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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Congratulations to the SPMS Battle of the Book Team for winning the district competition again this year! The team was comprised of the following students:
Amanda Higley, Lindsey and Jordan Sabo, Camille Aguilar, Angela Ramsey , Skylar Kyle and Connor Searcy
St. Johns County has decided that the final course grade for students taking Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2 will be calculated by averaging the 4 quarter grades, since the EOCs will not count this year due to the validation process ordered by Governor Scott. The district has also decided NOT to recalculate scores in late September or early October when we do receive EOC scores. Passing the Algebra EOC is still a graduation requirement and passing the Geometry & Algebra 2 EOCs are still a requirment for earning the Scholar Diploma. Please feel free to email me if you have any questions or concerns about this.
We will host our Annual Spring Fling on Thursday, May 28th. In the past we have held this event outside in April after FCAT testing. Since it is later and hotter outside, we will hold the event in the gym. Students will enjoy a 45 minute lunch in the cafeteria or in the gym listening to some of their peers performing on stage. Snowcones will be sold on the patio for Raider Bucks. Students will receive their yearbook on the 28th in homeroom, so this is a great time to enjoy music and to socialize with their peers. Students who would like to perform during Spring Fling, need to see Mrs. Kunze or sign-up next week during all 3 lunches.
Yearbooks will be distributed on Thursday, May 28th during homeroom. This year all yearbooks were printed with the child's name on the front cover. Please encourage your child to also write their name on the inside and back covers. Unfortunately, we do not have any extra yearbooks to sell.
Thursday, May 28th is a White day schedule and in addition to Spring Fling, we will have locker clean-out. Students may donate any gently used items to the St.Johns Educational Foundation - INK!
White day schedule for Thursday, May 28th
INK! (St. Johns Educational Foundation - Investing In Kids!) would like to invite you to attend one of their Community Conversations for Education. The goal is to bring stakeholders together to identify solutions for continuous improvement of public edeucation for all students and a stronger, healthier county. Our local meeting will be Tuesday, May 26th at 5pm at the Bartram Trail Library. Please RSVP to 547-7120 as seating is limited.
Study Island
Study Island is an all online product designed to help your child master the standards specific to his or her grade level in your state.
Below you will find links to help explain the program as well as usage over the summer.
SPMS Study Island Parent Overview Letter
Study Island Summer Usage
TESTING FOR THE LAST TWO WEEKS...
Tuesday, May 26th (Black) & Wednesday, May 27th (Silver)
DDA Testing for PE classes
6th grade - test through computer class
7th grade - test through computer class
8th grade - test through PE class in assigned lab
Friday, May 29th (Black) & Monday, June 1st (Silver)
4th quarter exams in Language Arts & Science
Language Arts exams - paper/pencil during Lang Arts class
Science exams - computer-based
6th grade - test through computer class
7th grade - test through computer class
8th grade - test through science class in assigned lab
Tuesday, June 2nd (Black) & Wednesday, June 3rd (Silver)
4th quarter exams in Math & Social Studies
Math exams - paper/pencil during Math class
Social Studies exams - computer-based
(excluding Mrs. Huber's blocked classes of World History)
6th grade - test through computer class
7th grade - test through computer class
8th grade - test through US History in assigned lab
Thursday, June 4th - Last Day of School
Make-ups for all 4th quarter exams
Review of Different Tests
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 semester non-core courses & academic non-core
Tuesday, May 19th through Wednesday, May 27th
4th Quarter Assessments
Friday, May 29th through Wednesday, June 3rd
4th Quarter 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!!!
Donate Today to Support the Boys Home!
SPMS is helping the boys at St Augustine Youth Services GET READY FOR SUMMER!! How can you help? Bring in hygiene items like Axe and Old Spice deodorant and body spray, Nike black or white socks, or any pool and beach items. You may drop any items in the front office and the Swiss Point Cares committee will deliver them to the boys living in a group home to kick off their summer on a fun note.
