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Friday, September 2, 2016
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Pictured top:
Elevate Orlando hosted a joint tailgate event prior to the JHS vs. ORHS football game last week
(story below).
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  Please remember that there is no school this Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. Classes will resume as normal on Tuesday, September 6th. I think you will enjoy this issue as it covers a wide range of 'Tiger Happenings' from our third week. Please do not forget about the free tutoring if needed and the senior class meeting at 6:00 PM on Wednesday. Both of these are important activities here in early September. Please drive safely over the Labor Day weekend holiday and remember to buckle up. I look forward to seeing everyone back on campus Tuesday morning for an on-time start to the 4th week of the quarter! In Tiger Pride, Roderick Waldon Principal Jones High School  Note:
If you no longer attend or have a student attending JHS and do not want to read our weekly updates, you may opt out at the very top of this issue. However, if you do so, your email will be permanently removed from the system as a security step. We hope you will continue.
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Friday, September 2
VARSITY FOOTBALL TONIGHT! Go Tigers vs. Colonial Grenadiers at Colonial, 7 PM
Saturday, September 3 Algebra I Retake Boot Camp - 8AM - 11AM - B Hallways Upstairs Boys Basketball Open Gym (11th & 12th Graders Only) - 11AM - 1PM Cross Country Roaring Lion Invitational - 8AM - Winter Garden September 6-10 Algebra I Retake Boot Camp Tuesday, September 6 Bowling Team Interest Meeting - 2:40 in the Cafeteria Coronation Practice - 4PM in the Auditorium Booster Club Meeting - 6PM in Cafeteria Wednesday, September 7 100 Black Men Meeting - 1:45 in Front Conference Room Senior Parent Meeting - 6PM in the Auditorium Thursday, September 8 JV/Freshman Football Game - 6PM at Edgewater Friday, September 9 JROTC Flag Ceremony to honor the 15th anniversary of 9/11 - 7:15 at the flag pole Homecoming Coronation Ad deadline Saturday, September 10 Algebra I Retake Boot Camp - 8AM - 11AM (location TBD) JHS Class of 1976 Reunion - 10AM in the Auditorium Coronation Practice - 11AM in the Auditorium Monday, September 12 Girls' Volleyball vs. Evans - 6PM in the Gym Tuesday, September 13 Coronation Practice - 4PM in the Auditorium Wednesday, September 14 Girls' Volleyball vs. Oak Ridge - 6PM in the Gym
Other Announcements:Yearbooks! 2017 yearbooks are now on sale for $55. Pre-order your yearbooks today at www.yearbookordercenter.com Our school code is 1458. If you didn't get your 2016 yearbook, they are still on sale for $40. Stop by room 258 and pick one up from Ms. Williams today. Only a few remain.
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Tardie, Dress Code, Digital Devices
DRESS CODE POLICYDIGITAL DEVICES
Students, please make sure that you are taking care of your digital device. You are responsible for the care of your device. Fines will apply if applicable, per the agreement that you and your parents signed. If you encounter any issues please stop by the Dean's office with the laptop and power cord.
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Please practice these with your student . . . thank you!
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Date
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Word
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Definition
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Used in Context
| Tue. 9/6
| Noxious
| Harmful; lethal; poisonous
| You can avoid getting sick so often by frequently washing your hands to eliminate noxious bacteria and viruses.
| Wed. 9/7
| Placid
| Calm; peaceful
| Even when the emergency room was packed with patients, the staff remained placid and calmly did their duties.
| Thur. 9/8
| Remuneration
| Payment for work done
| In order to cut costs, the company is going to reduce the remuneration paid to all employees.
| Fri. 9/9
| Talisman
| Lucky charm
| Throughout my grandmother's ninety-five years of life, she rarely went a day without her favorite talisman around her neck.
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The Senior Class meeting will be held in the James W. Wilson Auditorium on Wednesday, September 7 at 6:00PM
Seniors will receive information of upcoming activities, fundraising activities and financial obligations for the their senior year. The Jones High School Guidance Department will be in attendance to discuss graduation requirements. Parents and or guardians are strongly encouraged to attend this informational meeting.
Please contact Mrs. Richardson with any questions.
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AP Literature & Composition with Mr. Green (Aug. 30) . . .
Students in Mr. Green's AP Literature & Composition class were evaluating the effects and purpose of allusions in a text. Students worked together in groups to submit their analysis in a Google Doc. 
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THANK YOU Lighthouse Central Florida - Women With a Vision for donating 30 beautiful homecoming dresses to the Tiger Den. We greatly appreciate your generosity! |
Do you have a student in grades 10-12 who is interested in science or engineering? Check out this PAID apprenticeship program! |
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College and Career Center News
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Florida State University CARE Program
Priority deadline is October 19, 2016
 Students selected for the participation in CARE begin in the Summer Bridge Program. All must be first-generation college students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who have demonstrated a strong desire to succeed. Academic Requirements3.0 GPA (weighted), 980 SAT/old SAT 1330, and/or 19 ACT
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Student Recognition
Angel Ortiz, Class of 2017
Senior Angel Ortiz uses the College & Career Center to research scholarships recommended by Mr. Hadley. She plans to do her first two years at Valencia College and then transfer to the University of Florida for the Physician's Assistant program.
