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Attendance Office Reminders

* Everyone is required to show a picture I.D. every time a student is checked out

* Late check-out end's at 3:15. If your child has an appointment please send a note with them on the day of the appointment for early check-out's. The Attendance Office will provide them with a note to their teacher's for early release. This will help expedite their departure time.

* Please have your child bring all notes for absence into the Attendance Office.

* All students riding a different bus with another student must have a written note and/or email from their parent/guardian including a contact number. All notes must be brought into the Attendance Office and signed by Ms. King or an Administrator in her absence.

* Student class time is very important. Please do not call ahead for early dismissals. Students are often waiting for an entire class period for early dismissal via phone calls. Upon your arrival, we will contact the student's teacher for dismissal.

Our PCMS Mission
Through a spirit of teamwork, Peachtree Charter Middle School supports students in realizing their academic and personal dreams.
Peachtree Announcements
Attendance Office Volunteers Needed
The PCMS Attendance Office is looking for volunteers to help each week.  Duties include assisting students with passes and assisting Ms. King with daily office functions such as filing, recording messages, calling into classrooms, etc...Time slots are flexible, and volunteers are needed once per week.
Front Office Volunteers Needed

Still need a place to do your volunteer hours? Do you have time in the afternoons to give once a month? The Front Office needs YOU! All you need are phone skills and a smile to greet visitors to the Front Office. Sign up here - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4ba8ae22a57-201516
 
CV Classic Update

We are only SEVEN weeks away until our 6th Annual 5K CV Classic! Please join us for this great school event and fundraiser for our school clinic workers! 

Our Early bird registration is good through Monday, August 31st so get your forms in by Monday with a fee of $15. After Monday, the cost goes up to $20.  Click HERE for registration form.

Family sponsorships are also available for $100 and this includes 2 registrations plus your FAMILY name on the back of the shirt.  Click HERE for more information.

Please, also be aware that you must register by Sept. 15 to be guaranteed a race shirt.
Spirit Night at T.Mac Wed. 9/2


Please join us at TMac (formerly Taco Mac) at 1211 Ashford Crossing, Atlanta, GA 30346 on Wednesday 9/2 for a spirit night from 4-11 supporting PCMS.  A portion of all proceeds will got to support the school.  All you have to do is write the school's name on the receipt and drop it at the hostess stand. 

Thanks for your support!
Pet Rescue

In case you didn't make it to the first Pet Rescue meeting, the next meeting will be Thursday, September 3, at 4:10 in the 6th grade POD.
The Living Classroom

On Friday, August 14th, Ms. Freeman and Ms. Bustamante's classes harvested all of the sweet potatoes from the eight beds in the PCMS Garden also know as "The Living Classroom". The potatoes will be donated to the Malachi Storehouse at St. Patrick's church across the street. The potatoes were planted by the Environmental Club of PCMS last May before school let out for the summer.
Save those Box Tops!
 

It's easy money to support PCMS.  Here's how:
  • Clip Box Tops from every day products you buy. 
  • Put them in a sandwich bag. 
  • Write your name on the baggie along with grade and homeroom teacher's name. 
  • 20 Box tops = 1 entry The more you turn in, the better chance you have! 
  • Place your labeled bag in the Box Tops containers located in the cafeteria and at the security desk AT ANY TIME DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. 
  • Drawings for teacher and student prizes will be held in the Fall and Spring, but please turn in Box Tops ANY TIME DURING THE YEAR.
A Message from the PCMS Foundation

PCMS Foundation Annual fund drive needs your help!  Thank you to all who have already donated!  

The PCMS Foundation is an independent, non- profit organization dedicated to soliciting donations and grants to support the long- term educational enhancements, health and wellness initiatives, staff development and academic extracurricular activities for PCMS. We are asking for your help to reach our goal of 100% participation from all PCMS families and to reach our target of raising $55,000 to enhance our academic excellence.

The suggested donation is $125 per family.  Any amount you give is appreciated and is 100% tax deductible.  Donations can be made at www.peachtreechartermiddleschool.org and select "donate to the annual fund".

Thank you for your support!
The Board of Directors, PCMS Foundation

Special Friends
Are you interested in becoming a special friend? Special Friends is a popular club at Peachtree. Get your application today! Space is limited. You can pick up an application from Mr. Callahan in room 703. The application must be returned by August 31st. 
 
Chorus
Are you an experienced singer? Do you enjoy singing acapella, jazz or show choir music? Then come audition for Vocal Jazz! The first informational meeting is Friday, August 31st in the chorus room from 8:00-8:30 a.m. Auditions will be explained at the meeting. Please see Mrs. Topper in the chorus room for the Vocal Jazz information handout. 

Metro Water District's Annual Essay
All students are invited to participate in the Metro Water District's annual essay contest.  Students should write a 300-500 word essay that addresses the following:
Why is stormwater pollution and problem and what can we do to prevent it?
 
For  guidelines and judging rubric visit:  http://www.northgeorgiawater.org/education-awareness/water-essay-contest or get an application from your Language Arts teacher! 
 
District-wide Winner: $500 cash!  County Winners: $100 cash!  Essays must be received no later than Friday, October 16, 2015. 
Before and After School Care

The YMCA is offering before and after school care Monday through Friday. The morning program is from 7:00-8:30 a.m. and the afternoon care is from 4:00-6:30 p.m.  Contact the Ashford Dunwoody YMCA for registration (770) 451-9622
Dunwoody Volleyball Jr. Wildcats Fall Camp

Dunwoody Volleyball Jr. Wildcats Fall Camp Registration is Open now. Click HERE for details.

Registration is limited to 40 players. Spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Register online and get your check in the mail today!
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Dunwoody High Announcements
Dunwoody High School Lacrosse Clinic

Boys & Girls: specific training on fundamentals of lacrosse.  Perfect for beginners and experienced players.  Equipment will be provided (if needed).  Emphasis on fun, fundamentals, and hard work.

Who:
Group 1a: Boys K - 5th grade
Group 1b: Girls K - 5th grade
Group 2a: Boys 6th - 8th grade
Group 2b: Girls 6th - 8th grade

Where:
Brook Run Park  (Athletic field @ back of park)

When:
Sunday mornings: Sept 20th, Sept 27th, Oct 4th
9:00am - 10:30am (Groups 1a & 1b)
10:30am - 12:30pm (Groups 2a & 2b)

Cost:
$120 K - 5th
$150 6 - 8th
Price includes drawstring backpack, Stix skills, Defense, Attack and Game Play

Sign up now!
Download registration form or register online at:
Peachtree Charter Middle School
 Main Phone:  678.676.7702 | Absence Reporting:  678.676.7715
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