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A Message from the Principal

Dear JSC Community,


May is off to an exciting start! This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! At John S. Clarke Elementary Center, we celebrate not only our teachers, but our entire staff during this time. It truly takes a village to support our students! We are so very thankful for the amazing teachers and staff who make JSC the place to be!


We have so many great activities happening this month, so be sure to mark your calendars for the dates below! Please reach out to your child's teacher or the JSC Office with any questions. Roll Tide!


Your partner in education,


Ms. Kerri Lubinsky

Principal

John S. Clarke Elementary Center

JSC News and Upcoming Events JSC News and Upcoming Events

Important Dates in May / June

Mark your calendar for some important dates in the months of May and June! (More information will follow as dates become closer.)

Friday, May 17th - PASD Art Show (6PM-9PM) and JSC PTO Basket Raffle at JSC (5PM-9PM)

Saturday, May 18th - JSC PTO Basket Raffle at JSC Gym (9AM to 5PM)

Tuesday, May 21st - 4th Grade Show / Family Night at PAHS (6:30 PM)

Friday, May 24th - Holiday Early Dismissal (12:00 at JSC)

Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day (No School)

Friday, May 31st - 3rd and 4th grade Dance (6PM to 8PM)


Monday, June 3rd - JSC Fun Day for students

Wednesday, June 5th - Last Day of School for Students (Early Dismissal 12:00 at JSC)

Teacher / Staff Appreciation is This Week

Help honor our AMAZING teachers and staff at JSC during Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! Here are some simple (and optional) ways to express gratitude.

PTO Updates

Basket Raffle

You won't want to miss JSC PTO's Basket Raffle!

Friday, May 17th - Shop and Drop (Same night as the PASD Art Show) from 5PM to 9PM.

Saturday, May 18th - 9AM to 5PM (Winners will be pulled at 5PM)

Sunday, May 19th - Prize pickup 8AM to 12PM

Please contact JSC PTO with any questions, at: johnsclarkepto@gmail.com


Thank you for your support! All proceeds from PTO fundraisers go directly to JSC students!

3rd and 4th Grade Dance

Back by popular demand! On Friday, May 31st, JSC PTO and PBIS will sponsor the second annual end of year dance for third and fourth grade students! This year's theme is 'Glowing into Summer!' Please note this is an after school event from 6M to 8PM and is for 3rd and 4th grade students only.

PASD Art Show at JSC - May 17th

The Pottsville Area School District Art Show will be held on Friday, May 17th at John S. Clarke Elementary Center, from 6PM to 9PM.

Kindergarten Registration Update

The next screening date for incoming kindergarten students for the 2024-2025 school year will be on Tuesday, July 16th.(This screening date will be for those who missed April's screening / registered after April 8th.) See registration information below.

๐ŸŒŠJSC TIDE PRIDE ๐ŸŒŠ ๐ŸŒŠJSC TIDE PRIDE ๐ŸŒŠ

5th Annual Spartan Games

Tuesday, May 7th marks the 5th annual Spartan Games at North Schuylkill School District. Each year, students from 16 school districts (including PASD) participate in the Spartan games! Last week, student athletes from JSC participated in the ceremonial passing of the torch!

Students of the Month

Congratulations to JSC's Students of the Month:


Kindergarten - Aly Billingham

1st Grade - Meredith Spotts

2nd Grade - Bryleigh Gross

3rd Grade - Zaid McShaw

4th Grade - Chase Herndon

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Aly Billingham

Kindergarten

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Meredith Spotts

1st Grade

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Bryleigh Gross

2nd Grade

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Zaid McShaw

3rd Grade

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Chase Herndon

4th Grade

JSC Family Fun Night Book Bingo

Thanks to all families who attended JSC's Family Fun Book Bingo Night! Shout out to JSC's Staff and Title I Staff for putting on a fantastic event!

Too Good for Drugs

Special thanks to Angela Morgan and Brittany Culbert from the Schuylkill County MH/DS and Drug and Alcohol Program for teaching our 4th grade students that they are "Too Good for Drugs."