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Meet Mr. Hadley  We are thrilled to have Mr. Keith Hadley with us full time in the College & Career Center! Mr. Hadley graduated from Tallahassee Community College and Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. He previously served Florida State University's Office of Financial aid by conducting various outreach activities that focused on teaching student financial literacy. Juniors and Seniors, please stop by the College & Career Center during lunch or after school. Seniors may get a pass to the CCC during elective classes, if approved by the teacher.
Mr. Hadley has already done an awesome job of lining up several college visits (below). He will share with us numerous scholarship opportunities throughout the year. Students, don't miss out on these wonderful opportunities.
Upcoming College Visits:Friday, September 16 - University of Florida Thursday, October 6 - Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Friday, October 7 - Florida State University
Federal Student Aid:
Seniors, please start to fill out your application today! FAFSA Note: Mr. Hadley's Google Classroom Code is tx5y7ik ----------
College & Career Planning Resource
MyCareerShines is a comprehensive education and career planning system that will help you succeed in the increasingly competitive global economy. You will learn about yourself, discover the many options and opportunities for your future, and gain access to the information and tools to achieve your goals.
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Schimelda Louissaint and Vanessa Phanord (Class of 2018)
Congratulations to 11th grade International Baccalaureate students Schimelda Louissaint and Vanessa Phanord who were selected to attend the University of Central Florida College of Medicine Health Leaders Summer Academy from July 18-22. Schimelda and Vanessa had the opportunity to work with professors from the Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences in various lab settings and group research projects. They were also provided with information vital to post-secondary educational paths in the field of medicine. Way to go, ladies!
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Ms. Kamia Brown (Class of 1999)
 Congratulations to Kamia Brown on winning the Florida House of Representatives District 45 seat! Ms. Brown was the JHS Class of 1999 Vice President. She went on to graduate from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University and has worked as a Legislative Aide for the last 11 years. You make J-High proud!
Read the news story in the Orlando Political Observer
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Extracurricular Tiger Happenings!
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Joshua Brown and Jamari Williams (Class of 2018)
 Congratulations to Class of 2018 Joshua Brown and Jamari Williams on being named this year's
Drum Majors! We can't wait to see what you have in store for the halftime shows!-----------
Elevate Orlando
 Last Friday night, Elevate Orlando hosted a joint tailgate with Jones and Oak Ridge before the big game. Elevate Orlando develops values and leadership skills while preparing students to graduate with a plan for the future. For more information about Elevate Orlando, please contact Mr. Torre.
 ----------- Opportunity for our Tigers: Teen Ambassadors
The Teen Ambassadors are a vibrant group of teenagers that have unique leadership opportunities through their participation. In monthly meetings, the Teen Ambassadors learn about the nonprofit business model and discover a variety of careers in the arts. They get behind the scenes opportunities as well as access to performances, mater classes, workshops and community engagement.
The goal of the program is to develop leadership, writing and communication skills. They contribute ideas and work to develop and promote their ideas, often taking over the arts center's social media channels and creating their own promotional materials.
The Teen Ambassadors are an important part of the School of the Arts and the Dr. Phillips Center.
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Football
Tigers quarterback Quarry Jones during the first quarter of the Varsity Football game at Oak Ridge High School on Friday, August 26th, 2016. (Logan Robertson, Orlando Sentinel)
Our Varsity Football Tigers pulled off a huge win against Oak Ridge last Friday night with a score of 52-6. We are proud of these boys and most importantly commend their sportsmanship on the field and after the game. GOOOO Tigers!
Here's some media coverage of last week's big game:
Football alumni in the news:
FCA
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes had a great turnout of 15 students and two parents at last week's interest meeting. Students applied for leadership positions and the next meeting will be held soon. All are welcome at Fellowship of Christian Athletes, which is run by student leaders. Please contact Coach Brogger with any questions.
Girls' Volleyball
On August 30, the Varsity Volleyball team played Montverde Academy. While they weren't able to pull off the win, all of the ladies did their best and exhibited excellent sportsmanship.
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Attention Orlando Community Members and Organizations,Jones High School is pleased to inform you of the official JHS Homecoming Celebration that will take place on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 beginning with the crowning of the King and Queen at the 66th Annual Royal Coronation commencing promptly at 6:00 PM in the JHS James W. "Chief" Wilson Auditorium at 801 South Rio Grande Avenue in Orlando, Florida. In an effort to secure funds needed to host this event, the JHS Student Government Association will publish its Annual Homecoming Coronation Souvenir Journal, which will benefit the students of JHS, our community, and local supporting businesses. You can help support education while promoting your business, nonprofit organization, community initiatives, and or faith-based organization by purchasing ads for our historical Annual Homecoming Coronation. Purchase your ad today! * Tax deductible as allowed by law 
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