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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Welcome new faculty to Swiss Point!
Ronald Johnson - support facilitation teacher started today
Meghan Fanning- PE starts Monday
Kayleigh Spratt- 6th grade science teacher starts Tuesday.
Yankee Candle Fundraiser
Yesterday we kicked off the Yankee Candle Fundraiser with the students. Our goal is $5000 to go towards technology for the school. If every student sells $8, our goal will be reached. Every student received a packet that contained a 36 page catalog, prize flyer, order form and information sheet. The fundraiser will run from October 3-October 17. Out of town family and friends can also shop. Here's how:
1. Go to www.yankeecandlefundraising.com
2. Click on the Seller Login button
3. Fill out the Sign up to be a Seller form
4. SPMS group number is 990036173 to register
5. Follow instructions to send shopping emails to friends and family.
Click here to view information flyer.
Please encourage your child to sell, sell, sell!
Neon Bash Pictures
Please go to the PTSO section to view how pictures from the Neon Bash can be printed. Please do not upload any personal photos or make changes to photo account. The site was temporarily not working for a parent accidentally deleted the pictures and uploaded vacation pictures.
Edmodo Update
If you have an ipad and a MAC there is a way to see the full view on the ipad. Open Edmodo on your MAC and save the program as a bookmark. When you open the ipad, the Edmodo bookmark should be there as well. When you open the program now on the ipad through the bookmark, you will see the full version.
As we continue to use this program if you have suggestions on how we could make things better, please email me.
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PTSO Information
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PTSO Meeting!
It was great to see some new faces, but we'd love to meet more of you. Plan on joining us next month for our First Friday PTSO meeting on October 4, 2013 @ 9:15. Location will be listed by the computer when you check in.
Click here to view the PTSO September 6, 2013
Meeting Minutes
Important Dates
Friday, Oct. 6th, PTSO First Friday Meeting 9:15 am
Want to Stay in the Know?
Besides the Raider Rap (which you absolutely MUST read!) PTSO has three other ways to keep you informed of upcoming dates and big plans.
*Sign up for the PTSO newsletter
http://facebook.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=366f61a268e3580c9f689c964&id=b373be5c3e
* If you missed our first one, click here to take a peak!
Click here to chek out the PTSO webpage (still under construction) on the school website!
Neon Bash Photo Update:
We had a blast at the Neon Bash & your students loved the Walgreens photo booth. To view the photos, get your one free photo & order any others follow these instructions:
1. Go to
2. Select photo tab at the top
3. Login with the username: spmsptso@hotmail.com
4. Enter password: neonbash13
5. Select Folder: Neon Bash Fall 2013 to view pictures
6. Select which picture or pictures to order (one 4x6 is free) at what size
and go to photo checkout
7. Review order and proceed to checkout
8. Select Pick-up location as 2839 County Rd 210 W, Jacksonville, FL 32259 (do not pre-pay for your pictures or your credit card information will be tied to this account! You must pay in store)
9. On the checkout page, about halfway down you must *EDIT YOUR PHONE NUMBER (this will identify your order for pickup)
10. Select SUBMIT
11. Pick up order at Walgreen's Photo Dept. on CR 210 & enjoy your photos!
Offer expires October 31, 2013.
* PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD ANY PERSONAL PHOTOS OR MAKE CHANGES TO PHOTO ACCOUNT
Membership
This is the LAST WEEK of our membership drive! Your membership just means you support the work of PTSO. You are not committed to any set volunteering time, but you are allowing us to continue our mission to provide a link between school and home while supporting the learning of every student. And we're a lot of fun, so join today for just $20!
Click here to print the form and send it in to your child's homeroom teacher.
Magazine Sales
Top Three Homerooms: 1st - Ms. Sweatt
2nd - Ms. Zentz
3rd - Ms. Williams
Top Grade Level: 6th grade - Ms. Sweatt
7th grade - Ms. Piscitello
8th grade - Ms. Lendino
Although the prizes for students are over, there is still the opportunity to purchase magazines and gifts through the website. Please visit:
GASCHOOLSTORE.COM
Online Store ID: 2529543
Any orders placed will benefit SPMS PTSO. Thank you for your support!
