APRIL 2024 EDITION

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, April 16

4:00p Spirit Night @ Rosa's Pizza

Thursday, April 25

5:00p Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A Lassiter

Tuesday, April 30

Simpson 8th Grade Yard Signs - Last Day to Order!

Wednesday, May 1

8:45a PTSA Executive Committee meeting

Thursday, May 16

6:45p 8th Grade Dance

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Simpson PTSA News & Events

Save the Date: 8th Grade Dance - May 16 2024

ALL 8TH GRADERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND FOR FREE!

More details will be shared on this page - https://www.simpsonptsa.org/dance in the upcoming weeks.

REMINDER: Simpson 8th Grade Yard Signs - Order before Apr. 30th

Reminder to order your 8th grade sign...DON'T MISS OUT! Last day to order is Tuesday, April 30th

ORDER HERE:https://www.simpsonptsa.org/8thgradesigns

Show your rising high school student (and all your neighbors!) how proud you are of your soon-to-be Simpson graduate! Order your sign today through April 30th.

We have both personalized and non-personalized sign options available. All proceeds benefit 8th grade end of year activities

Personalized options (personalized signs will increase price starting April 1st)

Non-personalized options:

Order yours today: https://www.simpsonptsa.org/8thgradesigns

Join our PTSA Team!

Parents!! Want to get involved next year? Are you social media savvy? Love to plan events? Want to co-chair a committee with a friend? Simpson PTSA is making plans for next year and we have something for everyone! No experience is necessary! Become involved, support your child’s school, have fun, and meet great people in the process!

If you are interested, please contact vicepresident@simpsonptsa.org for more information.

Cultural Connections April spotlight - contributions in Arts and Literature

Aniya, a Wheeler HS senior and National Arts Honor Society member set up April's Cultural Connections bulletin board to highlight Art and Literature contributions from around the world. Thank you so much Aniya, we love your creativity!

This month's newsletter (click here) includes -

An article by high schooler and local historian Andrew Bramlett about Judge G.T.Carrie, one of the most distinguished citizens of Cobb County and how he was involved in a piece of literary history that inspired Mark Twain‘s writing style.
An article by Ms. Rausch, Cobb County art teacher, about how the written word influences her art lessons to bring out her students' visual voice
Some ideas to celebrate April's National Poetry Month

We can only continue efforts like these with your help. Are you interested in creating the Cultural Connections newsletter next year? Please reach out to vicepresident@simpsonptsa.org for more information.

April Spirit Nights - Apr 16th Rosa's Pizza

Check out Rosa's Pizza on April 16th from 4pm - 8pm for Simpson Spirit Night!
For more info and upcoming Spirit Nights, click here > https://www.simpsonptsa.org/spiritnight

April Spirit Nights - Apr 25th Chick-fil-A

Check out Chick-fil-A on April 25th from 5pm - 8pm for Simpson Spirit Night!
For more info and upcoming Spirit Nights, click here > https://www.simpsonptsa.org/spiritnight

School Supply Boxes - Order Today!

Simpson Middle parents...

It’s hard to believe how fast this school year has flown by, and that it’s time to start thinking about school supply shopping already! We are excited to announce Simpson will be partnering with 1st Day School Supplies again for all your school supply needs. The Simpson PTSA has also worked closely with administration to streamline the school supply list for next year. You will need both the grade level box and connections box.

Order your kits now! They are going to save us up to 30% over shopping at big box stores like Target, Walmart and Amazon. Better yet, they are the undisputed leader in custom kitting school supplies. Providing us with only brand names you trust and respect like Ticonderoga, Crayola, Elmer's and Clorox. So, what are you waiting for? Buy early and save!

ORDER TODAY HERE: https://bit.ly/Simpsonsupplies2024

Communities in School Reality U Financial Literacy

Our 8th graders had the fantastic opportunity of experiencing a bit of "reality" with a 75-minute personal finance simulation. Through the Communities in Schools Reality U Financial Literacy program, students imagined their life as a 26-year-old, and were provided a unique and individualized future scenario (based on their GPA and online survey). Each student was given a $ amount they could spend. It was very rewarding to see them make decisions, choose wisely and stretch those $$! Thank you to all Simpson Middle school admin, staff and counsellors for facilitating this wonderful event and providing lunch to our volunteers! Thank you volunteers, we could not do this without you!

This program, sponsored by PTSA, was made possible only with the support of our community, through memberships and donations. Your continued involvement is vital in providing more such impactful programs in the future.

More photos from the event can be found here

Announcing GA PTA Reflections Winners from Simpson!!

CONGRATULATIONS to Riya and Lavie, GA PTA Reflections winners!! We are so proud of you and wish you the very best of luck!

Eagle Pride - 2024 Spring Semester 5K Challenges

Health and Wellness committee chair Shonda has curated a list of all of the fun runs/jogs/walks coming up in April and May if your family is interested in participating.

April 13th - the Atlanta Dogwood Festival 5K.

April 28th - be sure to join us as we raise awareness and momentum behind the efforts to cure childhood cancers, at the Lauren’s Run 5K.

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May 11th - participate in the 10th Annual Midtown Race For MAC 5K. The Midtown Assistance Center’s mission is to prevent homelessness and hunger during periods of crisis by providing emergency assistance to low-income working Atlantans.

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May 27th - wrap up all of these Winter/Spring races on Memorial Day with an event in our own backyard, the Memorial Day 5K, starting at the Sprayberry Square Shopping Center. This race is the 1st of the Patriotic Series Races … be sure to check out the others to collect all 3 finisher medals.

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We hope to see everyone out there! Walk, jog, or run. Bring the family. Let’s just move!

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2023-24 PTSA MEMBERSHIP

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ORDER SPIRIT WEAR

Every Friday is Spirit Day on campus. Show your school pride and wear your spirit gear! All orders will deliver to your student's homeroom.

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STAY UP TO DATE

*If you already signed up last school year for REMIND, we've moved you up to the next grade level, so no need to sign up again.

*Got questions? Here's a helpful video: https://youtu.be/DLP__QYSOj4

The Simpson PTSA LinkTree has useful links you will need all school year long in one convenient location. This LinkTree also includes links to:

- Join PTSA

- Find Volunteer Opportunities in ONE place

- Order Spirit Wear

- Follow Simpson PTSA on Facebook

....And so much more!

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