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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Red Ribbon Week is October 26th through the 30th
Every year at Swiss we celebrate Red Ribbon week and students being drug free. We have dress up days and competitions and encourage all students to participate.
Monday - Miss Matched Monday
"Never too crazy to say no to drugs."
Tuesday - Tacky Tourist day
"Travel with me to be Drug Free."
Wednesday - Superhero Day
"Be a Hero not a Zero, say no to drugs."
(Face masks will not be allowed.)
Thursday - Team Spirit
"Raiders Team up against drugs."
Friday - Red Out
"We are REDy to be drug free."
Report cards will be distributed to students on Monday. Our Honor Roll celebration for those making all As or As/Bs will be Wednesday, Oct. 28th during lunches.
Thank you to Steve Dahner from the Publix on SR13 & Race Track Rd for delivering 600 sodas for our Honor Roll celebration.
Our next Raider Hour will be Tuesday, October 27th. The clubs listed below will meet this week during Raider Hour. Please remind your child that if a teacher signed their planner for extra help or if they have a make-up exam to take that they must take care of academic concerns before attending a club meeting. Academics are always the 1st priority!
Dreams Come True meeting in auditorim
NJHS meeting in PE classroom
Student Council meeting on outside patio
Garden Club (green pass - Stanke) in 510
Chess/Checkers Club meeting in MPR
Book Club meeting in Media Center
7th & 8th grade Art/Craft Club in 315 (Pollinger)
7th & 8th grade Art Club in 755 (Montesano)
A HUGE thank you to all those who have turned in Box Tops for Education. The school will be receiving a check for $1060 from what has been collected already this school year! Way to go Raiders!
Congratulations to our winners of the box tops/labels for education collection contest.
1st place prize went to Gabby Bigley for her collection of 764 box tops!!!! Go Gabby!! Gabby received a $15.00 gift card to starbucks.
2nd place went to Megan Scott for 315 box tops and she received a $10 gift card to Walgreens.
3rd place was Nick Rineburg with 236 box tops. He received a $5.00 gift card to Subway.
Thank you to PTSO for the gift cards.
Keep sending in your box tops and Campbells' soup labels for education. The next contest will end April 15th.Keep collecting! It is never too late to send them in. Please do check for expiration dates .A raider buck for every 25 turned in is issued to the student.Turn them in to Ms. Roberts in the front office.
Would you like to know more about the FL Standards Assessment (FSA)? If so, please plan on attending one of the district's informational meetings. Remaining dates and locations are listed below. All meetings start at 6:30pm.
Elementary: K-5 Information
Tuesday, October 27th, Mill Creek Elementary School
Thursday, October 29th, Timberlin Creek Elementary School
K-8 Academy: K-8 Information
Thursday, November 5th, Patriot Oaks Academy
Secondary: Grades 6-12 Information
Tuesday, October 27th, Sebastian Middle School
Swiss Point has a Shoparoo account. Shoparoo is an extremely easy way to fundraise for Swiss Point. All you have to do is download the app on your phone and take pictures of your shopping receipts. We earn points for each receipt, which turn into dollars for Swiss! How easy! Patroit Oaks just received $1,000. Please download the app today and enter Swiss Point's code - swub3488.
In December students will take mid-term exams in year long courses and final exams in semester courses. The December testing schedule is below. PLEASE review the schedule before making appointments or travel plans. It is extremely important that students are present for these exams.
Important Dates to remember as you are making holiday plans.
Wednesday, November 25th IS a school day this year.
Friday, December 18th is our last day before Winter Break. Students will have a 1pm dismissal on the 18th.
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PTSO Information
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Next Meeting
SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, October 26th at 10am in the Multi-Purpose Room at SPMS. ALL are welcome to attend and learn more about what your PTSO does for your school!
Character Counts Committee
We are currently seeking someone to help with our Character Counts Committee! For more details please email us at spmsptso@hotmail.com
Spirit Wear Fridays!
Please remember to wear your Spirit Wear for "Spirit Fridays!" If you're lucky you just might get some ice cream during lunch for wearing it! Go Raiders!
Magazine Drive and PTSO Membership
Click here to print the PTSO Membership form. Family membership is just $20!
