McNair MS Weekly Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Your involvement plays a vital role in the success of our students and school community.

Please note that students will not be in school on Tuesday. This is not a remote learning day, but we encourage students to use the time to read, review, and catch up on any missed assignments to stay on track academically.

We’re also excited to invite you to our upcoming ELA/Technology Night on Wednesday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM. It will be a great opportunity to engage with your child’s learning and explore the tools that support their academic growth.

We’re proud of how well our students represented McNair Middle School during the Fall Festival and Halloween Friday celebrations. Their energy and positivity were a joy to witness, and we are truly grateful for your support in making these events successful.

Thank you again, and we look forward to a great week ahead!

Keenan Cameron, Principal

Our fall book fair is here! Visit our school's website to browse the catalog and set up an e-wallet for your student (a convenient, cashless way to shop at the fair).

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/mcnairmiddleschool2

Dear McNair Middle School Families,

Get ready—our American Heart Challenge is launching next week, and we’d love for your family to be part of it! This exciting program not only supports heart health but also teaches students valuable lessons in kindness, wellness, and community.

Here’s how to get started:

👉 Sign up today by downloading the AHA Schools app on your iPhone or Android

🔍 Search for our school or use this direct link: http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12399&pg=company&company_id=546043

Once you’re signed up:

• 💖 Make a personal donation to kick off your student’s fundraising journey.

• ⭐Once you've registered, start Finn’s Mission and complete the challenges. As a family, you can help to create a community of lifesavers by learning the lifesaving steps of Hands-Only CPR. It’s quick, easy, and fun! Learn more about Finn HERE.

• 📣 Spread the word—send a quick message to friends and family to ask for their support.

Why it matters: Students will explore heart-healthy habits and build strong character traits. Plus, your whole family will learn life-saving skills like Hands-Only CPR and how to recognize the warning signs of a stroke.

Let’s come together to make a lasting impact—one heartbeat at a time!

As part of our ongoing efforts to support digital safety, we’re excited to share that Fulton County Schools will launch Qustodio, a free app that helps parents monitor and manage their child’s online activity. This tool gives families insight into how students use both district-issued and personal devices.

For district-issued devices:

• Parents can see how much time their child spends online, which apps are being used, and what searches are conducted during the school day.

• Families can also set time limits and restrictions outside of normal school hours to encourage healthy screen time habits.

For student personal devices (optional):

• Parents can choose to install Qustodio on personal devices to monitor usage and set limits at home.

• Fulton County Schools does not have any visibility or access to data from student or parent/guardian personal devices — that information is visible only to the parent or guardian who installs the app.

To access use this link: qustodio.com/my-school to begin Qustodio. Please use your Parent Portal email address during the sign-up process.

Thank you for helping us promote responsible digital habits and strengthen the partnership between home and school.

For any questions or support, please contact myschool@qustodio.com.

Fulton County School Board Member Kimberly Dove hosts a series of District 6 Community Meetings to connect with families, staff, and stakeholders. These meetings are a great opportunity to hear updates, ask questions, and share feedback directly with your board representative.

We are looking forward to seeing you!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the holiday season approaches, we want to share some helpful resources for families in our community. Please review the opportunities below for Thanksgiving meals and Christmas gifts.

Thanksgiving Resources 🦃

1. World Changers Church International – Thanksgiving Feeding Families

• What: Free frozen turkeys and traditional sides
• When: Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
• Where: 2500 Burdett Road, College Park, GA
• Note: Supplies are limited; early arrival is encouraged.

Register Here: https://www.jotform.com/form/252744810977164

G2WN Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

• 🦃 Free turkeys (1 per family), free haircuts, and free hot chocolate
• 📍 3011 Campbellton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
• 📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025
• 🕛 Starts at 12:00 p.m. – while supplies last
• 👥 First come, first served

Christmas Gift Resources 🎄

Families can register for holiday gift assistance through the following programs:

• Empty Stocking Fund
• Salvation Army Angel Tree
• USPS Operation Santa

We hope these resources help make the holidays a little brighter for your family. If you have any questions or need additional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Families have Parent Observer accounts in Canvas, and we are making access even easier. A Canvas Parent icon has been added to the McNair website homepage. Families can find it just below the school photo, between the Menus and Campus Portal buttons. This new feature provides a direct and convenient way for families to log in and stay connected to their student’s learning.

Please use the flyer below for additional instructions.