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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Will your child be attending Bartram next year?
John Rorabaugh, Bartram Trail High SAC Chair, would like to extend an invitation to parents of rising BTHS 9th graders to their next meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at 6:00pm in the BTHS Media Center.
Furniture Needs
Swiss Point is in need of very sturdy bookcases and chairs for the teacher's desk. If you are aware of a business that might be remodeling or down-sizing, please let us know. We can provide a letter to the business for their donation. I can be contacted at kunzel@stjohns.k12.fl.us Thank you!
Important Testing Dates - PLEASE mark your calendars!
Monday, May 13th through Wednesday, May 15th students taking Algebra 1 Honors will rotate through the computer labs by classes to take the State's Algebra EOC. This exam must be passed in order to earn high school credit for Algebra.
Tuesday, May 21st Geometry Honors students will take the State's Geometry EOC. This test will be 30% of the student's overall grade.
District Semester Exams
These exams can NOT be administered early.
Thursday, May 30th - Silver 2 & Silver 3
Friday, May 31st - Black 2 & Silver 4
Monday, June 3rd - Black 3 & Black 4
Tuesday, June 4th - make-ups & Last day of School - 1pm dismissal!
Summer Reading
Our summer reading requirement will remain the same as last year. Students are allowed to read books of their choice to meet the required page count. Students do NOT have to complete book reports, journals, etc. All they have to do is READ!!
6th grade - minimum of 250 pages
7th grade - minimum of 350 pages
8th grade - minimum of 450 pages
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Daily Rotation & Calendar for the Week
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Monday, May 13 - Black Day
Algebra EOC
Tuesday, May 14 -Silver Day
Algebra EOC
8th Grade GradVenture Assembly, Studyhall, Gym
Dreams Come True Party, MPR, 2:00-3:00 pm
Winterguard Tryouts, 3:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Concert & Symphonic Band Concerts, 7:00 pm, BTHS
Wednesday, May 15 -Black Day - Early Release
Algebra EOC
Home Access Center updated
SAC Meeting, 3:30 pm, Teacher's Lounge
Winterguard Tryouts, 3:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Thursday, May 16 - Silver Day
Algebra EOC
Chess Club, Studyhall, Raider Roost
Student Council Elections (6th & 7th grade only), Studyhall
Winterguard Tryouts, 3:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Friday, May 17 - Black Day
Algebra EOC- make ups
Surf Club, 1:15 pm, PLC Room
GradVenture Trip - 8th grade - 1pm departure
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Volunteer Information
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Thank You
A special thank you to all the people who helped with proctoring and Spring Fling. As always, your time is greatly appreciated.
Chaperons
Many relatives have signed up to be chaperons for the end of the year field trips. Please verify with Mrs. Roberts in the front office if you do not believe that you are approved.
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PTSO
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Click here for the April 12, 2013 PTSO Meeting Minutes
Next Meeting will be Monday, May 13th at 9:30 am
in the Professional Library
Spring Carnival -- June 3rd - 12:10PM to 2:00PM
Mark your calendars for our Spring Carnival scheduled for June 3rd from 12:10PM to 2:00PM. Inflatables, talent show, cupcake walk are a few of the fun activities lined up for our students to say THANK YOU for a great school year. Tickets will be available for sale during lunch time on May 30th and 31st.
· PTSO Members pay $5
· Non PTSO Members pay $7
Concessions will be available starting at 1:00PM.
Membership 2012/2013
Family membership is $20. Teacher membership is $10. Your membership helps us provide so much more. Please join.
Box Top, Campbell Soup & Tyson Label News
As we are heading toward the end of the school year we are also coming to the end of our 2nd contest. We will again have 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for the students with the most labels collected since January. There are some great prizes to be had! And there is still plenty of time to get those labels in! The contest will end May 28th, 2013.
Also, please visit http://www.boxtops4education.com/ to
register and learn more ways to earn Box Top credits for our
school. Thank you for your support
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SAC News
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Switzerland Point Middle School
School Advisory Council Meeting
Next Meeting, Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Teacher's Lounge, 3:30 pm
Click here to view the SPMS SAC April Meeting Minutes
Proposed Agenda
As always, this is a public meeting, and all are welcome to attend.
Proposed Agenda
Welcome: Call to Order: 3:30
Year End Celebration, Teacher Thank You
Vote: Approval of February, March, April minutes
Finance Report: Emily Piscitello
Vote: Request for SAC Monies: Band & Social Studies Substitutes
Previously Tabled Items: "A" School Recognition Funds Voting
Vote: 2013-2014 School Improvement Plan Goals
Vote: 2013-2014 SAC Chair/Co-Chair Positions
Reminder to Complete Online SAC Member Survey: Deadline June 1st
Completion of 2013-2014 Membership Intention Forms
Principal Update: Mrs. Kunze
New Business/Questions and Answers
Adjourn
Next Meeting will be September19th at 3:30pm
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Ellen Dail - 6th grade & 7th grade A-G
Tanya Moseley - 7th grade H-Z & 8th grade
Camp Safe Haven
Click here to view the flyer regarding Camp Safe Have, a place to help children and teens understand their feeling of loss and find peace. Camps are on June 14, at Camp Chowenwaw, Green Cove Springs and July 15 at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs.
