Opening Day Bulletin - Spring 2012 (2/2/2012)
Opening day bulletin for Monday, February 6, has been uploaded.
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2012 Yearbooks! (11/20/2009)
Hurry to the Student Store during Nutrition or Lunch to purchase your yearbook for $35 (cash). Limited copies left, so don't wait!
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.....TEACHERS.!.....THE.TIME.TO.SIGN..UP..IS..NOW..... .As.a.result.of.the.Auditorioum.not.being.completed.yet,. ...............you.have.some.extra.time.to.practice.!.............. (12/12/2011)
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.........TEACHERS..GOT..TALENT..GRAND..PRIZE.!......... .........................Will.YOU.be.the.Winner?......................... (1/14/2012)
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Interested in applying to South Gate Middle School Magnet Program or a Magnet School? (11/3/2011)
The "Choices/Opiciones" Application Window is Nov.1- Dec. 16, 2011.
Please visit echoices.lausd.net to receive detailed information on the New 2012-2013 On-Line Magnet Application Process. You may also join us on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011 at 3:30 PM in our school library for a Magnet Program Informational Meeting.
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**Deadline Extended** (12/5/2011)
**8th grade Dedication Ads**Friends or family members may purchase a small section for one picture or message for only $10, a 1/4 page for $25, a 1/2 page for $50, and one entire page for $100 which you can share with your friends!
Submit all orders to your Homeroom teachers who will then turn them into Ms. Amy Garcia or Ms. Vizcaino's box by Friday, December 9, 2011. SPACE IS LIMITED SO DON'T WAIT!
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ADOPT A GRANPARENT (11/23/2011)
Please don't forget to sign up for the Adopt a Grandparent and be part of one of the most rewarding experiences ever!!
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University Professor Speaks to Students (11/20/2011)
Prof. James A. Mitchell, PhD, from Cal State Northridge, spoke to 8th grade history students. Dr. Mitchell talked about how the ideas in the Declaration of Independence impacts all of us today, and how his education has led him to travel all over the world, including a recent trip to Tanzania in Africa. Dr. Michell attended Audobon Junior High and Crenshaw High in LAUSD, before continuing his education at Vasser College in New York and Princeton University in New Jersey. This was his second lecture to students at SGMS. Thank you, Dr. Mitchell!
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8th Grade Yearbook Dedications (11/20/2009)
Students' middle school years are a very important milestone in their lives!
The 2012 Yearbook staff would like to capture those milestones through the 8th Grade Dedication Ads. These pages are to acknowledge students' successes and hardwork during their academic growth here at SGMS. Friends or family members may purchase a small section for one picture or message for only $10, a 1/4 page for $25, a 1/2 page for $50, and one entire page for $100 which you can share with your friends!
Submit all orders to your Homeroom teachers who will then turn them into Ms. Amy Garcia or Ms. Vizcaino's box by Friday, December 2, 2011. SPACE IS LIMITED SO DON'T WAIT!
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H.E.R.O. Week!!! October 24, 2011 – October 28, 2011 (10/12/2011)
Vikings! Be A H.E.R.O. Help, Encourage & Respect Others!!! October is National Bully Prevention month and we are celebrating with having H.E.R.O. Week from October 24th through October 28th.
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.........THE.FINALISTS,.THE.RUNNERS-UP,.AND......... ...................THE.2011.SOUTH.GATE.IDOL.................. (10/26/2011)
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........>>>>>>>..C.L.I.C.K...H.E.R.E..<<<<<<<<......... (10/26/2011)
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NAEP Comes to South Gate Middle School (11/1/2011)
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School Cents Fundraiser September 15, 2011 – May 15, 2012 (10/6/2011)
Help the Magnet Program by bringing your Lakewood Center, Los Cerritos Center, or Stonewood Center original receipts to the magnet office. The Magnet Program will receive 5 points for each dollar spent. You can also choose to log the receipts yourself by stopping by Guest Services at any of the centers and letting them know you are helping Magnet South Gate Middle School. Remember to tell your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to log their receipts. Anyone can support our school in the School Cents program. Thank you for your help and support!
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Fresh & Easy - Shop for Schools Fundraiser Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 (10/6/2011)
Help the Magnet program with our Shop for Schools fundraiser! The Magnet program will be donated $1 by Fresh & Easy for every $20 Fresh & Easy receipt we collect. Receipts must be dated from September 15 - December 31, 2011. Turn in your receipts at the Magnet Office, room 105, in the receipt collection box. Have your family and friends help too! Thank you in advance for all your help and support.
