McCarroll Middle School

🔒 Privacy matters! 🔒 Today we'll discuss the importance of safeguarding our personal information online and staying aware of cyber threats. Online privacy and safety are essential when kids go online, whether to play games, use educational apps, or simply research something on the internet. Let's ensure our kids have the tools to protect themselves in the digital landscape. Visit the Family Tips on Privacy & Cyber Awareness for tips on discussing online safety. Elementary: https://5il.co/26xco or Middle/High School: https://5il.co/26xcm Check out OnGuardOnline.gov and ConnectSafely.org for more resources on being safe, secure and responsible online https://5il.co/275e9 💻🛡️ #CyberAwareness #DigCitWeek #weAREdecatur

The last day to purchase optional insurance for your student's school Chromebook or Macbook is Oct. 31st! $24 Register here: https://schooldevicecoverage.com/signup Pdf:https://5il.co/1janl

📚 Media Literacy Day is here! 📚 In today's digital age, it's essential to be critical consumers of online content. We are surrounded by phones, TV, social media, and more, so it’s important for our kids to learn how to tell different types of news and media apart. When they understand the basics of media literacy, they become critical thinkers and smart consumers who can make good choices about what they see and believe. Visit the Family Tips on Media Literacy for tips on discussing the skills needed to discern fact from fiction in the digital world. Elementary: https://5il.co/26xck or Middle/High school: https://5il.co/26xci Check out ConnectSafely.org for more resources on media literacy: https://5il.co/275cr 🤔💡 #MediaLiteracy #DigCitWeek #weAREdecatur

👣 Today, it's all about your digital footprint! 👣 What you do online leaves a trace, and understanding this is crucial. Let's teach our kids how to build a positive and responsible digital footprint. As children grow and begin to create their own content or interact with others online, it becomes important for them to understand the tracks they're leaving behind. By fostering open conversations about responsible online behavior, privacy, and the potential long-term consequences of their actions, we can empower our children to make informed decisions in the digital world. Visit the Family Tips on Digital Footprints for tips on discussing how to manage your online presence. Elementary: https://5il.co/26xcg or Middle/High School: https://5il.co/26xce . Check out the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI.org) for more resources: https://www.fosi.org/good-digital-parenting 📱#DigitalFootprint #DigCitWeek #weAREdecatur

🌐 This week, we're diving into the world of digital citizenship, where we'll explore the importance of digital safety at school and home. Kids today may seem like experts at using technology, but the digital world requires skills and habits that they don’t always pick up as they go. Digital citizenship helps them learn those skills and develop healthy media habits. A good digital citizen starts by being safe, responsible, and respectful online. 💻 Let's empower our students to become responsible digital citizens and make the most of their online experiences. Visit the Family Tips on Media Balance for tips on talking to your kids about digital well being. Elementary: https://5il.co/26xcc or Middle/High School: https://5il.co/26xca . Check out Common Sense Media for more family resources: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/articles #DigCitWeek #OnlineSafety #weAREdecatur

📣 Welcome to Digital Citizenship Week! Join us throughout the week to empower our students with the skills and knowledge they need to be responsible digital citizens! 💪🌐 #DigCitWeek #weAREdecatur

REGISTER NOW! Pickleball Tournament to benefit the Decatur Education Foundation Nov. 4th, 9am@MPB No experience bracket!!! Link to register: https://forms.gle/G3oaezY4BmF8PZag9 pdf: https://5il.co/26xgo

Dyslexia Awareness Night October 30th 6-7:30 pm 307 S. Cates St. #weAREdecatur pdf:https://5il.co/26rlk

Thank you to all our DISD Custodians for the incredible work keeping our buildings shiny and spotless and great places to learn and work. WE APPRECIATE YOU! #weAREdecatur

Last day to order a pink out shirt is TOMORROW! https://kelly-read.squarespace.com/decatur-high-school-pink-out-2023 Orders will be delivered to campuses, mark your campus when you are ordering. Mark the high school as your delivery spot if you are a community member.

TOMORROW WE GO GOLD! September 27th 2023 DISD will GO GOLD in support of raising awareness about childhood cancer and showing support for each and every family whose life has been touched. #weargold #weAREdecatur

Another great pep rally is complete for the 2023-2024 school year. This week's pep rally might have been holiday themed, but the cheerleaders did a great job of focusing on the 6th grade class. The "lawn mower" game was fun to watch. The 7th and 8th grade band members also did a fantastic job with their enthusiasm and musical skills. Thank you to Coach Dyer and Coach Chaney for the inspiring speeches to motivate the players and all students to be successful this week. #weAREdecatur

Reminder: This Friday Sept. 29th is the last day to sign up for the color run to be guaranteed a shirt! Help support McCarroll Middle School PTO!🏃‍♀️🎨 🏃

Spirit day theme this week is Happy Holiday's. Pep Rally will focus on 6th grade. Parents please make sure you have read the newsletter for requirements to attend the pep rally. Check the Cheerleading page on the website for future dates and themes.

SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS HAS REOPENED! Please be patient as many families will be logging on. If you have questions about grades or attendance please email your teacher. Thank you for your patience and GRACE!

The Decatur ISD school board voted to form a committee of stakeholders interested in investigating possible grant funding opportunities for DISD. Staff and community members are invited to join this group. Please call 940.393.7100 if you are interested. #weAREdecatur

Decatur ISD has called a NO TAX INCREASE bond election for Nov. Register to VOTE by October 10th. https://www.decaturisdbond.com/ #weAREdecatur

September 27th Decatur ISD will "GO GOLD" to raise awareness and show support of childhood cancer. Please join us in wearing gold on September 27th! #weAREdecatur pdf:https://5il.co/24arw

MMS students have shown lots of GRIT in the last few weeks! We encourage you to talk as a family about a time you had to use grit and the outcome. Check out these contest winners from our Eagletime lessons over GRIT as a part of the Portrait of an EAGLE lessons.

Monday starts Hello Week! We challenge students, staff, parents, and friends of Decatur ISD to join us! Together we can make a difference. #weAREdecatur