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Scripps Spotlight

Scripps Spotlight
Scripps Spotlight
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Media Center Tea Party

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Junior Librarian Committee

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8th Grade Basketball

Scripps Media Productions - Spotlight Episode #3 Scripps Media Productions - Spotlight Episode #3

Scripps Spotlight | September 27, 2024

Parent-Teacher Conferences Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences are just a few short weeks away. In order to schedule a conference time parents will need to have a parent Powerschool account.


Wednesday, October, 30, 2024 - 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. - In-person conferences

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Virtual conferences


Scheduling for conferences began on Sunday, October 13, 2024

Powerschool Parent and Student Access Powerschool Parent and Student Access

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There are two ways to access powerschool to check grades, locker information, attendance, grade history and missing assignments.


Student Access:


https://lakeorion.powerschool.com/public/home.html


Username & Password are the same students use to login to their school issued laptop.



Parent Access:


https://lakeorion.powerschool.com/public/home.html


Each parent can set up an individual username and password to check grades, attendance, missing assignments and to schedule conferences. Parents can also link multiple students to their account. Returning 7th & 8th grade parents should already have an account setup. 6th grade families and new students to Scripps should have received an email with directions.

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

October 15 - Choir Concert - 7:00 p.m. @ LOHS

October 15 - Girls bball home vs. Clarkston

October 15 - Cross Country City Meet @ WMS


October 16 - Football Green vs. Clarkston @ WMS

October 16 - Football White vs. West @ West MS


October 17 - Theme Day - Twin Day

October 17 - Girls bball vs. Oakview


October 18 - No School


October 19 - Cross Country Regional Meet @ Dakota HS


October 21 - Hat day (popcorn for those who wear a hat!)


October 22 - Girls bball @ Oxford


October 23 - Picture Re-take Day - Bring your photo book!

October 23 - 8W Treerunner field trip

October 23 - Pumpkin Invitational Cross Country meet

October 23 - 7th Green football @ Pierce MS

October 23 - 8th White football @ Pontiac MS

October 23 - 8th Green & 7th White football vs. Rochester Raiders - WMS


October 24 - Girls bball @ Oxford


October 25 - Theme Day - Pink Out

October 25 - 8G Treerunner field trip

Scripps Media Center Book Fair Scripps Media Center Book Fair

Dear Families,

Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to connect with your child over the thrill of bringing home new books to dive into again and again. Studies show that kids read more when they choose books for themselves. And fostering a love of independent reading leads to a wide variety of benefits—including academic success and improved mental health.


Here’s everything you need to know about the Book Fair:


Dates: October 29 through November 8, 7:25 am to 3:00 pm

Location: Scripps Middle School Media Center


Family Event schedule and location: Open during Parent Teacher Conferences on October 29th from 3:30 pm until 7:30 pm


There’s even more info on our school’s Book Fair homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/scrippsmiddleschool1


While you’re there, set up a Book Fair eWallet, the digital payment account that allows your child to shop for books at the Fair without cash. Then share your eWallet link so friends and extended family can add funds.


When you fund an eWallet, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a giving initiative called Share the Fair™. Your contributions directly support our students who need help buying books from the Fair.


Many of us still remember the rush of finding the perfect book at a Scholastic Book Fair. I hope you’ll join your child at our school’s Fair and share a reading experience they’ll remember forever.

Positivity Project Positivity Project

This week, our school will focus on the character strength of Integrity. Integrity means being

honest, truthful, and genuine.


Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. People with integrity tell the truth

and align their thoughts, feelings, and actions. They have the courage to stick to their beliefs,

even if it means not following the crowd. Integrity is closely related to honesty and authenticity.


Integrity is essential for personal growth and well-being. When your thoughts, feelings, and

actions are in harmony, you can grow and achieve your goals. Being authentic and genuine

makes you more likable and trusted by others, improving your relationships.



Check out the P2 family page to find out more about how to discuss the P2 trait of the week at home! P2 for Families. There, you can watch a video, read a quote, and

discuss three questions together.


Thank you for your continued support!

PTO Updates PTO Updates

Welcome back students and families! We are excited to start the school year and have some exciting updates to share.


· Friends and Fun Night returns on Friday, November 15. More information to come.


· Scripps Spirit Wear is always available. Please contact the PTO via Facebook or email if you are interested in purchasing spirit wear.


· The No Hassel Fundraiser is still going! PTO accepts cash, checks made out to Scripps PTO or Venmo @scripps_PTO. Cash and check donations can be sent to school and given to Ms. Palmer in the office. The PTO appreciates all the donations received to date.

2025 8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip 2025 8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip

We still spaces available for our 8th grade class trip to Washington DC in June 2025. This school trip will leave on June 15, 2025 (evening) and return early on June 20, 2025.


If you have any question please reach out to david.mckay@lok12.org

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Media Productions Spotlight Episode #4 Media Productions Spotlight Episode #4

In this episode learn more about some new staff at Scripps, GAP clubs and athletics updates.