We are currently seeking businesses that are interested in sponsoring events and becoming Partners in Education at SPMS. No donation is too small and we will work to find a way to support each other. Please contact Monina Mulleague at monina468@msn.com for more information and thank you for the consideration!
Please continue to turn in your Box Tops and Campbell soup labels. The money we raise from these items help support all sorts of things around the school including your teacher and student's needs.
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Cafeteria Information
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The St Johns County School District has release information regarding a parent guide to help answer and questions regarding the Food Service Department.
Lunch Menu for the Week of October 26th
Monday- Homestyle Mac & Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Green Beans, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, White Wheat Roll, Variety of Milk
Tuesday- Mini Corn Dogs, Mini Cheese Ravioli, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Garlic Breadstick, Ketchup, Mustard, Dipping Sauce, Variety of Milk
Wednesday- Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Apple Slices, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
Thursday- Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Variety of Milk
Friday- Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Variety of Milk
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Daily Rotation
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For the Week of October 25th
Raider Hour, Tuesday, October 27- Wednesday
Bell Schedule
Spirit Week!
Monday, October 26- Silver Day
**Miss Matched Monday-
"Never too crazy to say no to drugs**
Winterguard Selling Boo Grams
Report Cards Issued
PTSO Meeting, 10-11:00 am, MPR
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Baseball Studyhall, 2-3:00 pm, Cafeteria
Varsity Baseball vs Landrum MS, 3:30pm, Ponte Vedra
Volleyball Playoff Games - 6pm
Girls vs Patriot Oaks at Swiss Point
Boys vs.
Tuesday, October 27- Black Day- Wednesday Bell Schedule- Raider Hour
**Tacky Tourist Day- "Travel with me to be drug free"
Winterguard Selling Boo Grams
Intramural Basketball, 2-3:00 pm, meet on patio
JV Baseball versus Gamble Rogers MS, 3:30 pm, Waller
Baseball Studyhall, 2-3:00 pm, cafeteria
Girls Volleyball practice, 2-3:00 pm, Gym
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Fall Lacrosse, 2:15-3:45 pm, with Coach Jackowiak
Boys Volleyball Practice, 3-5pm, Gym
Special Olympics Basketball, 5-6:00 pm, Gym
Road Raiders, 5:30-6:30pm, cafeteria patio
Wednesday, October 28- Silver Day
**Superhero Day-
"Be a hero not a zero, say no to drugs"
Honor Roll Reward During Lunches
Winterguard Selling Boo Grams
Winterguard Practice, 1-5:30pm, Gym
Supervised testing for students taking virtual classes,1-3:00 pm, lab 650
Volleyball Playoff Game, TBA
JV Baseball vs Landrum MS, 2:30pm, Kehoe Park
Thursday, October 29- Black Day
**Team Spirit- Raiders Team up against drugs"
Winterguard Selling Boo Grams
Intramural Basketball, 2-3:00 pm, meet on patio
Baseball Study hall, 2-2:30 pm, cafeteria
Night of One Acts Rehearsal, 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Fall Lacrosse, 2:15-3:45 pm, with Coach Jackowiak
Varsity Baseball versus Gamble Rogers, 3:30 pm, Kehoe
Special Olympics Basketball, 5-6:00 pm, Gym
Road Raiders, 5:30-6:30pm, cafeteria patio
Friday, October 30- Silver Day
**Red Out- "Raiders Team up against drugs"
Grades updated in HAC by 3:00 pm
Night of One Acts, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
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Volunteer Information
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There are no volunteer opportunities at this time.
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Guidance News
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Guidance Counselors
Shelley Helfinstine-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.
Cynthia Dean- Testing Coordinator
Take Stock in Children
The Take Stock in Children Program began 20 years ago to help at-risk students reach their full potential through mentorships and scholarships. To be considered for participation in the INK - Take Stock in Children Program in St. Johns County a student must:
1.) Be an active 7th or 8th grader in a St. Johns School District Public School
2.) Be eligible for free/reduced lunch (even if he/she does not receive the service)
3.) Be able to maintain a "C" in all classes (academic & electives)
4.) Agree to meet with a background cleared, trained mentor at school once a week
5.) Agree to remain alcohol, drug, crime and gang free throughout participation in the program
6.) Have one existing risk factor (there are about 30 different circumstances that qualify)
If a selected student completes the program, upon graduation he/she will receive 60 credit hours of tuition to a State College. (It can be used at a university, but it costs more so 1 ˝ to 2 hours of credit have to be cashed in at a time to cover the higher tuition). If interested, please have your child pick up an application in the Guidance Office. Applications must be returned to Guidance no later than 3pm October 30th. Late applications will not be accepted.
