SPRING RIDGE WEEKLY
Weekly Update of Events and Happenings at SRMS
March 2nd, 2024
SRMS will be a hub to develop academic and social success for our diverse population, where all students and faculty matter and have a gift to contribute to our school and community.
Message from Mr. Dunbar
As we move forward into the month of March our focus will be the "R" in S.O.A.R. Safe, On Task, Accountable, and Respectful . When we think of the word respect, we often think about treating others the way we wish to be treated. Let us do this each and everyday Harriers.
Parents and students please remember we are now past the halfway mark for the 3rd quarter. Please take time to sit down with your child and review their academic progress. You can schedule a parent teacher through your child's school counselor. It is never too late to make a change.
WHAT's NEW........
Dances are coming..........
Rising Freshman Orientation Night
During the month of March, each High School will be hosting a Rising Freshman Orientation Night, which is intended for eighth-grade students who are about to transition into high school. Feel free to visit the website smcps.org/rfon for more detailed information regarding this event.
Way to GO SRMS Students!
HELP raise money for SRMS Students
We’re already halfway through our Charleston Wrap fundraiser! Have you registered yet? Our organization ID is 26102. TEXT your friends & family right now and help us reach our goal of $1000.00!
Thank you for your help!
Spring Ridge Middle School
Mentoring is BACK!
Andrea Young, Karen Rodriguez, and Charles Eible, with the safety and security team from St.
Mary’s County Public Schools, are hoping to implement a mentoring program at Spring Ridge
Middle School. We are volunteers with Travis Manion Foundation (TMF). TMF empowers
veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations.
We work with youth in a variety of ways. An opportunity of interest for SRMS students may be:
● Character Does Matter Presentation:
● This course introduces character strengths to students through interactive activities,
discussion, and mentorship within a smaller group setting.
● The goal will be to bring a sense of unity from the students into the community. The
staff and students will work with community leaders to get a positive perspective for
everyone involved.
● Free Travis Manion Tee Shirts to all members
● Free Field Trips implementing our character strengths within the community
● Transportation is provided for members only
● Snacks will be provided
● Every Tuesday 2:10 pm - 3:40 pm
We look forward to discussing how to work with your students to inspire the next generation. If
interested, contact Charles Eible, the Schools Safety Coordinator for St. Mary’s County public
schools, at cheible@smcps.org.
Order Your 8th Grade Shirt NOW!
News From Ms. Briscoe
Greetings. I am Ms. Briscoe, and I am excited to be the Career Advisor here at Spring Ridge Middle School. My mission is to focus on college and career readiness by guiding and supporting our students, as they discover their interests, abilities, and passions. Throughout SY2024, SRMS will highlight various careers and share career facts with you. Also, this week visit https://tinyurl.com/SRMSCareerVideos to take a look at career videos and learn more about some very interesting occupations.
SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS
SMCPS and SMC R&P have partnered to offer the new Summer Sports Academies. Campers will be instructed by area high school coaches. Camps are held Monday -Thursday. Click below for more information. Registration begins March 1st. Don't miss this opportunity.
Sponsors Needed!!
On May 3-4, 2024 the Spring Ridge Middle School Drama Department will be proudly presenting its annual drama production “The Drowsy Chaperone Jr.” Our talented students are in rehearsal and working very hard to put on a fantastic show.
We, the Spring Ridge Middle School Drama Department, would love to offer our business community an opportunity to become sponsors of our show with the inclusion of your company’s name and/or a small advertisement in the program. If your business would be interested in contributing a donation to the Drama Department, the company’s name will appear in our program. We appreciate any donations given to our drama department. These donations will be used toward items such as: supplies for set design, props, and costumes and to offset the advertising and program cost, just to name a few.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the Spring Ridge Middle School Drama Department, please contact Ms. Evans at mcevans@smcps.org.
V.I.P. Tutoring
- Victory in Progress, SRMS's tutoring program is back! Victory in Progress (V.I.P.) is designed for students who want to succeed but need a little structure and support. The purpose of the club is to promote academic ownership and learner independence with the support of caring SRMS teachers.
- Starting MP3, V.I.P. will meet on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:05-3:30 in room 1005 (Ms. Mroz's art classroom) for academic and organizational support.
- We are now accepting applications. Students who are receptive to academic assistance and have parent transportation home at the end of the day are encouraged to apply.
- Any grade 6-8 students can participate in V.I.P.. Completed applications should be forwarded to Selena Seibt (room 305).
Attention Car Riders
Weis 4 school helps SRMS Students
Earn money for SRMS every time you shop! Register your Weis Rewards card at weis4school.com. You only need to put in your name, club card number, and pick SRMS as your school. Then every time you scan your Weis Reward card you will earn cash for SRMS students with each qualifying purchase.
School Pictures Are Ready Online by Lifetouch
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's school ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
Harris Teeter gives back to SRMS
SRMS Car Rider Information
If you are a car rider student please complete this online form to get a pass.
Drop Off and Pick-Up Instructions:
Drop off is at 7am. When you enter the south entrance to SRMS you will drive straight ahead (passing the ball fields and trailers) and follow around to the stop sign where you will have your student exit. You will exit straight ahead. Students will walk up the sidewalk to the building entrance.
Pick up takes place in the same location.
All afternoon car riders must complete the online registration. A pink placard will be made for
each student. Placards must be visible on car dashboard when picking student(s) up. Students
will be dismissed to the cafeteria at 1:57pm. Staff will radio names of students from placard to
cafeteria- student(s) will exit building and enter the vehicle. Exit straight ahead.
Note: If you do not have a PINK placard you must pick your student up in the front office after
showing a valid photo ID.
SMCPS Student Accident Insurance Available
Spanish version:
Carta de información para padres
Información de inscripciónALERT: Beware of Phishing Attempts on SMCPS Student Accounts
In recent weeks, phishing attempts have been targeted at SMCPS student accounts using methods outside of SMCPS managed services.
Phishing is a method where malicious individuals attempt to trick you into providing them with information about you and your online account information. These methods can take many forms, so staying vigilant for anything that seems out of the ordinary when online is important.
Additionally, please note that SMCPS IT support will never contact you on Discord, Steam, or any other application that is not managed by SMCPS and will never ask you for your account password. If you are contacted on any outside application stating to be SMCPS IT, please DO NOT respond, block/report the individual and inform your site administration so that it can be escalated. Contact your building-level tech or the Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) at your first leisure for more information.
SMC Health Dept. School Based Health Center
Harriers SOAR
Attention Military Families
Student Resource Accountability
Attendance
"Everybody Eats" Program at SRMS
It is our lunch donation fund that ensures all of our Harriers have access to a nutritious
lunch to make it through their day. Please consider making a donation to our lunch fund.
Donations can be made online, by visiting MySchoolBucks. Go to www.myschoolbucks.com. Go to your profile and make sure that your student is added as a student. Then click on the School Store link at the top of the page or the school store icon in the middle of the screen, and browse all items. At this point all items that are available for your student will show.
Always S.O.A.R. like a HARRIER!!
Box Tops for Education
Directions for the Box Tops for Education Application --
The Physical Education department uses the funds to replace equipment and purchase additional sporting gear.
MTSS
School Store
About Us
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/srms/
Location: 19856 Three Notch Road
Phone: 301-863-4031
Twitter: @SRMS_SMCPS
Acceptable Use Policy for Technology
Please click the link here: https://www.smcps.org/offices/assessment-accountability/student-device-resource-accountability