​Dearest Students,

It's a new year here at Sugardale Middle School, and we are so happy to have you all as our students. In order to ensure that you have a great academic year, I'd like to give you a few pointers that may help you to succeed.

First of all, attendance is key! If you want to do well this year, we had better see your smiling faces every day, unless you are really sick! Then, of course you ought to stay at home until you feel better!

Next, Sugardale students should remember to turn off their phones or other tech devices while in class unless otherwise instructed by a teacher. We all know that technology is a fun way to spend time, but you mustn't disrupt your lessons or other students with this kind of distraction.

Finally, after-school tutoring is available if you need extra help. You shouldn't be embarrassed to ask for help because everyone needs some help now and again! If you feel you are falling behind in some subjects, you might want to talk to your parents about staying after school. We have great tutors! And snacks, too!

Wishing you the best in this school year,

Principal Jones

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​3. It isn’t a good idea to believe everything you read on the internet.

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​Marie wants to go to a concert tonight with her new boyfriend. She has only one ticket, one that she won last week on a radio show. She cannot find any more tickets for the show (are sold out). What should she do?