The Patriot Post
September 18, 2026
School Picture Day(s)
School Picture Day(s) is next week! School Picture Day is on Wednesday, September 23rd OR Thursday, September 24th. All students will have their school pictures taken during their Science class. Please check your students schedule to confirm when they have picture day. Science classes will go as follow:
On the 23rd: - Ms. Jazdzewski, Ms. Macdonald, Ms. Fritz
On the 24th: - Mr. Freund, Mr. Dehnel, Ms. Dakins,
Pre-order today on mylifetouch.com. Create an account or login with your Picture Day ID: EVTN2MR8T. Students received brochures/envelopes on their first day of school.
School Picture Retake Day is on October 22nd.
Any questions regarding school pictures, please call Lifetouch at 1-800-926-8274.
PJ Band Department Update
The PJ fall band concert date (originally scheduled for Thursday, October 29th) will now be held on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m
🎵🎼🎷🎺🥁🎶
Caffeine Pouch Notice
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,
We are writing to share an important policy reminder regarding caffeine pouches (such as Grinds, Java Chews, or similar products).
Caffeine pouches are strictly prohibited during school hours for two key reasons:
District Caffeine Policy: School policy does not permit caffeine drinks or high-caffeine products on campus.
Prohibited "Look-Alike" Items: These pouches closely resemble regulated products like oral nicotine, tobacco, or drug paraphernalia. Under school policy, students must not bring any item that violates school rules or causes a disruption to the learning environment. Prohibited items include stolen goods, weapons and lookalike weapons, vaping devices, drug paraphernalia, and other illegal items or lookalikes.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping these products at home so we can maintain a safe, healthy, and focused environment for all students. Please reach out to the school administration if you have any questions.
Next Week's Learning Center Lesson
Next week's Learning Center Lesson will focus on key platforms and grading methods such as navigating the PJ's website, using Schoology & Skyward, and understanding formative and summative assessments.
Students have direct access to weekly lesson slides in Schoology inside the Learning Center course.
Special Sports Program
Open to students with a documented disability & IEP - inclusive sports! Sports offered:
Track & Field 🏃
Cornhole 🟡
Bowling 🎳
Snowshoeing ⛄
Basketball / Basketball Skills ⛹🏻♀️
Swimming 🏊🏻♂️
Bocce Ball 🔵
Register online at portals.specialolympics.org
Use Agency # 2-14 | Medical on file required
Contact: Tina Chevalier-Laube, Special Sports Coordinator - tlaube@pointschools.net
In the Digital Age
Supporting Students Mental Health and Attendance at School
This session will explore the direct connection between regular school attendance and student achievement, along with behavioral data trends across our schools. It will take place on Wednesday, September 23, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the SPASH Library. It is FREE and open to all community members and SPAPSD families.
Washington D.C. Trip 2027
Attention 9th Grade Students! March 11th - 16th, 2027, the P.J. Jacobs Freshman have the opportunity to tour historic sites on the East Coast showcasing our nation’s heritage. They will spend six days in Philadelphia, Washington D.C., & Historic Virginia
Fall Meeting, Wednesday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m. in the P.J. Jacobs Cafeteria. This meeting is only for interested students that have NOT signed up for the trip.
We have 42 people attending at the moment, once we reach 50 we will begin a waitlist for a possible second bus. We need 70 total to schedule two buses. Spots are filling quickly!
Trip Information & Registration Process: LINK
Current Itinerary for OUR Trip: LINK
Registration is open and accepting interested students. The 2027 tour, the 52nd year of this event, will be chaperoned by Mr. Fink & other staff members If you have questions you may contact Mr. Fink at dfink@pointschools.net
Student Accident Insurance
Because medical costs can be expensive, Stevens Point Area School District does provide families the opportunity to purchase student accident insurance for their student through Student Assurance Services, Inc.
This supplemental policy would assist with your out-of-pocket medical expenses (i.e., deductible) should your student sustain an accidental injury while coverage is in effect. Also, if you do not have any insurance on your student, this would be primary for accidental injuries. There is a variety of coverage options, and premiums are a one-time payment for the school year. Parents / Guardians can enroll students at any time during the policy period.
Please review the short video link below and the linked forms regarding student accident insurance.
Information is available on the District Website. It can be found under either Departments > Business Services > Student Accident Insurance or Family Resources > Key Information for Families > Student Accident Insurance.
Families may enroll online at www.sas-mn.com.
If you have any questions about this coverage, please contact Student Assurance Services directly at (800) 328-2739.
Fellowship of Christian Students
Fellowship of Christian Students Launches on Thursday September 24th at 7:10 AM in the library.
This club is a voluntary non-district sponsored student led group.
Yearbook Orders
Now is the time to order your Jostens Yearbook for the 2026-2027 school year! Order before September 18, 2026 to get the best price. Yearbooks are $32. After September 18 the price increases to $38.
To order the yearbook, go to www.jostens.com. Enter PJJacobs into the search bar or use code 1116231 to find PJ's and order your yearbook or use the QR code above. If you have any questions about ordering, please contact Mrs. Cronce at tcronce@pointschools.net
Upcoming Events
September 23: Picture Day - 7:40 AM - 2:55 PM - Library during Science Class
September 24: Picture Day - 7:40 AM - 2:55 PM - Library during Science Class
September 25: Professional Development Day - No School
October 09: SPASH Homecoming
October 23: Professional Development Day - No School
October 30: No School
Athletic Calendars
Thank you for reading! We'll see you next week!
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P.J. Jacobs Junior High School
Website: https://pjjacobs.pointschools.net/
Location: 2400 Main Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481
Phone: 715-345-5422
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PJJacobsJuniorHigh
Parent Partner Information
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Hmong Contact
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Spanish Contact
Si necesita ayuda traduciendo información que se encuentra en el correo electrónico, por favor, contacte a Soleyl Delgado al correo sdelgado@pointschools.net o llame al 715-498-1976.