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Daily News

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENT…

February 3, 2012

 

  • SMART Club invites anyone who has read the book Diary of a Whimpy Kid: Roderick Rules to come to a book discussion on Wednesday, February 8th in Room 107 after school!  Snacks will be served, and we will start the movie as well.  Hope to see you there!
  • Book Fair February Reading Rally Incentive!  The 3 Advisories (one for each grade) (3 awards) that earn the most points for the Reading Rally during February, will earn an ice cream party.
  • 6th & 7th grade Think Club will meet this Saturday at 9:00am.
  • Attention all dance crew members. This Friday will be rehearsal with all members. Remember that we will be meeting in the band/orchestra room. We will be starting our new routine which you need to bring shoes for. Come ready and prepared. There will be NO Saturday rehearsal this week. NO SATURDAY REHEARSAL!
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Our Core Values

The Mission of GWMS is to: collaboratively establish high standards of learning, build community, and meet the emotional, social and academic needs of each student.

 

The Vision of George Washington Middle School is to:

Be Collaborative:

  • Build Mutual Trust & Support
  • Model Respectful Attitude & Actions
  • Be Team Centered
  • Share Best Practices
  • Have Open and Honest Communication
  • Value All Staff Members as Stakeholders

Establish High Standards of Learning:

  • Provide a Challenging & Viable Curriculum
  • Focus on Results and Data
  • Differentiate Instruction
  • Provide Clear Student Expectations & Accountability
  • Integrate technology

Build Community

  • Instill School Pride
  • Build Strong Teams
  • Serve the Community
  • Develop Partnerships
  • Engage Families
  • Provide Opportunities for Community Involvement

Meet the Social, Emotional and Academic needs of each student

  • Implement Timely Systematic Interventions
  • Foster Clear Behavior Expectations with Positive Behavior Supports
  • Provide Social Skills Instruction
  • Celebrate Student Success
  • Maintain Effective Advisory Classes
  • Develop Positive Relationships