If you have any questions please contact Mary Panariello at mary.panariello@hrblock.com
Box Top, Campbell Soup & Tyson News
It's time again to cut those labels! And don't forget to bring in the ones that you clipped over the summer. Each student who brings in 50 valid labels will receive one Raider Buck. Please be sure to check the expiration dates on each label. Place your labels in a zip lock bag or an envelope with the student's name, grade and homeroom teacher's name listed. Watch the news letter for upcoming contests!
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Volunteer Information
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PSAT Proctor Needed
A proctor is needed on Saturday, October 19 from 7:30-11:45 at SPMS to help with the PSAT. Please contact Mrs. Lime at limem@stjohns.k12.fl.us. The volunteer can not be an 8th grade parent.
More Volunteers Needed for Ms. Lime
Ms. Lime is in need of a few volunteers to help with data input. Please see her email above to set up times.
Next Big Event
The next need for many volunteers will be before the holiday bread to help in the Raider Buck Store. The holiday shop is stocked with new and gently used items to sell to the students who pay with Raider Bucks. Clerks will be needed to set up the store and work it during lunch times. A SignUp Genius will go out sometime in November. Want to donate items? Sure you can. Please send any new items or very gently used to the front office. Thanks in advance.
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Barbara Seaton-6th grade and 7th graders with last names beginning with A-J.
Tanya Moseley- 7th graders, last name ending in K-Z and the entire 8th grade.
Unity Day
Next Wednesday (Oct. 9th) we will be celebrating "Unity Day". Unity Day is recognized throughout the district as a day to "unite against bullying". Students, faculty and staff are being asked to show their support by wearing orange on Wednesday! We will be giving each student wearing orange a Raider Buck! Click here to view flyer.
Be a Take Stock in Children Mentor - Change a Life Over Lunch!
A mentor is a caring, compassionate adult who chooses to devote their time to a young person, offering them support, guidance, and encouragement. If you can donate one hour per week, you can change a life by helping a child build a solid foundation of values, establish goals, improve their academic and life skills, while developing their self-esteem and confidence.
The St. Johns County Education Foundation's Take Stock in Children Program is in need of mentors for the following schools:
3 Female mentors at Bartram Trail High School
1 Female mentor at Switzerland Point Middle School
1 Female mentor at Nease High School
Please contact Marci Poston at 904-547-7121 to become a mentor.
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SAC News
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School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School
Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Teachers Lounge
All welcome to attend
Click here to view the minutes from the September meeting.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Emergency Cards
Parents I am still missing 61 emergency cards! Please ask your student if their homeroom teacher has told them they are missing one. All students missing an emergency card have been given another one. Please fill it out ASAP and have student return it to their homeroom teacher.
Parents and students, we have many students with asthma. What can you do to help keep them in school and not trigger an asthma attack? Please don't wear anything with a strong odor like perfume, talcum powder,cologne or body spray into the school.All of these things are asthma triggers. Perfume can also be a trigger for a migraine.
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Raider Band News
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Our Raider Band program at SPMS is growing so fast!!! We have over 400 students placed in 5 different bands (beginning, Jazz, Concert, Symphonic and Wind). We definitely need your help to make this band program the best ever. So, please support your Raider Band program:
Bozard Oil Change Vouchers for $20 each
SPMS BBA is partnering with Bozard Ford and is offering $20 vouchers for FREE OIL CHANGE, VACUUM & CAR WASH in support of our Band Boosters. This is a great deal!!!! All makes/models are welcome (diesel & European models may cost extra)!!!! Please contact Débora McCarty at rdmccart10@comcast.net if you would like to purchase a voucher and support our Raider Band. Vouchers are good through 12/31/2013.
Click here to view flyer.
SPMS Band Boosters Fundraising
Thursday, September 26th at Firehouse Subs (210 and SR 13)
Monday, November 18tth at Firehouse Subs (210 and SR 13)
From 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Firehouse will donate 20% of proceeds to our band. Please join us for a fun night with friends at Firehouse Subs on SR 13 and 210. Make sure to bring the attached flyer so you can be counted!! You can just show it on your phone as well!
