• SSC/ELAC
  Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2012
  Time: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
  Place: Library

Purpose of Meeting – Discuss ELL LEP Fund Spending; Community School Strategic Site Plan

Light refreshments provided and all families are welcome to attend!

• PTA Meeting
  Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2012
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Multi-Purpose Room

Notice:  This is a date change to accommodate the Kinder Wine Tasting Auction Party on Thursday.

Complimentary Child Care/Film & Dinner Provided

• JM CHOIR PERFORMANCE
  Date: Thursday, January 19, 2012
  Time: 6:30 to 7:30
  Place: Multi-Purpose Room

Come and listen to our JM Choir lift their voice in song.  The more the merrier!

• MLK ORATORICAL
  Date: Friday, January 20, 2012
  Time: 10:15 a.m.
  Place: Multi-Purpose Room

• Spirit Day
  Date: Wednesday, January 25
  All Day

P-Jacky Hair Day:  Wacky Hair Styles with Pajamas!

Join in the fun and show your school spirit by coming to school with a wacky hair style and wearing your favorite pajamas.

• School Closed – Professional Development Day
  Date: Friday, January 27

• NED News:
  Sales are over on January 13, 2012
  Starting Tuesday, Yo-Yos are only allowed to be taken out before and after school in the NED Zones only. Students must remember to keep the yo-yo in their holster or pocket or backpack during school hours.

Thanks to our yo-yo sales, our school will Pay it
Forward for two schools to have the NED Assembly. We also raised money for our school. %15 of the sales go to support our school with a NED Certificate.

The Ned Show provides 100% Satisfaction to our students. If your yo-yo is broken, please email Thanson@allforkids.com.
When you contact them tell them your yo-yo type, color and the issue. Don’t forget your return mailing address and they will send you a replacement yo- yo.
The shipping is free, too!

Fun NED Facts
Q. How old is the yo-yo? 1930’s?
# Actually, the yo-yo can be tracked back to500BC!
Go to www.TheNedShow.com to learn how to care for yo-yo and do cool tricks!

• Congratulations Spelling Bee Participants!
  We had (11) 3rd Grade Spelling Participants and (19) 4th and 5th Grade Participants.

Dylan Hughes, Ms. Ulrich’s 4th Grade Class is our 1st Place Winner and Mollie Sanford-Eckhaus is our Runner-up

Jonah Bloom, Ms. Palmer’s 3rd Grade Class is our 1st Place Winner and Marley Byles is our Runner-up

District Spelling Bee
February 9, 2012

• Please attend our annual Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical
  Friday, January 20 at 10:15 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room
  “The time is always right to do what is right.”
  -Martin Luther King Jr.

Hello Everyone!

Last Friday (1/6), we held a very fun and exciting assembly called the NED Show.  It was a great show to have the first week off of a long break, because it reminded the students all about our school’s message of Journey to Personal Excellence.  The important message the students received:

• NEVER GIVE UP
• ENCOURAGE OTHERS
• DO YOUR BEST

What I loved about the assembly was it talked about having a positive attitude, setting goals, and believing in yourself.   The other aspect of the assembly was the yo-yo fun incorporated throughout the show.  This week only (1/9 – 1/13) we are going to be selling yo-yo and accessories to students in front of the school.

Yo-yo costs are:

• The Ned Yo Yo (glow in the dark) $6.50
• The Boomerang  $10.00
• The Cosmic Spin Z  $15.00
• String, Holsters, and how to DVDs are $3.50 each

Any yo-yo that breaks may be returned and exchanged for free at the sale booth and strings that knot up can be adjusted by our student helpers.  After this week is finished, the product is guaranteed by the NED Show Company.  Parents may call a 1-877-872-9696 ext. 101 to talk with a live person who is happy to assist.

Students will be able to practice yo-yoing this week at school in designated areas only.  After this week, I am asking that students only use them before and after school.

Teachers may confiscate any yo yo from a student found to be breaking the NED Rules.  These Rules are posted in the NED |Zone Area.

The proceeds go to support the free event for other schools and it is also a fundraiser for the School.

SPELLING BEE
On Monday (1/9), all participating 3rd, 4Th, and 5Th Graders will take the written Spelling Bee test in their classrooms with their teacher.  The top five students in both 3rd Grade Classes will have a chance to compete at the oral Spelling Bee Assembly on Friday (1/13).  (This is new for our 3rd Graders)  The top four students in each of the 4Th and 5Th Grade classes will also compete on Friday (1/13) in a separate competition from the 3rd Graders.  The top student and alternate in either the fourth or fifth grade class will go on to compete at the District’s Spelling Bee.  Last year our student representative was Mollie Sanford-Eckhaus!

