South Mountain Middle School

SMMS Apparel Sale! Order online: https://smms20-holiday.itemorder.com/sale

Congratulations to our Students of the Month and Most Improved Students for October!

REMINDER! School closed on November 3 (Election Day). No meals will be served. Students will be given 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches TODAY - Monday, November 2. https://bit.ly/2QPtrWg

Some more Student of the Month signs were delivered this week!

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Students will need all required immunizations by Nov 8, even if they are learning in a virtual environment. Don't delay! More information on medically appropriate immunizations can be found here: https://bit.ly/2MPDPy0

IMPORTANT UPDATE! ASD schools are closed on Election Day! No meals will be served Tuesday, November 3. Students will be given 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on Monday, November 2. Weekend meals will also be distributed this and every Friday! https://bit.ly/2QPtrWg

This Friday, all students and staff will be invited to dress up in school appropriate costumes for classes. Rules: Costumes must be appropriate and follow all school rules. Costumes may not interfere with classroom learning expectations.... Full masks are allowed, but students will need to verify their identity upon entering class. No revealing costumes; must remain school appropriate. Costumes will not promote drugs, alcohol, or weapons. No props. Costumes cannot be offensive or inappropriate in any way. No costumes which make fun of others or make anyone feel uncomfortable. Costumes cannot promote violence. Student Contest: Students will be invited to complete this Google Form to enter into our school wide contest: https://forms.gle/hUC74jCQFxQmoShPA Students can upload their photo in the Google form All students who upload a photo will earn 10 SMART bucks Admin/Guidance will choose the best few to receive bigger prizes Homeroom Contest: Similar to our homeroom contest for BLUE day Homeroom Teachers encourage their students to dress up and have spooky backgrounds. Teachers take a picture and upload them to a folder in Google Drive. Homerooms who have the most spirited students will earn 10 SMART cash for each student. We will pick one winning homeroom from each grade and the Mountaineer team.

Family Reminder: Students will need all required immunizations by Nov. 8, even if they are learning in a virtual environment to start the school year. We encourage you to schedule well visits now. More information on medically appropriate immunizations can be found here: https://bit.ly/2MPDPy0

If you are a 7th or 8th Grader interested in basketball, PLEASE READ THIS POST CAREFULLY! If you have any questions, you must email Ms. Hippert directly at [email protected] The future of middle school basketball at SMMS is still uncertain at this time. As decisions are made, they will be posted here and on social media. If there is a basketball season, you will need the following in order to try out: *Complete PIAA Sports Physical (see information below)... *Attending all required Zooms *Completing all assignments Sports Physicals Option #1: FREE Sports Physicals (appointment only) *Dieruff High School on Saturday, November 7 from 9AM-1PM (gym) Use this link: https://www.signupgenius.com//8050c4aa5a72fa6fe3-asddieruff *Allen High School on Saturday, November 14 from 9AM-1PM (school cafeteria) Use this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050c4aa5a72fa6fe3-asdallen Sign-ups are available on a first come, first serve basis. Talk to your parents to determine the best date and then use the link to reserve a spot. Due to COVID-19, there are no walk-ins. All social distancing, cleaning, and masking procedures will be observed! Once you reserve a spot, please go to SMMS on any school day between 8AM and 3PM to pick up a PIAA Form. SECTIONS 1-6 MUST BE COMPLETED BY YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT! Option #2: Clinic or Doctor (you are responsible for any fees associated with this): *You also have the option of picking up a form at school and taking it to your doctor to be completed. ALL FORMS MUST BE RETURNED TO SOUTH MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL NO LATER THAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH! NO EXCEPTIONS!!

Students from SMMS, as part of the PAL (Police Athletic League) volunteer at Camelot for Children's "trunk or treat" night this weekend!