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SCMS Newsletter, 5-10-12

by Kent Messer
May 10, 2012

Dear SCMS Parents and Guardians:

This will be an exciting weekend at SCMS with the performance of Cheaper By The Dozen by our theater department. This classic is based on the original book written by the Gilbreth children as they recall their fond memories in the house! The play is most similar to the 1950s movie starring Clifton Webb and Myrna Loy. Show dates are May 10 – 12 at 7:00 PM. Tickets will be on sale at the SCMS school store through tomorrow and at the door. Tickets are $5.00 for students and $7.00 for adults. "Old Fashioned" concessions will be available as well! We hope everyone can make it out to support our talented theater program.

Tomorrow, Friday, May 11th, will be the halfway point of the last six week grading period. As we head into the final three weeks of the school year, please encourage your son or daughter to maintain a quality work ethic and focus on all assignments, tests, and projects. These last few weeks will go fast, - please feel free to email or call your son’s or daughter’s teachers, counselors, and/or assistant principals if you need any assistance.

Have a great weekend and a Happy Mother’s Day.

SCMS Success

VASE

We had eighty Sloan Creek Middle students compete last weekend at the Jr. VASE (Visual Art Scholastic Event) in McKinney. By the time it was over, we left with over sixty 4s (the highest possible score you can receive) and twelve State winners. Congratulations to Mrs. Arnold and all of her talented Art students.

6^th Grade Orchestra

The 6^th grade beginning orchestra received first division superior ratings from all three judges at the Sandy Lake Festival this week. This is the highest rating a group can receive. They received wonderful comments on their sound and stage presence. Our bass section even received comments that they were the best bass section of the day! Congratulations to all of our 6^th grade orchestra students and Mrs. Gearhart and Mr. Sloan.

6^th Grade Choir

The 6^th grade choir received all one's from all the three judges at the Sandy Lake Festival this week, giving them a 1st Division—which is the highest rating possible. The judges were extremely complimentary of our performance with their 3 part - Soprano, Alto, Baritone - singing. Congratulations to all of our 6^th grade choir students and Mrs. Chapman and Mr. Fleming.

HEB Excellence in Education Award

Three SCMS teachers were named as semi-finalists for the HEB Excellence in Education Award in their respective categories. Our semi-finalists were as follows:

· Cassie Arnold, 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th Grade Art

· Courtney Todd, 6^th Grade ELAR

· Kelly Bellar, 6^th Grade Social Studies

Texas Quiz Show

Last Saturday the Sloan Creek TEXAS QUIZ SHOW Team competed in the Texas State Competition at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin.

In the first round, they beat Mineola MS to qualify for the Semi-Finals. In the Semi-Finals, they lost to Corpus Christi's Baker MS, who went on to win the Championship Round. Congratulations on representing SCMS so positively at the state competition.

Flag Football
Sixteen SCMS 6^th graders will be representing Leopard football in the state 7 on 7 championship tournament in College Station on July 7-8.

SCMS 6^th Graders Include: Jake Iovinelli, Jack Supan, Chase Van Wagoner, Jacob Guzinski, Nick Garcia, Patrick Fisher, Matt Harris, Jack Kirkpatrick, Davis Dills, Ryan Irwin, Emilio Gonzalez, Collin Engbrock, Cade Krisher, Bumper Pool, Brady Freeman and Griffin Hunt.

Go Leopards!

Summer Reading at SCMS

Tomorrow afternoon we will hold our 3^rd annual Summer Reading Fair at SCMS. This is a time when rising 7^th and 8^th grade students can visit with teachers who are sponsoring a book for our Summer Reading program. Over the past week, students were asked by their English teacher to narrow their choices down to three books. After students visit with the sponsors of their top three choices tomorrow, they make a final decision.

The Sloan Creek Summer Reading Project is voluntary, but we hope each student participates. Students who choose not to participate in the summer program will be given a reading assignment during the first 6 weeks of the new school year, along with an assignment that assesses their understanding and comprehension of the book they read.

For more information about Summer Reading at SCMS, please click here.

School Board Election Day, Tomorrow, May 12, 2012
Voting will be held in the Lovejoy Elementary Gymnasium from 7AM to 7PM.

For more information click on the following link: Election Information.

Mandatory Volleyball Parent Meetings for the 2012 Season
Volleyball Parents and Players- (Please bring one parent and your child if possible)

VOLLEYBALL PARENT MEETING CHANGE OF LOCATION!