MARTIN LUTHER KING Oratorical Event
On Friday (1/20), our school will host the Oratorical Event.  This is an excellent time for students to honor the great orators in our history through speech and poetry.  Participating students will have an opportunity to make their entry in to the competition official by completing a sign up form.  Their teacher will have the form this week for the students.  This event is open to all students.  We ask that you work with your child to memorize the piece and talk with them about the importance of internalizing the meaning of the words.

SCHOOL CLOSED
MONDAY, JANUARY 16 AND FRIDAY, JANUARY 27 are School Closure Days.  Please add these dates to your calendars and make arrangements in advance.

LOST AND FOUND
The lost and found was purged over the Winter Break.  I kept any item that had a readable name on it.  What I found to be the most puzzling was that students did not recognized their own clothing even with their name on it when I attempted to give it back to them.  Unfortunately, most of the clothes in the lost and found did not have a name on them.  Please take the time to write your child’s full name on everything.  It really helps to identify them and return them to their owners.

PRINCIPAL’S ASSIGNMENT
I am so impressed; already three students have turned in fantastic reports about their grandparents’ school experience.  As a reminder, this month’s assignment is to have students connect with an elderly family member or friend, and interview them about their experience in school.  I think the students will be surprised to hear how different and the same school was back then and now.  The students may turn in their report in any format:  collage, poster, essay, question and answer format or something else.  Assignments are due by 9am on Jan 20Th.

On Friday, January 20th at 2:00 p.m. we will have an assembly for participating students and their guests in the MPR.

Thank you for all that you do to make our school special!  The staff and I appreciate all of your love and support,

Ms. Smith

Dear Joaquin Miller Parents and Families:

On the behalf of the JM Teachers and Staff, I would like to thank you for your warm wishes, cards, and gifts from the heart. We all truly feel valued and appreciated! January, twenty-eleven, is an opportunity to reset and renew our commitment to provide excellent academic instruction and personal individual support to Every Child, Every Day!

Breakfast Bank
Thanks to many JM families, we have been able to support students with food to eat for breakfast, snack, and sometimes lunch. We are well stocked; however, we could still use the following items:

• Juice Boxes
• Pudding Cups/Jello Cups
• Fruit Cups
• Whole Fruit

We are currently serving approximately 20 students a day across all grades. Your contributions have made a huge difference in their lives and ability to focus in class.

Enrichment Classes
The Spring Session is fast approaching, and families will have to weigh the costs of these programs again for their child. Please note that the School, along with the PTA offers a 50% scholarship to each child for one class per Session. Parents may pick up a Scholarship Request in the office. The upcoming January Walkie-Talkie will have more information about the classes’ availability.

Spelling Bee Event – Friday, January 14 at 10:15 a.m.
I am so excited to announce that we had 63 JM students in the 4th and 5th participate in this year’s Written Spelling Bee Competition. Out of those 63 students, 16 will move on to the next round. Here are the names of the 16 students moving to the oral part of the competition on Friday: Jacki Verduzco, Sophia Conte, Bryce Suzuki, Kameela Hall, Avery Zak, Molly Sanford-Eckhouse, Kelly Flores, Georgie Pease, Carly Mandel, Jono Phillippi, Alex Arriola, Jaiden Zak, Toby Bazeley, Lucy Kho, Skylar Scott, and Ana Granados. Congratulations to these students. Please study hard for the next round.

Thank you, Mrs. Goldberg, for assisting us as our Spell Master for the Written Test Round.

Oratorical Event – Thursday, January 20 at 10:15 a.m.
Entries for this powerful oratorical performance have been coming in. Ms. Cooper Campbell and Ms. Meagher are coordinating this competition. Sign-up forms are located in the front office. This is a very nice event, and parents are invited to join us.

School Heating Issue Update
Our heat is on and working. However, the District Building and Grounds department is installing new gas lines and repairing faulty electrical wires under the school. The lower yard is impacted by this work, but we are working closely to ensure the safety of all students. Please do not cross into areas close off with construction caution tape. Thank you for your patience.