Click here to view Firehouse Fundraiser Flyer
Raider Band Tumbler for $10 each
Our special Raider Band Tumbler is available to all parents at Swiss Point. A great gift for any occasion! Contact Débora McCarty at rdmccarty10@comcast.net
Click here to view the SPMS Band Tumbler Flyer
Coming up Soon
Dunkin Donuts Coffee will be available in October. Stay tuned for more information to follow!
Thank you for supporting the SPMS Raider Band program!
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Daily Rotation
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Week of October 7th
Monday, October 7th- Black Day
Basketball games home versus PBMS starting at 5:30pm
Pink Out- wear pink to school to support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Basketball Teams
Tuesday, October 8th - Silver Day
Wednesday, October 9th - Black Day - 1pm dismissal
Unity Day- Wear Orange to recieve a Raider Buck and to show support against bullying
Grades Updated in HAC
Basketball games home versus Fruit Cove starting at 5:30pm
Thursday, October 10th- Silver Day
Road Raiders, 2-3:30pm
Friday, October 11th - Black Day
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Policy Reminders
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Student Absence
Parents, please remember if you are planning a trip that will take your child out of school, you must complete and turn in a Pre-Approved Absence Request form at least one week prior to the absence. This form is located on the school's webpage under "Parents". This form should be turned in to the Computer Operator in the Guidance Office. Also, if your child is absent from school, he/she must turn in a written excuse note which includes: the date of the absence, the reason for the absence, and a parent's signature within two days of their return. The excuse notes should also be turned in to the Computer Operator in the Guidance Office. Emails are not acceptable for an excuse note. If your child exceeds 15 total absences, you must provide a doctor's verification for all subsequent absences due to illness. If a parent writes a note after 15 total days of absences it will be recorded as "unexcused with note". This is in compliance with Florida State Law (F.S.232.17).
Click here to view and print form needed for a pre-excused absence.
Access to the building
We have been informed by the district that ALL parents that plan on entering the building during the day before or after school ,even if students are not in the building, need to be cleared. We are asking that EVERY parent or guardian that might be on campus for a conference, IEP meeting, 504 meeting or for anything else, PLEASE click on the link below to register for access.
Click here to go to the School Access Form
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Athletics
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SJMSAA Football & Cheerleading
This past week the football team hosted their Homecoming game at Bartram Trail High School on Wednesday versus Fruit Cove Middle School. We would like to thank Bartram Trail and its staff for hosting this annual game each year. The boys played hard, but lost by a few points. Currently, the boys are still in 1st place. The next game will be versus Murray Middle School. Way to go Raiders!!
Thu, Aug. 29th - 6pm - Sebastian at Plantation Park - WIN!!
Thu, Sep. 5th - 6pm - Fruit Cove at Plantation Park - Postponed due to lightening
Thu, Sep. 12th - 5pm - Pacetti Bay at PBMS WIN!!! 32-26
Thu, Sep. 19th - 5pm - Gamble Rogers at Gamble Rogers WIN!! 28-8
Thu, Sep. 26th - 5pm - Landrum at Ponte Vedra HS WIN!! 20-16 with excellent sportsmanship
Wed, Oct. 2nd - 5pm - Fruit cove at Bartram Trail HS Loss
Wed, Oct. 9th - 7pm - Murray at Plantation Park
Thurs, Oct. 24th - 6:00- Fruit Cove (continuation game from 9/5/2013) at Plantation Park
Wed. Oct 30- Playoff Week 1- Plantation Park
Sat, Nov. 9th - Consolation and Championship Games
Sat. Nov 16th- All-Star Game
SPMS Basketball
DATE OPPONENT PLACE TIME
9/16 MURRAY AWAY 5:30/6:30
9/18 LANDRUM HOME 5:30/6:30
9/23 SEBASTIAN AWAY 5:30/6:30
9/25 LIBERTY PINES AWAY 5:30/6:30
9/30 GAMBLE ROGERS HOME 5:30/6:30
10/2 FRUIT COVE HOME 5:30/6:30
10/7 PACETTI BAY HOME 5:30/6:30
10/9 LANDRUM AWAY 5:30/6:30
10/14 LIBERTY PINES HOME 5:30/6:30
10/16 FRUIT COVE AWAY 5:30/6:30
10/21******************PLAYOFFS***************
Congratulations to the girl's and boy's basketball teams as they defeated Gamble Rogers on Monday and Fruit Cove Middle School this past week. The coaches are so proud of you, keep up the good work. Both teams are undefeated with 6 wins and 0 losses. Next week games will be Pacetti Bay Middle School on Monday(10/7) and Landrum Middle School on Wednesday(10/9).