"Beauty in a Basket" Contest
Switzerland Point family, we have an excellent opportunity! Because of the early dismissal of Relay for Life due to the bad weather this past weekend, we are raffling a beauty gift basket donated by the Skin Care Department at Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery worth $350.00! The basket includes a certificate for a complimentary Cosmetic consultation, a complimentary Microdermabrasion Treatment and a variety of many pampering products! We will be selling raffle tickets for $5 and the winner will be chosen on Friday, May 17th. It would be a great birthday, anniversary, graduation or late Mother's Day gift. You could also treat yourself! Send money or check (made out to American Cancer Society) to the front office in an envelope clearly marked "Beauty in a Basket" with your name and phone number. All proceeds will go to American Cancer Society. Good Luck!
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From the Nurse
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Joan Beccard
Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Requirements for 7th Grade
Continue to send in those FL680 Forms
Rising 7th graders can NOT attend classes or receive their schedule in August without proof of Tdap vaccine! This shot must be documented on a DH 680(Florida shot record) Check with your physician to see if your student has already had the shot and have them document the Tdap along with your student's other immunizations on a DH 680(Florida shot record).
If you choose to go to a walk in clinic you must ask the clinic to print you out a hard copy of the 680 shot record which shows the Tdap your child received. A receipt from the clinic will not be accepted! If you choose to go to the St. Johns County Health Department (825-5055) please call ahead to see if you qualify for their Vaccines for Children Program.
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Media Center Messages
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Media Specialist - Jane Phillips
Media Assistant - Nery DiDeo
All Books Due by Friday, May 17th
All library books need to be returned no later than next Friday, May 17th. Please encourage your child to check with their Homeroom teacher or the Media Center to see if they have any overdue books and/or late fees. Thank you so much for your help and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Media Center at 547-8629.
Recommended Fiction Book:
The Dangerous Days of Daniel X by James Patterson - a SSYRA nominated book
"Fifteen-year-old Daniel has followed in his parents' footsteps as the Alien Hunter, exterminating beings on The List of Alien Outlaws on Terra Firma, but when he faces his first of the top ten outlaws, the very existence of Earth and another planet are at stake."
"A guarantee that you'll keep reading just one more chapter until it's well past your bedtime."-NightsandWeekends.com
"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body."
Sir Richard Steele
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Student Corner
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Textbooks
Similar to library books, students are assigned their books through a barcode system: the book assigned to a specific student has a specific barcode. There is a charge for lost or damaged books that are not turned in.
Lost and Found- Found Retainer
A retainer was found in the auditorium after the Spring Fling. Please claim it at the front desk.
Volunteer Opportunity
Message from Director of Volunteers at Westminister Woods
Dear students,
I am the Director of Volunteers at Westminster Woods on Julington Creek, a retirement community located at the south end of the Julington Creek Bridge. We are holding orientations for summer volunteers on the following dates: Saturday, May 11 from 10am-noon and Wednesday, May 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm. If you are looking for a great way to earn your Bright Futures hours, we have some great opportunities for you! Spend some time getting to know some amazing senior citizens, help with activities or work on projects behind the scenes. Shifts are 4 hours long and we ask volunteers to spend 2 days a week with us from June 24th - August 16th. (We are flexible with any vacation plans.) Please contact Pam Benfer at 9904) 287-7181. We look forward to sharing in you summer! Click here to view flyer.
Only 60 Yearbooks Left
If you have not ordered one, please do so asap. 9 yearbooks have been sold this week! The price is $40, cash or check made payable to SPMS. Money should be delivered to Mrs. Edwards in the drama room. Once these remaining 60 yearbooks are sold, there will be no more. Don't miss out!!!
Second Semester Reward Trips
6th grade- Friday, May 24th, Epcot
7th grade - Friday, May 24th, Wild Adventures
8th grade - Friday, May 17th - GradVentures at Universal
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Class of 2017- Apparel Order
Click here to view the flyer that will allow you to purchase apparel before you get to Bartram Trail High School. The BTHS Class of 2017 tshirt is only available through this flyer.
Mark your calendars!!
GradVenture Field trip to Universal (both parks) on Friday, May 17th. (Money and permission already due)
8th grade Awards Ceremony
Friday, May 24th at Swiss Point MS, 9:30am start
8th grade Dance - A Starry Night
Friday, May 24th at San Juan Del Rio from 7pm to 10pm
Tickets $25 (Money already due).
