HomeBRIDGE

Meet HomeBRIDGE Advisory Teachers, Principal, and staff. Snacks will be available. Learn how about allotments and how to submit reimbursement requests. Did you know the home internet and gym memberships are reimbursable; there are limitations, learn how to submit these. Tips will help move all your requests through the system faster.

When: TONIGHT, Sept 23 - 5:30 - 6:30pm

Where: TMMS Library / HomeBRIDGE Office (Room D-215, TMMS)

Tenth grade students are welcome to take the PSAT test at JDHS on October 7. Students should be at the school by 9:00am. Because this test is free for sophomores, all students have been added to the list, meaning if you are interested in taking the test, just show up! Be prepared and rested. Watch the JD blackboard for more info on Friday.

When: Wednesday, October 7, be there by 9:00am

Where: JDHS

Test schedule info here

Fourth and fifth grade students will have the opportunity to participate in Learn to Swim alongside other JSD students in grades 4 & 5 from Juneau Community Charter School.

Dates: Tuesdays - Fridays, September 29 - October 9

Times: 1:00 - 1:40 pm

Where: Dimond Park Pool, 3045 Dimond Park Loop

Advisory Teacher, Tara Kulbeth will be supervising and in attendance with HomeBRIDGE students during the swimming lessons.

Please fill out the permission slip and return it to HomeBRIDGE by September 25

Link to permission slip here.

Earn college credit while still in high school! The University of Alaska (UAS) is sponsoring a dual enrollment info night. This workshop is designed to help you explore your interests, help you access resources, learn how to earn a Certificate or O.E. before you graduate and more. The University of Alaska is a HB vendor and courses costs can be deducted from allotments. Course credits also count toward your hight school diploma. Spring registration is approaching quickly; attend this session to help jump start your university journey.

When: Tuesday, October 13, 5:30 - 6:30pm

Where: On Zoom! (link is no the info sheet)

Info is here

Questions: Jessica Dean (jedean@alaska.edu)

Don’t miss this exciting hands-on marine science experience for students grades 2 through 6 at DIPAC! During the visit students will participate in salmon dissection and exploration of aquariums and touch tanks. Students in grades 4 - 6 will have the opportunity to participate directly in the dissection, while grades 2 - 3 will observe and learn alongside their older peers.

Families must attend with their student for this special learning opportunity. This is a wonderful chance for students and families to explore marine life, ask questions, and experience hands-on science together!

We hope your family can join us for this exciting educational opportunity at DIPAC! Sign ups will be sent out next month.

Date: October 29

Time: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

The second HomeBRIDGE site council meeting of the school year is this Monday at 5:00pm. Join fellow families and HB staff to help shape the direction of HomeBRIDGE. Meetings are the last Monday of the month at 5:00pm in the HB office, Room D-215 at TMMS.

Join the Juneau School District and the HomeBRIDGE Site Council at JSD's annual Site Council Workshop. Families are welcome to attend this workshop; childcare will be provided.

When: Wednesday, September 30, 5:00 - 7:00pm

Where: TMMS Library

Info link here

Parents of students that are enrolled both in HB and JDHS are now be able to see courses in PowerSchool for both schools in the app. Using the PowerSchool online portal is still an option. (If you turn your phone sideways it’s a bit easier)

The PowerSchool portal can be accessed from a link that is on each the JSD and the HomeBRIIDGE homepages. It is also here.

Learn basic boat maintenance. UAS is offering this class: introduction to outboard systems that need maintenance and upkeep for efficient operation--covers ignition, carburetion, power head, and lower unit systems, with an emphasis on preventative maintenance.

October 16, 17, 18.

Information link here.

Montessori School is extending a welcome to middle school students interested in playing basketball. The season runs from October 5 - through December 6 and practice is Mondays through Thursdays at the Dzantik'i Heeni Campus. There will be a tournament at the end of the season.

When: Mondays through Thursdays, October 5 - December 6 : 3:00 - 4:15pm

Where: Dzantik'i Heeni Campus

Info link here

Sign up/express interest here.

The Juneau Symphony is opening its season with a celebration of some of TV's most beloved music. From adventure and mystery to comedy and triumph, these iconic melodies remind us of music's unique ability to transport us to memorable moments. This is a fun concert to introduce kids to live symphony music. Use the promo code "student" for a student free ticket.

When: Saturday, October 3 at 7:30pm and Sunday, October 4 at 3:00pm

Where: JDHS Auditorium

Information is here.

The Prelude Orchestra is for students who have been playing violin, viola, cello, or bass for at least two years. This is fun group of musicians with a "goofy" teacher. The orchestra meets once a week for an hour of fun, music, and friends.

When: Mondays 6:00 - 7:00pm

Where: Kaxdigoowu Héen Elementary

Information is here

Looking for something great to read or listen to? Sora is a free digital reading app available through the Juneau School District that gives students access to ebooks and audiobooks. Download the Sora app. Find the Juneau School District. Enter student log-in information. Here is the Sora link.

High School retakes at JDHS are September 29 starting at 7:30am

Middle School retakes at TMMS are September 30 starting at 9:00am

HomeBRIDGE code is 0544DYA

Registration for Eaglecrest Homeschool Lesson Program is available 8/26/26 through 12/4/26.

This is a 10 week lesson program - your choice of Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.

Lesson times are 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Students registered by Friday, December 4 can either pay in advance or have Eaglecrest invoice HomeBRIDGE directly. Funds will be deducted from the student's allotment.

Details are here.

Registration here.

Thursday, September 24 through Saturday, September 26 (and Oct 1-3 and Oct 8-10) at 7:30pm

Theatre in the Rough play: The Revolutionists : McPheters Hall

Marie Drake Planetarium presents: various events

Saturday, October 3 at 7:30pm & Sunday, October 4 at 3:00pm

Juneau Symphony TV Classics Concert : JDHS

Various days and times: Historic Walking Tours

Current exhibits: Critter Trek and Slow Beauty

Tours of the AK State Capitol Building: Weekdays 1:30pm and 3:00pm (Free)

Exhibits:

Raven Comes Full Circle: Ends October 17

Alaska Positive Exhibit: Ends December 30

The Spirit of Independence: Ends December 31

Every Friday: Noon Organ Concerts: 12:00 - 1:00pm

Wednesday, September 30 - Season Pass Tier I pricing ends (Eaglecrest is a HB Vendor)

HomeBRIDGE Site Council meetings are the fourth Monday of the month (with exceptions for holidays)

Meetings are at 5:00pm in the HB office - Room D215 at TMMS

Next Meeting: September 28

Upcoming meetings:

October 26

November 23

January 25

February 22

March 29 * (to accommodate spring break)

April 26

May 24

If your student is not registered in Brightways for the 26-27 school year and the JSD re-enrollment filled out, your student's allotment cannot be used.

If your student leaves HomeBRIDGE prior to the end of October, the family is responsible for repaying any allotment charges.

Contact Leslie with questions.