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SFMS Messenger – October 2016
October, 2016
Greetings!
“Don’t be a bystander. Do the right thing. Power in numbers. You CAN make a difference!“
During the month of October, the SFMS community is working together to make a difference by focusing on the prevention of bullying and having an attitude of gratitude. Through our Make a Difference (MAD) week activities, students were focused on gratitude, kindness, and service to others.
Just a few other important reminders:
  • Please try to remember our Wellness Policy when sending snacks to school.
  • With boys basketball and girls cheer starting last week, please remember to turn in all necessary paperwork in order for your son/daughter to participate.
  • The quarter ends on November 9th.
  • The Veteran’s Day program is on November 11th at 8:30 a.m. Please feel free to join us for this community event.
Thank you for your continuous support of our school community. Ask your child about MAD week and how they made a difference at SFMS.

Sincerely,

Meloney Markofski, Principal 

Sheboygan Falls Middle School
Come Grow with Us!
ecosystems

Exciting New Beginnings for fifth Grade
The fifth graders bring such excitement and energy each new school year.  In Integrated, the fifth graders are diving into their Cultural Universal projects. Each student explores a state and then, shares out the Cultural Universals for their particular state. Additionally, in math, students are currently working with two interns from the University of Oshkosh. Nicole and Abbi have been busy working with and helping students in Mrs. Scharrer’s class while learning about what it takes to be a teacher.  Finally, in science, students are busy with their Ecocolumns and the living world around them.  They are discovering that all living and non-living things depend on each other for survival.
October Happenings

MAKING NEWS
Amy Lawrenz is proud of our district and wants everyone to know that Sheboygan Falls has been recognized by the USDA. See the School Nutrition News for more information.
M.A.D. week
M.A.D. WEEK
Our 4th Annual Make-a-Difference Week was held October 24-28!  This year’s theme was “Attitude of Gratitude”.  Thank you to all
of the students and staff who
took part in activities this year, such as the door decorating contest, during the week!
author visit
AUTHOR VISITS MS
Author David Falk visited SFMS on October 7. During that time, he spoke with our students about his role as an author and his book, Raising Rufus. 

DUNES RESTORATION
The 8th grade class participated in a beach restoration project coordinated by the Alliance for the Great Lakes.  Students participated in beach cleanup, water quality testing, plant identification, and native dune grass planting. Just over 2,500 native dune plants were planted along the shore of Lake Michigan.
HALLOWEEN CHEER
Students from Mrs. Cotter and Ms. Widish’s Falcon Time classes visited Pinehaven to deliver Halloween Crafts that they had made for the residents.

REFERENDUM INFORMATION – NOVEMBER 8 BALLOT

The Proposal 

Build a new, 125,000 square foot, 550-student, grade 5-8 middle school on district-owned property, east of the elementary school, with flexible learning spaces and classrooms providing for technology integration, collaboration for small and large groups, and adaptable spaces for a variety of educational opportunities. The plan includes a controlled, main entrance/office area for safety and a two-court gym and cafeteria/commons with a performance stage between them which will be accessible from either area.  The plan will also be ADA compliant, address on-site traffic, and provide separate bus and car drop-off areas for student safety.
Important dates for your calendar
NOVEMBER
1                      Bridging Brighter Smiles Program – p.m.
2                      Bridging Brighter Smiles Program – a.m.
3                      Boys Basketball @ Home against New Holstein
 7th grade at HS Gym/8th grade at MS Gym
5                      Lawrence Jazz Festival – HS/MS Jazz Ensembles
7                      Boys Basketball @ Kiel 7th & 8th
8                      Boys Basketball – Bye
11                    Veterans Day Program – 8:30 a.m. – MS Gym
14                    Jazz Concert – MS/HS Jazz Ensembles – 7:00 p.m. – HS Aud.
15                    Boys Basketball @ Home against Plymouth
 7th grade at ES Gym/8th grade at MS Gym
17                    Boys Basketball 8th grade @ Two Rivers /7th grade @ Home
18                    MS Music Department Fundraiser Reward Activity
21                    Forensics Tournament – SFMS
22                    Boys Basketball 8th grade @ Home/7th grade at Manitowoc Washington
24-25               Thanksgiving Break – No School
29                    Boys Basketball 8th grade @ Home/7th grade at Manitowoc Wilson
DECEMBER
5                      6-12 Choirs Dress Rehearsal 7:55-9:45 am- HS
                        6-12 Winter Choir Concert- 7:00pm – HS Aud.
6                      7th & 8th Grade Boys Basketball- Bye
8                      7th Grade Boys Basketball vs. Kiel @ SFES
  8th Grade Boys Basketball vs. Kiel @ SFMS
12                    6-12 Bands Concert-7pm HS Aud.
  6-12 Bands Dress Rehearsal- 7:55-9:45am- HS
13                    7th & 8th Grade Boys Basketball @ Plymouth
15                    7th Grade Boys Basketball vs. Manitowoc Washington @ SFMS
  8th Grade Boys Basketball @ Manitowoc Washington
20                    5th Grade Winter Program- 12:00pm – MS Aud.
23                    Preview Concert for 8th Grade students- 8am- MS Aud.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES

Keeping students safe & families informed: 

On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 26, the district’s safety team and Sheboygan Falls Elementary School staff conducted a small scale reunification drill. The drill involved students and families who had voluntarily agreed to take part in the practice. Students were evacuated to a reunification site while parents received an automated message about the pickup location. Once parents arrived at the site, they were required to show a photo ID and were then reunified with their children. Following the drill, Safety Team members met to debrief the experience and make plans to better the protocol in the safety plan.  Please see the link below to read the Parent Emergency Guide and become familiar with the information provided.
School District of Sheboygan Falls
Sheboygan Falls Middle School 
101 School Street, Sheboygan Falls, WI  53085  |  Phone: 920-467-7880