School Site Council – Thursday January 20 at 5:30 p.m. in the Library
We encourage parents interested in learning more about the inner workings of the school, school wide data information, and providing input to the 2011-2012 School Site Plan should attend this terrific staff and parent meeting. This council needs a minimum of 5 parents to fully participate. We need at least three more parents to commit to this important school body. We will provide a refreshments and childcare. Please let me know in advance if childcare is requested.

English Language Learners’ Council – Next Meeting Saturday, February 5 at 9:30 a.m.
We will resume meeting in February. We will focus on a Student Data Talk with parents. Please let us know if you are planning to attend, and we will have a folder of your child’s student data available to review with you. We will also start to develop a school plan to better meet the needs of students. All are welcome. Refreshments and childcare will be provided. Please sign up in the office this month.

School Policy for Letters of Recommendation for 5th Grade
In general, teachers may not be able to complete student recommendations due to time constraints, work load, and philosophical differences about supporting non-public institutions. Parents may request the school’s office to send transcripts, grades and test scores, and/or individual student recommendations. The office will comply with your request in a timely manner. Please provide stamped addressed envelopes for recommendations.

Cold Weather Clothing
Over the next couple of months, we may experience extremely cold and rainy weather. I have instructed all students to dress in clothing that will protect them from the elements. Proper pants, long sleeve shirts, coats, or sweat jackets should be worn. Teachers will take extra time to ensure that students go outside with their outer wear on or before releasing them from all recess. We all care tremendously about your children, and we want to ensure that all of our students are properly protected from this Winter Season of cold weather.

Options Application Due to Office by Friday, January 14, 2011
Parents of 5th Grade students please come into the office to pick up your child(ren)’s Options Form no later than Thursday, January 13, 2011. This is the only way to have your child choose their top choices for Middle School. After the 14th deadline, parents must submit their Options Applications directly to the Student Assignment Office.

Community Appreciations
Thank you parents, Helene, and the Computer Lab Committee for installing the upgrade to our Computer Lab. The new computers will be a terrific asset to our students’ learning experience.

Thank you to the Dad’s Club for painting both our Music Room and our Computer Lab. The colors help to brighten up the place and create a pleasant environment for our students.

Thank you to Kim Davis and Jean Ingram for organizing a month of Parent School Tours and events to promote our wonderful school to the community at large.

Thanks to Cynthia Frenz and Karen Fee for organizing delicious monthly luncheons for the school’s staff.

Shout out to Jenny Fogelin and Elena Sobel for hosting a very fun New Year’s Party for the families of Joaquin Miller!

Shout out to the Barton family and the Potter family for helping to make Xmas special for a member of our community this year.

Sincerely,

Ms. Smith
Principal

Oct. 21 & 22 Picture Day is broken in to two days: k-2 on Thursday and 3-5 on Friday. No money is needed on the day of the picture session.

Oct. 22 Pumpkin Patch Day. Pumpkins will be on display in true pumpkin patch style for students who prepaid for a pumpkin. This is also a great time to take pictures. Students may turn in their slip and money to either the teacher or the office. Cash or check made out to Joaquin Miller is accepted.

Oct. 27 Pajacky Hair Day. Where your hair in a crazy style while adorning your favorite pajamas.

Oct. 29 Halloween Parade Day. At 12:40 Students will meet on the rear yard with their class to parade around in their costumes. Remember, no scary masks are allowed, because small children will be present. But students may wear a non-scary headdress that goes with their costume during the parade only. No toy weapons should come to school, leave those at home. Parents are allowed to come and dress their child during lunch or take their child home to dress. Please be mindful of the start time.

October is Raffle Mania!

October is the month to celebrate and learn about RESPECT as a community.

Auction Tickets are on sale now!

Paulette Smith

Dear Joaquin Miller Families:

October is the month we focus on Respect. At our Wolverine Pride Assembly, we talked about the values of Respect, such as using “I” messages, valuing differences, and treat people with kind words and actions. This year we will hold up one new life skill each month. Please talk with your child about the month’s skill and how we can apply it to our everyday life both at school and at home. Through our caring school community commitment, we have implemented community appreciations at our Pride assemblies. The students and teachers stood up to give powerful testimonial appreciations to their peers and adult helpers. Their practice in affirming another’s gift of kindness and support aligns with our school vision to achieve socially caring students.

