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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Congratulations to our International Thespian Society Troupe 89218 . This past weekend we had 21 performances at the District Competition in Keystone Heights. Out of the 21 performances we earned 12 Superiors and 6 Excellents! Way to go Raiders!
Our Annual Holiday Store will open Monday, November 30th. The Holiday Store is like a large garage sale where students use Raider Bucks to purchase gifts for their family members for the holidays. Our students love the store and enjoy being able to surprise family members with gifts. Most of the items in the store are donated by our faculty, but this year we need your help. Please tell your child to have their Raider Bucks with them.
The FINAL payment for Washington DC is due by Wednesday, December 2nd.
We will have a Raider Hour on Thursday, December 3rd. Please remind students that making up a test or receiving help from a teacher is always a priority over attending a club meeting.
Make-up tests in cafeteria
Student Council meeting in auditorium
Garden Club (pink pas) in P4 w/White
Book club in media center
8th grade seminar for gifted students in MPR
6th grade Art club in 755 w/Montesano
7th&8th gr Art/Craft club in 315 w/Pollinger
Grades will be updated by teachers on Friday, December 4th by 3pm. Please check your child's progress on HAC.
Club pictures will be taken the next couple of weeks during homeroom. Below is the schedule.
Monday, Nov. 23rd
Garden Club in the MPR & Chess/Checkers in the Aud.
Tuesday, Nov. 24th
Reading Raiders in the MPR & ITS in the auditorium
Monday, Nov. 30th
Science Olympiad in the MPR & Dreams Come True in the auditorium
Tuesday, Dec. 1st
FCA in the MPR & Student Council in the auditorium
Wednesday, Dec. 2nd
Math Counts in the MPR & Debate Club in the auditorium
Thursday, Dec. 3rd
All Art Clubs in the auditorium
Friday, Dec. 4th
NJHS in the auditorium
Please mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 1st from 5:30-7:30pm for an event at EveryBody Fitness for Dreams Come True. This year, our DCT Club will be providing 2 dream encounters for 2 children with life threatening diseases. We hope you can attend this event to help support a wonderful cause.
The St. Johns County School District is seeking applicants interested in serving on the St. Johns County School Board's Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC will be appointed by the School Board and will monitor and advise the board on the expenditure of funds collected from the half-cent sales tax. On November 3 of this year, citizens of St. Johns County voted to approve a half-cent sales tax for the St. Johns County School District to be used for capital projects including new construction, renovations, technology and safety and security. Collection of the half-cent sales tax will begin on January 1, 2016 and will be in effect for 10 years. This committee will meet
to review the projects and expenditures associated with the critical needs project list published by the school district.
Interested applicants must be residents of St. Johns County. The committee will be geographically diverse and representative of several categories including, community (parents and non-parents), construction, education, finance, planning/design, security, and technology. Applicants work experience, expertise and involvement with public education will be considered. A maximum of 15 members will be appointed to serve for a two-year term. Applications must be received by Monday, December 14, 2015 and may be obtained on the school district's website http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/halfcentsalestax/ or by calling 904-547-7670.
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.
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PTSO Information
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Next Meeting
SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, January 25th at 10 am 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 November 30th
Monday- Chicken Quesadilla Max, Max Cheese Sticks, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Green Beans, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, White Wheat Roll, Variety of Milk
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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Daily Rotation
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For the Week of November 30th
Holiday Store
Open During Lunches in the MPR
Monday, November 30th- Black Day
Boys Basketball Tryouts, 2-4:00 pm, Gym
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-5:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Basketball tryouts, 4:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Tuesday, December 1st- Silver Day
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Soccer Practice, 2-3:45 pm, PE field
Boys Basketball Tryouts, 2-4:00 pm, Gym
Girls Basketball Tryouts, 4:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Special Olympics Basketball, 6-7:00 pm, Gym
Wednesday, December 2nd- Black Day- Early Release
Winterguard Practice, 1-5:30 pm, Gym
Supervised testing for virtual students, 1-3:00 pm, Lab 650
FCA General Meeting. 1-2:30 pm, Patio
Boys Basketball Tryouts, 6-7:30 pm, Gym
Thursday, December 3rd- Silver Day
**Raider Hour with Wednesday Bells**
Fall Play Rehearsal, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Basketball Tryouts, 4:30-6:00 pm, Gym
Special Olympics Basketball, 6-7:00 pm, Gym
Friday, December 4th- Black Day
ITS One Act Rehearsal, 2-6:00 pm, Auditorium
Girls Soccer Practice, 2-3:45 pm, PE Field
Winterguard Holiday Party, 5-8:00 pm, Cafeteria
Saturday, December 5th
ITS Once Act Festival, Orange Park
Raider Bands marching in St. Augustine Christmas Parade
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Volunteer Information
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Volunteers Still Needed
A SignUp Genius was sent out requesting volunteers for the Holiday Gift Shop and Proctoring on Wednesday. There are still several slots available. Please consider more than one slot for some are only 45 minutes long.
