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Message from Mrs. Kunze
We have several events happening this month, so please mark your calendars.
Thursday, April 7th - Color Run during extended Raider Hour
Friday, April 8th - Night of the Arts at 6pm
Special Presentation from St. Johns County Sherrif's Office on Cyber Security at 5pm in the auditorium.
Thursday - Sunday, April 21st through 28th - Spring Musical
Production of Legally Blonde Jr.
Saturday, April 23rd - Relay for Life at Trout Creek Marina
Thursday, April 28th - Dreams Come True - Dreamer Party
to donate a dream
Swiss Point has participated in the Relay for Life event for several years. If you would like to support our team, you can purchase a luminaria or make a donation to the American Cancer Society - both are tax deductible. Mrs. VanWinkle is our team captain, so all order forms and donations need to be given to her.
Report cards and honor roll certificates will be given to students on Monday, April 4th.
BOOK FAIR happening this week in the media center! This is a great time to stock up on books to encourage summer reading!
Raider Hour activities this Thursday, April 7th.
Students who need to make-up a test or see a teacher for remediation takes precedence over attending a meeting. Academics are always top priority!!
Make-up testing in media center
Color Run outside
Student Council meeting in PE classroom w/O'Connor
NJHS meeting in auditorium w/White & Puett
Dreams Come True meeting in portable 1 w/Bower
Video Game Club in 355 w/Toblin
Band Groups (French Horn Friends, Tuba Tutors, Baritone Buddies, and Bassoon Buddies) if needed
Below is the FSA & EOC schedule, PLEASE mark your calendars and try not to schedule anything when your child will be testing. The tests are all back to back so squeezing in make-up exams is very difficult. If you are discussing schedules with a mom from a different middle school, our schedule is slightly different. The state selects schools every year to help calibrate each exam and Swiss was chosen for 6th grade math, so we must administer 6th grade math during the first week of testing.
Tuesday, March 1st - FSA Writing (120mins)
6th & 7th grades are paper/pencil
8th grade is computer-based
April 11th - 14th: 6th grade FSA Math
April 15th & 18th: 6th grade FSA Reading
April 19th - 22nd: 7th grade FSA Math
April 25th & 26th: 8th grade FSA Reading
April 27th & 28th: 7th grade FSA Reading
April 28th: 8th grade Statewide Science Assessment
(old FCAT Science)
May 2nd & 3rd: 8th grade FSA Math
May 4th - 6th: Civics EOC
May 9th & 10th: Algebra EOC
May 11th & 12th: Geometry EOC
The window for district final exams is May 13th through May 25th.
Swiss Point has a Shoparoo account.
Shoparoo is an extremely easy way to fundraiser for Swiss Point. All you have to do is download the app on your phone and take pictures of your shopping receipts. We earn points for each receipt, which turn into dollars for Swiss! How easy! Patroit Oaks just received $1,000. Please download the app today and enter Swiss Point's code - swub3488.
Media Release
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PTSO Information
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SPMS PTSO is on Instagram!
Don't forget to join us! SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, March 14th at 10 am in the Multi-Purpose Room at SPMS. ALL are welcome to attend and learn more about what your PTSO does for your school!
Spring Book Fair Time
Our Spring Book Fair will be just after Spring Break, beginning Friday, April 1st through Friday, April 8th. The fair will be open during the school day for students to visit during their language arts class, lunch or Raider Hour, as well as Night of the Arts. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to pick up some books for their summer reading! We need volunteers to make this event available to our students. Please sign up at www.signupgenius.com. (click on Find a SignUp and enter cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us) Each shift is only a few hours, so please consider taking one or more opportunities to help! Also, we are looking for one parent who would be willing to Co-Chair this spring event, as well as in the fall. If you would be interested, please email Heather Granby at heather.granby@yahoo.com
Why be a part of the PTSO?
There are so many reasons to become involved with your school's PTSO that we can't list them all, so join us at the next meeting to find out!
Please consider lending your skills to the PTSO! We have several committee openings for the 2016-2017 school year!! Join us now for our meetings to learn what they are and to shadow the folks that are involved now to make an easy and fluid transition!! We are a low-key group of parents helping the school be the best it can be!! We need YOU!
Some FUN activities are coming up this Spring!! Come to a meeting to find out what they are!!
