End of the first week

Happy Friday, Sharks!

The year is off and running, which means Sutherland Matters is back! What an awesome start here at Sutherland! These first three days are always a source of anxiety for our younger students as they adjust to new faces, new spaces, new lockers, and a whole new routine. That said, it was a very smooth opening in all areas. Many of our students have gotten past the fear of learning their locker combinations. The school counselors had their New Student Lunches today, so hopefully even our newest Sharks are starting to feel a bit more at home here. There have been a lot of activities centered around building community this week, which has helped make this week feel very smooth.

Students have been working hard on computer lessons, preparing to take machines home for next week. Next week, we will also set a meeting with one member from each homeroom to start setting our school rules for the year. Some teachers begin their MAP tests next week, so I suspect next week will feel like the first real week of school. That said, I also bet your kiddos are tired after just these first 3 days as they adjust to their normal schedule.

We look forward to working with you all this year. We have a lot of great things planned for your students as we move into the year. Have an outstanding weekend and see you all soon!

Next Week @ SMS:

Monday, August 28^th: Teal Day
8:00 AM: Jazz Band information meeting in E-8

Tuesday, August 29^th: Black Day

Wednesday, August 30^th: Teal Day

Thursday, August 31^st: Black Day
3:45 PM: July and August Birthday celebration

Friday, September 1^st: Teal Day