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SAC News
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Sarah Lewis, SAC Chair
School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School
Meeting Dates, 2015-2016 School Year
*Meetings Start Promptly at 3:30pm*
Wednesday, September 16th-
Wednesday, November 18th
Wednesday, December 16th
No Meeting in January, 2015
Wednesday, February 17th
No Meeting in March, 2015
Wednesday, April 20th
Wednesday, May 18st
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Media Center News
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Judy Gill, Media Specialist
Chris Southworth, Media Paraprofessional
Over 60 students have read 3 or more Sunshine State Books. These books are designated by the state of Florida to be the top 15 books for Middle Schoolers. When your student wants something new to read, have them stop by and pick one up to read. Here are the titles, there is something for everyone. Plus students get rewards for reading them!!!!!
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Band News
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Check out the band website for our new "Band Pride Decals" for your car window! We also have Bozard Ford Oil Changes for $20. Thank you for supporting our fabulous band program!
Band Parents, be sure to check out the band website for the current band calendar, the band handbook, and the latest news.
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The Middle Years
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The Middle Years, Working Together for School Success is a publication for students and parents which addresses issues specifically for middle school students. Sections of the publication include Short Stops, Questions/Answers, and Parent to Parent. These articles come out once a month with supplemental articles published frequently.
Click the publication date below to view: This article gives great suggestions on creating smart passwords, cyber safety, protecting image and so much more. Articles include: Homework Problems Solved, Fit in Fitness and Dealing with Cyberbullying
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
It is not too early to start thinking about getting your student's Tdap for 7th grade. There were about 130 students that 2 weeks before school started had not brought proof of the Tdap to us or received it. Please don't be that person! Once your student is 11 years old they can receive their Tdap which is required for entrance into the 7th grade. You will need to bring us proof of that shot on a Florida 680 shot record. No receipts will be accepted. If you have any questions call 547-8628 or email me at the email above.
Community Asthma Workshop
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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 Raider Football
Congratulations to both football teams for their outstanding victories this week!
JV beat Landrum JV with a score of 8-0 It was a great win and a wonderful way to the the season. Many thanks to our JV coaches and player who made this JV season so memorable.
The Varsity team won their first playoff game against Murray with a score of 26-12. They move into the second round of playoffs next Thursday, October 29th when they take on Gamble Rogers.
SJMSAA Raider Baseball
Congratulations to the boys Varsity Baseball team with their win against Pacetti Bay 17-4 to remain undefeated!!!.
Swiss Point Volleyball
Congratulations to the Girls and Boys volleyball teams as they both advance to the semi-finals!! Girls will play POA at home on Monday and the Boys will be traveling to Landrum Monday. Way to go Raiders!!
SJMSAA Raider Soccer
The girls and boys soccer teams will be practicing to prepare for their first game in November.
Flagler Tennis
Click here to view informational flyer regarding the Flager College Tennis Program.
Creeks Baseball Club
Spring tryouts for the CBC will be on Saturday, November 7.
Please register your player at the link below. Players will need to bring all equipment to the tryout. Concessions will be open. All players are welcome. If you have questions reach out to your age appropriate coach.
Since its inception in 2001 CBC has sent over 50 players to play at the collegiate level with several currently in the Major Leagues.
CBC is a Non-Profit run by dedicated volunteers and professionals, committed to your players development.
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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.
NOTE: Access files are good for 3 years. Please do not apply again but call the school that you wish to have access to and they will help get the file updated. Call the school also to add SPMS to your list of schools you wish to have access to.
Go to www.stjohns.k12.fl.us, scroll down to Families and click on School Access Form
Attendance/Absent
In the event of an absence, a note signed by a parent/guardian is required within 48 hours of return, stating the date of absence, the specific reason for the absence and a parent/guardian signature. Please write clearly advising the student's name as well. the excuse note must be brought to the attendance office before or during homeroom. There is a red folder on the attendance office door where notes can be left at any other time of the day. The communication system will call home advising of the absence. It is NOT necessary to call the school.
