PRINCIPAL MESSAGES & NEWSLETTERS / Principal's Message October 2022-December 2022

Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Wednesday, December 21, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

No School December 22, 2022 - January 4, 2023

Winter Break

The 1st Semester will end on Wednesday, January 11th. Report cards will be published to the Focus Portal by the end of the school day on Tuesday, January 17th.

Class Rotations Change Jan 5: Thursday, Jan. 5 (the day we get back from break), the school day will start with 6th period, lunch is 2nd period, and we end with 5th period. Here’s our Calendar Rotation for 2022-2023: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLUzwKrUryVnhAKyj4t6FlnodL4jej2R/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104507546878430386513&rtpof=true&sd=true

In a Few Weeks at a Glance:

Mon: No School
Tues: No School
Wed: No School
Thurs: Normal Day
Fri: Dismissal 4:15pm (Hurricane Ian Make-Up Day)

Brevard Public Schools’ Middle School Promotion Requirements: It is important that families receive an annual reminder of Promotion Requirements. Below is the policy and a link to the “Brevard County Middle School Grade Level Assignment Procedures” for more information.

1008.25 Public school student progression; student support; coordinated screening and progress monitoring; reporting requirements.—

(1) INTENT.—It is the intent of the Legislature that each student’s progression from one grade to another be determined, in part, upon satisfactory performance in English Language Arts, social studies, science, and mathematics; that district school board policies facilitate student achievement; that each student and his or her parent be informed of that student’s academic progress; and that students have access to educational options that provide academically challenging coursework or accelerated instruction pursuant to s. 1002.3105.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xXX9RGdCS0xsIPmmp5oTQnUVXv1mAio5/view?usp=sharing

Scottie Story: In this episode of A Scottie Story, we learn about Anna, a DeLaura student who came from the Ukraine. https://youtu.be/FjKplT_fKHk

Winter Chorus Concert: On December 15, 2022, DeLaura Middle School's chorus groups performed for families at Satellite High School. https://youtu.be/lrcUdwajn_c

Revitalization Update: Thanks to you and Kendra Scott, we raised over $1200 for our jewelry sales (I hope my wife likes what I got her :). This money will help buy palm trees that will go inside our large open hallways. Can’t wait to show you pictures. We will continue to put your donations to work to improve our campus. We are taking donations throughout the school year. Checks can be dropped off in our front office made out to DeLaura Middle School PTO or donate online, either via a one-time payment or monthly payments. https://bit.ly/3CH2Kwd

Scottie News: We have a student newspaper. If you would like to see last edition, you can click this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wSd5QfkP3ddaUsy15T-H15d_iu1b_DRa/view

Happy Holidays from DeLaura Middle School

From our DeLaura Family to yours, we wish you a happy holidays and a happy new year! Check out our special happy holidays video if you haven’t seen it…https://youtu.be/zhx305Q-76A

Scott Corso

Principal

DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, December 16, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

No School December 22, 2022 - January 4, 2023

Winter Break

The 1st Semester will end on Wednesday, January 11th. Report cards will be published to the Focus Portal by the end of the school day on Tuesday, January 17th.

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Dismissal 3pm - Exams
Tues: Dismissal 3pm - Exams
Wed: Dismissal 3pm - Exams
Thurs: No School
Fri: No School

Hurricane MakeUp Days: The February 20, 2023 Professional Development day will now be a normal school day for students and teachers. The April 24, 2023 teacher/student holiday will also be converted to a normal school day. These changes ensure enough instructional minutes for the second semester for our secondary schools.

DeLaura Positive Messages:Mrs. Baffa, DeLaura's 8th grade counselor, shares a message of kindness. She thanks our community for all the generosity they have shown others during this holiday season. https://youtu.be/BLdvS8nCceM

Thank you Kind Scotties!

Pizza Hut Night in Jan: Mark your calendars. DMS will be having a Satellite Beach Pizza Hut Gives Back 1 night a month (first Thursday of the Month Dec-May). Thursday, Jan. 5 is our next one. 20% of proceeds will be donated to DeLaura. Here’s the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M5_FTyJLQJ9H-7PZFbTavrK3ls96Mc30/view?usp=sharing

Valderrama Orthodontics Back to School Program: Looking for an amazing smile? Get the smile you will be proud of at Valderrama Orthodontics. When you start braces or Invisalign® during the 2022/2023 school year, Valderrama Orthodontics will give you 5% off of braces or Invisalign and will donate $100 to DeLaura Middle School. “How it Works”...

1. Make an appointment for your complimentary exam by calling: (321) 425-5050.

2. Let our Front Desk know that you would like to participate in the Back to School Program.

3. Tell us that you attend DeLaura, and we will take care of the rest.

We have Valderrama Orthodontics flyers in our front office if you would like one.

Congrats DeLaura Future Educators of America: Our FEA did amazing at the Group Competition Wild About Teaching Display Board -1st place, Lesson plan Alexandra B - 1st place , Speech Karen H - 1st place. Way to go #HardWorkingScotties!

1st Semester Exams: Exams started today 12/16 (1 exam), and will continue 12/19-12/21 (2 exams each day, early dismissal at 3pm) at DeLaura. Students who are unable to take their final exam on the scheduled day will need to make arrangements with their teacher to take it when we return from Winter Break. There will be no early exams. Checkouts during exams will not be permitted (unless previously arranged - ie Dr Appointment). This is to ensure a positive testing environment.

