Last week, students in Ms Landsberger's class celebrated Freedom Week by researching several Founding Fathers and creating Facebook profiles for them. The activity extended into finding connections between Pre-Revolutionary America and pre-WWI Europe. Nice work, Cardinals!
JCS joined other schools across West Virginia this week in a celebration of freedom! Celebrate Freedom Week was established to educate WV students about the founding of the United States, the values on which it was established, and the sacrifices made in the name of freedom. JCS students and staff decorated their schools and classrooms, participated in special activities, and proudly wore their Red, White, and Blue!
Many people think missing a few days of school each month is not a big deal. But absences add up quickly, and too many - excused or unexcused - can have a negative impact on academic achievement. Students who miss fewer than nine days of school see better grades, stay on track to graduate high school, and even have better work habits! Learn more about National Attendance Awareness Month here 👉 www.jcswv.org/attendance
Today in Ms Myers's World Studies class, students located and identified a map of the area called the cradle of civilization. The students colored, labeled and jumped to volunteered to point out the spots on the board.
National Arts in Education Week celebrates the value of the arts in our schools and classrooms. #BecauseOfArtsEd, our students often have the opportunity to participate in arts-inspired events and showcases at the regional, state, and national levels. Thank you to our JCS educators who work tirelessly to inspire this type of dedication, creativity, and love of the arts in our students!
Today, we remember and reflect.
Stop by Evolve in Shepherdstown until 3pm today! Shepherdstown Shares is collecting money to provide our amazing teachers with school supplies. You can also help by visiting www.shepherdstownshares.org.
Cardinals in 6th and 7th grade were busy this week testing out their hypotheses by using the Scientific Method. Ms Kessler's students predicted the most common Skittle color. Ms Schiever's investigated "aliens" in a computer simulation!
Did you know Jefferson County Schools has a Parent and Education Resource Center? That's right, and our PERC is already working hard to organize activities to help connect our students across the district. If you are interested in learning more about PERC, are looking for resources to support a student, or simply want to come out and make new friends, be sure to visit www.jcswv.org/perc.
Dear JCS Families: Jefferson County Schools puts the safety of students and staff first. With temperatures expected this week to reach the mid to upper 90’s, we are taking proactive steps to prevent heat-related illnesses. That means limiting outdoor activities at elementary, middle, and high schools when a heat advisory or warning is in place for Jefferson County. Limitations apply to any physical education classes, outdoor classrooms, field trips, and recess activities. For athletics, we will follow WVSSAC guidelines and consult with certified athletic trainers and medical doctors before making a final decision about practice or games. Current guidelines include safety measures such as practicing without pads, eliminating conditioning activities, moving indoors, or limiting practice time. We recognize the importance of providing appropriate practice time and games and will do what we can to ensure our student-athletes can prepare and compete safely. Schedule changes will be communicated as quickly as possible to limit potential disruption to students and families. We appreciate your support of our students.
Dear JCS Families: Jefferson County Schools puts the safety of students and staff first. With temperatures expected this week to reach the mid to upper 90’s, we are taking proactive steps to prevent heat-related illnesses. That means limiting outdoor activities at elementary, middle, and high schools when a heat advisory or warning is in place for Jefferson County. Limitations apply to any physical education classes, outdoor classrooms, field trips, and recess activities. For athletics, we will follow WVSSAC guidelines and consult with certified athletic trainers and medical doctors before making a final decision about practice or games. Current guidelines include safety measures such as practicing without pads, eliminating conditioning activities, moving indoors, or limiting practice time. We recognize the importance of providing appropriate practice time and games and will do what we can to ensure our student-athletes can prepare and compete safely. Schedule changes will be communicated as quickly as possible to limit potential disruption to students and families. We appreciate your support of our students.
A reminder that Jefferson County Schools will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend!
Ms O'Neill's band members building team spirit and rapport on a beautiful day at Shepherdstown Middle School with a photo shoot!
Aug. 29: This is a reminder to make plans to attend our Meet the Teacher Night! Come on over to Shepherdstown Middle School between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM and visit with teachers and staff, talk with other SMS families, and get the 23-24 school year off right! We'll see you there. https://sms.jcswv.org/o/sms/events?id=20726780
There's still time to visit the Stuff-A-Bus drop-off location at the Jefferson County Fair and donate school supplies for our students! Donations will continue to be collected this evening from 5-8 p.m. and on Saturday from 12-4 p.m. Thanks to the organizers and volunteers at the JCS Transportation Department for being available this week to collect these much-needed supplies!
Picture Day for all SMS Students and Staff will be Wednesday, August 30. Pay on the day or order ahead at my.lifetouch.com (Picture Day ID: N49VJWTVE)
Meet the Teacher Night is Tuesday, August 29, 6-8p. Join us for food, friends, and fun from 6-7; then follow your child's schedule 7-8p.
The first meeting of the SMS PTO is Monday, August 28 at 3p in the Library. Thank you for supporting SMS!
Lots of student engagement this first week back as we get to know each other and reactivate our "school" brain - drawing ideas, reading, introductions, building gears, and working in groups. Way to go Cardinals!
SMS teachers and staff are ready to "Let the good vibes roll!" this year! Welcome back!