We just received a check for over $1000 and did a second mailing for the Boxtops has already gone out! The last mailing for the year will be in June. Turn them in today!! Campbell Soup labels will be mailed out in the next few weeks, so you still have time to turn those in as well! Thank you for supporting the label programs!!
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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.
For the Week of April 4
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 April 4, 2016
Spring Book Fair April 1- April 11
Monday, April 4- Black Day
Report Cards Issued
Musical Rehearsal , 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
JV Football Tryouts, 4:30-6:30 pm, PE fields
Tuesday, April 5- Silver Day
Musical Rehearsal , 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
JV Football Tryouts, 4:30-6:30 pm, PE fields
Wednesday, April 6- Black Day- 1pm dismissal
FCA General Meeting, 1-2:30 pm, Gym
Varsity Football Tryouts, 4:30-6:30 pm, PE Fields
Thursday, April 7- Silver Day with Raider Hour
Color Run during Raider Hour for those who have paid
Musical Rehearsal , 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Varsity Football Tryouts, 4:30-6:30 pm, PE Fields
Friday, April 8- Black Day
Night of the Arts, 6:00-8:30 pm, Throughout the School
Cyber Security Presentation from St Johns Sheriff's Department at 5pm in the auditorium.
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Volunteer Information
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Many spots still available!
April 1-April 8th
Please consider helping with Spring Book Fair!! Go to www.signupgenius.com, under the Find a Signup tab, type in cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us. Any questions or concerns, contact Heather Granby at heather.granby@yahoo.com
Proctors Needed
A SignUp Genius request went out earlier in the week seeking proctors for over 360 slots. There are 30 days you can choose from to help. Some days there is only a need for a few people and other days as many as 31. Please consider making time to help out. This large of a request can only be accomplished by many!
Please go to www.signupgenius.com, click on Find a Signup and enter cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us. Thanks in advance for all the help SPMS will receive.
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Shelley Helfinstine-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
Cynthia Casper- Guidance Secretary
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SAC News
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Sarah Lewis, SAC Chair
School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School
Meeting Dates, 2015-2016 School Year
*Meetings Start Promptly at 3:30pm*
As always, this is a public meeting,
and all are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, September 16th-
Wednesday, November 18th
Wednesday, January 20th
Wednesday, February 17th
No Meeting in March, 2015
Wednesday, April 20th
Proposed Agenda
Welcome: Call to Order: 3:30
Vote: Approval of February minutes
Finance Report: Ashley Blum
Vote: Mr. Shine request for funds
Analyzing Results from Student Needs Assessment Surveys
School Improvement Plan Suggestions
Principal Update: Mrs. Kunze
Good News/New Business/Questions and Answers
Adjourn- Next Meeting, Wednesday, May 18th
Wednesday, May 18th
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Media Center News
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Chris Southworth, Media Paraprofessional
Book Fair will be held April 1-8th. It will be open during the "Night of the Arts" for any parent wishing to purchase items for summer reading! All students will be allowed to purchase books during their ELA classes as well. Every student should have a Book Fair flyer that was given to them in homeroom. You may also go on www.scholastic.com
to check out any other items that might be for sale.
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Creative Outlets
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The District Middle School Art Show will be on exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. Opening night and reception is Friday, April 1 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. The art exhibition will continue until Saturday, April 30
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Band News
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THANK YOU to all who came and supported the Band at the MaMa Fu's Spirit Night! It is greatly appreciated.
Upcoming Concert Dates:
4/8/16 Jazz Band performs for Night of the Arts
4/19/16 Jazz Night at BTHS
5/5/16 Beginning/Symphonic Band Concert
5/12/16 Wind Symphony/Wind Ensemble
Upcoming Fundraiser:
Yobi's Spirit Night, Thursday, April 7th! Look in future Raider Raps for more details!
Get a SPMS Band decal to personalize your instrument case or car window! $5 each! Click this link to get the order form!
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The Middle Years
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The Middle Years, Working Together for School Success is a publication for students and parents which addresses issues specifically for middle school students. 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.
Click the publication date below to view: Articles include: Updating the Rules, Dinnertime learning, A rocky friendship and more
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
Parents, I know you may think it is too early to be thinking about you 6th grader's Tdap for 7th grade but it is not! So far only 90 students have received it. That leaves just about 290 that still need the shot for 7th grade. The Tdap shot must be documented on a Florida 680 form. This can be obtained from your doctor's office, a walk in clinic or the St. Johns County Health Department. Please call me at 547-8628 if you have any questions. You can also email me at the above email address.