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................SOUTH.GATE..IDOL.GRAND.PRIZE.!............... .........................Will.YOU.be.the.Winner?......................... (10/1/2011)
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2012 Yearbooks on Sale! (9/20/2011)
Reserve your copy of the 2012 Yearbook for only $35.00 (CASH ONLY)
at the Student Store today. Don't forget to bring your $5.00 discount coupon that was mailed home this summer!
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Opening Day Bulletin - Fall 2011 (9/7/2011)
Information and instructions for opening day, Wednesday, September 7, 2011 are included in this bulletin.
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School Starts Sept. 7th! (7/7/2011)
Have a wonderful and safe summer vacation. Click on this story for information on the whooping cough booster that is required for all 7th and 8th graders, as well as a summer reading list.
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Yearbook Distribution (6/6/2011)
2011 Yearbooks will be distributed in the foyer of the auditorium during lunch from June 8th through June 17th. Please follow the schedule for your grade-level pickup. Those students who pre-ordered yearbooks before June 1, 2011 will get a RED writstband that entitles them to a free dress day on Tuesday, June 21, 2011.
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South Gate Middle School goes... Hollywood! (3/25/2011)
Don't miss out on this opportunity to own 112-pages of colorful South Gate Middle School memories. Quantities are limited so run to the Student Store to buy your 2011 yearbook for just $35.00 cash only. Hurry don't wait, get yours today and be invited to the signing party at the end of the year!
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Pentathlon Teams Win 36 Medals (5/29/2011)
Congratulations to the 2010-11 Pentathlon Teams for their outstanding performance in the Orange County Competition. We took a total of 36 medals in the competition. The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams were outstanding. Clarisa P. received a 1st place medal in literature, while Nelson N. recieved 2nd place medals in math and the Super Quiz Written! Gonzalo G. won a total of 5 medals. Way to go South Gate Vikings' Wicked Pentathlon Teams.
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The SGMS 2nd Annual Spelling Bee! (5/26/2011)
6th graders participated in this year's Spelling Bee! Contestants went through 5 rounds before the elimination began.The final contestants battled it out for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. The winners of this year's Spelling Bee Competition were awarded trophies. Arlette M.-1st Place, Gabriel G.-2nd Place, Rosa F.-3rd Place Congratulations to all candidates that participated. (May 26, 2011)
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INTEL International Science & Engineering Fair (5/13/2011)
6th grade magnet students participated in the ISEF Forensic Challenge at the Los Angeles Convention Center on May 12, 2011. Students read the murder mystery case background, visited the crime scene for clues, examined evidence, and began their work as CSIs to solve the case. Students also had the opportunity to visit the list of finalists in the project hall and exhibitors in the Expo hall to get additional clues about the case. The experience was both exciting and educational for all students!
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Civil War Living History Day (5/4/2011)
Over 500 8th graders visited out 13th annual Civil War Living History Day. Click on this story to learn more and link to the Drum Barracks Civil War Museum in Wilmington
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Vikings Present Technology Projects at Infotech 2011 (5/4/2011)
8th Graders from the TECH! SLC presented at the LAUSD 2011 Infotech at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Saturday, April 30th. Cynthia G., Cesar S., Luz V., and Juan M. demonstrated to parents, administrators, teachers and students attending the convention how to use class blogs for educational projects. This marks the 6th consecutive year that SGMS students have presented technology projects at Infotech.
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Mr. Lutz's Art students participated in Disneyland's Youth Education Series "Animation Magic" program, some on April 27th, some on April 28th. The program, through Disney's California Adventure Park, was led and taught by several Disney facilitators. Students discovered and learned about the history, creativity, and innovation of the animation process and how the vision of Walt Disney influenced the history of animation. In the Animation Academy, students had the opportunity to create kineographs, plan and design their own storyboards, and explored their own creativity. They also discussed, observed, and participated in character development, and saw how technology has greatly influenced animation today. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Is this the year you certify as a National Board Certified Teacher? (4/15/2011)
Click on this article for the link to a website where you can get more information about the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards certification. NBCTs are eligible for 15% annual stipend per the UTLA-LAUSD contract.