Board for Next Year:
We had a great end of year meeting and need any and all PTSO members to vote on our Board and Committee Chairs for next year by clicking on this survey link. You will note we still have some OPEN positions. Please contact Heather Granby or Colleen Wood at SPMSPTSO@hotmail.com President: OPEN 1st VP Membership: Ali Lindenfeld 2nd VP Fundraising: Mary Panariello Secretary: Tina Tyag Treasurer: Kelly Rose Committees: Book Fair: Heather Granby Spirit Wear: Patti Machols & Tina Perez Boxtop: Christine Camps Concessions: Missy Kahn Teacher Appreciation: Jodi Mullaney Fall/Spring Event: OPEN Swiss Point Cares: OPEN Business Partners: OPEN
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Volunteer Information
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A SighUp Genius went out last week looking for volunteers to help with the last of proctoring (HOORAY!!), locker clean out supervision, snow cone making for Spring Fling and set up and clean up for the 8th grade dance. If you wish to volunteer, please go to
Every time you proctor, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a $10 gift card at the end of each week from now until the end of May! The more you proctor, the more chances you have to win!
WINNERS!
Michelle Cohen
Kelly Rose
Sondra Haley
Donna Hardman-Harmon
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
Camp Healing Powers is an overnight camp experience (Friday night - Sunday morning) where children have the opportunity to meet with other campers who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Time together helps them realize that what they are feeling is a normal part of grief - and that they are not alone. Activities are designed so they can explore and express their emotions, and develop coping skills to help them navigate through the grief journey. The camp is open for children between the ages of 7 and 17, and if the death has occurred at least 3 months prior to the camp date (but no longer than two years). Pre-camp assessments are required and conducted by Community Hospice bereavement counselors who meet with you and your child prior to camp to gain an understanding of your child's perception of the loss and its effect on all areas of his/her life. The next camp is scheduled for September 11-13, 2015, and the deadline for registration is August 28th. For more information, on Camp Healing Powers, please call 407-7001. This is offered by Community Hospice www.communityhospice.com
Also, Haven Hospice will offer a day camp for children (age 6-12) on Saturday, August 22 (9:30 - 4:00) at Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church (7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville). Please call 467-7423 for information, or go online at www.havenhospice.org
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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
Click here to view the minutes from the April 15th meeting.
Click here to view the minutes from the May 20th meeting.
Thank you to all who contributed to SAC. Meetings will resume in the Fall.
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
beccarj@stjohns.k12.fl.us
VERY IMPORTANT!!!
Rising 7 th graders can NOT attend class or receive their schedule in August without proof of a Tdap vaccine. This shot must be documented on a DH 680(Florida Shot record) Please do not wait till the last minute to get this! If you have any questions, please contact Joan Beccard in the clinic at 547-8628 or e-mail me at Joan.Beccard@stjohns.k12.fl.us
You can call or e-mail me and I will let you know if we have a record of it in the computer. If your student already had the shot but we don't have a record of it please get a copy from your physician and have your student bring it to the clinic or you can drop it by personally. I will make a copy for you and then Guidance will enter it into the computer. If you choose to go to a walk in clinic you must ask the clinic to put your child's Tdap shot on a Florida 680 form. A receipt from the clinic with not be accepted in lieu of the Florida 680 form. If you choose to go to the St. John's County Health Department, they have moved to a new location. Their new address is 200 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine ,Fl. 32084. Their new phone number is (904) 209-3250. Call ahead for their hours and to see if you qualify for their Vaccines for Children Program. Thank you in advance for getting your student ready for 7th grade. You will also be thankful when you do not have to stand in a line to turn this in on the day the students receive their schedules in August.
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Raider Band News
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FOR A GREAT YEAR!
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Daily Rotation & Events
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Monday, May 25th - No School Teachers and Students- Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 26th - Black Day
DDA Testing- PE
parent Meeting for Cheerleading, 6-8:00 pm, Cafeteria
Wednesday, May 27th - Silver Day - 1pm dismissal
DDA Testing- PE
Lacrosse Practice, 6-8:00 pm, PE Field
Thursday- May 28th- White Day
Garden Club, 2-2:50 pm, Portable 4
Cheer Try-outs, 3-5:00 pm, PE Dance Room
Friday, May 29nd- Black Day
Exams in Language Arts and Science
Cheer Try-outs, 3-5:00 pm, Gym
Debate Club, 2-3:00 pm, Ms. Pantano's Room
8th Grade Dance, 7-10:00 pm, San Juan del Rio on SR 13
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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.
SJMSAA Cheerleading
The Cheerleading Clinic is being held Thursday, May 28
in the dance room from 3 to 5pm. You will learn a chant, jump technique, and motion technique. Wear tennis shoes, shorts and a t-shirt be ready for a workout. Cheerleading Tryouts will be held the following day Friday, May 29th in the gym 3 to 5pm. You will need to be dressed out again in order to participate.
Cheerleading Informational Parent Meeting is Tuesday, May 26th from 6 to 7.30pm in the cafeteria.