**Monday's basketball game will be a "PINK-OUT" in support of BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. Please wear pink to school and the game. A HUGE thanks to all the fans that support the teams. RAIDERS are #1 Baby!!
SJMSAA Soccer Information
Congratulations to the SPMS Girls Soccer Team
Varsity Team
Julie Arciprete 6th
Alex Horton 6th
Jovi Cernatescu 6th
Mia Staley 6th
Ashlynn Kane 6th
Tori Grambo 6th
Lindsey Sabo 6th
Breann Akerman 7th
Chloe DuTremble 7th
Cassidy Bolton 7th
Kaylee Lapinski 7th
Brianna Page 8th
Nicole Wynn 8th
Allison Felts 8th
Sequoya Merritt 8th
Savannah Rahn 8th
Varsity Development Team
Haley Sherman 6th
Teagan Davis 6th
Kate Woodruff 6th
Julie Palmer 6th
Kaylee Norris 6th
Merridith Giangaspro 6th
Olivia Nagle 6th
Camryn Simmons 7th
Sarah Kroehler 7th
Erika Perez 7th
Makenzie Powell 7th
Siobhan Grabski 7th
Jessica Reddington 7th
Emily Bulthuis 8th
Lindsay Vanderlinde 8th
Kylie Pearson 8th
Hannah Morrell 8th
The boys concluded their tryouts today and the team will be posted next week. The coaches would like to thank all the students (boys and girls) that tried out for the team.
Golf
SPMS will have fall golf tryouts on Tuesday, October 22 at 3:30 at South Hampton Golf Course. Some golf experience required. Registration for the tryout is free and must be completed at: http://www.sjmsaa.com/sports/golf/ Please contact George Zitzewitz at gzitzewitz@hotmail.com or call 904 545-8348 if you have any questions.
Team Tennis Challenges
The USTA is sponsoring a Team Tennis Challenge. Click here to view flyer.
SPMS Road Raiders
Road Raiders practice will be Tuesday and Thursday from 2-3:30pm. Please be on time picking up your child. Please be sure to sign up for the first 5k race, "Pink Up the Pace", which will be held on Saturday, October 5th! Check out Edmodo for more information. The Edmodo code is umjx2u. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to email Ms. Piscitello at piscite@stjohns.k12.fl.us
SPMS Winterguard
SPMS Winterguard continues practicing on Wednesday from 1-5:30.. A schedule of competitions is forth coming.
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Student Corner
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SPMS Dreams Come True Club- Next Meeting Oct 7th
To join the Dreams Come True Edmodo Group, please use the following code: na7u8c Visit often to learn of our club's activities. If you were unable to attend our first meeting, please come to our next meeting on Oct. 7th in Mrs. Bower's room, Portable 1. We look forward to a Great year with a Great group of SPMS students while working to make a dream come true for a child battling a life-threatening illness.
Found Phone
An LG cell phone with full keyboard from Virgin Mobile has been found. Please go to the front office to claim.
National Junior Honor Society will have applications available in October after the first Quarter grades are given out. Look for more information in upcoming Raider Raps.
Tutoring Club
Swiss Point MS will be working with The Tutoring Club to offer after school tutoring through The Tutoring Club but at Swiss Point after school two days a week.
