Summerour Blue Devil Blast
Upcoming Dates
- November 13 - Basketball @ Osborne (Mill Creek HS)
- November 14 - Local School Council Meeting
- November 14 - Math Night
- November 21 - Basketball @ Duluth (Duluth HS)
- November 21 - Science Night & Parent Involvement Day
- November 21 - GCPS Board Meeting
- November 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break
- December 4 - Winter Band Concert
- December 5 - Basketball vs. Coleman (Home)
- December 7 - Basketball vs. Dacula (Home)
- December 9-12 - JA Biztown Week (6th)
- December 9 - Winter Chorus Concert
- December 12 - Basketball vs. Lanier (Home)
- December 16-19 - Semester 1 Finals
- December 16 - Basketball @ Northbrook (Pchtree Ridge HS)
- December 16 - Family Holiday Extravaganza
- December 16 - Winter Orchestra Concert
- December 19 - Basketball @ Pinckneyville (Norcross HS)
- December 19 - GCPS Board Meeting
- December 20 - Last Day o' School: First Semester
Book Fair This Week!
November 11 - November 20
Go to our Book Fair Website at https://tinyurl.com/SMSFallBookFair24
There, you can preview the Fair and set up your Book Fair E wallet for your student!
See you at the Fair!
Family Math Night
Thursday, November 14
6:00 to 7:30 PM
On Family Math Night we will review what your child is learning in math this year and how you can support your child’s learning outside of the classroom. Come and celebrate the magic of math with your child through games, activities, demonstrations, and more!
Pizza and drinks will be served. We will award gift cards to the winners of the games. If you need transportation to attend this event, please contact Rosanna Carlson at 770-582-7545.
I look forward to seeing you at our Family Math Night!
Thanksgiving Family Lunch: RSVP
Please RSVP for the SMS Family Lunch. It will be held on November 21. See times below. Cost is $4.00 Check or Cash. We have a cap of 75 family members based on capacity
Welcome to 6th Grade!
Ms. Belinda Terry
6th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Tannia Wood
6th Grade Counselor
770.417.2491
Welcome to 7th Grade!
Mr. Al Sadler
7th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Angelica Rosas
7th Grade Counselor
770.417.2480
Career Day: November 22
We are seeking speakers to talk to OUR 7th graders about various careers on Friday, November 22 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.
- Speakers do not have to be available for the entire time frame to participate in this event
- We are a middle school and they will be addressing 7th graders
Do you know of someone who is a suitable speaker and is willing to take the time to talk to our students? Encourage them to contact Mrs. Sims, Mrs. Blackwell, Ms. Morgan, or Mrs. Rosas.
Welcome to 8th Grade!
Ms. Christy Gray
8th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Robin Blackwell
8th Grade Counselor
770.417.2487
8th Grade Social Studies
8th grade Social Studies had a guest speaker on Thursday who taught them a lot about the Georgia Criminal Justice System. It was an eye-opening experience for them, and for some of us, too. It was a fascinating presentation. Ask your 8th grader what was learned on Thursday. They might have some fascinating things to say.
Welcome to Gear Up!
Dr. Toni Weir
Gear Up Assistant Principal
Ms. Allegra Morgan
Gear Up Counselor
770.797.2960
November IB Learner Profile: Thinkers
IB learners are Thinkers. They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
IB students contribute to discussions in a meaningful way. They do not shy away from challenging questions and, once they know the answer, follow up by asking “why?”
2024 - 2025 Basketball Schedule
New Scrimmage Added:
November 7: Home - Scrimmage - Shiloh MS
(The two teachers to the right are pictured at this game)
SEASON:
November 13: Away - Osborne MS (@ Mill Creek HS)
November 21: Away - Duluth MS (@ Duluth HS)
December 5: Home - Coleman MS (Elementary Night)
December 7: Home - Dacula MS
December 12: Home - Lanier MS
December 16: Away - Northbrook MS (@ Peachtree Ridge HS)
December 19: Away - Pinckneyville MS (@ Norcross HS)
January 9: Home - Creekland MS
January 11: Home - Radloff MS
January 16: Home - Jones MS (Teacher Appreciation)
January 22: Away - Twin Rivers MS (@ Mountain View HS)
January 23: Home - North Gwinnett MS (8th Grade Night)
January 25: Away - Hull MS (@ Peachtree Ridge HS)
January 30: Away - Lilburn MS (@ Meadowcreek HS)
Tryouts October 15 - 17:
See OUR website for documents needed to participate.
Gifted Steppers Fundraiser
Help the SMS Gifted Steppers step up their fundraising with the Double Good popcorn fundraiser! Choose from delicious GOURMET popcorn from classic flavors like “Butter Believe It”, an episode of salted, creamy crunch, to special flavors like “In Queso Fire” a creamy cheddar, garlic, onion and jalapeño recipe that is built for the bold.
Getting your popcorn is easy! Just click the link, click shop to support, select your popcorn and the popcorn will be sent straight to your doorstep 🙂
https://popup.doublegood.com/s/mimi1623
Ends November 12
PTA Fundraiser
Summerour Middle School PTA is selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to raise money. $15 per dozen. Order at:
https://grouprai.se/krispykreme49755sa
(or use the QR code)
Sale Runs Now through November 20
When you order, you will receive a virtual card, with which you can pick up your dozen at Krispy Kreme.
Title I Document Sign Off
Title I documents regarding Summerour Family Engagement have been uploaded on the school website. We greatly appreciate families who have already signed these documents on Parent Square.
If you have not downloaded the app yet, please do so to access documents and acknowledge the receipt of "The Plan... The Promise" by signing electronically. Once you download the app, click on the tab "More," then click "Forms/Permission," open the "Complete Back to School Forms'' tab, scroll down to select each document, click on "Review and Sign," then sign your full name electronically, and submit.
Another option could be to access "The Plan... The Promise" on the school website, print copies, and return a signed cover page to the Parent Center before October 18. The Parent Instructional Coordinator is available for parents who might need additional help downloading the app and signing documents.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Do You Want to Volunteer at Summerour?
Click this link to let Rosanna Carlson know that you'd like to volunteer to help out at Summerour. You can choose specific days and times to come in weekly OR go through the list of events and groups that could use you. Check it out! Come and be a part of your child's school.
ParentSquare Setup
You can receive ParentSquare message notifications 3 ways: email, text, or in the phone app. The GCPS website has a page that explains how to setup or change your notifications. We encourage you to go in to your ParentSquare account and make sure that you are getting the notifications in a way that makes the most sense for you!
Click the link and make sure you are getting notified.