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Message from Mrs. Kunze
I hope everyone had a relaxing spring break and is rejuvinated for the last 11 weeks of school. The rotation of days for the 4th quarter has been flipped, so we will start with a Black day on Monday, March 23rd.
We have several students giving up some of their spring break time representing Swiss Point at competitions. Please join me in wishing the following groups good luck!!
Math Counts competes at State Competition at UCF today, Friday, March 20th.
Science Olympiad competes at State Competition at UCF tomorrow, Saturday, March 21st.
Winterguard performs at Fletcher High School on Saturday, March 21st.
A few reminders...
We start homeroom at 7:40am. If you are dropping your child off in the morning, we start drop-offs at 7:10am. If you come early there is not a line and getting in and out is much easier.
In homeroom on Tuesday, 8th grade students will receive information on how to select courses for high school. Bartram Trail HS & Creekside HS will be here at Swiss on Tuesday, March 31st and Wednesday, April 1st to answer questions and collect course registration forms. Nease HS will be at Swiss on Tuesday, March 31st only.
TESTING FOR THIS WEEK...
Monday, March 23rd - none
Tuesday, March 24th
6th grade - none
7th grade - none
8th grade - DDA for Chorus administered during Silver 2
Wednesday, March 25th & Thursday, March 26th
6th grade - DDA for Beginning Spanish administered through computer class with Campbell or Drinkuth
7th grade - DDAs for Jazz, Beginning Spansh, and Intermediate Spanish administered through computer class with Hurst.
8th grade -
DDAs for all levels of Spanish administered during Spanish class in the library.
DDA for Introduction to Informational Technology administered during Mr. Moseley's class.
Friday, March 27th & Monday, March 30th
6th grade - DDAs for Critical Thinking, Band 1, Band 2, and Chorus through computer class with Campbell or Drinkuth
7th grade - DDAs for Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, and Chorus administered through computer class with Hurst.
8th grade - DDAs for Advanced Art, Advanced Drama, Band 2, Band 3 will be administered in a computer lab during class time.
Review of Different Tests
FSA (Florida Standards Assessment)
FSA Reading - all grades - administered on the computer
2 sessions - 80 minutes each administered over 2 days
FSA Math - all grades (excluding Algebra & Geometry)
3 sessions - 60 minutes each administered with session 1 on day 1 and sessions 2 & 3 on day 2. All sessions are administered on the computer.
FCAT 2.0 Science - 8th grade only - administered paper/pencil. Both 90 min sessions are administered on one day.
EOC (End-of-Course) Exam
State exam administered in MS Civics, HS Algebra, and HS Geometery. The exam counts 30% of the student's overall course grade. The exams are administered on the computer.
DDA (District Determined Assessment)
District created exam for core courses not tested under the State testing system and all non-core courses. The exam will count as 1 summative grade for the student and will count for at least 40% of the teacher's final evaluation.
Important Testing Dates
PLEASE mark your calendar with the dates below that your child will be testing. Attendance is extremely important on these testing days.
DDAs for year-long non-core courses all grades
Wednesday, March 25th through Monday, March 30th - all will be administered on the computer. 6th & 7th graders will take there exams through their computer class.
FSA Reading 6th grade
Monday, April 13th & Tuesday, April 14th
FSA Reading 7th grade
Wednesday, April 15th & Thursday, April 16th
FSA Reading 8th grade
Friday, April 17th & Monday, April 20th
FSA Reading Make-up exams for all grade levels
Tuesday, April 21st & Wednesdday, April 22nd
FSA Math 6th grade
Thursday, April 23rd through Tuesday, April 28th
FSA Math 7th grade
Wednesday, April 29th through Monday, May 4th
FCAT 2.0 Science 8th grade
Thursday, April 30th
FSA Math 8th grade
Tuesday, May 5th through Friday, May 8th
Algebra EOC
Monday, May 11th & Tuesday, May 12th
Geometry EOC
Wednesday, May 13th & Thursday, May 14th
Civics EOC
Friday, May 15th & Monday, May 18th
DDAs for semester non-core courses
Tuesday, May 19th through Wednesday, May 27th
4th Quarter District Assessments
Friday, May 29th through Wednesday, June 3rd
4th Quarter District Assessments - make-ups
Last day of school, Thursday, June 4th
FSA Portal
To learn more information about the FSA Writing, Reading & Math exams, you can visit the FSA Portal on the FL Department of Education website.
Link to FSA Portal
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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 PTSO meeting will be Thursday, March 26th at 10:30 at school. We're working on exciting plans for next year and would love to have you join us!
