STAAR Testing

JJHS students will be taking the STAAR test next week.  Look at the dates below to see if your child is testing on these days.

Date	Test Administered/Grade
Tuesday, April 1, 2014	5th/8th grade Math 7th grade Writing Day 1
Wednesday, April 2, 2014	5th/8th grade Reading 7th grade Writing Day 2

Testing will start during first period, and the tests will be timed.  Students will have four hours to complete each test.  Attendance is critical on testing days.  Please make every effort to ensure that your child is present on these days.  Both students and teachers have worked hard to prepare for these tests.

 

 The following are some things you can do to help your child be successful:

 

*  Make sure your child gets a good night’s rest.

*  Make sure your child’s day gets off to a good start.

*  Make sure your child arrives to school on time.

*  Make sure your child has a healthy breakfast.

*  Encourage your child to take their time and do their best.

Choice Sheets

It is hard to believe that this school year is speeding by so quickly! This week I am visiting with all 5th-7th graders to begin planning for next year.  We are going over the classes they will take.  They will be bringing home a choice sheet for parents to sign.  These are due by Friday, March 21st. 

Black History Month

Last Friday we celebrated Black History Month with our 15^th annual African American History Program.  The theme for this was “Diversity”.    This stood for Different Individuals Valuing Each other Regardless of Skin, Intellects, Talents, or Years.  We enjoyed watching 5th-8th grade choirs, Jarvis Christian College Choir, Sgt. Harris on the tribal drums, chants from NJHS students, a dance from JJHS Student Council, and a moving speech from Pastor Mark Markle.  Many students stood before their peers with speaking parts.  Several community members and teachers  were honored for their service to the students of Marion county.  The program was a great success thanks to both the students and staff at JJHS.  Check out some of the pictures below from the program.