December Testing schedule:

Friday, December 16^th

9:30 – 11:27 5^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 6^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 1:24 7^th Period

1:27 – 1:48 1^st Period

1:51 – 2:11 2^nd Period

2:14 – 2:35 3^rd Period

2:38 – 3:00 4^th Period

Monday, December 19^th

9:30 – 11:27 6^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 7^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 7^th Period Exam

Tuesday, December 20^th

9:30 – 11:27 1^st Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 2^nd Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1: 00

1:03 – 3:00 2^nd Period Exam

Wednesday, December 21^st

9:30 – 11:27 3^rd Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 4^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 4^th Period Exam

Community Credit Union: We are very pleased to introduce $chool Buck$, a school fundraiser offered by Community Credit Union of Florida. All you have to do is take a moment to register your CCU Credit or Debit card using the simple, secure form on the web or conveniently in the mobile app, and CCU will make a $5 cash donation to our school for each card registered. Be sure to select our school from the drop-down menu available in the form. If you have more than one CCU credit or debit card in your household, each with its own 16-digit card number, you can register them all and CCU will make a donation for each card you registered. You can read more about the program here and use the form available on the web page.

Youth Truth Survey: Student voice is very important. Each year, BPS students have the opportunity to give very important feedback about their experience at their schools and in their classrooms. This is called the Youth Truth Survey. DeLaura will be administering the Youth Truth survey in January in MATH classes (Thanks Math Team!). More information will be coming soon.

Satellite High School EPO Brochure & Open House: Please see the link below for information about Satellite High School’s Open House.

22-23 EPO Opportunities Brochure Single Page.pdf

Event: EPO/SAFA Open House

Date: 12/20/2022

Time: 6 pm - 8 pm

Location: Satellite High School Auditorium

The 2nd Annual HBCU Information Session and Fair: Please join Brevard Public Schools for an information session and fair that highlights Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), with an observance of Black History Month.

Date: Thursday, February 9, 2023

Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Location: Viera High School, Cafeteria/Auditorium

https://www.brevardschools.org/Page/19678

State Assessments in January: Earlier this week, we sent information on The Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST). It is a progress monitoring tool that will be administered three times per year to track your student’s progress in learning the Benchmarks of Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards throughout this school year. All students participated in PM1 in August. This letter is to inform you that your student will participate in the 2nd administration (PM2) of testing when we return in January. Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Reading assessment will be given on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. to all students. The Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Math assessment (students enrolled in Math 7 and Math 8) and the MAPS assessment (students enrolled in Algebra and Geometry) will be given on Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. to all students.

For more information on the test design, please visit https://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-student-assessment/best/ .

If you have any questions related to this test administration, you may contact Candace Terry, Testing Coordinator at terry.candacem@brevardschools.org .

Thank you for your support,

Scott Corso

Principal

DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, December 9, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

Orchestra Concert: Tuesday Dec. 13

Chorus Concert: Thursday, Dec. 15

Both at 7pm Satellite High School Auditorium

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day + Orchestra Concert at 7:00 at SHS
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day + Chorus Concert at 7:00 pm at SHS + SAC meeting
Fri: Dismissal 3pm

Hurricane Ian Makeup Day Friday, January 6, 2023 - Dismiss 4:15
Future makeup days for Hurricane Nicole will be shared soon

Surfin Turtle Fundraiser: We have an Orchestra Concert on Tuesday, Dec. 13 and a Chorus Concert Thursday, Dec. 15. Before or after the events, visit Surfin Turtle and they’ll give 10% back to DeLaura Middle School! 1210 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach, FL 32937

Surfin Turtle gives back to DeLaura Educators: Go to Surfin Turtle in Satellite Beach, and they’ll give you a 10% discount for being a Delaura Educator!

Spirit Week: NJHS is organizing a Spirit Week for next week. Here are the spirit days:

Monday Ugly Sweater Day
Tuesday crazy sock day
Wednesday PJ day
Thursday favorite holiday song/movie character day
Friday holiday headwear day

All attire must adhere to our school dress code.

A Scottie Story: In this episode of A Scottie Story, we learn about Noah and Trey who play football for a local youth organization: https://youtu.be/tdB9zNdY3h4

Wish Tree: The Holiday season is among us, and we want to be able to provide a nice holiday for some of our families here at DeLaura. In the front office there is a wish tree. The tree has ornaments on it with items that students would like to receive or clothing they could use. Please consider taking an ornament or two and purchasing a gift for one of our students. Also, please do not feel like you must give, if you can that would be wonderful. The gift suggestions vary in price. The due date for all gifts is Dec. 14th. Thank you for your time and consideration on this matter.

Holiday Toy Drive: Please donate new, unwrapped toys. Dec. 1st-16th. Bring them to Mr. Skinner’s room (323) or the front office. Thank you!

Canned Food Drive - a Success! Thank you so much for such GREAT PARTICIPATION for the DeLaura Student Government's Canned Food Drive for Second Harvest Food Bank and the South Brevard Sharing Center. DeLaura donated more than 1,000 CANS to these very worthwhile organizations! Our winning classroom was Ms. Hero's 4^th period class. Way to go #KindScotties!

1st Semester Exams: Exams will be Friday 12/16 (1 exam), 12/19-12/21 (2 exams each day, early dismissal at 3pm) at DeLaura. Students who are unable to take their final exam on the scheduled day will need to make arrangements with their teacher to take it when we return from Winter Break. There will be no early exams. Checkouts during exams will not be permitted (unless previously arranged - ie Dr Appointment). This is to ensure a positive testing environment.

December Testing schedule:

Friday, December 16^th

9:30 – 11:27 5^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 6^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 1:24 7^th Period

1:27 – 1:48 1^st Period

1:51 – 2:11 2^nd Period

2:14 – 2:35 3^rd Period

2:38 – 3:00 4^th Period

Monday, December 19^th

9:30 – 11:27 6^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 7^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 7^th Period Exam

Tuesday, December 20^th

9:30 – 11:27 1^st Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 2^nd Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1: 00

1:03 – 3:00 2^nd Period Exam

Wednesday, December 21^st

9:30 – 11:27 3^rd Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 4^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 4^th Period Exam

Satellite Beach Recreation: Satellite Beach Recreation offers different programs we offer from toddlers to senior as well as a fun list of activities that families can take part in. This season (January-May) has classes like yoga, adults exercise, kids cooking classes, sports teams, dance classes, hula classes, art classes for adults, tennis classes, skate dayz, open gym time, classes geared for homeschool kids, spring break camps and so much more! See here for details:

https://www.satellitebeach.org/departments/recreation_department/index.php

Thank you for your support,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, December 2, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

DeLaura Middle School is proud to present our 2022-2023 Paw Print. The Paw Print is an annual document published by DeLaura Middle School (this is our first one!). The purpose of the DeLaura Middle School Paw Print is to inform our community about our core efforts and systems, our future plans and what we aspire to be. This Paw Print is a living document that will continue to evolve year after year. Take a look and find out more about DeLaura Middle School.

