Coleman Connection
Coleman MS Newsletter, 10/25/2024
DR. HERNANDEZ' MESSAGE
👉The Duluth Schools Foundation that offers grants yearly to teachers in our cluster schools and coordinates community activities is looking for volunteers. If you are interested, please email Dr. Hernandez at gypsy.hernandez@gcpsk12.org.
We hope to see you at International Night!
We encourage our families to bring a traditional dish for the food tasting fair and wear traditional attire. Please use this LINK to submit a dish if you would like to participate.
2024-2025 SCHOOL THEME
TEACHING, LEARNING & BUILDING COMMUNITY 💜COLEMAN ANNOUNCEMENTS💜
PROJECT BASED LEARNING NEWS:
At Coleman MS, our field trips are called "Research Expeditions" because these trips are carefully curated and designed to align to the learning standards our students are integrating within their Project Based Learning Unit to help them connect the experience to the overall theme of the PBL. Please support us by making the payment deadlines as these trips are part of our learning! If you have questions about how to pay for a research expedition, please contact your student's homeroom teacher.
Student Collaboration during PBL Work Days!
Semester 1 Project Based Learning Driving Questions:
ACADEMICS NEWS:
-Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Connection classes
-Media Center
- Mathematics and Reading Interventions and Enrichment
PSAT 8/9 for All 8th Graders
All 8th graders will take the PSAT 8/9 assessment on Tuesday, October 29th. Please make sure your student is at school by 9:15.
What is this assessment? The PSAT 8/9 is a test given in Gwinnett in 8th grade that helps determine what students need to work on most so that they are ready for college when they graduate from high school.
Why is my child taking this assessment? The PSAT 8/9 is meant to give students an idea of their college and career readiness. It also gives students a chance to preview the SAT and the PSAT/NMSQT.
CLASSROOM & SCHOOL COMMUNITY:
-Attendance, Positive Behavior and Interventions Supports (PBIS),
extra curricular activities, and counseling department
Note about Red Ribbon Week
Parents, please remind your students as they prepare their outfits that attire, costume and props must be school appropriate- Exclude masks, weapons, pretend blood, illegal references (text or illustrations), or large suits and/or props that block learning, and classroom & hallway traffic. Participation is optional! Thank you.
Do You want to Know More about the PBIS 3 on 3 Tournament?
Click HERE for more info!
We Hope You and Your Family can Join Us!
Our 7th and 8th grade students and their Theater teacher, Ms. Weisheit, have been working so hard to be ready for their performance. We hope you can make it to enjoy their amazing talent!
PARENT & TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA) ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Message from PTA:
Thank you to our Coleman Families and Teachers for your support at this week's Spirit Night at Rock N Roll Sushi! We had a great turn out! Please continue to support Coleman PTA and join us at our next Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A on November 4th from 5-7 pm! Mention ‘Coleman’ when ordering. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the PTA! We'll also be selling Spirit wear at this event!
Spirit-wear Pop-Up Event - Oct 25
Parents, students, and teachers are invited to purchase Coleman merch before school on Friday! From 8:50-9:15 in the lobby, please come and support! Spirit wear can also be purchased online: https://cmswildcats.givebacks.com/store
Spirit-wear Days in November
Students are encouraged to wear Coleman Spirit wear each Friday in November!
(Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 15, and Nov 22). This includes Coleman hats purchased from the PTA. Let's show our support for Coleman!!
Coleman PTA on Instagram and Facebook
Check out our new Instagram page. Follow us for details on upcoming events!
Insta: colemanwildcatspta
FB: Coleman Middle School PTA
Band Concert - Oct 28
We will be selling Spirit wear (hoodies, t-shirts, hats) at the band concert in the cafeteria from 5:00 - 6:30 pm.
PTA Membership - Only $10!
https://jointotem.com/ga/duluth/coleman-middle-school-pta/join
Thank you for your support!
Coleman PTA
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Letter to our Parents from the City of Duluth
Since a number of our students are walkers at dismissal, the City of Duluth wanted to share this letter with our parents. Please use this LINK to access the letter.
Georgia Gwinnett College Super Saturday Series (S3) - November 16
GGC sponsors hands-on workshops for middle school students to learn more about technology and science. Students interact with new technologies and develop interactive games, and no prior knowledge is required. They conduct laboratory experiments under the direction of GGC science faculty. Super Saturday Series' (S3) supportive community – comprised of GGC students and volunteers – promotes active, engaged learning. S3 also provides middle school students with an exciting opportunity to interact with positive, professional role models. Registration: https://www.ggc.edu/outreach-programs/super-saturday-series
Early bird pricing for the fall Girls on the Run 5K ends this week!
