LOBO UPDATE
May 12th 2025
Translating this newsletter (traduciendo este boletín)
Si desea que este boletín se traduzca a otro idioma, consulte el botón "Traducir" a la derecha.
SFJHS Quote of the Week
As we wrap up another incredible year at SFJHS, we're reminded that the most valuable gift we carry with us is the knowledge we've gained—because, as the quote says, nobody can take it away from us. The Lobo Way teaches us to Learn to Learn with Passion, and this year, our students have truly shown what it means to cultivate a love for learning. Even as the school year ends, the curiosity, growth, and determination we've built together will continue to shape our futures.
SCHOOL FEES REMINDERS
We are being asked to start looking at school fees. Please start looking to see if any fees are due for your student. With Lagoon, and yearbook distribution coming up we would like to get all fees taken care of before those events occur so your students can participate! School Fees may be paid online at My School Fees. Other items, such as the Chromebook Protection Plan and yearbooks, can also be paid through My School Fees under “optional fees.” All credit card transactions, whether in person or online, will incur a $2 fee as directed by district finance policy.
Lagoon
LAGOON DAY will be Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Please be aware of the following criteria for Lagoon attendance: No F’s in 4th term, No outstanding balances including: lunch account, unpaid school fees, library fines, text book fines from classes, No more than 3 hours of detention, No N or U for citizenship in more than one class for 4th term, Behavior documented on behavior screen or Administrative ineligibility (based on pattern of behavior that may put themselves or others at risk). School will be held on May 20th during normal hours for those students who choose not to go to Lagoon or are not eligible to attend. Students attending school instead of Lagoon should meet in the cafeteria at 8:00 am.
Permission Slip & Cost
Park entrance passes are $55 and the bus fare is $25, bringing the total to $80 for Lagoon. The $80 must be paid at school with our finance secretary, Mrs. Fay. Students can use their Lagoon season passes for the entrance fee but would need to pay the $25 for the bus fare. Students may bring their completed permission slip and payment for the ticket to the school financial office beginning Monday, April 21st. Ticket sales will continue through Friday, May 2nd, or until available bus seats fill up.
Loading Buses at SFJHS/Lagoon
We will load the buses in front of the school beginning at 7:30 am and depart promptly at 7:45 am. Returning buses will begin loading at 3:30 pm and will be departing Lagoon promptly at 3:45 pm. Parents, please be aware that Lagoon closes at 4:00 pm this day so having your student stay later to be picked up by you won’t be an option. If a student rides the bus from SFJHS to Lagoon, they must return back to SFJHS on the bus as well. Any student who is not on their assigned bus by 3:45 pm will be left at Lagoon and will need to be picked up by parents. It is anticipated that we will arrive back at Spanish Fork Jr. between 4:45 and 5:00 pm. Due to the late return, please be aware that the school will not be open and school bus service will not be available. Students and parents should make the needed arrangements for rides beforehand.
Attendance Office Announcement
Just a few attendance reminders:
With the end of the year approaching us we know students are wanting to be checked out for different things. We ask for the remainder of the year that a parent or guardian comes in to sign your student out, and ONLY take your own student. We greatly appreciate your assistance with this effort.
If you’re leaving school, your parent or guardian will need to check you out at the front office. Remember if you leave campus WITHOUT properly checking out you will be marked as a sluff.
If your smiling face never makes it school, please remember to have a parent or guardian call and excuse your absence within two days.
Missing or being tardy to class can prevent you from participating in school activities like school dances, end of term rewards, and Lagoon at the end of the school year.
One Tardy = 15 Minutes of Detention
One Sluff (skipping class) = 45 Minutes of Detention
3 Hours of Detention = No School Activities
Detention will be served on a student's OWN time by working with one of THEIR teachers before or after school.
- Unserved detention will result in further disciplinary action and loss of privileges for other school activities.
- Students will not be allowed to attend the Lagoon field trip ir receive their yearbook during early yearbook distribution if they owe detention.
- Other consequences may include: Not being eligible for participation in extracurricular activities. This includes: athletics, field trips, dances etc.
- It is the responsibility of the student to make up any detention that would disqualify them from school activities.
