JFK PTO Update - September 28, 2018

JFK PTO Update – September 28, 2018

Important Dates:

October 2 - JFK MS PTO Meeting 6-7:30pm

October 3 - Half Day - Teacher Work Day

October 8 - No School - Columbus / Indigenous Peoples' Day

October 11 - JFK Flu Clinic

October 17 - Health Advisory Council Meeting at JFK (New Date!)

October 18 - JFK School Council Meeting

Happy Friday Huskies! Thanks so much to all the families who came out to the Community Carnival on Sunday! It was a big success with a large turn out and a great opportunity to spend time together as a district. School Local Northampton will soon be announcing final numbers in attendance and earnings.

Thank you to our picture day volunteers!

Thank you to everyone who volunteered to help make picture day run so smoothly!

Box Tops For Education

The Fall deadline for turning in Box Tops for Education is fast approaching! If you have been collecting them, please bring them in by October 19^th. Each Box Top is worth $.10 for our school and they quickly add up.

How to Volunteer at JFK

In order to volunteer in Northampton Public Schools, every parent or guardian needs to fill out a "CORI" in the school office. The CORI volunteer application is good for 3 years. Learn more at this VINS link or in the office.

Next JFK PTO Meeting (10/2 from 6-7:30pm)

Our October PTO meeting will be held Tuesday, October 2 at 6pm in the JFK library. We will be discussing and voting on new teacher grants getting updates from JFK staff and reviewing upcoming events. JFK PTO meetings are planned for the first Tuesday of the month and all are welcome.

JFK Flu Clinic (10/11)

Packets went home this week for the JFK Flu Clinic on October 11. If you would like your student to participate, complete the consent and insurance forms and return to JFK by Friday, October 5. For more information, contact Karen Jarvis-Vance, MSN, RN, NCSN at kjarvisvance@northampton-k12.us.

Don't Forget about Shopping Rewards!

You can support JFK at Stop and Shop by clicking here. Big Y Express can be found at this link: https://www.bigy.com/rs/educationexpress. And don't forget to share your Boxtops for Education with us by having your student drop them off in the JFK office before the end of October. We appreciate your support.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Northampton Area Pediatrics Parenting Workshop

Northampton Area Pediatrics will be hosting a free parenting workshop open to the community on Sunday, September 30 from 4-5:30pm with Dr Jane Fleishman called "How to Teach (and Learn From) Our Kids about Sex." RSVP at contactus@napeds.com.

Northampton Pioneer Valley Girls Suburban Basketball League at www.nohogirlsbasketball.org.

Northampton Prevention Coalition Annual Retreat

Coalition partners, parents, guardians, NPS and SVAHS faculty, staff, and administrators, community members, health care providers, prevention specialists, and anyone interested in offering guidance on our next year of programming JOIN US!

The retreat will be held November 8, 2018 9:30-1:00 at the Smith College Oak Room.

Contact npcprevents@gmail.com for more details.

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JFK PTO Update – September 21, 2018

JFK PTO Update – September 21, 2018

Important Dates:

SUNDAY! September 23 - Carnival Celebrating Northampton Public Schools

September 25 - School Picture Day and Chromebook Info Session

October 2 - JFK MS PTO Meeting 6-7:30pm

October 3 - Half Day - Teacher Work Day

October 8 - No School - Columbus / Indigenous Peoples' Day

October 11 - JFK Flu Clinic

October 17 - Health Advisory Council Meeting at JFK (New Date!)

October 18 - JFK School Council Meeting

Happy Friday Huskies! Thanks so much to all the families who came out to the JFK Open House last night. It was a big success with a large turn out. Thanks for everyone who voted for the School Council candidates. This was a banner year with seven parents/guardians stepping forward to serve in the three available spots. Stay tuned, we will be announcing the results soon.

Carnival Celebrating the Northampton Public Schools!

This Sunday, September 23, 12-4pm at JFK Middle School

The Northampton Public School Carnival is a joint effort between the Parent Teacher Organizations of all six Northampton Public Schools and School Local Northampton. The all-ages, community-wide carnival will feature games and prizes, a bounce house, obstacle course, glitter tattoo, face painting, and refreshments. Community organizations staffing informational tables include Racial Equity and Learning, Special Education Parent Advisory Council, the Northampton Survival Center, Smith Art Museum, Forbes Library, the Girl Scouts and Northampton Public Schools. A shuttle service will stop at each Northampton elementary school, Florence Heights, and Meadowbrook Apartments to simplify parking and transportation. Don't miss your shot at the celebrity dunk tank featuring Jo Comerford, John Provost, Lindsay Sabadosa, David Messing, and Sara Madden.

