Weekly Update

JMS Weekly Update 3/7/22

Lucas Kennard

March 6, 2022


JONESVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

401 East Chicago Street                              Lucas Kennard                               Phone (517) 849-3210                 Jonesville, MI 49250-1195                      Middle School Principal                          Fax (517) 849-3213

Weekly Update For 03/07/22

Dear JMS Parents,

Here are the important dates and information for the week:

  • Our third and final semester starts Monday.  Students will no longer be in cohorts and will have a new schedule that allows them to have more flexibility with electives and class selection.  Students are able to see their final schedule in Skyward.

  • Yearbook orders are open.  If you are interested in purchasing a yearbook, please go to: YBPAY.COM and enter the yearbook ID code: 9918222.  The order deadline is April 1, 2022.

  • Spring picture order forms will be sent home with students this week.  This is completely optional for families.  Picture day will be March 22.  If you would like to order a package online, please go to mylifetouch.com and put in the picture day ID: EVTWHR8H2

  • I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the time will spring forward on Sunday, March 13th at 2:00am, so we’ll lose an hour of sleep.  On a positive note, it will no longer be dark at dinner time!

  • Kindergarten round up will be held at Williams Elementary School on March 9th, from 10am-6pm and March 10th, from 9am-4pm.  If you or anyone you know is interested in registering, please contact cvankampen@jonesvilleschools.org for more information.

  • Exploring with Scientists - FREE Online Science Programs

Description: Exploring with Scientists is an online series that connects upper elementary and middle school students with graduate students conducting ecological research at the Station. Each of the six programs will focus on a certain type of animal or insect and touch on how scientists collect data in the field. Participants will be able to submit questions related to natural history, research and science careers. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Attend one session or all six! Teachers and families learning from home are encouraged to participate. Exploring with Scientists also makes a great after-school activity. Register at: https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_003ai_clTJKLWbnOSxK7Qw 

  • March 1st: How do some species avoid extinction?

  • March 8th: How do we actually DO the science?

  • March 15th: Plant-feeding Insects?

  • March 22nd: Do birds avoid noisy habitats?

  • April 5th: What are microbes?

  • April 12th: In what ways do pollinators impact the evolution of flower shape?

  • Sports:

    • Winter sports have concluded.  More information about track will be available in the coming weeks.

  • After school tutoring and athletic study hall will be available every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:50-3:50.  Any student wishing to attend may show up as long as they bring work.  Athletes will know in advance if they must attend.  *Students cannot remain in the school past 4pm, and should have transportation available after tutoring.

  • If your child is absent from school due to an illness or appointment, please call the office in the morning and let us know 517-849-3210.

  • Students who are quarantined are required to complete all classwork while they are away from school.  Your teacher should have Google Classroom or Schoology set up to deliver all assignments and instruction.  Failure to complete assignments on time will result in a lowered grade.  If you are sick, please let your teacher know so an exception can be.

  • During sporting events, please talk with your child and remind them to stay off of the baseball and softball fields.  This is especially problematic during football games.  There is an area behind the bleachers where the students can play.  We are trying to keep the softball fields from any damage during construction.

  • Masks are optional in school, however, if you ride the bus, they are required the entire time you are on the bus.