Color Us Crazy Run & Fun Coming - Friday, May 1st!
Click here for Registration Form
Our second Color Us Crazy Run & Fun Night will be here before you know it! Friday, May 1st from 5 - 8 at Swiss Point in the back of the school. Come join our school community for a night of fun & family. Students and their parents can run a course around the back of the school while we throw packets of colored powder on them. The night includes jump houses, an obstacle course, hamster ball races, a dunk tank, and much more.
Registration fee is $20/one runner or $15/runner for families with 2+ runners. Registration includes the white t-shirt for the run AND if you register by April 17th, you'll also receive a free color packet to throw on a friend.
Send your registration form in right away to reserve your spot in the run!
Thanks to the Swiss Point Cares Committee!
Shana Webster is leading the Swiss Point Cares Committee and we're off to a great start. The committee looks for needs within the Swiss Point Community and within our county. We were able to support both homeless services for St. Johns County and St. Augustine Youth Services (known to lots of us as the Boys Home). Many of our elementary schools supported SAYS through fundraisers in elementary school so this is a nice way to continue that tradition. Within our own school we've been able to support some of our families in the true spirit of a caring community. Thanks to everyone who has participated in the committee meetings. Watch for what they have planned next to include our students in the giving!
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 25 Box Tops turned in. Thanks in advance!
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Volunteer Information
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Just a few spots left!! Check it out!!
A SighUp was sent out at the end of last month requesting proctors for the District Determined Assessments. There are still a few spots that need to be filled after spring break. If you wish to proctor, please go to www.signupgenius.com. Go to find a signup and enter email address cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us Thanks in advance to all those who are willing to help!
Any questions regarding proctoring please contact Lisa Mason, test Coordinator at 547-8637 or lisa.mason@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Thanks if advance for all who will help.
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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
It is now the end of 3rd quarter! Report cards will be issued on the Friday that we get back from Spring Break (March 27th). This Spring Break is coming at a good time for students and their families to have time to rest, strengthen our bonds as family members, and make some memories! It is also a time for our students to reflect on this school year, learn from their mistakes, and set goals for improvement for this last quarter coming up. Please remind your student that this last quarter's grades have just as much weight toward their yearly grade averages as the other quarters during the year. For many students, this will be a last chance to pull up their grades. Please talk with your child about continuing their academic motivation and good behavior choices throughout the end of this school year. Have a wonderful Spring Break!
8th grade Parents and Students!
Registration for 9th grade for students who will be attending Bartram Trail or Creekside High Schools will have appointments on either March 31st or April 1st. Students attending Nease High School will have appointments on March 31st. Information will be sent home the week after Spring Break with the exact date and time of your child's scheduled appointment. Appointment times cannot be changed, so if the parent cannot attend, the student will still meet with someone from the high school to register for next year at their appointed date/time. Students MUST bring their course description list with a parent signature. Parents can write notes on this form and can call the high school after their child's appointment to speak with the registrar or guidance counselor if they have any questions.
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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 from the Feb. 18th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the Sep. 17th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the Oct. 25th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the Nov. 19th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the Dec. 17th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the Feb.18th meeting
SAC NEWS
The next SAC meeting is Wednesday, April 15th 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
Over the Counter Medications
Parents, please do not send your students with over the counter medications and a hand written note. All meds must be brought in by an adult and have an over the counter form accompany the medication. This form can be found on the SPMS website under the link for parents. There is an over the counter form and a Rx form there for you to print out.
The meds must be in an original sealed container.
Changes in Personal Information
Parents, your help is needed. I spend many hours each week calling parents when students are sick, injured, etc. However, I find when I call home numbers I often get a message that says "this number is disconnected." I call work numbers and they say "they have not worked here in 5 years." Then your student says " my parents got new cell numbers but I don't know what they are." Please notify our computer operator, Norma Miller, at 547-8626 for changes in your contact numbers. You can also e-mail
Asthma Workshops
Click here to view the upcoming community asthmas workshop schedule from January 6-June 13.
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Raider Band News
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Many of our band students will be performing at the Music Performance Assessment (MPA) this weekend. Best wishes to our Raider Bands!!!
During band classes on Monday and Tuesday, March 9th and 10th, students will have the opportunity to have their band photo taken with their instrument for a keepsake. Sheets will be sold for $16 each, ordered online and delivered in the spring. More information is coming soon in an email to band parents.
Fundraisers
To fund our excellent band program we are always excited to offer carefully chosen fund raisers.
