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 Upcoming Sixth Graders and Parents are Invited...

Upcoming Sixth Graders and their parents are invited to Sixth Grade Orientation on Tuesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. in the gym of the William Hubbard MIddle School Campus.
A Message from Counselors
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There's lots of conversation in the media and in education circles regarding Common Core Standards and what they mean for education. Northwest Educational Laboratory shares vital information for parents as Georgia moves to the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards. Click here for common core information from Northwest Ed Laboratory prepared for parents. 
Physicals for Athletes

Middle School Physicals will be given on Monday, May 21, 2012, at 5:00 pm in the gym at BSMS. This is for middle school athletes, rising 7th and 8th graders (current 6th and 7th graders.)

Testing Continues
End of Course Tests are May 7-10
AP Exams are  May 7-11 and May 14-17.
Middle School Chorus Students to Perform

Thursday, May 10, 2012  Middle School Chorus Concert, BSMS gym, 7:00 pm

PD360 now has Expanded Support for Teachers
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PD360 use continues for Monroe County teachers. Tech support through PD360 is available Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time (except holidays).

Tech support is available by calling 1-800-572-1153 and pressing "1" when you get the prerecorded message. Monroe County teachers who experience trouble getting into PD360, please "tech track" so the technology team can update your laptop or assist you with login or password issues.

A Message from the Superintendent...
The Monroe County Board of Education will meet Tuesday, May 8th at 6:30 p.m.  The recognition portion of the Board of Education Meeting will be held in the Auditorium. Student recognitions include Science Fair, Media Festival, and Young Georgia Authors Competition winners.

 

Additionally, the Superintendent and the Board of Education  will recognize Monroe County Schools Friends of Education:

Judge Sharon J. Sullivan, Monroe County Juvenile Court Judge
Greg and Michelle Head, Head Heating and Air

Ms. Connie Ham, ERA Middle GA Realty

A Message from Monroe County School Nurses...
Spice And Other Innocent Names for Dangerous Drugs

Governor Nathan Deal recently signed into law legislation that outlaws all forms of synthetic marijuana in Georgia."These synthetic substances pose an enormous risk to our public safety," said Deal. "As the usage has dramatically increased, instances of violence, bodily harm and even death have risen with it. I applaud the GBI and the General Assembly for their fast work on this legislation, which addresses a pressing need."

 

SB 370 was named Chase's Law in memory of Chase Corbitt Burnett, a 16-year-old honor student and soccer player found dead in a hot tub at his parent's Fayette County home after smoking the substance.  Burnett's family joined GBI Director Vernon Keenan, Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, House Speaker Ralston and others at the bill signing.

 

Synthetic cannabinoids contain marijuana-like chemical compounds combined with different forms of dried vegetation. These products are sold in gas stations throughout the state and are purchased and smoked by individuals in search of a legal high.  Unfortunately, the substances sold in these public locations are often tainted, and can cause serious damage to the user or even death.

 

According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, there were 6,959 calls nationwide related to adverse effects associated with synthetic cannabinoid compounds in 2011. This is nearly 2.4 times the amount of calls in 2010. Doctors have determined that synthetic marijuana can cause psychosis and increase the tendency of violent behavior.

 

In September of last year, a Bulloch County woman was hospitalized after her boyfriend brutally assaulted her while under the influence of synthetic marijuana. Just this month, a 17-year-old in Washington state who was high on synthetic marijuana fatally stabbed a sleeping schoolmate because he felt "an urge to hurt someone."

 

Emergencies stemming from the use of synthetic pot are rising drastically. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, centers around the country reported receiving 6,955 calls last year involving people who were harmfully exposed. That's well more than double the reports in 2010. What can be done to reduce synthetic drug abuse, of K2 and many other dangerous drugs, is not simply legislation or enforcement. It is education, public awareness and early intervention. The Monroe County Sheriff's Department has been working to remove these substances from local stores, but parents need to remain vigilant.

