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Marietta Sixth Grade Academy
Title I- Blue Devil Connections
May 1st-- May 8th
IB Learners are balanced and knowledgeable.
FINE ARTS SPRING SHOWCASE
MSGA’s Spring Fine Arts Showcase was a
spectacular event featuring impressive band
performances, hilarious theater skits,
colorful art work, and exciting chorus
numbers. The students kept the crowd engaged
and wanting more! Laughter and applause
filled the evening. We are so proud of all
the fine arts students and the hard work
they put forth this year. They have truly
grown as performers!
BLUE DEVIL DAY
Marietta City School’s 5th graders officially became Blue Devils at MSGA’s Blue Devil Day on
Friday, May 1st. Students were welcomed to MSGA with a general assembly featuring guest
speakers. They participated in games, saw fine arts performances, learned Blue Devil
cheers, and took their very first Class of 2022 photo! The 5th grade students left MSGA as
“official Blue Devils”.
We can’t wait for their Blue Devil Tradition to begin in August of 2015!
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Jr. Beta Club Induction
On April 28, Twelve new members
were inducted into MSGA’s Jr. Beta
Club, bringing total active
membership in MSGA Jr. Beta to 50
students across all teams. All Jr.
Beta Club members at MSGA are
required to demonstrate academic
achievement, character, leadership
and service throughout the school
year. Congratulations to our
newest members!
IB Learners are risk-takers.
IB Learner Profile Students of the Week. Risk Takers
Students that are Risk-Takers approach uncertainty with forethought and
determination. They also work independently and cooperatively to
explore new ideas and innovative strategies. Risk-Takers are resourceful
and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
6-1
6-2
6-3
6-4
6-5
6-6
Mikayla Fitzpatrick
Tai Wilson
Karolina Colon
Jovani Cruz
Akinni James
Alex Amorim
Important Calendar Dates:
May 4th – 8th
ALL DAY
MSGA
PTSA Teacher Appreciation Week (see below)
5-7pm
All day
4pm
All day
4pm
9- 11:30am
&
11:30-1pm
4:30-6:30pm
9am-12pm
8pm
MMS
Advisement classes
Room 8
Advisement classes
Room 8
Cheerleading Tryouts
MAP Testing
Boy Scouts
MAP Testing
Girl Scouts
MMS Auditorium
Visit to MMS for 6 graders
MSGA Gym
MSGA Gym
MHS
Auditions for Enh. Chorus and Theatre for 5 graders
th
Auditions for Enh. Chorus and Theatre for 5 graders
Light the Way 5K
Tuesday, May 12
TBA
MMS Auditorium
MSA Family Night at MMS
Thursday, May 14
3-3:50pm
MSGA Courtyards
Media Center Celebration
Friday, May 15
6-7:30pm
MSGA Gym
Night to Remember Dance
Monday, May 18
9:15am-1pm
MSGA Field & Gym
Field Day
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Monday- Thursday, May 4th-7
th
Tuesday, May 5
th
Wednesday, May 6
Friday, May 8th
th
Saturday, May 9
th
th
Coming up…
Wednesday, May 20
2:15-3:30pm
MSGA Gym
MSGA Talent Show
Thursday, May 21
7pm
MPAC at MHS
MSGA Honor's Night (By invitation only)
Friday, May 22
4pm
MSGA
Last day of school
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Parent Opportunities:
IB Learners are open-minded and caring.
Volunteer Opportunities – Help Needed!
Oh, wow! A Hawaiian luau!
The Media Center is hosting our final celebration of the year on Thursday, May
14. We are honoring our Million Word Accelerated Readers, plus all the students who
have worked on the Blue Devil News crew this year. Also, ELA teachers are selecting
five students from each team (not the Million Word Readers) for their efforts in the
Accelerated Reader program.
Therefore, we are expecting a crowd of over 100 students. Because the teachers will be in class teaching, this
means we need parents and grandparents to come help make the party a success.
Please contact the parent liaison at mojeda@marietta-city.k12.ga.us if you can assist. Help will be needed to
set up at 1:30, and the party will be from 3 to 3:50. Whether you can be of assistance for half an hour or three
hours, any amount would be welcome!
We appreciate your support of the AR program, and the Media Center!
PTSA RECOMMENDATIONS TO OUR PARENTS FOR
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4-8
We all appreciate the wonderful teachers at MSGA. Let’s take the week of May 4-8 to show our appreciation
in unique ways. Here are a few ideas; feel free to “do your own thing” or “tweak” one of these themes to best
show your teacher how much they are appreciated.
Monday, May 4th – “Flower Power Day” – Bring a flower from your garden, a picture drawn of a flower,
garden gloves, or a “rosy smile” to brighten up each teacher’s day. Thank you for helping us “grow”!
Tuesday, May 5th – “An Apple a Day” – Let’s send in fresh fruit (apples, bananas, oranges, etc.) to keep our
teachers healthy and energized.
Wednesday, May 6th – “Stationery Day” – The teachers at MSGA are always in need of supplies. Let’s give
them some stationery! (note cards, envelopes, book of stamps, pens, stick note pads, etc…handmade is even
more special)
Thursday, May 7th – “Relaxation Day” – Since our teachers work so hard for our children over and above
the required hours, let’s remind them to take time for themselves with gifts of relaxation…a chap stick, a small
candle, soothing herbal teas, bath salts, popcorn for a “movie night”, etc.
Friday, May 8th – “Sweets for the Sweet” – You don’t get teachers any nicer or sweeter than at the Marietta
Sixth Grade Academy. Please send in anything that would remind your teacher of how sweet they truly
are…chocolates, candies, cookies, or sweet smells…lotions, soaps, etc.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Counselor’s Corner
Greetings parents! The character trait for next week is patience, the power to wait calmly without complaining.
