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Messages from Mrs. Kunze
We made it through the first week! Students have done a great job getting into their locker and getting to classes.
Mark your calendars!
MS Parent 101 Night for 6th grade parents and others new to Swiss Point MS. This Thursday, August 28th at 7pm in the auditorium.
Open House for 7th & 8th grade - Tuesday, September 2nd starting at 6pm.
Open House for 6th grade - Thursday, September 4th starting at 6pm.
Edmodo
Your child should have setup an Edmodo account this week. If you want to setup a parent account, you need the parent code that can be found on your child's home page. Our suggestion is NOT to setup a parent account and to just use your child's username and password. The parent view does not have access to the calendar and other features. The best solution to decrease confusion is to just use your child's account.
If your child did not join all of their classes, he/she must get the Edmodo code from their teacher.
EVERY student needs to join the Swiss Point MS 2014-2015 group. I manage this group, so I put the daily rotation on the calendar along with school events. The code to join the Swiss Point group is v8r3ui. Letters are ALWAYS lowercase in Edmodo codes.
Your child needs to go to settings to ensure the time zone is set on Eastern Standard Time. If not, this will affect the calendar view.
SAC Volunteers
We need parents who want to be a part of the School Advisory Council. Members meet once a month, typically after school from 3:30pm to 5pm. If you are interested, please email our SAC Chair and teacher, Sarah Ehlert, at [email protected] The first SAC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17th at 3:30pm.
Wednesday, August 27th
On Wednesday, students will attend grade level assemblies to be inspired to sell magazines for the PTSO magazine fundraiser and to listen to the Dean, Ms. Burney, and Assistant Principal, Ms. Breger, discuss SPMS Behavior Expectations. In the afternoon after all assemblies and lunches, we will complete required drills - fire, bomb threat, and intruder. You may want to talk to your child about the intruder drill. Students are supposed to hide in the classroom and remain SILENT. Adults will walk around banging on doors listening for noise and trying to get into the classroom. The students are supposed to remain silent, so the intruder would think no one was in the room and move on. Every year, we have students who get really upset during this drill and cry. It is only a drill, but we are banging on the doors and trying to get in. We hope that we never have a lockdown scenerio, but if we do students need to know what is expected of them.
Parent Drop-off & Pick-up
Students can be dropped off starting at 7:10am in the mornings. They will sit in the library until 7:30am when students are released from the buses. The parent drop-off line is extremely busy in the morning, so we encourage your child to ride the bus if they are eligible for that service. If you drive your child to school, we ask that he/she be ready to exit the vehichle quickly when you stop in the loop. Please say your good-byes and give kisses while waiting to turn into the drop-off loop.
When dropping off or picking up, please do not block the entrance to the neighborhood, The Colony. Residents have been complaining that they can not get in or out. Also, please do not pull in the grass at the entrance of The Preserve to avoid the line and drop-off your child. This is unsafe and destroying the entrance of this neighborhood.
Dress Code
PLEASE ensure that your child is wearing appropriate clothing for school. Shorts and skirts can not be shorter than 4" above the knee. Tops for girls need to provide full coverage. Strapless tops with a cardigan over it is not allowed.
School Board Updates
Bev Slough, District 1 representative to the St. Johns County School Board, writes periodic updates to keep everyone informed of district and school board happenings. If you would be interested in receiving this communication, please email her at [email protected].
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PTSO Information
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Visit the PTSO website at www.SwissPointPTSO.com to find out all about the PTSO and what it has to offer!!!
Thanks to everyone who came to the first PTSO meeting today! Be sure to sign up for the PTSO emails at the above website if you wish to receive emails on updates.
Magazine Fundraiser
The Magazine Fundraiser kicks off Wednesday, August 27 during assemblies. Be sure to look for the fundraiser packet in your student's backpack.
Membership & Spirit Wear
Membership and Spirit Wear sales continue the next 2 weeks. Please turn in the forms to the front office or the homeroom teahcers.
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Volunteer Information
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Book Fair Volunteers
Thank you so much for the extremely quick response to the need for the Book Fair! What a great way to start the school year! Any questions or concerns regarding the book fair please contact Heather Granby at [email protected]
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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-L.
Tanya Moseley- 7th graders, last name ending in M-Z and the entire 8th grade.
Lisa Mason- Testing Coordinator
Food for Thought from Mrs. Moseley
It's hard to believe summer is 'over' and school is beginning! We hope everyone is excited about starting a new school year! This is the time to set best practices and habits at home for staying organized, checking Edmodo, and keeping on top of doing homework, etc. Let's make it a successful 2014-15 year!
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SAC News
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School Advisory Council
Switzerland Point Middle School
The first SAC meeting of the year will be on Wednesday, September 17th from 3:30-5:00 pm.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
[email protected]
Attention 6th grade parents
You student was given a letter in their first day packet about Health Screening that we will be doing here at school. This form is due to the homeroom teacher by September 2nd. All students will be screened unless we receive the opt out form filled out at the bottom of the letter.
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Raider Band News
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We are excited about the new school year and all the new band students we have! Parents, please visit the band website at http://www-raider2.stjohns.k12.fl.us/zentzl/ to have many of your questions answered, including important band dates. Mrs. Zentz will be sending out lots of informational emails throughout the year, so if you have not heard from her by next Friday, please email her with the best email address for you. [email protected]
Go Raider Bands!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Monday, August 25th- Black Day
Football Studyhall, 2:00 pm, Cafeteria
Tuesday, August 26th- Silver Day
Football Studyhall, 2:00 pm, Cafeteria
International Thespian Club Meeting, 7:00-8:00 pm, Auditorium
Wednesday- August 27th- Special Bell Schedule
Students will attend an assembly by grade level for the PTSO magazine fundraiser & Swiss Point Behavior Expectations. In the afternoon, we will complete required drills.