You can find our Paw Print on our website here:

https://www.brevardschools.org/domain/11785

Thank you Families and Local Businesses for helping our Revitalization Project. Over Thanksgiving Break, we had some new vinyl window covers installed that look great, along with some new signage. One sign says it all… "We’re glad YOU are here."

Revitalization Donations: We will continue to put your donations to work to improve our campus. We are taking donations throughout the school year. Checks can be dropped off in our front office made out to DeLaura Middle School PTO or donate online, either via a one-time payment or monthly payments. https://bit.ly/3CH2Kwd

Class Rotations Change Dec 5: Monday, Dec. 5 the school day will start with 5th period, lunch is 1st period, and we end with 4th period. We start new rotations the 1st Monday of each month. Here’s our Calendar Rotation for 2022-2023: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLUzwKrUryVnhAKyj4t6FlnodL4jej2R/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104507546878430386513&rtpof=true&sd=true

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day
Fri: Dismissal 3pm

Hurricane Ian Makeup Day Friday, January 6, 2023 - Dismiss 4:15
Future makeup days for Hurricane Nicole will be shared soon.

Band Concert - Dec. 7 at 7pm Satellite High School Auditorium

A Scottie Story: In this episode of A Scottie Story, we learn about two DeLaura students who are also amazing musicians. https://youtu.be/U1qCL55LMFU

Friday, December 16^th

9:30 – 11:27 5^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 6^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 1:24 7^th Period

1:27 – 1:48 1^st Period

1:51 – 2:11 2^nd Period

2:14 – 2:35 3^rd Period

2:38 – 3:00 4^th Period

Monday, December 19^th

9:30 – 11:27 6^th Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 7^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 7^th Period Exam

Tuesday, December 20^th

9:30 – 11:27 1^st Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 2^nd Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1: 00

1:03 – 3:00 2^nd Period Exam

Wednesday, December 21^st

9:30 – 11:27 3^rd Period Exam

11:30 – 1:00 4^th Period and Lunch

Lunch 1 11:30 – 12:00

Lunch 2 12:00 – 12:30

Lunch 3 12:30 – 1:00

1:03 – 3:00 4^th Period Exam

NJHS/BETA Club Meeting: Wednesday, Dec. 7, 8:45 in the cafeteria.

Holiday Toy Drive: Please donate new, unwrapped toys. Dec. 1st-16th. Bring them to Mr. Skinner’s room (323) or the front office. Thank you #KindScotties!

8th Grade Field Trip to the Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex:

All 8th Graders will attend a field trip to the Moore Cultural Complex in Mims, FL. 8th grade students will go with their History teachers during the following days:

Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - Herosian & 8th grade students who have Krueger and Baldwin for Social Studies.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 - Jenkins & 8th grade students who have Tippey for Social Studies.

Thursday, February 2, 2023 - Skinner & Austin.

Permission forms will come home with students on Monday, November 14th. These forms need to be signed and returned to your student’s History teacher by December 1st. Students will leave campus shortly after arriving to school, and will return after lunch. Students will either need to bring their lunch or complete a lunch pre-ordering form with our cafeteria. This form will be provided with permission forms. Chaperones are needed for all field trip dates. Please contact Laura Barna at barna.laura@brevardschools.org if you are a registered volunteer and would like to attend. Families can find more information on the Moore field trip at www.HarryHarrietteMoore.org

We appreciate your support,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, Nov. 18, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

No School Nov. 21-25 - Thanksgiving Break

We are so excited to share with you our revised Mission and Vision Statements. These statements received the most support from educators and families. Thank you for your help with this process.

DeLaura’s mission is to educate students while meeting their individual needs in a safe and welcoming environment that fosters kindness, respect, honesty, and a strong work ethic.

DeLaura's vision is to empower students to achieve their full potential.

Congratulations again to the 2022 County Champion DeLaura Girls Basketball Team, our coaches and our fans for an undefeated 16-0 season. Check out the celebration: https://youtu.be/VmaEtWBpiRY

DMS Kendra Scott Gives Back Event: Shark Tank’s Kendra Scott is teaming up with DeLaura Middle School. Kendra’s jewelry company offered us a Gives Back Event. TOMORROW and SATURDAY only, shop at this link www.kendrascott.com/?affiliate=anne

Or use this QR code

Enter the Code: GIVEBACK-DBDFU and 20% will go back to DeLaura Middle School. Purchases must be made TODAY Friday, Nov. 18 or Saturday, Nov. 19 in order for proceeds to support the DeLaura Revitalization Project. Thank you for your support!

Next, Next Week at a Glance:

11/28 Mon: Normal Day
11/29 Tues: Normal Day
11/30 Wed: Normal Day
12/1 Thurs: Normal Day
12/2 Fri: Dismissal 4:15pm - Hurricane Ian MakeUp Day

Friday, January 6, 2023
Future makeup days for Hurricane Nicole will be shared soon.

