Week 11: October 15-19th
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HISPANIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTHNational Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) is when we recognize the contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States, celebrating their heritage and culture. It was first celebrated for a week, enacted by President Lyndon Johnson in 1968. In 1988, it was expanded for a full 30 days, beginning on September 15, the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries. |
FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTHFilipino American History Month was established by the Filipino American National Historical Society in the year 1988. In 2009, it became a nationally recognized celebration in the U.S. |
LGBTQ HISTORY MONTHLGBTQ History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements first celebrated in 1994. In the United States, it is celebrated in October to coincide with National Coming Out Day on October 11. |
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OCTOBER 15TH
- Periods 3-5-1
- Dismissal at 3PM
- Principal’s Round Table during lunch
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Science @ 3:10 pm (Room 402)
OCTOBER 16TH
- Periods 4-6-2
- Dismissal at 3PM
- ELAC Meeting @ 8:30 am in cafeteria
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Math @ 3:10 pm (Room 601)
- Student Council Meeting @ 3:15 pm in ASB
OCTOBER 17TH
- Periods 5-1-3
- Dismissal at 3PM
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Faculty Meeting @ 3:10 pm (library)
OCTOBER 18TH
- Periods 6-2-4
- Dismissal at 3PM
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Social Science @ 3:10 pm (Room 505)
OCTOBER 19TH
- Periods 5-6-1-2-3-4
- Dismissal at 1PM
- STEAM Friday
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
OCTOBER 20TH
- MSAL Playoffs @ Olympian High School (8:00 am to 12:00 pm)
- Saturday Academies @ SOM (8:00 am to 12:00 pm)
STEAM CHALLENGE # 2
- October 26th
LIGHTS ON AFTER SCHOOL (FALL FESTIVAL)
- October 26th (1:15 pm – 3:30 pm)
COMPACT FOR SUCCESS FIELD TRIP
- October 27th
Welcome Back! Week 10: October 8th-12th
October 10th
- Periods 1-3-5
- Dismissal at 3PM
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: ELA in room 303
October 11th
- Periods 2-4-6
- Dismissal at 3PM
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Social Science @ 3:10 pm (Room 505)
October 12th
- Periods 4-5-6-1-2-3
- Dismissal at 1PM
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
October 13th
- Saturday Academy 8-12PM
Fall Break September 22nd-October 9th
Southwest Middle School will be closed from Saturday, September 22nd-Tuesday, October 9th due to our Fall break.
Take this opportunity to make up missing assignments, improve your grades and recharge! Have a wonderful and restful 2.5 weeks!
No Saturday School Saturday, September 22nd!
Due to Fall break, there will be no Saturday Academy this weekend!
Week 9: September 17th-21st
September 17th
- National Hispanic Heritage Month
- Spirit Week: “‘Merica” Monday
- Periods 3-5-1
- Dismissal at 3PM
- Principal’s Round Table during lunch
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Science @ 3:10 pm (Room 402)
- Knowledge Bowl Practice 3-4PM (Room 803)
September 18th
- Spirit Week: Famous Duo Day
- Periods 4-6-2
- Dismissal at 3PM
- ELAC Meeting @ 8:30 am in cafeteria
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Math @ 3:10 pm (Room 601)
- Student Council Meeting @ 3:15 pm in ASB
September 19th
- Spirit Week: Kindness Wednesday
- Periods 5-1-3
- Dismissal at 3PM
- Counselors conduct Credit Checks through ELA classes
- Tutoring: ELA in room 303
September 20th
- Spirit Week: Superhero Day
- Periods 6-2-4
- Dismissal at 3PM
- Counselors conduct Credit Checks through ELA classes
- STEAM Fair Workshop during lunch (Room 803)
- Math Cafe @ 12:20- pm
- Tutoring: Social Science @ 3:10 pm (Room 505)
- Superheroes Dance @ 5:30 pm (cafeteria)
September 22nd – October 7th
- Fall Break
Calling all Superheroes! Superhero Spirit Week starts next Monday!
‘Merica Monday 9/17
- A salute to our everyday heroes! Wear Red, White, and Blue! Camouflage colors or a shirt to represent San Diego’s armed forces are also allowed.
- Please, no props, hats, beanies, spaghetti straps, short shorts, cropped shirts, flip flops, etc.
Famous Duo Day 9/18
- Wear a shirt to represent famous partnerships from your favorite shows or movies.
- Please, no props, hats, beanies, spaghetti straps, short shorts, cropped shirts, flip flops, etc
Kindness Wednesday 9/19
- It’s Kindness Month! Let’s promote kindness and compassion by wearing a shirt that represents acts of kindness.
- Please, no props, hats, beanies, spaghetti straps, short shorts, cropped shirts, flip flops, etc.
Superhero Day 9/20
- Wear a shirt to represent your favorite comic book hero!
- And the Superhero Dance is tonight!
- No violent or offensive items on clothing, no props, hats, beanies, spaghetti straps, short shorts, cropped shirts, flip flops, etc.
Disney Day 9/21
- Many of us are going to visit the Happiest Place on Earth during the Fall Break! Wear your Disney gear!
- Please, no props, hats, beanies, spaghetti straps, short shorts, cropped shirts, flip flops, etc.
Spirit Activities during lunch all week! Stop by the ASB Quad area to play and participate! Winners will receive ASB Dollars!
Accessing the internet off-campus
Southwest Middle School
2710 Iris Avenue
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 628-4000
Just a friendly reminder on how to access the internet off-campus, using your iPad…
iBoss Access
- Have your student click on the iBoss app on their iPad at home:
- If no app appears your student’s iPad, please type in this address:
https://cluster121751-swg.ibosscloud.com/mobileLogin
- Have them log in with the following:
Username: iboss1
Password: suhsd1
- Students will be able to access internet at home. Please mention to save the link as a shortcuts or bookmark it for future usage.
ELAC Parent Meeting Tuesday, September 18th
School Site Council Meetings
School Site Council Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month.
