Library News

The library will be closed Wednesday at lunch. Please support our performers at Open Mic. The library will be open for a little bit after school on Thursday if you need to come get books for winter break, or you can come in at morning recess.

Congratulations to our classroom spelling bee winners. The school-wide spelling bee is Friday 1/10 at lunch in the library. Bring your lunch. Green study sheets are available in the library if you want to study over winter break. Congratulations to our class winners: Annabelle, Andrew, Audrey, Brandon, Claire, Colin, Daniel, Ellen, Emma, Ethan S., Ethan W., Giada, Isabelle, Jackson, Kyle, Luke,  Michael, Nathan, Octavia, Pavinoor, Scarlett, Tansen, & Yuka.

There are lots of new books in the library. Come stock up on good books to read over the break.

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Math Competitions

Math Competition Season is underway! January brings both the AMC 8 and Math Counts Competitions to Crocker. Are you interested…? Come in, ask questions, and sign up with Mr. Kittredge in Room 4. Also The Math Kangaroo Competition. Sign up link in the Parent Newsletter. Sign up deadline... 31 December.

Reminder: Breakfast & Lunch

Good morning, Crocker,

Here are some reminders about Univeral Meals:

• Students can pick up breakfast before school, from 8:00 to 8:25 or at morning recess, and lunch at the beginning of lunch.
• During rush hour, students should only be taking ONE meal.
• Students are not allowed to take a meal for a friend, the friend should come through the line and get their own.
• Students should pick up fruit/veggies, milk, and entre, and they give their cards to the adult on the POS computer. Any items unwanted go in the Share Bin.
• If students want an extra lunch entre, we usually have enough and can serve them after everyone has been served first (check back after 7-10 minutes).
• When students come for seconds, the volunteers will ask if they have given their cards already. We need every card to be reimbursed!
• When students do not pick up the meals, it become food waste and goes to the landfill.
• Lastly, students must clean up their trash before they go to play. Students should remind their friends too. Please respect our beautiful campus and our hardworking custodial staff. 

Thank you for cooperating with the meal program,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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INTRAMURALS TUESDAY!

COLLINS VS LI

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Please Announce before Recess

Hi All,

Please share with your 2nd period students before recess, if it is raining.

It may rain during recess and lunch today. Please WALK under the eaves in the hallways to help stay dry and do not run. Do not leave your backpack or Chromebook out in the open.

Locations to go during Recess, Lunch, and Lunch Recess:
Morning recess - Library, Lecture Hall, Maker Space, and MPR (No sports in the MPR)
Lunch - Tables in MPR, Lecture Hall, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, or Oasis (rm. 3)
Lunch Recess - Library, Lecture Hall, MPR, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, Oasis, and Gym for Intramurals (no food or drinks in the gym)
Roaming in the hallways is NOT an option. You can choose a spot and stay there.

Thanks, Vikings,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Library News

The library is closed today for an all day meeting.

Spelling Bee News- Congratulations to our classroom spelling bee champs. These students will compete in the school-wide spelling bee on Friday, January 10th. Champs, see Mrs. Gilchrist if you want a GREEN study sheet for over winter break. This is a different list than was used for the classroom bees. Give a high-five to these students: Annabelle, Andrew, Audrey, Brandon, Claire, Colin, Daniel, Ellen, Emma, Ethan S., Ethan W., Giada, Isabelle, Jackson, Kyle, Luke,  Michael, Nathan, Octavia, Pavinoor, Scarlett, Tansen, & Yuka.

Winter Reading: come grab some new books for your winter break reading.  If you'd like to try to earn prizes for your reading, visit the Burlingame Public Library for a winter reading log. Winter reading at the public library runs until January 31st. See the poster in the library window for more information. 

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Reminder: Acceptable Use of Technology

Good morning, 

Crocker Middle School is dedicated to helping our students make respectful, responsible, and safe online decisions at school and home. Students should always think carefully before posting or playing games.

"Acceptable use" means using technology resources appropriately and following the rules outlined in the HCSD Acceptable Use Agreement (AUA), which you and your parents have reviewed and signed before receiving your Chromebooks. Remember, playing video games at school is prohibited. Additionally, HCSD monitors all Google searches and Google apps (such as email, Docs, and Sheets) through GoGuardian.

