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Thank you, Veterans. We salute you.

Brent with I.T. gives a report about the electronics rollout this year.

Monday is JuliAnne's Day at The Shack! Grab a drink and know that proceeds will go to benefit a local family in need. #juliannesday #theshackkamas

School Board meeting is tonight, November 10th at 5:30 p.m. Tune in via YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOpVIBWOGnnqwRmfiDl1WQ See what's on the agenda here: http://go.boarddocs.com/ut/sssd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CJHN9W5E6B59

Wondering what a school psychologist actually does? Check out this Q & A with Mrs. Katterman. Get more information here: https://www.ssummit.org/page/healthwell-being #schoolpsychweek

As parents, sometimes we wonder what is "normal" teenage behavior and what we should be concerned about. School Psychologist, Mrs. Katterman, has put together a few red flags to keep on your radar. #schoolpsychweek

This week is National School Psychologist Week and we want to introduce you to Mrs. Katterman. She is our School Psychologist. Mrs. Katterman has been with South Summit for over twenty years. Until recently when she transitioned into her role as School Psychologist/Student Services Director, she served as the Special Education Director. We are lucky to have her! #wearesouthsummit #schoolpsychweek

Do you know the impact of screen time and social media? Dr. Christy Kane does. Wonder what the #1 bullying statement is circulating on social media right now? Watch her presentation to find out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-meAPM0szU&t=544s Teens spend up to 12.6 hours a day on screens Can lead to: increased violence and risk-taking behaviors, substance abuse, negative stereotyping Can cause: sleep issues, lower grades, weight and mood problems Dr. Kane is a coveted advisor in the area of mental health and has over 20 years of experience leading the Mental Health Clinic. She focuses her work on neurology, mental health stability, and how electronics are affecting the human brain. She spoke at SSHS a few weeks ago, and unfortunately had a small turnout. If you missed it, you missed out. Watch her presentation here on YouTube and learn steps you can take to prevent mental health crises. It's only available until Nov. 21st. Don't miss it this time! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-meAPM0szU&t=544s

Silver Summit Academy @ssautah held an Eco Fair last week with vendors from the Swaner Nature Preserve, Clever Octopus, Recycle Utah and Spoil to Soil. Students also had their artwork, projects and writings on display. #wearesouthsummit #ssautah #ecofair #swanerpreserve #cleveroctopus #spoiltosoil

We're excited to present "Beauty and Beast Jr." by Disney! Our talented 6th grade students are working hard to put on the best show possible for you. Mark your calendars for Nov. 16th and 17th at 6:30 p.m. so you don't miss it. Performance will be held at the South Summit High School auditorium. #wearesouthsummit #southsummitmiddle #beautyandthebeastjr

Wishing you a Happy Halloween! Let's see your best costumes.

Here's your chance to win a free family pass to the South Summit Aquatic and Fitness Center. Take the survey on their website and you'll be entered into the contest. https://www.research.net/r/SSAFC

Summit County Youth Mental Health Summit! Register now for this incredible one day event created for youth, by youth. Special guests: Em Capito, Alistair Bitsoi, Brooke Larsen. #wearesouthsummit #ctcsummitcounty #summitcounty

Do you know what today is? The start of a new term. Welcome to Term 2.

Luckily they get a couple days off to relax, but we're still celebrating our bus drivers. It's national school bus safety week and we are so grateful for our bus drivers and the way they keep our students safe every day. #wearesouthsummit #nsbsw22

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS COMMISSION MEMBERS NEEDED We need new Material Commission Members! The list consists of three new Lay Citizens, one Secondary Teacher, and one Secondary Principal for the Fall 2022 review. The deadline to apply is October 21st. Commission members have the responsibility to oversee the review of instructional materials at the Utah State Board of Education. Commission members make sure that reviews submitted follow specified procedures to ensure alignment to core standards and evaluation rubrics. Commissioners receive samples from publishers to acquaint them with curriculum to be reviewed and meet twice yearly, in May and November to check the work of the review committees and make recommendations to the State Board of Education. Approved recommendations are posted on the web for educators and the public. Applicants will need to fill out and submit the application and a short bio expressing their interest and qualifications for these positions. As per Utah State Code 53E-4-402, members of the Commission are appointed by the State Board of Education. Here is the link for the application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFAP6p0Xt4USuusEIzAXyV9ESNFnEIaBEcAlRI3thulLxC8w/viewform

Enjoy a few days off! See you on Monday, students.

We're excited to present "Beauty and Beast Jr." by Disney! Our talented 6th grade students are working hard to put on the best show possible for you. Mark your calendars for Nov. 16th and 17th at 6:30 p.m. so you don't miss it. #wearesouthsummit #southsummitmiddle #beautyandthebeastjr

School Board meeting is tonight, Thursday, October 13th at 5:30 p.m. See you there or online at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOpVIBWOGnnqwRmfiDl1WQ #wearesouthsummit #sssdboardofed

Flu shots! Community Nursing Services (CNS) is once again offering flu shots to the community and will donate $2 to our schools for every eligible immunization! Anyone 6 months or older can get a flu shot. They're free through your insurance or available for low cost if you don't have insurance. #flushotclinic #cnsshots #southsummitsd