You can find all of the necessary forms to tryout at www.sjmsaa.com
Girls and Boys in grades 6, 7, and 8th are eligible. VERY IMPORTANT - a physical is needed to try out. FORMS are on website. Parents can contact Ryan Baer at rbaer@premierathletics.com with questions.
SPMS 2015-2016 Winterguard Team
Madison Alvelo
Kira Burlile
Mira Chehade
Sophia Crawford
Vanessa Eskew
Reagan Fraser
Jacqueline Harper
Alyssa Herrera
Ciara Jordan
Kristin Kyles
Grace Leonetti
Kaley Mitchell
Hannah Pocket
Leanna Ramsey-Lewis
Reagan Rees
Cara Robinson
Sage Robinson
Kaitlyn Rose
Lexi Rosenbaum
Shainna Rosenbaum
Ariana Sherman
Haley Skala
Kylah Stubee
Maddie Stubee
Yagoda Szarek
Mariah Szekeres
Morgan Turgeon
Kayla Wiechens
Emily Wilfong
Ashley Wood
Kelly Yuan
Spring Football Jamboree
SJMSAA Proudly presents the Spring Football Jamboree
Saturday, May 23rd @ Nease High School
The Raider Football team and coaches invite you to a day of Family, Fun, Food and FOOTBALL.
Come on out to our Opening Day festivities and support the Swiss Point RAIDERS!
Food * Vendors * Spirit Day Merchandise *Contest * Raffles *Bounce Houses * and More!
Game Schedule
9:00 am - Fruit Cove vs. Pacetti
11:00 am - Swiss Point JV vs. Landrum JV
12:00 am - Fruit Cove JV vs. Landrum JV
1:00 pm - Swiss Point V vs. Landrum
3:00 pm - Sebastian vs. Murray
5:00 pm - Liberty Pines vs. Gamble
If you own a business and would like to sponsor this event or have a booth, please contact Cindy Leeber at cindy321727@me.com for more information.
SPMS Summer Basketball Camp
The 6-9 age group is now full!
There are limited spots available in the 2B sessions.
Above is the link to the SPMS 2015 Basketball Summer Camp Brochure. There are many time slots available but they fill up quickly. Any questions or concerns, please contact Coach Singleton at terrance.singleton@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Wiffle Ball Camp
St. Joseph Academy Catholic High School will be hosting the Wiffleworks Wiffle Ball Camp this summer from June 8-11 from 9-noon. Click here to view informational flyer
LB3 Wave Girls MS & Youth Summer Skills League:
The LB3 Wave MS/Youth Summer Skills League is a great opportunity to receive top-notch training with our LB3 Wave Elite coaching staff! LB3 Summer Skills league offers high quality coaching and an amazing curriculum that focuses on building individual fundamentals and lacrosse IQ in a FUN and positive environment. Each session will feature 1 hour of positional and team training, followed by 1 hour of game play directed and coached by our LB3 Summer Club Team Staff. Players will be groups by age and skill level. Summer Skill League Registrants will also have the option to register for 1-3 in state summer tournaments! See information below.
REGISTER HERE: https://lb3girlslacrosse.sportngin.com/register/form/868388150
Dates: May 11 - July 8
Times: Monday and Wednesday (first 5 weeks), Wednesday evenings ONLY (last 4 weeks)
Frequency: 2 Training Sessions Per Week (May 11-June 10), 1 Training Session Per Week (June 15-July 8)
(14 total Sessions)
Format: 1hr Positional Training & Clinic + 1hr of Games
Age Divisions: Middle School- Rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade (2020-2022 Grad Years)
Youth - Rising 3rd-5th grade (2023-2025 grad years)
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Location: TBA (in St. Johns County)
Cost: $200 (includes 14 sessions plus reversible pinnie)
Tournament Options (Al a Carte):
- 1. LaxBlast (Orlando, FL) May 30-31 - $150 fee
- 2. Father's Day Invitational (Palm Coast, FL) June 13-14 - $125 fee
- 3. Heatwave 7v7 (Palm Coast, FL) July 11-12 - $125 fee
· For Youth (2023-2025):
1. Heatwave 7v7 (Palm Coast, FL) July 11-12 - $100 fee
Creeks Football and Cheer Registration
The CFL has opened registrations for football and cheer until June 30th. Click here to view the information.
