Beginning the week of 8/26, all teachers have been asked to enter at least 2 grades a week in each class (at least 1 in advisory classes). Teachers are asked to update their grade books weekly before Monday mornings. Athletics eligibility reports (see below) and weekly progress reports will be pulled every Monday to ensure accountability, high expectations, and high support for all. Parents/guardians, you can expect to receive a weekly printout of your student's grades each Monday or Tuesday from your student's advisory teacher. Please sign and return these weekly progress reports so we know your student is talking to you about their learning, grades, and progress.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students on track!

Unfortunately, there are outdated Facebook accounts for our school that we can't access. This can cause confusion resulting from outdated information. Here is our new Facebook account so you can like, follow, and stay updated!

We're on Facebook as @JackSwigertMiddleSchool.

Did you know that research has shown that students who participate in clubs, sports, and other school activities tend to have higher grades, better attendance, and to feel better about school? This is especially beneficial for middle school students as they develop new friendships, social skills, teamwork, and grit to persevere through challenges. Learn more here.

Families, there is still time for your student to sign up for Girls Volleyball. Cross Country is also still available for all students. Is your student worried about participating in a sport for the first time? No worries! We welcome students of all ability levels! Please contact Mr. Moore at 719-328-6930 or Ethan.Moore2@d11.org for more information or if you have questions.

Weekly Grade Checks will be done by the coaches and school Athletic Director every Monday.

Scholar athletes are not eligible to play if they have any Ds or Fs.

• If a student has a “D” or “F” they will be given a slip to take to their teacher to get missing work and check with teacher.
• If a Student Athlete is not eligible, they will not be allowed to play in the games for that week. If a student is placed in ISS or ISD for a period or the day, the student will not be allowed to practice or participate in the game for that day. If a student is suspended out of school, they will be removed from the team.
• Students must be at school the day of the game.
• If miss entire day = Not allowed to play in the game/match/meet
• If half day missed = Sit out 2 quarters of the game/1 match
• If 2 periods missed = Sit out 1 quarter of the game/Subs in
• If students know they are going to be absent from school, they must communicate with coaches.
• Students must also be at practice the day before a game/match/meet, or they sit out from the game/match/meet.
• If students are going to miss practice, they must let the coaches know ahead of time and get it approved.

Reach out to our Athletic Director & Dean, Mr. Ethan Moore, with any questions about athletics.

The combined Swigert/Russell/Sabin football team will play against Holmes Middle School at Venezia Field at 3555 Briargate Parkway on Thursday, 8/29. B-squad starts at 4:30 PM. It's free to attend and support our scholar athletes!

The Swigert Titans Cross Country team will race at Keller Elementary School on Thursday, 8/29. The race starts at 5:15 PM at 3730 Montebello Drive. It is free to attend and support our runners! The team is still recruiting, so check out the document below for more information about Cross Country.

• Parents/Guardians

• Visit d11.org/PowerSchool

• Select the PowerSchool Parent Portal Icon.

• Log in using the Username and Password emailed to you.

• Click on the link for the ACPS Back to School Forms (2024-2025) on the left side of the navigation menu.

• If you can't remember your login credentials, please contact the school’s front office.

• After you initially login to PowerSchool on the website, you can download and use the App. Search ‘PowerSchool’ in your Apple or Android App Store and log in with your credentials emailed to you.

• Before using the PowerSchool App or logging into the Parent Portal, you must create a PowerSchool Parent account in a web browser, if you haven’t already.

• Click here to set up your Parent Portal account.

• You will need the access ID and password for each child. If you haven't received your login information, contact the school to receive an access ID and password.
  
  

• More information can be found on the PowerSchool webpage.

The School Accountability Committee (SAC) is an important part of our work to continually improve teaching and learning at Jack Swigert Middle School. It is a great way to get involved, learn more about our school and district, and to share your feedback! Here are some of the things you can expect to be involved in through the SAC:

• Making recommendations to the principal on the school priorities for spending school money, including federal funds, where applicable
  
• Making recommendations to the principal and the superintendent concerning preparation of a school Improvement plan
  
• Publicizing and holding a SAC meeting to discuss strategies to include in a school Priority Improvement or Turnaround plan, and using this input to make recommendations to the local school board concerning preparation of the school Priority Improvement or Turnaround plan prior to the plan being written
  
• Publicizing the district’s public hearing to review a written school Priority Improvement or Turnaround plan
  
• Meeting at least quarterly to discuss whether school leadership, personnel, and infrastructure are advancing or impeding implementation of the school’s Performance, Improvement, Priority Improvement, or Turnaround plan, whichever is applicable, and other progress pertinent to the school’s accreditation contract