SWMS Weekly Cowboy Message
Principal's Message for the Week of 10/5/20 - 10/9/20
This section is our SWMS FOUNDATION- It explains WHO we are, WHAT we do, and WHY we believe in SWMS!
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.”
Walt Disney
#MindsetMatters
THEME for the 2020-21 school year - "BECOMING: Mindset Matters"
#WeAreSouthwest #SWMSStrong #Becoming
SWMS VISION STATEMENT
We believe every student can learn and succeed and successful learning occurs in a positive environment characterized by high expectations and commitment of all involved. We are committed to ensuring respect for diversity, enhanced learning, and high achievement for all students.
SWMS MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Southwest Middle School is to prepare students for high school and beyond by creating a community of learners working together in a safe environment that encourages academic, social, and personal growth.
CORE VALUES
Teamwork. Respect. Integrity.
COWBOY STANDARDS- At Southwest Middle, we “WALK THE PATH”:
Practice Honesty / Act Responsibly/ Treat others with Respect/ Have Self-Discipline
SPECIAL MESSAGE
During these uncertain times, we want to send this very SPECIAL message to our SW Community!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCLuQYzrAPc
"Don't worry about a thing...cause every little thing is gonna be alright"! ❤️
SCHOOL REOPENING
Assuming continued positive public health trends in the county, GCS students in elementary and middle school will be returning to classrooms in October, with high school students following in January, the Guilford County Board of Education decided Thursday.
The school board approved a recommendation from Superintendent Sharon L. Contreras, which brings back pre-K-5 students five days a week, with grades pre-K-2 returning Oct. 20 and grades 3-5 returning Oct. 26.
At the middle school level, students will return for two days of in-person instruction per week, beginning with sixth graders on Oct. 20 and seventh and eighth graders on Oct. 26. Half of the middle school students will attend Mondays and Tuesdays, and the other half on Thursdays and Fridays. Wednesdays would be reserved for remote instruction to allow for deep cleaning of the buildings between student groups, as well as on Friday evenings.
Bell schedules will be adjusted slightly at all three levels to allow time for bus travel. The elementary school day will be from 7:35 a.m. to 2:05 p.m.; the middle school day will be from 8:35 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.; and the high school day will be from 9:35 a.m. to 4:25 p.m.
PLEASE JOIN THE PTSA!
ATTN SWMS Family! We're excited to announce the launch of our new SWMS PTSA website which can be found directly on your very own SWMS PTSA FB page. This website will allow you to join our PTSA and begin supporting our programs that directly give back to our students and teachers here at Southwest Middle School. You can pay for your membership directly from our website.
Even though things may look a little different this year, know that our PTSA has been working hard throughout the Spring and Summer to make this an incredible year for all. We welcome you to join us in this endeavor. Together we can all make a difference in the lives of one another!
Link to our SWMS PTSA website:
7TH GRADE IMMUNIZATIONS
We are still in need of documentation for the TDAP and MCV immunizations from our 7th grade students. This is a state requirement. Parents, please reach out to your health care provider or the local health department to get the immunizations for your student. THANK YOU to the families who have already submitted the documentation! This must be completed prior to our students' pending return on Oct. 26.
COWBOY WEEK AT A GLANCE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5
❖ AWESOME Virtual Learning! Week 8: SWMS: Virtual Learning Schedule (WEEKS 4-9)
❖ PAPER ASSIGNMENT PICK-UPS: We will have paper assignment pick-ups from 9-2pm (in the front office). This time is also for parents/students to submit completed work from previous weeks. 6th grade AIMM students and 7th grade ACC Math students may also pick up workbooks during this time. The paper assignments picked up will be from Monday, 10/5 through 10/9. The Request for Paper Assignments Link is currently OPEN and will close on Tuesday, 10/6 at 11:59pm.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
❖ AWESOME Virtual Learning! Week 8: SWMS: Virtual Learning Schedule (WEEKS 4-9)
❖ 6TH AIMM/7TH ACC MATH WORKBOOK PICK-UP: There will be 6th grade AIMM and 7th grade ACC Math workbook pick-ups (AIMM: 8-4pm and 7th ACC: 3-4pm)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7
❖ AWESOME Virtual Learning! Week 8: SWMS: Virtual Learning Schedule (WEEKS 4-9)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8
❖ AWESOME Virtual Learning! Week 8: SWMS: Virtual Learning Schedule (WEEKS 4-9)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
❖ AWESOME Virtual Learning! Week 8: SWMS: Virtual Learning Schedule (WEEKS 4-9)
❖ TEAM NEWSLETTERS: Parents will receive team newsletters from teacher teams.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 12-16: Spirit Week
Oct. 16: End of grading period 1
Oct. 19: Mandatory Teacher Workday
Oct. 20: Tentative student return (6th grade)
Oct. 26: Tentative student return (7th/8th grades)
Oct. 26-30: Red Ribbon Week
Southwest Guilford Middle School
Email: southwestmiddleinfo@gmail.com
Website: https://www.gcsnc.com/southwest_guilford_middle
Location: 4368 Southwest School Road, High Point, NC, USA
Phone: 336-819-2985
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swmiddleschool
Twitter: @SWMiddleCowboys