Bathroom Concern: We have had multiple issues with student behavior in bathrooms. We are working on many solutions to ensure our bathrooms are safe. Below is a message I said to all students on Wednesday…I love DeLaura. And the number #1 reason is...our students. I am proud of the fact that I work really hard for you. I would do anything for you. I want this to be the best school it can be. However, I am very disappointed. I am disappointed in our bathroom situation. This year, there has been a lot of disturbing behavior in our bathrooms. We have had vandalism, graffiti in our bathrooms and some students have made others feel uncomfortable and even intimidated in a bathroom. This is unacceptable. Having a clean, safe bathroom is a right each and every person should have on this campus. Writing hateful message is unacceptable. I need your help. Students will not be allowed to go to the bathroom in the first 10 minutes and the last 10 minutes of a class. We may have to close some bathrooms if problems continue. If you see something, say something. Report issues happening in the bathroom or anywhere on campus. You can report to the dean’s office. Your name is not shared with anyone. Together, we can make DeLaura safer and cleaner. A better school starts with each one of us.

DeLaura Pizza Hut Nights: Mark your calendars. DMS will be having a Satellite Beach Pizza Hut Gives Back 1 night a month (first Thursday of the Month Dec-May). 20% of proceeds will be donated to DeLaura. More info coming soon.

Positive Message: This week, Mr. Corso shares why he is so thankful to be your principal: https://youtu.be/5nVZIWug6Iw

A Scottie's Story: In this episode of A Scottie Story, we learn about one of our 7th graders Kiersten Denzel who has many talents https://youtu.be/2XfPykZU-jk

Holiday Gift Tree In the front office is a gift tree. There are many ornaments on the tree filled with wish list items for DeLaura students and families in need. Please stop by and take an ornament. The unwrapped item and ornament would need to be returned to DeLaura Middle School by Dec. 14th. If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Baffa, school counselor in the guidance office.

All State Band and Orchestra: Congrats to all those students who qualified All State band and Orchestra in January! Way to go All-Star Scotties, Mr. Carr and Ms. Lohman.

Pep Rally: The Student and Teacher Recognition Team has organized an End of the Semester Celebration event called a "Pep Rally." The Pep Rally will be during the school day Friday, December 9 . Students failing one or more classes at the 1st Quarter Report Card or the 2nd Quarter Interim Report will have a study hall instead of attending the rally.

8th Grade Field Trip to the Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex:

All 8th Graders will attend a field trip to the Moore Cultural Complex in Mims, FL. 8th grade students will go with their History teachers during the following days:

Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - Herosian & 8th grade students who have Krueger and Baldwin for Social Studies.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 - Jenkins & 8th grade students who have Tippey for Social Studies.

Thursday, February 2, 2023 - Skinner & Austin.

Free Eye Exams: Florida Heiken will be providing free eye exams or vouchers to all families that apply on any internet enabled device. Eligible families may qualify for free glasses. This service is for students in grades Pre-K through 12. Exams will be scheduled during the months of January and February. Sites with the highest participation/need will be priority sites. Multiple sites may be able to be served each day. Applications are due by December 1, 2022. Go to www.floridaheiken.org for more information.

National Veterans and Military Families Month: Every November, the Defense Department and the military community celebrates military families and transitioning veterans during National Veterans and Military Families Month. Find out more about important resources at this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gs2xO_ngC9Z7i0MsNHzjfdie9yRdG2cN/view?usp=sharing

Poetry Contest: Yearbook will be hosting a poetry contest to highlight the work of our creative Scotties! Themes include all of the seasons, school, music, sports, and our yearbook title, "Making Waves". Poems can be submitted on the 7th or 8th grade digital homerooms on Google Classroom. Please email Mx. Stanley stanley.rebecca@brevardschools.org if you have any questions.

Canned Food Drive: The Student Government has started a Canned Food Drive for the Second Harvest Food Bank. 4^th period classes are collecting cans and the 1st place class will be rewarded. If it is super successful, we are in the position to offer 2^nd and 3^rd place also! Thank you for your consideration!

Yearbooks: Yearbooks are currently available for $55 until January 27th! This is the final opportunity to purchase a yearbook! Go to www.jostens.com and enter “DeLaura Middle School” to order.

Speak Up Survey: Between November 7th and the 28th the Speak Up survey will be open. It plays a huge role in developing our strategy and it is critical in acquiring and maintaining funding for ET. https://Speakup.Tomorrow.org/D/CPTH

Parent Academy: The next session of Parent Academy is scheduled for Thursday, December 1st from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Doors open at 5:00 pm. The topic is "Parents and Educators Partnering on Student Behavior." The main meeting site will be in the School Board meeting room with four schools acting as satellite sights. All families are invited and welcomed to attend.

Mims Elementary
Discovery Elementary
Lewis Carroll Elementary
Creel Elementary

So thankful to be your principal,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Monday, Nov. 14, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

DeLaura hopes your family was safe during this last storm. If there is anything our school can do to help your family, please reach out to our front office.

This Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day
Fri: Dismissal 4:15pm - Hurricane Ian MakeUp Day

Friday, December 2, 2022 & Friday, January 6, 2023
Future makeup days for Hurricane Nicole will be shared soon.

No School Nov. 21-25 - Thanksgiving Break

Interim Grades: The Interim grading period will end on Tuesday, November 15th. Parent directions for viewing Interim grades are located here: https://goo.gl/uehfV1 We plan to have a student rally during school in December. Students failing one or more classes at the Interim Report will have a study hall instead of attending the rally.

New DeLaura Mission/Vision Statements: Thank you to all those families who have given their input.If you have not already done so, please give us your feedback for the mission and vision statements you feel best represent DeLaura Middle School by tomorrow: https://forms.gle/LuMQQgqpBRbGbwRY8

Athletics Update: Our Girls Basketball Team takes on Madison at 6pm Tuesday at Palm Bay HS in the County Championship. Brevard Sports Network will be streaming the game. https://brevardsportsnetwork.com/ Go Scotties!

Intramural Soccer is on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8-9am in the field behind the gym. Students need to have a completed physical packet turned in to participate.

All State Chorus: Congrats to all those students who qualified All State Chorus in January! Way to go All-Star Scotties and Ms. Benincasa.

8th Grade Field Trip to the Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex:

All 8th Graders will attend a field trip to the Moore Cultural Complex in Mims, FL. 8th grade students will go with their History teachers during the following days:

Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - Herosian & 8th grade students who have Krueger and Baldwin for Social Studies.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 - Jenkins & 8th grade students who have Tippey for Social Studies.

