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Messages from Mrs. Kunze
Thank you to the parents who attended my Middle School 101 meeting last night. For those of you who could not attend, the PowerPoint is on the parent page of the SPMS website.
I hope that everyone will be able to attend Open House next week to meet your child's teachers. We will follow a bell schedule allowing 10minutes in each classroom. Your child filled out a schedule and left it with their homeroom teacher. Please ask your child who their homeroom teacher is and how to get to their room.
Open House for 7th & 8th grade - Tuesday, September 2nd starting at 6pm.
Open House for 6th grade - Thursday, September 4th starting at 6pm.
Open House Schedule
Home Access Center (HAC)
HAC is an online portal to viewing your child's grades. You will want o check this periodically to ensure your child is staying on track in their classes. Below is a link to the district website with handouts on HAC. There is a new password requirement as of August 8, 2014. If you have attempted to log in and are having issues, please email Cynthia Casper, Guidance Secretary at Cynthia.Casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us. She will be able to assist you.
Link to District site or HAC information
New Florida Standards Assessment
In the spring your child will take the new Florida Standards Assessment, which will measure their knowledge of the Florida Standards in Reading and Math. The assessment is quite different than the FCAT 2.0 as it is not all multiple choice. I encourage you to take the practice tests. Please open the link below in Chrome or FireFox.
Link to New Florida Standards Practice Tests
Click on Students and Parents and then Training Tests.
Click on Take the Training Tests - at the sign in box click sign in (you don't have to enter anything). On the next screen select a grade level and YES. Select the test and begin. You must select an answer to the question or you can not click next to move to the next question.
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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!!!
Magazine Fundraiser
We are excited to kick off our Magazine Sale Fundraiser!
Order new magazines, renew your favorite ones or give the gift of reading with a magazine! There are hundreds to choose from, including digital subscriptions and new this year are personalized photo products - photo books, calendars, photo cards and other items. Please be sure to look at the brochure inside your student's packet.
The Bling Duck and candy were given to students who handed in the Reach-out booklet on Thursday.
The first collection date is Thursday, September 4 - there will be a drop box at the front office. Please have your student drop their orders in the drop box - not their homeroom teacher. Please make sure your students name and homeroom are filled out on the envelope. All prizes for orders turned in by September 4th and for emails that were sent to friends and relatives will be handed out on Wednesday, September 10 during lunch period.
If you student submits 10 orders by September 4, they will qualify for the Limo Ride and Pizza lunch which takes place on Thursday, October 23, 2014. For 3 orders, your student will attend a BMX stunt show at the school on November 21.
If you Opted-Out with your PTSO membership, please be advised that your student will still receive fundraising information to take home, you can just discard it.
EVERY ORDER COUNTS - First turn in date - Thursday, September 4 or go online to www.gaschoolstore.com
and enter Online Store ID# 2529543.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mary Panariello at mary.panariello@hrblock.com
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 heather.granby@yahoo.com
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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/School Counselor
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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.
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 Sarah.Ehlert@stjohns.k12.fl.us The first SAC meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17th at 3:30pm.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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. zentzl@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Go Raider Bands!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Week of September 1, 2014
Monday, Septembr 1st- No School- Labor Day
Enjoy the holiday!!
Tuesday, September 2nd- Black Day
Open House for 7th & 8th Graders, 6:00 pm
Wednesday- September 3rd- Silver Day- Early Dismissal
Cheerleading Practice, 1:00-3:00 pm, Dance Room
Winterguard - 1pm-5:30pm, gym
Thursday- September 4th- Black Day
Magazine Turn-In during lunch
Open House for 6th Graders, 6:00 pm
Friday- August 22nd- Silver Day
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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
Early Checkout Procedure
As a safety precaution, students will only be released to the parent/guardian or the Emergency Contact listed on the Emergency card/Student Registration Form. A current driver's license or state issued ID must be presented in the front office to check a student out early. This information will be verified on the student emergency care/student information form and in the computer.
The following procedure will be strictly enforced: No student may be signed out after 1:35 pm every day except Wednesday. The latest early checkout on Wednesday is 12:35. Parents must arrive in the front office not later than 1:30 pm (or 12:30 pm on Wednesday) in order to sign their child out early.
Students who check out during the school day due to illness are not eligible to return to the school that same evening for any activities as a participant or a member of the audience.
Late Homework and Deliveries
Beginning at 7:50 am each day, the front office is unable to deliver late or forgotten homework, books,projects, band instruments or PE uniforms to students. This policy is in effect at all times during the school day. We respectfully request that students and parents honor this policy.
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Athletics
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SPMS Volleyball
Congratulations to those selected for the SPMS 14-15 volleyball teams. The selection process was difficult. All students did an excellent job in tryouts. Thanks to all who participated. Rosters will be posted in next week's Raider Rap.
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
Congratulations to the JV for their win on Wednesday against Landrum. Tough loss for the Varsity team on Thursday. JV will play LPA on Tuesday September 2 at Plantation Field and Varsity play Murray at Murray on Thursday, September 4th. Great job cheerleaders rallying around the 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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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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PSAT Test Offered
Take the 2014 PSAT at SPMS
Get Ready for the SAT®
* access personalized college and career planning resources and get AP® potential feedback in My College QuickStart™
* request information from colleges and universities
* assess your critical reading, mathematical reasoning and writing skills
* get suggestions on how to improve your academic skills
DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18TH
TIME: 7:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
WHERE: SPMS Auditorium
COST: $20.00
SIGN UP IN GUIDANCE- Beginning on September 8th
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE- Signups on a first come/first served basis
Any questions or concerns contact Lisa Mason, Testing Coordintator/School Counselor at lisa.mason@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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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 Christine.Southworth@stjohns.k12.fl.us 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 September 1st
Did you know that the SPMS Cafeteria offers Breakfast?!
Go to the website above to view daily options
Monday- No School- Labor Day
Tuesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Calzonettes, Crunchy Beef Tacos, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Corn, Pears, White Wheat Roll, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Fajita Chicken Salad, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Fresh Apple Slices, WHite Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Pasta and Meatballs, Fajita Chicken Wrap, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Peaches, White Wheat Roll, taco Sauce, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup,Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Friday- BBQ Chicken, Giorgio Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza,Hamburger, Chicken Nuggets, Steamed Carrots, Green Beans, 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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