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Messages from Mrs. Kunze
The BMX Bike show for magazine sales is this Friday, Nov. 21st, at 1pm. The event will be outside, so students will want to bring a jacket. See the PTSO section below for more details.
Tomorrow, Saturday, November 15th, is the last day to purchase a yearbook for $35. After Nov. 15th, yearbooks will continue to be sold online through December 12th for $45. Yearbooks MUST be ordered online this year. We will not have extra yearbooks in May to sell. To order please visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and use code 359.
We are having a problem with students staying after school for a club meeting or extra help, but not being picked up on time. If an event is over at 3pm and you can not be there at 3pm, then your child should not stay. Children can not sit in the office or outside unsupervised waiting for their ride. The school is responsible for students staying after school and we do not have personnel to supervise them. The punch card through Beyond the Bell is available for $300 for 20 visits, plus the $75 registration fee.
The NJHS Induction for 7th & 8th graders is this Thursday, Nov. 20th, at 6:30pm in the auditorium. I apologize, but I left the list of new inductees at school, so I will post the names in next Friday's Raider Rap.
Exam Schedule- PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR
The quarter exams will be administered December 16th through the 19th. It is very important that your child is present for these exams. Make-up exams will be administered in the afternoon of Friday, December 19th and when we return from the Winter Break in January.
The exam schedule is...
Tuesday, Dec. 16th - exams in Silver 2 & Silver 3
Wednesday, Dec. 17th - exams in Black 2 & Silver 4
Thursday, Dec. 18th - exams in Black 3 & Black 4
Friday, Dec. 19th - exam in Skinny & make-up exams
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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!!!
PTSO MEETING
Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 13th at 10:15. Our numbers are growing each month and we hope to see you in November.
BMX Show!- Magazine Sales
The BMX show will be held on Friday, November 21 at 1:00pm. Students will receive their tickets the day of the show during lunch period. If your student earned a Bring a Friend ticket, those wristbands will also be given out during lunch to the student who earned it. It will be up to the student to give the wristband to their friend. Please have your student know who they are taking to the show therefore, there is no confusion the day of the show.
It's not too late to order magazines or Holiday gifts. Please visit www.gaschoolstore.com and enter school ID 2529543.
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Panariello at Mary.Panariello@hrblock.com.
Box Tops
Calling for all Box Tops! If you have any at home, please send them in this week. We have to submit them by the end of this month. Your student will receive 1 Raider Buck for every 50 Box Tops turned in. Thanks in advance!
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Volunteer Information
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Every year we have a Holiday Store for students to purchase gifts for family members for the holidays using Raider Bucks. The store is open during lunch in December. Some of the items are new, but most are gently used items that have been donated. The students really enjoy the Holiday Store and like the excitement of being able to purchase a gift for a parent or sibling without anyone knowing, so it is a complete surprise.
If you wish to donate items, we will take Christmas mugs, Christmas plates, nice dishes, ornaments, jewelry, candles, hand soap/lotion, ties, purses, books, team paraphernalia, toys, etc - basically, anything that you don't want. We are always in need of gifts for dads. As you are cleaning closets or getting ready for the holidays, please donate your items to us. You can bring items in at any time and give them to Cynthia Casper in guidance.
Volunteers Needed
The Holiday Gift Shop will be opening soon and volunteers will be needed to help with "setting up the store"! A SignUp Genius will be going out in November to ask for help with set up, running and cleaning up of the store.
Proctors Needed
In December the students will be taking District Assessment Exams. There are many days needed for proctors to assist in monitoring students. The SignUp Genius will go out with the Holiday Store request. It will be advertised shortly.
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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
Moseley's Food for Thought
As we approach the holidays, there may be Switzerland Point families in need of some assistance due to financial struggles. Please contact Mrs. Moseley by Wednesday the 19th if your family could use help with gifts for your children for Christmas. Allow us to give a helping hand - and it's all anonymous!
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SAC News
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School Advisory Council
Switzerland Point Middle School
Sarah Ehlert, SAC Chair, Sarah.Ehlert@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Click here to view the minutes of the SAC meeting held on September 17, 2014
Click here to view the minutes of the SAC meeting held on October 25, 2014
SAC NEWS
The next SAC meeting is Wednesday, November 19th at 3:30pm in room 640. All are welcome to attend.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
FYI- There is information regarding Ebola on the SPMS website. Please visit www-raider.stjohns.k12.fl.us if interested.
Changes in Personal Information
Parents, if there has been a change of cell phone, work phone, etc please contact Norma Miller, computer Operator at Norma.miller@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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Raider Band News
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Raider Band News
From the SPMS Band Booster Association
Band News!