Remember of check Edmodo for homework assignments.
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Washington DC Trip
We have filled 3 buses!!! At this time all seats are accounted for. If you did not submit your deposit, you can be placed on a waiting list in case someone cancels.
8th grade Algebra 1 and Geometry Students
The PSAT is scheduled on Saturday, October 19th from 7:45 to 11:45 at SPMS (MPR) for 8th grade Algebra 1 and Geometry students. Copies of the parent letter with information about the PSAT have been distributed. Students must submit payment to Mrs. Casper in guidance. The cost is $20, cash or check. Students will receive a payment receipt and study booklet with their purchase. A detailed information about the PSAT was given to students and discussed in the parent letter. IMPORTANT: there are limited seats. We only have room for 75 students, so it is first come, first serve. Contact Melissa Lime at limem@stjohns.k12.fl.us.
Remember to check Edmodo for homework assignments.
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Lunch Menu
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Week of October 7th
Monday - Chicken Quesadilla Max, Max Cheese Sticks, Marinara Sauce, Steamed Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, Taco Sauce, Variety of Milk
Tuesday - Cheese or Pepperoni Calzonettes with Marinara Dipping Sauce, Beef taco with lettuce, tomato, cheese cup, Baby Carrot Dippers w/LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Taco Sauce, Variety of Milk
Wednesday - Chicken Nuggets & Choice of WG Garlic Breadstick, Chicken Fajita Salad & Choice of WG Garlic Breadstick, Cherry Tomato & Celery Stick Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Fresh Sliced Apples, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Thursday - Pasta and Meatballs, Fajita Chicken Wrap, Spinach and Romaine Salad with LF Salad Dressing, Sweet Green Peas, Peaches, Taco Sauce, Variety of Milk
Friday - BBQ Chicken & Choice of WG Garlic Breadstick, Giorgio Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Steamed Carrots, Green Beans, Choice of 100% Juice: Apple, Apple Cherry or Fruit Punch, Variety of Milk
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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- 10/2/2013
The Superintendent's Weekly Review for this week is now posted at [ http://blogs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/ ]http://blogs.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/. The newsletter can also be found on the home page of the St. Johns County School District website at
http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us
Volunteer Needed
An assistant principal from one of our schools was asking if there were any potential volunteers that speak Chinese. There are two lovely kindergarten students in much need of assistance. If you know anyone (or more than one) that could help, please contact Cheryl Freeman (District RSVP/Volunteer Coordinator) at 547-3952.
ESE Parent Advisory Committee Meeting
October 17, 6-8pm. 40 Orange Street, 3rd floor auditorium
The purpose of the Parent Advisory Committee is to identify barriers experienced by exceptional students and their families. This information is then shared with those who can effect changes (administration at schools and Exceptional Student Education staff at the district level). A copy is also provided to those who attend the meeting. If you need special accommodations, please contact Nancy Morrison (547-7672) one week prior to the meeting. The District contact for the Parent Advisory Committee is George Freeman (547-7704).
Teen Defensive Driving
The St. Johns County School District is pleased to announce its partnership with the St. Johns County Tax Collectors Office to offer the Teen Defensive Driving course at all high schools in the district. This 28-hour program focuses on teaching students to be a defensive driver with knowledge of the laws that relate to the operation of a motor vehicle and safe driving procedures. The "behind the wheel" training includes braking, backing, parking and lateral control movements. Once a student can safely control a motor vehicle, 20 additional hours will be spent with other students driving on a variety of roadways, including I-95, with a certified instructor.
The reduced cost of the Teen Defensive Driving Program is $200 with a 10 percent discount for students who acquired their Learner Permit through their high school's course. Scholarships are also available for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch programs.
For schedule information or to register, go to
www.sjctax.us/DriverEducation.aspx or contacdt Ricky McIntryre at rmcintyre@sjctax.us or 904-209-2298
The District May Be Able to Help
Are you living in a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground; on the street; in abandoned buildings; or living with friends or relatives to to an economic hardship, are you a teenager and living independently or with someone other than a parent or legal guardian; then you may be eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. Contact your school Computer Operator or your local Homeless Liaison-Mr. Chris Stone @ 547-7589 for more details. You may also visit: http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/depts/student/homeless/
Parents as Partners
Click here to view the Parents as Partners, the St. Johns County School District ESE Department Newsletter. It contains detailed information regarding events, contact information and more.
