| New Parent Newsletter - June 1
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To help keep newly enrolled families on track, we are pleased to share the fourth and final issue of the New Parent Newsletter, which is a digest of important and timely items from the New Parent Page at marist.com/newparent.
Going forward, you will receive the June, July, and August editions of the Weekly Way Newsletter, which is sent to all current parents, in addition to miscellaneous school communications.
Previous issues of the newsletter and full details regarding the information below are available on the New Parent Page. Helpful details about the start of school, school hours, carpool procedures, and buying lunch have recently been updated on the page for your convenience.
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Final Report Cards Due to Admissions
The Admissions Office requires final report cards for all newly enrolled students. Kindly email a copy of your child’s final report card and any spring standardized test results directly to admissions@marist.com by Friday, June 16. Please do not assume your child’s school will automatically send documents to our office. Thank you for your prompt attention.
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Important Upcoming Communications
Parents of new students will soon receive several important emails from various school departments. Please keep an eye on your inbox (and your junk/spam folders) for the following:
- Marist.com Login: Next week, parents will receive instructions to log in to the Marist website in order to access the resource board and school directory.
- PowerSchool Access: By July 1, parents will receive instructions to set up PowerSchool access. Marist uses PowerSchool to manage all information for courses, schedules, and grades. Your child’s student ID number and class registration list in PowerSchool will be necessary to purchase textbooks once the online bookstore opens July 17.
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Health Forms Due Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the deadline for newly enrolled students to complete required health forms and health-related tasks for the 2023-2024 school year in Magnus Health. This includes three Georgia High School Association forms and Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation form with physical exam dated between April 1, 2023 and June 2, 2023. The most updated versions of these forms are available to download and print from your Magnus account.
If your family is new to Marist, you should have received a welcome email from Magnus (service@magnushealthportal.com) on May 2. Please contact the Marist Clinic if you have not yet logged in or you are having trouble logging in, as you will likely need your password reset. If you already have a Magnus account for a current Marist student, your new student has been added to your profile.
Regarding immunizations, the Marist Clinic will obtain your child’s Certificate of Immunization Form 3231 through the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services website, so you do not need to submit this form to the clinic. Please ensure your child is up to date on all required immunizations by Friday, June 2.
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Laptop Pick-Up & Training Begins June 7
As a friendly reminder, please register for laptop pick-up and training this summer. Once your child picks up the laptop, he/she will have access to Marist email and should check it frequently for important communications from the Marist Clinic, Technology Help Desk, and more.
- Date Options: June 7-8, June 14-15, July 26-27, August 2
- Location: Marist Library, located on the 2nd floor of Wooldridge Center.
- Registration: Sign up for a student/parent tech session.
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New Parent Support Committee
The New Parent Support Committee has the pleasure of matching families new to Marist with experienced, current parents to help with a smooth transition to the Marist community. All pairings are now complete, and you should hear from your Marist parent host by Friday, June 2. We encourage you to connect with your host over the summer and use her/him as an additional resource for all things Marist. Please don’t hesitate to contact the New Parent Support Committee Co-Chairs, Tara Bartelt and Sonja Greeley, at maristnewparent@gmail.com should you have any questions or if your host does not make contact in a timely fashion.
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Summer Reading 2023
New students, begin planning now for summer reading.
- What's required? All new students must submit the Summer Reading Pledge promising to read at least one book for pleasure this summer. Choose a book from any genre or subject that is appropriate for you and that you have not already read.
- What’s due when school starts? Two short responses are due on the first day of school: a six-word reflection on your reading and a brief paragraph.
- Is summer reading in addition to projects assigned by teachers? Yes, for example, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens” by Sean Covey is also required for incoming 7th grade students.
- How can I learn more? Visit the Summer Reading website at marist.com/summerreading.
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Preparing for 7th Grade
Parents of rising 7th graders, please review the "Preparing for 7th Grade" section of the New Parent Page for helpful information, including:
- Marist Science Camp
- Required summer assignment
- Required agenda
- Suggested school supplies
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| Campus Store
Marist uniform polos are currently available at the Marist Campus Store. You can purchase your polos in store or online. Please do not wait until August to purchase your polos.
- Store Summer Hours: June 6-29; Tues/Wed/Thurs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed for July; reopens in August.
- Online Store: Open now through July 31. All online orders can be picked up in August.
Additionally, please note the following new guidelines for uniform outerwear:
- Crew sweatshirts are now available for purchase via the online store and will be available in store during the school year.
- Fleece quarter zips will be available in store in August.
- Full zip fleece jackets will be available in store in August OR can be purchased at our uniform suppliers.
- Performance quarter zips will be available in store in September.
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Speech & Debate Workshop
The Marist Speech & Debate program is excited to host a free summer workshop for students in grades 7-10. The workshop will be in Ivy Street Center on Saturday, June 17 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. For more information and to register, please visit our Google Site. Pre-registration by June 15 is required for this event.
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Football Information
- Football is a no-cut team, and no experience is necessary to join.
- Interested 7th-9th graders submit this form.
- A mandatory players/parents/coaches meeting is Sunday, July 30 at 6 p.m. in Centennial Center. Mandatory conditioning practice begins Monday, July 31.
- Contact: maristfootball2023@gmail.com
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Cross Country Information
- Middle School: Please complete the interest form to receive additional information. The first practice is August 7 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on the front fields.
- JV/Varsity: Please complete the interest form to receive additional information. Visit maristxc.com for program details and resources.
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Campus Ministry Retreats
Please save the date for your child’s 2023-2024 grade-level Campus Ministry retreat, beginning with the 7th grade Damascus Retreat on Saturday, September 23 in the afternoon/evening on campus. The full line up of retreats for the coming school year is available on the Campus Ministry page. Retreats are led by students who are chosen and trained by faculty members to provide a meaningful and fun experience for students to grow in their relationship with God. Retreats are voluntary and more than 90% of students participate in a retreat during their time at Marist. Retreat interest forms will be emailed to parents in August.
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Save the Date: Grandparents Day 2024
Mark your calendar for Marist School Grandparents Day on Friday, April 19, 2024. Please complete the new Marist grandparent form to ensure your child’s grandparents receive our communications and invitations.
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