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Student's Corner
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Found Glasses
There are still 2 pairs of prescription glasses, 2 pairs of sunglasses and one case still in the front office.
Winterguard Selling Boo Grams
Winterguard will be selling BooGrams from October 14-October 29th. Send a boogram and make someon's day special! Winterguard is grateful for the support.
Red Ribbon Week Events Planned
Red Ribbon week is Monday, October 26-Friday, October 39th. The Leadership class has planned dress up days as follows:
- Monday: Miss Matched Monday "Never too crazy to say no to drugs "
- Tuesday: Tacky Tourist "Travel with me to be Drug Free"
- Wednesday: Superhero Day "Be a Hero not a Zero, say no to drugs"
- Thursday: Team spirit "Raiders Team up against drugs"
- Friday: Red Out "We are REDy to be drug free"
There is also a door decorating contest, students pledging out against drugs and prizes.
Jacksonville Chess Club Hosts Tournament Series
The Jacksonville Chess Club is hosting a chess tournament series on October 3, November 7 and December 12. Students in grades k-12 will be sorted by grade level and ability. Click here to view informational flyer.
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8th Graders Only Corner
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Information on High School Academies 2015-2016
Timeline
January 7-19 Middle School Blitz held at Each Middle School
January 21 High School Showcase at World Golf Village Convention Center - 3:30 - 7:00 p.m. only!!!
January 21 Online Application OPENS for newly applying 8th and 9th grade students
Jan. 25- Feb. 4 Proposed Academy Nights (see schedule below)
February 5 St. Johns County Center for the Arts AUDITIONS at SAHS - You must bring your printed application form.
February 8 Registration Deadline - Online - Registration will be closed at midnight.
July 1 Last day to appeal
High School Showcase - All parents and students are invited to attend the Annual High School Showcase on Thursday January 21, 2016 at the World Golf Village Convention Center from 3:30 - 7:00 p.m. Learn about the high school academies and meet representatives from each high school.
Academy Nights - Each high school will host an
informational 2016 Academy Night. All parents interested in attending one of the academies should make plans to attend these events. Each Academy Night will begin at 6:00 p.m.
February 1 - St. Augustine (6:00 p.m.) ALL St. Johns County Center for the Arts requests must apply by February 4, 2016. (Auditions at SAHS will occur on February 5, 2016)
February 1 - St. Johns Technical (5:30 p.m.)
January 28 - Allen D. Nease
January 27 - Pedro Menendez
February 2 - Creekside
January 26 - Bartram Trail
January 25 - Ponte Vedra
Bartram Trail PTSO is selling Phone Cases
If your child is going to Bartram next year and you need a phone case, we have a great solution for you. We have the following phone cases for sale: Samsung S3 (1 case), Samsung S4 (1 case), Samsung S5 (1 case), Samsung S6 (2 cases) and 1 iPhone6 Case. These cases are $20 each. If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact our BTHS PTSO Vice President, Débora McCarty at: rdmccarty10@comcast.net
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Beyond the Bell
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We currently have openings in Beyond the Bell. If you are interested, please refer to the Extended Day Tab on the SPMS website for directions to register. All forms and fees must be paid prior to your child attending Beyond the Bell.
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From the District
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Superintendent's Report
District Calendar for 15-16
Click here to view the approved 2015-2015 District Master Calendar.
Proposed District Calendar
The Proposed District Calendar for the 2016-2017 school year is now posted on the school district website (see web address above)
State of the Schools
Mark your calendars for the upcoming annual State of the Schools presentation by Superintendent Dr. Joseph Joyner on Monday, November 2 at the School District Administrative Building at 40 Orange Street, St. Augustine, 32084. A meet and greet with the the Superintendent will take place at 5:30 p.m. with the presentation beginning at 6 p.m.
In addition, early voting for the half-cent referendum begins Saturday, October 24 and runs through Saturday, October 31. Six early voting locations will be open daily from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and can be accessed at www.votesjc.com
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The Florida Agricultural Museum's 10th Annual Halloween Event: Florida's Haunted Trails
Florida's Haunted Trails will be held on October 29, 30th from 6-10:00 pm and October 31st from 6-11:00 pm at the museum. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children 6-12 and children 5 and under are free, Click here to view flyer.
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