Dunkin Donuts Coffee should be delivered before spring break. Thank you for supporting our coffee sale!
We have a fundraiser with Bozard Ford that continues on from last year. Purchase an oil change certificate for $20: a $35 value. These certificates are good until June 1, 2015 and ALL of the funds raised stay with our band program. Thank you Bozard Ford. Forms again are available with Mrs.Zentz or contact Michelle Bedell, michellebedell@gmail.com.
Another continuing fundraiser is our car magnets for $5. They are in Mrs Zentz's office and are available the day you send in your money. Wear your school and band pride on your car!
We will also have one more Firehouse Sub night this year. Put March 25th on your calendars now and treat yourself to a night of no cooking! Show the SPMS Band flyer when you order and we receive a percentage of your order. This can be done at the Firehouse on 210 or on 13, whichever is more convenient for you. Firehouse Sub Flyer 
Our last fundraising opportunity right now is Chip In for Youth Tickets for The Players on May 5 - 10, 2015. These tickets are available for $45, cheaper than purchasing them elsewhere, AND we keep $25 of that for our band. Another perk is that they can be used any day of the tournament. You can order them directly by going to www.chipinforyouth.com and entering our code, which is SPMSRAIDERBAND. The deadline to order these tickets is April 24th, 2015.
Thank you for supporting our fantastic Raider Bands!!!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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No School
March 16th-20th
Week of March 23rd
Monday, March 23rd- Black Day
Jr. Grizzlies Lacrosse Practice, 2-3:15pm
Musical Rehearsals scenes 1-7, 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
Dreams Come True Meeting, 2-3:00 pm, Portable 1
Student Council Meeting, 2-3:00 pm, Room 430
Tuesday, March 24th - Silver Day
Musical Rehearsals scenes 8-12, 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
4-H Club, 2:15-3:15 pm, Ms. Geiger's Room
Wednesday, March 25th- Black Day
FCA General Meeting, 1-2:30 pm, Gym
Film Club, 1-3:00 pm, Mr. Moseley's Lab
Thursday- March 26th- Silver Day
Chorus MPA, St Johns Country Day School
Garden Club, 2-2:50 pm, Portable 5
Jr Grizzlie Lacross Practice, 2:00-3:15
SWAT Club, 2:15-3:00 pm, PE Classroom
Book Club Meeting, 2-3:00 pm, Media Center
Beginning Band Concert, 7:00 pm, Gym
Friday, March 27th- Black Day
PTSO Meeting, 10:30 am -12:00 pm, Auditorium
Musical Rehearsals, entire cast, 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
Debate Club, 2-3:00 pm, Ms Pantano's room
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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
Messages and Voice mail
Often calls are made to the homes of students as well as to their parents cell phones. Please listen to voice mail messages before calling the school. Students are instructed to leave a message and alert now messages also go to voice mail.
Absence Letters/Notes
If you receive an attendance letter informing you of 5, 10 or 15 absences your child has, the absences cannot be excused by a note from the parent. The only way the delinquent absences can be excused is by a doctor's excuse. Absence notes should be turned in within 48 hours of the absence.Please remind your student to hand in their notes on time.
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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 Dodgeball Intramurals
Dodgeball Intramurals will begin on Tuesday, March 10th at 2:00 in the gym. Please turn in forms to Coach Singleton ASAP! Any questions and concerns, please see Coach Singleton.
SPMS Road Raiders
The last meeting is Thursday March 12th. There will be an end of the season party from 2-3:30.
Reminder: sign up for the Gate River Run!
SPMS Winterguard
Jan 24, 2015 Premier East Lyman HS Orlando, FL-
Great Job Winterguard Team!
Feb 7, 2015
Way to Go Winterguard Raiders!!
Feb 14, 2015 Fleming Island Fleming Island, FL
Our SPMS team placed 3rd! Way to go Raiders!
Feb 21, 2015 Lyman High School Longwood, FL
Congratulations on a 2nd Place Win!!