For Proctoring:
If possible, please read Proctoring Training and District Security Agreement before proctoring. Print out the security agreement, sign and date, and bring with you. Any questions regarding proctoring or testing, please contact Testing Coordinator Cynthia Dean at cynthia.dean@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Please contact Mrs. Casper at cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us if you have any questions regarding the Holiday Shop.
Donations will be accepted all week.
Thanks in advance for the help!
SPMS is accepting donations for the Holiday Shoppe, which is basically like a big garage sale. Students use Raider Bucks to purchase gifts for their family members for the holidays. Our students love the store and enjoy being able to surprise family members with gifts. Items donated must be new or gently used. Gifts for Dads are especially needed. Donations can be left with Mrs. Casper in the Guidance office. Thank you!!!
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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
Cynthia Casper- Guidance Secretary
From the SPMS Guidance Department!
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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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Chris Southworth, Media Paraprofessional
Battle of the Books is THIS TUESDAY December 1st after school in the Media Center. Come join the fun. You don't have to be signed up, just make sure you have a ride at 3pm!
Ice Cream Party for students that have read 10 or more Sunshine State Books will be held during Raider Hour on December 8th. Look for your pass in your homeroom class or pick up your pass in the Media Center next week.
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Creative Outlets
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Welcome to the newest addition to the Raider Rap! The Art Department will be showcasing artwork the students have completed. So many talented Raiders!
The sugar skull painting with acrylic paint was done by 8th grader Olivia Szabo.
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Band News
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Congratulations to our 400 band students who have all performed their first concert of the year! Next up is the St. Augustine Christmas Parade for student in the Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Wind Symphony, Saturday, December 5th in beautiful historic downtown St. Augustine!
Spirit Night at Yobe Frozen Yogurt
Join us on December 3rd, 2015, 5:00-9:00 pm at the Julington Location (19 Bartram Oaks Walk #101 Jacksonville, FL) 15% of total sales will be donated to the SPMS BAND Booster Club. See you there!!
Bozard Ford at the St. Augustine Outlet Mall on I-95 is giving a voucher for a free oil change, car wash, and vacuum for a $20 donation to our band program! To get a form, click here we will send the voucher home immediately with your student. It's a great deal and a great dealership!!! Thank you for supporting our band!
Get a SPMS Band decal to personalize your instrument case or car window! $5 each! Click this link to get the order form!
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: Articles include: Reading:on the Case, Consider the Source, Expect Respect and much more
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
Inhaler Carrying Studnents
If your student is carrying an inhaler, the clinic needs the name of the inhaler and the expiration date. I need to know who is carrying their inhaler and to make sure it is not expired.
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.
SPMS Winterguard
The 2015-2016 SPMS Winterguard Team would like to thank the Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic for their Sponsorship.
SJMSAA Golf
Golf season is coming. Registration for tryouts opens Nov 2. To go www.smjsaa.com to register your child. Try outs will begin in December date to be determined, and will be held at the PGA Tour Academy in the World Golf Village. The season will start in mid January.
Tryouts for Girls and Boys Basketball will begin on Monday, November 30th. Please pick up a permission/tryout form from the PE Coaches, front office or school's website. Any questions, please contact Coach Singleton at school or by email terrance.singleton@stjohns.k12.fl.us
SJMSAA Raider Baseball
The Varsity Baseball team ended their season undefeated! Way to go Raiders!
The JV team plays Pacetti Bay away and if they win, will also be undefeated! Good luck Raiders!
