SUMMIT UP NEWS: February 2016

Friday, February 26, 2016

Summit Student to compete in the State Level Competion of National Geographic Bee

Aileen Flothmann-Vargas, 7th Grade student, has qualified to compete in the state level competition of the National Geographic Bee on April 1st at the Brookland Baptist Conference Center. Way to go, Aileen!

Aileen is congratulated by Mr. Barbone, Principal

2016 Black History Month Assembly

On Thursday, February 25, 2016, Summit Parkway Middle held its annual Black History Month Assembly. This year's guest speaker was Alex English, Retired NBA basketball player. Mr. English told the students about his life growing up in downtown Columbia. He encouraged them to find their local heroes. We also enjoyed amazing performances from our String Explosion, Summit Singers, and some of our 7th Grade Open-Mic Participants. Following the assembly, our Athletic Department hosted a reception for Mr. English.

Friday, February 19, 2016

SPM Pride Week Activities

This week gives students, faculty and staff the opportunity to celebrate multiculturalism and promote P.R.I.D.E at Summit Parkway Middle School!

Monday, February 22, 2016

Pride in Country

Show pride in your country!

Wear red, white, and blue.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Pride in Heritage

Show pride in your culture and ethnicity by wearing a costume, outfit, or t-shirt

that represents a part of your heritage.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Pride in School

Show your Eagle Pride by wearing school colors to show how proud

you are to be a Summit Eagle!

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Pride in Self

Take pride in your appearance!

Dress for success!

Black History Month Assembly- 8:00 am

Friday, February 26, 2016

Pride in Future

Take pride in your future and dress for your future career!

Open Mic Night, Books-A-Million (Sandhills)-6:00 pm

Note: Please adhere to the school dress code during PRIDE week.

Around The Nest...

2nd Book Fair

Feb 22 – 29, 2016

Mrs. Jennifer Lanier, our Media Specialist, is coordinating this. Her phone number is 803-699-3580, ext. 3430.

SPM Spring Fund Raiser

Thu, February 18, 12am – Fri, March 4, 12am

Donate Pre-K to 2nd grade books to R2 Ready to Read

Feb 8 – May 2, 2016

Media Center

Richland Two will be collecting NEW and GENTLY USED books appropriate for Pre-K to second grade reading levels. Books donated to R2 Ready To Read will be distributed to the following elementary schools and day cares that feed into these schools. Bridge Creek - Catawba Trail - Conder - Forest Lake - Joseph Keels - Killian - Lonnie B. Nelson - North Springs - Polo Road - Pontiac - Rice Creek - Sandlapper - Windsor Book bins will be placed in our Media Center for collection.

Eagle Memories.....

Jan 11 – Apr 8, 2016

Its that time of year again...2015-16 Yearbook orders. Yearbooks cost is $22.50. A digital name plate is $2.50 extra Students should give the yearbook order money to their home room teacher. The home room teacher will complete an order form and submit it to Mr. Glover. For additional details, contact Mr. Talbert Glover by e-mail at: taglover@richland2.org

Getting Ready For High School............

The SPMS Counseling Department would like to announce the 2016 High School Registration schedule. Mrs. Vogt, 8th Grade School Counselor, will be providing information closer to the date of registration.

School	Dates
Spring Valley HS	4/11 & 4/12/2016
Westwood HS	4/13/2016 (AM only)
Blythewood HS	4/18/2016 (AM only)
Richland Northeast HS	4/18/2016 (AM only)
Ridge View HS	4/19 & 4/20/2016

Monday, February 15, 2016

SPMS Boys Basketball Team Win the Metro City Classic for the 3rd Year in a Row

Congratulations to the SPMS Boys Basketball team. On Saturday, February 13th, they won the Metro City Classic for the third year in a row. Congratulations to 8th Grader Maddux Harrell, who received All Tournament and Most Valuable Player honors.

We want to recognize the coaches, players, cheerleaders, parents, students and staff for the outstanding dedication and support to our program.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Changes in GEAR UPAfter School Tutoring

Due to lack of participation, we will only be holding GEAR UP after school tutoring on Wednesday's for the remainder of the year.

Please check the GEAR UP Website for all changes and updates.

https://sites.google.com/a/richland2.org/gear-up-for-college-at-summit-parkway-middle/

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Summit Parkway Orchestra performed ay SCMEA Convention

On Friday, February 5, the Summit Parkway Orchestra, under the direction of Pam Speas, performed at the South Carolina Music Educators Association Conference held in Columbia, SC. The 7th and 8th grade students worked hard to prepare for this prestigious opportunity. Great job, Eagles!