Sixth Grade Computer Refresh
All current SMCPS 6th grade students will be swapping out their current laptops for NEW laptops. MBMS will begin this process the week of October 17.
The device you were issued from the school needs to be returned and in good, working condition. All resources that are property of SMCPS need to be maintained and taken care of by the student. Our student account ability guidance is located in our Student Handbook. Pages 49-51 outline the Acceptable Use Policy and page 61 explains the accountability of student resources.
When a student returns their laptop it will be inspected for any damage that needs repair.
Broken keyboards, screens or other issues do incur a cost as outlined in our Accountability Guidance. Both the laptop and the charger need to be returned. The current 6th grade laptops cost $380.00 and chargers are $40.00. Our new 6th grade laptops are $530.00.
When your student returns their device any damage will be reported and a fine will be assessed in Destiny. Destiny is the online platform we use to check out and track our print and technology resources. This is also used to assess fines. Any fines assessed in Destiny can be remedied online via My School Bucks or paid at the school using cash or check. The document below outlines the payment process via My School Bucks and details how you can create an account if you do not already have one set up for your student(s).
All SMCPS students need a school issued device for their learning. The way in which your student uses their laptop is dependent upon how often their classroom teachers assign work. Additionally, all SMCPS students must use a school issued device for testing.
Care and upkeep of devices is located within our Accountability Guidance.
To report any damage in need of repair, students can submit their own HELPDESK tickets.
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Panther Prowl 5K Run/Walk for MBMS
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2022
Location: Start and Finish at Laurel Grove Park via the Three Notch Trail
All proceeds from the event will be donated to Margaret Brent Middle School’s MTSS team
***67 runners have registered! Let's get to 100!!!
Event Times:
● 7:00-8:00am Race Day Check-In and Packet Pick-Up (Packets can be sent home with a student, if requested.)
● 8:15am 1 Mile Fun Run
● 8:35-40am 5K Run/Walk
● 10:00am Raffle Drawings and Awards Ceremony
See attachments for more information.
Red Ribbon Week
Children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don't; yet, only a quarter of teens report having these conversations. Red Ribbon Week, the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the nation, is your opportunity to get the ongoing conversation started. We are celebrating Red Ribbon Week October 24th-October 28th. This year's theme is Celebrate Life. Live Drug Free. Visit www.redribbon.org to learn more about Red Ribbon Week and get tips for talking to your kids about drugs. The life you save may be that of your own child or a dear friend.
Thank you to the Student Council and Mrs. Edwards for selecting the theme days. Please be sure all clothing follows the student Code of Conduct.
Monday 10/24- Maryland Pride Day!- Wear the state colors/flag themed clothing of Maryland.
Tuesday 10/25- Sock it to Drugs Day!- Wear mismatched or wacky socks.
Wednesday 10/26- Stay in the Game, be Drug Free Day!- Wear clothing of your favorite team.
Thursday 10/27- Lei off Drugs. Make healthy choices!- Hawaiian shirt day.
Friday 10/28- MBMS Spirit Day!- Wear school colors to show your support of
RRW and MBMS
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