Thursday, February 2, 2023 - Skinner & Austin.

Project Tomorrow Speak Up Survey: The Speak Up Research Project is a national research project that assists education leaders in including the voices of students, faculty, parents, and the community in annual and long-term planning regarding the use of technology for learning. These results are shared with local, state, and national policymakers and utilized to make strategic decisions about technology purchases and instructional technology integration within BPS.

This year, the Speak Up survey will be open from November 7 to November 28, 2022, for student, parent, and faculty participation. The link will be published to the Focus Portal for all teachers, parents, and students. The survey can be accessed here https://speakup.tomorrow.org/D/CPTH

All my best,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

This week’s Family Communication is very short. The most important things to worry about right now are your family and your home. Please make sure you are safe. I will send a special message when we get back.

All Brevard Public Schools and District offices will be closed beginning Wednesday morning November 9th through Thursday, November 10th due to Tropical Storm Nicole. BPS is already closed Friday, November 11^th for Veterans Day.

Updates will be posted on the district website and social media platforms. Please make a note that Thanksgiving Week will not be impacted by the need to make up two days of school; those makeup days will be announced at a future date.

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day
Fri: Dismissal 4:15pm - Hurricane Ian MakeUp Day

Friday, December 2, 2022 & Friday, January 6, 2023
Future makeup days for Hurricane Nicole will be shared soon.

No School Nov. 21-25 - Thanksgiving Break

Positive Message: This week, Mr. Corso reminds students why we have no school on November 11, Veterans Day, and he thanks DeLaura families who have proudly served our country's armed forces. https://youtu.be/6JAncyMQlrg

Take care!

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, Nov. 4, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

Class Rotations Start Monday!: Monday, Nov. 7 the school day will start with 4th period, lunch is 7th period, and we end with 3rd period. We start new rotations the 1st Monday of each month. Here’s our Calendar Rotation for 2022-2023: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLUzwKrUryVnhAKyj4t6FlnodL4jej2R/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104507546878430386513&rtpof=true&sd=true

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day
Fri: NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day

No School Friday, Nov. 11 - Veterans Day

Just a reminder that all BPS schools will be closed the week of Thanksgiving, Nov 21-25

A Scottie's Story: In this episode, we learn about Mr. Bonar, one of our elective teachers. https://youtu.be/whEJll-OxBQ

Water Bottles: DMS has multiple water bottle refilling stations on campus. Students are encouraged to bring their own water bottle to refill during the school day. We will not always have paper cups on hand for students. Please remember to bring your water bottle.

DeLaura Tutoring: DeLaura offers before and after school tutoring for each academic subject. Please see our tutoring flyer on our website for specific times and dates.

There are also tutoring opportunities for our military families. More information can be found at www.tutor.com/military

From Guidance: The Holiday Season is fast approaching! This is an exciting time but also can be a time of struggle for many families. DeLaura Middle School has partnered with multiple community organizations in order to lessen any burden on our Scottie families this year. If you believe that obtaining Holiday meals or gifts for your loved ones this year will be a hardship for you, please reach out to our Guidance Department. We will be happy to ensure that you and your loved ones have everything that is needed to make the Holidays special. Mrs. Fink and Mrs. Baffa are here for you! To reach the Guidance Department please call 321-733-7581 then press 2 for Guidance. Thank-you!

Athletics: Our Girls Basketball Team beat Southwest Middle School Tuesday night in the Quarterfinals of the Brevard County Middle School Tournament. Last night, in the semifinals they beat Stone Middle School to advance to the County Championship which will be held at Palm Bay High School at 6pm.

Congratulations to the Boys Basketball Team. They had one of their most successful seasons finishing 9-4. They lost a tough game at Central Middle school on Tuesday in the first round of the Brevard Middle School Playoffs. The teamwork and chemistry showed. Congratulations to Coach Frankenfield and all the players on a successful season!!! We are proud of you!!

Congratulations to the Cheerleading Team and Mascot Team. These teams did a fantastic job cheering on the basketball teams, as well as building excitement in the stands to help cheer on our teams. Both teams performed at both boys and girls games each night. Congratulations Mrs. Fromson, Mrs. Calderone, cheerleaders and mascots on the OUTSTANDING JOB!!

Soccer starts on Monday, November 7. Practices will be on Monday and Wednesdays from 8 am to 9 am through December 7. (There will be no practices the week of Thanksgiving.) All students must have completed a physical packet to participate. Students should use the gate entrance off Jackson on the west side of the basketball court to enter the fields behind the gym. Cleats are not allowed. Players should bring water. Coach Skinner and Coach Rodriguez are excited for the inaugural intramural soccer season.

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Have a wonderful weekend,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, Oct. 28, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

Hurricane Ian Make Up Schedule

This coming Tuesday, our Front Office will open at 9am. All educators will be in an important staff meeting until then. Thank you for your understanding.

Monday - No Costumes, No Masks at School. We did a Spirit Week last week where students dressed up. Please make sure students don’t wear masks and costumes on Monday and follow the dress code each day.

Basketball Playoffs Start Next Week! The 1^st and 2^nd round games will be played Tuesday, November 1 and Thursday, November 3, 2022. The championship game will be played November 10 at Palm Bay High School.

Delaura Girls: Host Southwest Middle School at 6:00 p.m on Tuesday, November 1

DeLaura Boys: Play at Cocoa Jr. Senior High School at 6:00 p.m on Tuesday, November 1.

