Glenridge Middle Community Member
2024 Stakeholder Survey
I’d like to start my message this week by asking all families to complete the stakeholder survey that the district puts out each year. The goal set by the district is 20% of our families, but the more responses we get, the more exact the data. If you have a few minutes, I hope you can complete the survey found here: https://surveys.panoramaed.com/ocps/family/surveys
Testing Tomorrow! (Writing Assessment) / Computer Charging Tonight
This Tuesday we will have a modified testing schedule. All students will take part in the state writing assessment. Because we are still dealing with bus delays, we have decided to have all students report to their 1st period class on Tuesday where they will have some time to relax and prepare for the test. At approximately 10:00 AM, the students will report to their testing room. Teachers will remind students on Monday where that room is, and it is also found on their canvas page.
If you can encourage your student to do his or her best, and make sure that they charge their computer tonight, that will be great. We know there are charger shortages; we have been making sure students have an opportunity to charge their devices throughout today. We also have desktop computers to use for students that have other computer issues. Any student that does not take the test on Tuesday due to attendance or computer issues will be called down for make-ups beginning Wednesday.
Track & Field at Home Wednesday / Spirit Day this Friday
We will host our first track & field meet on Wednesday beginning at 4:30PM, and this Friday will be our monthly spirit day. PTSA will have treats for sale in the car loop after school.
Thank you for reading and thank you again for the help with this year's stakeholder plus tomorrow's testing.
Mr. Kempinger
Principal
Pictured at the top of this issue: A pair of our Lions visiting the Florida House of Representatives Chamber inside the state capitol in Tallahassee. Please see their success story below.
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2024 Stakeholder Survey for GMS Families |
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Steps to completing a family survey:
2) Select the language in which the family would like to take the survey in
3) Complete one survey for each school that the family has a child attending
4) Press submit once completed
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Lion Spotlight!
FFA Students visit the Florida State Capitol:
Alivia Nelson and Trent Kuczynski
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On March 28, FFA members Alivia Nelson (Historian) and Trent Kuczynski traveled with other district FFA chapters to Tallahassee, FL for a tour of the Capitol building. The tour included an orientation to the House chambers with its depictions of Florida history and a review of state and federal legislative process. While in chambers, FFA members participated in a mock legislative session regarding a hypothetical agriculture bill, Save Our Ag Lands Act. The bill was introduced, discussed, debated, amended, and passed!
If and when they run for election to the Florida house: Vote Trent! Vote Alivia!
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The students' field trip also included a brief tour of Florida Agriculture and Mechanical University (FAMU) to learn about viticulture (cultivation of grapes) and the many career opportunities within the field of agriculture. |
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Superintendent's Message
Monday, April 1
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Superintendent Maria Vazquez talks about the importance of oral hygiene for children as it relates to their overall health. |
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Lion Talent
65th Annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
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Congratulations to our Lion artists that took home some honors from this year's Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival!
Addie Osbahr – 3rd place
Ellary O’Shea – 3rd place
Kimberly Dominguez De Los Santos – Best in Show for 2D Art (Middle School Division)
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Ellary O’Shea, 7th
Award of Merit
Pencil on Paper
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Addie Osbahr
Award of Merit
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Kimberly Dominguez De Los Santos, 8th
Best in Show for 2D Art (Middle School Division)
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Student Essay Contest
Week of the Family
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The PTSA is looking for enthusiastic parents who want to help serve Glenridge Middle School. We would love for you to join our team! If you are interested in serving, please visit: https://forms.gle/rZ9Y4Sg2DryrhGsu8
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The Lions Pride Fund raises money to make improvements to the school and ensure an exceptional educational experience for GMS students.
The Lions Pride Fund initiatives for the 2023-2024 school year include:
* International Baccalaureate (IB) Dues ($10,000) – The IB program provides a solid academic foundation that prepares students with transferable, future-ready skills to be citizens of tomorrow, who are ready to step up as leaders and contribute to their world.
* New Furniture for the Media Center ($5,000) – New furniture for the media center will create a more comfortable, welcoming and modern space for students that promotes learning and fosters student engagement.
* LEGO Spike Kits ($5,000) – LEGO Spike Kits enhance the STEAM learning experience and encourage students to develop abstract and critical thinking skills to creatively solve complex problems.
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Month of April Themes & Events |
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Monday's Motivational Moment!
Wisdom to Live By: Week of April 1
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Cynthia Erivo On Dreams
I don't believe that many things are impossible to achieve so long as you put your mind to it and take the time to get it done.
~ Cynthia Erivo, singer
John Wooden On Prioritizing
If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?
~ John Wooden, basketball coach
Seneca On Readiness
Luck is when preparedness meets opportunity.
~ Seneca, philosopher
Aaron Donald On Excellence
There's always room for improvement. That's my mindset.
~ Aaron Donald, football player
Cher On Persistence
When you hit a wall, back up and go in another direction.
~ Cher, singer and actress
Robin Roberts On Being Positive
Being optimistic is like a muscle that gets stronger with use. Makes it easier when the tough times arrive. You have to change the way you think in order to change the way you feel.
~ Robin Roberts, newscaster
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Lions, prepare to make this April a very successful month!
Daniel Kempinger, Principal
Glenridge Middle School
Monday, April 1, 2024
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Glenridge Leadership Team |
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Glenridge Middle School
2900 Upper Park Road,
Orlando, FL 32814
Phone 407-623-1415
Fax 407-623-1417
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