Week of January 14th

Celebrate Literacy Week

 Click here to see the exciting events going on this week!

Monday -  Silver Day

8th Grade Assembly, Lewis and Clark, Auditorium Study Hall

Tuesday - Black Day 

Student Council Meeting, MPR, Study Hall

Wednesday - Silver Day - 1pm dismissal

Report Cards Issued

Distict Spelling Bee, Orange Ave., 9 am

SAC Meeting, 3:30 pm, Teacher's Lounge

Winterguard Practice, 1:00-4:30 pm, Gym

Volleyball, 5:30 pm, Gym

Thursday - Black Day

Chorus and Jazz Performance, Auditorium, Study Hall

Battle of the Books, Media Center, Study Hall

Chess Club - Study hall in multi-purpose room

Road Raiders, 2:00 pm, Auditorium

Chorus and Jazz Concert, Auditorium, 7 pm 

Friday-  Silver Day

Jr. Student to Student Meeting, MPR, Study Hall

Surf Club Mtg, PLC Classroom, Study Hall

Honor Band, Band Room and Cafeteria, 3 pm 

Attention 7th grade Parents

Your 7th grade student was given a flier to bring home in study hall from Take Stock in Children, an educational program in our district that provides college scholarships to deserving students who meet certain income guidelines.  Each student selected to participate in Take Stock in Children will receive a 4-year college tuition scholarship.  A mentor will be matched with the student who is a caring adult who will provide encouragement, support and friendship to the student.  These scholarships provide the student with two years of community college tuition followed by two years tuition at a state university in Florida.  Or the student may receive a two year post-secondary technical training scholarship. When selected for the program, the student (3rd - 9th grade) and his/her parents sign an agreement with Take Stock in Children that requires that the student: stay in school, have good attendance, maintain good grades, exhibit good behavior at school, and stay drug/crime free. Applications can be obtained through Mrs. Moseley in Guidance and must be returned no later than January 31st. NOTE THIS IS AN EXTENSION FROM ORIGINAL DATE and the EXTENSION DATE

Doctor Forms/Checklists - Best Practice

Athletics

SJMSAA Soccer

Cheesy Garlic Flatbread or

Personal Galaxy Cheese Pizza

Baby Carrot & Cucumber Dippers with

LF Dressing Dunk Cup

Fresh Sliced Apples

Variety of Milk

Chicken Nuggets

Beef Steak Burrito with Lettuce, Tomato,

Cheese Cup

Sweet Potato Puffs

Green Beans

Whole Grain Garlic Breadstick

Choice of 100% juice: Apple, Apple

Cherry or Fruit Punch

Variety of Milk

Dipping Sauce, Taco Sau

 UNF Camp Composition

Click here to view the UNF sponsored writing camp held in January and Februrary. 

After School Activities
We are always interested in activities that our students participate in after school. If you would like to send us information on a class, club or program your child participates in so we can publish it please email Mrs. Casper in guidance. Here is an example:
Introduction to Fly Fishing or Beginners Fly Tying Class - Black Fly Outfitter in Jacksonville offers these classes, so if you are interested call them at 904-997-2220 to reserve your space. 

Get Fit With Friends and Family

Click here to view the flyer "Get Fit with Friends and Family". A fun event held on Saturday, January 19th at Alpine Grove Park from 8am-noon. 

Field of Dreams Baseball

Spring registration is now open for the Spring 2013 Field of Dreams Baseball program. Field of Dreams is a recreational spring baseball program on a specially-designed turf field for children with special needs grades K thru 12.

Spring 2013 Creeks Softball Is Coming!

Cost: 6U & 8U $135 | 10U, 12U & 16U $150

League Ages: Babe Ruth Softball 6U thru 16U

Mail-In Registration Deadline: January 19th

Note: Registration forms not postmarked by Saturday, January 19th will be automatically put on a wait list.

Do Not Delay Register TODAY!

In-Person Registration

• *      You may also register in person at Aberdeen Park on the following dates:
• *      Thursday, January 10th from 6:30-8:30PM
• *      Saturday, January 12th from 9:30AM-12:30PM        
• *      Tuesday, January 15th from 6:30-8:30PM

Saturday, January 19th from 9:30AM-12:30PM

Important Registration Information

• *      We are using a new jersey style this fall. We recommend that everyone come to try on the jersey. We will be using the same pants as the fall.  
• *      ALL registrations must be mailed to the address at the bottom of the registration form or turned in during one of the in-person registration dates.
• *      Do NOT give your registration form to a CSA Board member.
• *      We will not accept registration forms that are scanned and emailed.  

