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8th Grade Permission Slips, Packages, and End-of-Year Events

Posted Date: 02/09/26 (02:45 PM)
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Dear 8th Grade Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to celebrate our 8th grade students with a month full of memorable end-of-year activities, including Spirit Week, Movie Night, Awards Night, the 8th Grade Dance, and Gradtastic at SeaWorld.

Students have already received their permission slips at school. However, because we know how 8th graders are 😊, if your student has misplaced theirs, you may print and complete the attached permission slip (please excuse the length—it is four pages).

IMPORTANT: Permission Slips

  • Permission slips should be turned in as soon as possible, even if payment has not yet been made.
  • Having permission slips early helps us:
    • Select chaperones
    • Order the correct number of buses
    • Order accurate T-shirt sizes

Payment Information & Packages (MySchoolBucks Only)

All payments must be made online through MySchoolBucks.

VIP Early Bird Package (Currently Available)

  • Available until February 20th
  • Includes:
    • Gradtastic at SeaWorld (field trip & transportation)
    • Priority field trip group selection
    • Spirit Week activities
    • 8th Grade Dance
    • 8th Grade T-shirt
**On February 21, the VIP Early Bird Package will convert to the Elite Package, which is the regular end-of-year activities package priced at $160.00.

Warrior Package (Currently Available)

  • Includes:
    • Spirit Week activities
    • 8th Grade Dance
    • 8th Grade T-shirt

Gradtastic at SeaWorld Information

  • Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
  • Bus Departure: 4:00 PM (promptly)
  • Return to Campus: Approximately 1:30–2:00 AM
  • Pickup: All students must be picked up by a parent/guardian (no walkers)
  • Dress Code: Students must wear the provided 8th Grade T-shirt and follow event dress code guidelines

Other 8th Grade Events

  • Spirit Week: May 18–22, 2026 (during the school day)
  • 8th Grade Dance: May 15, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
  • Movie Night: May 18, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM

Behavior Expectations

Students are expected to follow all rules outlined in the SCPS Code of Student Conduct during all school-related activities.
Please note:
  • Any student who receives a referral resulting in In-School Suspension (ISS) or Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) will be in danger of losing their privilege to participate in end-of-year activities, including the field trip and dance.

Chaperone Information

  • Parents interested in chaperoning should indicate this on the permission slip.
  • Chaperones:
    • Are selected at a later date
    • Must be approved Dividend Volunteers for the 2025–2026 school year
    • Will receive an exclusive MySchoolBucks link once selected
    • Pay a discounted fee of $90.00 (includes T-shirt, transportation, and meal voucher)
Thank you for your continued support as we work to make our students’ final middle school year fun, safe, and unforgettable. Please return permission slips as soon as possible, and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Sincerely,
Ms. Lyons