 References: http://gov.georgia.gov/00/press
 
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gregory-bunt-md/synthetic-marijuana_b_1291228.html.

http://www.myfoxatlanta.com/dpp/news/local_news/Family-Says-Teen-Dies-After-Taking-Synthetic-Marijuana-20120306-pm-pk.

 

 

 

Student Scientists Will be Recognized at Tuesday Night's Board of Education Meeting

Third Place Winners:

  • Chloe Crownover - SHES, 4th Grade
  • Marcelene Leverett - SHES, 4th Grade

Second Place Winners:

  • Taylor Jordan - SHES, 5th Grade
  • Brittany Evans - SHES, 4th Grade
  • Allison Spence - KBSE,
  • Grace Stoerkel - KBSE,
  • Abby Watson - KBSE,
  • Ava McKallip, TGSE, 3rd Grade
  • Calliway Selman, TGSE, 4th Grade
  • Teresa Wilcox, TGSE, 4th Grade
  • Nate Howard, TGSE, 4th Grade

 First Place Winners:

  • Kayleigh Hill, SHES, and 4th Grade Best In Show
  • Taylor Bennett, KBSE, 5th Grade
  • Rilyn McKallip, TGSE, 5th Grade
  • Evan Floyd, TGSE, 5th Grade

 Parachute Design Competition:

  • KBSE Parachute Design Team: Allison Spence, Grace Stoerkel, Abby Watson, and Taylor Bennett, beat 20 other regional teams, including elementary, middle and high school level teams.
State Media Festival Winners will go on to International Competition in the Fall
Georgia Student Media Festival  
The following students will be recognized as state media festival winners at Tuesday night's Board of Education Meeting.

 

Mary Persons High School Miguel Barcelo By Lauren Maxwell, Matt McClellan Sponsoring Teacher: Mrs. Kristy Slaughter

 

Monroe County Achievement Center Second Chance By Ashley Harvey, Shaquetta Glover, Brittany Davis, Brittany Lawson, Kierra Davis, Brent Spires, Tyler Moss, Jermell Reid, Melyssa Lockett Sponsoring Teachers: Dr. Margie Campbell, Mrs. Adrienne Love-Tucker

 

Banks Stephens Middle School My Guardian Angel Has the Same Last Name By Amber Pritchett Sponsoring Teacher: Mr. Daniel Price

 

KBSutton Elementary School Penguins By Mrs. Spence's Class Sponsoring Teacher: Mrs. Julie Spence

 

Samuel L. Hubbard Elementary School Chillin' In Nepal By Jason Hickman, Madden McLendon, Jacobi Green Sponsoring Teachers: Ms. Marnai Boose, Mrs. Ashley Allen and Mrs. Misti Sikes

 

Samuel L. Hubbard Elementary School Adopt a Pet Now By Rachel Sparks and Maggie Cooper Sponsoring Teacher: Mr. Justen Eason

 

Samuel L. Hubbard Elementary School Walt Disney World By Elizabeth Bennett and Emma Heath Sponsoring Teacher: Mrs. Ashley Allen

 

Samuel L. Hubbard Elementary School Georgia on Our Minds By Natalie Pippin, Kayleigh Hill and Marcelene Leverett Sponsoring Teacher: Mrs. Lisa Crosby

 

Samuel L. Hubbard Elementary School Cotton By Sarah Boyer and Katie Thompson Sponsoring teachers: Mrs. Ashley Allen and Mrs. Misti Sikes

 

TGScott Elementary School James "The Juiceman" By James Waite Sponsoring Teacher: Mrs. Lori Oakes

The Monroe County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public. It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and all accompanying regulations. As a result, the following people have been appointed to oversee specific areas.

Title II, Adult 504, Adult Title IX  Dr. Mike Hickman 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029  478-994-2031  

Student and Athletic Title IX  Tommie Walker 25 Brooklyn Avenue, Forsyth, GA 31029  478-994-2031  

Student 504 Lisa Allred  433 Highway 41 South, Forsyth, GA 31029  478-994-2031

Any employee, student, applicant for employment, parent or other person who believes he or she has been discriminated against or harassed in violation of the above areas must make a complaint in accordance with the procedures outlined in Board Policy GAAA.