October is the month when we begin our first round of assessments in English Language Arts, writing and math. These assessments are designed to check students’ progress in these areas, so that teachers have formative data to address any learning gaps or potential need for additional academic support. This year we are implementing a more systematic approach to supporting students who would benefit from additional small group tutorial with a certificated teacher. Letters are going out this week to families of students who will attend a session for up to 6 weeks. These unique sessions are free of charge to the recommended students, we ask that identified students attend regularly and give their best effort. Please note that these sessions are carefully planned and address specific learning objectives in a small group session. The groups may change as students become proficient in the targeted learning outcome and new student groups will form. Please feel free to talk with your teacher, if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child or the program.

Community communication happens in many forms. Please make sure that you are plugged in to the school’s website: www.joaquinmiller.org, PTA yahoo group, the Walkie Talkie, classroom newsletters, and the principal’s newsletter. Sometimes we will send out automated calls to the numbers listed in Aeries. We do our best to keep families aware of school programs, events, and other business. If you ever, need clarification please do not hesitate to contact the office.

Best regards,

Paulette Smith
Principal

SALAD BAR NEEDS TWO ADULT VOLUNTEERS!
Joaquin Miller values our healthy food choices offered through the Salad Bar program. Every school commits to staffing the salad bar with student and parent volunteers. We need two adults to come in from 11:50 to 12:20 each day. If you are interested in supporting the salad bar and ensuring that the program continues to benefit students, send me an email at Paulette.smith@ousd.k12.ca.us. Thank you.

BREAKFAST
You may remember that last year, I attempted to bring breakfast services to JM. Unfortunately, we did not have the 50 students needed to continue the nutrition program. This year I am noticing a number of our students stating that they have not had access to breakfast. I am looking for JM families to donate quick food items or cereal and milk to provide food to students in need. If you are able to contribute, please drop off the food items to the office. Perishables like milk or juice would need to be replenished weekly, but other healthy staples have a longer shelf life. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of kids.

SSC and ELAC
School Site Council will be combined with the English Language Advisory Council this year. Schools are required to establish a working advisory council for parents to provide input in to school programs that serve children. Our next meeting is on Thursday, October 21, 2010 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. We need parents to come out and support these important parent forums. Your voice and collaboration are valued resources at our school. I hope to see you there.

JM COMMUNITY APPRECIATIONS
I would like to appreciate Mr. Zimmerman and Mr. Hubbard for coming out to teach the kindergarten students all about Fire Safety!

Gail Alcock, Mr. Poon and Mr.Takeuchi, were accompanied by two of our music students, Georgie and Rebecca during a wonderful musical theater assembly for all students!

Shout out to Mr. Morelli for organizing support for the San Bruno Families in the PG&E tragedy.

Helene Moore and Teachers have joined forces to protect the watershed of Sausal Creek with students this year. This means that participating classes will once again take the trek to Sausal Creek to restore native plants in the area.

TARGET TAKE CHARGE OF EDUCATION PROGRAM
Target stores have a great, easy to do program for parents to sign up to support schools. If you are a Target customer and use their red card, please go to this website: Visit www.target.com/tcoe and enter your school name or school ID to view and designate your current school.

Some families are already doing this, and we did receive a check for the school in the amount of $450.00 this year. The possibilities are vast, and there are no additional costs to enroll in the program. Every bit counts!

All Schools Will Participate in the Statewide Earthquake Drill—Thursday, October 21 at 10:21am
In observance of the National Preparedness Month and in conjunction with our on-going efforts to promote safety and emergency preparedness, the upcoming statewide drill is a great opportunity for OUSD to show that we are serious about safety and emergency preparedness. Please see attachments for more information about “The Great California Shake Out.”

Mugsy Clicks School Photos – October 21
Mugsy Clicks, is the official fabulous picture company for JM. Please plan ahead to have your child ready for picture day. Remember, children do not pre-pay for the pictures. A flyer detailing the purchasing procedure will be forth coming.

J&G Trees Harvest Pumpkin Patch – October 22
J&G Trees Harvest Patch is new this year. Students will have an opportunity to pre-purchase pumpkins for $2.50 or $3.00 with their teacher. Then they will visit the JM Pumpkin Patch to select their pumpkin. We will cover the fee for any child wishing to participate, but can not afford to. Please let your child’s teacher know, if you need assistance.

