The 8th grade just completed SBMS' third week of incredible expeditions out of Camp Arnaz. From summiting Sulphur Mountain to strawberry shortcakes and incredible sunsets, it was an amazing way to end our school year. |
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It's the SCOOP for June 4, 2021
Your weekly news from Santa Barbara Middle School
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Dear SBMS Families,
The magic of Middle School is alive and well out on the road. In Ojai, our students conquered Sulphur Mountain with over 10 miles of vertical climbing and then settled around our last campfire of the week where gratitude flowed over and accomplishments were celebrated. In Catalina, the 9th grade trekked across Hacksaw Ridge to Howland's Camp where they will spend their last few days of school playing, laughing, and building memories that last a lifetime.
It is hard to fathom that next week is our last week of school. We are so lucky to have been able to end the year with outdoor trips and time to slow down and reflect on the year. Please see next week's schedule below with important details on events and school day schedules. We will be hosting a celebratory Parent Association meeting and Cups and Questions on Monday, June 7 at 9:15am. During this special Cups and Questions, we will wrap up the year with gratitude and discuss our plans and hopes for a new beginning in September. We look forward to seeing you there and ending the year together.
With gratitude,
Brian, Bianca, Erik, and the SBMS Staff
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The 9th grade will be out for two more days hiking, adventuring, and enjoying these last few days as a class together. We can't wait to hear all about their trip! |
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END OY YEAR EVENTS
Parent Association Cups and Questions - Monday, June 7
Join us for our last Cups and Questions of the year at 9:15am. We'll be sharing gratitude and info on the 2021-22 school year. ( Join here)
8th Grade Humanities Night Digital Showcase - Tuesday, June 8
At 7pm, we will be hosting the 8th Grade Humanities Night Digital Showcase with Slam Poetry and Dancing Through History performances. Join the fun here.
All-School Media Presentation - Wednesday, June 9
At 7pm, join us for an SBMS All School Film Presentation here. The film will celebrate this school year, our end-of-year trips, and all that we have accomplished. |
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Rites of Passage - Thursday, June 10 (Invite Only)
We look forward to celebrating our 9th Grade class on Thursday, June 10 at 1:30pm, at the beautiful Godric Grove. Like last year, we will be following COVID guidelines and protocols. You can read through the details here.
How to Watch From Home:
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LOST AND FOUND
Last call for Lost and Found! If your child is missing any jackets, water bottles, clothing, etc. please have them check the lost and found closet on the first floor by the lower parking lot.. Thank you!
YEARBOOKS!
Our student yearbooks look so wonderful, and our yearbook club worked so hard on getting them done to hand out next week. Please note that due to our Covid year, we will be making yearbooks free for all students this year. Next year we will be back to normal, charging a nominal fee for the cost of creating it. Thanks again to all the students and staff who helped make this publication possible.
8/9 GRADE SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE (Outside of SBMS)
If your child is volunteering for a camp this summer or engaged in any kind of community service work, follow the steps below to ensure they get, and track, credit for the hours that they have earned.
Here is your step by step guide:
1. Student asks the person supervising/advising the event or activity if they will count their volunteer work as Community Service hours.
2. When the advisor or supervisor says, “Yes,” each student must then date and track their hours using the public high school’s community service form (Download that here). All the high schools use the same form and can be found on each school’s respective websites under the Community tab. You should also check the high school's list of Pre-Approved Community Service organizations. If the organization is not on the list, you will need to get approval.
3. At the end of the summer, total the number of hours and ask the supervisor to sign off on the form.
4. You keep track of these Community Service forms until your student enrolls in high school. Keep adding to the log as your student accrues more hours.
5. Always keep an extra copy.
6. In the fall, when your student begins high school, they will walk their signed form with their recorded hours into the Career Center. You will still keep a copy at home. (These are big schools and papers can get misplaced)
7. Note: For those attending SBMS for 9th grade you will just need to keep an ongoing file folder with this form for a full year until your child enrolls in one of the high schools a year from now.
Note - If your child has earned Community Service hours inside, or in conjunction with SBMS, those hours will be recorded on their SBMS transcripts that get sent to the high school’s registrar’s office. It may take a while (like 3-6 months) for the high school to record each student's hours on their newly formed Community Service record. Let me know if you have questions! - Sue
SUMMER COMMUNICATIONS
As you know, our teachers head out for the summer to explore, adventure, and do some learning of their own. The main office will be open with limited hours from 10-2pm on Monday through Thursday and fully closed July 12 - July 23 for construction.
In early June, your student will receive their Summer Assignments with reading lists and packets from their deans. In July, the office will be reaching out regarding your child's med authorization forms as we prepare for the 2021-22 school year. As we get closer to August, you can expect to hear from us with detailed information on Orientation Week, Diamond Days, the start of school and so much more as we start up the Scoop again and host back-to-school Cups and Questions. We hope you all have a fun and relaxing summer!
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THE WEEK AHEAD
Monday, June 7
9:15am Parent Association Cups and Questions ( Join here) Half day with regular drop-off and early pick-up
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6th grade: 12:25pm
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7th grade: 12:35pm
- 8th grade: 12:45pm
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9th grade: 12:25pm
Tuesday, June 8
Half day with regular drop-off and early pick-up - last day of school for 6/7/8/9
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6th grade: 12:25pm
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7th grade: 12:35pm
- 8th grade: 12:45pm
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9th grade: 12:25pm
7pm 8th Grade Humanities Night Digital Showcase ( Join here)
Wednesday, June 9
No School
7pm All-School Media Presentation ( Join here)
Thursday, June 10
1:30pm 9th Grade Rites of Passage (Invite only)
Friday, June 11
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Dispatches from The Deli - A Community Kitchen Update |
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Click above for a Campaign update from the Development Office.
We are so grateful to the 64 (and counting!) current families who have already supported the Community Kitchen - thank you! With less than two weeks left in our Matching Challenge, SBMS families have already contributed more than $40,000 to the campaign, all of which will be matched by the Challenge. As of June 3, we have raised a total of $781,652 from more than 175 members of the SBMS family. Simply amazing. We are so close to reaching our goal but we need your help!
It's not too late to join our inspiring community of supporters, and we thank you in advance for helping us build this incredible new teaching and community space. Every gift makes a difference; every gift brings us one step closer to reaching our goal!
As a reminder, here are the details of the Community Kitchen Matching Challenge:
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All new gifts will be matched, up to $50,000
- To qualify, gifts must be received by the end of the school year (June 15, 2021)
Help us build the Community Kitchen and make your gift today!
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Please contact Colin Donovan Wyatt, Director of Development, to learn more about the project or to ask any questions about how to make your gift.
We are grateful for your support!
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⚠️ WEEKLY SAFETY UPDATE ⚠️ |
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SBMS FAMILY LOOKING FOR RENTAL
The Works, a returning SBMS family, is looking for a small rental for this coming school year, starting from the end of August 2021 to mid-June 2022. Open to any creative opportunities: home sitting, ADU, guest house, studio, or 1 or 2 BR, space just needs to sleep 3. Give us a call or send an email if you know of any SBMS family looking to rent a guest space for the school year. Thanks so much! 805-705-7591- leighbwork@gmail.com
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ON THE HORIZON
Please note that dates and events are **subject to change** and updates will be communicated.
2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR
August 2021
Monday, August 30: Diamond Day for Incoming Families
Tuesday, Aug. 31 - Friday, Sept. 3: Orientation Week & Orientation Ride
September 2021
Monday, September 6: Labor Day - No School
Tuesday, September 7: First Day of Academic Classes + Electives
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