Thank you, Nurse Beccard
Florida Immunization Requirements: FAQs Click here to view valuable information regarding requirements for school age students and their immunizations.
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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.
SPMS Road Raiders
Running Club: EVERYONE IS WELCOME.
Running For FUN Every THURSDAY AT 5:15-6:30 PM
Beginners and advanced come out for some training, exercise and fun. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes to get sweaty in! Bring a water bottle too!
SJMSAA Raider Cheerleading 2016-2017
Informational Parent Meeting - Thursday, April 14th 6-7.30pm in SPMS Cafeteria
Required Clinics - Monday and Tuesday, April 18-19th 3.30pm-5pmin SMPS Gym
I will be there at release for any current 6th and 7th graders trying out. Please bring homework to do.
Tryouts - Friday, April 22nd 3.30pm to 5pm in SPMS Gym
Please contact Ryan Baer to sign up at sjmsaanorth@gmail.com
SJMSAA Football Tryouts
JV- April 4 & 5 (incoming 6th and 7th graders)
Varsity- April 6 & 7 (incoming 8th graders)
Time 4:30- 6:30pm at Swiss Point Middle SchoolAthletic fields
Please plan on arriving at 4:00pm on the first day of tryouts for check in. Drop off will be at the back of the school bus loop each day. Players should wear shorts, t-shirts, cleats, and will need a water bottle.
PRE-REGISTER AT: www.spmsraiders.com
There will be a mandatory parent meeting for all selected players on April 13 at 7:00pm in the Swiss Point Middle School Auditorium.
SPMS Winterguard
Congratulations for a 3rd Place win!!!
Way to go Winterguard Raiders!
Friday, April 1, 2016 FFCC Championships at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center
Spring SJMSAA Baseball
Click on the links above to view the SPMS baseball schedules. Good Luck Raiders! Please contact Curtis Mack with any questions at Curtis.Mack@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Congratulations to the Junior Varsity Baseball team as they defeated Landrum 13-0!! Way to go Baseball Raiders!
Intramural Dodgeball
Coach Singleton will have permission slips available after Spring Break for intramural dodgeball.
SJMSAA Softball
Congratulation to the softball team on their wins this past week:
V. Sebastian - won 12-0
V. Pacetti Bay - won 16-6
3/17 v. Landrum at Davis- Postponed
3/29 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen - WON
3/31 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen - WON
Upcoming Schedule:
4/5 v. Fruit Cove at Aberdeen at 4pm
4/7 v. Sebastian at St. Augustine Little League at 4pm
4/8 v. Valley Ridge at Aberdeen at 4pm
4/12 v. Pacetti Bay at St. Augustine Little League
4/14 v. Valley Ridge at Davis
4/19 v. Landrum at Aberdeen
4/21 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen
4/26 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen
SJMSAA Tennis
Clinics will start the week of Feb 15. Matches start March 3.
Matches will be March 3,10,17,31 April 7,14,21,28 May 5. Play offs May 12. Please check the SJMSAA website for information.
SJMSAA Golf
Date Home Away Course
3/16 Swiss Point Landrum B South Hampton WIN
3/30 Academy Swiss Point Cimarrone WIN
4/6 Landrum A Swiss Point TPC Dye Valley
4/13 Swiss Point Pacetti Bay South Hampton
4/27 Swiss Point Fruit Cove South Hampton
5/4 Liberty Pines Swiss Point St. Johns GCC
Raiders win 285-228 against Academy!! Way to go Raiders!
CHS Elementary and Middle School Track and Field Championship
Click here to review the flyer regarding the event to be held on Wednesday, April 6
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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.
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Student's Corner
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PJ & Hat Day this Friday, April 1st. The $1 donation to participate goes towards Swiss Point's Relay for Life team.
BeaTPAC (Bartram Trail High School Performing Arts Summer Camp)
Registration Opens Tuesday, March 1, 2016.
This year's theme is BeaTPAC Goes to Hollywood. The dates are June 20, 2016-July1, 2016 from 9 am-3:30 pm at Bartram Trail High School. Be sure to register early since space is limited.
Gamble Rogers Music Festival Youth Performance Competition
Call for Musicians!
To be held at the Colonial Quarter
St. George Street, Downtown St. Augustine.
