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Message from Mrs. Kunze
Tomorrow is Relay For Life at Trout Creek Marina from 11am to 11pm with the luminary ceremony at 8pm. Swiss Point has 7 employees that have won the fight against cancer and 3 that are currently battling cancer. Our team has raised over $5,000 this year!! We hope that you can find some time to visit and support such a wonderful cause. ALL proceeds generated from the event go directly to the American Cancer Society.
Swiss Point's Dreams Come True Club will host their 2nd Dreamer Party this year on Thursday at 2:15pm. We are so proud of our students who have raised enough money to provide 2 dreams for children with a life threatening illness.
If you missed the spring musical, Legally Blonde Jr, last night or tonight don't worry. There is a 7pm show Saturday and a 2pm show on Sunday. Tickets are $7. Our students are so talented and have worked extremely hard the last several months. We hope that you can find time to support them!
Please remember that next Friday, April 29th is a holiday. We hope that you enjoy the 3-day weekend!
SWISS POINT NEEDS YOU!!
We are in desperate need of proctors for testing.
Monday - 10 time slots open
Tuesday - 8 time slot open
Wednesday - 11 time slot open
If you can spare some time to assist, please sign up at...
Click on "Find a Signup"
Enter the random text
Click "Search"
Click on SPMS Proctor SignUp
All volunteers must be cleared and the website to apply is
Swiss Point has a Shoparoo account.
Shoparoo is an extremely easy way to fundraiser 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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SPMS PTSO is on Instagram!
*Don't forget to join us!!*** SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, May 9th at 10:30am in the Multi-Purpose Room at SPMS. We will be voting in the 2016-2017 Board (officers & postitions) at this meeting! ALL are welcome to attend and learn more about what your PTSO does for your school!
Why be a part of the PTSO?
There are so many reasons to become involved with your school's PTSO that we can't list them all, so join us at the next meeting to find out!
Please consider lending your skills to the PTSO! We have several committee openings for the 2016-2017 school year!! Join us now for our meetings to learn what they are and to shadow the folks that are involved now to make an easy and fluid transition!! We are a low-key group of parents helping the school be the best it can be!! We need YOU!
Did you know?? We have an AmazonSmile account!! Click this link to find out more!
Now while you do your regular shopping on Amazon thru AmazonSmile, .5% of your purchase will be donated to SPMS PTSO! It is that EASY! Thank you for your support!
We just received a check for over $1000 and did a second mailing for the Boxtops has already gone out! The last mailing for the year will be in June. Turn them in today!! Campbell Soup labels will be mailed out in the next few weeks, so you still have time to turn those in as well! Thank you for supporting the label programs!!
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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.
For the Week of April 25
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- No School!
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Daily Rotation
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For the Week April 25, 2016
Saturday, April 23
Legally Blonde Jr., 7:00 pm, Auditorium
Sunday, April 24
Band Field Trip to Wild Adventures
Drop-off & Pick-up at Bartram Trail HS.
Legally Blonde Jr., 2:00 pm, Auditorium
Monday, April 25 - Silver Day
FSA Reading- 8th Grade
Musical - Strike Set and Clean up, 2-4:00 pm, Auditorium
Civics EOC Game Review, 2-3:00 pm, MPR
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Tuesday, April 26 - Black Day
FSA Reading- 8th grade
Algebra EOC Review 2 -3:30 pm, MPR
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Wednesday, April 27- Silver Day- 1pm dismissal
FSA Reading- 7th grade
Supervised Testing for virtual students, 1-3 pm, lab 650
Winterguard Tryouts, 3-6:00 pm, Gym
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Thursday, April 28- Special Schedule
FSA Reading- 7th grade
Statewide Science Assessment- 8th grade
6th grade field trip to the movies
Grades Updated in HAC by 3:00 pm
Dreams Come True Dream Party, 2-4:00 pm, MPR
Algebra EOC Review 2:10-3:30 pm in Wilkie's room
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Friday, April 29- No School for Teachers or Students
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Saturday, April 30
Algebra EOC Review 9-12 pm, MPR
Sunday, May 1
State History Fair, May 1-3rd
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Volunteer Information
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Proctors Needed
There are still 21 days you can choose from to help. Some days there is only a need for a few people and other days as many as 31. As of today, there are many days where there are no proctors signed up at all. There is not enough staff to cover all labs during testing. Please consider making time to help out. This large of a request can only be accomplished by many!
