ST. CLAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSLETTER Positive Points from the Principal October 2018 St. Clair Middle School 4335 Yankee St. Clair, Michigan 48079 810.676.1800 Main Line 810.676.1825 Fax Line 810.676.1826 Attendance Line Website: www.ecsd.us Facebook: https:// www.facebook.com/ StClairMiddleSchool/ School Hours: 7:36am 2:30pm NOTICE TO ALL GUESTS AT ST. CLAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Please remember S.C.M.S. is a drug free school zone! NO SMOKING ON SCHOOL GROUNDS PLEASE! Building Principal Mr. Michael Domagalski i Assistant Principal / Athletic Director Mr. Brad Robbins m Building Secretary Mrs. Liz Draghiceanu 2 Attendance Secretary Mrs. Carrie DeVries aoffice Paraprofessionals Mrs. Sheila Gilmore Mrs. Amie Gaedcke Important Dates 2 Students of the Month 3 Band/Choir News 3 Sports/Media Center 4 Other School News 5, 6 SCMS Parents, Wow, are we really through a month of school already? It seems like yesterday we were having Saints Day, having our 1st school day festivities, and welcoming back students. With our 8th grade Washington DC trip behind us, my thoughts already turn to next year s group of students and parents. If you are a 7th grade student or parent, please start thinking about attending the trip. This is an experience that will last a lifetime for not only the students that go, but the parents that attend as well. We are constantly looking on making the trip better and better each year, so please spread the word to 7th grade students and parents. More details about the 2019 trip will come out around November. The Positivity Project is in full swing here at St. Clair Middle School. As I ve mentioned to many of you before, we are very proud of the reimaging we've done within the school. When you step in our hallways and classrooms, you ll see banners, signs, and even plates on each of the main staircase steps reminding students of positive quotes, the 24 character strengths, and the importance of having an #OtherPeopleMatter mindset. The teachers and staff have done an amazing job of facilitating structured discussions with the students about the mindset and two character strengths thus far, curiosity and teamwork/ citizenship. For the month of October, they will interacting with others about open-mindedness, identifying and appreciating the good in others, integrity, perspective, and creativity. We are extremely proud of this project we call P2 and look forward to continuing to impact our students body in a positive way. Lastly, and as part of The Positivity Project, we encourage all SCMS parents to facilitate some P2 discussions at home. Each week as part of our SCMS Weekly Bulletin, parents are informed on what character strength we are focusing on and a current character card link is provided for parents. CLICK HERE to see the weekly bulletin and check out The Positivity Project article to find the cards, calendar, and more! The more we work as a team, the more chances we will have on making a successful and positive impact on our children. If there is anything that we can help with, please don t hesitate to contact us here at the school. Let s continue to promote #PositivityUnknown2Mankind while keeping in mind that #OtherPeopleMatter. Mr. Michael M. Domagalski St. Clair Middle School, Principal PTO News 7 Conference Info 8 Hungry Howies 8
IMPORTANT DATES Page 2 October 1-5 October 1 @ 4:00pm October 3 October 3 @ 4:00pm @ 4:15pm October 4 @ 3:50pm October 6 @ 8:00am October 8 @ 4:00pm October 10 @ 12:30pm @ 4:00pm @ 4:15pm October 11 @ 4:00pm October 12 @ 5:30-8:30pm 7:30pm October 15 @ 4:00pm October 16 @ 5:00pm October 17 @ 5:50pm October 18 @ 4:00pm October 19 @ 7:00pm October 22 @ 7:00pm October 24 @ 5:30-8:00pm @6:00pm October 25 @12:45-4:00pm, @5:30-8:00pm Box Tops classroom competition. Bring into your 1st hour class. Volleyball at Marine City Student COUNT DAY! Volleyball at Central Middle School 8th Grade Football at Central Middle School Cross Country at Marysville Volleyball Tournament at SC4 Volleyball at Marysville Early Release Day. Students dismissed @ 12:30 pm Volleyball HOME vs. Fort Gratiot Football HOME vs. Fort Gratiot Cross County at Maynard Red Aurand Memorial Park 52915 Huntley Ave New Baltimore MI 48047 PTO Dash of DOOM & Family Fun Night @ SCMS 5K Race Starts Volleyball HOME vs. Holland Woods Football HOME vs. Marine City at East China Stadium SCHS Homecoming Parade & Rally at the Plaza Volleyball HOME vs. Marine City SCHS Varsity Football Homecoming Game vs. New Haven Band Concert @ SCMS Gym Evening Parent Teacher Conferences Book Fair open during conferences Football at Marysville Half Day for students. Hours 1, 2, & 3 Dismissed at 10:59 am Afternoon & Evening Parent Teacher Conferences October 25 @ 3:30pm @ 7:00pm October 26 @ 2:30-4:00pm October 30 @ 7:00pm October 31 Girls Volleyball uniform return & pizza party Choir Concert @ the PAC SCMS Halloween Dance Choir Concert @ PAC Halloween Full Day of School
STUDENT OF THE MONTH/MUSIC NEWS Page 3 Each month staff members are asked to nominate students they feel have exhibited student of the month qualities. Students will be invited to a Tigers game in April or May. Music Department ATTENTION BAND STUDENTS! 8th grade band students get in free to the SCHS Homecoming football game on Friday, October 19, 2018! Bring your school ID for your admission. Band Concert will be held October 22nd at 7:00pm in the SCMS Gym. Choir Concert will be held on October 30th at the East China Performing Arts Center at 7:00pm.
