- Summerour MS
- Rising 6th Graders
Rising 6th Graders & Other New Students
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Welcome to Summerour Middle School
We are excited to see all of our new students. To help you navigate and familiarize yourself with Summerour Middle School, we've put together a few resources here.
(click the headlines below to open each section)

New Student Info
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Sneak-A-Peek
Rising 6th Graders
Sneak-A-Peek
April 14 & 15, 2021
5 - 6 p.m.On April 14 and April 15 we will be hosting "Sneak-A-Peek" events. Each night we will host 20 families only from 5pm - 6pm at Summerour to get a preview of the building and next year's schooling.
Sign Up Here for your slot to attend
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School Tour & Other Videos
Summerour Middle School is a big school. How about a tour? (fixed link, 4/19/21)
Summerour Middle School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school. What does that mean?
Summerour Middle School is a proud Blue Devil school. Listen to an overview from our counselors and peer leaders.
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Uniform Dress Code
Uniform dress code policy:
- Slacks and skirts should be tan, black or blue
- Shirts must be collared and light blue, dark blue, or white
- Shoes must be black or white
- Hoodies are allowed during cool weather, but must be gray, blue, or black
- Hoods must be down
Gumdrop Uniforms (vendor)
While you do not have to purchase through our vendor, school-specific, dress code appropriate apparel can be purchased online via the Gumdrops company. They have many available packages. Please, check them out, even if you just need to visualize our uniforms.
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Performing Arts
Performing Arts at Summerour Middle School
The performing arts department at Summerour Middle School offers three different specialized music classes: Band, Chorus and Orchestra. We take pride at Summerour in serving some of the best and brightest students in the school. Previous knowledge of music is not necessary to join our classes! We will teach you everything that you need to know. Registration for music classes at Summerour is open to all 5th grade students. Now is the time to join! (Use the QR Code to the right to sign up)
Mr. Rodriguez
Band Director
Summerour Band Informational Video
Mrs. Clark
Chorus Director
Summerour Singers Informational Video
Ms. Huong
Orchestra Director -
Performing Arts FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does it cost a lot of money to be in a music class?
- No, each class has an annual fee of $40 to pay for your uniform shirt and additional supplies.
- How much will my instrument cost?
- There are limited instruments available to rent through Summerour for $60 a year. If you would like to play an instrument that is not available at school, you will be required to rent it from a local store. Rental fees range from $25 to $40 per month. Financial constraints will not prevent a student from participation in a music class. If you have financial challenges, go ahead and complete the interest form. Your music teacher will help you find an instrument.
- Do I need to know anything about music to join?
- ANYBODY can do it. No prior knowledge is needed. Your music director will teach you from the very beginning.
- When does music class meet?
- When a student joins music class, the class will be added to his or her daily class schedule. When the times are safe for gatherings, each student will have an after school concert or rehearsal about two to three times a year.
- What instruments am I allowed to start on?
- Band: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium
Orchestra: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Chorus: Your instrument is your voice :)
- Band: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium
- Which instrument should I choose?
- Your music teacher will meet with every future member to help them select the perfect instrument.
- You can watch the following videos to get a better idea about what to play:
- What if I have a question?
- Please click on the email link below to email one of the music teachers if you have a question.
- Mr. Rodriguez - Band | Ricardo.Rodriguez@gcpsk12.org
- Zulia Clark - Chorus | Zulia.Clark@gcpsk12.org
- Rebecca Huong - Orchestra | Rebecca.Huong@gcpsk12.org
- Please click on the email link below to email one of the music teachers if you have a question.
- Does it cost a lot of money to be in a music class?