Our Family Coalition is pleased to invite you to participate in our 5th Annual East Bay LGBTQ Inclusive Schools Forum.  This forum is designed so that LGBTQ and ally parents, teachers, and principals will engage in conversations about creating, maintaining, and strengthening welcoming and safe schools for all children. This offers a great opportunity to strategize ways to help move your school forward in making your schools LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) inclusive. School communities will discuss a variety of different approaches including parent education events, supportive policies and how to include lessons specifically related to anti-bullying, family diversity and gender stereotypes. For the first time ever we will present data to help us better understand why so many fear this work in elementary schools, and provide concrete demonstrations of lesson plans.

The forum will take place at Malcolm X Arts & Academics Magnet Elementary, located at 1731 Prince Street in Berkeley on Wednesday, November 3rd from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.  There is a suggested donation of $5 per adult and $5 per child. No one will be turned away for a lack of funds.

We would love to have you and members of your school and district community participate – parents, teachers, administrators, counselors, classified staff and any other interested people.  Please RSVP by October 20th at www.ourfamily.org to let us know how many people from your site plan to attend.

Please distribute copies of the enclosed flyer to your school community.  If you would like additional copies of the flyer, electronic promotional materials or have questions about participation, please contact Erin Prendergast at 415-981-1960 or erin@ourfamily.org. Our Family Coalition looks forward to your participation in what promises to be an informative and valuable community event.

Sincerely,

Judy Appel
Executive Director

Our Family Coalition promotes the equality and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer families with children.  We foster community leadership in advocacy efforts that promote social justice.

Headquarters: 870 Market St., Ste. 872, San Francisco, CA 94102
East Bay Office: 344 40th St., Oakland, CA 94609
www.ourfamily.org · 415-981-1960

Dear Joaquin Miller Families:

Welcome to a wonderful new school year at Joaquin Miller. Our teachers have prepared a rigorous academic program for your child. We have many exciting school activities planned for the year. We foster a caring school community and we welcome parent collaboration.

Our school community builds teamwork and school spirit through our commitment to being safe, being respectful, and being responsible. Our goal is to ensure that all students do their best in the classroom, on the playground, and in everything we do. I wish you a happy and productive year!

Our Parent Information Handbook has been prepared as a resource for you, to acquaint you with the routine schedules, procedures, and programs of Joaquin Miller.

If you have a question or need additional information please don’t hesitate to call the school office.

Welcome!

Sincerely,

Paulette Smith
Principal

TO: Parents, Community Members, Teachers and Other Staff and Students

You are invited to attend a meeting to establish our School Site Council (SSC)

On September 14, 2010 at 4:00 pm  o’clock in the School Library.

At this meeting, parents/community members will have an opportunity to elect parent and community representatives to the council.  Teachers and other staff members will be elected by their peer groups to serve as school representatives.

California Ed. Code (64001 (a) requires schools which receive State and Federal funding, to establish a SSC. The major responsibilities of the SSC include the development of a Single Plan for Student Achievement (the Site Plan), monitor its implementation, evaluate the results, and make modifications as needed.

This council offers an excellent opportunity for parents, community members and site personnel to work together and plan for student achievement. We encourage you to attend this meeting and elect your representatives to our School Site Council.

Sincerely,

Paulette Smith
Principal

June 11, 2010- A Message from the Office of Paulette Smith

Dear Joaquin Miller Students and Families:

It has been a terrific school year.  Alas, it will be difficult to watch all of you go off to your vacation for the summer.  It has been great fun learning the names and personalities of 363 Joaquin Miller students!  I was told by many students at the beginning of the year that JM is a very special place, and I have to say their vision became my new reality.  I am so proud to be the principal of our school’s community.  This year we have focused upon school climate, building community, environmental and social concerns, and providing a balanced curriculum.  We added several new programs such as, Safety Patrol, the Green Team, Grandparent’s Day, the Holiday Bazaar, and special school-wide activities and events.  Our Caring School Community Program effort was tremendously successful.  Students learned the value of communication, empathy, and bullying awareness.  We loved having the special Buddies program this year.  We will continue to implement the CSC program next year and we are planning even better school wide activities to build community.  I have seen first hand the warm generosity of our students, families, teachers, and staff and how that support has enhanced our school.  Everyone gives their heart and soul to make this school an AMAZING place to learn and to grow.

I wanted to update you all with more information about transitions that will be taking place as we end this year and begin the upcoming school year.  As you know, transitions are a normal part of the life of any organization, including our school.  We work to support people as they choose their next steps in their education/life/work journey.  We are also responsible for having a clear vision, theory of action and providing the support to enable new staff to successfully come aboard.

