SMMS Weekly Update

On Thursday, I shared the message below. It is directly related to the tragic loss of a student at Spring Mills High School.

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It is with deep regret that we share news of a recent loss within our Spring Mills School community. This loss undoubtedly brings forth a wave of emotions, questions, and concerns for both students and staff alike.

We understand the profound impact this loss may have, and we are committed to supporting each and every member of our school family during this difficult time. Our dedicated school counselors are available to offer assistance and guidance to any student who may need it.

Please know that we are here for you, and we will do everything in our power to help navigate through this period of grief and healing.

All 8th grade students will receive their high school schedules next week. Additionally, there may be summer assignments associated with their 9th grade courses.

• Please see the attached assignment if your 8th grade student enrolled in Honors English 9.
• There is no summer Assignment for AP World History per Mr. Mauck the AP World History teacher.

On Wednesday, our 7th grade students visited Antietam Rec for the day. Students had a wide selection of activities in which to participate.

Four of our students were awarded the distinction of the Golden Horseshoe this week. Congratulations to the following 8th grade students:

• Carolina Lupatini
• Konnor Martin
• Kellen Short
• Sterling Vongtip

Special thanks also goes out to Mr. Black and Ms. Gardner for their dedication to students and support throughout the year in WV Studies.

On May 24, we will host a carnival to celebrate the end of a Better than Good year. Our carnival will include a dunk tank, GIANT inflatable obstacle course, cotton candy, and carnival games.

If you are interested an available to help us out with a station that day, please email Mr. Hartka at paul.hartka@k12.wv.us.

This past week, Josiah Cosby won the county chess championship. Way to go, Josiah!

Reminder to all parents of 6th graders. The Tdap and Meningitis vaccines are required for all students entering 7th grade. Please make your appointment now to have these completed and submit an updated copy of your child's immunization record to Mrs. Dagostino, School Nurse.

Thank you for keeping our students healthy and in school ready to learn!

Any questions, please contact Mrs. Dagostino at amanda.dagostino@k12.wv.us or 304-274-5030.

The 6th grade homerooms competed for dominance this week in our field day games. The winners are as follows:

• Spirit Award: Huffer
• Sportsmanship Award: Shockley
• 3rd Place: DeLuca
• 2nd Place: Clark
• 1st Place: Shockley

The 7th grade homerooms also competed this week for homeroom dominance.

Two of our students were recognized this week at the Bedington Ruritan for their essays about their role model. Conratulations to Olivia Henderson and Jabree Gross.

Students worked in small groups to design and build spaghetti towers in science class this week.

• May 20- Rescheduled 8th Grade Field Day
• May 21- 8th Grade Step-up Day at SMHS
• May 22- Staffulty vs Students Basketball Game
• May 23- Grade 8 Field Trip
• May 23- 5th Grade Step-up Day
• May 24- SMMS School Carnival/Early Dismissal/Last Day for Students
• June 4- SMHS Spring Physicals
• June 6- Middle School Free Physicals