Week 36
Greetings JMS families,
I hope this newsletter finds you and your families in good health and high spirits as we approach the end of the school year. It's hard to believe that tomorrow we will begin the month of June!
First Grade “Step-Up” Day: "Step-Up Day" is an event designed to celebrate our first-grade students as they transition into the next phase of their educational experience in the Milford School District. “Step-up Day” is scheduled for Tuesday, June 6th. First grade students will get a glimpse into what awaits them in the second grade at Heron Pond. During “Step-Up Day” your child will get to explore the Heron Pond learning environment, meet 2nd grade teachers, and interact with a familiar peer, their 4th grade Reading Buddy.
We understand that transitioning to a new school can sometimes produce anxiety. "Step-Up Day" is designed to be supportive and encouraging, easing any anxieties our students may have. They will have the chance to ask questions, get familiar with the daily routine, and begin to feel comfortable in this new school setting.
JMS Library Books: It is that time of year when we are looking to have all of our library books returned and accounted for. Ms. Wyka our Librarian/Media Generalist has been diligent about sending regular notices home regarding any overdue books throughout the school year. As stated in her notices, all books are due Friday, June 9th. If a book has been lost or damaged beyond repair, parents/guardians are expected to replace the book. Bills for missing or damaged books are due by Wednesday, June 22nd.
PTO Meeting: The monthly meeting of the MES PTO will be held “in person” on Wednesday, June 7th 2023 at 7:00 PM in the JMS Library. All JMS parents/guardians are welcome to attend! Please join us!
JMS Fun Day: A highlight of every school year is the annual end of year Fun Day event. Plans are underway for a JMS Fun Day scheduled for Friday, June 9th. Fun Day is a special day when our students and staff celebrate the school year and engage in fun games and activities. We still need several volunteers to help make this event a success. If you would like to volunteer for Fun Day please click the link below.
In art class, students will be making their own colorful tie-dye T-shirts to wear on Fun Day. To help defray the cost of these shirts we are asking families to contribute $5.00. Please send $5.00 to your child’s teacher by Friday, June 2nd. Mrs. Jones, our art teacher, is also looking for an extra set of helping hands for this creative project. If you would like to help out the week of May 30-June 2nd please indicate on the Fun Day volunteer form below.
Click here: JMS FUN DAY Volunteer Form
Bikes For Books: Bikes for Books is a reading incentive program created by the Masons for children in elementary schools in order to help support literacy programs in our schools. The Milford Masonic Temple Association, under the direction of Artie Dunham, is sponsoring this program at both the Heron Pond Elementary School and the Jacques Memorial School. The Bikes for Books program is straightforward. Students are asked to read as many books as they can from now until Friday, June 2nd. Students fill out an entry form, for each book that they read.
Please click the link below to submit an entry form.
Click here: JMS Bikes for Books Entry Form
Winners will be announced on Friday, June 9th 2023 during the morning show.
Last Day(s) School: Please note that the last day of school for kindergarten students will be Wednesday, June 14. The last day of school for first grade students will be Friday, June 16th.
Early Release: Students will be dismissed early on Wednesday June 7th. Students will be dismissed at 12:45 after lunch has been served. Please make any changes to your child’s dismissal plan using the Parent Pick-Up Patrol.
Lunch Account Balances: Please find attached to this email, a letter from Mrs. Jane Fortson, Business Administrator for the Milford School District regarding your child’s lunch account balance.
Please find attached to this email, the school lunch menu for the month of June.
Remember to regularly visit our school website and check your email for updates and important announcements. Follow us on social media platforms like our new Facebook page to stay connected with the school community and receive the latest news and events.
I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation for your ongoing support and collaboration. Together, we have created a nurturing and thriving learning community for our students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school office.
Sincerely,
Tim O’Connell
Principal