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.>......EVERY.DAY.THIS.WEEK.DURING.LUNCH......<. Tickets.On.Sale.In.the.Student.Store...DON'T.MISS.IT.! .....Glow-Sticks.Available...room.603 during.Nutrition.... (3/5/2011)
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......DANCING.WITH.THE.STUDENTS.GRAND.PRIZE.!.....
......................Will.YOU.be.the.Winner?...................... (3/29/2011)
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15th Annual Parent Summit and InfoTech/ 15a Reunion Cumbre Anual para los Padres de Familia y Tecnologia informatica (3/19/2011)
Saturday, April 30, 2011 8am-2pm (sabado, 30 de abril del 2011 de 8am-2pm)
Free admission. Lunch provided. (entrada gratuita, almuerzo proporcionado)
Los Angeles Convention Center
Transportation provided. Sign up at the school's Parent Center. (Transportacion proporcionada. Apuntese en el Centro de Padres 323-568-4027)
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Sharing Brings Hope March 22 to March 29, 2011 (3/15/2011)
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Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Vaccination Requirement (3/7/2011)
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Vaccination Requirement
All students entering 7th-12th grade are required to show proof of their pertussis vaccination before entering school next year. If you have any questions or are interested in receiving the vaccine for FREE at school, please inquire at the Health Office.
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Health Fair (3/7/2011)
Health Fair
Thursday, March 31st 8am-2pm
SGMS Administration lawn
Students and the community are welcome to get resources that will inform them about Healthy Habits for their life. Everyone is welcome to join in!
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............T...H...E......W...I...N...N...E...R...S...!............. .........THE.FINALISTS,.THE.RUNNERS-UP,.AND......... .........THE.2011."TGT".GRAND.PRIZE.WINNERS......... (10/31/2010)
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TECH! 8th Graders Go to Federal Court (1/28/2011)
8th Grade US History students were able to see the Constitution and Bill of Rights come to life as they visited Judge Philip S. Gutierrez of the US District Court for the Central District of California. Click on this story to learn more!
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History Scholar Visits SGMS Classroom (1/22/2011)
Professor James A. Mitchell from California State University, Northridege, spoke to the 8th grade history students from our TECH! SLC on Friday. Dr. Mitchell discussed how the ideas of liberty and equality from the Declaration of Independence related to our students' lives today, and also traced his own education from LAUSD schools in South Los Angeles to college degrees from Vassar College and Princeton, two top rated universities on the east coast.
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Schoo Site Council Meeting for 12-13-10 CANCELED/Junta de SSC para 12-13-15 CANCELADA (12/8/2010)
Election of 2 vacant seats in "Other" Category on 12-15-10.
Eleccion de 2 sillas vacante en la Categoria de "Otro" el 12-15-10
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...........T...O...N...I...G...H...T...!..........6:00pm....... (12/6/2010)
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Yearbooks on Sale NOW! (12/6/2010)
Yearbooks are currently on Sale for $30.00. They may be purchased at the Student Store during nutrition and lunch.
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LAUSD Special Education Parent Institute (12/6/2010)
Thursday, December 9, 2010
8:30am- 2:30pm
If you have questions please call Parent Unit (323) 278-3990
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Family Night at the Collge and Career Convention- LA Convention Center (12/6/2010)
Noche de Familia en la Convención de Colegio y Carreras- Centro de Convenciones de LA
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Magnet Choices Applications (11/29/2010)
Are you interested in applying to our South Gate Middle School Magnet Program or perhaps a Magnet High School? Applications are now available in our Magnet Office room 105. Deadline to apply for a Magnet School is DECEMBER 17, 2010 at 5:00 P.M.
For details and information please call us at (323) 568-4017
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After school Schoolwide Tutoring available in various location (11/18/2010)
Please download PDF for a list of locations.
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8th Grade Virtual Field Trip to Virginia Museum (11/11/2010)
TECH! 8th Graders participated in a virtual fleld trip to the Mariners' Museum in Newport News, Virginia, in order to learn about the transatlantic slave trade. Click on the story for more information and links to the museum.
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Homework Help! (11/4/2010)
Every Tuesday from 1:30-2:30 the school is offering help to all SGMS students in the library. So if you need help in any subject, please come to the library on the second floor of the main building.
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8th Graders Take "Virtual Field Trip" to Philadelphia (11/4/2010)
TECH! students visited the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia via a video webcast to learn more about the US Constitution. Click on the story to learn more.
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