Please go to www.signupgenius.com, click on Find a Signup and enter cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us. Thanks in advance for all the help SPMS will receive.
Volunteer Requirements
Before you can volunteer in any St. Johns County School, you must complete a School Access Form (see the Policy Reminder Section below) Please verify with Mrs. Roberts at 547-1822 that you are approved.
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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
Text Anxiety
Click here to read an excellent article addressing test anxiety in middle and high school students.
Moseley's Food for Thought
April is Alcohol Responsibility Month! It is designed to unite students under a common goal of increasing awareness about the health and safety risks associated with alcohol. Mrs. Moseley is in the process of teaching an Alcohol lesson to all 8 th grade students through their History class. If you have an 8th grader, ask them about what they learned from the lesson! It will be a great discussion starter for you and your child! Some good information can be found on the following website from Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility for adults, teens and even elementary age children: http://responsibility.org/
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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*
As always, this is a public meeting,
and all are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, September 16th-
Wednesday, November 18th
Wednesday, January 20th
Wednesday, February 17th
No Meeting in March, 2015
Wednesday, April 20 th
Wednesday, May 18
Proposed agenda for the Wednesday, May 18 Meeting
Welcome: Call to Order: 3:30
Vote: Approval of April minutes
Finance Report: Ashley Blum
Analyzing Results from Parent Needs Assessment Surveys
Vote: Request for SAC Monies: Library
Vote: Disbursement of remainder of SAC funds
Vote: 2016-2017 School Improvement Plan Goals
Vote: 2016-2017 SAC Chair/Co-Chair Positions
Completion of 2016-2017 Membership Intention Forms
Principal Update: Mrs. Kunze
Adjourn
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Media Center News
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Chris Southworth, Media Paraprofessional
The list for the 2016-17 Sunshine State Books has been released. We will have some incentives next school year for reading these books and a Battle of the Books club that anyone can join.
SUNSHINE STATE BOOKS FOR 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
All Fall Down by Ally Carter
Bot Wars by J.V. Kade
The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
Echo by Pam Munoz Ryan
Frenzy by Robert Lettrick
The Honest Truth by Dan Gemeinhart
Insignia by S.J. Kincaid
The Luck Uglies by Paul Durham
The Neptune Project by Polly Holyoke
Nickel Bay Nick by Dean Pitchford
The Sinister Sweetness of Splendid Academy by Nikki Loftin
The Summer I Saved the World in 65 Days by Michele W. Hurwitz
The Tapper Twins Go to War (with each other) by Geoff Rodkey
Turn Left at the Cow by Lisa Bullard
The Worst Class Trip Ever by Dave Barry
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Creative Outlets
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The District Middle School Art Show will be on exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. Opening night and reception is Friday, April 1 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. The art exhibition will continue until Saturday, April 30
SPMS had 3 students win awards at the District Art show this past Friday at the St Augustine Arts Association!
Evin Jacobs- 2nd place for painting
Angela Ramsey- honorable mention for painting
Olivia Szabo- 3rd place for printmaking
All work will be on display until the end of the month.
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Band News
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Congratulations to our Jazz Ensemble students on their stellar performances this year! Their final concert was Tuesday night at Bartram Trail HS and their performances at the Lakeside Jazz festival last weekend earned them Superior ratings! Awesome job, students!
Upcoming Concert Dates:
5/5/16 Beginning/Symphonic Band Concert
5/12/16 Wind Symphony/Wind Ensemble
Upcoming Fundraiser:
Dunkin Donuts COFFEE Fundraiser is starting soon! We will be sending our troops coffee care packages for Memorial Day, please consider donating a bag! Download the order form here! Starting April 21!
Get a SPMS Band decal to personalize your instrument case or car window! $5 each! Click this link to get the order form!
