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Message from Mrs. Kunze
School ID: 2529543
TODAY is the last day to pre-order a yearbook for $35. Information on how to order is below. Yearbooks will cost $45 starting tomorrow.
Grades have been updated in HAC as of this afternoon. We hope that you are checking on your child's progress and seeking help now if needed. Please don't wait until the end of the 1st quarter if your child is struggling in a course.
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.
The event ends at 5pm and parent pick-up is in the back bus loop. PLEASE NOTE: If you need to pick your child up before 5pm, please tell him or her, so they can place their backpack in the main office. The parent will need to go through the main office to the gym to find their child. We will not be interrupting the music to call names for early departure.
Your child was given a picture order form in their social studies class yesterday or today. PLEASE ask them for the form. Pictures will be taken next Thursday & Friday, September 17th & 18th through their social studies class. To order pictures students MUST bring back completed form with money.
We are still looking for 2 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.
Personnel changes
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 were held yesterday and we did submit a name to HR today. The counselor is from Ohio, so we are looking at the end of September for a possible start date.
Pre-Algebra & Math 2 Advanced teacher (replacing Mrs. Collier) - We held interviews this past Tuesday and did not find anyone. The position has been reposted. Mrs. Dean, our new testing coordinator, will be teaching all the Silver & Black day courses until we have a replacement teacher. Mrs. Stackhouse, Assistant Principal, will be teaching the skinny class until we have a replacement teacher.
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/
Spirit Wear
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
This is the last weekend to turn in Magazine orders for prizes. All orders must be turned in by Monday, September 14th. Prizes will be handed out on Wednesday, September 16th during all lunch periods. If your student has not picked up their prizes, Wednesday will be the last day. For those who earned the Limo Ride/Pizza lunch that will be on Wednesday, October 21st and the Extreme Party will be on Friday, October 23rd.
Please visit and shop at www.gaschoolstore.com School ID: 2529543.
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 14th
Monday- Homestyle Mac & Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Green Beans, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, White Wheat Roll, Variety of Milk
Tuesday- Mini Corn Dogs, Mini Cheese Ravioli, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Garlic Breadstick, Ketchup, Mustard, Dipping Sauce, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Apple Slices, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Variety of Milk
Friday- Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
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Daily Rotation
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For the Week of September 14th
Monday, September 14- Black Day
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Volleyball games at Liberty Pines, girls start at 5:30 and boys start directly after.
Tuesday, September 15- Silver Day
**Wednesday Schedule for Raider Hour**
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Volleyball practice, 2-4:00 pm, Gym
Intramural Football, 2-3:00 pm, Meet in Gym
Fall Lacrosse, 2:15-3:45 pm, with Coach Jackowiak
Boys Volleyball Practice, 4-6:00 pm, Gym
Wednesday, September 16- Black Day- Early Release
Winterguard Practice, 1-5:30pm, Gym
SAC Meeting, 3:30-5:00 pm, Room 640
Volleyball Game, Home, Girls start at 5:30. Boys directly following.
Thurday, September 17- Silver Day
Fall Portraits during Social Studies Classes, Auditorium
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Intramural Football, 2-3:00 pm, Gym
Girls Volleyball practice, 2-4:00 pm, Gym
Fall Lacrosse, 2:15-3:45 pm, with Coach Jackowiak
Boys Volleyball Practice, 4-6:00 pm, Gym
Friday, September 18- Black Day
Fall Portraits during Social Studies Classes, Auditorium
Girls Volleyball practice, 2-4:00 pm, Gym
Boys Volleyball Practice, 4-6:00 pm, Gym
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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
Food For Thought
If you are new to the school district and have not yet been given (or have forgotten) a Login or password for HAC (Home Access Center) please contact the guidance department asap. HAC can be accessed from the Switzerland Point webpage and is how you and your child can view classroom grades.
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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Sarah Lewis, SAC Chair
SAC 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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Books are not the only thing in the Media Center! Check it out and see 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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The Middle Years
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Welcome to the newest section of the Raider Rap: The Middle Years, Working Together for School Success! Each week a new article will be posted with helpful information regarding your middle schooler! Sections of the publication include Short Stops, Questions/Answers, and Parent to Parent. These articles come out once a month with supplemental articles published frequently. Hope you enjoy this worthwhile information.
Click the publication date below to view:
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
It is not too early to start thinking about getting your student's Tdap for 7th grade. There were about 130 students that 2 weeks before school started had not brought proof of the Tdap to us or received it. Please don't be that person! Once your student is 11 years old they can receive their Tdap which is required for entrance into the 7th grade. You will need to bring us proof of that shot on a Florida 680 shot record. No receipts will be accepted. If you have any questions call 547-8628 or email me at Joan.Beccard@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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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
Congratulations to the Varsity football team for their win over Sebastian 36-6. The players showed great dedication and determination. The JV Football team plays Friday, September 11 against Landrum JV. Game starts at 5:00 pm at Plantation Park.
SJMSAA Raider Baseball
Tryouts for the Raiders Fall Baseball will begin Tuesday, September 22 and Thursday, September 24. Go to the SJMSAA website to register. Any questions, please contact Mr. Mack.
Swiss Point Volleyball Games Schedule. Girls start at 5:30 and boys start at 6:30. Date Opponent Place Time Mon, 9/14 LPA Away 5:30/6:30 pm Wed. 9/16 POA Home 5:30/6:30 pm Mon. 9/21 Landrum Home 5:30/6:30 pm Wed. 9/23 Murray Away 5:30/6:30 pm Mon. 9/28 Pacetti Bay Away 5:30/6:30 pm Wed. 9/30 Sebastian Away 5:30/6:30 pm Mon. 10/5 Gamble Home 5:30/6:30 pm Wed. 10/7 Valley Ridge Home 5:30/6:30 pm Mon. 10/12 Fruit Cove Away 5:30/6:30 pm Wed. 10/14 Playoffs Mon. 10/28 Championship Game
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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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
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