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Message from Mrs. Kunze
If you didn't have time to take the survey last week, please take a few minutes. We do use the feedback to make improvements. For example, last year many parents stated there was never enough parking in the front lot, so we designated several spots to parents and visitors moving some teacher parking to the back.
Parent Needs Assessment Survey
Don't forget to print the confirmation page, so your child can receive 2 Raider Bucks from his/her homeroom teacher.
Teens for Jeans
We are still collecting jeans! PLEASE ask friends, family, and co-workers to donate.
8th grade Parents
Your child was given a lime green flyer today in homeroom advertising for informational nights at Bartram Trail HS & Creekside. Please mark your calendar!
NJHS 8th Graders!!!
The field trip packet for the Disney Trip for 8th graders is in the library. All money and forms must be submitted to Ms. White no later than Wednesday, January 28th. No forms or money will be collected after 1:15 PM on Wednesday, January 28th.
8th grade Parent Dance Committee
We had 3 parents volunteer to be on the 8th grade dance committe, but would really like a few more. If you are interested, please contact Sharon.Rizzuto@stjohns.k12.fl.us.
BTHS AVID College Prep
The Bartram Trail High School's AVID College Prep Program is currently accepting applications for Rising 9th Graders for the 2015-2016 school year. This college preparatory program provides skills and strategies for academic success and college readiness. Come join us for an AVID Information Night on Thursday, February 5th at 6:00pm in the 9th Grade Cafeteria. Apply Online Today by clicking on the Rising 9th Grade Application on the following AVID College Prep website http://www-bths.stjohns.k12.fl.us/avid/ The deadline to apply is February 10, 2015!
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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!!!
Color Us Crazy Run
Our 2nd Annual Color Us Crazy Run will be on Friday, May 1, 2015. Our committee will hold it's first meeting Thursday, January 29th at noon at Don Juan's Restaurant on San Jose Boulevard. Please email us at SPMSPTSO@hotmail.com
if you plan on attending - we'd love to have your help! (Color Us Crazy is a fun run and family night where we toss packets of colored cornstarch on the students as they run by. It is so much fun - the kids love it and I think, the parents love it even more!)
Magazine Sales
You can order magazines all year long! Please visit www.gaschoolstore.com and enter school ID 2529543.
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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There are no volunteer opportunities at this time. Please be aware that proctoring in the spring for standardized testing is a great way to help the school at the most needed time.
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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
Seaton's Corner
Cunningham Creek Elementary (CCE) is having their Spring Fling on Friday, March 6th from 4-7:00 p.m. They are in need of approximately 25 volunteers for 3 different shifts. If you or your middle (or high) school children would like to volunteer, please email Mary Davidson (CCE PTO) at cceptomail@gmail.com
Volunteers will receive a free slice of pizza at the end of their shift. Also the CCE school staff will happily sign your student's official volunteer hours sheet (to document his/her time). Any help is much appreciated! Please contact Mary if you have any questions.
Mason's Minutes
Coming up in March, we will again need proctors for the DDA's as well as the State assessments. We will be posting information about specific test dates and times through Sign-Up Genius. If you have any questions about proctoring, please do not hesitate to contact me at lisa.mason@stjohns.k12.fl.us or 547-8637.
Moseley's Food for Thought
Is your child or someone you know grieving the death of a loved one? If so, please consider having them go to Camp Healing Powers. It is done through Hospice and is free and for children between the ages of 7 and 17. Please check out the link to their flier about their up-coming camp and a link to an article from the camp director. I've heard very good things from youth and their parents who have participated in the past.
Camp Healing Powers Flyer
http://www.jaxmomsblog.com/parenting-wisdom/support-grieving-child/
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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
Click here to view the minutes of the SAC meeting held on November 19, 2014
Click here to view the minutes of the SAC meeting held on December 17, 2014
SAC NEWS
The next SAC meeting is Wednesday, February 18th at 3:30 pm 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
Requirements for 7th Grade
VERY IMPORTANT! Rising 7th graders can NOT attend classes or recieve their schedule in August without proof of Tdap vaccine! This shot must be documented on a DH 680 (Florida Shot Record). Please do not wait until the last minute to get this. If you have any questions, please contact Joan Beccard in the clinic at 547/8628. Check with your physician to see if your student has already had the shot and have them document the Tdap alomg with your student's other immunizations on the DH 680. If you choose to go to a walk in clinic you must ask the clnic to print a hard copy ot the DH 680 with 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 , phone number 825-5055, please call ahead to see if you qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program.