Boys Bracket (Higher seed is home 1^st and 2^nd Round)

1 Stone		2 Kennedy
8 Edgewood		7 Johnson
	Championship
4 Central	At Palm Bay HS	3 Cocoa
5 Madison		6 DeLaura

Girls Bracket (Higher seed is home 1^st and 2^nd round)

1 DeLaura		2 Jackson
8 Southwest		7 Hoover
	Championship
4 Stone	At Palm Bay HS	3 Jefferson
5 Kennedy		6 Madison

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day + Halloween
Tues: Normal Day + Girls Basketball playoff game home vs Southwest at 6:00 p.m., boys at Cocoa Jr. Sr. High School at 6:00 p.m.
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day + Playoffs TBD
Fri: NO EARLY RELEASE - School ends at 4:15pm

A Scottie's Story: In this episode, we learn about 8th grade cheerleader Gabby M. https://youtu.be/5UoAn6-AAGs

Positive Message of the Week: In this special message, Mr. Corso shares a message about basketball and hard work: https://youtu.be/9Lq2kyLmj7k

NJHS/BETA Club Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 8:45 in the Cafeteria!

DeLaura Tutoring: DeLaura offers before and after school tutoring for each academic subject. Please see our tutoring flyer on our website for specific times and dates.

There are also tutoring opportunities for our military families. More information can be found at www.tutor.com/military

Orchestra Concert: In case you missed our orchestra concert this week, here’s a highlight: https://youtu.be/nDVpaidp1G0

Special National Anthem Performance: DeLaura 8th Grader Liam D performs the National Anthem on the trumpet before our Oct. 25, 2022 Home basketball game: https://youtu.be/hUGVsm-ydk4

Class Rotations Change Nov 7: Monday, Nov. 7 the school day will start with 4th period, lunch is 7th period, and we end with 3rd period. We start new rotations the 1st Monday of each month. Here’s our Calendar Rotation for 2022-2023: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLUzwKrUryVnhAKyj4t6FlnodL4jej2R/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104507546878430386513&rtpof=true&sd=true

Candy Grams: This week, our PTO planned to sell Candy Grams where students could send a friend a note and a piece of candy. BPS has informed us we are not allowed to sell candy on campus at any point in time in the school day. Some of our students were upset, which I understand. Our PTO will adapt and find a new way to do something similar without candy.

DeLaura Athletics:

Congratulations to our fall sports teams as we wrap up the end of the season. Our girls are the #1 seed, going undefeated in the regular season! Our boys finished 9-4. Both teams will be heading to the playoffs next week. Both teams will play on Tuesday, November 1. Girls will play against Southwest Middle School at home at 6:00 p.m. The boys team will travel to Cocoa Jr. Sr. High and play at 6:00 p.m. Come support the Scotties in their post season run!!

DeLaura Intramural Soccer program at DeLaura will start on Monday, November 7 through December 7. The program will run on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8:00-9:00 am. Only DeLaura students will participate and play against each other. Skills will be emphasized and students will have a chance to play intrasquad scrimmages.

Students should get dropped off in the front of the school near the bus loop. Students will use the sidewalk on Jackson Street to walk to an open gate near the basketball courts that will lead them to the fields behind the gym. Students should bring water. Players will wear tennis shoes. Cleats are NOT allowed. Shin guards are optional. Students will be allowed into the locker rooms AFTER soccer practice. Students should bring water bottles to the work outs.

Students must have a completed Athletic Participation Packet to participate. This must be turned in to participate. You may turn it into the Front Office or Guidance.

Please see Mrs. Terry terry.candacem@brevardschools.org, Mr. Skinner at skinner.jeff@brevardschools.org, or Ms. Rodriguez at rodriguez.carina@brevardschools.org for more information.

Middle School Stakeholder Feedback: We had a nice group attend our Monday Middle School Reimagine meeting. It’s not too late to give your feedback. Check out the video below and the link to give additional feedback:

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IRBYC-8NBU

Website with Link for Feedback: https://sites.google.com/share.brevardschools.org/middle-school-task-force/home

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Meet DeLaura Middle School’s MFLC! The Military Family Life Counseling Program provides a wide range of support to military children and youth, family members and staff who work with children. They are licensed counselors specialized in child and youth behavioral issues. They are available at no cost to provide short-term and non-medical counseling support. Services are private and confidential with the exception of child abuse or neglect, domestic violence or any other duty-to-warn situations. Who is eligible? Active-duty service members, their families and survivors. Retired service members and immediate family eligible until 180 days past end of tour service or retirement date. What can I expect from non-medical counseling?

Your Military and Family Life Counselor can help with:

• Managing stress and changes due to COVID-19

• Adjusting to deployment, reintegration, separation, and reunion

• School adjustment

• Strengthening relationships, social skills, self-esteem

• Grieving the death of a loved one

Meet your MFLC today! Schedule an appointment with Military Counselor Ms. Charitty Presnal, LMHC - Phone number: (790) 499-2811

Dress Code Reminder: Our students should remember as part of our dress code, midriffs (stomachs) must be covered. Their shirts must meet their pants/shorts/skirts without skin showing. If a student is referred for a dress code violation, the student will be required to wear a school-issued shirt for the day. Sweatshirts and jackets will no longer be accepted as a cover-up after being dress coded because students tend to unzip or remove them. As a reminder, 3 dress code violations in a semester will result in a dean’s detention. Thank you for your help with this.

Thank you for your support,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, Oct. 21, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

The Renovation Team is excited to share the next stage in our project. We will be installing window designs on the inside of the 200s, 300s, and 400s soon along with some new signs around campus. Hopefully the window signs go well and we can consider more classes included in the future.

BPS Middle School Reimagine Community Meetings: DeLaura Middle School will be hosting a BPS Reimagine Middle School Community Meeting on Monday, Oct. 24 from 6-7pm. We hope you join us to share your thoughts:

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day Basketball Home Game + Fall Orchestra concert
Wed: Normal Day + Family/Teacher conference night.
Thurs: Normal Day + Group and club photos
Fri: Dismissal 3:00pm

Come cheer on the Paws and help the Cause! TAILGATE! Free admission for students at Tuesday’s basketball game if they bring a donation for pets affected by Hurricane Ian.

