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Our PCMS Mission
Through a spirit of teamwork, Peachtree Charter Middle School supports
students in realizing their academic and personal dreams.
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PCMS eNews
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November 24, 2013
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Peachtree Charter Middle School
4664 North Peachtree Road
Dunwoody, Georgia 30338-5898
(678) 676-7702
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Peer Proofing at PCMS
Another great Peer Proofing session is coming to all current 6th, 7th, and 8th grade health classes on December 5th and 6th. If you don't know what Peer Proofing is, it's a thought-provoking, conversation-inducing, character-building two-day class facilitated by parent volunteers for all PCMS students during their one-term health class each academic year. Under the guidance of parent facilitators and the PCMS health instructors, students first view videos produced by Connect with Kids that help them consider how they can positively deal with challenging peer issues. Then kids examine practical application of what they've learned from the videos and in-class discussion. Topics covered are grade specific: 6th grade students talk about bullying and how they behave when no one is looking; 7th grade students talk about what stresses them out; and 8th grade students talk about decision making. The goals of the Peer Proofing program at PCMS are: 1) to give students an opportunity to talk about topics that concern them, 2) to help students to recognize how their peers influence their decision making, and 3) to challenge students to consider the potential consequences of their choices. We aim to equip kids with information and resources that can help them make healthier choices, and we encourage them to talk to you about what they've learned. If you have any questions about the Peer Proofing program at PCMS, or if you are interested in helping as a parent volunteer, please contact Elana Morris at elana2444@gmail.com or Bill McDonald at billymac767@me.com. |
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 PEER PROOFING (EMAIL)
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Partners in Education
Bank of North Georgia
Cartridge World
Chick-fil-A
Domino's
Dunwoody Rotary Club
Huntington Learning Center
Jersey Mike's
Kaplan Orthodontics
Kroger
Nokia Siemens Networks
Northside Hospital
Pearle Vision
Plantation South of Dunwoody
Rita's Italian Ice
Shane's Rib Shack
Subway
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Northside Hospital to Provide Grants for Student Projects
Are you a student who wants to make a difference in your community? Apply for a 2013-2014 Northside Hospital Community Connection Service Project Grant and we can help you make it happen!
What
We want to help you make a positive difference in your community by providing funding (up to $300) to help cover the cost of completing a volunteer service project of your choice!
Who
Students from our Partners in Education (PIE) elementary, middle, and high schools. Do it with your club or your classroom!
When
Deadline Friday, December 13th, 2013. Projects must be completed by May 16, 2014.
For eligibility requirements and application information, visit give.northside.com/studentgrants. 
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Girls Golf
is Growing at PCMS!
The PCMS girls golf program was recently awarded a grant from the Georgia Women's Golf Association to continue to grow the program at our school. We will have an informational meeting on Monday, December 9, at 4:15 pm in Room 705. If you are interested in playing golf please for PCMS please contact Coach Owings at ecowings@bellsouth.net and plan to attend the meeting. |
PCMS Drama Open Auditions
PCMS Drama Club will hold auditions on Dec 3rd and 4th, 4 pm to 8 pm for any PCMS students interested in performing in the Spring Musical, "Into the Woods, Jr." If you missed registration, come on Dec 3rd to get a slot. Dues of $75 is required to participate.
Students should prepare 32 bars of a song (no more) that shows off their range and ability to "act" a song. No previous experience required.
Show rehearsals to start in late Jan 2014, show to be performed March 13-14, 2014.
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Donations from Restaurants
PCMS thanks Chuy's, Mad Italian, Outback, J. Alexander's, Farm Burger, and Sage for their contribution of gift cards for our Book Fair Drawings. Their generosity is very much appreciated. We thank them for their continuous support to our Peachtree Family.
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Help Support the Arts at PCMS through Online Shopping!
Planning to do some online shopping this season? Why not shop and support the PCMS Drama Club! We are now affiliated with "GoodShop/GoodSearch," an online shopping website that has discounts and links to many of your favorite stores. All you have to do is sign up, select Peachtree Charter Middle School Drama-PCMS Drama as your "cause," then your online shopping, dining and searching will donate a percentage back to our cause -- it's that simple! Please consider joining us!
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DHS Academy of Finance Fundraiser
The Dunwoody High School Academy of Finance is having a fundraiser from now until December 20th to raise money for their trip to Orlando at the end of January. They are selling Chick-fil-A calendars, which each contain over $40 worth of free Chick-fil-A food throughout the year (2014).
The calendars are being sold for only $8!!! They would make excellent stocking stuffers, gifts for friends or coworkers, or a treat for yourself. If you are interested in purchasing a Cowlendar please email Alex Cameron at acameron724@gmail.comThank you so much for supporting the DHS Academy of Finance! |
2013 Young Playwrights for Change
Calling all budding playwrights: the Alliance Theatre is hosting the Georgia contest for a new nationwide playwriting competition for grades 6-8, and they want you to be involved. Please follow this link for more information: http://alliancetheatre.org/content/2013-young-playwrights-change. Submissions are due by November 30, 2013.
TYA/USA and AATE are launching a nationwide play writing contest for middle school students focused on giving voice to our nation's young writers. The project looks to harness the creativity of young playwrights and bring focus to real world issues. The mission of Young Playwrights for Change is to produce meaningful conversations about the topic of bullying that will ripple across our nation to provoke change. Our goal is to spark conversation and discussion throughout classrooms, schools and communities about the chosen topic.
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Online Auction to Benefit DHS Band - Ends Tonight!
Don't miss the 2nd Annual Online Auction
benefiting the Dunwoody High School Band.
Dozens of fabulous items to be auctioned include:
Box seats to a 2014 Braves Game
Walt Disney World Tickets
Dinner for 10 at Brio
Wine Tasting Party for 20
Guitar Lessons
Massages and Tanning Sessions
Manicures and Haircuts
Introductory Flying lessons or Aerial Sightseeing
VIP passes to Studio Movie Grill
Unique Custom Gift Items
Professional Organizing Services
Gift Certificates to Many Local Restaurants and Businesses
And LOTS more!!
Auction begins: Friday, November 15th at 6 pm
Auction ends: Sunday, November 24th at 9 pm
Register for your FREE account and bid on items at:
http://auctions.readysetauction.com/dhsband/
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Gift Card Donations for the Holidays
As we approach the holidays, our social worker, Ms. Roque, is accepting donations of gift cards (KMart, Walmart, Target, Kroger, Publix, etc.) for Peachtree families in need. If you would like to make a donation, please bring the gift card(s) to Ms. Sellers in the main office, and log your donation into the system for volunteer hours. Thank you, as always, for your generosity. |
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