The last fall band concert will be:
Tuesday, November 18 at 7:00 pm - Beginning Band
Thank you to everyone who supported our Dunkin' Donuts Coffee Sale! Coffee will be delivered in early November!
We will be sending 150 pounds of coffee overseas to our troops! Thank you!
Also, a Firehouse Subs Fun Night has been scheduled for Monday, November 24th at the SR13 and CR210 locations. Firehouse graciously donates 20% of proceeds to our Band. Please bring the attached flyer so your purchase is included. http://www-raider2.stjohns.k12.fl.us/zentzl/1765CE1B-0118C716.49/firehouse%20oct%2014.jpg
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Week of November 17, 2014
Monday, November 17th- Silver Day
Tuesday, November 18th- Black Day
Play Practice, 2-6:00 pm, Auditorium
Testing for Students taking a virtual class, 2:00 pm, lab 650
Road Raiders, 2-3:30 pm
4H Club, 2:15-3:15 pm, Room 415
Beginning Band Concert, 7:00 pm, Gym
Wednesday- November 19th- Silver Day- Early Dismissal
Grades Updated in HAC by 3:00 pm
Winterguard, 1-5:30 pm, Gym
Film Club, 1-3:00 pm
Cheerleading Practice, 1:00-3:00 pm, Dance Room
FCA General Meeting, 1:00-2:30 pm, Patio
SAC Meeting, 3:30-5:00 pm, Room 640
Thursday- November 20th - Black Day
Play Practice, 2-6:00 pm, Auditorium
Road Raiders, 2-3:30 pm
Garden Club, 2-2:50pm
SWAT Club, 2:15-3:15 pm, PE Classroom
NJHS Induction, 6:30-8:30 pm, Auditorium
Friday- November 21th - Silver Day
BMX Bike Show for top fundraiser sellers, 1:00 pm, Outside
Debate Club, 2-3:00 pm, Mrs. Pantano's Room
Math Counts Practice, 2:10-3:10 pm, Room 575
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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
Drop Off Time
Please do not drop your child off at school before 7:10 am. Staff is not available to supervisor students before that time. We appreciate your cooperation.
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Athletics
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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.
SJCMAA Football
If you are looking for something fun and exciting to do this weekend, then come on out to the
SJMSAA ALL STAR GAME, where some of our best players from all four schools in the north-end of the county take on the best of the South.
The game is this Saturday, November 15 at 9:00 am at Pacetti Bay Middle School.
Come on out and cheer on our boys!!!
And congratulations once again to Conner Easterling, Garrett Denny, Clayton Ledford, Robby Love, Nick Spivey, Kyle Coffindaffer, Kaleo Fowler, Cameron Sullivan and Jordan Webster for representing SPMS. Good Luck to all of you! G-O R-A-I-D-E-R-S-!!!
SJMSAA Golf
Nov. 10 - WGV Clinic 4-5:30pm
Nov. 17 - Practice at South Hampton Golf Club 4-5:30pm
Nov. 24 - WGV Clinic 4-5:30pm
Dec. 1 - Practice at South Hampton Golf Club 4-5:30pm*
Dec. 8 - Practice at South Hampton Golf Club 4-5:30pm*
*As it gets darker earlier we may have to move our practices to Wednesdays early out from 3-4:30pm.
SJMSAA Soccer
The Lady Raiders did not play versus Pacetti Bay due to field issues and lost to FCMS. They play Thursday, November 20 versus LPA. The Boys Varsity team beat Pacetti Bay. The Boys Varsity Development team also beat PBMS. Go Raiders! Next week's games: Boys Developmental- Nov. 18 versus FCMS Developmental team and . Boys Varsity against Landrum, Nov 18 and FCMS on Friday, November 21.
SJMSAA Fall Baseball
The JV baseball team won on Wednesday versus Landrum this past week. The JV team plays Monday versus PBMS. The Varsity team's season is over and the coaches and the parents are very proud of their performances. and won versus Landrum and tied Fruit Cove on Thursday. Good luck Raider baseball players at your next games.
SPMS Basketball
Tryouts will begin in December for the girls and boys basketball teams. December 1-4th girls from 4:30-6:00 and boys 2:00-4:00. Click here for the Parental Approval Form or see one of the PE coaches.
