Reminder: Open Mic & 6th-grade

6th-grade Vikings,

Please eat your lunch in the MPR today, clean up your trash, and then you may go out to the courtyard to watch the Open Mic event.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Reminder: Pick Up Your Trash

Good morning, Crocker,

Just a reminder that there are plenty of trash, recycling, and compost bins located throughout campus. Please take a moment to sort your waste properly when you are done eating:

• Trash goes in the black bins
• Plastic containers and recyclables go in the blue recycling bins
• Leftover food and compostable items go in the green compost bins

There is no reason to leave food, containers, or garbage behind. If you do, you will serve a beautification consequence for the remainder of recess or lunch recess. Beautification means you will receive a plastic garbage bag and gloves, and help clean up trash around campus. If you continue to leave your garbage, you will earn a detention. If you are seen by an adult or on camera, you will be issued a consequence.

Our custodians work hard to keep Crocker clean and safe for everyone — please do your part to help! Thank you for taking responsibility and showing respect for our school.
Let's Keep Crocker Clean!

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Library News

Congratulations to Zlata in Mr. Carroll's first period for winning the Haunted House art contest. We received so many great entries. Come to the library and see them all on display.

While you're in the library, check out the two tables full of Halloween recommendations. There are tons of books available that feature ghosts, zombies, vampires or other creepy/spooky stuff. Come check one out. 

Finally, wish a happy birthday to author Gordon Korman, born on October 23rd. He is a Crocker favorite, and there is a special spotlight in the library featuring some of his awesome books. Happy Reading!! 

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Haunted House Art Contest

Tomorrow (Wed.) is the last day to turn in your haunted house for the art contest. 25 spirit points for entering, 100 spirit points for winning, plus a fun haunted village cookie kit. Please turn in your entry to Mrs. Gilchrist by the end of lunch on Wednesday.

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Twilight book event at Gigglemugs

Are you Team Jacob or Team Edward? If Twilight is your thing, Gigglemugs has an event for you. They are hosting a Twilight Teen Book Night on Friday, Oct. 24th from 6:30-8:30. This bookish event is for teens 13-17.

See the poster hanging in the Crocker Library window for more information or to scan the QR code to RSVP.

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Clubs in Lab 5A

Vikings,

Today at lunch the Dungeons and Dragons club will conclude their introductory games. 

Next week the Dungeons and Dragons Club & Table Top Miniature Game Club will be meeting together Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday to learn how to build and paint miniatures. We have some donated models that we will build for the club. In addition, Dungeons and Dragons club will begin making characters to play in their regular campaign games.

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Belonging Week October 20-24

 Hello to you all. Here are a few upcoming events.

Crocker Belonging Week

Clubs officially start this week!

October 22nd 6th Grade Yosemite Trip meeting during Crocker Connect in the lecture hall. Students that are not attending the trip will go to Portable 1 where Ms. Ayer will discuss the week with them.

This year our two Service Learning Focuses will be Veterans and Heart Disease in children. This year the 6th graders will stop by Camp Taylor a camp dedicated to supporting children with heart disease.  During Crocker Belonging Week a coin drive will be set up in the main office for the camp. The 6th graders will then bring this donation to Camp Taylor on October 27th.

On October 23rd students can bring in a new pair of socks to Ms. Slater's office to get a treat. The socks go to a local shelter.

October 27-31st Yosemite Field Trip!

8th Grade DREAM leaders will start to do Character Strong lessons in November.

First Chess Club meeting

Vikings, come play chess in Lab 5A Mr. Bounds' classroom today.l at the beginning of lunch and continuing into lunch recess. Boards are first come first serve and remember to clean up trash at the end of lunch and return all the chess sets set up for a fresh game. Hope to see you there. 
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Haunted House art contest

There is less than one week to enter the Haunted House art contest. Get in the Halloween spirit and show us your best spoooooky house!

Guidelines

DUE by end of lunch on Wed. 10/22 (turn in to Mrs. Gilchrist)

Create a haunted house. Original artwork only. Do not copy online images.

Put your name, grade and 1st period teacher ON THE BACK

8 ½ X 11 max (horizontal or vertical both OK)

Any medium is OK

Must include at least 5 elements of creepy/scary- i.e.) ghosts, bats, spiderwebs, jack o'lanterns, etc.

All entries will be displayed in the library.

Winner announced on the Buzz on Thursday 10/23 

Prize: haunted cookie house kit (come see it in the library) and spirit points

Earn Spirit Points for your grade- 25 points for entering (and meeting minimum requirements) & 100 points to the winner's grade

** See Ms. Alich in the art room if you need supplies or a  drawing guide

**See Mrs. Gilchrist if you have any questions

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Dungeon and Dragons

Vikings! Day 2 of the introductory Dragons adventure continues today. Missed yesterday, no problem there is still a few remaining spots in lab 5A, on today the 15th, and Friday the 17th, during lunch and lunch recess. Bring your lunch and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience! Don't worry if you're new to the game—no experience is required! All you need is your imagination and a good sense of humor. Will you rescue the dwarf miners from the gnoll infested dungeon depths? Will you sneak aboard the mysterious pirate ship crawling with skeletons? What treasures might you uncover in the wizards tower? There's only one way to find out! Continue the adventure! We can't wait to see you there!

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Reminder: Rainy Day Recess

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/Lunch Recess - MPR, Lecture Hall, Maker Space, Library at recess, or Intramurals in the Gym
Roaming in the hallways is NOT an option. Choose a spot and stay there.

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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Trivia Meeting Today

Just a reminder: if you are interested in Trivia Team, come to the library TODAY at the beginning of lunch (bring your lunch) and learn about Trivia Team. 

Our team needs you. 

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Purchasing at the Student Store & Lunchtime Garbage

Good morning, Crocker,

When buying treats at the Student Store, please purchase items only for yourself. Conflicts can occur when a student buys something for one friend but not others.

Do not share food—sharing can spread germs and illness.

Finally, remember to clean up after yourself. Recycle hot lunch containers and place leftover food in the compost bin.

Let's all do our part to keep Crocker healthy and clean!

Thanks, Vikings,

Lisa Ayer Crocker Middle School Assistant Principal she/her

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Dungeons and Dragons Club

Attention, Vikings! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey filled with chaos and magic? Join us for an introductory Dungeons & Dragons adventure! We invite you to gather with friends and fellow enthusiasts in lab 5A on October 14th, 15th, and 17th during lunch and lunch recess. Bring your lunch and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience! Prepare to fight fearsome monsters, solve intriguing puzzles, and craft epic tales together. Don't worry if you're new to the game—no experience is required! All you need is your imagination and a good sense of humor. Will you save the kingdom or inadvertently unleash a herd of evil bunnies? There's only one way to find out! Get ready for an adventure filled with fun and excitement! We can't wait to see you there!

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1st Student Government Meeting TODAY!

Hi Vikings, 

Today we will have our first student government meeting during lunch and lunch recess in the lecture hall.  Please grab your lunch and head to the lecture hall.  This meeting is for Student Council, Class Officers, and 1st Period Classroom Reps.  We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Sincerely, 

Student Council

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