As we head into Thanksgiving break, I’m feeling especially grateful. I’m thankful for the big smiles I see in the halls, the quick waves hello, and the “oh, right, we’re walking” moments when I remind students to slow down. We’re truly lucky to have such a fantastic group of students supported by an incredible teaching staff. Here’s to all the things that make this school a wonderful place to be—thankful, thankful, thankful!

Have a restful and joyful Thanksgiving!

In partnership,

Tera Thomas

Please consider participating in our 'SMS Gives Back' initiative, giving our community a touch of loving kindness that is so much in need. Please see video below and donation link for more information.

Applaud our seafaring standouts! The 'Shout Out of the Week' spotlights a student from each team who truly embodies our Model Mustang values!

We are thrilled to celebrate the students who completed the October Reading Challenge! Their dedication to reading is commendable, and we are proud of their achievements. Below is the list of participants:

• Ethan Buchko
• Riya Sridharan
• Shaylee Manzione
• Nolan Skuderin
• Grace Morgan
• Coco Macdonald
• Jase Selig
• Annabel Poelking
• Calvin Born
• Joann Thomas
• Tanvi Yerroju
• Deeshan Gajji
• Lucian Larson
• Anna Hockett
• Jatin Cherukuri
• Ali Awada

Our 257 sixth graders who earned a 3.5+ gpa received a certificate and locker decoration. Congratulations and continue celebrating your success!

Any sixth grade student that would like an alternative to eating in the cafeteria is welcome to make reservations at The Lip Diner. Come relax, listen to music, and enjoy interacting with your friends from other pods! The Diner is open 5 days a week during the sixth grade lunchtime. Visit the link and sign up for the days you would like to come. We book a week in advance so make sure to sign up if you plan on attending (and you might notice that reservations won't open until the week prior). Click here to sign up for the week of December 2 (https://forms.gle/FCEFUBovdX7s6nic8)! Click here to sign up for the week of December 9 (https://forms.gle/TpCxhgTnoLDNjKuMA)!

*Note for students: If you are unable to use the links above, try to type in the tiny URL on your Chromebook (must be logged into their SMS account) or go to their Google Classroom, the link should be there, too!

Strongsville Middle School

Hours: 7:55 am - 3:00 pm

Sixth Grade Principal: Tera Thomas

Sixth Grade Counselor: Ashley Marozsan

Cruisers Team Lead: Rebecca Sobus

Vikings Team Lead: Jamie Hrabnicky

Admirals Team Lead: Tina Fike

Captains Team Lead: Lori Coulter

Main Line: 440-452-7090

Attendance: 440-452-7090* Choose #2

Questions about Attendance: Deb Cook

Website: sms.strongnet.org
Facebook: facebook.com/strongsville
Twitter: @stronsvillecs