Registration must include a signed registration form, a signed waiver and complete payment for it to be recognized by the board.  

 [Image] Please forward this email to anyone who you think may be interested in playing softball. We are not taking late registration this year, so please help us get the word out to as many as possible.  

 Evaluations

Player evaluations will be on Saturday, January 26th at Aberdeen Park as follows: 

• *      10U & 12U Pitchers & Catchers at 12:30PM   
• *      8U Field #2 at 1:30PM  
• *      10U Field #3 1:30PM
• *      12U Field #4 1PM

16U Field #4 3:30PM

• *      Important Spring Season Dates[Image]
• *      Coaches will draft teams on February 2nd
• *      AB Try Outs will be on February 2nd
• *      Practices will start Monday, February 4th
• *      Opening Day is March 2nd
• *      All-Star Try Outs will be May 5th

Last game of the season will be May 10th 

The Creeks Softball Association (CSA) is a Babe Ruth softball league in the Julington Creek/NW St Johns County area and a proud member of the Creeks Athletic Association . We offer recreational and Advance ball during the spring and fall seasons and an All-Star season during the summer. player development and higher level skills. Game time is a direct reflection of player team practice participation. The program offers an open registration for all without tryouts. Our goal is to Play and develop players more and keep associated cost to a minimum for players and parents.

You may contact Mary Keller at ronmary003@aol.com with any questions or concerns about the Creeks Softball program.

When Girls Succeed, So does Society!
It is never too late to join Girl Scouts! Whether exploring their own neighborhoods, going on overnight camping trips, participating in community service projects, or flying to one of the four world centers, Girl Scouts are continually expanding their horizons. Girl Scouts today thrive to build a better world by helping others.  Come see what we are all about! Call Débora McCarty at 230-2669 or send an email to rdmccarty10@comcast.net

Chocolate & Beyond- A Sweet Way to Support Volunteers

Chocolate and Beyond, an exciting celebration of chocolate, desserts, and other culinary sensations, is coming up on Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 2 - 5 p.m. at the Ponce de Leon Mall, 2121 US 1 South in St. Augustine.  Guests will sample chocolate and other delicious creations from some of the area's finest restaurants and specialty shops, while enjoying contests, raffle and a silent auction.  This year marks the 20th anniversary of the event.

Samples of chocolates, desserts, and other fare will be available from some of the area's finest culinary artisans, including Whetstone Chocolates, Raintree Restaurant, FCTC School of Culinary Arts, Hilton St. Augustine Historical Bayfront, Peterbrooke Chocolatier, Cold Cow Ice Cream, Harry's Seafood Bar &Grille, Smoothie King, Purple Olive, Savannah Sweets, Hugo's Muffins, and many more.  Attendees will "Guess the Chocolates," with the person closest to the actual number of candy pieces winning them all!  Guests will also cast their vote for the People's Choice Award winner.  Special food demonstrations will be showcased during the afternoon, and great items such as restaurant gift certificates and tickets to local attractions will be available for bid at the silent auction.  Children can also invent their own creations at the cookie decorating table.  It's fun for the whole family!

Proceeds from the Gala will be used for volunteer recognition and recruitment, as well as purchase of books for young learners through the Early Learning Coalition of Putnam and St. Johns Counties.

or in person at Whetstone Chocolates (139 King Street and 13 Anastasia Blvd), Cold Cow Ice Cream (4010 U.S. 1 South), and TD Bank (2510 U.S. 1 South) in St. Augustine.  Call RSVP at 904-547-3945 for more information.

Click here for flyer 

ESE Department Parents as Partners

Click here to view the St. Johns County School District- ESE Department Parents as Partners Winter 2012 Newsletters.  It has much information regarding special needs and gifted students.  It's mission is to identify and meet the unique educational needs of exceptional students and to provide support and resources to enhance educational opportunities so they may become productive citizens. 

Girls Lacrosse

Early registration is open through www.creekslax.com/girls. See the website for more information.

33rd Matanzas 5K

Please support your cross-country and track teams by registering for the 33rd Matanzas 5K to be held on January 26, 2013 in St. Augustine.  Race proceeds go to the running programs at St. Johns County high schools and middle 

schools.  Over the past 4 years alone, the Ancient City Road Runners have donated over $50,000 to the schools in our county. Bonus to school with most entrants.  Entry fee is $20.00 before Jan. 12. For race entry, race expo and
sponsorship information, go to www.matanzas5k.com