I thank you for joining me in appreciating the service, leadership and contributions of all who are leaving and for welcoming and supporting all who are joining the JM team.  In doing our best work for students, our greatest asset is our people!

WITH MANY THANKS TO:

• Jacquline Treese – 2^nd Grade Teacher
  After 10 years of service, Jackie will be leaving on her well deserved retirement.  We know that she and her husband have many plans to relax and travel.  We wish you well.

• Carolyn Jones – EEIP Teacher
  Ms. Jones has been a very important part of our community over the years; she will move on to a different school next year.

WELCOME TO JM:

• Suzanna Mori – Kindergarten Teacher
  Ms. Mori has been in the District for many years, she most recently spent time in the Adult Ed Department.  She has experience as a Kindergarten teacher and we are very pleased that she will be joining us.

• Sue Morgan – EEIP Teacher
  Ms. Morgan has been a prep teacher at Glenview and Sequoia Elementary; she will be joining our team two days a week.  She has extensive background in teaching science and ecology to students of diverse backgrounds.  She will be an excellent addition to our staff.

Best regards,
Paulette Smith, Principal

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Star testing Information
Parents should expect CST ELA and Math results to arrive in the mail, in August.  These scores provide you with a broad picture about your child’s academic progress as demonstrated on a standardized test.  The data sheet also lets the family know about their child’s recommended reading level, and they provide a link to a book list for that reading level.

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SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM AT JM
If you are enrolled in our program this summer, we will see you on June 29, 2010 at 8:30 AM.  Our staff will include the following educators:

• Ms. Smith, Principal
• Ms. Harper, Attendance Clerk
• Mr. Jackson, Custodian
• Ms. Henry (Crocker Highlands), Teacher
• Ms. Savage, Teacher
• Ms. Hill-Roy, Teacher
• Ms. Chanter (Montclair) Teacher
• Ms. Green, Teacher

We are really looking forward to an intensive, but fun program for the students.  Thank you for participating in this year’s Summer Learning Program.  I would like to thank the Oakland Unified School District for supporting this special Area Program for our students.

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MOVING? NOT RETURNING NEXT YEAR?
If you know that your child is not returning to Joaquin Miller for the 2010-2011 school year, please let us know so that we can give you the appropriate paper work to take to the new school.  This information also helps us to plan class configurations for next year.  If you are not moving, you do not need to do anything.  We will see you on August 28, 2010 for registration day!  Please visit the JM Website for details.

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Kindergarten Registration
If you have a student entering kindergarten in the fall, please ensure that immunizations and health reports are complete.  The District mandates that this information is current and presented at the time of registration before enrollment can be completed.  Avoid delays by having all of the required documents!

Registration Day is Saturday, August 28, 2010.
Times and information are listed on our wonderful JM website.

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Graduation Promotion Ceremony is Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 2:00 PM.   I am truly excited about this opportunity to promote our young ladies and gentlemen to middle school and beyond.  They have a special place in my heart, because this is my first promoting class of my career as principal of JM.  I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed getting to know each of them.  They have demonstrated excellence in both academics and in personal growth.  This class is talented, athletic, and each student has developed their own unique style while still maintaining a very connected family amongst their class.

I would like to appreciate the families of these students for their dedication, commitment and support over the years.  Your involvement has meant a world of difference for both your child and our school.  Thank you from my heart.

Ms. Smith

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Counseling Services
Individual therapeutic services will continue during the Summer Learning Program.  Ezri Chioma is very excited to offer this resource to our families and students.  Please contact her directly to arrange times.  I appreciate Ms. Chioma for her outstanding commitment and service to our boys and girls this year.  She has really made a difference in their lives this year.

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A special written story by Claire, Kiara, Ryan, Kayla, Meredith and David in Mrs. Green’s class:

Chippy the Squirrel

Chippy is a squirrel.  When it’s a rainy day recess, he rules the playground.  He eats out of the trash can.  When it’s raining his tail spikes up and he hides under the water fountain.  Suddenly, a crow swooped down and landed on the trash can.  My classmates and I watched Chippy.  A Crow flew away.  Chippy went back under the water fountain, and then Chippy started eating an apple core.  The crow flew down, and Chippy jumped.  The Crow almost hit Chippy.  The Crow flew away, and Chippy ran away.

On a rainy day in our class, we wrote this true story.