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Raider Band News
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Raider Band News
Congratulations to the following students who are participating in the St Johns County Middle School Honor Band this week: Amanda Higley, Brandon Third, Brent Feldman, Drew Goldsmith, Havyn Ancelin, Jordyn Iannone, Natalie Stone, Nicole Graham, Trevor Free, and Tushaar Kamat. Their concert will be this Sunday, January 25 at Bartram Trail HS at 3:00 pm. The concert is free and open to the public. Also on the concert will the First Coast Wind Ensemble. Congratulations, students!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Monday, January 26th- Silver Day
Dreams Come True Meeting, 2-3:00 pm, Portable 1
Student Council Meeting, 2-3:00 pm, Room 430
Basketball Game HOME vs Pacetti Bay, 5:30pm
Tuesday, January 27th- Black Day
Basketball Practice, 2-6:00 pm, Gym
Road Raiders, 2-3:00 pm
4-H Club, 2:15-3:15 pm, Ms. Geiger's Room
Wednesday, January 28th- Silver Day
Film Club, 1-3pm, Mr. Moseley's Lab
Basketball Game HOME vs Sebastian, 5:30pm
Thursday- January 29th- Black Day
Basketball Practice, 2-6:00 pm, Gym
Garden Club, 2-2:50 pm, Portable 5
Road Raiders, 2-3:00 pm
Friday, January 30th- Silver Day
Math Counts Practice, 2:10-4:10 pm, Room 575
Basketball Practice, 2-6:00 pm, Gym
Debate Club, 2-3:00 pm, Mrs. Pantano's Room
Video Game Club, 2-3:00 pm. room 355
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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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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.
SPMS Road Raiders
The Road Raiders season starts Tuesday, January 20th. Meet Mrs. Mayer in room 310 after school and parents must be here for pick up by 3:30 pm.
Winterguard
SPMS Winterguard first performance of the 2015 season this Saturday, Jan 24th in Longwood, Florida.
Jan 24, 2015 Premier East Lyman HS Orlando, FL
Feb 14, 2015 Fleming Island Fleming Island, FL
Feb 21, 2015 Lyman High School Longwood, FL
Mar 7, 2015 Freedom High School Orlando, FL
Mar 21, 2015 Fletcher High School Neptune Beach, FL
SJMSAA Tennis
Check the SJMSAA website for information regarding the opening of registration for the 2015 Tennis Team. Tryouts will be February 4 and 5.
SJMSAA Baseball
The Spring tryouts for the SJMSAA open at www.sjmsaa.com. Tryouts will take place at the end of January or the first week in February. Actual dates and times will be announced after winter break.
St. Augustine Volleyball Association
Click here to view information regarding the St. Augustine Volleyball Association rec league.
Nease 2015 Track & Field Flyer
Click here to view a flyer with information on the Nease 2015 Track & Field Event on Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 9:30 -3:00 pm at Nease High School.
Creeks Track & Field
Registration is open for the 2015 Spring Season of Creeks Track & Field. Please register online at www.caatrackandfield.com
The cost of the program is $145 per participant ages 6 (as of August1) and up. The season will begin March 23, 2015. Additional program details may be found on the website under the Creeks Track & Field tab and click on "2015 Spring Track & Field Season". Registration will continue through March 29th, but please note a late fee will be charged after March 15th.
Julington Creek Baseball
Click here to view a flyer on baseball registration with the Julington Creek Baseball association.
SJMSAA Golf
All who is interested in playing golf in the Spring registration is now open. Go to www.sjmsaa.com to register your child. Tryouts will be February 4th, Wednesday at 3:30 pm at South Hampton Golf Club. There will be preseason practices on Mondays and Wednesdays at South Hampton starting January 21st on Wednesday at 3:30 pm.
SPMS Basketball
The Girls have a record of 2 and 2 and the Boys are 1 and 3. The next game is home against Pacetti Bay Monday, January 26 and another game next week on Wednesday January 28 against Sebastian. The first game starts at 5:30 pm.