CHS Knights Basketball Factory- Summer Camp
CHS Knights Basketball is hosting 3 sessions of basketball camps for grades 1-9th at POA and CHS. Click here to view and download informational flyer.
Tennis Camps @ Flagler College
Click here to view flyer for the Tennis Camps at Flagler College this summer.
Shamrock Soccer Camps
soccer camps at Flagler College in St. Augustine. Camps run late June through July 15.
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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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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.
June 3
Yearbooks
Yearbooks will be distributed on Thursday, May 28th during homeroom.
Lost and Found
The lost and found will be donated to charity on the morning of Friday, June 5th.
Kidz Factory Limelight Theatre Offering Summer Camps
There are many different summer camps available. Click here to view informational flyer.
BTHS Junior Bears Cheer Camp 2015
Click here to view the flyer for the BTHS Junior Bears Cheer Camp. The camp will be held from July 6 through July 9th for students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade. Early registration due May 27.
BTHS Performing Arts Camp
We are now open for registration to BeaTPAC (Batram Trail HS Performing Arts Summer Camp). This year the registration process is different. Registration is all paperless.
All information and registration can be accessed by going to
www.beatpac.com.
Just quick items about the camp is as follows:
*Dates: Monday, June 22, 2015 - Friday, July 3, 2015
*Place: Bartram Trail H S
*Time: 9am-3:30pm (early drop off)
*Snacks and lunch provided
*For cost, overview, etc. go to the website listed above
Space is limited, so register early.
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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.
Attire for the 8th grade dance:
Girls - semi-formal (party) dresses.
Boys - shirt & tie with dress slacks or khakis
Strapless dresses will be allowed. To ensure that the dress is appropriate, please move around or dance in the dressing room to ensure the top of the dress stays up.
Volunteer at BTHS
Do you want to Volunteer at Bartram Trail High School?
Do you want to know if your application is still active?
Volunteer Applications are active for 3 years. However, many of us can't remember when we filled them out. That is OK, just email me (Nery DiDeo - BT Volunteer Coordinator) at: bthsvolcoordinator@gmail.com I can check your volunteer status as long as you email me your Full Name and Birthdate. Please DO NOT fill out a NEW form if you have already done so at some time with our district. If you have NEVER filled out a Volunteer Form, please go to the Bartram Trail Website and on the bottom right you will find the link to the "School Access" form. You MUST fill out this form and be an approved volunteer in order to volunteer and/or go into our school. It is best to do this before the school year starts because August is a very busy month for Volunteer Applications. Thank you and Welcome to Bear Country, I can't wait to see you and hopefully volunteer with you next year :)
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.
Bartram Trail High School Dance Team Tryouts!
The Bartram Trail Dance Team will be holding tryouts for the 2015-2016 season during the week of May 19-22, 2015. Any upcoming freshman who are interested in trying out, please e-mail Coach Chastain at bartramdance2004@gmail.com for a copy of the tryout packet. You may also stop by the front office of Bartram Trail HS to pick up a packet.
Nease Colorguard Tryouts
Click here to view information for Nease Colorguard Tryouts Starting May 5th and ending May 26th.
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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Beyond the Bell
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Registration for 2015-2016 school year is open. Please go to the
Extended Day Tab on the SPMS website for more information. You will need to read the "Beyond the Bell" Handbook, print and submit required forms, along with the correct Registration Fee for either the monthly or Punch Card option. Your child's spot in Beyond the Bell (BTB) will be secure when ALL FORMS and
the Registration Fee have been submitted and you receive a confirmation email.
Have a GREAT SUMMER! J
If you have any further questions, please contact the Beyond the Bell Manager: Christine.Southworth@stjohns.k12.fl.us
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Lunch Menu
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Week of May 25th
Monday- No School Teachers and Students- Memorial Day
Tuesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Calzonettes, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Mini Corn Dogs, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Fresh Apple Slices, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Pasta & Meatballs, Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Steamed Carrots, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Variety of Milk
Friday- BBQ Chicken, Hamburger, Mini Corn Dog, Cherry Tomato & Celery Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Variety of Milk
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From the District
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Superintendent's Weekly Review- 5/20/2015
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
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- New List!
Click hereto view businesses that accept the Honor Card given to students who received all As or all As or Bs. A new list has been created so CHECK IT OUT!
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Subway Kids Run Series
Click here to view information regarding the Subway Kids Run Series for age groups from 4-17. The first run is Kids Run Jax at the Durbin Creek Shopping Plaza on May 31st. Registration starts at 7 am and race begins at 8 am.
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