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Message from Mrs. Kunze
PTSO is having a Labor Day Marathon for Magazine Sales. For every online order your child's name will be entered into a drawing to win a Movie Gift Card, I-tunes Gift Card, or a Aeropostale Gift Card. There will be one drawing during each lunch period on Wednesday, September 9th. All it takes is one entry, but you receive an entry for every order that is placed between 6pm Friday, September 4th to 9pm on Monday, September 7th. Entries are ONLY for online orders. Shop at www.gaschoolstore.com
School ID: 2529543
PTSO will host their Annual Back to School Neon Bash on Friday, September 18th from 2-5pm. Tickets will be sold during all 3 lunches on the 16th, 17th, & 18th. Cost is $8 for non-members and $5 for PTSO members. Students will receive fun neon favors and will have fun being with their friends and enjoying the music played by the DJ. Concessions will be available, so students will need money if they want to purchase pizza, chips, candy, water, or soda.
7th & 8th grade students interested in becoming a new member of the National Junior Honor Society will apply at the end of the first quarter. Applications will be available the last week of October and will be due Friday, October 30
th. No late applications will be accepted. Further information will be provided in October.
We are still looking for 3 parent volunteers to work in a 6th grade science or world history class from 7:40am to 10:15am one day a week. If you can assist, please click on the link below for the sign-up genius.
ALL volunteers must be cleared through the district.
Swiss Point will host an informational meeting by district employees on Wednesday, September 9th at 1:30pm in our auditorium on the half-cent sales tax referendum. If you are avaiable, we encourage you to attend and bring a neighbor.
T-Shirt Contest for 8th graders!
The 8th grade traditionally has a special t-shirt. This t-shirt is required for our GradVenture fieldtrip in May, but we order it in the fall, so students and teachers have it to wear the entire school year. The shirt has every 8th grade student's name listed on the back. For the front, we hold a design contest and the winning design will be on the front of the t-shirt.
Rules:
1. The design needs to relate to Swiss Point or have a theme that fits being 8th graders.
2. The design must be black and white (no color).
3. The designer's name should be on the BACK of the drawing.
4. The design must be given to your homeroom teacher by Wednesday, September 16.
Personnel changes
Teacher for Advanced Language Arts 2 (replacing Mrs. Andenora). We have hired Mary Slaton, who will start this Tuesday, September 8th.
Teacher for Math 2 (replacing Sekora) - we have hired a teacher, Mrs. McNamara, from Durbin Creek and are just waiting for her replacement to be cleared by HR for Mrs. McNamara to move to Swiss.
6th grade Counselor - Interviews will be held this Thursday. We are hoping to recommend someone Friday and have them cleared by HR to start by the 21st.
Pre-Algebra & Math 2 Advanced teacher (replacing Mrs. Collier) - We will interview Tuesday evening and hope to recommend a candidate and have them cleared by HR to start on Monday the 21st.
Helping Your Child Succeed on Florida Standard Assessments and State EOCs
There are many informational meetings for families of middle and high school studnets to help your child succeed. Click here to view flyer.
Yearbooks are on sale now!!! The pre-sale ENDS Friday, September 11th. The price of the yearbook will go up after the 11th.
You can pre-order your yearbook online for only $35. Yearbooks will ONLY be sold online, so please do not send in cash or check. Students were given a 1/2 sheet flyer today in homeroom with the directions on how to order. Just in case the slip doesn't make it to you, the directions are below.
Search by Order Number 0359
Press continue to confirm you have chosen SPMS.
You will select your order options by filling in the Quantity of the item you would like to purchase.
After you confirm your selections, you will be prompted to insert the student's name and grade level.
You will then be able to insert the Name Stamp you would like to appear on the front of the book and perss Continue.
Once you have confirmed your items, select Checkout.
Complete the billing information and select Review Order.
After reviewing your order, select Submit.
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PTSO Information
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Next Meeting
SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, September 21st at 10am in the Multi-Purpose Room at SPMS. Please note the informative meeting addressing the St. Johns County's sales tax increase referendum has been cancelled. Please refer to the School Board's website for more information and education. That website is: http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/halfcentsalestax/
NEON Bash
The NEON Bash is back and ready to GLO! Save the date for this annual popular event and get ready to PARTY with a live DJ, loud music and lots of GLOWING good fun! It all happens Friday, September 18th from 2-5pm. Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, September 16th during lunchtime. Ticket costs are $5 for current PTSO members & $8 for non-members. Check the Raider Rap every week for more information and we will see you there! Please contact Becky Gonzalez with any questions you may have: beckyagarcia@gmail.com
Magazine Sales
There is one week left to turn in Magazine orders. The PTSO is having a Labor Day Weekend Marathon... for every Online order place between Friday evening to Monday evening, their name will be entered into a drawing to win 1 of 3 gift cards. There will be one drawing at each lunch period on Wednesday, 9/9. The more online orders, the more chances your student has to win either an I-tunes, movie or clothing store gift card. Please encourage your student to ask family and friends during the holiday weekend.
