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Switzerland Point Middle School

5/20/2011  

 777 Greenbriar Road

St. Johns, FL  32259
547-8650
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Message from Mrs. Kunze

  

Algebra 1 EOC 

All students in Algebra 1 Honors took the first State EOC this week.  The exam will count 30% of the student's final grade.  The students did great.  The test was rigorous and long, but I'm sure our students performed well!

 

The scores will not be sent to the district until June 9th.  Students in Algebra 1 Honors will receive their report card on the last day of school with an incomplete for math.  As soon as we receive the scores and they are calculated into the grades, we will mail an updated report card. 

 

Faculty Show - Cancelled

Due to conflicts in scheduling, we have cancelled the faculty show.  We will try and have the show in the fall next year. 

  

8th grade information

8th grade awards will be held in Bartram Trail High School's Auditorium this year on Monday, June 6th at 10am.  The program should last approximately one hour.  We will transport all of the 8th graders there on school buses.  Letters were mailed home today if your child will be receiving an award.

 

The 8th grade dance will be at World Golf Village the same day, Monday, June 6th, from 6-9pm.  Tickets will be on sale May 23rd to 27th for $25 each. 

 

 

Week of May 23rd - THIS WEEK!

This week will be our final week of classes!!  It is hard to believe that the school year is almost over.  Please encourage your students to finish strong academically & encourage good behavior. 

 

 

Semester Exams 

Mon, May 30th - Memorial Holiday! 

Tue, May 31st - all classes

Wed, June 1st - Exams in Silver 2 & Silver 3

Thu, June 2nd - Exams in Silver 4 & Black 2

Fri, June 3rd - Exams in Black 3 & Black 4

 

End-of-Year Activities

Mon, June 6- 8th grade awards & dance

Tue, June 7 - 6th & 7th grade field trips

               8th grade yearbook signing & relay races

Wed, June 8 - 8th grade field trip

               6th & 7th grade yearbook signing & relay races

Thu, June 9 - Last day of school - report cards issued

 

If a student receives ISD or OSS before their field trip, he/she will not abe allowed to attend.  The cost of the trip is non-refundable.  This was on every field trip form that was sent home.  PLEASE talk to your child about their behavior the last few weeks of school. 
Daily Rotation for the Week

Week of May 23- May 27
  

Monday - Black Day

 

Tuesday - Silver Day 

 

Wednesday - Black Day- 1pm dismissal - no study hall

  

Thursday - Silver Day 

 

Friday - Black Day

Volunteer Information

 

Volunteers are Needed

 

Volunteers are needed to help sell tickets in the cafeteria for the 8th grade dance on Monday, May 23- Friday, May 27 from 11:00 until 11:45 am.  8th grade students will have the opportunity to purchase their tickets for the event on June 6th. Please email Cynthia Casper at casperc@stjohns.k12.fl.us.  

 
PTSO News

  

PTSO General Meeting Scheduled

 

There will be a PTSO General Meeting right before the Band presentation at 6:30 on May 26th to review the current budget which can be viewed on the PTSO website.   

 

The PTSO is looking for a tax accountant to file our taxes over the summer.  If a parent is a tax accountant, or can refer us to someone in the area please contact Sharon Moore at SMoore1920@yahoo.com or via cell phone 904-894-7554.

 
SAC News

School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School

  

If you are interested in joining our SAC team for 2011-2012 please contact Kristina Bransford at bransfk@stjohns.k12.fl.us.   Meetings are once a month for an hour and a half. 

