JSC Weekly Wave

A Message from the Principal
Dear JSC Community,
This last week has been a busy one here at JSC! Our third and fourth grade students did an outstanding job completing the ELA PSSA assessments. Next week, third and fourth grade will complete Math PSSA assessments on Monday and Tuesday. Then, fourth grade (only) will complete the Science PSSA assessments on Wednesday and Thursday. Thank you all so much for making sure students are getting lots of rest, especially the nights before testing!
Did you know that Teacher Appreciation Week is Monday, May 6th through Friday, May 10th? At JSC we celebrate not just our teachers, but all of our staff. We are extremely fortunate to have such kind, compassionate staff members who tirelessly support our students each and every day! Be sure to check out the 'Teacher / Staff Appreciation Activities' ideas listed in this newsletter. We hope you will consider participating in these little tokens of gratitude that mean the world to our staff. After all, it's the little things in life that bring the most joy!
The last month of school is always a whirlwind of events! Please continue to stress the importance of following JSC's PRIDE rules with your children, so no one misses out on any of the fun-filled learning activities! Have a wonderful weekend and Roll Tide!
Your partner in education,
Ms. Kerri Lubinsky
Principal
John S. Clarke Elementary Center
JSC News and Upcoming Events
Important Dates in May / June
Mark your calendar for some important dates in the months of May and June! (More information will follow as dates become closer.)
Friday, May 17th - PASD Art Show and JSC PTO Basket Raffle (Shop and Drop) at JSC.
Saturday, May 18th - JSC PTO Basket Raffle at JSC Gym.
Tuesday, May 21st - 4th Grade Show / Family Night at PAHS
Friday, May 24th - Holiday Early Dismissal
Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day (No School)
Friday, May 31st - 3rd and 4th grade Dance (6PM to 8PM)
Monday, June 3rd - JSC Fun Day for students
Wednesday, June 5th - Last Day of School for Students
Teacher / Staff Appreciation Week May 6th through May 10th
Help honor our AMAZING teachers and staff at JSC during Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! Here are some simple (and optional) ways to express gratitude.
PTO Updates
Basket Raffle
You won't want to miss JSC PTO's Basket Raffle!
Friday, May 17th - Shop and Drop (Same night as the PASD Art Show) from 4PM to 9PM.
Saturday, May 18th - 9AM to 5PM (Winners will be pulled at 5PM)
Sunday, May 19th - Prize pickup 8AM to 12PM
Please contact JSC PTO with any questions, at: johnsclarkepto@gmail.com
Thank you for your support! All proceeds from PTO fundraisers go directly to JSC students!
3rd and 4th Grade Dance
Back by popular demand! On Friday, May 31st, JSC PTO and PBIS will sponsor the second annual end of year dance for third and fourth grade students! This year's theme is 'Glowing into Summer!' Please note this is an after school event from 6M to 8PM and is for 3rd and 4th grade students only.
๐JSC TIDE PRIDE ๐
2nd Grade Field Trip to Crystal Cave
Second grade students made us feel C-Tide PRIDE by demonstrating positive behaviors during their field trip to Crystal Cave last week!
1st Grade Field Trip to Jersey Acres and Sweet Arrow Lake
Students in 1st grade enjoyed their trip to Jersey Acres Farm and Sweet Arrow Lake County Park!
Miss Nagle's Classroom 'Beach Day'
Miss Nagle's third grade class worked together to earn a 'Beach Day' by exhibiting positive behaviors throughout the month of April. Their classroom was transformed into a beach! What a creative way to incorporate fun into learning!
The BRAIN Show
On Monday, April 22nd, JSC PBIS sponsored The Brain Show! The Brain Show is real live quiz-style game show assembly where students are selected as contestants. The teams work together to solve problems and answer questions in the areas of math, science, and current events. Teachers and staff even had the chance to get in on the fun!
Community Connections
PAHS Majorette Camp SIGN UP April 29th and 30th
PAHS Majorette Camp will take place on Sunday, May 19th, 2024 from 8AM to 12PM. Be sure to register on April 29th or April 30th.
๐ Weekly Shout-Outs๐
This week's Shout-Out winner is:
Sloan Chivinski
Shout-out winner should report to the main office to choose a prize! Thanks to all who shared a shout-out! Keep spreading those positive vibes!
Shout Outs
Help us celebrate our amazing JSC community by giving a out shout out (which will be posted in next week's newsletter AND read aloud on JSC's Morning Splash). Don't forget to add your child's name for a chance to win a prize at school!
Shout Outs
Kash Zerbe - Keep up the good work! Your brother, sister and I are proud of you!
Alexia Greene I'm so proud of you every day , you are doing an amazing job in school and at home. Love, Mom
Sloan Chivinski - Sloan, keep up the great work! We are so proud of you! Love, Mommy and Daddy
Noor Raafat - Mum & Dad are proud of you. Keep up your hard work!
Miss Lubinsky - For being so supportive and being a great leader. We are so lucky to have you as principal. Your excitement and wonderful personality are so refreshing. Thank you again!
Lillian Slifko - Lilly, youโre doing so awesome in school, and loving it! Weโre so proud of you! Love, mommy & daddy!
Cameron Barnes - We are so very proud of the progress you are making this year! You are becoming such a smart amazing young man we love you and keep up all your hard work!
Olivia Hyreno - Olivia we are very proud of your transition into a new school this year! You are doing amazing keep up the great work we love you!
Madison Morgan - I'm so proud of you. Everyday You do your best! Your so smart, funny, and respectful. Keep being you and always making me proud. Love always Mommy
Carsyn Seifrit - Happy 6th Birthday, Carsyn! I am so incredibly proud of the young man you are becoming. Keep up the great work in school. You make me SO proud each and every day! Love you bunches. Love, Mom!
Hayden Bernetskie - Keep up the awesome work Lou! Your family is so proud of all you have accomplished! We all love you! Dad and Rosie
Miss Nagle - Thank you for making the classroom fun! Your students adore you!
Ms. Schuebel - Thank you for always being there to support and cheer on our students!
3rd and 4th Grade Students - Shouting out to all JSC students in 3rd and 4th grade! You all ROCKED the PSSA ELA tests! Keep up the excellent work for math and science! You got this! From Ms. Lubinsky, Mr. Sabol, and Mrs. Saunders
Miss Moore - Ms. Moore, Thank you for the hard work and creativity that you put into The Morning Splash! You turned it into the greatest elementary news show!
JSC Resources
JSC School Tours for New and Prospective Families
Are you new to JSC? Come to our main office door on Wednesdays at 4PM for a building tour! Please contact JSC office to notify us that you are coming. (570)621-2945