Field of Dreams Baseball
Click here to view the flyer with information on the Field of Dreams Baseball
Creeks Rec League (February-April) K-8 Boys & Girls
Our core focus, at all age levels, are the fundamentals (passing, catching, shooting, cradling, scooping, etc) of individual play and incorporation of team skills. Each season, we have many newcomers, at all age levels that join us for their first season of lacrosse. So, if your son or daughter has never played before, he or she will not be alone in trying lacrosse for the first time. While we always intend to field competitive teams and play well, we pride ourselves on developing players for longevity in the game of lacrosse by teaching the core fundamentals of the game and instilling in our players a love for the game. The transition from "newbie" at the beginning of the season to what could be called a "lacrosse player" at the end of a season is impressive. Hopefully, we will be able to count your son or daughter in for that transition! For questions about Spring Lax, send an email to creekslacrosse@gmail.com
Junior Grizzlies (February-April)
This spring, starting in February, Swiss Point MS 6th-8th grader girls interested in playing lacrosse will be able to join our after school "Junior Grizzlies" lacrosse program that will practice twice a week 2:00pm-3:30 pm. Beginners, intermediate and advanced players all can join! Our Junior Grizzlies MS players will be able to work with Bartram Trail girl's lacrosse coaches and players. More information coming soon! Contact Coach Jackowiak for any questions: Meghan.fanning@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Julington Creek Baseball Registration Now Open
5U-12U
- Evaluation First week in January
- Season starts mid January
- First games late February/early March
- 4-5 weeks of pre season practice 2 days per week
- 1-2 games weekly at Durbin Park, Mills field, or Kehoe
- 12 game schedules
13U-18U
- Season starts late January/early February
- First games in March
- Games against JCB and area Babe Ruth Coalition teams (pending participation)
- Minimum 12 game schedules
- 1-2 games weekly
Spring Registration Fee is 150.00 for 5U-12U and 160.00 for 13U-18U. To register and for more information: www.julingtoncreekbaseball.org
Creeks Boys and Girls Lacrosse Registration is Now Open
Don't miss out on being a part of the fastest growing sport in the country? Registration for the Spring 2015 season of Creeks Youth Lacrosse (boys and girls in grades K - 8) will close on Sunday, January 25th! Don't miss your chance to learn the "Creator's Game" and play one of the most exhausting, exhilarating and exciting sports around!
Please email us for information if applying for financial hardship assistance or multiple-player discounts
Click here to register
Spring 2015 FAQ
What is the date of our first Spring Practices?
Practices begin the week of Feb. 2nd (Boys & Girls); Academy format for all age divisions.
What are practice days and times?
Team practice days and times are set by individual coaches based upon their schedule/availability and that of their assistant coaches. This is typically finalized in the first week or two of the season.
Where will practices be held?
Boys will practice at Durbin Crossing Park, with some practices located at Julington Creek Plantation Park once flag-football season is over. Girls will practice Aberdeen Park.
When will the season end?
The Boys season will conclude on May 2nd and the Girls season will conclude on April 25th. A parent meeting will be held prior to the start of the season. An announcement on a date and time will be forthcoming.
2015 Creeks Premier Team Offerings
Creeks Youth Lacrosse will be fielding competitive teams at the U11, U13, and U15 levels for both boys and girls this season. Our vision is the coordinate competitive games with other local/regional teams during the Spring and then segue to summer tournaments/travel in May, June and possibly July.
Creeks Boys Lacrosse is also pursuing a high-level coach to assist with the training and development of Creeks programs and players. During the Spring season, we will hold tryouts for each age group and develop WARRIOR and SWERVE team rosters. Stay tuned for more information!
Pipleline210 Girls Spring Lacrosse K-8 League (February-April) At Pipeline210 the number one priority is teaching GIRLS lacrosse! Founded by NCAA/US Lacrosse certified coaches and experienced collegiate players, Pipleline210 produces better lacrosse players with superior skills! With expert-level coaching, Pipleline210 teaches a fast-track curriculum in a fun, character building environment! The league will run February-April. Practices will be Monday and Wednesday evenings. Games will be on Saturdays or Sundays. For more information and to register visit PipeLine210lacrosse.com For any questions, contact us at info@Pipeline210lacrosse.com
or at 904-230-3540.
**FREE PIPELINE210 CLINIC ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 24TH 12:00-2:30PM FOR K-8 GIRLS AT SOUTH HAMPTON MULTI-PUROPE FIELD!!
Location:
South Hampton Multi-purpose Field
140 South Hampton Club Way
St. Augustine, FL 32092
What to bring:
Girls will need to wear athletic clothing and cleats. Girls will also need to bring a girl's lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard and a water bottle. We will have a limited number of sticks and goggles available for girls to borrow. Each girl MUST bring their own mouth guard. Learn more about girl's lacrosse equipment HERE.
Register Here for Clinic: https://ezyregistration.com/pipeline210/jan24clinic.htm
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Student Corner
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Annual SPMS Variety Show
It is time to start thinking about auditioning for the SPMS Variety Show!!! The talent show benefits Dreams Come True to sponsor a dream for a child with a life-threatening illness.
Auditions will be held on Tuesday, February 3rd. The show dates are February 26th and 27th. We are looking for a variety of acts including singing, dancing, musical instruments, rock bands, gymnastics, skits, and more! Even if you haven't had any specific training, you can audition! We never seem to have enough group acts, so gather a few friends and create an original act! You must register for auditions, so pick up your registration form in the front office. This form needs to be returned to the front office by Jan. 29th. Auditions will be scheduled in the order in which the registration form is received.
