SJHS Newsletter 11.15.26

Tomorrow:

• November 14 - FFA @ Regional Competition
• November 14 from 1:00 - 4:00PM - PTSO Holiday Bazaar at SJMS
• November 14 - PTSO Food Drive Ends - Class Competition (see PTSO section for flyer)
• November 14 - PTSO Blanket Fundraiser Orders DUE (see PTSO section for flyer)

Important Events - This Week:

• November 17 at 4:30PM - Site Council Meeting in the Library
• November 17 at 7:30PM - Booster Club Meeting in the Library
• November 17 - WyoTech Rep on Campus (for Autos)
• November 18 - Education Support Professionals Day (Special Education Aides)
• November 18 - Cartwheel Webinar - "Helping Kids Get Started: Supporting Motivation for School, Homework, and Learning" (click to register)
• November 18 - 29 - Apache County Youth Council, Legacy Leadership Club, & The Giving Machine in Show Low (see flyer below for more information)
• November 20 - National Substitute Educators Day

Upcoming Events - Save the Dates:

• November 30 - December 5 - Holiday Spirit Week (see StuCo Section for flyer)
• December 5 - North Pole Experience by SJHS Choir (spots are limited, sign up for a time slot, see Clubs Connection section for flyer)
• December 5 - Winter Formal (see StuCo Section for flyer)
• December 7-11 - Spring Musical Auditions (see Clubs Connection section for flyer)

Dear SJHS Families,

During our recent faculty meeting, we spent time discussing The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. These four simple principles serve as powerful reminders of how our words, actions, and attitudes impact those around us.

The Four Agreements encourage us to:

1. Be Impeccable with Your Word – Speak with integrity, say what you mean, avoid gossip and negativity, use your words to build trust, encourage, and uplift.

2. Don't Take Anything Personally – What others say or do is a reflection of them, not you, lead with curiosity instead of defensiveness, give yourself grace, choose to keep relationships strong.

3. Don't Make Assumptions – Ask questions, seek to understand, communicate directly, assume positive intent, but use facts and evidence, choose meaningful conversations over silent stories (that you tell yourself).

4. Always Do Your Best – Your best will look different each day, show up ready to learn, grow, and take initiative, embrace challenges and try new things, contribute to something bigger than yourself.

Over the next few weeks, I want to invite our students and families to join our staff in taking a closer look at each agreement and consider how these simple ideas can strengthen our school community.

Today (November 13) is World Kindness Day, which makes it the perfect time to begin with the first agreement: Be Impeccable with Your Word.

At its core, this agreement means speaking with integrity. Say what you mean. Avoid gossip, negativity, and hurtful words. Use your voice to build trust, encourage others, and make a positive difference.

Research consistently shows that the students who are the most popular and well-liked are not necessarily the most out-going, most talented, or most athletic. In fact, there was one specific trait that these students all had in common--they had the longest list of OTHER students who THEY liked. They are the students who make others feel seen, valued, and welcomed. Kindness has a way of breaking down walls and bringing people together.

One of our 9th grade students, Millie Ingram, demonstrates this beautifully. Nearly every time I see her, she calls me by name, tells me hello, and offers a genuine, enthusiastic, and kind compliment. It is never forced. She simply takes the time to notice something positive and share it. To some, this gesture may seem small, but to the recipient it has a powerful impact. A kind word can brighten someone's day, boost confidence, and remind people that they matter.

Being impeccable with our words does not mean always avoiding difficult conversations or pretending everything is perfect. Sometimes honesty requires us to say things that may be hard to hear. The challenge is learning to speak truth with respect. We can be direct without being hurtful. We can disagree without being unkind. We can hold high expectations while still treating one another with dignity.

As we celebrate World Kindness Day, I encourage all of us, students, staff, and families alike, to consider the impact of our words this week. Before speaking, ask yourself:

• Is it true?
• Is it necessary?
• Is it kind?
• Will it help build someone up?

Let's make SJHS a place where our words reflect the best of who we are and where kindness is not just something we recognize one day each year, but something we practice every day.

With appreciation,

Mrs. Mo

To reduce excessive hall passes and protect valuable instructional time, SJHS has made adjustments to our student hall pass procedures.

Students are expected to be in class, seated, and ready to learn when the bell rings. They should take care of restroom breaks, water, and other personal needs during passing periods. Student-requested hall passes will not be available during the first 10 minutes of class. Students are expected to remain in class during this time and wait until the restriction has ended before requesting a hall pass.

Exceptions will be made for genuine emergencies, such as sudden illness, urgent restroom needs, medical concerns, or situations requiring immediate assistance. Teachers will still be able to issue passes when these situations arise.

Our goal is simple: Less time in the hallways, more time in the classroom! We appreciate your support in reinforcing these expectations with your students.

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Mr. Johnson is working with Seniors during their English class the first Thursday of each month. We are working again this year with Grow Arizona, who will be here every Thursday to support students in completing their ECAP graduation requirement, supporting students with FAFSA, scholarship applications, and other career and college opportunities.

For more information or to apply, scan the QR code or visit https://www.darrinreedfoundation.org

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships

Is your child struggling with school attendance, screens and social media, or big emotions? St. Johns Unified District⁠ has partnered with Cartwheel to offer families extra support. If you would like to learn more or ask for help, you can reach out directly here: https://www.cartwheel.org/district/st-johns-unified-district

• Friday, November 13 - Saturday, November 14 in Snowflake

• Monday, November 16 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in Mrs. Johnson's Classroom

• Monday, November 9 - 12:00 - 12:30PM in the Library

• Tuesday, November 17 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in the Library

• Wednesday, November 18 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in the Career Center

• Wednesday, November 18 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in the Library

• Thursday, November 19 - 12:00 - 12:30PM in the Library

• Thursday, November 12 - all day in the Career Center

• Thursday, November 19 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in Mrs. Hitchock's Ag Classroom

• Thursday, November 12 - 12:00 - 12:30PM in Mr. Wareing's Autos Classroom

• Thursday, November 12 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM in the Career Center
• STAND (Students Taking A New Direction) - Come and learn about this new program being offered with Apache County. Anyone can attend. Just bring your lunch!

• December 5 at 1:00PM (see flyer for details)
• Scan the QR to reserve a spot

• December 7 - 11 (see flyer for times)
• Scan the QR code or click the flyer for all the details and to submit your information to audition.

• November 18 - SJHS Cheer Send-off (see flyer below)
• November 20 - 21 - Spiritline at AIA Spiritlines Game Day Championship

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