Volleyball Mandatory Parent Meeting for the 2012-2013

Season

Monday May 14, 2012

LOCATION CHANGE: SLOAN CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL MAIN GYM

Incoming 7^th-8^th grade: 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Incoming 9^th-12^th grade: 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Make up Meeting: Tuesday May 15, 2012

LOCATION: LOVEJOY HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM

Incoming 7^th-8^th grade: 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Incoming 9^th – 12^th grade: 8:00-9:00 a.m.

Learn all about the 2012 season including practices, games, uniforms, etc. Have a chance to sign up for the booster club and buy spirit wear, booster club items, and equipment for next year.

Lake Lavon/Community Service Project—Next Week

7^th Grade: Friday, May 18^th

Our 7^th grade students will do a campus enhancement project at SCMS on Friday, May 18^th. All 7^th graders will be on campus improving plant/flower beds, planting trees, and picking up trash. In addition, they will hear a presentation on the Buffalo Soldiers and participate in an outdoor science learning activity.

8^th Grade: Thursday, May 17^th

Our 8^th grade students will participate in a campus enhancement project at SCMS on Thursday, May 17^th. All 8^th graders will be on campus improving plant/flower beds, planting trees, and picking up trash. In addition, they will begin construction of a native plant garden in the back of the school.

All students will receive a t-shirt, backpack, and sack lunch on the day of their service project.

End of the Year Awards Ceremonies

During the last six weeks of school, we traditionally honor all of our students with award ceremonies. This year’s awards schedule is as follows.

6^th Grade: May 21 at 1:00 PM in the SCMS Main Gym

7^th Grade: May 22 at 1:00 PM in the SCMS Main Gym

8^th Grade: May 23 at 9:00 AM—12:30 PM in the Lovejoy High School Auditorium (8^th grade students are expected to be at LHS at 8:45).

These will be our spring honor roll award ceremonies, along with other teacher awards presented to select students. You will be notified in advance if your son or daughter is receiving a reward.

8^th Grade Parents End of the Year Info

For a complete listing of end of the year information for 8^th grade students, please click here.

PLEASE NOTE: 8^th grade panoramic picture has been re-scheduled for Tuesday, May 15^th at 9:30 AM.

SCMS Night at Baskin Robbins, Thursday, May 24th.
Come and enjoy your favorite ice cream at Baskin Robbins, 1512 E. Exchange Pkwy. on May 24th. Mr. Messer, Mrs. Herring, and Mr. Parker will be working behind the counter scooping ice cream from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Baskin Robbins will donate a portion of the sales to the school. Please be sure to drop your receipt into the SCMS bucket located on at the counter.

“Get Fit Lovejoy” –March 19^th through May 19^th

“Get Fit Lovejoy” encourages students, staff, and parents to get active, to learn about healthy nutrition, and to participate in the Lovejoy Country Run on Saturday, May 19^th at 8:00 am at the LHS stadium. Click HERE to see a flyer with detailed information.

Spring Final Exam Schedule

Final Exams will be given the week of May 29^th—June 1^st. Please click here for a copy of the Spring Final Exam Schedule. All final exam reviews will be posted on School Town by Friday, May 18^th.

SCMS School Store Blowout
The school store is having an end of the year BLOWOUT SALE! Most items are 50% off including shorts, capris, t-shirts, coffee mugs, duffle bags, etc. This is a sale that should not be missed!! The store is open every M-W-F during the lunch hours as well as Tuesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 24. Stop by and stock up!!!

Rising 7^th & 8^th Grade Supply Lists for the 2012-2013 School Year
For a complete list of the rising 7^th and 8^th grade supply lists and planner order form, please click here.

Morning Athletics for the Remainder of the Year

ALL athletes should be working out at either 8:00 am or 8:45 am every day. If they do not work out (and don't have a medical excuse) they will be counted absent. This is considered truant in the same way skipping math is considered truant. If a student needs academic tutoring, we highly encourage them to attend tutorials with their teachers, or visit the CAT, before or after school. If they attend tutorials, they must still attend an athletic workout. If they come in for tutorials at 8:00 am, the tutoring teacher will send them out the door to be ready to workout at 8:45 am. If the teacher requests to meet with a student at 8:45 am, the student must have attended the 8:00 am workout. The only reason that a student should not attend a morning workout is because the teacher has made previous arrangements with the coach about the need to have them from 8:00-9:30 am for tutorials. Please work with your son or daughter on this process to ensure that he/she attends athletic workouts every day. If you have any questions or need additional information on these procedures, please contact melody_herring@lovejoyisd.net.