CAA Wrestling Registration
Welcome to Creeks Wrestling! Children ages 5 years old - 8th grade. Season will run December 1 thru February 28. Practice Monday and Thursday 6:30-8:30
This year practice will be split into two sessions (Jr session 6:30-7:30 and Sr session 7:30-8:30)
The children will be evaluated during the first two weeks and divided according to age/weight/experience level
Open wrestling/practice Saturdays 9am-11am
Cost per wrestler $85 and Must have membership to AAU Wrestling ($16 membership recommended) prior to first practice. www.aauwrestling.net
To Register: Print off 2014-2015 Registration form (click here) and Mail form and check (make payable to: CAA Wrestling) to:
Eric Anderson
attn: Creeks Wrestling
609 Lavender Lane
Saint Johns, FL 32259
There will be a parents meeting on Monday, December 1 at 6:30 - practice following, registrations will be accepted at the meeting as well.
Email questions to: caawrestling@gmail.com
Or call Eric Anderson at 904.657.6116
***We are in need of a volunteer to help out with a website. Please email or call if you may be interested. Thank YOU!
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Student Corner
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Master Calendar for 2014-2015
Click here to print.
*Please note that semester exams will be given the week before winter break. PLEASE do not schedule vacation during exam time. Make-ups for semester exams will occur in January AFTER the winter break.
Lost and Found
Jackets, hoodies and lunchboxes are piling up again in the front office. Please have your student look there, in the individual classrooms and in the PE lost and found in the locker room where the washer and dryers are.
FCA General Meeting
There is an FCA General Meeting on Wednesday, November 19th from 1-2:30 on the patio. There will be a guest speaker from a local parish. You will be able to choose to play either Ultimate Frisbee or Basketball. Snack will be provided at the end. Please have a ride ready for pickup at 2:30pm. Any questions or concerns contact Mrs. Casper at cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Virtual School Testing Dates
Students taking a course through virtual school MUST have their final exam proctored. Computer lab 650 will be monitored from 2-4pm on the dates listed below for students to stay after to take their final exam.
November 18th
December 2nd
December 16th
Dates for the second semester will be posted later.
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Washington DC Trip
We are in the process of finalizing room lists, so we can place students on a bus.
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Media Center News
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Media Specialist, Judy Gill
Media Paraprofessional, Christine Southworth
Judy.Gill@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Christine.Southworth@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Battle of the Books sign up is underway. Many students have signed up already. You do not have to read all 7 books to do this fun school wide event. Team up with your friends that have read them and make a team that has read all 7. The books on this battle round will be: I, Emma Freke, Doll Bones, The Raft, Small as an Elephant, Homesick, Ungifted and The Lions of Little Rock.
Make sure your student is returning their books on time. We have over 300 books that are overdue. Every day that the book is overdue there is a 5 cent fee. Fees are accumulating daily.
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Beyond the Bell
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Beyond the Bell
Beyond the Bell has openings! Not happy with your student's report card? Would you like for him/her to have extra help from a SPMS teacher? Join BTB! We provide structured adult supervision and homework help from dismissal until 6pm. Snack is provided.
Fees:
Registration Fee (annual) $75
Monthly Extended Day Care $200
We also offer a "drop-in" service. For $300 + the registration fee, you can purchase a 20 visit BTB Punchcard. If you can't pick your child up from clubs, sports, or tutoring, they can stay with BTB and finish school work. The 20 visits can be used until the end of the school year.
If you have any further questions please email Christine.Southworth@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Please download the registration form from the address below.
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Lunch Menu
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Week of November 17th
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, Choice of 100% Juice, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Tuesday- Mini corn Dogs, Mini Cheese Ravioli, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Assorted Fruit, garlic Breadstick, dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, 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- Holiday Luncheon- Roasted Turkey & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, White Wheat Roll, Apple Crisp, Cranberry Sauce, Variety of Milk
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, Mayo, Variety of Milk
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From the District
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Superintendent's Weekly Review- 11/13/2014
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
Proposed District Calendar for 15-16
Below is a link to the District website to the proposed school calendar for 15-16. PLEASE take a few minutes to view the calendar and give input. Thank you.
Link to District Website for proposed calendar
Honor Roll Businesses
Click here to view businesses that accept the Honor Card given to students who received all As or all As or Bs.
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Horse Sense & Sensitivity's 2nd Annual Round Up!
Click here to view the flyer for this exciting event being held on Saturday, November 15 at Bailey's Farm in St. Johns.
North Florida Expanding Your Horizons: Motivating Young Women in Science & Math
Click here to view flyer regarding an opportunity for girls grades 5th-8th. The workshop will be held on January 24, 2015 at the UNF University Center from 9am-3pm. Registration is now open.
Community Asthma Workshop Schedule
Click here to view the schedule for local asthma workshops.
3rd Annual Santa Suits on the Loose 5K and Santa's Gift Gallery
Click here to view the flyer for the December 13 starting at the St. Augustine Pier Park at 8:00 am.
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