Repeated misuse of your Chromebook will lead to the following consequences:

1st offense: A staff member will issue a warning. They may also take the Chromebook away for the rest of the period or the remainder of recess. An administrator will be notified.
2nd offense: You will turn in your Chromebook to Mr. Hager at the end of the day, meet with an administrator, and you will not have access to your Chromebook until the next morning. You will need to use an alternate device for online homework.
3rd+ offense: You will turn in your Chromebook to Mr. Hager each day for a week, which may include weekends. You will also use an alternate device for online homework.
*For serious offenses, you will be sent to an administrator, parents will be contacted, and more severe consequences may be applied based on the situation.

By following the Acceptable Use of Technology Policy, you can use your Chromebook as intended.

Thank you for using your Chromebook responsibly, Vikings,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Reminder: Rainy Day Locations

Hello, Crocker, 

It may rain during recess and lunch today. Please WALK under the eaves in the hallways to help stay dry and do not run. Do not leave your backpack or Chromebook out in the open.

Locations to go during Recess, Lunch, and Lunch Recess:
Morning recess - Library, Lecture Hall, Maker Space, and MPR (No sports in the MPR)
Lunch - Tables in MPR, Lecture Hall, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, or Oasis (rm. 3)
Lunch Recess - Library, Lecture Hall, MPR, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, Oasis, and Gym for Intramurals Table Tennis Tournament(no food or drinks in the gym)

Roaming in the hallways is NOT an option. Choose a spot and stay there.

The library will be closed for a staff lunch today. 

Teachers, please make sure you go to the rainy-day supervision locations.

Please remember to pick up your trash and keep these indoor areas clean.
Stay dry and have a great day, Vikings!

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Crocker Music

Good morning, Crocker,

Let's give a big SHOUT OUT to the Crocker Bands and Choir for an AMAZING performance last night in the gym! A special THANK YOU goes to Mr. Lu for making it all happen. Seeing Mr. Rocha and Mr. Kittredge join the bands was so much fun. Thanks to Mr. Slater for filming the performance. What a terrific way to celebrate Crocker music!

Happy Friday!

Library Closed Monday

The library will be closed at recess and lunch on Monday due to a meeting.

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Reminder: Clean Up Your Trash

Good morning, Crocker,

Just a reminder that there are plenty of trash, recycling, and compost bins all over campus. Please throw away all of your trash when you are done eating. There is no reason to leave trash and food behind. If you leave food and garbage, you may serve a beautification consequence for the rest of the lunch period. Beautification means you will receive a bag and gloves and you will pick up trash.

Let's Keep Crocker Clean!

Thanks,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Table Tennis Tourney

Hello Crocker Vikings!

Buckle up for the last day of the Table Tennis Tournament! The best players of the round-robin are playing in the single-elimination event. If they lose, they are out! Drop by the gym at lunch and lunch recess today to cheer on your peers! May the best player win!

Sincerely,

Brian Yeh, Mrs. Mendelson, Mr. Bowie, Mr. Manu

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Library Closed Friday lunch

The library will be closed during lunch on Friday due to the staff holiday luncheon.

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Thursday Recess Reminder

Hello, Crocker,

Please remember that on minimum days (Thursdays and conference days), North School and Crocker have the same recess and lunchtime. North and Crocker have worked out a fair way to share the space. North school students will have priority to use the three basketball hoops and volleyball court by the North portables during morning recess. Crocker will have priority to use those courts during lunch recess. Please be a good neighbor by letting the elementary students play on the courts in the morning. 

Thanks, Vikings,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Reminder: Rainy Day Locations

Good morning, Crocker,

It may rain during recess and lunch today. Please WALK under the eaves in the hallways to help stay dry and do not run. Do not leave your backpack or Chromebook out in the open.

Locations to go during Recess, Lunch, and Lunch Recess:
Morning recess - Library, Lecture Hall, Maker Space, and MPR (No sports in the MPR)
Lunch - Tables in MPR, Lecture Hall, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, or Oasis (rm. 3)
Lunch Recess - Library, Lecture Hall, MPR, Band Room (music students), Maker Space, Oasis, and Gym for Intramurals/Tournament (no food or drinks in the gym)
Roaming in the hallways is NOT an option. Choose a spot and stay there.

Thanks for your cooperation, Vikings,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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