The SMS Press
November 2 2023
PBIS
All staff hand out Spartan Tickets to students who are showing Work, Respect, Belong at SMS. They have the opportunity to "spend" their Spartan Tickets at a store that is now open. If you would like to help promote positive behavior at SMS, we have created an Amazon Wish List here. Any donations are appreciated.
Counselors Corner
Counselors are here to support all our students.
Please reach out to:
Hallee Yon - 6th Grade
Cari Payne - 7th Grade
Maryann Bonneville - 8th Grade
October was a busy month! Our Spartan Start time focused on Bullying Prevention and how ALL students have Superpowers that can be used to prevent and stop bullying and harassment. We learned about the “Bystander Effect” and talked about why it happens in large crowds/groups (ask your middle schooler about it…it’s very interesting!) Additionally, all students in grades 6-8 received a lesson on Harassment and Sexual Harassment in September. These are just some of the ways we are working hard to provide a safe and welcoming environment. But we need your help!
Often, when we talk about bullying and harassment, we focus on the victim and how bullying affects them. Rarely, when prompted “Raise your hand if you bully and harass others” do middle school students raise their hand. Statistics show that 3 out of 5 kids report bullying but there are NO actual bullies??! Doesn’t make sense. We know that kids can be cruel (there are literally thousands of books written about adolescents). We know that adults do not always model kind and respectful behavior. We know our kids are exposed to FAR MORE than at any time in history. We know civility and respect has eroded in our society. It makes sense that we are going to see this seep into our schools. Our kids are going to model the behavior they see.
My Child is a Bully: What Should I Do? is a great article published by the Child Mind Institute. Please take a moment to read it. We are the village. We need to show our kids compassion, love, acceptance and respect. We need to model that at home, in the community, and online. We need to work together to raise healthy and whole children.
PTSA - Parent Teacher Student Association
Join in and help make SMS the best place to learn and grow.
Register here. Your fee helps our group give back to our school.
Follow their Facebook page HERE for updates, meeting locations, and opportunities on ways to help.
The next meeting is scheduled for:
November 15th at 5:30 in the SMS Library
Volunteers
Anyone (even PTSA members) volunteering during the school day will need to follow the District's volunteer process and complete the background check. If you plan to help out at Superior Middle School, please visit the link below and complete the 2 PART process. If you need assistance with the fee associated with the background check, please email leann.egnash@superior.k12.wi.us and she can help you. We do not want this fee to deter you from making a positive different at our school.
(Completing this process is valid for your help at multiple schools within the Superior School District)
Yearbook Orders
Order your 2023/24 Superior Middle School Yearbook before April 12th.
- Visit ybpay.com
- Enter Yearbook Code 11398724
Orders will arrive and be distributed to students during the last week of school. A limited amount of extra copies will be available for purchase, but order now to guarantee your student gets a copy.
SMS Music Makers
Save the dates for our spectacular concerts!
8th Grade ORCHESTRA - October 23rd WATCH HERE
7th & 8th Grade CHOIR - October 26th WATCH HERE
7th & 8th Grade BAND - November 30th at 6pm
6th Grade CHOIR - December 12th at 2:15pm
6th Grade BAND - January 11th at 2:15pm
7th and 8th Grade CHOIR - January 18th at 6pm
6-8th Grade ORCHESTRA - January 25th at 6pm
Find our full concert schedule here.
Food Service
Breakfast and dinner at SMS continue to be free for all students, but lunch is paid. We encourage all families to apply for free and reduced lunch. Even if you are not eligible, your application helps our school. You can apply multiple times throughout the school year, especially if your home situation changes. You can easily add funds into your student's lunch account through My School Bucks.
Attendance Matters!
Contact Ms. Charity at charity.gurovitsch@superior.k12.wi.us with any questions or assistance with attendance needs.