Please visit www.gaschoolstore.com School ID: 2529543.
SPMS PTSO BOARD
SPMS PTSO BOD wants to welcome our new event chairs for 2015-2016. Becky Gonzalez isour newNeon Bash Chair, Monina Mulleague is our 2015/2016 Business Partner Liaison, Holly Antal is our Swiss Point Cares Chair with Linda Bolger and Jenny Preffer assisting, Dawn Evans is our Communications Chair and Robin Roberts will be heading our Charcter Counts Committee. Welcome to you all and thank you so much for supporting us, our staff and our kids at SPMS!
We are currently seeking businesses that are interested in sponsoring events and becoming Partners in Education at SPMS. No donation is too small and we will work to find a way to support each other. Please contact Monina Mulleague at monina468@msn.com for more information and thank you for the consideration!
Please continue to turn in your Box Tops and Campbell soup labels. The money we raise from these items help support all sorts of things around the school including your teacher and student's needs.
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Cafeteria Information
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The St Johns County School District has release information regarding a parent guide to help answer and questions regarding the Food Service Department.
Lunch Menu for the Week of September 7th
Monday- Holiday!
Tuesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Calzonettes, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Mini Corn Dogs, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Fresh Apple Slices, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Pasta & Meatballs, Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Steamed Carrots, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Friday- BBQ Chicken, Hamburger, Mini Corn Dog, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Variety of Milk
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Daily Rotation
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For the Week of September 7th
Monday, September 7- No School for Teachers or Students, Labor Day
Tuesday, September 8- Black Day
Drama Rehearsal 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
Football Study Hall, 2-4:00 pm, Cafeteria
Intramural Football, 2-3:00 pm, Meet in Gym
Wednesday, September 9- Silver Day- Early Release
Winterguard Practice, 1-5:30 pm, Gym
Football Study Hall, 1-3:00 pm, Cafeteria
Sales Tax Informational Mtg, 1:30-2:30 pm, Auditorium
Thurday, September 10- Black Day
**Wednesday Bell Schedule with Raider Hour**
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Intramural Football, 2-3:00 pm, Gym
Friday, September 11- Silver Day
Patriot Day Sponsored by the US History Teachers
Grades updated by 3:00 pm
ITS Club Meeting, 2-4:00 pm, Drama Room
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Volunteer Information
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There are no volunteer opportunities at this time.
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Barbara Seaton-6th grade and 7th graders with last names beginning with A-L.
Tanya Moseley- 7th graders, last name ending in M-Z and the entire 8th grade.
Cynthia Dean- Testing Coordinator
Duke TIP- 7th Grade Talent
Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) is conducting a 7th grade talent search. The program is designed to help families determine how advanced their students' academic abilities are and what level of educational challenge is appropriate. As part of the talent search enrollment, students will take the SAT or ACT as an above-level test. This allows students to have greater insight into their abilities and gives them a chance to preview a college entrance exam. Duke TIP also provides enrichment resources designed specifically for academically talented youth.
Eligibility:
The student must be in the 7th grade.
The student must meet one of the following test score requirements:
2014 FCAT 2.0 5th Grade: Reading ≥ 255, Math ≥ 254, Science ≥ 235
2015 FSA 6th Grade: ELA ≥ 95th percentile, Math ≥ 95th percentile
Score a minimum of 125 on a full scale or composite score on an approved IQ test that is not more than two years old.
To enroll online visit www.tip.duke.edu/enroll
or submit a paper application. Paper applications are available in Cynthia Dean's office.
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SAC News
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Do you feel like you would like to know more about what is going on at Swiss Point? Do you ever wonder why a decision is made to change a procedure around school? Would you like your voice heard and be part of making the changes?
Team Members Needed!
Join the SPMS SAC team!
If you would like to join the SPMS School Advisory Council (SAC) and stay informed about policies and procedures that affect your students please email Sarah Lewis to get more information sarah.lewis@stjohns.k12.fl.usSAC Survey Monkey
School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School
Meeting Dates, 2015-2016 School Year
*Meetings Start Promptly at 3:30pm*
Wednesday, September 16th
Wednesday, October 21th
Wednesday, November 18th
Wednesday, December 16th
No Meeting in January, 2015
Wednesday, February 17th
No Meeting in March, 2015
Wednesday, April 20th
Wednesday, May 18st
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Media Center News
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at what the Media Center has to offer!
