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MATH NIGHT

John Adams is hosting its first Math Family Night for Sixth Grade Parents/Students on February 6 from 6:00-7:00 in the JA Cafe.

Topics to be covered include

Library Tutoring
Khan
Bounce Pages
Add Practice/Virtual Nerd
Math XL
Access Book
Files/Updates on Schoology
Imagine Math

Chess Team to Start

Weekly after school chess team practices at JAMS will start Tuesday, Nov. 19 in Mr. Patterson’s room (#205). They will be each Tuesday that school is in session except Dec. 17 until late March. Please look under Extra Curricular Activities for the full letter to parents and students.

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Your Help is Needed!

Dear Parents and Friends of John Adams Middle School:

Each year, our school relies on a fundraiser to help pay for excellent educational opportunities we offer to the student body. This year, the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is working to secure walkie talkies to help the administration, teachers, and staff communicate better and provide quick communication in a crisis. This fundraising effort will be to raise $6,400 for the walkie talkies.

Why does the school need these walkie talkies? According to security officials, walkie-talkies and radios are more reliable, durable and functional than cell phones in an emergency. In case of a dangerous situation, a cell phone could drop a call or not function due to a school dead zone or dead battery. Walkie-talkies allow users to quickly alert everyone on a channel at once and have a longer battery life than a cell phone. Safety is a top priority, and communication that is done effectively in the schools will keep our students safe.

Each walkie talkie will cost $120 and we need a total of 53 walkie talkies for the school. Any parent, guardian, or company can sponsor one (or more) walkie talkie(s) or even make a small contribution towards a walkie talkie.

The PTA welcomes any gift – no amount is too small. Checks can be sent to DevGuide teachers or to the office, addressed to the JAMS PTA. Donations are tax deductible. The PTA will recognize your gift, unless you wish to remain anonymous.

Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!

Sincerely,
Amber Walker
President, JAMS PTA

WV History Bowl

Congratulations to the following quiz bowl students, Luke Workman, Claire Kosky, Aneesh Banerjee, Sohan Kukkillaya, and Joseph Chapman. They placed 2nd in the JV Division at the WV Fall High School History Bowl.

January Menu

As always, the menu is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Students should always listen to the announcements regarding breakfasts and lunches.

JA Basketball Schedule

JA PTA Email Address

If you have a question or a concern that the PTA can help with, please feel free to contact them at the following: JohnAdamsPTA19@gmail.com

Saturday School

Dates for Saturday School have been tentatively set for the 2019-2020 school year. They include: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, February 1, February 29, April 4, and May 2.

Student Immunization

New this year, seventh grade students must have a well-child physical and dental exam in addition to the immunizations.

According to state law, no student is to enter school without written documentation (month, day and year) for each dose of required immunization as given below: DTaP –Four (4) doses required, the last dose must be received on or after the 4^thbirthday.

(DT may be accepted if a medical excuse is signed by a physician or if the student is seven years of age or older)

Polio — Three (3) doses required, the last dose received on or after the 4^thbirthday.

Measles (Rubeola), Mumps and Rubella (MMR) – Two doses, first dose received after the first birthday.

Varicella –– Two doses, first dose received after the first birthday.

Hepatitis B — Three doses, last dose received after the age of six months.

In Addition to the Above:

All students entering the 7^thgrade must have had a TDaP booster after age 11 and at least one dose of the meningococcal vaccine. All students entering the 12^thgrade must have had the TDaP booster after age 11 and at least one dose of the meningococcal vaccine after the age of 16.

Tuberculosis testing is only required for students moving into West Virginia from another country.

Parenting your Teen

Parents, take a look at the Counselor’s Corner for seven pages of information on popular apps, cell phone monitoring, effective praise, and how to parent a teen.

New Dismissal Routine

Due to the new changes concerning start times for Kanawha County Schools, John Adams will be running on different times as well. Drop off will begin at 7:15. Please do not drop students off before this time as we will not have staff members available to monitor the students. We will send students to breakfast at 7:35, and then to class at 7:50. First period will start at 8:00. We will not have Dev. Guidance in the morning, so it is very important to be on time for school. School will end at 3:05. Bus riders will be dismissed first this year. Students can be picked up in the first circle after school starting at 3:11. As always, your patience and cooperation is needed. Changes may need to be implemented as the year progresses.

Schoology Assistance for Parents

Having trouble navigating through Schoology? Please check out the Helpful Hints for Parents under the Student and Parent Handbook tab!

Coca-Cola Gives

John Adams is teaming up with Coca-Cola to earn money in the Coca-Cola Givesprogram. Please support JAMS by dropping off the lids from participating Coke products below. Collection boxes will be in the office, at sporting events, and in grade-level classrooms.

Juuls

Parents, a recent trend among middle school students is called juuls, which is a new type of e-cigarette. Please refer to the Nurse’s Notes to find out more about this alarming trend and what to look for to see if your child may be at risk. Please click on the youtube video below for additional information.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TCH7x8iG0TM&feature=share

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