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Jasper High School PTSA NewsletterSeptember 16, 2010
In This Issue
Jasper Online Directory
SAGE Presentation
Jasper Cheer Night
Jasper Online Directory *
Every Jasper student is encouraged to include their student information in the PTSA Directory. This information helps students when working on group projects! This year each family is inputing their own information.
 
The deadline to be included in the directory is September17.
 
Click here to
 
 
*Only members of the PTSA will receive a printed copy of the directory.
 
 
 
Collin College - Destination College Workshops (FREE!)
Princeton Review: Getting In
Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2010 
 6:30 - 8:30 pm
 

The Princeton Review's "Getting In" seminars reveal the secrets of getting accepted to America's "finest colleges".  What will get you into college and when should you prepare?  How can you take control of the college search and not let it control you?  How can you beat the SAT and ACT?  You've got questions-- we've got answers!
 
 
There is no fee to attend, but registration is required.  Please register online by going to  www.collin.edu/destinationcollege  and clicking on the "Register" button to choose your selected workshop, or call 972.377.1772
 
 
Helpful Links
Calendar of Events
 
September 27, 6:00 pm
21st Century Learners
 
September
 30
End of 1st 6 weeks
 
 
Greetings!

Courtney GoberBy popular demand, the PTSA is repeating the program "21st Century Learners"  presented by Jasper Principal, Courtney Gober. 

 

Comments from parents included: 

-"I was completely engaged through the entire program - fantastic!" 

 

-"He is a great presenter." 

 

-"His knowledge coupled with his wit make him a most interesting presenter." 

 

-"I LOVED the discussion with Mr. Gober this week.  ... I was extremely impressed by Mr. Gober (great mix of serious and fun) and I am proud to live in a district that is so progressive in their thinking."

 

21st Century Learners

Today's learner is 'plugged in.' Some reports state that the American child spends about six hours/day using electronic devices. Although today's students understand how to access and utilize digital tools, many of them are used for entertainment purposes only. Our challenge is to integrate the same devices that students love to use into our classrooms for academic purposes.

 

If you missed the program in August, we hope you will join us on September 27 and learn how Jasper is preparing our children with the skills that will be necessary through the next century.

 
Sincerely, 
Amy Newell
Jasper HS PTSA President
 
21st Century Learners
Monday, September 27, 6:00 pm 
Jasper Presentation Room 
Challenges of Parents with Special Needs
PISD Council of PTAs Presentation 
SAGEOn Tuesday, September 21, Jill Kelly (wife of Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame QB, Jim Kelly) and her husband will speak at Prestonwood Baptist's PowerLunch. They know first-hand the challenges of raising and losing a special needs child.
 
 
Time: 11:45-1:00
Location: Park and Midway
Price: No charge for presentation; lunch can be purchased on site for $6.75 or food may be brought in from outside.
 
RSVP not necessary.
 
Jasper Cheer Night at Chick-fil-A
Jasper Cheer is hosting a Chick-fil-A Night on Wednesday, September 22, from 5 p.m. until close. Aportion of the total sales for teh evening is donated to jasper Cheer Boosters. Come support the cheerleaders!
 
 
Wednesday, September 22
 5 p.m. until close
Location: Coit Road (north of Spring Creek)
 
Jasper High School 
 
Jasper High School PTSA
6800 Archgate Drive
Plano, Texas 75024 
 469-752-7400
 
Save the Date....
 
November 1, 7:00 pm - Your Teen is Driving
Joing the Jasper PTSA for this informative program for teens and parents.   It will include discussion on current laws, insurance, and how to know when your teen is ready to drive. 
 
November 20 - Jasper HS Night at the Dallas Stars
Join the Jasper Community as the Dallas Stars take on the Colorado Avalanche.  Discounted tickets will be available!  Ticket sales begin in October.
 
January 11, 7:00 pm - Alcohol, Drugs, and Teens
What parents and teens need to know. 
 
February 22, 7:00 pm - Getting Ready For College - What You Need to Know Now     
Presented by Paul Weaver
 
April 5 - Jasper HS College Night
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Jasper PTSA
It's never to late to join the Jasper PTSA. Take advantage of the easy, online registration. To complete your membership, click on the Helpful Link to the Jasper PTSA website.
 
Offer Expires: Your opportunity to join in never expires!