Jasper Middle School
Weekly Parent Newsletter
This Week at JMS
Monday, Aug. 11
Everyday Selects - Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Hot Dog on Bun
Fast Takes - Crispy Chicken Wrap and Ham & Cheese Wrap, Parfait
Global Flavors - B4L: Pancakes or Waffles, Sausage Links, Scrambled Eggs, Tater Tots
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Meet the Teacher Night - 6:00PM - Bring your child's schedule
Everyday Selects - Cheese, Pepperoni, Buffalo Chicken Pizza or Pasta with Marinara and Meatballs
Fast Takes - Blazing Chicken Salad, Buffalo Chicken Salad, Parfait
Global Flavors - Korean BBQ, Teriyaki Chicken, Flour Tortilla, Spicy Asian Vegetable Blend
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Everyday Selects - Made to Order Nachos
Fast Takes - Crispy Chicken Wrap and Ham & Cheese Wrap, Parfait
Global Flavors - Cheese Calzone, Pepperoni Calzone, Parmesan Green Beans
Thursday, Aug. 14
Everyday Selects - Cheese, Pepperoni, Meatlover's Pizza or Stuffed Breadsticks
Fast Takes - Blazing Chicken Salad, Buffalo Chicken Salad, Parfait
Global Flavors - Beef Taco, Mexican Chicken, Cilantro Lime Rice, Refried Beans
Friday, Aug. 15
Everyday Selects - Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Chili Dog
Fast Takes - Variety of Boxes, Salads, Subs & Wraps
Global Flavors - Greek Meatball Flatbread, Three Cheese Flatbread, Roasted Broccoli
Upcoming Important Dates
Aug. 12, 2025 Meet the Teacher Night
Aug. 26-28, 2025 School Pictures
Sept. 1, 2025 Labor Day - No School
Sept. 24, 2025 Professional Development Day - No School
Sept. 24, 2025 Parent - Teacher Conferences 5:30-8:30
Oct. 1, 2025 Parent - Teacher Conferences 5:30-8:30
Oct. 10, 2025 End of 1st Quarter
Oct. 20-24, 2025 Fall Break - No School
Nov. 26-28, 2025 Thanksgiving Break - No School
Dec. 23, 2025 End of 2nd Quarter
Jan. 5, 2026 School Resumes
Jan. 19, 2026 MLK Day - Snow Make-up Day
Feb. 4, 2026 Professional Development Day - No School
Feb. 16, 2026 President's Day - Snow Make-up Day
Mar. 6, 2026 End of 3rd Quarter
Mar. 23-27, 2026 Spring Break - No School
Apr. 3, 2026 Good Friday - No School
Apr. 6, 2026 Snow Make-up Day - No School
May 20, 2026 JMS Achievement Night (Tentative)
May 21, 2026 End of 4th Quarter
May 22, 2026 JHS Commencement
Office Information
Meet The Teacher Night
This will take place at 6PM on Tuesday, Aug. 12. Parents can enter through Door 14 on the north side of JMS. We will do introductions and have a brief presentation in the auditorium and then follow student schedules for 5 minute classes and 5 minute passing periods. Teachers will have brief presentations to share to give you insight into their classes. There will not be time for individual conferences during this time. There will be time for those on Sept. 24 and Oct. 1. Students do not need to attend this evening event, but please bring their schedule with you so you know where to go each period.
Reminders
Car Line - Be sure to follow the established traffic pattern while picking up or dropping off students. Pull as far forward as possible before loading or unloading students to make the process more efficient. DO NOT park in the lot to pick up or drop off without permission. This leads to safety concerns.
School Fees - Textbooks are free, but there are other associated fees for the school year. Please be sure to pay these ASAP.
Lunch Money - Can be turned into the office any morning. Please put it in an envelope with the student's name on the outside.
Registration - If you have not completed the Registration process, please do so ASAP. Individuals that have incomplete forms will be contacted next week.
Dubois County Health Department
Will be hosting an HPV Clinic at JMS on Sept. 18. Click on the links below to register. Required vaccinations are also listed below.
English
https://form.jotform.com/251034826806153
Spanish
ParentGuidance.org
Children don’t need perfection, they need connection! Parent Coaching is a FREE resource provided by our school district and Parent Guidance that connects you to regularly scheduled meetings with a coach, as well as content created by therapists. Parent Guidance is here to support you throughout the year with Parent Coaching. Click here to register for ongoing support from a coach: https://cookcenter.info/coaching
Los niños no necesitan perfección, ¡necesitan conexión! La Asesoría para Padres es un recurso GRATUITO ofrecido por nuestro distrito escolar y Parent Guidance que lo conecta con reuniones programadas regularmente con un asesor, así como con contenido creado por terapeutas. Parent Guidance está aquí para apoyarle durante todo el año con La Asesoría para Padres. Haga clic aquí para registrarse para el apoyo continuo de un asesor: https://parentguidance.org/es/school-coaching/
Teacher Information
The Social Institute
You recently received an email explaining our new partnership with the Social Institute. It contained information about the partnership as well as directions on how to register. This program comes with many resources that JMS will be sharing with families. Here is information regarding one of those resources:
Dear Families,
The Social Institute Playbooks equip students to #WinAtSocial by explaining how to use platforms for good — in language that relates to both adults and teens. All content within each Playbook is inspired by The Social Institute's conversations with students across the country and TSI's daily research on the latest tech trends and updates. Save time by skimming the latest and greatest tech updates, positive examples, and privacy tips – all in one place!
Our school believes that the Apple Devices playbook is relevant to your student(s) and family. Please take a moment to review this content in either English or Spanish, so that we can work together to help students make high-character decisions while using their apps and devices.
If you have not yet registered for the Social Toolkit, please go here and use our code (4be2A342C3C78D) to get started!
Extra-Curricular Activities
Optimist Club of Jasper Youth Bowling
Dance Central Academy