Sells eNews

I wanted to take the time to say thank you to all of our parents who continue to partner with us in helping to make our students' experience here at Sells a positive one. We appreciate your support, patience and flexibility when it comes to building our positive school culture.

With Thanksgiving Break taking place next week, I reflect on the many things that I am also thankful for. I am thankful for the diversity that is Sells MS. I am thankful for the patient and experienced teaching staff who are there for the students everyday. I am thankful for our support staff who are working behind the scenes to support students. And overall, I am thankful for the opportunity to interact with all of our students. Each one of them has a unique story to tell and that is just one of the many reasons this building is special.

I hope you all enjoy your Thanksgiving Break. Take the time to be with family, relax and enjoy each other's company. The next Weekly Update will be sent out during the first week of December.

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)

It was announced this week that the school musical for this school year will be Annie, Jr! I know that there are many, many excited students. Auditions take place next week on Monday and Tuesday. Please use the link below to access all the information and to sign up for audition times. If you have any specific questions, you can reach out to Libby Andujar.

Dublin is excited to announce this year’s date for the AMC 8, a competitive problem solving exam hosted by the Mathematical Association of America. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment.

We will be hosting the AMC 8 district-wide on Saturday, January 25th at Emerald Campus. We have 100 spots available district-wide. To register, students should first first fill out a Google form (tinyurl.com/AMCDublin), and if they are one of the first 100 to sign up, they will be sent a link for the second part of the registration by December 8th. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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.

Another fun hockey opportunity to raise money for Sells PTO!

Join us on Saturday, January 11th at 7pm at The Schott as the Buckeyes take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

Tickets are $20 and a portion of each ticket is donated back to the Sells PTO and parking is free.

Go Bucks!

Let's get ready for some hockey! We have partnered again with the Columbus Blue Jackets to offer 4 different fundraiser games which means they will donate a portion of the ticket cost back to Sells PTO. It is a great opportunity to raise some money and have fun!

You can donate to the Sells PTO all year and it is easy to do! Donations support several

fun, FREE things planned for the students and teachers and they wouldn't be possible

without your support!

Just click link below or your child can drop off a check in the office in an envelope

marked PTO Donation.

https://john-sells-middle-school-pto.square.site/

Don’t forget to join the Sells Middle School PTO Facebook page!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1741183269442405

Cropper GIS Redistricting Survey Results

Cropper GIS recently conducted a districtwide redistricting survey to gather feedback on draft maps for elementary and middle schools. The results were reviewed by Cropper GIS and the district’s Redistricting Internal Planning Team to create a Feedback Recap. The recap highlights the top ten most frequently expressed concerns from survey participants, with responses from Dublin City Schools addressing each issue. Click here to learn more and access the full recap.

Winter Weather Procedures

With winter just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to brush up on the District’s Winter Weather procedures. Also, ensure you are opted in to receive text message alerts from the district by sending “Y” or “Yes” to 67587. Stay prepared and informed as the temperatures drop!

New Opportunities Posted on Info Hub

Jerome Boys Volleyball is hosting a holiday clinic, Coffman Theater is holding an Improv Camp in January, and Scioto is hosting a Santa Breakfast and Craft fair. These are just a few of the opportunities shared on our Info Hub. Bookmark it and check back frequently to stay up to date on all the fun activities for students of all ages.

Jerome Theater Presents James and the Giant Peach, Jr.

Don’t miss the Children’s Musical, James and the Giant Peach, presented by the Jerome Theater. Showtimes are November 21 and 22 @ 7:00, and November 23 @ 1:00 and 7:00. Purchase tickets here.

PSAT 8/9 Results

During the month of October, eighth grade students participated in the PSAT 8/9 assessment. These results are now posted in the student’s CollegeBoard portal. If your child did not previously create a CollegeBoard account with their school counselor, follow the steps linked here to create their account. Please use your child's district email when creating this account. If your child is unable to login to their account, you must contact CollegeBoard directly at 877-348-5728. Additional information about how to interpret these results can be found here.

There will be a PSAT 8/9 Parent Information Session held virtually from 6:30-7:30pm on December 4. Information regarding the zoom link and login information can be found here. This presentation will be recorded and shared with all families.

Join Dublin Ski and Board Club

Sign-up for Dublin Ski and Board Club November 1-30. Visit the Ski Club website for all the dates and information. Sign up directions can be found here.