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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:
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From the Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
547-8628
Parents of current 6th graders! Please read this! There are 288 current 6th grade students that we still do not have a record of receiving their Tdap for entrance into 7th grade! Students can receive this shot when they turn 11 years old. Please do not wait till the last minute! I have been reminding you since Thanksgiving break, then the holiday break, then the Spring Break I reminded you again. Before you know it school will be starting and your student will not be able to start on the first day or get their schedule. There will be no exceptions! The Tdap shot must be documented on a Florida 680 form. No receipts will be accepted. If you have any questions please email me at joan.beccard@stjohns.k12.fl.us or call 547-8628.
Florida Immunization Requirements: FAQs
Click here to view valuable information regarding requirements for school age students and their immunizations.
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Athletics
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The Saint Johns Middle School Athletic Association ("SJMSAA") middle school sports program is not operated or sponsored by the St. Johns County School District. SJMSAA is an independent, private non-profit corporation, which uses District middle school names and facilities under a license agreement with the District, and which is solely responsible for the operation of the SJMSAA middle school sports program and its individual teams.
SPMS Road Raiders
Running Club: EVERYONE IS WELCOME.
Running For FUN Every THURSDAY AT 5:15-6:30 PM
Beginners and advanced come out for some training, exercise and fun. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes to get sweaty in! Bring a water bottle too!
SJMSAA Raider Cheerleading 2016-2017
View future Raider Raps for additional information.
SPMS Baskeball Camp
Switzerland Point Middle School will be hosting its Annual Summer Basketball Camp for boys & girls ages 6 - 14. The camp will have three one - week sessions June 6 - July 1, 2016. This is a fun filled camp where "Teaching Never Stops". Don't be left out of this year's camp because the camp fills up fast. Please check your child's school for a brochure or the website at Switzerland Point Middle School.Click here also! Questions/concerns, please call or email Coach Singleton
terrance.singleton@stjohns.k12.fl.us at 287-2626 or 547-8650.
Also, we are seeking donations or prizes for the students. (Example: gift certificate, T-shirt, coupons, or candy). If any area business can contribute it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
SJMSAA Football
The SPMS Raider Football team will be practicing in preparation for the Spring game.
Spring SJMSAA Baseball
Click on the links above to view the SPMS baseball schedules. Good Luck Raiders! Please contact Curtis Mack with any questions at Curtis.Mack@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Congratulations to the Varsity Baseball team as they defeated Fruit Cove to stay UNDEFEATED! Way to go Baseball Raiders!
Intramural Dodgeball
Coach Singleton will have permission slips available after Spring Break for intramural dodgeball.
SJMSAA Softball
Congratulation to the softball team on their wins this past week:
V. Sebastian - won 12-0
V. Pacetti Bay - won 16-6
3/17 v. Landrum at Davis- Postponed
3/29 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen - WON
3/31 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen - WON 16-0
4/5 v. Fruit Cove at Aberdeen at 4pm- Loss
4/7 v. Sebastian at St. Augustine Little League at 4pm
4/8 v. Valley Ridge at Aberdeen at 4pm-Loss
4/12 v. Pacetti Bay at St. Augustine Little League-WON 18-2
4/14 v. Valley Ridge at Davis- Loss
4/19 v. Landrum at Aberdeen-WON
4/21 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen- WON
4/26 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen
Next Thursday 4-28-16 softball will be having their Championship games at Aberdeen fields. The top four teams have a playoff and the winning teams play each other for the Championship game the same night. The four teams are Fruit Cove, Landrum, Swiss Point, and Valley Ridge. The number one team plays the number four team. The number two team plays the number three team. These games start at 4:00 and end at 5:30 pm. The Championship game starts at 5:45 and ends at 7:15 pm. A school trophy will be presented to the winning school team and individual trophies will be presented to the girls of the winning school team. Please pass the word on for all to come out and enjoy some great girls' softball that night.
SJMSAA Tennis
Clinics will start the week of Feb 15. Matches start March 3.
Matches will be March 3,10,17,31 April 7,14,21,28 May 5. Play offs May 12. Please check the SJMSAA website for information.
