Sells eNews

We are at the midway point of the 2nd Quarter this week. Before we realize it, we will be releasing the students for Winter Break! I continue to encourage and challenge our parents to check in with their chil(ren) about their progress in each of their classes. What is challenging them? What is going well? How are they organizing and prioritizing their academic responsibilities? These are great conversation starters parents can have with their child. This, then, only strengthens our partnership in helping the students meet their academic needs.

I also took the time to have Town Hall meetings with the 7th and 8th grade classes. I took the time to discuss our Common Commitments and how we will NOT lower our expectations of them both academically and behaviorally. We discussed how we as a teaching staff will continue to teach and practice what we expect. Currently, we are revisiting the Common Commitments of keeping the backpack and phone in the locker, talking at a level 2 (conversation tone) voice volume and maintaining a calm body while walking through the halls. We must teach, reteach and then teach again in order to help our students learn these skills. Overall, I expect our students will rise to these expectations. Thank you for your support with this and never hesitate to reach out to talk with me about any questions or concerns you are having. Thank you!

Have a great weekend!

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)

Last week we celebrated those students who were nominated by their Team as the November Students of the Month. These students have been demonstrating characteristics associate with Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Discipline and Empath (PRIDE). For their efforts, their teachers nominated them for their efforts!

6th Grade: Eleanor Reaser, Liam Bailes, Jossian Killini, Abdalla Bashir

7th Grade: Regan Liam, Abdou Noor, Mike Gay, Haby Gueye, Nour Abulaiha, Ifrah Fathima

8th Grade: Stephanas Lamin, Analise Arevala, Anna Rozanski, Gabe Thomas

Congratulations to those students who earned the following academic awards this First Quarter! Please click the button to access the lists.

Merit Roll / Honor Roll

Students who have received a 3.0-3.49 grade point average (GPA) will receive recognition each nine-week grading period on the Merit Roll. Students who have a 3.5-4.0 GPA will receive recognition on the Honor Roll.

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.

Join us for breakfast, fun & games, and faith-based speakers starting on November 20th! Your student doesn't have to be an athlete to attend. Everyone is welcome!

Where: Mr. Rauh's art room; enter through door #8 (at the back of the building)

When: Every other Wednesday at 7:15am (11/20, 12/4, 12/18, 1/15, 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/14)

Contact Scott Hadley (hadley_scott@dublinschools.net) with questions or if you'd like to be added to the email group for updates/reminders and opportunities to help with food.

Dublin Ski and Board Sign-Ups start Friday, November 1st-November 30th.

Details and Sign-Up information can be found at tinyurl.com/DublinSki.

Parent Meeting Slides from 9/30

Sign Up-Directions (they do not start until Friday, 11/1/24)

Sells is offering students an opportunity to join this year’s Junior Teen Institute club!

Junior Teen Institute (JTI) is a student-led organization that provides students with opportunities to develop their leadership skills while being confident in their ability to be drug-free, bully-free, and kind to others. Students who are selected to be members of JTI have the desire to lead a drug-free, bully-free life. They will support others who are making the same positive choices and encourage their peers to make healthy decisions. Junior Teen Institute implements alcohol and other drug prevention projects to clearly promote a “no use” message, and provides opportunities throughout the year for students to have fun without alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. It is open to all students grades 6 to 8.

JTI club will meet after school, once a month, from 3:15-4:15 on the following dates: 11/21, 12/12, 1/16, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 4/8. Transportation will need to be arranged.

Students can sign up through their chromebook or speak directly to Mrs. Mayer or Mrs. Lanka. If you have questions, please contact the advisors for JTI: Mrs. Kelly Mayer or Jessica Lanka

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.

November 15, please stop by Bibibop on Sawmill RD and mention Sells Middle School portion of the sales will be donated back to Sells! You can also order online using code BIBIFUNDRAISER.

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

Save on Meals—Apply for Free and Reduced Meals Today!
School meal costs can add up, but completing the Free and Reduced Meals application could save your family hundreds of dollars a year. The application is free, quick, and easy to submit, and must be completed every school year—even if your family qualified in the past, you must reapply. Approved applications also help Dublin City Schools qualify for additional grants and funding, bringing more resources to support all students. It’s a win-win for families and schools!

Take a few minutes to apply today and start making a difference. Visit https://tinyurl.com/saveonmeals to learn more and submit your application.

Support the DSA and Transportation Dept Food Drive

The Dublin Support Association and the Transportation Department are partnering with elementary schools to collect non-perishable food items for the Dublin Food Pantry. Containers will be available at the entrance to each of the elementary schools November 18-22. Most needed items can be found here. Thank you for your consideration.

Credit Flexibility/Intent for Online Learning Application Deadline is Dec 1

Dublin City Schools and the State of Ohio offer educational options for students to obtain high school credit using non traditional approaches. Students interested in Credit Flexibility and/or Online Learning (from an outside provider) for this Winter/Spring must fill out Credit Flexibility Applications and submit to their School counselor no later than December 1, 2024. All information is available on the district website. Please note that the next submission date (for summer and fall 2025) will be May 1, 2025.

DCS Pathways to Success: College & Career Fair - featuring Engineering, Technology, Transportation, Arts, & Communications

On Nov. 19th from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Emerald Campus building, DCS is hosting professionals who want to connect with our students in grades 6-12 and their families to share insight on career areas of interest. Representatives from featured college programs, professionals from local businesses, military personnel, and DCS staff will be in attendance to help students explore careers and gain insight on how to select DCS pathways and programs that will lead to "best fit" opportunities during and after high school. Click here for the list of professionals who are currently registered to attend.

Live Virtual Panels are recorded leading up to each DCS Pathway Fair to help educate students on different pathways - click here to access recordings and links for virtual panels. Questions? Please reach out to DCS Pathways Counselor, Kevin Patton - patton_kevin@dublinschools.net

Save the Date for the Dublin Tree Lighting

Dancers, carolers and Santa Claus himself kick off the holiday season 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, in Coffman Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their arrival at 6:15 p.m. to light the holiday tree. Mark your calendars and plan your visit.