Mar 21, 2015 Fletcher High School Neptune Beach, FL
Mar 27, 2015 Championships in Daytona, FL
SJMSAA Tennis
The Black Team's match was cancelled due to rain. The Silver Team lost to Liberty Pines.
| Date | Home | Away | Time | Facility | | 5-Mar | SPMS Black | LMS Black | 5:00 | Mills | | 5-Mar | FCMS Gold | SPMS Silver | 3:30 | Julington Creek | | 12-Mar | SPMS Silver | LPA | 5:00 | Mills | | 12-Mar | FCMS Gold | SPMS Black | 3:30 | Julington Creek | | 26-Mar | SPMS Silver | FCMS White | 5:00 | Mills | | 26-Mar | LMS Blue | SPMS Black | 3:30 | Plantation | | 2-Apr | LMS Blue | SPMS Silver | 3:30 | Plantation | | 2-Apr | LMS White | SPMS Black | 3:30 | Plantation | | 9-Apr | SPMS Black | SPMS Silver | 5:00 | Mills | | 16-Apr | SPMS Black | POA | 5:00 | Mills | | 16-Apr | LMS Blue | SPMS Silver | 3:30 | Plantation | | 23-Apr | LMS White | SPMS Silver | 3:30 | Plantation | | 23-Apr | LPA | SPMS Black | 5:00 | Mills | | 30-Apr | POA | SPMS Silver | 4:00 | Durbin Creek Amenities | | 30-Apr | FCMS Navy | SPMS Black | 3:30 | Julington Creek | | 7-May | FCMS Navy | SPMS Silver | 3:30 | Julington Creek | | 7-May | FCMS White | SPMS Black | 3:30 | Julington Creek |
SJMSAA Baseball
Varsity lost a tough game with Fruit Cove 4-3. JV is 1-0 after beating Landrum 6-5. Go Raiders!
SJMSAA Softball
The first games will be played next week and results will be posted in the Raider Rap.
Creekside High School Elementary & Middle School Track and Field Championship
There will be a Elementary and Middle School Track and Field Championship at Creekside High School Wednesday April 1st starting at 3:45 pm. Click here to view the flyer.
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.
SJMSAA Golf
Congratulations to the 2015 Golf Team
Corban Anderson
Mitchell Bigley
Christian Couch
Chase Durden
Taylor Fowler
Addison Freas
Garrett Griffith
Theresa Le
Dylan Lindsay
Elizabeth Lohbauer
Logan MacKenzie-Lewis
Forrest Pinkerton
Jacob Saarela
Isabella Thiede
Joshua Veracruz
Janie Grace Wang
Graham Wilson
Our first match is March 11 vs Pacetti Bay at South Hampton Golf Club .
Thanks to the businesses that sponsored the golf team:
Tropical Smoothie CR210
Florida Light and Electric
Exclusive Advisors, Stan Lewandoski
SPMS Basketball
The coaches are so very proud of the Girls team for making into the Championship game. It was a tough loss! The team showed excellent skills and sportsmanship throughout the season.
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
Piranhas Swim Team
Registration for Piranha Summer Swimming is March 24th-March 26th from 6-8:00 pm at the Julington Creek Elementary School. For more information, see www.jcppiranhas.org
Creeks Football and Cheer Registration
The CFL has opened registrations for football and cheer until June 30th. Click here to view the information.
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Student Corner
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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.
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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8th grade Semi-formal Dance
The 8th grade formal dance will be Friday, May 29th from 7-10pm at San Juan Del Rio. Students will vote on a theme in homeroom next week.
Attire for the 8th grade dance:
Girls - semi-formal (party) dresses. Strapless dresses are not allowed.
Boys - shirt & tie with dress slacks or khakis
8th grade Parents and Students!
Registration for 9th grade for students who will be attending Bartram Trail or Creekside High Schools will have appointments on either March 31st or April 1st. Students attending Nease High School will have appointments on March 31st. Information will be sent home the week after Spring Break with the exact date and time of your child's scheduled appointment. Appointment times cannot be changed, so if the parent cannot attend, the student will still meet with someone from the high school to register for next year at their appointed date/time. Students MUST bring their course description list with a parent signature. Parents can write notes on this form and can call the high school after their child's appointment to speak with the registrar or guidance counselor if they have any questions.
Creekside's Freshman Day
Registration for Creekside's Freshman Day this summer is now live on their website. Please sign up soon.
www-chs.sthohns.k12.fl.us The link to register can be found in the gray column on the right hand side. Creekside Freshman Day will be held Friday, July 24th from 9-noon.
Nease HS Pantherettes Dance Team Auditions
The Nease HS Pantherettes Dance Team will be having auditions from April 15-17th. Click here to review the audition packet
BTHS Cheerleading
The BTHS Cheerleaders will be hosting a clinic for all those who wish to tryout for the team next year starting now until Wednesday, May 27th from 3:30-4:30 at Zone Cheer Athletics for a cost of $45. Contact Jessica at Zone Cheer of Danielle Parker at danielle.parker@stjohns.k12.fl.us |
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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
March Madness Book Tournament is underway!