Upcoming Events
Events This Week:
RISE Testing Make-Up Dates: May 12th-16th
Tuesday: Orchestra Concert @ 7pm @ SFHS
Friday: Talent Show Assembly, Chromebook Return Day
Coming up Events:
Lagoon Day- May 20th
Student Of The Month
Congratulations to our Student of The Month students for the month of May. This month was chosen by our CTE department. Please congratulate Kaitlyn Savage, Janeyi Brandt, Evey Gibson, Zoey Russell, Alessandro Gaitan, Peyton Carter, Kayden Aguirre, Luke Radford, Rowan Phillips and William Clegg! Great job!
9th Graders- We are pleased to introduce the Health and Wellness Club at SFHS, sponsored by the Utah County Health Department. The club will provide an excellent chance to engage in promoting health and wellness at our school.
Participants will have access to leadership opportunities, field trips, and fun activities. If you are interested in joining next year, please email Chelsea Seegmiller at chelsea.seegmiller@nebo.edu for more details.
SFHS Dance Team
Let's Dance! Freshman heading into Sophomore year listen up! Spanish Fork High Dance Company is looking for hardworking, creative, and performance hungry dancers to come join the team. Auditions will be held at the high school on May 12, 13,14. All the information is waiting for you in the front office -- pick up a packet today. Stay up to date and learn more on Instagram @sfhsdancers. See you at auditions - Let's Dance Dons!
Boys Basketball Summer Options
2025 Jr. Dons Boys Basketball Camp
All 4th-8th grade boys at all skill levels
May 27th - 28th
$60 per person- Fee includes SF Dons Shirt Adult Small-XL
Register by paying online at www.successfund.com/jrdonscamp2025
You can also register by paying at the Finance office at the High School by May 22nd
Same Day Registration Available on Day 1 of the camp (Please show up 30 minutes before your scheduled time.)
*Times are subject to change - You will attend according to the grade level you will be in to start the 2025 school year.
*4th-5th grade boys- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
*6th-8th grade boys- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday- Defensive Skill Development/Game play
Wednesday- Offensive Skill Development/Game Play
Camp will be run by members of the Spanish Fork Boys basketball team and Coaching Staff.
Yearbook Yapping
Track and Field
Our amazing track team had a great district meet this past week.
https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/611736/results
Great Job Track Athletes!
Front Office Reminder
DoorDash is convenient, but is NOT approved on campus. Orders will begin being sent away as it is too hard to keep track of who's order is who's. To easily change this issue, we are going back to the original approach of NO DOOR DASH deliveries to the front of the office. We appreciate your help in this matter.
Finance Office Announcement
School Fees School fees may be paid online at My School Fees. Other items, such as the Chromebook Protection Plan and yearbooks, can also be paid through My School Fees under “optional fees.” All credit card transactions, whether in person or online, will incur a $2 fee as directed by district finance policy.
Chromebook Protection Plan
Just a reminder now that Chromebooks have been passed out an optional Chromebook Protection Plan is available for $30. This will cover the initial cost of a lost or damaged chromebook. We encourage parents to purchase the Chromebook Protection Plan in case of loss or damage. The cost to replace a chromebook is $300. This fee will be assessed to the student in the event of a lost, stolen or damaged chromebook. The Chromebook Protection Plan can be paid for online through myschoolfees.com long with all other fees listed under “optional fees.” Additional information regarding the Chromebook Protection Plan coverage is located on our website at https://sfjhs.nebo.edu/content/parent-and-student-information. We encourage purchasing the protection plan.
Lunch Room Announcement
Just a reminder charges are now being submitted for all students who had not filled out a free and reduced lunch form for this school year. Thank you!
May Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Counseling Center
We are here to listen, help, and cheer you on! We can help you with coping strategies, career exploration, high school and college planning, changing classes, problem solving and stress management, anxiety, anger, and much more!
Your assigned counselor is based on the first letter of your last name:
Mrs. Brown A-D
Mrs. Lewis E-K
Mrs. Bennett L-R
Mrs. Lott S-Z (Spanish speaker)
Mrs. Palmer- Social Worker
Check out the Counseling section on the school website for helpful resources.
SafeUT is a great resource and students can download the app. Their tip line is always available to call, chat, or submit a tip.
Clubs
Varsity Tutors
AP with WE service
The AP with WE service provides opportunities and resources to encourage service learning in your classroom. For more information talk with Ms. Terry.
Parent Resources
SFJHS Social Media
Follow us on Instagram at sfjh_lobos and Facebook at Spanish Fork Junior High!
ABOUT US
Website: https://sfjhs.nebo.edu/
Location: 600 South 820 East, Spanish Fork, UT, USA
Phone: (801) 798-4075
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sfjhs
Twitter: @sfjrhigh