Cheerleading Practice, 1:00-3:00 pm, Dance Room
Football Studyhall, 1:00 pm, Cafeteria
Thursday- August 21st- Black Day
Parent 101 Mtg - 7pm - auditorium
Football Studyhall, 2:00 pm, Cafeteria
Instrument Rental Night, 6pm-8:30 pm, Cafeteria
Friday- August 22nd- Silver Day
Football Studyhall, 2:00 pm, Cafeteria
Grades Updated in HAC
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Policy Reminders
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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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**Boys Tryouts Has Been Changed
Click here to view information regarding boys and girls tryouts for the SPMS 2014-2015 Volleyball Teams. The first tryout date is August 25. Click here for the volleyball tryout form.
The Boys Volleyball tryouts will start on Wednesday August 27 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. All students must provide their own transportation from tryouts.
NOTICE:
The Saint Johns Middle School Athletic Association (SJMSAA) middle school sports program is NOT operated or sponsored by the St. Johns County School District. SJMSAA is an independent, private non-profit corporation, which uses district middle school names and facilities under a license agreement with the district, and which is solely responsible for the operation of the SJMSAA middle school sports program and its individual teams.
SJMSAA Football
Support the football team and cheerleaders at their first game on Thursday, August 28th at 6pm at Joe Pomar field. Go Raiders!
SJMSAA Soccer
Any student interested in girls and boys soccer, please go to the SJMSAA website at www.sjmsaa.com to register. the soccer season will begin on Monday, september 29th. Forms are available in the front office and the gym. Any questions, please see Coach Singleton. This is for the school soccer teams. Click here to view flyer.
SJMSAA Fall Baseball
Any boy interested in fall baseball, please register on the SJMSAA website at www.sjmsaa.com. Try-outs will begin on Monday, September 8th at 3:00 pm. Any questions, firstly check the website first and then Coach Singleton if needed.
Click here for more information.
CAA Fall Conditioning Camp
The CAA Board is conducting a Fall Conditioning Camp. registration is open from now until September 13. Camp will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the field behind Fruit Cove Middle School. There will be 2 sessions to choose from: Session A- 6:00-7:00 pm and Session B-7:00-8:00 pm. Camp will be held for 6 weeks starting on september 16 and ending the week of October 23. Go to www.creeksconditioning.com
for more information.
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Student Corner
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Got Theatre? Love Acting?
Come to the meeting on Tuesday night, August 26th at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium. Mr. Segal is starting the International Thespian Society which is a club for students who love theater and performing. The club is open to all 6th, 7th and 8th graders. Click here to view flyer.
Master Calendar for 2014-2015
The master calendar for the 2014-2015 school year was approved at a recent School Board meeting. Click here to print.
*Please note that semester exams will be given the week before winter break just like this year. PLEASE do not schedule vacation during exam time.
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Watch this section for information regarding
Just 8th Graders!
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Media Center News
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Welcome Judy Gill!
The New Media Specialist!
Hello Swiss Point! I am the new Media Specialist and I am excited to encourage your child to love reading. There are some changes happening in the media center and I hope it helps your child want to read more and enjoy reading on a daily basis. I have started an Edmodo page and the code is V6xhte. Every week I will have contests and/or events happening in the media center that if your child checks the page, they may be able to "win" something. Stay tuned for some exciting Sunshine State Young Reader Award Incentives!
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Beyond the Bell
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The Beyond the Bell program is off to a great start this year. Many students are benefiting from this after school care program. Christine Southworth is the Media Center Paraprofessional who is available for questions at [email protected] or by phone at 547-8629. The Beyond the Bell program runs from 2:00-6:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 1:00-6:00 pm on Wednesdays.
The monthly fee is $200 and there is a 20 visit "drop-in" punch card that can be purchased for $300. There is a $75 registration fee for everyone.
Reminder: September payment is due to by 2:00 pm
on Friday, August 29th
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Lunch Menu
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Week of August 25
Did you know that the SPMS Cafeteria offers Breakfast?!
Go to the website above to view daily options
Monday- Homestyle Mac & Cheese, BBQ Chicken MAX Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Green Beans, Applesauce, Sliced Apples, , White Wheat Roll, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Tuesday- Mini corn Dogs, Mini Cheese Raviolis, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Mixed Fruit,, Garlic Breadstick, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Giorgio cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Fajita Chicken Salad, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Carrot & Cucumber dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Apple Slices, Garlic Breadstick, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Roasted Potato Wedges, Baked Beans, Pears, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup,Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato & Pickle, Variety of Milk
Friday- Hot Dog, Hamburger, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Potato Puffs, Choice of 100% Juice, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
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From the District
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Superintendent's Weekly Review- 8/19/2014
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
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4-H Youth Develpment Program
The St. Johns County 4-H Youth Development Program is hosting a 4-H Enrollment Kick Off for youth ages 5-18 (age as of September 1, 2014) on Thursday, September 4th from 5-7 pm at the St. Johns County extension Office at 3125 Agricultural Center Drive (near SR 16 and I95). 4-H Club and Project information will be available for new and returning 4-H members. 4-H is a youth development program that enables youth to develop life skills, leadership and citizenship. Caring adult leaders are also being recruited. Please contact the 4-H Office at 904 209-0430 for more informatio. Youth members ages 5-18, as of September 1st, 2014 can enroll in the St. Johns County 4-H program ONLINE AFTER August 23rd by going to: https://florida.4honline.com
St. Johns County Day at Everbank Field with the Jaguars!
Click here to view the flyer regarding St. Johns Day at Everbank Field for the October 19th football game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Cleveland Browns.
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