SJMSAA Golf
Date Home Away Course
3/16 Swiss Point Landrum B South Hampton WIN
3/30 Academy Swiss Point Cimarrone WIN
4/6 Landrum A Swiss Point TPC Dye Valley Loss
4/13 Swiss Point Pacetti Bay South Hampton WIN
4/27 Swiss Point Fruit Cove South Hampton
5/4 Liberty Pines Swiss Point St. Johns GCC
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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.
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Student's Corner
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BeaTPAC (Bartram Trail High School Performing Arts Summer Camp)- SPACE IS FILLING UP!
BeaTPAC 2016(Bartram Trail Performing Arts Summer Camp) is starting to reach capacity. BeaTPAC is paperless this year, we will not be sending out brochures. Please go online at www.beatpac.com
To make sure your camper is enrolled in BeaTPAC, go online to get information and register .
Spring Musical
Tickets are on sale for Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr. during lunches. Cost per ticket is $7. The show is next Thursday-Saturday (4/21-23) @ 7:00 pm & a special Sunday Matinee (4/24) @ 2:00 pm. Any questions or concerns please email Mr. Segal at brad.segal@stjohns.k12.fl.usWinterguard Tryouts
Do you enjoy dance? Gymnastics? Twirling?
Try out for the Switzerland Point Middle School Winter Guard team!
Audition packets are available in the front office or see Mrs. Lewis
Wednesday April 27 4:00 - 6:00
Wednesday May 4 4:00 - 6:00
Thursday May 5 4:00 - 6:00
Wednesday May 11 4:00 - 6:00
Thursday May 12 4:00 - 6:00 (Tryouts)
Students need to wear comfortable black shorts, black t-shirt, and report to the SPMS gym. Please bring a snack and a drink (Your drink MUST have a lid). No friends or family will be permitted in the gym during auditions; this is a closed audition process.
Gamble Rogers Music Festival Youth Performance Competition Call for Musicians!
To be held at the Colonial Quarter
St. George Street, Downtown St. Augustine.
The Producers of the GRMF are excited to announce a YOUTH PERFORMANCE COMPETITION to be held at the 21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival. A two-hour block of time has been scheduled for Middle and High School age students (including Home School students). Auditions will be accepted through YouTube or Vimeo videos. Deadline for entries is April 1, 2016.
Important information;
- Original music is welcome and covers accepted
- Solo acts and Bands, of no more than 4 persons, will be accepted
- Each performer or group must be able to do a 20-minute set (4-5 songs). Only one full song is needed for audition.
- Sound equipment will be provided. All performers must provide their own instruments.
- The performance time will be 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30th.
- Auditions must be sent via YouTube or Vimeo link.
- Application information must be completed with link information.
- Chosen acts will be announced on April 9th. 5 acts will be selected.
- The acceptance committee will include professional musicians and selection is at their discretion.
- A winner will be selected from the live performances.
Personal information needed: name, age, school, phone number, email, experience in performance situation, description of your musical style and influences, parent name and parent phone number. 21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival April 29-May 1, 2016
$100 and Professional performance counseling to winner!
Basic Scuba Diving
The St. Augustine Cadet Corps (a national recognized, non-profit youth organization) will be conducting a basic intro to SCUBA diving on Saturday April 23rd. This training will include a brief classroom session followed by in-pool training.
This training is open to middle school students who are U.S. citizens, have a grade point average of 2.0 or higher and have an adventurous spirit. No previous experience with SCUBA diving is required. Students must be able to swim and tread water. The all-inclusive cost of the training is $25.
If you will, please pass this information along to students who meet the requirements. Interested persons should be provided with contact information as follows:
Eric Johnson, NSCC
eric.johnson@staugseacadets.org
904-392-9048
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8th Grade Corner
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CHS 2016-2017 Cheer Tryout Clinics
Click here to view the informational flyer regarding Creekside High School 2016-2017 Cheer Tryout clinics and Parent/Athlete Informational meeting. Informational meeting will be held on 4/25 at 4 pm and 7 pm.
Spirit of Bartram Colorguard Try-outs
If you want to be a part of a great group of students and perform with our AWESOME...
"Spirit of Bartram" Marching Band, consider joining our Outdoor Colorguard Team!
