Weekly Update 11/9/26

Parents, Students, and Faculty,

Our first week of November was a success, and we are looking forward to keeping that momentum going at Seminole County Middle School! Our Middle School basketball teams continue to play well, and we are proud of the hard work and determination they are showing on the court. Both teams will be at home Monday, so come out, cheer them on, and show your Seminole spirit!

Wednesday is Veterans Day, and we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. We are especially proud that our band students will be participating in the local Veterans Day ceremony, helping our community honor those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. We appreciate our veterans and their service!

Thursday will be an especially exciting day as we celebrate our five new REACH Georgia Scholars during their official signing ceremony! REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) is a mentorship and scholarship program that helps students prepare for success in high school and beyond. During the ceremony, our scholars will commit to maintaining strong grades, good attendance and behavior, remaining drug and alcohol-free, and participating in mentoring and academic coaching throughout their school years. Students who successfully meet the program requirements can earn a $10,000 college scholarship upon high school graduation. We are incredibly proud of these five students and excited about the opportunities ahead of them!

On Friday, our Middle School students will have the opportunity to enjoy a performance of the Region-Winning One-Act Play! We are excited to celebrate the talents and accomplishments of our High School performers and appreciate the opportunity for our Middle School students to experience the arts while supporting their fellow Indians.

It's shaping up to be another wonderful week filled with learning, recognition, and opportunities for our students. We look forward to another great week at Seminole County Middle School, where we continue Building the Tribe and helping every student Belong. Grow. Achieve.

Monday, November 9:

• Basketball vs Whigham - 4:30 PM

Tuesday, November 10:

• Leadership Team meeting - 3:30 PM

• Veteran's Day

Thursday, November 12:

• REACH Signing - 9:30 AM
• Safety Team meeting - 3:15 PM

Friday, November 13:

• One-Act Play - 1:15 PM

As you make plans throughout the year, we encourage families to use the holidays, breaks, and scheduled days off listed on this flyer for vacations, appointments, and other activities whenever possible. We know some absences are unavoidable, but every day in school matters! Planning ahead helps our students stay on track, connected, and ready to learn.

Be here. Be on time. Be ready to learn. Be Tribe Strong! 💚

This week, we are excited to spotlight our Middle School Administration Team: Principal Mary Jean Albritton and Assistant Principal Lamar Landing! Together, they work to create a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment where students and staff can be successful. From supporting teachers and students to building relationships with families, encouraging student achievement, and celebrating successes, their focus is on making SCMS a place where everyone feels valued and supported. They believe that strong relationships, high expectations, and teamwork are the foundation of a successful school. As they lead SCMS through its first year as a stand-alone middle school, they are committed to creating a school culture where every student has the opportunity to Belong, Grow, and Achieve as we continue Building the Tribe!

This month, we are excited to recognize students who are helping us Build the Tribe at Seminole County Middle School. Each month, we recognize students in the areas of Belong, Grow, and Achieve—three qualities that represent the culture we want to build at SCMS.

Belong recognizes students who demonstrate kindness, respect, inclusion, and positive relationships. Congratulations to Dorian Tolbert, Emmie North, and Christopher Conley!

Grow celebrates students who demonstrate determination, effort, improvement, and meaningful growth. Congratulations to Maddison Davis, Jonathan Waldon, and Claire Harrelson!

Achieve recognizes students who demonstrate outstanding effort, accomplishment, and excellence. Congratulations to Cayden Nelson, Cadee Gross, and Savannah Neely!

We are also excited to recognize Ms. Tashua Isbell as our October Tribe Builder Staff Spotlight! Mrs. Isbell was nominated by her coworkers for her enthusiasm when working with her students and her willingness to help wherever she can. Her support of our students, staff, and school is a great example of what it means to be a Tribe Builder.

Congratulations to all of our October honorees! Thank you for helping make SCMS a place where we Belong. Grow. Achieve. and continue Building the Tribe!

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