Read Across America Week: Feb. 29 - March 4, 2016
Monday - Mustache Monday - The Lorax- Wear a mustache and/or dress like the Lorax (or a truffula tree, or other character?)
Tuesday - Sock Hop - Fox in Socks; The Foot Book - Wear crazy socks; Have Sock Hop at PE?
Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday/STEM Day - Wacky Wednesday, Mismatched, inside-out, crazy hair, etc.
Thursday - Character Day (or Hat or Twin Day) - The Cat in the Hat - Dress as a favorite Seuss character or "twin it" with someone else.
Friday - PJ Day/Happy Birthday - I am Not Going to Get Up Today; The Sleep Book - Wear Pajamas, celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with cupcakes? Or if pajamas are not your thing use the book You're Only Old Once and dress like an old person and celebrate with cake or cupcakes.
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Ready for a Fabulous February
We just finished up a great January with Pennies for Patients. JES students collected $1,643.54 to help fight childhood cancer for St. Jude Children's Hospital. Tuesday, we began our Cookie Dough Sale. Please check with any JES student to order Otis Spunkmeyer cookie dough. The sale ends Tuesday, February 16.
On Thursday morning, February 4, JES will celebrate the Walk of Champions Parade. Over 110 students achieved significant gains with Winter Performance Series Testing. Seventy-one students increased scores by 200 points, 21 students saw a 300 point jump, 14 students are in the 400 point club, and two students increased their overall score by 500 points. Congratulations to these students and special thanks to Instructional Coach, Kandye Jones for organizing this effort.
Also on Thursday, February 4, we will conduct a Standards Based Report Card Parent Meeting starting at 6:00 p.m. in the lunchroom. We will have a brief discussion about the standards and retention. Parents will then visit grade level classrooms to learn more about specific standards.
On February 9, 5th grade students will participate in a TVA Water Study. This STEM project focuses on monitoring water quality. On Thursday, Feb. 11, the PTO will conduct our annual Literacy/Math Night. We will have special activities in the gym, lunchroom, and library. The fun begins at 6:00 p.m.
The 3rd 9 Weeks Progress Reports go home Friday, February 12. School will be closed Monday, February 15 for President's Day. Limestone County Schools will also have a 1/2 Day for students on Wednesday, February 24.
February will be another exciting month. To stay up-to-date with the latest news, follow us on Twitter and Face Book. Thanks again for your support. Have a great February.
We just finished up a great January with Pennies for Patients. JES students collected $1,643.54 to help fight childhood cancer for St. Jude Children's Hospital. Tuesday, we began our Cookie Dough Sale. Please check with any JES student to order Otis Spunkmeyer cookie dough. The sale ends Tuesday, February 16.
On Thursday morning, February 4, JES will celebrate the Walk of Champions Parade. Over 110 students achieved significant gains with Winter Performance Series Testing. Seventy-one students increased scores by 200 points, 21 students saw a 300 point jump, 14 students are in the 400 point club, and two students increased their overall score by 500 points. Congratulations to these students and special thanks to Instructional Coach, Kandye Jones for organizing this effort.
Also on Thursday, February 4, we will conduct a Standards Based Report Card Parent Meeting starting at 6:00 p.m. in the lunchroom. We will have a brief discussion about the standards and retention. Parents will then visit grade level classrooms to learn more about specific standards.
On February 9, 5th grade students will participate in a TVA Water Study. This STEM project focuses on monitoring water quality. On Thursday, Feb. 11, the PTO will conduct our annual Literacy/Math Night. We will have special activities in the gym, lunchroom, and library. The fun begins at 6:00 p.m.
The 3rd 9 Weeks Progress Reports go home Friday, February 12. School will be closed Monday, February 15 for President's Day. Limestone County Schools will also have a 1/2 Day for students on Wednesday, February 24.
February will be another exciting month. To stay up-to-date with the latest news, follow us on Twitter and Face Book. Thanks again for your support. Have a great February.
