Weekly Newsletter

Sultan Middle School Families,

Our Fall Concert last week was a big hit! Choir started off the night with the 6th grade singing 'Spooky Scary Skeletons' and 'Purple People Eater'. 7th grade gave a smashing performance of 'Ghostbusters' and a song about Edgar Allen Poe’s creepy tales. 8th grade sang about things that go bump in the night and 'This is Halloween' featuring Annalia Day, Jay Britton, Ethan Anderson, Lucas Anderson, Sonrie Miller, Alannie Tomkins, Leo Cliffe, Audrianna Elder, and Hazel Clune. And for the grand finale, all choir students sang 'Halloween is finally here' together. Great job choir students.

Next up was Band. 6th grade band did a great job playing their first few songs including 'Hot Cross Buns' and 'Lightly Row'. 7th grade came out with a bang with songs about an 'Attack of the Cyborgs' and 'Ghosts in the Graveyard'. 8th grade band slowed it down with 'Transylvanian Lullaby' from the movie 'Young Frankenstein' and featured a trumpet solo by Aleczander Sammartano. To finish off the night, the 8th graders took off at top speed playing 'In the Hall of the Mountain King'. Congratulations to all of our SMS musicians on the first concert of the year!

This week is Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences:

Wednesday, November 6th, from 4pm-8pm, (yes there's school that day!) and Thursday, November 7th, from 8am-8pm, (no school!). If you would like to schedule a conference but need help accessing Powerschool, please call us at 360-793-9850. If you have access to Powerschool, scroll down to the 'How to Schedule your Fall Conference' section for directions.

We will have a long weekend with no school Friday, November 8th, due to conference week and no school Monday, November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day. Enjoy!

Parents and Guardians, if you have questions and/or concerns about your student or their classes, please reach out to their teacher through email or send them a message on Canvas. We have a list of staff and their email here:https://sultansdwa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/sms/staff

Last week we created a special Ofrenda for Dia de los Muertos on the stage in the commons! An Ofrenda is a display set up to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away. Students and staff brought in pictures to include and the beautiful display was up for the week. Thank you to our ML teacher, Hush Iweala, and our Para, Monica Avalos-Salazar, for putting this together.

Tanmay is a standout 6th grader who consistently exhibits positive character traits, making him a role model in the classroom. He always does the right thing, even when no one is watching, like returning found items to their rightful owners and never taking shortcuts on assignments. Tanmay manages his time well, completing assignments on time, and often volunteering to help classmates who are struggling. Known for his kindness and inclusivity, he invites quieter students to join group activities and offers encouragement to those who feel discouraged. Tanmay takes initiative in discussions, stepping up as a leader while valuing everyone’s input. Even when faced with challenging tasks, he remains persistent, showing resilience and determination to succeed. His strong moral character and leadership make him an exemplary student among his peers.

Emma Guzman is a dedicated and conscientious 6th grader who exemplifies strong character in everything she does. She consistently makes the right choices, even when no one is watching, whether it's helping to clean up after class without being asked or staying focused on her work when others are distracted. Emma is always well-prepared and organized, turning in assignments on time and contributing thoughtful insights during group activities. Her kindness shines through in how she treats others as she is quick to offer support to her peers. Emma also demonstrates leadership by stepping up to take responsibility during class projects, ensuring that everyone feels included and valued. When faced with challenges, she tackles them with determination. Emma’s quiet integrity and consistent hard work make her an admirable student and a positive influence in the classroom.

At Sultan Middle School, Riley Lauck stands out as a beacon of trustworthiness, embodying the very values that the school cherishes. With an unwavering commitment to honesty and integrity, Riley has earned the respect and admiration of both his teachers and classmates. His dedication extends beyond the classroom, as he consistently exhibits a hardworking attitude in all his endeavors. Moreover, Riley’s kindness knows no bounds; he is always ready to lend a helping hand to his peers, fostering a positive and supportive environment. It is with great pride and joy that Sultan Middle School awards Riley Lauck for his exemplary character and unwavering trustworthiness.

It is with great pleasure that we present the Trustworthy Student Award to Kinley Gohl. Kinley exemplifies integrity and respect, consistently doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Her unwavering commitment to helping fellow students in need showcases her compassionate nature. As a dedicated volleyball player and track and field athlete at SMS, Kinley not only excels in sports but also sets a positive example for her peers. Her actions and attitude make her a deserving recipient of this award, and we are proud to recognize her outstanding character and contributions to our school community. Congratulations, Kinley!

Lester demonstrates the characteristics of being trustworthy every single day. He holds himself and his peers to a high level of integrity. He consistently maintains honest communication and actions.

Leo demonstrates the characteristics of being trustworthy every single day. They hold themselves to a high level of integrity. They consistently maintain honest communication and actions. Leo has a strong sense of fairness.

***Subject to Change***

Are you a substitute teacher? We need you! Please apply now at: https://www.sultanschools.org/page/substitute-information and join our Sultan Middle School team.

MONDAY NOV 4th

TUESDAY NOV 5th

NJHS Meeting 7am

Homework Club 2:45-4:30pm

TSA Science Club 2:45-4:30pm

WEDNESDAY NOV 6th

Yes, there's school!

Parent/teacher Conferences 4pm-8pm

THURSDAY NOV 7th

No School

Parent/Teacher Conferences 8am-8pm

FRIDAY NOV 8th

No School

November 11th

No School in honor of Veterans Day

November 12th

School Board Meeting 8am

November 19th

NJHS Meeting 7am

November 25th

School Board Meeting 6pm

November 27th

1/2 Day Early Release

November 28th and 29th

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

We have started our Winter I season with Girls Soccer and Boys Basketball! Be sure you've paid the sports fees and ASB for your student to participate. Sports fees are $35 per sport and $35 for ASB for the whole year. The 4th sport your student plays is free. Pay online or at the office.

Use the link below to go to Final Forms to sign up now!

Questions? Reach out to our Athletic Director, Chris Hill, at Chris.Hill@sultan.k12.wa.us

If a student is tardy to school in the morning, he/she must report to the student office. Tardiness due to dental/doctor appointments or late buses will be excused. Students not having a note from a parent/guardian or whose parent/guardian has not called will be issued an unexcused tardy.

Unexcused tardies will result in the following consequences:

• At 5th tardy – Lunch held in the Student Success Center to review expectations.

• At 8th tardy –Two lunches held in the Student Success Center to review expectations.

• At 11th tardy – Four lunches held in the Student Success Center to review expectations and a parent meeting scheduled.

• At 14th tardy --Alternative passing schedule put in place to help facilitate arriving to class on time. This will be in place for the remainder of the quarter.

For more information on our attendance policies click the link below for our Student Handbook.

Students are allowed to bring personal cell phones and other electronic devices to school but they may only be used before and after school (not during lunch, in the halls during passing period, or in the bathrooms). This plan puts safety and learning as priorities. All devices should be Off & Away (not vibrate or silent) and away (in backpack) during school and passing times. If a student has an emergency or needs to communicate with home/family, please contact the front office. SMS is not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing electronic item

ADDRESS:

301 High Ave

Sultan, WA 98294

Ph: 360-793-9850

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