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Band News
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Check out the band website for our new "Band Pride Decals" for your car window! We also have Bozard Ford Oil Changes for $20. Thank you for supporting our fabulous band program!
Band Parents, be sure to check out the band website for the current band calendar, the band handbook, and the latest news.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Emergency Cards Needed
Update: There are only 7 students who have not turned in their emergency cards. They have been notified and we are hopeful that all will be turned in within the first month of school. Way to go Raiders!
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Athletics
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The Saint Johns Middle School Athletic Association ("SJMSAA") middle school sports program is not operated or sponsored by the St. Johns County School District. SJMSAA is an independent, private non-profit corporation, which uses District middle school names and facilities under a license agreement with the District, and which is solely responsible for the operation of the SJMSAA middle school sports program and its individual teams.
SJMSAA Raider Football
The Varsity football team beat Fruit Cove Middle school on Saturday. The JV fell short of a win.
Both JV and Varsity lost with varsity falling short by only 1 point.
Both teams play on Thursday, September 10th with Varsity playing Sebastian at 7:00 pm and JV playing at 5:00 pm verses Landrum
SJMSAA Raider Baseball
Fall tryouts coming in September. Registration for tryouts is now open! Specific dates for each school participating will be posted soon!
Swiss Point Volleyball The first volleyball games will be on Monday,September 14 at Liberty Pines starting with the girls at 5:30 and boys to follow. Go Raiders!
Swiss Point Flag Football Intramural
The first session of intramurals will begin on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. The sport will be Flag football for ALL grade levels. In order to participate, you must pick up a permission slip from a P.E. teacher or the front office. The permission slip must be returned by Tuesday, September 8, 2015 in order will to participate. The times will be from 2:00pm - 3:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday. Remember that everyone is allowed to participate in intramurals. If you have any questions please contact a P.E. teacher or call 547-8650.
Swiss Point Winterguard
Winterguard will be practicing for many weeks until their first competition later in the school year.
Swiss Point Girls Lacrosse Fall Academy
Swiss Point Middle School is excited to announce its first ever girls lacrosse "Fall Ball Academy" for 6th -8th grade girls interested in playing lacrosse. Beginner, intermediate and advanced players are all welcome to join! Come be a part of the fastest growing sport in the U.S.! We will be working on the fundamental skills of lacrosse in a positive and fun environment. Girls will participate in basic drills, games and scrimmages. There will be possible weekend clinic opportunities, including a clinic with local Bartram Trail high school players. Information for the fall academy is below.
SJMSAA Raider Soccer
Registration is open! Check the website next month for more details.
2015-2016 Season
Try-Outs: End of September/Early October 2015; Times/Dates TBD Season: November to January
Any Questions: Please contact the SJMSAA Board of Directors @ soccer@sjmsaa.com with any questions you may have about the Soccer program or any details above.
For soccer news follow @SJMSAASoccer8 on twitter
Creeks Athletic Association
Visit www.caa.org for updates on Fall Conditioning Camps,
Flag Football Registration, Creeks Softball and Creeks Baseball Club Fall Registration. Click here for details.
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Policy Reminders
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We have been informed by the district that ALL parents that plan on entering the building during the day before or after school ,even if students are not in the building, need to be cleared. We are asking that EVERY parent or guardian that might be on campus for a conference, IEP meeting, 504 meeting or for anything else, PLEASE click on the link below to register for access.
NOTE: Access files are good for 3 years. Please do not apply again but call the school that you wish to have access to and they will help get the file updated. Call the school also to add SPMS to your list of schools you wish to have access to.
Go to www.stjohns.k12.fl.us, scroll down to Families and click on School Access Form
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Student's Corner
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Returning NJHS Members
The Return Intent form is posted on the NJHS Edmodo page and some copies are in the library. Please complete and return to Ms. White in Portable 4 no later than 1:10 PM on Wednesday, September 2nd. Late forms will not be accepted.
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Beyond the Bell
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We currently have openings in Beyond the Bell. If you are interested, please refer to the Extended Day Tab on the SPMS website for directions to register. All forms and fees must be paid prior to your child attending Beyond the Bell.
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From the District
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District Calendar for 15-16
Click here to view the approved 2015-2015 District Master Calendar.
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Free Junior Golf Clinic
Wolfon Children's Hospital is hosting a Free Junior Golf Clinic on Sunday, September 27 at 4:00 pm at TPC Sawgrass Driving Range.
Father Daughter Dance Sponsored by girlsinc.
Click here to view flyer about the Father Daughter Dance sponsored by girlsinc on Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 5:30-9:30 pm at the Renaissance Resort at The World Golf Village
Community Yard Sale
There will be a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, September 5 from 8-1 pm at Alpine Groves Park to benefit the restoration of the Historic Bennett Farmhouse. Click here for more information.
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