All students should have had a chance this week to vote on their favorite books. A bracket has been created that has the top 32 checked out books on it. 16 "games" were played this week and the following books are the in the Sweet 16: Divergent vs. Fever; Ugly Truth vs. Mockingjay; Maze Runner vs. Ghost of Graylock; Variant vs. Catching Fire; Hunger Games vs. Giver; Cabin Fever vs. Insurgent; Hard Luck vs. Ungifted and Dead City vs. Legend.
All students will be able to vote on these 8 "games" this week narrowing down the field to the Elite 8. After Spring Break the competition will resume until we have the "FAVORITE BOOK OF SPMS!"
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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 March 23rd
Monday- Homestyle Mac & Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Greens Beans, Choice of 100% Juice, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Taco Sauce, Variety of Milk
Tuesday- Max Cheese Sticks, Mini Cheese Ravioli, Chicken Nuggets, Hamburger, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Marinara Dipping Sauce, 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- Chicken Nuggets, Hot Dogs, Hamburger, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Potato Puffs, Choice of 100% Juice, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
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From the District
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Superintendent's Weekly Review- 3/9/2015
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
Summer Marine Science Camp Program
Click here to view information regarding the Summer Marine Science Program for the summer of 2015. For any further information contact Mr. Gordon at Gamble Rogers MS.
ESE Parent Survey Open
The 2014-2015 ESE Parent Survey will be open from February 1 through May 31, 2015. We strongly encourage parents to go online and take the survey which can be accessed at: http://www.esesurvey.com. Parents who would like to participate but are unable to access the online survey or have requested a paper version may pick one up from Mrs. Casper, SPMS Guidance Secretary.
SJCSD Early Registration
Click here to view the Media Release from the district regarding dates for early registration for the 2015-2016 school year.
SJCSD "Redirecting Children's Behavior" Course
Click here to view the flyer from the district about a great course to help parents eliminate arguing, scolding and threatening, fell positive about your parenting skills, create more time for yourself, and develop and promote agreements instead of fighting. Many SPMS parents have attended in the past and have said that it is beneficial. The course is help from April 30th through May 28th.
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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Unite to Fight Congenital Heart Disease
Click here to view flyer regarding an event to help raise money for Congenital Heart Disease. the walk is on Saturday, March 28 at UNF with registration starting at 8 am. It is a family friendly 2 mile walk. Join #TeamBlake in support of Mrs. Hunter's son.
St. Augustine Youth Services to Observe April National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Pinwheel 2nd Annual Parade" March against Child Abuse - April 11th. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and since 1989, people nationwide wear the blue ribbon and carry blue pinwheels in April to create awareness of the need to keep kids safe and families strong.
The "2nd Annual Parade" Pinwheel March against Child Abuse will be on April 11th at the SAYS Hutson Family Campus from 10:00-11:30am. There will be a ceremonial "parade" around the campus, free children's activites, parenting information and people on hand to answer questions about resources available in St. Johns County.
The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office will land their helicopter (pending weather conditions), Sheriff Explorers will be providing information about the program and passing out fingerprint kits to parents, and two deputies from the Crisis Negotiation Team will be here with their command center.
Also Luli's Cupcakes will bring their mobile cupcake house with cake pops for sale. Beverages and snacks will be provided by SAYS.
"April is a time to celebrate the important role that communities play in protecting children," says Schuyler Siekfer, SAYS Executive Director. "Everyone's participation is critical. Focusing on ways to build and promote the protective factors, in every interaction with children and families, is the best thing our community can do to prevent child maltreatment and promote optimal child development."
School and community groups are welcome to participate. For more information, contact Robin Burchfield at robinb@sayskids.org or 904-829-1770.
Community Garden Day - April 11th
Calling all gardeners! Please come to SAYS, immediately following the Pinwheel Parade Against Child Abuse, from 11:30am - 1:30pm to help us with our Butterfly Garden and Sauls Family Vegetable Garden.
No experience is necessary. This is a great way to earn community service hours and have fun at the same time.
Tutoring Club Offering Help with EOC Prep
The Tutoring Club is offering a 10 hour in-depth professional tutoring for the End-of-Course exams for Algebra 1 (May 10-14), Biology (May 19-22) and Geometry (April 30-May 8). Click here to view the informational flyer.
Caring For Kids
Memorial Hospital presents Caring for Kids: a babysitting course for serious sitters ages 11-16. Click here to view the informational flyer. The course is being offered on March 28th.
4-Day Spring Break Modeling Camps
Click here to view a flyer form Sessions Studio Inc and a spring break camp being offered to teens and up!
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