
SMS Scoop
April 1, 2024
Final Day to Buy a Yearbook
Monday, April 1st is the final day to buy a 2023-2024 SMS yearbook. The cost is $17.
You can order a yearbook by visiting https://inter-state.com/YearbookEntry/82507K or by using a paper order form that is available in the office to pay by cash/check.
Yearbooks will arrive in mid-May.
Rube Goldberg Machines
Mrs. Zeigenbein's 7th grade science classes finished their Rube Goldberg machines the week before spring break. On Friday, March 22nd each group presented their final products to their class, then had an opportunity to demonstrate the machine's effectiveness at completing a task, such as popping a balloon or raising a flag. Here are some examples of the students' work.
SMS Visitor
Mr. Toppe, one of the SMS custodians, loves to dress up in holiday costumes and visit the students. On Friday, March 22nd he arrived as the Easter bunny and visited several areas throughout the building.
SHS Theater Performances
The SHS theater performances are April 5th, 6th, and 7th at McClain Hall. Several SMS students are part of the production, so make plans now to attend one of the performances.
ILEARN Assessments
Indiana's ILEARN assessment window is Monday, April 15th through Friday, May 10th.
SMS plans to have students complete the assessments on April 16-18, April 22-25, and April 30-May 2.
Please try to avoid student absences/appointments on these ten days.
Spring Sports Season
Spring sports competitions start this week.
Students should listen to the afternoon announcements for information about changes to practice times and events.
Eventlink will still be the platform that we use to communicate with parents/family members regarding practices and events.
If you have questions about athletics, please contact Mrs. King at 812-752-8926 option 2.
Scott 2 Calendar Reminders
The next three images contain reminders about some upcoming calendar events in Scott 2.
Monday, April 8th was changed to an eLearning day. The state created a website with some helpful resources related to the solar eclipse.
Tuesday, May 7th is election day and will be an eLearning day for Scott 2 students.
The 2024-2025 school calendar is also shown below for those of you who prefer to plan ahead.
Technology Reminder
As a reminder, students should only use their school-issued iPad and all of their school accounts for tasks that their teachers assign.
Students should not use their iPad or accounts for chatting via Google docs, searching non-education related terms/phrases, or any other activity that isn't directly related to something that a teacher assigned.
Morning Drop Off
Our morning supervision person arrives at that time.
Reminders for Walkers
Please be careful when crossing the streets, utilize sidewalks and crosswalks when available, and follow the street crossing signs.
Officer Nicholson has met with all students regarding safety at school and throughout the community.
Cafeteria Information
https://scsd2.nutrislice.com/menu/scottsburg-middle
Like many schools, we occasionally experience some supply/distribution delays. We will follow the posted menus when possible, but will have to make adjustments at times.
Student Handbook Update
The Scottsburg MS student handbook contains some updates for the 2023-2024 school year. The most significant changes took place in the attendance section.
SMS Student Handbook
We encourage you to read the handbook with your child(ren) and to contact us with any questions you may have.
We are looking forward to working with our students and their parents throughout the 2023-2024 school year.
Scottsburg Middle School
Email: khammons@scsd2.k12.in.us
Website: http://sms.scsd2.k12.in.us/
Location: 425 South 3rd Street, Scottsburg, IN, USA
Phone: (812) 752-8926
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottsburgMiddleSchool
Twitter: @ScottsburgMS