Athletics Update: Both the boys and girls basketball teams won on Thursday vs. Southwest. In case you didn’t stay until the very end, you may have missed one of the greatest shots in DeLaura history… https://youtu.be/ICNuQVyT-RU We have one more home game and then the playoffs. Come support the Scotties Tuesday night.

Students should have received a printed version of their report card today in their last class of the day. Please ask them if they received it.

Surfin Turtle Fundraiser: We have a basketball game and Orchestra Concert on Oct. 25. Before or after the events, visit Surfin Turtle and they’ll give 10% back to DeLaura Middle School! 1210 Highway A1A, Satellite Beach, FL 32937

A Scottie's Story: In this episode, we learn about Miss Lohman, our orchestra teacher https://youtu.be/csVzR8JX6FM

Positive Message of the Week: In this special message, Mr. Corso shares a message about tone and respect: https://youtu.be/FT2l-piq5_E

Band Concert: In case you missed our band concert last week, here’s a highlight:

https://youtu.be/vYOZTX1Ws_0

Space Coast Art Festival: Congrats to our DeLaura students who entered the Space Coast Art Festival. Your talents and creativity were on full display!

Media Center News:

The DeLaura Book Explorers is an exciting book club that will turn reading into an adventure you will never forget!

· When: First & Third Thursday of each month 8:45am-9:25am

· Where: DeLaura Media Center

· Who: All DeLaura Students & Staff

· What: We will be discussing the 2022-2023 SSYRA books

· Why: Because reading is an adventure you should share with others!

· Visit the DeLaura Media Center Webpage for more information

Library Leaders is a club for students who want to help the DeLaura Library be the best it can be!

· When: Every Monday & Friday 8:30am-9:25am

· Where: DeLaura Media Center

· Who : DeLaura Students who love libraries

· What: Earn service hours while learning about the inner workings of a school library

· Why: Because the DeLaura Library is amazing!

· Visit the DeLaura Media Center Webpage for more information

https://www.brevardschools.org/domain/9274

Family/Teacher Conference Night is Wednesday, October 26th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. If families would like a conference, please reach out to each teacher. Conferences will be 10 minutes in length and will be in person unless the family is requesting a virtual conference. Some families may need a virtual conference to make it more accessible.

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Pets Donations for Hurricane Ian Relief: NJHS/BETA is sponsoring a pet item drive for the displaced animals of Hurricane Ian. We are accepting new items: food, beds, toys, treats, and kennels; plus clean, gently used items such as blankets, towels, gates, and kennels. Items can be dropped off in the marked boxes in the front office or in Mrs. McWilliams's (226) or Mrs. Martin's (215) room Oct. 17-21. On Oct. 25, join us as we cheer the Scotties to victory! Bring one of the above items to our "Tail"gate at the basketball game, and get admission to the game for free!

Code of Student Conduct: Please be advised that the BPS Code of Student Conduct will be available for all students and parents online again this year. The Code of Student Conduct was board-approved on September 8, 2022. The link for the Code of Student Conduct is below and is currently live.

https://tinyurl.com/yee4wr4z

Have a wonderful end to your week,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message: Friday, Oct. 14, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

DeLaura Middle School and BPS are raising funds for relief and recovery for impacted students, teachers, and school staff in the five school districts most devastated by Hurricane Ian - Charlotte, DeSoto, Hardee, Lee, and Sarasota. If you would like to donate, you can drop off cash or check (made out to the School Board of Brevard) to our Front Office. Thank you for your KINDNESS.

DeLaura Middle School wishes to thank its Silver Partner

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Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Normal Day
Tues: Normal Day 8th Grade Recognition Night at Basketball games vs Johnson. Girls first, Boys second
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day Basketball games at Southwest. Girls play first and boys play second.
Fri: Dismissal 3:00pm

A Scottie's Story: In this episode, we learn about two of our basketball players Max and Avery: https://youtu.be/gWmtqI7UHSs

Positive Message of the Week: In this special message, Mr. Corso shares a letter written by Albert Einstein about love: https://youtu.be/4hLmNRLhTfg

Media Center Reopens: After being closed for weeks due to a pipe problem, our Media Center has reopened for students and classes!

Spirit Days: Our spirit week is coming up. Below is a list of the spirit days for next week:

We have 5 new weather mats!

Report Cards: Secondary report cards are published on Focus. Here is the link to the guide sheet for parents on how to locate online report cards in Focus: https://bit.ly/FocusParentsViewReports .

Local Athletes Spotlight: "Beachside Living Magazine is accepting submissions from parents, fans and coaches for all types and levels of sports to spotlight LOCAL athletes, teams and coaches in their monthly publication. If selected, the submission will appear on their sports website: BVMSports.com which will instantly generate buzz and have a positive impact on school and/or civic sports programs. It can also connect sports communities across the country. And it could help scouts and recruiters follow star athletes in your neighborhood! Please contact ncole@bestversionmedia.com for more information."

Gradventure: Gradventure is an event for our 8th graders in the Spring. We take students to Universal Studios to celebrate their middle school years. Gradventure will be Friday, May 5, 2023. Universal is reserved for schools on that date. Buses leave at 1pm and get back around 1am. Students who are suspended during the 2nd Semester will not be eligible to participate. More info will be shared after Winter Break. Estimated cost will be $140.

DeLaura Athletics: Congratulations to the Girls and Boys Basketball Teams. The girls are off to their most successful season and are 9-0. The boys also are having a successful season and are 6-3. Basketball teams will be on the road next week at at Hoover tonight. The Hoover game will start with the girls at 5:00 and the boys 10 minutes after the end of the girls game. Come support the basketball and cheerleading team in the Beachside Clash!! Show your Scottie Spirit!!

Our next home basketball game is on October 18 vs Johnson Middle School. At this game, we will have an 8th Grade Recognition Night. All 8th graders from the Girls Basketball Team, Boys Basketball Team, Cheerleaders, and Scottie Squad will be recognized between the Boys and Girls game(approximately 6:30 pm). Girls will play first. Please come help celebrate the accomplishments of the 8th graders as well as the entire fall sports programs.