 

Some roles and responsibilities of all members of the School Advisory Council shall:

-           maintain a school-wide perspective on issues

 

-           participate in council meetings

 

-           participate in information and training programs

 

-           act as a link between the school council and the community

 

-           encourage the participation of parents and community members

 

-           attend council meetings on a regular basis

 

-           establish and review annually the council's goals, priorities, and procedures

 

-           hold a minimum of eight meetings per year (all meetings shall be public)

 

-           communicate regularly with parents and other members of the community to seek their views and preferences with regard to matters being addressed by the council, and to report on the activities of the council to the school community

 

 

  

Guidance News
Guidance Counselors
Ellen Dail - 6th grade & 7th grade A-L
Tanya Moseley - 7th grade M-Z & 8th grade

 

 

Book Drive to Help Our School

 

Bins have been placed in each homeroom to collect new or gently used books to be donated to the Switzerland Point Middle School media center.  The book drive will begin on Monday, May 23rd and run through Tuesday,  

 

 

Student's Corner
   
 

FCA's Last Meeting Scheduled

 

FCA will have it's last meeting on Wednesday, May 25 from 1-2:30 in the Raider Roost and Gym.  If you have any questions see Mrs. Phelps in the Media Center.

 

 

Class of 2015 at Bartram Trail High School

 

 Click here to order a Class of 2015 t-shirt.  Complete the form and send it in to the address indicated with your payment.  Be ready for your freshman year!

 

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SPMS Band Camp

 

There will be a band camp for incoming 6th graders from Monday June 13th through Thursday June 16th in the band room at Swiss Point.  Get a jump start into band, make new friends, get aquainted with the school and start learning an instument!!!

Click here for a flyer with information

Click here for camp application

 

 

BTHS Dance Team Tryout Information Meeting

 

The BTHS Dance Team Tryout Information meeting will be Tuesday, May 24th at 6:30 pm in Room N126 at Bartram Trail High School.  Tryouts will be held the week of May 31st.  Packets are available in the front office of BT.  Any questions, email Natalie Chastain at chastan@stjohns.k12.fl.us.

 

 

Policy Reminders
Switzerland Point Standards
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe

  

Tardy Sign In

Students will only get an excused tardy if the parent comes in the school with their child to sign them in or will send a note advising the reason for being tardy such as doctor appointment. 

 

Dress Code

Jeans that are torn may only be worn if the tear is below the 4 inch above the middle of the knee line.
Athletics

 

SPMS BASKETBALL CAMP

 

Switzerland Point Middle School will be hosting its Annual Summer Basketball Camp for boys & girls ages 6 - 14. The camp will have three one - week sessions June 13-16, June 27-30, and August 1-4. This is a fun filled camp where "Teaching Never Stops". Don't be left out of this year's camp because the camp fills up fast. Please check the website at Switzerland Point Middle School to download a brochure. Questions/concerns, please call Coach Singleton (singlet@stjohns.k12.fl.us) at 287-2626 or 547-8650.

 

Also, we are seeking donations or prizes for the students. (Example: gift certificate, T-shirt, coupons, drinks or candy). If any area business can contribute it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Lunch
Traditional  lunch is $2.50
Ala carte pricing can be found using the link on the parent page of the SPMS website.

 

Monday-  Chef Boyardee Ravioli with a Roll,  Chicken and Rice with a Roll,  Seasoned Green Beans, Applesauce

 

Tuesday-   Breakfast Biscuit with sausage, egg and cheese, French Toast Sticks with Yogurt, Potato Triangles and Diced Peaches

 

Wednesday- Popcorn Chicken with a Roll, Homestyle Meatloaf with a Roll, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Fresh Sliced Apples 

  

Thursday-   Twisted Sticks with Dipping Sauce, Turkey Fritters with a Roll, Whole Kernel Corn, Diced Pears

 

Friday-  Oven Baked Chicken with a Roll, Macaroni and Cheese with a Roll, Mixed Vegetables, Pineapple Tidbits 

Community Events 
     
Project SOS Summer Camp

 

Project SOS will be having summer camp again this year; but wait the news gets even better!!! This year the students will have two weeks to choose from, June 20-24 or July 18-22. What's even better, is that our camps this year will be held at Adventure Landing. The camps are open to all students between the ages of 12 and 18. Students need to get their applications in ASAP; the response is sure to be great, however, applications will be accepted through June 10th, 2011, and we will only be accepting the first 50 applicants.