J.R. Ingram Parent News
March 2024
What's happening at JRI
March 4-8: Read Across America Week
March 4: Dr. Suess Day-Dress Up as your favorite Dr. Suess Character
March 5: No School~Optional Teacher Workday~Primary Elections
March 6: Oh the Places You Will Go_Dress up as your future career, what do you want to be when you grow up?
March 7: Dress as your favorite book character.
March 7: Battle of the Books (BoB) 4th Grade Competition
March 7: Charlotte's Web Family Movie Night
March 8: Battle of the Books (BoB) 5th Grade Competition
March 8: Read Across America Week: Guest Readers Read Aloud Day
March 8: Wear Blue and Gold to support our Battle of the Books teams
March 8: End of 3rd Quarter
March 8-15: Spring Book Fair
March 11-15: NCCI C (3rd-5th Grade Reading & Math, 5th Science)
March 11: SIT meeting
March 14: Spring Book Fair Family Night & 3rd/4th Grade Music Program
March 19: Spring Picture Day
March 21-22: Field Day
March 25-April 2~No School~Spring Break
April 10: 3rd Quarter Report Card Day
April 15: SIT Meeting
April 19: 5th Grade Cap & Gown Pictures
April 23-May 10: EOY Benchmarks (iReady & mClass)
April 25: 2nd Grade Field Trip
April 30: PTO It's a Family Affair ~Family Dance Night
May 1-26: IOWA Testing~select 2nd graders
May 2-9: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 2: Because of Winn Dixie Family Movie Night
May 13: SIT meeting
May 13: EOG Testing Window (Grades 3-5)
May 24: Last Day of School
Summer calendar:
June 3-10 ~Summer Achievement (Grades 3-5, 8:00-11:30) W
June 11-28~RTA Summer Camp (Grades 2&3, 8:00-2:00pm) Hosted only at WBW & JGE
July 30-Aug 1 Summer Bridge to Kindergarten (K, 8-11)
Kindergarten Registration is NOW OPEN
Read Across America Week
Pint Sized Pasture Petting Zoo will be here for movie night
Come see some of Wilbur's friends from 4:30-5:30 pm
The following animals are scheduled to be at the petting zoo.
Mini Cow
Mini Donky or Horse
Mini Goats
Mini Pigs
Chickens
Rabbits
Llama or Alpaca
Handsanitizer will be provided.
The Lee County Board of Education recently updated Policy 4138
The Lee County Board of Education recently updated Policy 4138 which regulates student use of cell phones and other wireless communication devices.
This update reinforces the existing cell phone rules our schools have in place, while expanding the definition of wireless communication devices, allowing principals to ban devices on testing days, and adding consequences for failing to turn over a confiscated device.
While focusing on instruction is important for students, we recognize that situations may arise during the school day when students need to communicate with their parents. Our administrators and teachers will make every effort to ensure that need is met in a timely and appropriate manner.
Please review the attached Q&A: Use of Wireless Communication and Other Electronic Devices, and share the information with your student.
Please contact your child's school if you have questions or need more information. rmd.me/KehYk8J8yhy
What does this mean at JRI?
Elementary and middle school students are not allowed to use cell phones and other electronic devices from the time of arrival on campus to the last bell for dismissal. Cell phones/electronic devices should be off and in bookbags at all times during the school day. No cell phones or electronic devices should be on campus on standardized testing days.
Rising 6th Grade Stallions (SanLee Middle School)
Information from Mr. Pienaar, AVID Elective Teacher at SLMS
As we prepare our students for the transition to middle school, I wanted to take a moment to introduce you to an exciting opportunity available at SanLee Middle School: the AVID Elective program.
The AVID Elective is a cornerstone of our commitment to college readiness and academic success for all students. It's designed to support motivated learners who aspire to attend college or future education and are willing to put in the effort to achieve their goals.
Here's a brief overview of what the AVID Elective entails:
Target Audience: The program is open to students who demonstrate a desire to pursue higher education and are capable of handling challenging coursework. While it's not limited to any specific group, we typically look for students with a solid academic record and a commitment to their studies
Curriculum: In the AVID Elective class, students learn essential skills such as organization, time management, critical thinking, and effective study habits. They also receive support from peers and college tutors, participate in enriching activities, and explore college and career opportunities.
Benefits: AVID students are placed on a college-bound and career readiness track, encouraged to enroll in rigorous courses, and provided with resources to help them succeed academically. Additionally, our school's AVID program has been recognized as a National Demonstration School, showcasing our dedication to excellence in college and career readiness.
Expectations: Students who join the AVID Elective are expected to commit to the program for at least 1 year at a time, in a 3 year program, actively participate in class activities, maintain good attendance and behavior, and strive for academic excellence(GPA 3.5 and A/B honor roll).
Important dates
Important dates for the recruitment process Date: 4/08/2024 - 4/12/2024 5th Grade on campus Tours 2/26/24 AVID Application Forms available Date: 15th April 2024 Rising 6th Grade Family Night. AVID Recruitment as well as application online and interviews in media center
Please review school expectations with your students.
We kindly ask that you take a moment to review our school's expectations with your children regarding appropriate behavior on the bus, as well as in any other school-related settings. This includes following the instructions of bus drivers, maintaining respectful conduct towards fellow students, and adhering to any safety protocols in place.
By reinforcing these expectations at home, we can work together to create a safer and more conducive learning environment for everyone. We greatly appreciate your cooperation and partnership in this matter.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the school administration.