Monday, January 11, 2016
JES: Preparing Students to Be College and Career Ready
Welcome to 2016! We are excited about the new semester and have planned lots of fun learning opportunities and new projects. On Monday, January 11, JES kicked off our annual Pennies for Patients campaign to benefit childhood cancer research at St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis. We encourage all students to donate any extra change during the month of January. Last year, JES raised over $2,400.00 and plan to raise even more this year. Tuesday, Jan. 12 is the JES Spelling Bee. Friday, January 15 is Awards Day for 1st Semester. We will also recognize the bicycle winners for perfect attendance for the 2nd 9 Weeks grading period.
On Thursday, January 21, we will have our yearly Standards Based Report Card Parent meeting to explain the standards for K-2nd. We will also identify standards all students must meet to move to the next grade level. Meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. in the lunchroom. JES will also begin Jump Rope for Heart to benefit the American Heart Association on Friday, January 22. We are also happy to announce that all 3rd grade students will participate in violin lessons provided by the Huntsville Symphony and Orchestra. This program is provided by a special grant for all Limestone County Schools.
Finally, this week we are beginning preparations for our Spring Science Fair. The fair is optional for K-2nd graders, but all 3rd - 5th graders are required to plan and complete a project involving Space Exploration. Also, all 3rd - 5th graders will be assigned a partner. The two top project teams will receive a full scholarship to Space Camp in Huntsville during the summer of 2016. The Science Fair will be held in mid-April. January is going to be great at JES. Thanks for your support!
Welcome to 2016! We are excited about the new semester and have planned lots of fun learning opportunities and new projects. On Monday, January 11, JES kicked off our annual Pennies for Patients campaign to benefit childhood cancer research at St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis. We encourage all students to donate any extra change during the month of January. Last year, JES raised over $2,400.00 and plan to raise even more this year. Tuesday, Jan. 12 is the JES Spelling Bee. Friday, January 15 is Awards Day for 1st Semester. We will also recognize the bicycle winners for perfect attendance for the 2nd 9 Weeks grading period.
On Thursday, January 21, we will have our yearly Standards Based Report Card Parent meeting to explain the standards for K-2nd. We will also identify standards all students must meet to move to the next grade level. Meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. in the lunchroom. JES will also begin Jump Rope for Heart to benefit the American Heart Association on Friday, January 22. We are also happy to announce that all 3rd grade students will participate in violin lessons provided by the Huntsville Symphony and Orchestra. This program is provided by a special grant for all Limestone County Schools.
Finally, this week we are beginning preparations for our Spring Science Fair. The fair is optional for K-2nd graders, but all 3rd - 5th graders are required to plan and complete a project involving Space Exploration. Also, all 3rd - 5th graders will be assigned a partner. The two top project teams will receive a full scholarship to Space Camp in Huntsville during the summer of 2016. The Science Fair will be held in mid-April. January is going to be great at JES. Thanks for your support!
Monday, November 30, 2015
It's Starting to Look Like Christmas
After a warm fall, we are finally starting to see signs of winter. The next three weeks will be super busy as we close out the 1st semester and 2015. On Tuesday, December 1, the Ardmore High School Concert Band will host their annual Christmas Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the old gym. Admission is $5.00 per person. After an unexpected delay, 2nd 9 Weeks Progress Reports will go home, Wednesday, December 2. On Thursday, Dec. 3, the Athens Christmas Parade will begin at 6:00 p.m.followed by the Ardmore Christmas Parade next Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m.
The JES Beta Club initiation for 5th graders will be Thursday morning, December 10 at 8:30 a.m. 3rd grade students will travel to UNA in Florence to see the Christmas classic, The Nutcracker on December 11. PTO will meet on Tuesday, December 15 for our annual Christmas presentation. 1st and 2nd grade students will perform Christmas songs and all children will have a chance to get their photo made with Santa. PTO will meet in the gym starting at 6:00 p.m. Polar Express Day is Thursday, December 17. Classroom Christmas parties will be held the last day before the holiday break on Friday, December 18. The 18th is also a 1/2 day, so students will be dismissed at 11:10 a.m. sharp. Students will return for the 3rd 9 weeks on Wednesday, January 6, 2016
At JES, we have many blessing to be thankful for and are excited about new opportunities in 2016. I appreciate the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff. Teaching is a calling and the JES family strives to answer that call each day. I also appreciate the continuous support and encouragement from parents and community leaders. Johnson is a special place because our community is filled with special people always willing to help others. The JES family wishes you and yours a Merry Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year!
