A message from… Michal Sims, Ed. S. Assistant Principal 8 th Grade News October 1, 2015 Chestnut Log Middle School Save The Date: October 7 – End of grading period October 8 – Title 1 Meeting 9:00 and 5:00 – Parent Invite October 9-12 Student Holiday October 19 – Report Cards To Our Parents and Students in Pursuit of Excellence: As I have labored in education for the past 17 years, it has come to my attention that society expectations have always been the same. Teachers, administrators and parents have sought to focus on goals that will enable our students and our school to reach a level of excellence. Today’s society demands a degree of excellence for our students to compete in a global economy. The pursuit of excellence then is mostly a journey and not a final destination. You’ve always heard the quote “Be the best that you can be,” and we should always strive to do our best. This is the journey towards excellence as we define excellence. I propose to you the seven “C’s” of excellence that will assist you in your journey. They are as follows: 1. Caring – Show concern for the well-being and success of others. Don’t pity others, but seek to understand them. Develop a plan for your learning. 2. Communication – How you relate to peers, teachers and parents is one of the most important “C’s” in your journey. One-sided communication can make your journey impossible. You should first seek to understand before you can be understood. 3. Challenge – Expect the best from yourself and you will get the best from others. 4. Collaboration – Work to make peers, parents and teachers a part of your team. Planning and working together can help you overcome the storms ATHLETIC DATES October 3 – Football vs Stewart – NMHS October 7 – Football vs Yeager – Time TBA October 17 – Football vs Fairplay - NMHS October 26 – Boys Basketball Tryouts October 26-27 – Girls Basketball Tryouts
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A message from…Michal Sims, Ed. S.Assistant Principal
8th Grade News October 1, 2015
Chestnut Log Middle School 770-651-5100 Volume 1, Issue 2
Save The Date:
October 7 – End of grading period
October 8 – Title 1 Meeting 9:00 and 5:00 – Parent Invite
October 9-12 Student Holiday
October 19 – Report Cards
October 22 – Family Fun Literacy Night
November 3 – Half day early release
To Our Parents and Students in Pursuit of Excellence: As I have labored in education for the past 17 years, it has come to my attention that society expectations have always been the same. Teachers, administrators and parents have sought to focus on goals that will enable our students and our school to reach a level of excellence. Today’s society demands a degree of excellence for our students to compete in a global economy. The pursuit of excellence then is mostly a journey and not a final destination. You’ve always heard the quote “Be the best that you can be,” and we should always strive to do our best. This is the journey towards excellence as we define excellence. I propose to you the seven “C’s” of excellence that will assist you in your journey. They are as follows:
1. Caring – Show concern for the well-being and success of others. Don’t pity others, but seek to understand them. Develop a plan for your learning.
2. Communication – How you relate to peers, teachers and parents is one of the most important “C’s” in your journey. One-sided communication can make your journey impossible. You should first seek to understand before you can be understood.
3. Challenge – Expect the best from yourself and you will get the best from others.
4. Collaboration – Work to make peers, parents and teachers a part of your team. Planning and working together can help you overcome the storms that interrupt your voyage towards your dreams. Teamwork makes each of us stronger than we can ever be alone.
5. Cooperation – Be flexible. The inflexible tree cannot stand against the strong winds of life. The willingness to do the best with what you have will make you successful.
6. Commitment – The lack of perseverance is the leak that causes many to sink. Establish good habits that will make it possible for you to succeed.
7. Celebration – Enjoy each day along the way. Evaluate your progress that you make along your journey and rejoice in the progress. Positive attitudes and praise may be the only thing others and yourself will
ATHLETIC DATES
October 3 – Football vs Stewart – NMHS
October 7 – Football vs Yeager – Time TBA
October 17 – Football vs Fairplay - NMHS
October 26 – Boys Basketball Tryouts
October 26-27 – Girls Basketball Tryouts
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STUDENT AGENDASStudents are expected to fill out their agendas in every class, every day. Teachers will use written notes or stamps to communicate with parents. Students are required to have parents sign their agendas. Missing or lost cost $10 to replace.
Media Center Perks and PoliciesOverdue books carry a fine of .10 each day late. The media center also sells pens, pencils, and other school supplies. NEED TUTORING??????7th and 8th grade students who may need a bit of extra help both academically and with organization, planning for testing, etc. may qualify for CHAMP. Please call 770-651-5145 or attend the parent meeting on Tuesday, October 6th @ 6:00 PM in the Media Center.
