To: All SCMS Stakeholders
We are now living The Leader in Me’s, 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. To practice what we teach, my weekly correspondence follows the 7 Habits theme: Habit 1 – Students can BE PROACTIVE by turning assignments timely as we only have 14 days until Christmas. 2nd quarter Mid-term reports were sent home on November 24th. A very useful tool for parents is the Infinite Campus App; where you can check grades and receive push notifications daily. Habit 2 – On Dec. 7th at 6pm we will BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND by recognizing our MS Distinguished Students at SCHS. Please come out and support our students who scored Distinguished in any subject on last spring’s KPREP Assessment. Habit 3 – PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST and Join us for some holiday shopping at the Scholastic Bookfair's VIP Opening on Saturday, Dec. 12th! The library will be teaming up with both the art and drama departments for a fun night of shopping, dinner, and a show; more information about discounts and incentives to come! The Bookfair will be open to students during the school day December 14-18. Habit 4 – This Wednesday we will be THINKING WIN-WIN at our annual Jr. Beta Club inauguration, recognizing: Karlie Acker, Jacob Armstrong, Kelly Baird, Kylie Barron, Mckenzie Bell, Amber Case, Samuel Cooper, Josh Dunkleberger, Aaliyah Ebertshauser, Joe Goodlett, Madison Goodlett, Maria Hawley, Jaynie Heckert, Elisabeth Huckleberry, Kelsey Lear, Destiny McDonald, Tyler Moehrke, Douglas Mouser, Taylor Nation, Diamond Nelson, Makayla Priddy, Ashlyn Propheter, Jack Reynolds, Allie Roberts, Emily Sibert, Hallie Smith, Courtney Spaulding, Connor Strothman, Abby Taylor, Seth Thompson, Abby Turner, Kaylee Waldridge, & Abby Wernert. Habit 5 – After Thanksgiving we will SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD by administering the Winter MAP assessment to all students. This allows us to make individualized decisions for student success. In the FALL SCMS outperformed the national average in 9 of 10 areas. Habit 6 – The library media center would like to SYNERGIZE with the Spencer County community by sponsoring The Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive. We will be collecting new pajama sets (top and bottom) in all sizes (newborn to adult) along with new or gently used books to give to children in need. Donations can be made through December 18th in the library! Habit 7 – Everyone is encouraged to come out and SHARPEN THE SAW on Dec. 4th at our second annual Winterfest at SCMS. Games for children of all ages, arts, crafts, food, Grizzly Café, silent auction, and teacher/student dodgeball competitions. All proceeds goes towards our “Chromebooks for Kids” initiative. If you can donate items, please contact [email protected]. Respectfully, Matt Mercer Principal SCMS
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To: All SCMS Stakeholders
We are now living The Leader in Me’s, 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. To practice what we teach, my weekly correspondence follows the 7 Habits theme: Habit 1 – Students can BE PROACTIVE by turning assignments timely as our 2nd nine weeks just began. 2nd quarter Mid-term reports will be sent home on November 24th. A very useful tool for parents is the Infinite Campus App; where you can check grades and receive push notifications daily. Habit 2 – If your daughter is interested in playing volleyball for SCMS this season, it’s time to BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND; Coach Reno is having 6th grade tryouts tomorrow from 3-5 and 7th/8th grade tryouts will be Tuesday from 3-5. Good luck and Go Grizzlies! Habit 3 – Ms. Steege and Advanced Band students will PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST tomorrow as they perform “Theatre for Social Change” for the entire school. 6th grade will be 4th period, 7th grade will be 6th period, and 8th grade will be during 5th period. Habit 4 – Grizzly band was THINKING WIN-WIN this weekend. SCMS band students performed in the Tristate Honors Competition at Morehead State University. Ms. Stampfer and crew also showcased their talents by performing for the public Saturday night. Habit 5 – After Thanksgiving we will SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD by administering the Winter MAP assessment to all students. This allows us to make individualized decisions for student success. In the FALL SCMS outperformed the national average in 9 of 10 areas. Habit 6 – Vonda Martin and Family Resource are SYNERGIZING with leaders in the community for our 2nd Annual Leadership Luncheon this Tuesday. This year’s keynote speaker will be the first and only female Governor of the state of KY, Ms. Martha Layne Collins. Thanks to Ms. Collins, along with all our leaders who gather each year at this time to discuss leadership with our SCMS students. Habit 7 – Everyone is encouraged to come out and SHARPEN THE SAW on Dec. 4th at our second annual Winterfest at SCMS. Games for children of all ages, arts, crafts, food, Grizzly Café, silent auction, and teacher/student dodgeball competitions. All proceeds goes towards our “Chromebooks for Kids” initiative. If you can donate items, please contact [email protected]. Respectfully, Matt Mercer Principal SCMS To: All SCMS Stakeholders
