JMS Announcements – 10/18/21

Johnston Middle School Announcements for

Monday, October 18, 2021, A Day

 

 

Today (Monday, October 18) is an A day.

DAILY ROTATION SCHEDULE

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Teachers will update weekly assignments every Friday so students know what needs to be done the following week. In the weekly updates, teachers will communicate any due dates for student work.

CLICK HERE FOR JMS TEACHER WEEKLY PLANS

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Congratulations to our PRIDE winners from Friday!!

Maia Tecklenburg → Nominated by Mrs. Kehrli for Excellence

Ella Devine → Nominated by Ms. Petersen for Excellence

Jacob Greene → Nominated by Mrs. Lane for Excellence

Max Mincks → Nominated by Mr. Sciurba for Positivity

…and our PRIDE teacher of the week…

Ms. Anthofer → Nominated by Hlute Mal for Respect

 

REMINDER — PICTURE RE-TAKES — JMS “Re-Take” PICTURE DAY – Students who did not get their picture taken here at JMS, please plan to get your photo taken on Friday, October 22.

 

ANIME CLUB — Anime Club will meet on Tuesday Oct 19th for this week in Ms. Croat’s room, 513!

 

JMS GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY — Congratulations to these ladies on an amazing XC season.  These 8th graders were State Champions as 7th graders, were undefeated this season, and then capped it off by winning the Middle School State Meet on Saturday.  Alyx Woodley was the individual champion (for the second consecutive year), and Micah Fitzgerald was 4th overall, so please congratulate them as well.  All of these young ladies worked hard, did whatever we asked them to do, and represented JMS very well.  In the process, they gained confidence in themselves and learned that they can do hard things while also having fun.  I know they will appreciate hearing from you when you see them.

  • Teegan Claude
  • Raya Cruse
  • Ahana Devadas
  • Audrey Dummermuth
  • Olivia Fehn
  • Micah Fitzgerald
  • Bella Grummert
  • Jayna Lamping
  • Lauren Lashier
  • McKenna Launderville
  • Chloe Liang
  • Lydia Luo
  • Aubrey Mau
  • Kendell McDonough
  • Macy Miller
  • Emma Morlock
  • Gwen Pavlovec
  • Ella Prince
  • Myah Runyon
  • Lexie Wisham
  • Taylor Brown
  • Alyx Woodley
  • Katelyn Rosenbloom

 

REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

9TH GRADE LARGE GROUP SPEECH — If you were unable to attend the large group speech meeting on Tuesday, October 12th and still want to participate in the activity, you still may do this. I have included 2 links for you to look at. The first link is to look at the Powerpoint presentation about large group speech and the events you can participate in. The 2nd link is a google form I would like you to fill out and let me know of your interest. If you are interested in doing the One Act, there will be an audition for it. You will be required to do a monologue. Auditions start at 3PM on Monday, October 18th in the high school auditorium. If you can’t make it or would like the monologue, please email me at tyler.stough@johnston.k12.ia.us and I will get back to you. Just a reminder that this group is for 9th-12th grade only.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19UC2nmycYxU2rhN5ejAKCIgh6su9OAh9qVU7UnGc3zQ/edit?usp=sharing

https://forms.gle/EQwrHH3NJfKdCKST7

 

WOMEN’S GOLF — Please fill out the following form to communicate your intentions for JHS Spring Women’s Golf 2022 (students must fill out the form).  JHS Spring Women’s Golf is for current 9th-12th graders.  However, if numbers allow, current 7th- 8th graders may be allowed to join the team for practices and to gain experience.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Hattel at chattel@johnston.k12.ia.us.

 

JMS WRESTLING — All 7th and 8th graders can begin signing up for wrestling NOW.  The season begins Monday October 18th.  Johnston has a middle school wrestling team for 7th/8th grade students.  You can sign up at:

https://johnstoncsd-ar.rschooltoday.com/node/21

If you have questions about wrestling and getting started, please email Coach Aaron Tecklenburg (head JHS wrestling coach) at:

Aaron.tecklenburg@johnston.k12.ia.us

Wrestling is a great sport for brand new participants all the way to experienced wrestlers!

PS- For 9th graders, the HS season starts November 15th.  9th graders can still sign up at the same link above! Thanks!

 

JMS WEIGHT ROOM — Below you will find information regarding our Weightlifting Program.

WEIGHTLIFTING HOURS OF OPERATION:

8th Grade Students – 3:00-4:00pm – Monday & Thursday

9th Grade Students – 3:00-4:00pm – Tuesday & Friday

LOCATION:

JMS Weight Room – Closest Entrance is Door 15

FALL SCHEDULE:

1st Official Day – Monday, August 30 – 8th & 9th Informational Meeting & Instructions

Last Day of Fall – Friday, October 22

CLOSED DATES:

School Early Dismissal Days = no weightlifting

School Weather Dismissal Days = no weightlifting

Non School Days / Holidays = no weightlifting

 

ATTENTION SCHOOL PERMIT DRIVERS: We want to keep you safe and legal. REMEMBER YOU CAN ONLY DRIVE TO SCHOOL–you should not be driving to any other location with this permit! Please review the laws/expectations of your School Permit.

USAGE: When can I use my School Permit?

·  Only within the school boundaries

·  To school or school sponsored event

LOCATIONS:  ** Where do I go with my School Permit? **

·  Travel the direct route (App.)

·  Gas stations should be on or nearest to the route

TRANSPORTING OTHERS:  Can anyone else ride with me?

·  One passenger other than siblings

·  This does not change the direct route expectation, passengers must start and stop at your locations

VIOLATIONS:  What will happen to me if I don’t obey the law?

·  Examples of Law Enforcement Consequences

·  Loss of privileges (Ex: 2 or more Moving Violations = Revoked for 1 year)

·  Monetary (Ex: $195 for Speeding Violation)

·  Prolonged time for license

·  School Consequences

·  Typically: Warning, Alternative parking sight, Loss of privilege

PARKING: Where can I park while I’m at school?

·  Back Lot – North side of JMS (Enter Door 15)

·  Must have purchased a parking tag ($20) in the JMS Front Office

·  Use only non “staff parking” spots

9th grade students who wish to obtain a school driver’s permit can follow the following link: https://www.johnstoncsd.org/school-news/school-drivers-permit-process/

This link will guide them to a Google Site. Students will need to log in with their jdragonmail credentials in order to watch a video and complete a quiz. The video contains the information that was presented at permit meetings in the past and will now take the place of those meetings. One parent will need to watch the video and note that completion on the quiz. As usual, the only students eligible are 9th graders who have completed driver’s education and have had their learner’s permit for at least six months. After the quiz has been completed, students can pick up their signed Department of Transportation form in the JMS Front Office. Students will need a parking tag to park on school grounds during the school year. Parking tags are available for $20 when students pick up their DOT form. Please make sure you have your license plate number with you at the time of purchase.