After a warm fall, we are finally starting to see signs of winter. The next three weeks will be super busy as we close out the 1st semester and 2015. On Tuesday, December 1, the Ardmore High School Concert Band will host their annual Christmas Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the old gym. Admission is $5.00 per person. After an unexpected delay, 2nd 9 Weeks Progress Reports will go home, Wednesday, December 2. On Thursday, Dec. 3, the Athens Christmas Parade will begin at 6:00 p.m.followed by the Ardmore Christmas Parade next Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m.
The JES Beta Club initiation for 5th graders will be Thursday morning, December 10 at 8:30 a.m. 3rd grade students will travel to UNA in Florence to see the Christmas classic, The Nutcracker on December 11. PTO will meet on Tuesday, December 15 for our annual Christmas presentation. 1st and 2nd grade students will perform Christmas songs and all children will have a chance to get their photo made with Santa. PTO will meet in the gym starting at 6:00 p.m. Polar Express Day is Thursday, December 17. Classroom Christmas parties will be held the last day before the holiday break on Friday, December 18. The 18th is also a 1/2 day, so students will be dismissed at 11:10 a.m. sharp. Students will return for the 3rd 9 weeks on Wednesday, January 6, 2016
At JES, we have many blessing to be thankful for and are excited about new opportunities in 2016. I appreciate the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff. Teaching is a calling and the JES family strives to answer that call each day. I also appreciate the continuous support and encouragement from parents and community leaders. Johnson is a special place because our community is filled with special people always willing to help others. The JES family wishes you and yours a Merry Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year!
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
JES Family and Friends,
November has been extremely busy so far and the pace will quicken as we begin the holiday season. A special thanks to the PTO and PTO Officers (Charla Harbin, Christy Gabardi, Adina Russell, and Saige Perry) for planning and hosting a successful Harvest Festival on Oct. 29. The PTO raised over $3,800. Thanks to all the volunteers and vendors for making this annual event fun and memorable for our students.
On November 10, JES students were inspired by the patriotic words of Lt. Colonel Gary DuBois during our Veteran's Day program. Twelve local veterans were recognized as 1st and 4th grade students performed patriotic songs. Thank you veterans for your service and dedication to our country. Our Veteran's Day program is a special time for our students and families.
During the week of November 16 - 20, JES will celebrate American Education Week. We invite parents and friends of Johnson to attend the district wide celebration on Monday, November 16 from 4:00 - 8:00 a.m. at the Athens-Limestone Event Center on Pryor Street next to the Veteran's Museum.
The 4th grade class will perform "America the Beautiful." JES will celebrate a local American Education Week event during our annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Friday, November 20. Please stop by the JES display near the car line entrance to see and hear about current activities at Johnson. We hope to see you at these upcoming events. Thank you for supporting our school.
November has been extremely busy so far and the pace will quicken as we begin the holiday season. A special thanks to the PTO and PTO Officers (Charla Harbin, Christy Gabardi, Adina Russell, and Saige Perry) for planning and hosting a successful Harvest Festival on Oct. 29. The PTO raised over $3,800. Thanks to all the volunteers and vendors for making this annual event fun and memorable for our students.
On November 10, JES students were inspired by the patriotic words of Lt. Colonel Gary DuBois during our Veteran's Day program. Twelve local veterans were recognized as 1st and 4th grade students performed patriotic songs. Thank you veterans for your service and dedication to our country. Our Veteran's Day program is a special time for our students and families.
During the week of November 16 - 20, JES will celebrate American Education Week. We invite parents and friends of Johnson to attend the district wide celebration on Monday, November 16 from 4:00 - 8:00 a.m. at the Athens-Limestone Event Center on Pryor Street next to the Veteran's Museum.