We are now living The Leader in Me’s, 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. To practice what we teach, my weekly correspondence follows the 7 Habits theme: Habit 1 – Students can BE PROACTIVE by turning assignments timely as our 2nd nine weeks just began. 2nd quarter Mid-term reports will be sent home on November 24th. A very useful tool for parents is the Infinite Campus App; where you can check grades and receive push notifications daily. Habit 2 – Vonda Martin and Family Resource have BEGAN WITH THE END IN MIND; organizing our 2nd Annual Leadership Luncheon. This year’s keynote speaker will be the first and only female Governor of the state of KY, Ms. Martha Layne Collins. Thanks to Ms. Collins, along with several other community leaders who gather each year at this time to discuss leadership with our SCMS students. Habit 3 – The following students have PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST and were recognized as Grizzly Heroes: Julie Kyser, Audrey Hickerson, Sierra Knapper, Seth Nolan, and Dylan Nation. Last week’s Paw on the Back goes to Ms. Cindy Johnson for stepping up in a time of need. Habit 4 – The entire school was THINKING WIN-WIN recently for our annual Veteran’s Day Pancake Breakfast. Over 150 Veteran’s and spouses were recognized during a very uplifting yet emotional ceremony attended by all students. Thanks to Ms. Mcgaughey and Ms. Krause for turning this vision into a reality. Most importantly we thank the men and women who have fought for our freedom! Habit 5 – Our teachers are helping other school districts SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD as a host of surrounding schools begin to visit SCMS this week to learn about the amazing things that make us Distinguished in KY. Grant County MS will attend this Wednesday to watch our students and teachers in action as they hope to learn how we teach writing school-wide. Habit 6 – Once again SCMS will be SYNERGIZING with SCHS to provide this year’s Drama Department winter production, “Best Christmas Pageant” play. Elementary students from SCES and TES will watch on Dec. 10th and the community is invited to attend on Dec. 12 & 13. Habit 7 – Everyone is encouraged to come out and SHARPEN THE SAW on Dec. 4th at our second annual Winterfest at SCMS. Games for children of all ages, arts, crafts, food, Grizzly Café, silent auction, and teacher/student dodgeball competitions. All proceeds goes towards our “Chromebooks for Kids” initiative. If you can donate items, please contact [email protected]. Respectfully, Matt Mercer Principal SCMS To: All SCMS Stakeholders
We are now living The Leader in Me’s, 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. To practice what we teach, my weekly correspondence follows the 7 Habits theme: Habit 1 – Students can BE PROACTIVE by turning assignments timely as our 2nd nine weeks just began. 2nd quarter Mid-term reports will be sent home on November 24th. A very useful tool for parents is the Infinite Campus App; where you can check grades and receive push notifications daily. Habit 2 – Everyone can BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND, by ordering SCMS Spirit Gear now, so you’ll have it for the future. All proceeds go to the SCMS PTSO; attached is an order form. Habit 3 – The following students have PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST and were recognized as Grizzly Heroes: Zachary Richnor, Kaylee Waldridge, Maria Hawley, Kylie Barron, Yessenia Verastegui. Last week’s Paw on the Back goes to Ms. Phelps for educating others on tech. for the classroom. Habit 4 – Friday, the entire school was THINKING WIN-WIN for our annual Academic Pep Rally featuring J.D. Shelburne. The Spencer Magnet was here to Students that scored Proficient, Distinguished, & those that showed growth were recognized, w/ ALL Distinguished students meeting JD backstage. Thanks to our sponsors: McDonald’s, Shelbyville Family Center, Fernbowl & Kingpin. Habit 5 – Grizzly teachers are SEEKING FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD by participating in job-embedded professional development on the Seven Thinking Strategies that help students learn most. This month’s strategy is “Schema” and was modeled by Ms. Kennedy. For more information on this initiative, click here: http://www.spencer.kyschools.us/2/Content2/438 Habit 6 – Once again SCMS will be SYNERGIZING with local veterans in hosting our 3rd annual "Pancakes for Patriots" pancake breakfast on Wednesday, November 11th. This community event has grown because of your hard work, donations, and help! As always we depend on donations. If you would be willing to donate items or your time during our breakfast we would greatly appreciate it. You can find our list of needs @ http://www.perfectpotluck.com/meals.php?t=NDXT0830&v=1ca6f99a5b. Habit 7 – Congrats to the following students who have been SHARPENING THE SAW by reading their favorite book, which has them atop the Accelerated Reader leaderboard in the media center: 5th place – Abby Watts, 4th place – Emily McGill, 3rd place – Cameron Emmons, 2nd place – Lily Weibel, and in 1st place – Erika Montgomery. Respectfully, Matt Mercer Principal SCMS |
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