COMMON DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS (CDA)Georgia Studies Exploration & Colonization Sept 17 – Oct 8Georgia Studies Statehood Oct 13 – Oct 29
Science Sports Sept 30 – Oct 27
ELA / Reading Unit 1 Sept 23 – Oct 7
Math Linear Functions Sept 11 – Oct 2Math Linear Models & Tables Oct 9 – Nov 16
CHAPEL HILL HIGH SCHOOL – Advanced Placement (AP) Magnet ProgramChapel Hill High School provides students across the school district the opportunity to participate in the Advanced Placement Magnet Program. Chapel Hill High is committed to expanding Advanced Placement offerings to better prepare students for the rigorous coursework they will face in college. The Advanced Placement Program is developed by the College Board and is a nationally recognized curriculum. There are 34 AP course offerings. Courses offered at Chapel Hill High are based on students’ interest and request during the registration process. Participation in these courses challenge high school students, help students stand out in the college admission process, and assist students in earning college credits while still in high school. Students who meet specific criteria on AP exams may be eligible to skip introductory college courses thus saving money on college tuition. For more information you may visit the Chapel Hill High School website or contact Gary Morris, Assistant Principal at 770-651-6200 or Jackie Bemus, Counselor and Advanced Placement Coordinator.
DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL – International Baccalaureate (IB) Magnet ProgramDouglas County High School provides students across the school district the opportunity to participate in the International Baccalaureate Magnet Program. The International Baccalaureate Program offers a rigorous, comprehensive approach to learning. Syllabi and examinations incorporate global perspectives. The program is based on the concept that a high school education should encompass a broad range of subjects. These subjects accommodate diverse student interest and goals while adhering to the objectives of a cohesive education focusing on the development of critical thinking skills, application of knowledge and understanding development of independent, research skills and learning from experience of doing real task beyond the classroom. The program is designed for academically able, highly motivated students and moves from 9th to 12th grade each year including English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language and an additional IB elective courses in 11 th and 12th grade. The educational experience will provide the students with a well -rounded, highly academic course of study, emphasizing the development of the whole person. For more information, you can visit the Douglas County High School website or hhtp://www.www.ibo.org or contact Casey Hall, IB Coordinator at 770-651-6500.
Douglas CountyInternational Baccalaureate
(IB)Magnet
InformationalMeeting
WednesdayOctober 21, 2015
TheaterApplications Due Monday
December 14, 2015Interviews
(If Applicable)Conducted BetweenDecember 2015 &
January 2016Notification of Selection to Students Wednesday
February 10, 2016Commitment Letters
DueFriday
February 19, 2016Student Lists to Middle Schools Friday
Lithia Springs High School provides students across the school district the opportunity to participate in the Science Technology Engineering and Math Magnet Program also known as The Stem Academy. The STEM Academy provides pathways in Engineering, Biomedical Science, and Computer Science. The STEM Academy thrives on a foundation of rigor, support, service, and experience. Students in the STEM Academy remain engaged through a high level of rigor ensured by quality teachers, effective instruction, cross curricular planning, competitive course of study, and technology driven, academically based extra-curricular activities. The rigor is accompanied by service learning projects, continual student support and quality internships. Lithia Springs High School through the STEM Academy strives to improve the world via science and service. For more information, you can visit hhtp://lshsstem.weebly.com or Payton Millinor, STEM Coordinator at 770-651-6720.
Lithia SpringsScience Technology Engineering and Math
New Manchester High School provides students across the school district the opportunity to participate in the Fine Arts Magnet Education Program. The goal of the program is to develop and nurture talented young artists for successful careers or avocations in the fine arts. Students participate in extensive training programs, attend classes in instrumental music, vocal music, drama, dance, visual art, and technical theater while maintaining high academic achievement. For more information, you can visit New Manchester High School website or contact Damien Gaitors, Fame Coordinator at 770-651-2765
COLLEGE and CAREER INSTITUTE (CCI)- has been added but will follow a slightly different timeline, as follows, due to grant regulations: I nformational Meetings @ CCI on Nov. 17, Dec. 10, and Jan. 12 @ 6:30 p.m. Lottery Registration opens 1/15/16. CCI Lottery in Feb 2016.
Alexander (Pending)Liberal Arts College Prep (AP Capstone)
