January 2024

Happy New Year from the Middle School!

We hope everyone enjoyed the holiday season with friends and family.  The new year is a great time to set new goals and start new routines.  We look forward to helping you with meeting the goals that you have for school.

Have you heard of Knights Watch?  Middle school staff know how important it is for all students to have a trusted adult here at school.  So we have made plans for our students to meet in a small group with a teacher on our half days to  allow students to form a closer relationship with an adult here at school. 

Please remind your child to charge their iPad at home, leave cell phones in their locker, and ask for help when needed.  We have many adults in the building that are here to support your child and help you and your family to have a successful school year.  All students may stay after school Monday through Thursday from 2:30pm until 3:00pm with a teacher for extra help. Also, we have homework tables Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm until 4:15pm.  Please reach out to our school counselor, Ms. Wise, if you’d like more information. (extension 4973 OR kwise@silvercreekschools.org)

Did you know that the NY State Assessments have changed in recent years?  The NYS math and ELA tests are two days instead of three, the 8th grade science test is one day instead of two, and all students may take the time they need to finish the test that day.  Please make sure your child is rested and assured that they are well prepared by teachers to take the tests.  The  ELA test will be given April 23rd and 24th, and the math test May 7th and 8th.  Our 8th graders will take the science test on June 13th.

Important Dates …

• January 26- Early Release at 11:00am

• March 8-  No School (Superintendent’s Conference Day)

• March 15-  Early Release at 11:00am

• March 22- Early Release at 11:00am

Thank you to all of the parents and family members who support us by checking homework and setting firm bedtimes.  We appreciate all the little things that you do to help your child find success here at school. 

Yours in partnership,

Bethany Brown
Middle School Principal & The Middle School Staff

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