T.R. Smedberg Middle School

Don’t miss The Best of Smedberg Theatre Show featuring scenes from Quarter 4 Theatre classes, and the one-act play Anxiety is Orange, by Lindsay Price. Get tickets at https://smedbergtheatre.ludus.com/index.php #theatrefolk #SmedbergTheatre

Elk Grove Unified recognizes Classified School Employees Week (May 15 21, 2022). Classified school employees provide valuable services to EGUSD schools and students, and they contribute to the establishment and promotion of a positive instructional environment. EGUSD classified school employees also play a vital role in providing for the welfare and safety of the District and strive for excellence in all areas relative to the educational community. EGUSD celebrates the contributions of classified school employees to quality education in the District and in the state of California.

Elk Grove Unified recognizes Hmong American Day on May 14, 2022. Hmong American Day is a time to remember and honor Hmong people’s history, stories and contributions in the Vietnam War. May 14, 1975 was the last airlift evacuation of Hmong soldiers and families from Laos to a refugee camp in Thailand, and many Hmong refugees and their families immigrated to the United States. Today, over 40,000 of the more than 325,000 Hmong Americans are residents of Sacramento County. Hmong Americans are helping build a vibrant and diverse California, contributing socially, politically, and economically to our State. EGUSD celebrates the history, culture and contributions of Hmong Americans in California.

Elk Grove Unified recognizes National School Nurse Day on May 11, 2022. School nurses are professional public health nurses who advance the well-being, academic success, and life-long achievements of all students by serving on the frontlines and providing a critical safety net for our district’s most fragile students. School nurses also act as a liaison to the school community, parents, and health care providers on behalf of children’s health by promoting wellness and improvi...ng health outcomes for all students. EGUSD acknowledges the accomplishments of school nurses and their efforts of meeting the needs of today’s students by improving the delivery of health care in our schools, and offers gratitude for school nurses who contribute to our local community by helping every student stay healthy in school. Learn more: https://www.nasn.org/advocacy/school-nurse-day

Elk Grove Unified recognizes Day of the Teacher on May 11, 2022. An educated citizenry serves as the very foundation of our democracy, and teachers mold the minds and train the workforce of the future. No other profession touches as many persons with such a lasting effect, and good teaching grows in value and pays dividends far beyond the classroom. EGUSD celebrates our teachers and honors their dedication, commitment and contributions to a quality education for all students.

Elk Grove Unified recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2022. Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and children, youth and adults can recover from mental illness and lead full and productive lives in the community. A focus on prevention and early intervention efforts could greatly reduce the number of children experiencing serious mental health conditions. EGUSD supports spreading awareness of the importance of mental health can help people realize the many ways in which mental illness impacts them and those around them, and can provide the opportunity to learn about available resources. Additional resources: https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month https://www.nami.org//Pledge-/StigmaFree-Company/Resources

Elk Grove Unified recognizes Friday, May 6 as School Lunch Hero Day. Nutritious meals are an essential part of the school day, and the District’s Food and Nutrition Services department is committed to providing healthy, nutritious meals to all students. Staff who prepare and serve school meals help nurture students through their daily interaction and support. EGUSD recognizes and expresses its deep appreciation to these valuable employees and commends their good work on behalf of all students. Learn more: https://schoolnutrition.org/schoollunchheroday/

Curb-side meal service has resumed and is happening now. Click below for more information:

Elk Grove Unified offers students, families and the community cultural leadership and enrichment opportunities through "Family Leadership Academy" to support families in becoming partners in the co-education of their child. Each workshop is designed to support the previous session. Families are encouraged to attend all five workshops (January 20 - March 24). https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-leadership-academy-tick

Angst is a documentary designed to raise awareness around anxiety. The film includes interviews with students, educators, experts & parents.

Save big on a special gift! Use coupon code dec2020 between December 7 and December 20 to get 15% off the Smedberg 2021 Yearbook. Order your copy at our webstore.

Attention 8th grade students! Academy applications are due THIS Friday! Check out http://shs.egusd.net/programs/academies for more information!

ATTENTION 8th Grade Parents!...it's time to start thinking about high school academies!

Hey Wolverines! Yearbook wants pictures of you wearing your COVID 19 mask! Submit your Mask Selfie on our Google Classroom page by Oct. 20th and be entered to win a Starbucks gift card. Contact [email protected] with any questions. Stay safe Wolverines!

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Our librarian has prepared a fun activity to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th - October 15th. Check it out by clicking on the link below . Take the quiz at the end to test your knowledge of Latino/Latina and Chicano/Chicana culture. Uníos a la celebración! https://docs.google.com//1sno9Sb4feLj6PN9Tls0Mo4NdpI/edit

2021 Yearbooks are ON SALE now! Check out this student-created ad to learn more about a big discount on a history-making yearbook! Click on this link to learn more! https://app.animaker.com/animo/0IzWHaMitbLA9NdW/

Elk Grove Unified is proud to recognize the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans. The Board of Trustees and EGUSD schools recognize ...Hispanic Awareness Month from September 15 - October 15, 2020. To learn more, click here: http://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/ EGUSD Resolution: http://www.egusd.net//2020_HispanicHeritageMonthResolution

Elk Grove Unified recognizes today as Constitution Day, which commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on Septem...ber 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens. Click here to learn more: http://www.egusd.net//up/2020/09/Constitution-Day-2020.pdf

A message from our Libarians... https://spark.adobe.com/video/mBPlbx94SzsJc

ATTENTION PARENTS & STUDENTS! We are now promoting contact-less pickup/return for textbooks for Term 2. Please see the attached flyer for more information. PLEASE WAIT FOR AN EMAIL from the Librarian, Trudy Somers before you try picking them up. They will not be ready prior to that.

You're Invited to Smedberg's Virtual Book Fair from August 27th - September 10th.

The sun is rising on Wolverine Nation! Distance Learning begins at 8:00. Be sure to log on at least 5 minutes before your Zoom Session Begins. Let's DO THIS Wolverines!

Students, your teachers can't wait to meet you tomorrow! Are you ready?

Parents - please make sure we have your current email addresses, phone numbers, and addresses in Synergy to ensure that you receive important information regarding the start of school for 2020-2021. Contact our office at (916) 681-7525 if you need to update your information. Since we are starting with distance learning, it is important that your information is current! Don't miss out on all the good stuff!... https://media.giphy.com/media/fxFF26dvJxEfXCdPg5/giphy.gif