The Producers of the GRMF are excited to announce a YOUTH PERFORMANCE COMPETITION to be held at the 21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival. A two-hour block of time has been scheduled for Middle and High School age students (including Home School students). Auditions will be accepted through YouTube or Vimeo videos. Deadline for entries is April 1, 2016.
Important information;
- Original music is welcome and covers accepted
- Solo acts and Bands, of no more than 4 persons, will be accepted
- Each performer or group must be able to do a 20-minute set (4-5 songs). Only one full song is needed for audition.
- Sound equipment will be provided. All performers must provide their own instruments.
- The performance time will be 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30th.
- Auditions must be sent via YouTube or Vimeo link.
- Application information must be completed with link information.
- Chosen acts will be announced on April 9th. 5 acts will be selected.
- The acceptance committee will include professional musicians and selection is at their discretion.
- A winner will be selected from the live performances.
Personal information needed: name, age, school, phone number, email, experience in performance situation, description of your musical style and influences, parent name and parent phone number.
21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival
April 29-May 1, 2016
$100 and Professional performance counseling to winner!
The St. Augustine Cadet Corps (a national recognized, non-profit youth organization) will be conducting a rappel and land navigation training on Saturday April 2nd at Camp Blanding in Starke FL. This training is open to middle school students who are U.S. citizens, have a grade point average above 2.0 or higher and have an adventurous spirit. No previous experience with rappelling or land navigation is required. The all-inclusive cost of the training is $55. Interested persons should contact Eric Johnson, NSCC 904.392.9048
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8th Grade Corner
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CHS 2016-2017 Cheer Tryout Clinics
Click here to view the informational flyer regarding Creekside High School 2016-2017 Cheer Tryout clinics and Parent/Athlete Informational meeting.
Bartram Trail High School Athletic Department Student Sport Physicals For Rising 9th Graders
- Physicals may be secured through your own private physician or at BTHS on Saturday April 23rd from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
- A team of doctors will be on hand April 23rd to help provide physical examinations at a cost of $20.00. Please bring cash or check made payable to BTHS for $20.00 (Please make sure your address and phone number are on the check.)
- In an attempt to minimize the length of wait, we are encouraging that athletes follow the assigned times:
- 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. A - L
- 2:30 p.m. - 4:00p.m. M - Z
- The parent/guardian should fill out Part 1 and Part 2 of the Physical Evaluation form with their child prior to arriving for the physical examination. This form must be filled out completely. The physician on duty will complete Part 3. Student/Parents should sign/date this form in all required areas.
- Students with previous/current medical concerns should see their family physician for sports physicals.
- The date is reserved for only students who will be attending Bartram Trial High School. Students attending other high schools should contact that school's athletic director to see if they have a date scheduled at their school for sports physicals.
- For those athletes doing a camp this summer, parent consent forms as well as the heat, concussion and cardiac forms will be available for athlete/parent to sign. These form must be on file prior to participation in athletic activities, including summer camps.
- All forms can be found on the BTHS Athletic Web page under Forms or Rising 9th Graders tab
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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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Superintendent's Report
Approved District Calendar for 2016-2017
Click here to view the approved 2015-2016 District Master Calendar.
Gifted Parent Advisory Council Meeting
The final meeting of the year will be held at Mill Creek Elementary on Thursday, April 21, 5:30-6:30.
Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
Click here to view informational flyer regarding the St. Johns County School District FREE "Redirecting Children's Behavior" Course. It is a 5 week course being held on April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 28. See flyer for details and contact information.
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Summer Employment Opportunity
Click here to view flyer regarding summer employment opportunities at the First Coast YMCA.
Offer from Ossi Orthodontics
Click here to view flyer offering a free smile analysis at Ossi Orthodontics.
First Annual Flight of the Hawks 5K & Fun Run
Hickory Creek Elementary is hosting the First Annual Flight of the Hawks 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, April 23 at BTHS. Please see the above picture for more information.
St. Augustine Youth Services: Pinwheel Parade
Click here to view the St. Augustine Youth Services 3rd Annual Pinwheel Parade on Saturday, April 2nd from 10-11:30 am.
Relay for Life of Bartram Trail There will be a fundraiser at PDQ on 2/25/16, 3/31/16 and 4/19/16. Please come out and support this worthy cause.
K-9s United The following links include information regarding a newly formed non-profit organization that supports K-9 officers and their handlers.
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