2/5 Parent Volunteer Group JES Library 6:30-7:30

2/6 Early Dismissal

2/7 No School

2/14 Valentine's Dance 6-8 JES Gym

2/24-3/4 No School, Winter Break

3/5 Parent Volunteer Group JES Library 6:30-7:30

3/25 STEM Fair

Dear JES Parents and Caregivers,

I hope this message finds you well. Recently, there have been many important conversations within our school and parent communities about bullying and harassment, and I’d like to take a moment to clarify what these terms mean in our school setting.

First and foremost, I want you to know that we are deeply committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for every student. Understanding the legal definitions of bullying and harassment is essential so we can address any concerns appropriately and effectively. Below is an overview from our LNSU Policy C10 Section IV (pages 2-4):

Bullying is defined as any repeated act or combination of acts, intended to ridicule, humiliate, or intimidate another student. This behavior can happen on school property, on a school bus, during a school activity, or even outside of school if it significantly interferes with a student’s ability to access their education. A key element of bullying is the intent behind the behavior: if the goal is to harm or intimidate, it may be considered bullying. We understand that sometimes students act impulsively or react to situations in ways that are unkind, but these behaviors don’t always meet the definition of bullying, since there may be no intention to cause harm. These situations are handled through our school’s misconduct procedures.

Harassment refers to behavior that is based on or motivated by a student’s actual or perceived protected characteristic such as race, ethnicity, creed (religion), disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. This behavior can be verbal, physical, or even occur electronic. If such behavior interferes with a student’s ability to succeed in school or creates a hostile environment, it will be addressed as harassment.

If a situation doesn’t meet the definitions of bullying or harassment, we still take the concern seriously and address it through our misconduct procedures. Our goal is to maintain a respectful environment where all students feel supported.

We take all concerns seriously and work closely with our students and families to resolve them. Our investigation process is thorough: we speak with the student who reported the concern, the other student involved, any student witnesses, and educator witnesses. We also review past reports to identify any patterns. All investigations are conducted by educators who have been trained in bullying and harassment laws and procedures. To ensure consistency, we use standardized forms during interviews and documentation, ensuring clear and thorough records of our findings.

If you ever have any questions or would like to discuss something further, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can continue making our school a place where every child feels safe, respected, and ready to learn.

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Dear Parents/Caregivers, Students and Staff,

We are rolling out a new monthly event aimed at strengthening the bond between families, students,

and our school community! Starting soon, we will be hosting Monthly Family Nights – evenings

dedicated to learning, connection, and fun for the whole family.

These events, led by members of our community in partnership with the school, will offer opportunities

for families to explore engaging activities together. Some events could include:

 Art projects

 Baking workshops

 Writing and storytelling

 Mindfulness exercises

 Book club discussions

 Outdoor learning and gardening (weather permitting)

…and so much more! The possibilities are endless, and we want you to help shape them.

To ensure these events reflect the interests and needs of our community, we’ll be sending out

an Interest Survey soon. Your input will guide us in choosing themes and activities that bring everyone

together in meaningful and enjoyable ways.

Our goal is simple: to make the family-school connection stronger than ever and to create lasting

relationships within our community.

We want to hear your ideas and see all families join us for these enriching experiences. Stay tuned for

the survey and more details about our first Family Night!

Please contact Vanessa Tourangeau at vhplumlucky@gmail.com if you have any questions, or would like

to volunteer at any of the monthly events.

Hello Johnson Jaguars!

Our winter MAP Growth testing window is opening next week. For the next two weeks, all students at JES will take this adaptive, computerized assessment to help teachers target their instruction and allow students to celebrate their areas of academic growth. This assessment, given three times a year, provides information not only about how much your child has learned, but also how well they are performing compared to grade-level peers across the nation. In order to best support your child’s education, it is important that they take this test seriously and put in their best effort.

While taking this assessment, students are expected to see questions that are both too easy and too hard. This helps the adaptive program pinpoint exactly where your child is in terms of their academics. Seeing hard questions can discourage some students, so we encourage you to speak to your child at home and remind them that seeing challenging questions means that they have done a great job on the assessment so far.

You can help prepare your child for the assessment by ensuring that they get sufficient sleep the night prior to their test, and by encouraging them to succeed. If you would like to learn more about the MAP Growth assessment, you may follow this link to access their online Family Toolkit with more information.

Thank you for your support in helping every Johnson Jaguar succeed,

JES Staff

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