George Read Middle School Newsletter
Newsletter
Sept. /Oct. 2014
Principal Holly Sage
Ad mi n ist ra t o r s: M ic he lle J o n es, M a rc E me ri c k, B i ll J o h n st o n
School Hours
7:15- Doors open - students report to homeroom or breakfast
7:39- All students need to be in homeroom
2:18- Dismissal
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The questions and tasks the students will
be asked to complete are much more
Welcome to the 2014-2015 school year!
complex and rigorous than the DCAS test.
We have a change to our administrative team this
year; we are excited to have Mr. Marc Emerick Throughout the school year teachers will
George Read Middle School join our school as an assistant principal. Many of focus on strategies to assist students in
you may remember Mr. Emerick as our former properly understanding and answering
314 E. Basin Road
math coach. We are also excited to welcome Mr. questions, building reading fluency, and
New Castle, DE 19720
Bill Johnston as our Student Advisor.
using multiple strategies to solve and
respond to questions. We will hold
Phone: (302) 323-2760
The Common Core State Standards are now
being incorporated in our ELA and Math classes. informational sessions for parents during
Fax: (302) 323-2763
the school year. We hope that you are
The teachers have revised and aligned the
able to attend!
curriculum with the new standards. This will
Main Office Staff
Ms. Sage, Principal
Mrs. Connor, Secretary
6th Grade Office Staff,
better prepare our students for the new state
assessment.
Smarter Assessment, the new state student
assessment system, will begin this school year.
The students will have to complete a three part
assessment at the end of the school year.
Introducing Our Newest Staff Members
I look forward to an exciting and
wonderful school year! Should you have
any questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely… Holly Sage
Did you know?
323-2760
Mr. Marc Emerick, Administrator
Mrs. K. Carlson, Guidance
7th Grade Office Staff, 323-2770
Mr. B. Johnston, Administrator
Ms. K. Meir, Guidance
8th Grade Office Staff,
323-2765
Ms. M. Jones, Administrator
Mr. N. Fortuna, Guidance
Alison BillingsBillings- 7th grade math
Christine ClearyCleary- 8th grade science
Courtney DooleyDooley-math/science spec ed
Tresha EdmondEdmond- 6th grade social studies
Marc EmerickEmerick- Administrator
Susan FogartyFogarty- ELA spec ed
Bill JohnstonJohnston- Administrator
Katy SabolSabol- 8th grade math
Alyssa WelshWelsh-Health
To view information about your
child’s teacher, you can go to the
DEEDS website at
http://deeds.doe.k12.de.us/public/de
edspfindeducator.aspx
Once you reach this website, type in
the name of your child’s teacher.
This site lists the teacher’s license
and certificate (s), degree (s) with
major and minor, teaching position
and teacher quality status.
Mrs. D. Duman, Secretary
Other George Read
Numbers
Please make sure emergency cards are returned ASAP!
Mrs. J. Linus, School Nurse
323-2766
Ms. L. Syska Librarian, 323-2778
Ms. A. Segeda, E.D. 323-2760
Ms. R. Elliott, Cafeteria, 323-2776
College is within your reach! To learn more about attending a Delaware college tuition-free or at a
reduced cost, check out the SEED Scholarship Program and the Inspire Scholarship Program.
http://www.delawaregoestocollege.org/state-aid
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Important Dates
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8/25-First
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Student Pick-Up and Drop-Off
There are many opportunities to get
involved in sports, activities, and clubs
at GRMS!
8/29 & 9/1- Schools Closed –
Labor Day
9/9-Board Meeting @ GRMS
7:00PM
9/10- Open House 7:00PM
9/19-Staff Development- No
School
For the safety of all students we ask you
follow the guidelines below:
10/2-Skating Party
10/3-Staff Development -No
School
10/9- School Pictures
10/14- Board Meeting @
GBMS 7:00 PM
10/23- Title I Night for
Parents- ELA/Math
10/24- End of 1st Marking
Period
10/31-Staff Development-No
School
Important Websites:
georgeread.colonial.k12.
de.us
www.colonial.k12.de.us
https://hac.doe.k12.de.us
(use the drop down bar to
get to Colonial Schools)
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When picking up a student for early dismissal, please
do so before 2:00.
Use the area in front of the building on Basin Rd. Do
not use the bus court on the side of the building.
When dropping off a student in the morning please
disembark quickly and leave. Cars get backed up on
Basin Rd. causing a safety hazard.
Please wait in the parking spots. Do not park along
the curb if you are not able to disembark quickly.
Students dropped off or picked up across the street
must cross with the crossing guard.
Fall Sports- Boys and Girls Soccer &
Field Hockey
Winter Sports- Boys and Girls
Basketball, Cheerleading, & Wrestling
Spring Sports- Baseball, Softball, Boys
and Girls Track
We also offer Band, Chorus, Student
Council, Yearbook, Math 24, Wyld Life
and Science
Olympiad
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Will I get a locker in my homeroom?
Answer: Yes, but you will get to use it only during homeroom and the end of the day.
Question: How will I carry all my stuff?
Answer: You can carry a slim book bag with your belongings in it. No rolling back packs!
Question: Should I use a lock on my locker?
Answer: Yes! A combination lock is best. Your teacher will keep a copy of the combination in case you
forget the numbers.
Question: What supplies will I need this year?
Answer: Your teachers will go over all of the supplies during the first few days of school.
Question: What should I bring on the first day?
Answer: A notebook, a folder, and a writing utensil
Question: Who can participate in sports at GR?
Answer: Everyone who has a DIAA physical on file with the nurse, has a 1.75 GPA, and attends the interest
meeting for the sport. Some sports will have try-outs depending on the number of students who show interest
in playing. Remember you can only try out if you meet the criteria above!
Question: Where do I find a DIAA physical form?
Answer: You can pick one up in the main office or print it from the website.
Question: Can I get a physical at GR?
Answer: Yes! First State Orthopedics will be here on Thursday, August 28th. The cost is $25.00 – cash
only. It is the one and only time the doctors will be here. You can get a physical from your doctor or other
facility (such as Med Express) at any time before the interest meeting for the sport you plan to play
Technology Rules
(including cell phones, IPOD’s, IPAD’s, netbooks, etc)
There will be times when technology is allowed to be used in the classroom. The classroom teacher will let the students
know.
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DO NOT leave your device unattended for any reason. The school will not be responsible for any lost or stolen
devices. You may choose NOT to use your technology during class. It is recommended that you install the tracker
app to find lost or stolen devices.
Technology can only be used with teacher permission.
If at any time the teacher feels a student is not using the technology appropriately, they will be asked to put it away
for the remainder of the class period.
If the device continues to be used inappropriately it will be confiscated and/or an administrator/ parent will be
notified.
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