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This Week at "The T" - 310

Issue 310 - October 7 - October 20, 2024

This Week at "The T" - 310 Issue 310 - October 7 - October 20, 2024
This Week at "The T"- 310Issue 310 - October 7 - October 20, 2024

Issue 310: October 7 - October 20, 2024 Issue 310: October 7 - October 20, 2024

*Extended Edition due to Fall Break* *Extended Edition due to Fall Break*

2024-2025 DCSS Calendar - Click HERE

R.A.R.E. Recognition (Students of the Week) R.A.R.E. Recognition (Students of the Week)

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Luke Horner

Luke is a 7th grader and was selected by Ms. Sayeedunissa. When asked about Luke, Ms. Sayeedunissa stated, "My student of the week is Luke Horner for his outstanding performance, dedication towards studies and good behavior with all teachers and peers."

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Crystal Cano

Crystal Cano is an 8th grader and was selected by Mr. Kedrick Atwater. When asked about Crystal, Coach Atwater stated, "Crystal is a wonderful student! She’s very nice, participates and her energy is incredible. She lifts up everyone around her as well. You can feel her great energy as soon as she steps inside the gym. I enjoy having her in my class!"

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Benedict Sackey

Benedict is an 8th Grader and was selected by Ms. Elizabeth Kidd. When asked about Benedict, Ms. Kidd stated, "Benedict Sackey is a self-starter who consistently works hard and does his best. He is always respectful to others, and brings a positive attitude with him everyday! He encourages others to do their best and celebrates their wins with them."

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Melanie Estrada

Melanie is an 8th Grader and was selected by Ms. Elizabeth Kidd. When asked about Melanie, Ms. Kidd stated, "Melanie Estrada is one of the sweetest students with a heart of gold I have ever met! She works hard and always does her best, using feedback on her work with fidelity to improve her skills. She is also very creative and helpful in the classroom, and has even helped TMS Society with projects by taking things home to do because she cannot stay after school."

This Week at a Glance This Week at a Glance

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Here is an overview of this week's activities

Monday, October 7, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule

  • Volleyball vs. Fairplay at HOME at 5:00 PM (Ticket Link)

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - Odd Block Schedule

  • Football vs Chestnut Log at New Manchester HS at 6:30 PM (Ticket Link)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - *Testing Day *Even Block Schedule

  • *ThinkCERCA Writing Test in Homeroom*

  • Boys Basketball OPEN GYM (Optional) 4:30 PM - 6:15 PM

  • Volleyball Playoffs (TBD)

Thursday, October 10, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule

  • Boys Basketball OPEN GYM (Optional) 4:30 PM - 6:15 PM

  • Volleyball Playoffs (TBD)

  • Parent Engagement Session - GMAS Data Review Session (Join with THIS LINK)

Friday, October 11, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule


Saturday, October 12, 2024


Sunday, October 13, 2024



**Fall Break - October 14 - October 20, 2024**

  • Boys Basketball Open Gym (Optional) Monday - Friday 9 AM - 10:45 AM

Monday, October 21, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule

  • Bus Driver Appreciation Day

  • Grade Level Town Hall During Connections

  • Boys Basketball Tryouts 4:30 PM - 6 PM

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - Odd Block Schedule

  • Power In Truth Conference at Legacy Arena 9 AM - 1 PM (Selected Students)

  • Boys Basketball Tryouts 4:30 PM - 6 PM

  • VIRTUAL Parent Engagement Session - Math Standards (Join with THIS LINK)

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 - Even Block Schedule

  • Girls Basketball Tryouts 4:30 PM - 6 PM

Thursday, October 24, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule

  • Girls Basketball Tryouts 4:30 PM - 6 PM

Friday, October 25, 2024 - Regular Bell Schedule


Saturday, October 26, 2024


Sunday, October 27, 2024




Looking Ahead

  • 10/28 - Fall Picture Retakes and Winter Sports & Club Pictures

  • 10/30 - Halloween Dance

Report Cards Come Home TUESDAY Report Cards Come Home TUESDAY

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Report Cards Distributed TUESDAY

Parents, your student will bring home their report card for Term 1. Please sign the report card and send it back to the school on Wednesday.


They will also bring home a PTO form attached to the report card. We are having a competition to see which homeroom get the most families to join.

She's Going to Australia!! She's Going to Australia!!

Congratulations to Madison Heard

Last week, Madison was surprised with a personal visit from Superintendent North to inform her of that she has been selected to travel with the district to Australia. Madison submitted an entry into the essay contest, and she won! Congratulations to Madison.

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PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) is BACK PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) is BACK

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Info English

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Info Spanish

Debate Team is Here! Debate Team is Here!

