The Sussex County Miners baseball team and the Sussex County Education Association are sponsoring a “My Hero Works at School” student essay contest open to all Sussex County public school students. Each winning student, the school employee he or she writes about, and a total of four of their family members will be guests of SCEA at the Miners home game on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Submissions are due by May 13.
Are you interested in learning more about becoming a member of the Sparta HS Marching Band and Color Guard? Come out to our Annual Season Kick-Off Meeting & Open House, next Tuesday, March 25th @ 7:00 pm in the SHS MRC.
We will share information about our 2024 Season Schedule, talk about the rules and expectations for all members, and we will also reveal our 2024 show theme and title!
We encourage students and parents alike to come out and learn more about the SHSMB. Who is eligible to join?
Color Guard - Current 6th thru 11th grade
Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion - Current 7th thru 11th grade
Any questions? Email Mr. Lopez or Mr. Tomlin!
LOST & FOUND: As a reminder, lost and found items continue to pile up. Please remind your students to check FREQUENTLY for lost items. The Lost & Found will be located in the front lobby through the end of this week, 3/14, before being removed for donation.
There will be an Interest Meeting for the SMS Talent Show on Tuesday, March 18.
Interested?? Join the Google Classroom: K5X7EUI
ATTENTION SMS:
Peer Leaders is sponsoring a food drive for the month of March. All foods collected will be donated to the Sparta Food Pantry and all pasta will be donated to the Weekend Bag Program. We are focusing on the most requested foods, such as canned fruits and vegetables, soup, pasta, peanut butter, etc. Please help out and donate some food over the next few weeks. All collections should be brought down and placed in the boxes outside of the Modern Living classroom. Thanks in advance for participating in this very important activity to help others in our community!
Sparta Middle School Announces 2024-2025 Second Marking Period Honor Roll
https://www.tapinto.net/towns/sparta/sections/education/articles/sparta-middle-school-announces-2024-2025-second-marking-period-honor-roll-1483993
Congratulations to January’s Staff Member of the Month, Mrs. Botti! Mrs. Botti is an exceptional 8th-grade language arts teacher who embodies dedication, passion, and teamwork. She goes above and beyond for her students, creating engaging and dynamic lessons that foster a love for learning and critical thinking. Her enthusiasm for teaching is evident in the way she supports her students' academic growth and personal development. Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Botti is a true team player, always willing to collaborate and assist her colleagues with a positive attitude. She also works tirelessly as a cross country coach and organizer of our Washington DC trip. Mrs. Botti’s passion for her job and commitment to student success make her a highly valued and inspiring member of the SMS community. Congratulations again, Mrs. Botti!
Congratulations to December’s Staff Member of the Month, Mrs. Scrudato! Mrs. Scrudato is funny, kind, and strong! Despite a mountain of personal obstacles over the last few years, she has remained a steadfast support for her students. Regardless of whatever is going on in her own life, Mrs. Scrudato always finds time and energy to appreciate and support her colleagues as well.
Mrs. Scrudato’s contributions to our school and community are immeasurable. She manages a massive case load of students and puts a great deal of time and care into each individual. She builds relationships with all of her students, and her office is a place in which they feel safe, welcomed, and respected. On a daily basis, Blair solves problems and works to support many different staff members
Mrs. Scrudato’s ability to bring positivity to so many people is unmatched, and she continues to do this without complaint even as she navigates so much outside of school. Congratulations again, Mrs. Scrudato!
Congratulations to November’s Staff Member of the Month, Mrs. Kovach! Mrs. Kovach goes above and beyond to service the needs of her students and provide support to her fellow colleagues. She always shares her expertise on how to best meet the needs of her students in order for them to achieve success in their classes. Everyday during TEAM, Mrs. Kovach assigns a group of students to meet with her to offer and provide individualized attention so that the students feel confident and understand challenging science content. She is pro-active in keeping parents advised on student progress, behaviors, and assessments. As a colleague, Mrs. Kovach gives up her lunch to attend 6th grade science department meetings to provide input regarding instructional content, modifications, and pacing. She often advocates for her fellow teachers for resources that improve instruction. We are extremely fortunate to have her here! Congratulation again, Mrs. Kovach!
Sparta Middle School Announces 2024-2025 First Marking Period Honor Roll
https://www.tapinto.net/towns/sparta/sections/education/articles/sparta-middle-school-announces-2024-2025-first-marking-period-honor-roll-1453014
Want to stay in the loop? Check out the latest installment of "Life in the Middle" and catch up on what's been happening at SMS this year. Families can find the full issue in their emails!
With upcoming school breaks, and as we inch towards the winter season, please review SMS school hours for early dismissals and delayed openings. Thank you!
SMS would like to extend a big CONGRATULATIONS to our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Students of the 1st Marking Period!!
(Recognition certificates will be hung in the main entrance soon!)
SMS Student Council Presents: Spirit Week (11/18-11/22) See flier for daily themes!
DID YOU KNOW? You have the opportunity to recognize not just our amazing teachers, but also Educational Support Professionals, such as School Counselors, Social Workers, Nurses, Aides, and more! See link for more information and use the attached form to nominate an outstanding SMS professional! Submit your nominations to Principal Ciaburri no later than Nov. 22nd.
https://www.nj.gov/education/recognition/educators/geoy/materials/eligibilitycriteria.shtml
SMS Peer Leaders gave our sidewalk benches a fresh new look with a coat of Sparta blue paint. Stay tuned for more projects and initiatives from our after school clubs!
In honor of the Week of Respect in early October, SMS hosted a special assembly with Eric LeGrand for our 8th grade class. Thank you for sharing your awe-inspiring story, Mr. LeGrand!
Pictured: Eric LeGrand with Principal Ciaburri, Asst. Principal Petrucelli, and 8th grade teachers, Mr. Kopp and Mr. Gilmartin.
Congratulations to October’s Staff Member of the Month, Ms. Geddis! 🤩
Ms. Geddis is an extraordinary co-worker whose dedication and work ethic deserve special recognition. Every day, she goes above and beyond in her role, juggling a wide variety of responsibilities with remarkable grace. Whether she's solving complex problems, engaging in meaningful conversations with staff, or offering support to students and parents alike, Ms. Geddis approaches each task with a positive attitude and a genuine smile. Her expertise is invaluable, and her ability to handle difficult situations with calm professionalism is truly impressive. Ms. Geddis’ willingness to collaborate and her natural leadership abilities make her a vital part of the Child Study Team. She doesn’t just complete her own work—she lifts others up and makes the entire workplace better. Simply put, Ms. Geddis is an irreplaceable asset to SMS, and her hard work deserves to be celebrated. Congratulations, Ms. Geddis!
Oct. 21- Oct. 25 is RED RIBBON WEEK. Please join us in wearing RED on Monday to show that you are "RED-Y" to make healthy choices! See flyer for the full list of spirit days.