Tryouts for "Spirit of Bartram" Colorguard Team are:
Tuesday, May 2nd, Thursday, May 4th
AND Friday, May 5th
6:00pm - 8:30pm @ BTHS Band Room
You MUST attend ALL 3 Tryout Dates.
Bartram Trail High School Athletic Department Student Sport Physicals For Rising 9th Graders
- Physicals may be secured through your own private physician or at BTHS on Saturday April 23rd from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
- A team of doctors will be on hand April 23rd to help provide physical examinations at a cost of $20.00. Please bring cash or check made payable to BTHS for $20.00 (Please make sure your address and phone number are on the check.)
- In an attempt to minimize the length of wait, we are encouraging that athletes follow the assigned times:
- 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. A - L
- 2:30 p.m. - 4:00p.m. M - Z
- The parent/guardian should fill out Part 1 and Part 2 of the Physical Evaluation form with their child prior to arriving for the physical examination. This form must be filled out completely. The physician on duty will complete Part 3. Student/Parents should sign/date this form in all required areas.
- Students with previous/current medical concerns should see their family physician for sports physicals.
- The date is reserved for only students who will be attending Bartram Trial High School. Students attending other high schools should contact that school's athletic director to see if they have a date scheduled at their school for sports physicals.
- For those athletes doing a camp this summer, parent consent forms as well as the heat, concussion and cardiac forms will be available for athlete/parent to sign. These form must be on file prior to participation in athletic activities, including summer camps.
- All forms can be found on the BTHS Athletic Web page under Forms or Rising 9th Graders tab
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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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Calling All Applicants!
A Superintendent Search Citizens Advisory Committee will be created to assist in the review of applicants based on the district's qualifications and public feedback. Community members interested in serving on this committee are requested to submit an application. The application must be postmarked or submitted by close of business Monday, April 25 and is available online on the district's website at
Superintendent's Report
Approved District Calendar for 2016-2017
Click here to view the approved 2015-2016 District Master Calendar.
Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
Click here to view informational flyer regarding the St. Johns County School District FREE "Redirecting Children's Behavior" Course. It is a 5 week course being held on April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 28. See flyer for details and contact information.
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Summer Employment Opportunity
Click here to view flyer regarding summer employment opportunities at the First Coast YMCA.
Summer Volunteer Opportunity
to view flyer about volunteer opportunity at Westminister Woods for the summer. Apply before May 23rd.
Bartram Bears Athletic Booster Club
Future Bears- We are less than a month away from the best night out this spring- Our Annual Low Country Boil. Join us for a fun night of food, friendship and fundraising. This is a great opportunity for you to come out and show your support for our student athletes. Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get yours today!
Individual Tickets are $30 each or tables of 10 tickets can be purchased for $250. Must be 21 or older to attend and the event is open to all in the community. Grab your friends and get your tickets before it is too late!
Offer from Ossi Orthodontics
Click here to view flyer offering a free smile analysis at Ossi Orthodontics.
First Annual Flight of the Hawks 5K & Fun Run
Hickory Creek Elementary is hosting the First Annual Flight of the Hawks 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, April 23 at BTHS. Please see the above picture for more information.
Bartram Bash and Earth Day Celebration to be held at Alpine Grove Park
On Saturday, April 23rd, the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation will host the 12th annual Bartram Bash at Alpine Groves from 9 am- 4 pm. The event is environmentally themed and is a birthday celebration of William Bartram, the first American born Naturalist.
Highlights include live music, historical reenactors, nature walks, kayak rides, games, food trucks and various presentations and displays.
For more information, call (904) 209-0335.
State Farm Public Affairs Community Outreach
Click here to view the State Farm Public Affairs Community Outreach flyer. It includes articles regarding the Youth Advisory Board, Teen driver Safety, the Good Neighbor Citizenship Grant Program and more.
Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs
The University of North Florida Division of Continuing Education is offering a Reading Skills and Speed Reading Program. Click here to view flyer that includes the list of programs offered and information on how to register.
K-9s United
The following links include information regarding a newly formed non-profit organization that supports K-9 officers and their handlers.
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