Join the Debate Team

Debate Team season is here! TMS Debate is committed to providing excellent debate education programs, services, and opportunities for students, educators, and members of the community by teaching, empowering, and equipping them with advocacy and life skills necessary to make a profound and positive impact in the world.


Advisor: Mrs. Foster

Where: Room 3

Who: Turner Middle School students


What: Interest Meeting for The TMS Debate Team

When: Oct. 10, 2024


Time: 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. (Students should stay in their last period class until after-school activities are called.)




General Debate Team Information

  • Students will be encouraged to come to the debate team prepared to discuss selected topics.

  • Students will examine current events and topics then learn to respectfully discuss the topics.

  • Multiple debate formats will be used.

  • Students will learn how to use "civil discourse" to discuss topics.

  • Students should stay in their last period class until after-school activities are called.

1 Recommendation must be completed by an Academic Teacher

Email Camisha.Foster@dcssga.org if you have any questions.

Upcoming Parent Engagement Sessions Upcoming Parent Engagement Sessions

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Thursday, 10/10/2024

Let's Review the 2024 GMAS Data

GMAS Data Review Session for Parents

Thursday, October 10 · 5:30 – 6:30pm

Time zone: America/New_York

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/hpo-hari-fjw

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 929-277-6212‬ PIN: ‪856 667 628‬#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/hpo-hari-fjw?pin=3055842103185

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Tuesday, 10/22/2024

Understanding the Math Standards

Parent Session - Math Standards Review

Tuesday, October 22 · 5:30 – 6:30pm

Time zone: America/New_York

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jof-eidh-pnm

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 727-835-5416‬ PIN: ‪191 893 076‬#

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/jof-eidh-pnm?pin=8290099426690

Athletic Tryout Information Athletic Tryout Information

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Soccer Open Field

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Boys Basketball Open Field

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Boys Basketball Tryouts

Monday 10/21

Tuesday 10/22

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Girls Basketball Tryouts

Wednesday 10/23

Thursday 10/24

Yearbook Design Contest Yearbook Design Contest

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Do you want to design the yearbook cover?

What is it?


This year, our students have the opportunity to design the cover for the yearbook! The winner of this competition will have their art immortalized on the cover of the yearbook!


When?


The competition begins on October 4th. 2024. All submissions must be in by October 25, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted.


Requirements:


The cover must reflect the theme of the yearbook: Honoring Our History


This year, our yearbook will focus on the history of Turner Middle School. Click Here for information on the history of Lithia Springs! Click Here to learn about the Native Americans that once lived here. Here is a little bit about TMS:


In 1969 Turner Middle School opened on the land deeded to Douglas County. Indians

were chosen as the official mascot to recognize the history of Lithia Springs and to

convey the school's strength and pride and spirit. As recognition of Turner’s history, we

strive to give students the best education because they deserve it.


How will the winner be chosen?


Round 1: Each grade level will vote for the best submission for their grade during homeroom on Monday, October 28th.


Round 2: The winner from each grade will be submitted to the faculty and yearbook staff for a final vote. The winner will be announced and be featured on the 2024-2025 Yearbook!

How To Request A Parent Conference How To Request A Parent Conference

6th Grade Conference Request Link
7th Grade Conference Request Link
8th Grade Conference Request Link

Remind Codes for Staff Remind Codes for Staff

6th Grade Teachers Remind Codes
7th Grade Teachers Remind Codes
8th Grade Teachers Remind Codes

How Can I stay In Touch? How Can I stay In Touch?

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Remind App

Our primary method of communication is Remind. Please get the app if you have not already done so. The school also uses the messenger system to send emails. Additionally, social media is another method to communicate upcoming events. ***Please make sure that you have not "opted out" of receiving communication via Remind.

CLICK HERE to Join Our Remind

Athletic Schedules Athletic Schedules

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Football Schedule

All Games $5

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Softball Schedule

All Games $5

These games were free in the past, but now there is a $5 cost for entry.

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Volleyball Schedule

All Games $5

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Basketball Schedule

All Games $5

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Baseball Schedule

All Games $5

In the past these games were free, but now there is a $5 cost for entry

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Soccer Schedule

All Games $5

In the past these games were free, but now there is a $5 cost for entry

NEW School Spirit Store - USA Custom Gear (Local Vendor)
Click to Go To Store
Team Time - School Spirit Store **Click To Enter**
All purchases will ship directly to you from this 3rd party vendor.
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Turner Middle School Website

tms.dcssga.org

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Douglas County School System Website

dcssga.org

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Turner MS Athletics Tickets

https://gofan.co/app/school/GA7320
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