JCMS Weekly Update October 9-13

from Jennifer Kendall, Principal

School picture order deadline has been extended through Thursday, October 12.

Help Needed

Interested in serving as our math team coach?

Compete in 5 district buzzer meets with other middle schools
Host 2 weekly practices before and/or after school (can also be a combination of)
Saturday morning competition in February at UK for regional competition
having at least 10 members is encouraged

Questions? Please contact Ms. Richardson

School Safety

Student Badges

This is just a reminder that students must have their ID badges on their person every day while at school. Student ID badges are a state mandated requirement for students in middle and high schools.

Reminders for after school events that do not begin at general dismissal

Students must go home prior to the event.
No re-entry. If a student leaves the event, they are not allowed to return.
No large purses, bags, or backpacks. Any large bags are subject to search upon arrival.
No food or drink in the gym.

We encourage student attendance at our games because they are what make the atmosphere great! Our job is to provide a safe space for them.

We have received complaints from Burger King and Marathon regarding the loitering and the behavior of our students after school prior to an athletic event.

The end of the 9 week quarter is October 20, 2023.

Academic Information

Homework have you down?

We encourage students to attend ESS (schedule below) to get some individualized help if they are having difficulty or would like a quiet place to work and ask questions. Parents please reach out to your child's teachers if you have concerns.

Extra Curricular Information

The Color Run 23 is in the books!

Our students raised $13,185 for our PTSA surpassing the goal of $10,000. Thank you to all who contributed their time and or money on behalf of our school!

Also, a special thank you to Lynette Crist for coordinating the monster event! Everything ran smoothly all day - even the weather 🙂.

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Clubs

Interested in serving as our math team coach?

Compete in 5 district buzzer meets with other middle schools
Host 2 weekly practices before and/or after school (can also be a combination of)
Saturday morning competition in February at UK for regional competition
having at least 10 members is encouraged

Questions? Please contact Ms. Richardson

Anime Club will begin in January

Questions? Please contact Ms. Peterson

FCCLA

Final day to pay dues and join FCCLA is Friday, September 29

Next Chapter Meeting: Thursday, October 12 (General Dismissal - 5:30pm) Rm. 506

Questions? Please contact Ms. Moffett

Hobby Club (formerly Photography Club)

Dates:

Oct. 11 & 25, November 8 & 29, December 13

General Dismissal - 5:15pm in the library

Questions? Please contact Mr. Young

Eagle Elite

Starting after fall break! This club is a leadership opportunity for students at JCMS and is a chance to help our school and the community. Members will assist with activities such as Dance Blue and the Food Drive. Applications will be open October 11th through October 15th.

Questions? Please contact Ms. Merrick (room 325) or Ms. Amolsch (room 416)

Girls Who Game

Students will become leaders as they use hands-on gaming to learn more about STEM fields.

Learn and play in Minecraft
Connect and collaborate with other girls to solve a problem
Build confidence, leadership and communication skills
Submit your product for local and global competition
Have an amazing time!

Starts October 12

Meets every Thursday, 4:15 - 5:15pm

Maximum of 20 students (permission slip required to sign up)

Open to girls and allies, regardless of gender.

Questions? Please contact Ms. April Thomas or Ms. Lovely

Intramurals

Intramurals are open to all Jessie Clark students and take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 7:45am to 8:40am. Each month we will play a different sport and students get to pick their own teams. This is a great opportunity for students to get daily physical activity and engage in lifelong fitness activities with their peers prior to school starting.

Questions? Please contact Coach Robert Ford

This Week in Athletics

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Athletics Updates:

CONGRATULATIONS to both our boys and girls cross country teams on winning the FCPS city championship!
Boys Basketball Tryouts will take place on the dates listed below. ALL students must have an up to date KHSAA sports physical to participate.

12/11 - 6th Grade 4:00 - 6:00pm
12/12 - 7th Grade 4:00 - 6:00pm
12/13 - 8th Grade 4:00 - 6:00pm

Monday:

Cross Country Practice (4:15 - 5:30pm) track

Football Practice (4:29-6:31pm) field

Cheer Practice (4:30 - 6:00pm) gym

Boys Lacrosse Interest Meeting (7:00 - 8:00pm) cafe

Tuesday:

Cross Country Practice (4:15 - 5:30pm) track

Football Practice (4:29-6:31pm) field

Wednesday:

Intramural Ultimate Frisbee (7:45 - 8:30am) gym

Football Practice (4:29 - 6:31pm) field

Cheer Practice (4:30 - 6:00pm) gym