After School Procedures for the Spring

As school dismisses at 3:50 every day, we are asking our students to exit the building by 4:05. If they remain in the building, we ask that they be in a classroom for tutorials, the CAT, the Library, or the Fine Arts wing for rehearsals. We will be sweeping the halls between 3:50—4:05 asking students to move to their designated location. If your student needs to remain on campus past 4:05, please encourage them to remain in tutorials, the CAT, the Library, or the Fine Arts wing until you arrive.

2012 Athletic Summer Camp Registration is Now Open

Camps are available for baseball, boys and girls basketball, football, boys and girls soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. Please click HERE to see the 2012 Camp Schedule. You may register online at www.lovejoyisd.net/athletics.

Athletic Conditioning Program

We have a new conditioning program for rising 7th - 12th grade student athletes (open to the public). This is a strength and conditioning camp. Activities will include weight training, flexibility, agility and speed training as well as character development and motivational instruction. Please click HERE to see attached flyer about this program and the registration form.

Summer Sewing Fun

Learn how to sew your own fashions. Sewing Basics 101 teaches machine and tool basics. Project choices include: pillowcase, tote bag, PJ pants, skirt, t-shirt “pet”, & a purse from a “recycled” pair of jeans! Sewing Skill Builder 201 will continue developing your sewing skills with an individualized project. Dust off your sewing machine and sign up today! See the flyer for details. Contact Louise King at louisekingtx@verizon.net for more info. Please click here for more info.

Master Calendar 6th Six Weeks 2011-2012

Attached is the 6^th six weeks calendar marking major tests, quizzes and project due dates. All dates are subject to change based on the needs of the learners.

Updates will follow as necessary. Click HERE to see the Master Calendar.

Basketball Skills Training

Rick Lenoir’s basketball skills training for 4^th – 8^th grade girls and boys is back at SCMS on Mondays 6:30-8:30 PM.

2012 Summer Enrichment Programs in Lovejoy ISD

For more information about summer enrichment programs in Lovejoy, please click here.

May Nutrition News
Please click HERE to see the Nutrition News and cafeteria menus for the month of May.

2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar

Click HERE for your copy of the new 2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar.

SCMS Calendar of Events

Date	Time	Event	Location
May 10, 11, 12	7:00 PM	SCMS Play “Cheaper by the Dozen”	Cafeteria
May 11		Summer Reading Fair	SCMS
May 14	7:00 PM	Spring Orchestra Concert	LHS Auditorium
May 14		6^th Grade Textbook Collection Last Names A-J	SCMS
May 15	9:30 AM	8^th Grade Panoramic Picture	SCMS
May 15	7:00 PM	6^th Grade Pop Show	LHS Auditorium
May 15		6th Grade Textbook Collection Last Names K-Z	SCMS
May 16		7^th Grade Textbook Collection Last Names A-J	SCMS
May 16	9:30 AM	Principal’s Coffee 5th Grade Parents (Rising 6^th Grade)	Aux. Gym
May 17		7^th Grade Textbook Collection Last Names K-Z	SCMS
May 17		8^th Grade Service Project	SCMS
May 18		8^th Grade at Six Flags	Six Flags
May 18		5^th Grade Walk the Creek	SCMS
May 18		All Library Books Due	SCMS
May 18		7^th Grade Service Project	SCMS
May 21	1:00 PM	6^th Grade Awards Ceremony	SCMS Main Gym
May 21		8^th Grade Textbooks Due Last Names A-J	SCMS
May 22	1:00 PM	7^th Grade Awards Ceremony	SCMS Main Gym
May 22		8^th Grade Textbooks Due Last Names K-Z	SCMS
May 22	7:00 PM	7^th and 8^th Grade Pop Show	LHS Auditorium
May 23	8:45 AM	8^th Grade Awards Ceremony	LHS Auditorium
May 23	1:00-2:00 PM	8^th Grade Yearbook Distribution	SCMS
May 24	7:00 PM	Spring Band Concert – All Grades	LHS Auditorium
May 24		6^th and 7^th Grade Yearbook Distribution	SCMS
May 25	During Lunches	Yearbook Signing Party	SCMS
May 28		HOLIDAY
May 29	7:30 AM	Flapjacks for Finals	Cafeteria
May 29- June 1		Final Exams	SCMS
June 1		Last Day of School Early Dismissal
June 13	9:30 AM	Principal’s Coffee Rising 6^th Grade Parents	Aux. Gym

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