Sells eNews

Principal: Matt Sachtleben (sachtleben_matt@dublinschools.net)

Assistant Principal: Katy O'Neal (oneal_katy@dublinschools.net)

Here are the assignments for our school counselors this school year.

Last names A-F: Mrs. Erin Bissell (bissell_erin@dublinschools.net)

Last names G-M: Mrs. Jessica Lanka (lanka_jessica@dublinschools.net)

Last names N-Z: Mrs. Dawn Wolf (wolf_dawn@dublinschools.net)

Attention 6th and 7th grade parents: Next week, your child will have the opportunity to apply for the 2025–2026 Student Council. Applications will be introduced during their ROCK period on Tuesday, April 29, and the digital application will be available on their team page in Schoology. All applications are due by the end of the school day on Friday, May 2. Please take a moment to discuss this opportunity with your child and encourage them to apply!

Check a back-to-school box off your list by going ahead and filling out the Free and Reduced Meal Application for your students. Apply online through PaySchools Central or use one of our printable forms (translated in multiple languages) to submit your information.

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at sms_attendance@dublinschools.net

Or leave a voicemail at 614.718.8572

Please do not call the main line for attendance before 9:00am.

Please utilize the attendance EMAIL or attendance VOICEMAIL.

• Students MUST be in Rock period by 8:28am - Anytime after 8:28am is considered LATE and MUST sign in at the Main Office.
• LEAVING EARLY - A note from the parent/guardian should be given to Mrs. Stevenson (Attendance Secretary) first thing in the morning. She will give them a pass to leave class at the given time and your student will meet you in the Main Office at that time. You as the Parent/Guardian will need to come in to the office to sign them out.
• ARRIVING LATE - If your student is arriving late to school due to an appointment, they will need to sign in at the Main Office with Mrs. Stevenson. Medical appointments will be excused with a note from the medical provider.

The complete attendance policy is located in the Middle School Student Handbook on

pages 11-13.

Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner, and we need your help to celebrate the incredible staff at Sells Middle School!

Sells PTO will be setting up a snack bar for our amazing staff Tuesday, May 6 and providing a catered lunch on Thursday, May 8.

Sells families, we need your help to provide the following items to makes these events a success:

• drinks (water, flavored seltzer, sodas)
• paper products (plates, napkins, cups)
• snacks (chips, pretzels, popcorn, granola bars, fruit, etc.)
• treats (cookies, candy, cupcakes, etc.)

Items should be dropped off at the Sells Front Office. Please label with "Sells PTO" on ALL items!

Perishable items should be dropped off on Tuesday morning (5/6) before 10am.

Non-perishable items can be dropped off any time between now and Tuesday (5/6) at 10am.

Please use the link below to donate items.

We are planning for the 2025-2026 school year and have a few committee chair openings. Please send an email to sellsmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com if you are interested or would like to know more about the Sells PTO.

All School Tailgate Chair, Spirit Wear Chair, Beautification Chair, Staff Appreciation Co-Chair, Restaurant Nights/Hockey Fundraisers Chair, Parents and Educators Raising our Community (PERC) Representative

Thank you for your consideration and support! The Sells PTO can't provide fun events for the students and teachers without parent volunteers!

The Sells PTO 8th Grade Event Committee has planned a "Beach Bash" farewell for the 8th Graders on Thursday, May 22. Students will be having an outdoor party with lunch, a DJ, Kona Ice, games and prizes. Students are encouraged to wear or bring a white t-shirt for their friends to sign at the signature station. Tropical attire, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also recommended for this outdoor celebration!

Volunteers needed!!!

Please review the sign up genius and click on the button below to sign up.

If your 8th Grader has special dietary needs/restrictions, please complete the Google form below ASAP!

Thank you for your support!!

You can donate to the Sells PTO all year and it is easy to do! Donations support several

fun, FREE things planned for the students and teachers and they wouldn't be possible

without your support!

Just click link below or your child can drop off a check in the office in an envelope

marked PTO Donation.

https://john-sells-middle-school-pto.square.site/

Don’t forget to join the Sells Middle School PTO Facebook page!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1741183269442405

Dodgeball Tickets are on sale Now!

Tickets are now available for the upcoming Dodgeball Tournament at this link. Tickets purchased in advance are just $7 each but will increase to $10 on the day of the event. Remember, all proceeds go to this year’s beneficiary, Kateswell. If your child is playing on a team, they do not need to purchase a ticket.

Sniffles, Sneezes & Bug Bites—Spring is Here!
Allergy season is here! If your child has sneezing, itchy eyes, or congestion, talk to your doctor about treatment options. Remember, school nurses can’t give allergy medicine unless it’s prescribed—be sure to send in any necessary forms.

Warmer weather also means mosquitoes and ticks are back! Protect your child by encouraging bug spray use and checking for ticks after outdoor play.

Are you ready to Rock into the Fourth?

The City of Dublin is excited to share that .38 Special and KANSAS will headline this year’s Independence Day Celebration! Get ready for a full day of music, fun and fireworks in Dublin! Table and wristband sales begin in May — bookmark our event page for the latest updates and ticket information.

Hey, Neighbor!

The Dublin Chamber’s Community Care Day is on Saturday, May 3, and helps older adults, residents facing hardships and neighbors who need a hand with outdoor spring clean-up and projects. Join us!