The 4th grade class will perform "America the Beautiful." JES will celebrate a local American Education Week event during our annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Friday, November 20. Please stop by the JES display near the car line entrance to see and hear about current activities at Johnson. We hope to see you at these upcoming events. Thank you for supporting our school.
Friday, October 2, 2015
It's Finally Fall at JES!
October is one of my favorite months. I always enjoy watching the leaves change, farmers harvesting their crops, football, cooler weather, chicken stew, and Halloween. At JES, we have a number of fun activities scheduled for October. Next week, Kindergarten students will make their traditional trip to the pumpkin patch to find that perfect pumpkin. 3rd graders will also visit Belle Mina to learn about farm safety. Everyone will enjoy a few days off during Fall Break, October 13 - 16. When we return from break, 3rd - 5th grade will hear from legendary storytellers at the annual Athens Storytelling Festival on The Square. Finally, we will close out the month with our annual PTO Harvest Festival on Thursday, October 29. This year's festival will include chicken stew, the haunted hayride, and lots of fun games and activities.
The JES PTO is also offering another exciting opportunity. In January 2016, one lucky boy or girl will win a new bicycle. To qualify for the drawing, students must have perfect attendance for the 2nd 9 weeks. Perfect attendance means no absences, no tardies, and no checkouts. The 2nd 9 weeks will begin October 19 and go through December 18. Again, we exited about the Fall and invite you to get involved with our PTO. Thanks for your support.
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Thanks for Your Support!
We've had a great week at JES. On Tuesday, September 15, a big crowd was on hand for the Monsanto check presentation during our monthly PTO meeting. Another presentation will occur at the Limestone County School board meeting on Tuesday, October 6. The $10,000 grant will allow JES to create a Project Based Learning center for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) projects in the library/media center. Earlier this morning, over 129 moms participated in Muffins for Moms to celebrate literacy and promote our Fall Book Fair. This year's book fair grossed over $8,700. We appreciate everyone's support. A special thank you to our media specialist, Mrs. Nanci Spears, Book Fair Chairperson, Mrs. Tamsen Gonzales, Instructional Coach, Kandye Jones, and numerous PTO parent volunteers.
This Friday, September 25, JES will participate in the 6th annual Playing for Preemies. Each year, Rusty and Kristen Bates continue efforts to raise funds for the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Bates' daughter was born prematurely and spent her first 52 days of life in the neonatal unit at Huntsville Hospital. On Friday, Mr. Bates along with Ardmore High School football players, cheerleaders, and marching band will visit JES for a pep rally and to Pie the Principal. All proceeds go the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund.
Great things are happening at JES. We appreciate your support and look forward to a great fall. Remember the best is yet to come. Until next week, keep climbing and Go Rebels!
We've had a great week at JES. On Tuesday, September 15, a big crowd was on hand for the Monsanto check presentation during our monthly PTO meeting. Another presentation will occur at the Limestone County School board meeting on Tuesday, October 6. The $10,000 grant will allow JES to create a Project Based Learning center for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) projects in the library/media center. Earlier this morning, over 129 moms participated in Muffins for Moms to celebrate literacy and promote our Fall Book Fair. This year's book fair grossed over $8,700. We appreciate everyone's support. A special thank you to our media specialist, Mrs. Nanci Spears, Book Fair Chairperson, Mrs. Tamsen Gonzales, Instructional Coach, Kandye Jones, and numerous PTO parent volunteers.
This Friday, September 25, JES will participate in the 6th annual Playing for Preemies. Each year, Rusty and Kristen Bates continue efforts to raise funds for the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund. Mr. and Mrs. Bates' daughter was born prematurely and spent her first 52 days of life in the neonatal unit at Huntsville Hospital. On Friday, Mr. Bates along with Ardmore High School football players, cheerleaders, and marching band will visit JES for a pep rally and to Pie the Principal. All proceeds go the Melissa George Neonatal Memorial Fund.
Great things are happening at JES. We appreciate your support and look forward to a great fall. Remember the best is yet to come. Until next week, keep climbing and Go Rebels!
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