Take advantage of the savings and secure your spot today! Don’t wait—register by 11:59 pm on Sunday, October 27, to take advantage of early-bird online pricing.
Open to the community, the Girls on the Run 5K is a celebration of our fall season participants as they complete their goal of running, walking, skipping, or hopping their way to the finish. Everyone is encouraged to join us on the course—after all, Girls on the Run 5Ks are better when we're together! As a reminder, all fall season participants and coaches are already registered for the 5K as part of their program registration. There is no need to register them again.
While you're registering, consider creating a 5K Fundraiser. By participating in a 5K fundraiser, you can help raise money to support the Girls on the Run Scholarship Fund, ensuring our program is accessible to EVERY girl. To start your 5K fundraiser, simply select “yes” when prompted to create your own personalized fundraiser page during registration. There’s no minimum amount to raise, and every bit makes a difference in the life of a participant in your community!
Upcoming Events
September 11 | Returning Coach Training
Virtual coach training for returning coaches from 5 – 6 pm. This is the final virtual training opportunity for returning coaches. For any returning coaches that need to pick up your gear bag for the season, connect with your Program Manager to coordinate a time to come by our office. Please reach out to programs@girlsontherunatlanta.org if you have any questions.
September 14 & 15 | New Coach Trainings
Small group facilitators (returning coaches only) and assistance with set up and gear distribution (open to all) volunteers needed. Returning coaches are welcome to stop by and pick up their gear for this season at 12:30 pm on either day.
Week of September 16 | Fall Girls on the Run Season Begins
All teams will host their first practice the week of September 16.
September 20 | Gear and Sneaker Organization Volunteer Opportunity
Help us unpack program supplies and unbox scholarship sneakers from 10 am – 12 pm at the Girls on the Run office. Sign up here!
September 21 | Fall Fitness Series: Pilates with Sweat EXT
Join Girls on the Run Georgia's Young Professionals Board for an infrared heated 45-minute fitness class with elements of pilates, barre, yoga, and HIIT at Sweat EXT. All proceeds benefit Girls on the Run Georgia. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. Register for the class here!
September 25 | Drop/Add Deadline for Participants
Last Day for Registration (for teams that did not fill through the lottery) and last day for refunds.
September 27 | Scholarship Sneaker Organization Volunteer Opportunity
Help us unbox, label, inventory, and organize our scholarship sneakers from 10 am – 12:30 pm at the Girls on the Run office. Sign up here!
October 4 | Volunteer with Girls on the Run at The Race Expo
Volunteers needed from 11 – 7 pm at The Race Expo at Impact Church in East Point for a Girls on the Run tabling opportunity while participants pick up their race packets. Sign up here!
October 5 | Volunteer with Girls on the Run at The Race
Volunteers needed from 7 – 10 am at the GOTR water stop along the half marathon route of The Race. Select "Water/Aid Station at Mile 6.4 - Girls on the Run."
October 15 | Healthy Happy Hour with GIRLSTRONG®
GIRLSTRONG®, a fitness apparel and accessory brand dedicated to spreading positivity and empowering women globally, is hosting a Healthy Happy Hour with special guest speakers, networking opportunities, light bites and drinks, and more! Join us from 1 – 3 pm at Stellar Bodies, located at 3872 Roswell Road. Tickets are available for $35 each with net proceeds benefitting Girls on the Run Georgia. Get your ticket here!
October 19 | Volunteer with Girls on the Run at the Peachtree City Classic 5K/15K
Volunteers needed from 6 – 11 am at the Peachtree City Classic 5K/15K Expo at Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater in Peachtree City for a Girls on the Run tabling opportunity while participants pick up their race packets. Sign up here!
October 26 | Kid's Day at the Co-Op with REI
Join Girls on the Run Georgia and REI from 11 am – 4 pm at REI, the NE Expressway/Brookhaven store, for a day filled with fun and enriching outdoor activities for kids that not only promote physical health but also cultivate a sense of wonder and curiosity about the outdoors. Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event!
December 7 | Girls on the Run 5K
Girls on the Run 5K registration for 5K Buddies and community participants will open early next month. Stay tuned for more details!
COLEMAN GENERAL INFORMATION
CONNECT WITH US ALSO THROUGH OUR SCHOOL'S SOCIAL MEDIA:
*At Coleman Middle School, we like to share with our community the wonderful moments of learning and community we enjoy in our school. We ask our students and parents to let us know if they do not want to be photographed. Thank you.