High School Readiness Course
Click here to view a High School Readiness Course for rising 9th graders. A $20 discount will be discounted if enrollment is completed by June 4.
Nease Guard Tryouts
"Spin Club" Workshops - May 14th and 15th from 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Auditions - May 20th and 22nd from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
No experience necessary! :-)
Call 403-3362 for more information.
Bartram Trail Dance Team
The BTHS Dance Team will be conducting auditions on Tuesday, May 28th-Friday, May 31st, 2013. Parent Meeting (attendance strongly suggested) Tuesday May 21st, 6:30 pm in room N126 (Ninth Grade Academy). Audition Clinic Dates: May 28th-May 30th 4:00-5:15PM (BT Gym). Tryout Date: Friday May 31st, 4:00-8:00PM (BT Dance Studio)
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Policy Reminders
| Switzerland Point Standards
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Bus Passes
Bus passes to ride home with another student are NOT allowed. The buses are at capacity.
Volunteer Approval Necessary to be at School
Very soon there will no longer be the option to be just a visitor in schools. Everyone will need to be a cleared volunteer. We review applications everyday. Please fill out an application by visiting http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/depts/cr/volunteer/
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Athletics
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SJMSAA Cheerleading
Reminder: There is a parent meeting and fitting on Saturday,May 18 at 10:00 am at Premier Athletics. Please email Marissa Sheffer at mcsheffer@msn.com. for more information as well as tryout information/registration forms if needed.
SJMSAA Football
The team is practicing getting ready for the Spring game on Saturday, May 18th. The schedule will be posted as soon as it is available.
SJMSAA Golf Team
Schedule
4/3- Landrum, Valley Course, 3:00: Just a few putts short of a win. Good Luck against LPA!
4/10- Liberty Pines, South Hampton, 2:30: WIN!!. Eli Rawlingson shot the lowest score for the match with a 38. Not far behind, Harrison Presta shot a 39. Overall the whole team played excellent with many low scores.
4/17- Fruit Cove, South Hampton, 2:30: WIN by 15 strokes!! Low round: Harrison Presta, 38. Eli Rawlingson, 39. The team had many low scores and are getting better playing together.
4/23- South, South Hampton, 3:00 WIN!! Score 262-281. Eli Rawlingson was again lowest score for the match with an impressive 37.
5/1- Landrum 2, South Hampton, 2:30: WIN!! 253-278. Harrison Presta shot the lowest score for the match with a 38 and Hayden Zitzewitz shot a 39. The team played excellent and shot their lowest score of the season.
5/14- Pacetti Bay, Palencia, 4:00
SJMSAA Baseball
Varsity Boys won their first 2 games in the playoffs and made it to the championship game but ended up in second place.The coaches are so proud of the players. Good Job! Good luck Raiders!
SJMSAA Softball News
Next week starts playoff games. Monday, May 13th SPMS will play Landrum Blue @ Aberdeen. Good luck Lady Raiders!
SJMSAA Tennis News
The two SPMS teams played each other in matches on Wednesday. Some exciting, very competitive games were play! Who knows....there may be the next Serena Williams or Josh Querrey. Playoffs are coming up on May 23rd. #1 North will play #1 South at The Plantation. #2 North will play #2 South at Palencia. Match time will be 4:30 with a 4:00 warm up. Same format, 2 out of 3 sets,no ad scoring. 10 point tie breaker for 3rd set. Once all matches are played and scores have been reported, Cheryl Olson, our scorekeeper, will let all of us know which teams will be playing.
SPMS Summer Basketball Camp
Click here to view and print the 2013 Basketball Camp Brochure. Be aware, Session 3A(all boys camp) is now closed. Any questions, please contact Coach Singleton at singlet@sthohns.k12.fl.us.
SPMS Winterguard
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Lunch Menu
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Click here to view information regarding the cafeteria.
Traditional lunch is $2.60
Ala carte pricing can be found using the link on the parent page of the SPMS website.