Patience doesn’t mean that you will never lose your temper or act impulsively. It involves knowing how to talk with
others and working out differences. There must be a willingness to compromise and cooperate, which is a character
trait that was reviewed a few months ago. Here are some tips to help with patience
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Practice: role-play with your family and friends different ways to resolve conflicts.
Be a good listener.
Be willing to cooperate.
Be willing to compromise.
Learn from experience.
Engage in breathing exercises to keep away from outbursts.
Be intentional when working to change negative habits into positive ones.
Together we can help our students become more patient.
Kerbie Campbell
770.429.3115 ext.6031
kcampbell@marietta-city.k12.ga.us
Student Opportunities:
Attention all performers! Do you want to be a part of the
MMS ComPAny Players? Do you want to be in the cast of MMS’s
school musical? Then you need to audition for MMS’ Enhanced
Theater class! Auditions for will take place Tuesday, May 19th
in Mrs. Smith’s classroom. Applications will be available
starting Monday, May 4th in the Front and Administrative
offices. (Please see attached document)
Marietta Junior Volleyball Camp - Rock the Gym
What to expect?
Basic fundamentals (passing, setting, hitting, & serving)
Team work, Game play, Fun!)
Camp t-shirt included
Dates: June 16th -18th
Cost: $70 before May 22nd $80 after that
Place: Big Blue Gym
Time: 8am-12pm
Grades: Rising 5th-8th grade
Contact information: nspinks@marietta-city.k12.ga.us
MSGA and MMS students are invited to participate in a design contest for next year’s spirit
wear shirt. Each entry is $1 (cash only please). You may enter as many times as you like.
Please get an entry form from Ms. Northcutt at MMS or Mr. Felix at MSGA. Entries will only
be accepted May 1 – May 15. Please turn your entry form and $1 per entry to the main office
at your school. We will announce the winner before the end of the year and they will receive
a free spirit wear shirt at the beginning of next year! If you use an online program to create
your entry please print it out and attach it to the entry form. (See attached form)
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Bus transportation to MMS available right after school
Parents will need to pick up at 7pm at MMS Big Blue Gym
Students must have cheerleading application filled and physical on file to try out
Please make sure your child brings a snack and appropiate gear (see application)
Middle School - Fastpitch Softball Meeting
For rising 6th – 8th grade girls
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
7:00PM - 8:30PM
MHS Seminar Room
Players and Parents should attend.
Email Coach Donnelly if you are unable to attend or would like more
info.
ndonnelly@marietta-city.k12.ga.us
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
FREE ACCESS TO DIGITAL BOOKS ALL
SUMMER!
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Check out this video tutorial for an overview of the student experience on myON.
To login please go to www.myON.com and click the red Log in now button.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
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Through a partnership between Get Georgia Reading – Georgia Campaign for
Grade Level Reading and myON, all educators, librarians, students and parents in
Georgia have free access to over 8,000 enhanced digital books from myON
through August 30th.
Read online using any Internet-enabled device, and read offline using free mobile
apps for Kindle Fire HD, Android Devices, iPads and Google Chrome.
We are looking forward to a great Summer and are excited about all the
possibilities! Please check out Enrichment Camp options for yourself or others
this year at: http://www.mariettacommunityschool.com/cgibin/tabshop.cgi?config=tabshop/mariettacs/config.txt&command=link-youth Summer Enrichment camps are open for registration under the, “Just for
youth and Teen Tab!” (Spots fill up quickly!) Please visit us to learn how Marietta
Community Schools can enrich your future!
Community Connections
If you are student or staff member you have to complete the attached document (paper copy) to receive the discounted
price.
If you are a parent, community member, etc. you can access the race website at www.active.com or by going to
www.lighttheway5k.com. Either one of these websites will have registration links for racers.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Marietta High School
Drama Booster Club Garage Sale
Saturday, May 2, 2015
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
MHS Parking Lot
Please support the Drama Booster club by either making a donation or shopping at the Garage
Sale.
If you have items to donate, please contact Lori Figueras @ lfigueras@mariettacity.k12.ga.us. You will receive a tax donation letter. All proceeds go to the MHS Drama
Booster Club. All remaining items will either be used a props in future productions or donated to
Marietta Reads or a homeless youth program.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
Get Connected!
IB Learners are thinkers and inquirers.
You may also find MSGA School Activity and Event Information
• Online at MSGA.marietta-city.org; View Calendar
• Online at aspen.marietta-city.org/aspen/logon.doIn for grades.
• Follow us on twitter: @MSGAtweet
• In person at the Parent Resource Center; Across from the front office, open Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!
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Parent resource materials on a variety of topics available: two computers with internet access open for parent
use; Rosetta Stone English ready for parent use. Se habla español.
• MSGA Parent Liaison – Margarita Ojeda, (770) 429-3115 x6079 or email at mojeda@marietta-city.k12.ga.us
• Questions, comments and all feedback welcome.
Student Birthday Marquee Messaging
If you are interested in purchasing a Birthday Marquee Message for your child, visit our Parent
Information Center (just inside the main doors on the right hand side), or contact me at
mojeda@marietta-city.k12.ga.us or (770) 429-3115 x6079 at least 48 hours in advance. The cost is
$5, and all proceeds will go into a general fund to be used to sponsor activities for all of the students.
Our Mission: We strive to develop Connected, Global Learners!
Our Vision: We aspire to be a Gateway to learning excellence!