SJMSAA Raider Soccer Schedules
Girls Varsity
| Date | Opponent | Location | W/L | |
11/5
| LPA | Aberdeen 1 |
WIN
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11/9
| Fruit Cove Varsity | Plantation Turf |
Postponed
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11/12
| Pacetti Varsity | Aberdeen 1 |
TIED
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11/16
| Landrum | Landrum 1 | Loss | |
11/19
| Murray | Sebastian 2 |
WIN
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11/23
| LPA | Aberdeen 1 | WIN
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11/30
| Fruit Cove Varsity | Aberdeen 1 |
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12/3
| Pacetti Varsity | Pacetti |
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12/7
| Sebastian | Sebastian 2 |
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12/10
| BYE | |
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12/14
| Landrum | Landrum 1 |
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Girls Develpoment
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Date
| Opponent | Location |
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11/5
| Patriot Oaks | Aberdeen 2 | Loss | |
11/9
| FCMS Varsity Development | Veterans Turf |
Postponed
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11/12
| Pacetti Varsity Development | Plantation Turf |
WIN
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11/16
| Valley Ridge | Davis 4 | Loss | |
11/19
| Gamble Rogers | Gamble Rogers Turf |
TIE
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11/23
| Patriot Oaks | Aberdeen 2 |
Loss
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11/30
| Pacetti Varsity Development | Aberdeen 2 |
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12/3
| BYE | |
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12/7
| FCMS Varsity Development | Aberdeen 2 |
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12/10
| Valley Ridge | Aberdeen 2 |
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12/14
| Gamble Rogers | Gamble Rogers Turf |
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Boys Varsity
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Date
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11/6
| Landrum Varsity | Aberdeen 1 | TIE | |
11/10
| Fruit Cove Varsity | Plantation Turf | Loss | |
11/13
| Pacetti Varsity | Aberdeen 1 | Postponed | |
11/17
| Sebastian | Sebastian 2 |
WON
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11/20
| Landrum Varsity | Aberdeen 1 | Loss | |
11/24
| LPA | Aberdeen 1 |
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12/1
| Fruit Cove Varsity | Aberdeen 1 |
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12/4
| Murray | Sebastian 1 |
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12/8
| BYE | |
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12/11
| Pacetti Varsity | Pacetti Grass |
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12/15
| Gamble Rogers | Gamble Rogers Turf |
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Boys Development
| Date | Opponent | Location |
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11/6
| Landrum Varsity Dev 1 | Aberdeen 2 | Loss | |
11/10
| Pacetti Varsity Dev | Aberdeen 2 |
Won
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11/13
| Landrum Varsity Dev 2 | Landrum 2 |
WON
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11/17
| Patriot Oaks | Aberdeen 2 | Loss | |
11/20
| Valley Ridge | Davis 4 | Loss | |
11/24
| Pacetti Varsity Dev | Pacetti Grass |
WON
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12/1
| Fruit Cove Varsity Dev | Veterans Turf |
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12/4
| Landrum Varsity Dev 2 | Aberdeen 1 |
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12/8
| Patriot Oaks | Aberdeen 2 |
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12/11
| Murray | Aberdeen 2 |
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12/15
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Creeks Spring Recreational Girls & Boys K-8 Lacrosse
Registration is now open for the K-8 Boys and Girls Creeks Spring 2016 Recreational Leagues!
Creeks Youth Lacrosse Program is a not-for-profit recreational and travel program focused on promoting and organizing the play of lacrosse for boys & girls, from kindergarten through 8th grade, at all levels of core competencies and skill levels. We offer multiple lacrosse offerings throughout the year, but our primary season, Spring (Feb. - May), brings many newcomers, at all age levels (K - 8th), 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. Go to www.creekslax.com to read more!
Base Pricing
*U7 Boys & Girls Rec Club Fee $125 ($100 for Creeks + separate $25 USL Membership)
*U9 - U15 Boys & Girls Rec Club Fee $200 ($175 for Creeks + separate $25 USL Membership)
Spring Registration Dates
*$25 Early Bird Spring Registration Discount until November 15, 2015 (discount automatically applied)
*Regular Registration November 16 to December 15, 2015
*$50 Late Registration Fee applied from December 16 to January 10, 2016
*Registration closes January 10th, 2016 so rosters and coaching plans can be created.
Spring Lacrosse Details
*The season will officially start on February 1st, 2016
*There will be two practices per week and games will be played on Saturdays (boys/girls) and Sundays (girls)
*Each recreational team will play between 8-10 games
*The first game is tentatively scheduled for February 27th, 2016
*The season will end with the Jamboree on April 30th, 2016 (tentative date)
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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
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Student's Corner
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2015-2016 SPMS Spelling Bee
The Switzerland Point Middle School Spelling Bee will be held on December 18th in the SPMS Auditorium. Between November 9th and November 25th, each Language Arts class will conduct a Spelling Bee screener/classroom competition to determine one classroom winner (and an alternate) to move on to December's school-wide Spelling Bee which will feature contestants from all three grade levels. Language Arts teachers will communicate the expected classroom screener dates/details prior to the classroom events through class Edmodo pages. Our SPMS School Bee winner will move on to the district competition on January 13th at the School Board Auditorium.
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
Approved District Calendar for 2016-2017
Click here to view the approved 2015-2016 District Master Calendar.
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Flagler College Tennis Program
Fundraisers: Pro-Am Tournaments
January 30th: Marsh Creek Country Club: 169 Marshside Dr, St Augustine, FL 32080,(904) 461-1101
Click here to view flyer regarding the Flagler College Tennis Program Spring 2016 Schedule
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