Scripps Spotlight | October 4, 2024

G.A.P. Clubs G.A.P. Clubs

G.A.P (Guided Activities Program)

The Middle School Guided Activities Program (a.k.a G.A.P.) gives students something to look forward to after their long day at school. Students will have a lot of fun with their friends who share their common interests.

These activities take place at various times throughout the school year and information will be sent out to parents through school messenger. Students can get the information through their grade level tile in teams, school announcements, and the website:

GAP program - Lake Orion Community Schools (lakeorionschools.org).



Theatre Club – 29 Spots available
Thursdays, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.; Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
Come hang out with other students who love theatre! We will be watching clips from musicals, discussing the latest and greatest shows, and engaging in fun theatrical games
Theater Club


Holiday Wearable – 17 Spots available

Thursday, December 5 from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Get into the holiday festivities by making your own holiday shirt. Bring a t-shirt or sweatshirt, along with your creative mind, and make a fun or ugly shirt to wear for the holidays. Paints and gems are supplied.
Holiday Wearable


LO Middle School Ski/Snowboarding Club
Check out the flyer for more information.
Ski & Snowboard


Orion Township Public Library after school GAP program
Check out the flyer for more information.
Public Library


Girls Middle and High School Mountain Biking Club
Check out the flyer for more information.
Mountain Biking


Please feel free to contact Heather Schott (heather.schott@lok12.org) if you have any questions or ideas for the Guided Afterschool Programs.

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8th Girls Basketball

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Cross Country

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Landon L's Pumpkin Art

LOHS Culture Night LOHS Culture Night

Orion Township Library ThinkLink Orion Township Library ThinkLink

Important Links Important Links

2024-2025 School Year Information


Fall Athletics Information


Final Forms (athletic registration)


Lunch Money


School Picture Ordering - Online Code: 24SCRIPPSMS25


Yearbook Ordering

Ski & Snowboard Club Ski & Snowboard Club

Free Meals in 2024 -2025 Free Meals in 2024 -2025

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The state of Michigan’s 2024 budget included a return to free meals for all students.

The standards for students to receive the meals for free:


  • Every student is entitled to one free breakfast, and one free lunch per school day.
  • Students must take a fruit or juice with their breakfast entrée for the meal to qualify as a complete meal and be FREE.
  • Students must take a fruit or vegetable (they may take both) with their lunch entrée for the meal to qualify as a complete meal and be FREE.


More information is available at LakeOrionSchools.org/FoodService.


Note: It is important that all families who qualify for free and reduced lunch complete the form within this registration process to receive additional services at reduced cost (pay to participate for athletics, holiday assistance, field trip assistance etc.) The forms are available at https://lakeorion.familyportal.cloud/.

Middle School Lunch Menu 10/14/24 - 11/22/24 Middle School Lunch Menu 10/14/24 - 11/22/24

Distinguished Dragon Staff Recognition Distinguished Dragon Staff Recognition

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Lake Orion Community Schools is launching a program in 2023-24 to recognize LOCS staff members for their excellence.

The intent of the Distinguished Dragon program is to ensure that staff members who go above and beyond their regular duties are appreciated. The additional effort or support can range from helping an individual to helping a group or any effort that seems worthy of praise.

The staff member can be nominated by a student, parent, community member or a colleague by completing the form at Distinguished Dragon Submission

We ask for the submitter's name and contact information to follow up with specific questions if necessary. Please make sure to select the appropriate school/department form so the message is routed in the proper direction.



Please complete the form entirely so the individual can be appropriately honored for their contributions.

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OK2SAY

OK2SAY is available state-wide for public and private schools in Michigan; anybody can submit a confidential tip. Specially trained technicians receive the tips and filter the information to the appropriate agency to provide a timely and effective response.

Care Solace Care Solace

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When you or your child needs help, it’s hard to know where to turn. In an effort to ease the burden of finding the mental health and substance use services you needs, Lake Orion Community Schools has partnered with Care Solace.


Care Solace will help you find the right help at the right time 24/7/365. Car eSolace’s services are available at no cost to you – and all of your information is kept completely confidential. They will connect you with providers accepting all medical insurances, including Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding scale options for those without insurance.


You can access Care Solace services in three ways:

  • Call 888-515-0595 at any time. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365. A dedicated Care Companion will help you every step of the way to reseach options, secure appointments, and follow up to make sure it is a good fit.
  • Seach anonymously to get matched with an extensive list of care providers at caresolace.com/lakeorion
  • Contact your elementary school social worker, middle school behaviorist, high school counseloro or building principal, and they will submit a referral on your behalf.


For more information, visit the LOCS Care Solace page.

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About US

Email: david.mckay@lok12.org

Website: https://www.lakeorionschools.org/scripps-middle-school

Location: 385 East Scripps Road, Lake Orion, MI, USA

Phone: 248-693-5440

Twitter: @Scripps_MS

Instagram: @scripps_ms

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