Interested in Law EnForcement?- Become a Police Explorer
Any students who are interested in learning about law enforcement please see the attached Police Explorer flier. The Police Explorer Post 911 is a great opportunity for students age 12-21 who are interested in possibly pursuinig a career in law enforcement or just just want to see what law enforcement officers do. The attached flyer explains the Explorer Program in detail and what to expect. If you have any questions you can contact Deputy Kowieski in the Dean's Office.
Click here to view the informational flyer
More Sweatshirts for FCA to be Ordered
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the new FCA sweatshirt, another sweatshirt order will be submitted. If you are interested in purchasing a sweatshirt please come see Mrs. Casper in Guidance for an order form with $25. The order will be placed on Friday, January 30 so do not hesitate. Thanks so much in advance for supporting FCA!
Testing for Virtual Classes
There will be supervised testing for students taking virtual courses on the dates below (Wednesdays). Testing will be in Lab 650 from 1-3 pm. Please plan accordingly.
February 18
March 11
April 1
April 15
April 29
May 6
May 20
June 3
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Student's Corner- Just for 8th Graders
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Academy Information
Monday, February 2nd
Auditions for School of the Arts
Friday, February 6th
Each high school will mail a letter home to students who were accepted into an academy.
Friday, February 18th
Deadline to accept an invitation to an academy. Students who receive a letter from a high school MUST go online and accept the academy.
Timeline
November 17 Current Career Academy students must re-apply through the Intent to Return link below
December 11 Online Application OPENS for newly applying 8th and 9th grade students
Jan. 6- 15 Academy Nights (see schedule below)
February 2 St. Johns County Center for the Arts AUDITIONS at SAHS - You must bring your printed application form.
January 22 Registration Deadline - Online - Registration will be closed at midnight.
February 6 Invitation Letters Mailed to Each Student (Each high school mails out invitations to all applicants to join.)
February 6 Acceptance Link Opens (applicants must accept the invitation online - ONLY ACCEPT ONE school's invitation)
February 18 Deadline to Accept the Invitation is midnight February 18, 2015.
July 1 Last day to appeal
8th Grade Ramp Up at Creekside High School
Creekside High School is presenting an evening of information for all incoming 9th graders. The night will include information about athletics, extracurricular activities, performances, food and more. The event is Thursday, February 12, 2015 beginning in the CHS auditorium at 6:00 pm.
8th Grade Parent Night at Bartram Trail High School
BTHS is hosting an informational meeting to learn all about Bartram Trail on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:00pm in the Bartram Trail Auditorium for all current 8th graders zoned for BTHS.
BTHS AVID College Prep
The Bartram Trail High School's AVID College Prep Program is currently accepting applications for Rising 9th Graders for the 2015-2016 school year. This college preparatory program provides skills and strategies for academic success and college readiness. Come join us for an AVID Information Night on Thursday, February 5th at 6:00pm in the 9th Grade Cafeteria. Apply Online Today by clicking on the Rising 9th Grade Application on the following AVID College Prep website http://www-bths.stjohns.k12.fl.us/avid/ The deadline to apply is February 10, 2015!
Lost & Found from Washington DC
Several items were left on the buses from the return trip to Washington DC. Items found are bed pillow, jackets, clothes, chargers, ipod, hats, gloves and scarves. They can be collected in the front office.
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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
Welcome to our Maker Space.
Thank you to the DiDeo family for donating the activities for this space. My goal has always been to create a Media Center that is the Hub of the school and the DiDeo family has joined with me to create this wonderful STEM space. A Maker Space is an area where people gather to create and make.......make what? ANYTHING! It's a place where students can share supplies, skills, and ideas and work together on projects. It's about tinkering, collaborative learning, play, conversations for learning, experimentation, inquiry, the act of creating and problem solving. We are in the beginning stages and as you see, we have electronics, straws (yes, straws!), marble towers, kinex and mosaic tiles. As the years progress I hope to add things such as 3D printing, a lego wall, and more. This space is making its GRAND OPENING this coming week during Celebrate Literacy. Lots of fun things are happening in the media center.
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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 January 26th
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- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Fajita Chicken Salad. Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Carrot & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Apple Slices, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Hamburger, Chicken Nuggets, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Lettuce, Tomato & Pickle, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Friday- Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dipping Sauce 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- 1/9/2014
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
Character Counts! 6 Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk
The Character Counts! 6 Pillars 6K/3K Run/Walk will be held on satureday, February 7 at 2:00 pm begiining and ending at Palencia Elementary School. For more information and registration go to www.racesmith.com.
Approved District Calendar for 15-16
Click here to view the approved 2015-2015 District Master 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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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.
Free Tickets
The Jacsonville Armada FC will be having their inaugural match on Saturday, February 7 at 5:00 against the Philadelphia Union. To celebrate, the organization is giving a free child ticket with every adult ticket. Click here to view the flyer and get the promo code.
Camp Composition
Click here to view a flyer regarding a writing camp at UNF held in January and February.
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