Friday, September 29, 2017

JFK PTO Update – September 29, 2017

Important Dates:
October 2 - Orders due for JFK Spirit Gear
October 3 - JFK PTO Meeting 6-7:30pm in the JFK Library
October 4 - Half Day at School
October 9 - No School

JFK Spirit Gear!
Place your order now by downloading and filling out the form at the link below or look for the flyer that came home with your child. All orders are due Monday, October 2. Click HERE for all the info!

Next JFK PTO Meeting(s)
All are welcome to attend our next JFK PTO meeting on Tuesday, October 3 from 6-7:30pm in the JFK Library. Learn more about school events, special initiatives, and teacher grants.

In general, JFK PTO Meetings are held the first Tuesday evening of every month. Upcoming dates include November 7 and December 5. Mark your calendars and join us!

Safe Homes Sign-Up
Each year the Northampton Prevention Coalition invites families with students in 6th-12th grade to add themselves to the SAFE HOMES Program Directory. The Directory is a phone/email/address directory designed so that parents and guardians can reach out to each other when their teen is invited to another teen's house for a social get together. Parents and guardians sign an agreement to follow the three agreements of the SAFE HOMES Program. They agree to:
  • Not serve or allow minors to consume alcohol or other drugs in their home
  • Actively supervise parties in their home
  • Communicate with other parents in an effort to create a safer community for Northampton youth


You must sign up every year to be included in the directory. To sign up, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqy9xBK75SCXlXUcUchGo4oEDBMVVwYgZko3bUHM86ON2ZEQ/viewform

Free Family Program for 10-14 year olds and their Caregivers (new dates)
Runs for 7 Thursdays, October 19-December 7 (skip Thanksgiving). Free dinner at 5:30pm, program runs 6-8 pm at White Brook Middle School in Easthampton. Register at: www.EasthamptonCoalition.org. Have questions? Email: coalition@epsd.us or call: 413-207-5725.

Annual Fall Electronics Recycling Event
Got old gizmos to ditch? Too many useless outdated machines taking up your valuable attic and cellar space? Now is your chance to unload it all! The JFK PTO’s annual Electronics Recycling Event takes place Saturday, October 28 from 9am to 12pm at JFK. Click HERE for all the details. Volunteer sign-up coming soon.

Election Day Bake Sale Coordinator Needed
We’ve got lots of volunteer bakers, now we just need someone to step up and coordinate our Election Day Bake Sale at JFK on Tuesday, November 7. Send us an email and let us know if that’s you at jfkmspto@gmail.com.

Ways to Support Our School
  • Designate JFK Middle School for your Stop & Shop A+rewards. Go to “My Account” - “Find by Location” - and choose “Florence, MA.” Or, under “School ID Number” - enter “05378” - then “Save and Finish.” Remember, you can support up to two schools!  
  • Donate paint to the JFK Art Department. Both latex house paints and other new/used art paint accepted at the school office. For questions, contact the JFK Art Department at mmallory@northampton-k12.us. Thank you!
  • Support JFK Middle School through the Florence Savings Bank Customer Appreciation Awards Program. If you are a FSB customer, you can vote online at https://www.florencebank.com/vote
  • Look for the JFK PTO Annual Appeal letter coming soon. Your tax-deductible contribution goes toward activities and community-building events to benefit our
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Friday, September 22, 2017

JFK PTO Update – September 22, 2017

Important Dates:
September 25 - Deadline to volunteer for JFK School Council
September 28 - Picture Day
October 2 - Orders due for JFK Spirit Gear
October 3 - JFK PTO Meeting 6-7:30pm in the JFK Library

JFK School Council Members Needed
The JFK School Council is looking for new members. The Council is an advisory group co-chaired by the Principal and a parent as elected by the council. The council meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 5pm.  Please submit a letter of interest to the JFK PTO by emailing jfkmspto@gmail.com or by submitting your letter to the mailbox at school by Monday, September 25. The PTO may hold elections to the council at the School Open House on Thursday, September 28, depending on interest.

This is a great way to learn about what’s going on day-to-day at JFK. Council members provide valuable input to administration and staff. The time commitment is only two hours a month. This an opportunity for parents and guardians to get involved and support their school community. 6th grade parents are especially welcome.

JFK Open House
Parents and Guardians are invited to the JFK Open House on Thursday, September 28 at 6:30pm. Your student will provide you with a schedule, so please make sure to bring it to the event. You’ll start in their homeroom and follow their class schedule. Due to limited space in the building this evening event is for parents and guardians only.
Click HERE for all the details.

Please consider bringing a donation for Puerto Rico to our Open House
Please consider donating to the JFK drive for Western Mass United for Puerto Rico this week. If every parent who comes to our Thursday Open House would please bring at least 1 item, we could make a very huge impact as a school-wide community. There will be donation boxes in the front lobby.