The Redirecting Children's Behavior Course Course Content
The 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.
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.
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Relax Lacrosse
Click here to view the Relax Girls Lacrosse Flyer . The flyer includes information regarding dates, places and benefits of girls lacrosse.
Junior Wave Academy
Click here to view a flyer regarding girls lacrosse from the North Florida Wave Lacrosse Club.
KidzArt Presents: Friday Night Teen Art Workshops!
Join us for our new TeenzArt workshops at River of Life United Methodist Church 2600 Race Track Road! Our art enriched "workouts" are packed 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! Painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, and more! Workshops are from 6:30-8:00pm and are $20-$22 depending on the project scheduled. View our schedule online and view samples of our planned projects! First class is Friday, September 20th. Register for classes online at /www.simpson.kidzart.com or call (904) 287-8603
San Juan Del Rio Fall Festival
Click here to view flyer for the San Juan Del Rio 7th Annual Fall Festival located on 1718-State Road #13 St Johns, Fl 32259 3 miles south of Race Track Road. The festival is on November 1, 2, and 3 2013. There are rides, games, silent auction, Cafe San Juan, book nook, food/refreshments,
reverse draw dinner Saturday night, bingo, all ages talent show contest, free entertainment all 3 days, homemade
soup contest and our Giant Raffle with $7,000 in Cash Prizes.
For additional information contact Sal Santapola at saldesanta@gmail.com or287-3382. Visit the website atwww.sjdrparish.org/faal festival/ff.htm
HEAL and JCP Cares unite with a Fall Celebration
HEAL (Healing Every Autistic Life) and JCP Cares will be hosting a Fall Celebration on Sunday, October 27 from 1-3 at Plantation Park in Julington Creek Plantation. Click here to view flyer. For the kids, there will be a bounce house, pumpkin painting, games (such as boo bowling, a skeleton bone hunt, bean bag toss and more), a storytime blanket and a Lego corner. There will be information about resources available for Mom and Dad. (Bottled water will be available but no food or candy will be served at this event so you might want to bring your own snacks.) A big thank you to Publix for donating the pumpkins and bottled water.We are also looking for students who want to volunteer to help out with this event. It would be a great opportunity for those needing service hours. Chili's Fundraiser Chili's at Bartram Crossing on Old St. Augustine Road is hosting a fundraiser for us on Tues. Oct. 8 from 11am-11pm. If you take in our coupon they will donate 10% of your check to us. We will be giving these funds to HEAL. So please put it on your calendar now!! Please let your family, friends and neighbors know as well. Click here to print coupon. Contact Linda Gomolka for any questions or information at lgomolka@jcpcares.org or 327-6144
"18th Annual Ancient City Kid Day"
EPIC Behavioral Healthcare
1400 Old Dixie Highway
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 829-2273
Contact: Teresa Andrews
St. Augustine, FL - Attention Parents! Looking for something fun to do with your kids that doesn't cost a lot of money? Then the 18th Annual Ancient City Kids Day is for you! Ancient City Kids Day will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 11am-3pm at Francis Field on Castillo Drive. This event, coordinated by local agencies, is a day of fun-filled activities for children and families. The event is free for the public, and will include over 40 youth service agencies offering carnival style games and activities, arts and crafts, contests for the kids and free entertainment all day plus Smokey the Bear. No child will leave empty-handed as t-shirts, prizes or goodies are given out all day. Educational information on resources in our community is available for parents. The only cost to the public will be for food or drinks. Ancient City Kids Day has grown to be one of St. Augustine's biggest youth activities, and is a popular event for the whole family. Last year's event brought approximately 3,000 people out for the fun. For more information, please feel free to contact EPIC Behavioral Healthcare at 829-2273.
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