me with your questions or concerns. Thank You!

Matt

Principal: Matt Sachtleben (sachtleben_matt@dublinschools.net)

Assistant Principal: Katy O'Neal (oneal_katy@dublinschools.net)

Here are the assignments for our school counselors this school year.

Last names A-F: Mrs. Erin Bissell (bissell_erin@dublinschools.net)

Last names G-M: Mrs. Jessica Lanka (lanka_jessica@dublinschools.net)

Last names N-Z: Mrs. Dawn Wolf (wolf_dawn@dublinschools.net)

If you missed Open House Night this week and would like to view the slide show that outlines our Multi-Tiered Student Support programming, click the button below. All parents can reach out to the individual Team Leader of the Team their child is on in order to learn more information about the classes their child will be completing this school year.

6th Grade:

Team 6-1 - Krista Holland - holland_krista@dublinschools.net

Team 6-2 - Britney Bohling - bohling_britney@dublinschools.net

7th Grade:

Team 7-1 - Melissa Voss - voss_melissa@dublinschools.net

Team 7-2 - Devon Lewis - lewis_devon@dublinschools.net

8th Grade:

Team 8-1 - Joe Phelan - phelan_joe@dublinschools.net

Team 8-2 - Matt Berner - berner_matthew@dublinschools.net

Related Arts - Ryan Sebastian - sebastian_ryan@dublinschools.net

As part of the planning for Bishop Elementary, Dublin City Schools needs to redistrict school boundaries. Redistricting will focus on incorporating the new school, balancing existing student populations, and accommodating future enrollment growth. Our school is one of eight that may be impacted by this redistricting. As such, parents are invited to join an upcoming public information webinar hosted by Cropper GIS, the third-party expert guiding the process for Dublin City Schools. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, August 27 at 7 PM via Zoom. During the session, Cropper GIS will walk you through their process and timeline for redistricting and explain how your input can help shape their work. The link to join the webinar will be shared in next week’s e-newsletter. It will also be posted on the district's redistricting webpage the day of the event. We hope to see you there.

I am asking parents for their support in making sure ALL students are meeting the expectations of the dress code policy as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. We realize the warmer weather is still with us, but students need to dress appropriately for school. Thank you for everyone's efforts with this. We appreciate the support in creating an environment conducive to student learning!

Here are few quick ideas that parents can help us with now that the students have a chromebook:

• Please remind your child to charge their chromebook each night so they are ready to use it at school.
• The protective cover that is in place on the chromebook can NOT be removed.
• When students use their school email, they can only email other students in the District or members of the teaching staff. NO outside email addresses will be recognized (and parents will not be able to email their child either).
• At any time there is an issue with the chromebook, students should bring the device to the Library in order to bring this to the attention of our Media Specialist.
• A $50 technology fee has been added to your PaySchools account. This must be paid each year the student has possession of the chromebook.
• Students are expected to take good care of their device!

Thank you all for helping your child understand the importance of taking care of this equipment as well as understanding the importance of the proper use of the different applications they will have access to throughout the school year.

If you are having issues accessing Infinite Campus Parent Portal, please reference the tutorials and frequently asked questions on our website.

For help with password resets, adding parents, updating contact information, and missing students, please contact the building.

Check a back-to-school box off your list by going ahead and filling out the Free and Reduced Meal Application for your students. Apply online through PaySchools Central or use one of our printable forms (translated in multiple languages) to submit your information.

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at sms_attendance@dublinschools.net

Or leave a voicemail at 614.718.8572

Please do not call the main line for attendance before 9:00am.

Please utilize the attendance EMAIL or attendance VOICEMAIL.

• Students MUST be in Rock period by 8:28am - Anytime after 8:28am is considered LATE and MUST sign in at the Main Office.
• LEAVING EARLY - A note from the parent/guardian should be given to Mrs. Stevenson (Attendance Secretary) first thing in the morning. She will give them a pass to leave class at the given time and your student will meet you in the Main Office at that time. You as the Parent/Guardian will need to come in to the office to sign them out.
• ARRIVING LATE - If your student is arriving late to school due to an appointment, they will need to sign in at the Main Office with Mrs. Stevenson. Medical appointments will be excused with a note from the medical provider.

The complete attendance policy is located in the Middle School Student Handbook on

pages 11-13.

Our Fall sports are in full swing!!! The kids have worked so hard all summer and their work is starting to pay off!

Our Volleyballers fell to two tough squads this week in Olentangy Berlin and Westerville Genoa. They will be back in action on Monday on the road at Beulah park Middle School in Grove City.

Our 7th Grade Football Team took down the Golden Shamrocks of Karrer by a score of 38-0. The 8th graders played a very hard fought game that came down to the very last play! The score ended in an 18-18 tie.

The Girls Tennis team is on a roll with two wins this week to start their season 2-0! They went on the road twice this week and defeated the Eagles of New Albany and Pickerington Lakeview 3-2 and 4-1 respectively.

Our District Girls Golf Team is also off to an undefeated start with a win over New Albany!

The Sells Athletics Schedule for next week is as follows:

Monday 8/26/24

7th/8th Grade Volleyball @ Beulah Park - 5:30/6:45 PM - Beulah Park Middle School

Girls Tennis @ Pickerington Ridgeview - 5:00 PM - PHSC Tennis Courts

Tuesday 8/27/24

Boys and Girls Cross Country vs Olentangy Hyatts - 5:00 PM - Ballantrae Park

Wednesday 8/28/24

Girls Tennis @ Upper Arlington Hastings - 5:00 PM - Hastings Middle School

7th Grade Football @ Eversole Run - 5:00 PM - Eversole Run Middle School

7th/8th Grade Volleyball vs Minerva Park - 5:00/6:15 PM - Sells Middle School

Thursday 8/29/24

8th Grade Football vs Eversole Run - 5:00 PM - Sells Middle School (ALL SCHOOL TAILGATE!!!)

Girls Tennis vs Jones - 5:00 PM - Karrer Middle School

GO ROCKS!!!!!

All students are invited to the All School Tailgate before the home 8th grade football game on Thursday, August 29th. The tailgate goes from 3:15pm until 5:00pm. We will provide pizza, snacks, yard games, and a DJ, while Kona Ice will be available for purchase.

We are seeking volunteers to assist with food and beverages. Donations can be delivered to the Office marked PTO from August 26th to August 28th. Please use the link below to sign up. Your support is greatly appreciated.

It’s that time! Our Fall Spirit Wear Sale has officially begun! We have a different design with new options this year, so make sure to check it out even if you have gear from last year. Our kids grow QUICK so grab some for their next size up or the whole family to support our awesome building!

Sells PTO has kicked off our annual DONATION ONLY drive as the only PTO fundraiser for this fall. We have several things planned for the students and teachers and they won't be possible without your support!

We are asking each family to donate $50 to allow us to continue to provide events and support for our students and teachers. Our goal for this year is $6,000.

It is easy to donate! Just click the button below or your child can drop off a check in the office in an envelope marked PTO Donation.

August 29 - All-School Tailgate (sponsored by PTO), 3:15-4:45pm

Annual Update Reminder

If you have not yet completed the annual update for your student, please complete this process as soon as possible. Items that can be confirmed or changed as part of the Annual Update include street address, phone number, email, and emergency contacts. The information gathered as part of the Annual Update supports the efficient operation of our district and is critical regarding our ability to communicate with parents in the event of an emergency.

Labor Day

As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, September 2 is recognition of the Labor Day holiday.