Summerour Blue Devil Blast
Upcoming Dates
- September 13 - Cross Country Race (Conyers, GA)
- September 13 - Junior Dance Co. @ Paul Duke STEM HS
- September 16 - First PTA Meeting of the Year
- September 18 - GCPS Board Meeting (Suwanee)
- September 19 - Digital Learning Day #1
- September 26 - Café con Leche
- September 26 - Progress Reports Go Home
- September 27 - Saturday School
- September 27 - JLC Raider Competition (Snellville MS)
- October 2 - Hispanic Heritage Night & Literacy Night
- October 4 - Saturday School
- October 4 - Junior Dance Co. @ Suwanee Town Park
- October 6 - Interim Exams: Mathematics/Science
- October 7 - Interim Exams: Language & Literature/Individuals & Societies
- October 9-13 - Fall Break: No School
First PTA Meeting: September 16
The first PTA meeting of the 2025-2026 school year will be held at 6:30pm on September 16. All officer positions are now filled, but we still need community committee volunteers. Come and get involved with your child's school. We need you to make Summerour Middle School its best.
An Evening of Literacy Inspiration!
Learn strategies to help your child with reading and writing, and explore how technology and AI can support their learning. This engaging event is designed for families of students from K-12.
- Artificial Intelligence and Literacy for Tomorrow's Leaders
- Fueling Passion: Keeping Middle and High School Students Engaged in Reading
We invite all families to join our first EEE Session:
“Unlocking the Future: The Power of Literacy for Your Child's Success"
September 17, 2025
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
via Microsoft TEAMS
Interpretation will be provided in Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, and French.
Café Con Leche
Parents,
Come and have coffee with Dr. Looney on Friday, September 26. This is an opportunity to share your concerns, ask questions, and just engage with Dr. Looney in a welcoming and supportive setting. We look forward to seeing you there at 9:30 a.m.
Donut Miss Out!
Our PTA is bringing the sweetness with a Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Help support Summerour PTA while treating yourself (and your friends, family, coworkers... basically everyone) to a box of warm, sugary joy. 😋
✨ Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Order your donuts through Group Raise
2️⃣ Pick up your dozen (or more — no judgment!)
3️⃣ Enjoy the sweet taste of supporting our school!
📅 Deadline to order: November 1
📍 Pickup: Any location you choose
Every donut helps the PTA support the school. Let’s glaze the way to a successful school year! 🙌
#PTAFundraiser #KrispyKremeForACause #DonutWorryBeHappy #SupportOurSchool
September IB Learner Profile: Inquirers
IB Learners are inquirers. They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
University faculties regularly note IB students’ passion for discovery.
Welcome to 6th Grade!
Ms. Belinda Terry
6th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Tannia Sims
6th Grade Counselor
770.417.2491
Long Division
Long Division
Long Division
Welcome to 7th Grade!
Mr. Al Sadler
7th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Yasmi Velasquez Rocha
7th Grade Counselor
Yasmi.VelasquezRocha@gcpsk12.org
770.417.2480
Welcome to 8th Grade!
Ms. Christy Gray
8th Grade Assistant Principal
Ms. Robin Blackwell
8th Grade Counselor
770.417.2487
Welcome to Gear Up!
Dr. Toni Weir
Gear Up Assistant Principal
Ms. Allegra Morgan
Gear Up Counselor
770.797.2960
No Cost Eye Exams & Prescription Glasses
September - December
Gwinnett has partnered with Vision To Learn to provide free eye exams and prescription glasses to children in underserved communities, ensuring they get the eye care they need.
- For children ages 5 to 18
- Available at multiple locations in Gwinnett
- Appointments are required. Book your appointment today!
Literacy Night & Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Thursday, October 2
6:00-7:30 pm
Join us for a night of musical performances, cultural experiences, and lots of fun for everyone!
Please sign up to bring traditional Hispanic foods to represent the rich cultures and add a tasy addition to our celebration.
For more information, call Rosanna Carlson at 770-582-7545.
E-SPLOST Vote Coming November 4
E-SPLOST is a one-cent sales tax on purchases made in Gwinnett County. Since 1997, everyone who shops, eats out, or attends events in Gwinnett has helped support local public schools through E-SPLOST. E-SPLOST funds are the main source of money for school building projects in Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS). E-SPLOST helps pay for important work like repairing and updating schools, constructing and renovating facilities, improving safety and security, and adding technology and learning tools for students and staff.
In the Norcross cluster, these critical facility renewal projects are part of the upcoming 5-year Capital Plan:
- Beaver Ridge Elementary School — Roof replacement
- Norcross Elementary School — HVAC system replacement
- Stripling Elementary School — Roof replacement, HVAC system replacement
- Pinckneyville Middle School — Roof replacement, HVAC system replacement
- Norcross High School — Roof replacement
More information included on the PDF files below:
Going to a GCPS sporting event?
- All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Only students from Norcross HS, Paul Duke STEM HS, and the visiting team’s high school will be admitted to the game unless they are with a parent or guardian. High school students must present a current ID on StudentVue to enter.
- The Clear Bag policy and a weapons detection system are in place at our athletic stadiums
- Entry: Look for clearly marked Evolv scanner entrances and follow staff directions
- Keep your phones, keys, and wallets on your person while passing through
- Arrive early.
Free 2025 Food Distribution
- 3:00pm until supplies last
- Fresh and shelf-stable foods
- No identification required
- Drive-thru distribution
Locations and Dates:
SHORTY HOWELL PARK | September 23 | December 16
2750 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth
RHODES JORDAN PARK | October 14
100 East Crogan Street, Lawrenceville
BEST FRIEND PARK | October 28
6224 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Norcross
LENORA PARK | November 4
4515 Lenora Church Road, Snellville
BRYSON PARK | November 18
5075 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn
ROCK SPRINGS PARK | December 9
550 Rock Springs Road, Lawrenceville
Reporting Student Absences in ParentVUE
Is your child at home sick today? Go ahead and report it now, so you don't have to send a note later. Parents can upload student's absence excuse(s) in ParentVUE. Below is a slide show that will explain.
Reporting Student Absences on ParentVUE