Week of May 13th
Monday
Macaroni & Cheese
Honey BBQ Ribette Sandwich
Steamed Broccoli
Green Beans
Applesauce
Tuesday
Mini Corn Dogs
Cheese Tortellini with Marinara Sauce
Spinach/Romaine Salad Mix with LF Salad Dressing
Corn
Mixed Fruit
Mustard, Ketchup
Wednesday
Cheesy Garlic Flatbread or Personal Galaxy Cheese Pizza
Chicken Fajita Salad and choice of Whole Grain Garlic Breadstick
Baby Carrots & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup
Sweet Peas
Fresh Sliced Apples
Thursday
Hamburger on a Bun
Homestyle Chicken Sandwich
Potato Wedges
Baked Beans
Peaches
Lettuce, tomato, pickle cup, ketchup, mustard, mayo
Friday
Chicken Nuggets and choice of Whole Grain Garlic Breadstick
Hot Dog on a Bun
Sweet Potato Puffs
Cherry Tomato & Celery Stick Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup
Choice of 100% juice: Apple, Apple Cherry or Fruit Punch
Dipping Sauce, ketchup, mustard
As always, a variety of low fat or fat free milk offered daily
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From the District
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This new section will contain information coming from the St. Johns County School Board. Visit their website at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us
Superintendent's Weekly Review dated 5/6/2013
The Community Relations Department is proud to announce the Superintendent's Weekly Review as an electronic newsletter! Please visit http://blogs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/ to view.
The Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
Course ContentThe Redirecting Children's Behavior course presents non-violent strategies that foster appropriate behavior in children. The following topics are explored: assessing and building relationships, styles of interaction and results to expect, handling emotions during heat-of-the-moment exchange, diagnosing motivations that lead to misbehavior, appropriate redirection strategies, improving self-esteem, fine-tuning communication skills, and creating problem solvers. Details The St. Johns County School District is offering the course free of charge. The 15-hour course is divided into a series of five 3-hour classes (one night per week). Participants must attend the first class to be eligible for the remaining classes. The course will be taught at the Fullerwood Center auditorium (10 Hildreth Drive, St. Augustine FL 32084). Participants must arrange for child care on their own. Special accommodations must be arranged with Nancy Morrison at 547-7672 the week before the first class session. Participants completing all 5 classes will receive a certificate from the International Network for Children and Families in collaboration with the St. Johns County School District. Registration The course is open to school district staff and to the public. Seating is limited. To register, please contact Jill Bullard at jill.bullard@stjohns.k12.fl.us 547-7712. If you leave a voice message, be sure to spell your name and provide a phone number or email address. Please be sure to indicate which session you would like to attend (Summer or Fall). Seats will be held until 5:45p during the first session - and then made available to those on the waiting list.
Summer Course Dates
Class 1........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Class 2........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Class 3........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Class 4........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Class 5........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, Aug 6, 2013
Fall Course Dates
Class 1........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Class 2........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Class 3........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Class 4........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Class 5........ 530p-830p, Tuesday, October 15, 2013
About The Publisher
The Redirecting Children's Behavior course is published and monitored by the International Network for Children and Families in Gainesville, Florida (Kathryn Kvols, President).
About The Instructor
The certified instructor for the course is George Freeman who holds a masters degree in psychology and is certified in the state of Florida as a behavior analyst. He currently serves as a Program Specialist for the St. Johns County School District. He has taught the Redirecting Children's Behavior course since 1999 and values its techniques and philosophy.
Parents as Partners
Click here to view the newsletter from th St. Johns County School District ESE Department entitled Parents as Partners.
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2013 Flagler Volleyball Camps
Click here to view flyer regarding Volleyball camps held at Flagler College. Registration deadline is June 1.
Flagler College 2013 Summer Camps
Click here to view summer camps offered at Flager College. Sports include Basketball, Softball, Tennis, Baseball and Volleyball.
BeaTPAC 2013:A BLAST FROM THE PAST
Bartram Trail Performing Arts Camp
Bartram Trail High School
7399 Longleaf Pine Parkway
St. Johns, FL 32259
Camp Dates: June 17th - June 28th
Performance Showcase at 3 p.m. on June 27, 2013 in the BTHS Auditorium
On Fridays (6.21 and 6.28), camp is held at San Juan Del Rio.
Times: 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Please contact us for BeaTPAC questions, information, and brochures at www.beatpaccamp@yahoo.com
Sandlot Beach Volleyball Club
Click here for Sandlot Information and Click here for 2013 Sandlot Volleyball Club Flyer.Sessions start on May 6th and end on August 18th.
Introducing TeenzArt Workshops by KidzArt
Our art-enriched classes are full of challenging design projects and fun surprises intended to motivate students at this age level and to push their creative potential to the max. Our students in grades 6 through 8 become more independent and we see their personal sense of individual style grow stronger. In these 1-2 hour TeenzArt workshops, we will explore many different types of media including watercolors, pastels, collage, acrylic painting, metal tooling, and more! Famous artists, cultural history, art history, and different artistic styles are studied and practiced. Sign up for one workshop, or sign up for them all...you choose! Classes are held at the River of Life United Methodist Church at 2600 Race Track Road Jacksonville, FL 32259 (just South of Julington Creek Elem) every other Friday night. Visit our website www.simpson.kidzart.com to view our complete schedule and to register or call our office (904)287-8603. Registration is required to attend. Minimum of 5 enrollments for class to take place. |
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