๐Ÿ™Œ Weekly Shout-Outs๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ™Œ Weekly Shout-Outs๐Ÿ‘

This week's Shout-Out winner is:


Paislee Weiser


Shout-out winner should report to the main office to choose a prize! Thanks to all who shared a shout-out! Keep spreading those positive vibes!


Shout Outs


Help us celebrate our amazing JSC community by giving a out shout out (which will be posted in next week's newsletter AND read aloud on JSC's Morning Splash). Don't forget to add your child's name for a chance to win a prize at school!

Click Here to submit a Shout Out

Shout Outs

Kash Zerbe - Good job winning your red tickets I'm school this past week! Proud of you buddy!


Kaindra Joy - So proud of all of your extra hard work during PSSAs! Keep up the great work! Love you! โค๏ธ Mom and Dad


Gatlin Joy - You have been working so hard and we are so proud of you! Keep up the good work! Love you! โค๏ธ Mom and Dad


Peyton Walters - You have been doing a hole lot better mommy is so proud of you sweet heart keep up the great work I have so much faith in you girly love you never give up.


Paislee Weiser - You have made tremendous progress in Kindergarten and we are so proud of you! Keep up the great work!


Alani Butts - Mommy And Nana are so proud of you , you are so smart and beautiful. we love you girl!


Will Martin - Youโ€™re doing awesome in second grade! Keep up the great work. We canโ€™t wait to see what amazing things you do next!


Miss Nef - Thank you for joining the JSC team! Weโ€™re so lucky to have you with us!


JSC Office Staff - We would be completely lost without you ladies! Thank you for always having (or finding) the answers to every conceivable question. You ladies rock!


Alexander Vengen - We are so proud of you and your hard work! Way to go on your report card and keep up the great work! All our love- Mom and Ty


Mrs. McDonald's 1st grade Classroom 113 - Shout out to room 113 for good behavior on the field trip to the farm and Sweet Arrow Lake and on the bus! It was such a fun day to spend with your class! -Evan's mom


Stella Marks - Congratulations on winning 1st Place in the Avenues Rubber Duck Coloring Contest - Great job!


Jack & Norah Sherry - Both of you work so hard and it shows! You are both amazing and we are so proud! Keep doing your best! Love, Mom, Dad & Jay


Mrs. Martinko & Mrs. Smith - Thank you so much for going above and beyond in the classroom. Room 205 is lucky to have you both!


Mrs. E McDonald - You are awesome! It has been wonderful watching my child grow to love Reading more and more every day. It was also nice to see how well behaved your class was on the 1st grade field trip! Keep following the pride rules Room 113!


Orion Upton - Big shoutout to our stellar 1st grader! You're a star in the making! Keep shining bright! Love Mom and Dad


Ebby Upton - A special shoutout to an amazing 3rd grader! Keep being kind, curious, and courageous. The sky's the limit for you! Love Mom and Dad


Principal Lubinsky - Keep inspiring and leading with passion and positivity. You're making a difference every day!


Kaiden Martinez - Kaiden, you are one of the hardest working kids we know! Thank you for always trying your best!


Mrs. Elaine McDonald - Thank you so much for making Elliot's First Grade year so awesome! He has learned so much this year thanks to you!


Mr. Sabol - Mr. Sabol, you're about to get SLIMED! Thanks for being a great sport, and for being an awesome assistant principal!



JSC Resources JSC Resources

JSC Morning Splash News YouTube Channel
JSC Morning Splash adds a splash of fun to the daily news!
JSC YouTube Channel
JSC Student Handbook 23-24
Learn More about JSC's ESAP Program Here
JSC Weekender Bags Sign-Up
Complete the form for your child to receive a bag of shelf-stable food and snacks every Friday!
JSC Arrival / Dismissal Procedure
JSC MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)
Do you have a question or concern about your child's academic, behavioral, or overall well-being, and are not sure who to talk to? Check out our MTSS process!

JSC School Tours for New and Prospective Families

Are you new to JSC? Come to our main office door on Wednesdays at 4PM for a building tour! Please contact JSC office to notify us that you are coming. (570)621-2945

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