MAKE SURE YOU SIGN ALL REQUIRED BACK-TO-SCHOOL FORMS!
Attendance Notice:
School success goes hand in hand with good attendance! Too many absences—excused or unexcused—can keep students from succeeding in school and in life. Keeping this in mind, please review the reminders below:
- Absences have to be excused with proper documentation.
- Starting this year, only 5 parent written notes will be excused each semester. Any other personal absences will be marked as unexcused.
- Students can submit absence documents or notes to the grade level office.
SCHOOL HOURS AND ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL:
- School hours are from 9:15 AM to 4:00 PM (Students are marked tardy after 9:15 AM). Make sure you review our procedures for arrival and dismissal on this LINK.
Information for Car Riders:
🚗We have had great improvement with our car rider pick up in the past 2 weeks!🚗
Please review these timely reminders because starting on Monday, our SRO won't be available to assist in the parking lot:
- Encourage your student to ride the school bus if that is an option for you.
- Stage correctly so we can fit as many cars as we can on the parking lot. Park straight and in between the white lanes. See the picture below, courtesy of a kind 6th grade parent!
- Once in the car rider lane, do not stop when you see your child. Your child will come to you. Pull all the way up and as close as you can to the car in front of you. The more cars loading, the faster it goes.
- If your child is not by your car when it is time to move, you will be directed to wait on the side parking lot (Look for the large green generator).
IS YOUR STUDENT IS A CAR RIDER?- OUR CHILDREN'S SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY!
- Use this LINK to find a video of our car rider procedures.
- Students will receive a car rider form to place on your dashboard. Email your student's homeroom teacher if you need a replacement.
- Be patient until our new 6th graders learn the procedures. Build some time on your schedule because the first few days student pick up will take time, but it gets better!
- Remind your children to look for their car, and remember, everybody is trying to pick up their child and get to your next family activity!
- Be courteous and respectful to our teachers and staff on duty.
2024-2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR:
Use this LINK and scroll down on the page to access GCPS school year's calendar in multiple languages.
FRIDAY MORNING HELP SESSIONS:
weekly morning help sessions start next Friday, 8/19. Students can be dropped off starting at 8:20 AM, as usual, in the back of the building.
Coleman Middle School 9- Step Behavior Management:
- Use the LINKs below to review our 9-step process to manage behaviors. Teachers will share more details during curriculum night.
- Since we are a Power Down and Away for the Day school, our students keep their devices powered down and put away while on campus. Review the steps for infractions below.
- Below you can also find how we proceed when students are not dressed safely & appropriately for school.
NEW TO GCPS? CONNECT TO YOUR PARENT VUE AND PARENT SQUARE
- PARENT VUE: All GCPS families have access to their student's information (schedules, teacher names, attendance, grades, as well as access to other apps pertaining to other services (meals) through the Parent Vue app. Go to https://www.gcpsk12.org/ and click Families on the top right corner of the page to log in. Use the same login information you used for online registration. If you do not remember, enter the email of the enrolling parent and click forgot password. You can also download the Parent Vue app on your phone. Students have a companion app called Student Vue that they can access through the GCPS website too!
- PARENT SQUARE: This will give families access to all communication from the district, the school, and teachers. Once you log in to Parent Vue, Parent Square will be one of the icons available to you. Click on it to set up your account. If you download the app, you can set up how and when to get your communications.
COLEMAN PARTNERS
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HAVING YOUR OWN RESERVED PARKING SPOT FOR DISMISSAL WHILE HELPING THE SCHOOL?
- First come first serve, 6 spaces
- Located on the side parking lot (Across Parson's Alley)
- Cost $600
- Money goes back to our STEAM program!
- Email our bookkeeper at monique.young@gcpsk12.org for questions
- Interested? Use this LINK for payment
* About Your Principal:
Hello Coleman Middle School Parent or Guardian,
English:
Spanish:
Your Principal,
Dr. Hernandez.
Coleman Middle School, GCPS
Gwinnett's flagship STEAM school & GA Department of Education STEAM-certified school
Principal: Dr. Gypsy Hernandez
Summer School Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Regular School Hours: 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: gypsy.hernandez@gcpsk12.org
Website: https://www.gcpsk12.org/ColemanMS
Location: 3057 Main St, Duluth, GA 30096, USA
Phone: 678-407-7400
Facebook: facebook.com/colemanms546
Twitter: @colemanms546