Supplies needed are: Batteries, flashlights, water purifying tablets, first aid kits, bandages, small tool kits, hygiene products, sewing kits, small fire extinguishers, manual can openers, wrenches to turn off gas lines, battery-operated radios, garbage bags, dish soap, disinfectant, paper cups, plates, napkins, latex gloves and work gloves, baby wipes, sterile eye wash, sun screen, hand sanitizer, antibiotic ointment, adhesive tape and prepackaged tarps. Think about what we can all do together to help the suffering of over 3 million people! All donations will be driven to Nuestra Esperanza this weekend to be packed up.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

NOTE: If you are not coming to Open House, you can send things in with your child as well. There is a box in the Main Office. 

http://www.nuevaofholyoke.org/news-and-events/hurricane-maria-relief-efforts/ 

Picture Day Volunteers Still Needed!
We are still seeking volunteers for Picture Day on Thursday, September 28. Parents will assist with directing students to photographers. Volunteer from 8am to 10am or from 10 am to 12 pm. Volunteers must have a CORI. Sign up for a shift at: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090B4EADAD23ABFA7-volunteers

Wait, What Is a CORI?
If you plan to volunteer in school or on field trips, you need to have a CORI. Apply in the JFK office or follow this link to VINS to get a copy of the CORI sign-up form: https://sites.google.com/site/northamptonvins/forms/forms

More Volunteer Opportunities
Feel free to attend our next JFK PTO meeting on Tuesday, October 3 from 6-7:30pm in the JFK Library. Learn more about school events, special initiatives, and teacher grants. Also, look for a volunteer sign-up for our Fall Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, October 28 from 9am to 12pm at JFK.

Get Your JFK Spirit Gear!
Heat wave or cold snap, we’ve got your covered. Sport your new JFK T-shirt or sweatshirt and be comfortable in any weather. You can place your order now by downloading and filling out the form at the link below. All orders are due by Monday, October 2. Click HERE for all the info!

Annual Fall Electronics Recycling Event
Got old gizmos to ditch? Too many useless outdated machines taking up your valuable attic and cellar space? Now is your chance to unload it all! The JFK PTO’s annual Electronics Recycling Event takes place Saturday, October 28 from 9am to 12pm at JFK. Click HERE for all the details.

Want to Support Your School with Every Purchase?
JFK families can register their Stop & Shop accounts in A+ Rewards and support our school. It’s basically free cash from Stop & Shop once you sign up and designate JFK Middle School for your rewards. Go to “My Account” - “Find by Location” - and choose “Florence, MA.” Or under “School ID Number” - enter “05378” - then “Save and Finish.” Remember, you can support up to two schools!  
We Want Your Paint
The JFK Art Department is still collecting latex paints of any color to be used for wall paintings and student art projects. Both latex house paints and other new/used art paint accepted. Drop off paints any time at the school office. Partially filled paint supplies are welcomed. If you have any questions, contact the JFK Art Department at mmallory@northampton-k12.us. Thank you!

Calling ALL Florence Savings Bank Customers!
Please consider supporting JFK Middle School through the Florence Savings Bank Customer Appreciation Awards Program. Money awarded will provide after-school and enrichment opportunities for our students. If you are a FSB customer, you can vote online at the link below. Select JFK Middle School as your favorite non-profit in Step 2. Thanks for your support! https://www.florencebank.com/vote

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Wednesday, September 20, 2017

JFK School Council Members Needed

The JFK School Council is looking for new members. The Council is an advisory group co-chaired by the Principal and a parent as elected by the council. The council meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 5 pm.  Please submit a letter of interest to the JFK PTO by emailing jfkmspto@gmail.com or submitting your name and contact info to the mailbox at school by Monday, Sept 25th. The PTO may hold elections to the council at the School Open House on Thursday, September 28th, depending on interest.

This is a great way to learn about what’s going on day-to-day at JFK. Council members provide valuable input to administration and staff. The time commitment is only two hours a month. This an opportunity for parents and guardians to get involved and support their school community. 6th grade parents are especially welcome.
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Thursday, September 14, 2017

JFK PTO Update – September 14, 2017


Important Dates:
September 28 - JFK Open House 6pm-8pm
September 28  - Picture Day
October 3 - JFK PTO Meeting 6pm JFK Library
October 28 - Fall Electronics Recycling Event 9am-12pm at JFK

Picture Day Volunteers Needed
We are seeking volunteers for Picture Day on Thursday, September 28.  Parents will be asked to assist with directing students to the photographers. This volunteer opportunity runs from 8am to 11am. You can sign up for a 2 hour shift at the link below. We appreciate all your help!
NOTE:  If you plan to volunteer please remember you need to have a current CORI. You can check the JFK front office or VINS if you need to apply.  It lasts for 3 years and is needed for any in-school or field trip volunteering. 

Wanna Go to the Dance?
JFK PTO is looking for parents to help coordinate the JFK 6th and 7th grade dances. If you have students in 6th and 7th and would like to help give them a great middle school experience, please consider joining the dance committee. We need volunteers to plan and organize the dances, chaperone the event and provide snacks. Budget available for both grades to have their own annual dance. Now is the time to get involved. If you are interested, please contact us at jfkmspto@gmail.com.
 
Got Paint?!
The JFK Art Department is currently collecting latex paints of any color to be used for wall paintings and other student art projects. You can drop off paints any time at the school office. Both latex house paints and other new/used art paint accepted. Partially filled paint supplies are welcomed. If you have any questions, please contact the JFK Art Department at mmallory@northampton-k12.us. Thank you!

Calling ALL Florence Savings Bank Customers!
Please consider supporting JFK Middle School through the Florence Savings Bank Customer Appreciation Awards Program. Money awarded will provide after-school and enrichment opportunities for our students. If you are a FSB customer you can vote online at the link below. Select J.F.K. Middle School as your favorite non-profit in Step 2. Thanks for your support!



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If your child is no longer attending JFK and you do not wish to receive these updates, please email us at jfkmspto@gmail.com.  We do not have any way to know who is staying and who is not – so let us know.

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