Students must have a completed Athletic Participation Packet to participate. This must be turned in to participate. You may turn it into the Front Office or Guidance.

Please see Mrs. Terry terry.candacem@brevardschools.org, Mr. Skinner at skinner.jeff@brevardschools.org, or Ms. Rodriguez at rodriguez.carina@brevardschools.org for more information.

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Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message

Friday, Oct. 7, 2022

DeLaura Scotties are

Respectful, Honest, Hard Working, & Kind

Thanks to the generosity of our community, our Renovation Project is officially underway. We have some new umbrellas for kids at lunch, new weather mats have been ordered and we are working on some cool graphics to liven up some of our windows on the first floor. Phase 2 will hopefully include some indoor trees, some additional murals/artwork, and an exciting outdoor classroom. We’ll keep sharing updates! You can still give. Checks can be dropped off in our front office made out to DeLaura Middle School PTO or donate online, either via a one-time payment or monthly payments. https://bit.ly/3CH2Kwd

One of our new umbrellas!

This coming Monday, October 10, is a Non Student Day. The Front Office will be closed. Our educators will be involved in important professional development activities.

No students on Monday. It is a Professional Development Day.

Next Week at a Glance:

Mon: Non Student Day
Tues: Normal Day Basketball at Edgewood
Wed: Normal Day
Thurs: Normal Day Basketball at Hoover
Fri: Dismissal 3:00pm Spirit day- Wear PINK for breast cancer
Sat: Chorus All State Auditions @ Central MS

Chorus Concert: Wednesday night, our chorus groups gave an amazing concert for our community. If you missed the concert, here’s a highlight of the evening:

https://youtu.be/p3MjwExS3PE

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Family Impact Form: Federal Impact Forms went home with students on September 22nd. These forms need to be returned to your student’s Language Arts Teacher by Tuesday, October 11th. Thank you for your assistance in getting these forms completed.

Follow the DeLaura PTO on social media for all the happenings and how to get involved.

Facebook - DeLaura PTO

Instagram - delaura.pto

Twitter - @DelauraPto

First Priority Club: The First Priority Club will meet on 10/13 at 8:45 in room 611. They meet every Thursday morning.

Art Club: The first Art club will be held on Friday 10/14 at 8:15 in the art room. They will meet every Friday morning.

DeLaura’s Fall Orchestra Concert:

Oct. 25, 2022, Starts at 7:00 PM at Satellite High’s Auditorium

DeLaura Athletics: Congratulations to the Girls and Boys Basketball Teams. The girls are off to their most successful season and are 5-0. The boys also are having a successful season and are 3-2. Basketball teams will be on the road next week at Edgewood on Wednesday, October 12 and at Hoover, October 14. The Hoover game will start with the girls at 4:30 and the boys 10 minutes after the end of the girls game. Come support the basketball and cheerleading team in the Beachside Clash!! Show your Scottie Spirit!!

Our next home basketball game is on October 18 vs Johnson Middle School. At this game, we will have an 8th Grade Recognition Night. All 8th graders from the Girls Basketball Team, Boys Basketball Team, Cheerleaders, and Scottie Squad will be recognized between the Boys and Girls game(approximately 6:30 pm). Please come help celebrate the accomplishments of the 8th graders as well as the entire fall sports programs.

More information will be shared about the new intramural soccer program at DeLaura in the coming weeks. Tentatively we are scheduled to start on November 4. Students must have a completed Athletic Participation Packet to participate. You may turn it into the Front Office. Please see Mrs. Terry terry.candacem@brevardschools.org for more information.

A Scottie's Story: In this episode, we learn about theDeLaura mascot: THE Scottie: https://youtu.be/8y3PJRhzN0o

Positive Message of the Week: In this special message, DeLaura students and staff share information about bullying in our work to make our school as welcoming and safe for all students: https://youtu.be/oU1uOet0BF8

Congratulations Bernard Hobbs, our amazing custodian, for being named the 2022-2023 DeLaura Middle School Employee of the Year. We appreciate your dedication and spirit. You do an amazing job each and every day. Thank you for being a great example of Scottie Pride!

1st Quarter Report Cards: 1st Quarter Report Cards will be made available the Week of Oct. 17. We will print the 1st Quarter Report Card and send it home. The 2nd-4th quarter will not be printed. They’ll be available in FOCUS.

BPS Middle School Reimagine Community Meetings: BPS has created a committee of educators to examine the middle school experience and propose ideas that could improve that experience for each and everyone of our students. We are offering various community meetings to continue the reimagining middle school conversations with our families. We hope you join us to share your thoughts:

From our Community…

Volunteer Opportunities: The City of Satellite Beach Volunteer Involvement Program is looking for student volunteers to assist with upcoming events, citizens scientist projects and beach and island clean ups. The Satellite Beach Recreation Department has a variety of ways you can have fun, give back to the community, and earn academic community service hours. Students and adults are encouraged to invest time in their community, details may be found on our website: www.satellitebeachrecreation.org and click on the side link “volunteers”.

Citizen Scientist Program: Interested in helping monitor seagrasses, clams and oysters in the Indian River Lagoon? In this new Citizen Science Lagoon Monitoring Program volunteers age 16 and older will conduct weekly monitoring at our submerged lands restoration project site! Join us on Saturdays to learn about the Indian River Lagoon and how you can help us monitor this vital habitat. Register on our Volunteer website by Details may be found on our website: www.satellitebeachrecreation.org and click on the side link “volunteers”. This is an in-water opportunity.

Satellite Beach Youth Council: Youth of the month recognition program. Nominate any Satellite Beach school aged student K-12 for our new youth of the month program. Any student in Satellite schools who has done something to make them stand out as a community member can be nominated. Visit our website to nominate now! https://satellitebeach.org/government/city_boards/youth_council/index.php

We appreciate your support,

Scott Corso

Principal, DeLaura Middle School