SPORTS/MEDIA CENTER Page 4 FUTURE SPORTS Boys Basketball (7th & 8th grades) games start the end of November. Tryouts are scheduled to start November 5th. Girls Basketball (7th & 8th grades) games start February. Tryouts are scheduled to start 2-3 weeks prior to start date. Boys & Girls track meets (7th & 8th grades) begin April 2019. Practice will begin prior to this date. No tryouts. Wrestling meets begin February 2019. Practices will begin prior to this date. No tryouts. Lacrosse practices will start mid to late April depending on weather. Please make your appointment for your child s annual sports physical. They can t attend any practice or tryout without a current physical. Pay to Participate is $100.00. Club sports may have different fees. Any questions please call Mrs. Amie Gaedcke at 810-676-1803. MEDIA CENTER NEWS The Book Fair is Coming Encourage your child to read by giving them a book that they want! Do some holiday, birthday or just because gift shopping at our book fair which is being held October 22-25 in the Media Center and October 24-25 (during conferences) in the Main Lobby. Students will be visiting the book fair during their Language Arts classes where they will be able to make a wish list or purchase books at that time. Parents/ guardians are welcome to visit the book fair at anytime! Purchased items can be paid for with any of the following: cash, check or credit card. (Please include 6% Michigan sales tax on all orders.) You may also shop the Book Fair Online at scholastic.com/fair from 10/17-10/30 by clicking here. *Volunteers Needed to Assist With the Book Fair* No one will be turned away; any amount of time one hour, 2 hours or all day your help is needed and, as always greatly, appreciated. If interested please call Mrs. MacDonald at 676-1862 or email mmacdonald1@ecsd.us.
OTHER SCHOOL NEWS Page 5 There is no school year like your present school year! Your yearbook celebrates a year full of friends, memories, events and experiences. Visit the Kaiser website by CLICKING HERE: Yearbook code is SCMSYB Or return your order form and payment to the office. Robotics will be starting the end of October. If you are interested in joining please see Mr. Eisele 810-676-1835 or email seisele@ecsd.us HEALTHY TIPS Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Here s why It provides important nutrients for development and growth. Helps maintain healthy weight Boosts brain function A balanced breakfast includes whole grains, protein and fruit (grapes, sliced bananas, orange slices) MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS: Prep time 35 minutes. Makes 6 burritos Flour tortillas 6 eggs 1-2 T Milk 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese 6 fully cooked sausage or crumpled bacon Assemble burritos: Spoon egg mixture down the center of each flour tortilla. Roll up each burrito tightly to secure filling. Serve immediately or freeze. To Cook: In a large bowl beat 6 eggs, add the milk and stir until well blended. In a 10 skillet over medium heat, cook eggs stirring occasionally, add the cheeses and the meat just before the eggs look scrambled.
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PTO NEWS Page 7 DASH OF DOOM & FALL FAMILY FUN NIGHT Friday, October 12-5:30-8:30pm 5K Fun Run / 2 Mile Walk $35.00 Registration Per Participant (includes T-shirt) *OR* $20.00 Don t Make Me Run!! T-shirt option Early Bird Registration ($30) expires October 1 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 5:30pm - Festivities Begin Gift Basket Raffles ~ Inflatable Obstacle Course ~ Facing Painting ~ Food Trucks 6:30-7:30pm - Trunk or Treat ($10.00 per decorated car) 7:30pm - 5K Fun Run & 2 Mile Walk/Little Pumpkin For More info, please contact Alicia Garth 248-895-2369 USED SHOES WANTED Now Accepting: Any and All Types of Shoes Must be free of holes Collecting until October 12 th 2018
CONFERENCES Page 8 Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 24th 5:30-8:00 pm & Thursday, October 25th 12:45-4:00 pm 5:30-8:00 pm Half Day - Students dismissed at 10:59 a.m. Hours 1, 2 & 3 SCHEDULING CONFERENCES For the 2018 conferences, parents will be able to log into Skyward and schedule an appointment time. No waiting in line in the gym. More information and instructions will be coming to parents via Skyward and email about scheduling these conferences. The Book Fair will be open during Conferences.
MONTHLY FUNDRAISER Page 9 ST. CLAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL FUNDRAISER PIZZA NIGHT 810-329-5900 October 25th Let's help raise money for St. Clair Middle School. Hungry Howie's will donate 20% cash back to the school on all our Pizza Night purchases. Just fill in the slip below and hand it to the cashier or delivery driver and enjoy your dinner. Let's all make this a great year. Tell family and friends to help us out. They have extra flyers at the store. Turn in this slip and SCMS will earn our 20% donation. Name: Grade: Total Order Amount:
EAST CHINA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION President James R. Biewer Vice-President Jeanne K Frank Secretary Amy Murphy Trustees: Michael Malane Lynn Griffor Todd Distelrath Pat Biebuyck Superintendent Suzanne Cybulla The East China School District complies with all federal laws and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. No person shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity in the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, marital status or handicap. Contact: Central Administration: 1585 Meisner Road, East China, MI 48054 (810)676.1000 Transportation: Mr. Larry Strunk (810) 676-1100 East China School District 1585 Meisner Road East China, MI 48054 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID ST. CLAIR, MI PERMIT #62