100% of the net proceeds from this event will go directly to public school PTOs for student enrichment programs. Check out this event on Facebook at this link: www.facebook.com/events/222253581943608

The carnival still needs lots of volunteers to make it a success! Tweens (11+) and teens welcome to volunteer. This is a great opportunity to get have some fun and do good for a great cause. Sign up to help at this link: www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b48a4a629a57-community

Need volunteers on Tuesday Picture Day! (9/25)

JFK still needs a few more daytime volunteers for our upcoming fall picture day. We currently have one person signed up. We need at least 2 more people between 8am-10am or 10am-11:30am. This a a quick fun easy way to help out at JFK and see your student crack a smile. To volunteer click on the link below or contact us at jfkmspto@gmail.com.

Help make picture day a success!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090b4eadad23abfa7-volunteers

JFK Chromebook Device Program

The last family information session for the new Chromebook program will be held in the community room on Thursday 9/25 at 6:30pm. Learn about the Digital Driver's License and the Repair Strategy, charging stations and more.

Here is a link to the Chromebook handbook.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0Rqwhfky85zYUt6Q196OTI1SDV4SUNKa1BxU0k2VmJELUZV/view

How to Volunteer at JFK

In order to volunteer in Northampton Public Schools, every parent or guardian needs to fill out a "CORI" in the school office. The CORI volunteer application is good for 3 years. Learn more at this VINS link or in the office.

Next JFK PTO Meeting (10/2 from 6-7:30pm)

Our October PTO meeting will be held Tuesday, October 2 at 6pm in the JFK library. We will be discussing and voting on new teacher grants getting updates from JFK staff and reviewing upcoming events. JFK PTO meetings are planned for the first Tuesday of the month and all are welcome.

JFK Flu Clinic (10/11)

Packets went home this week for the JFK Flu Clinic on October 11. If you would like your student to participate, complete the consent and insurance forms and return to JFK by Friday, October 5. For more information, contact Karen Jarvis-Vance, MSN, RN, NCSN at kjarvisvance@northampton-k12.us.

Don't Forget about Shopping Rewards!

You can support JFK at Stop and Shop by clicking here. Big Y Express can be found at this link: https://www.bigy.com/rs/educationexpress. And don't forget to share your Boxtops for Education with us by having your student drop them off in the JFK office before the end of October. We appreciate your support.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Northampton Education Foundation presents: An Evening with Dr. Sharon Saline

Building better brains: 5 easy steps for improving your child's executive functioning skills with less yelling and more cooperation. Wednesday, September 26, 7-8:30pm at Northampton High School Little Theater. For details, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/543229439424802/

Northampton Area Pediatrics Parenting Workshop

Northampton Area Pediatrics will be hosting a free parenting workshop open to the community on Sunday, September 30 from 4-5:30pm with Dr Jane Fleishman called "How to Teach (and Learn From) Our Kids about Sex." RSVP at contactus@napeds.com.

Northampton Pioneer Valley Girls Suburban Basketball League

Tryouts will be held October 15-17 at JFK for 5th through 8th graders. Register by Friday, October 10 at www.nohogirlsbasketball.org.

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JFK PTO Update – September 14, 2018

 

JFK PTO Update – September 14, 2018

Important Dates:

September 20 - JFK Open House starts at 6:30pm

September 23 - Carnival Celebrating Northampton Public Schools

September 25 - School Picture Day and Chromebook Info Session

October 2 - JFK MS PTO Meeting 6-7:30pm

October 3 - Half Day - Teacher Work Day

October 8 - No School - Columbus / Indigenous Peoples' Day

October 17 - Health Advisory Council Meeting at JFK (New Date!)

Reminder about Take-Home Thursdays

Thursdays are the day that JFK sends home flyers with important information about school programs. Be sure to check with your student for flyers on Thursdays.

JFK Open House (9/20 at 6:30pm)

Parents and guardians are invited to attend the JFK Open House. The evening will begin with homeroom and then classroom visits. Come early and learn about the PTO and afterschool program. The library will hold a Sponsor a Book campaign and you can purchase books for the library. It’s a great way to honor someone. There will also be an election for School Council seats. If you are interested in serving, please contact the main office before September 18. If you need transportation to school or childcare while here, please call 413-587-1489.

Note: This event is for parents and guardians only. Unfortunately, we do not have room for students, siblings, or young children to attend the classroom presentations. Please be looking for other activities during the year for students and families. Childcare will be available for young children in our Community Room.

JFK Chromebook Device Program

Family information sessions will be held in the community room during the JFK Open House on 9/20 and also on Thursday 9/25 at 6:30pm. Learn about the Digital Driver’s License and the Repair Strategy, charging stations and more.

Sign Up to Volunteer at JFK

In order to volunteer in Northampton Public Schools, every parent or guardian needs to fill out a “CORI” in the school office. The CORI volunteer application is good for 3 years. You can learn more at this VINS link or in the office. It only takes a few minutes but helps a lot!

… And Volunteer for Picture Day (9/25)!

JFK staff is seeking volunteers for our upcoming fall picture day. We need about 6 adults to come to school on Tuesday, September 25 in one- or two-hour shifts from 8-11:30am. This is a great chance to get a glimpse of your student’s world at JFK. It a fun quick volunteer experience for parents or guardians new to JFK. To volunteer click on the link below or contact us at jfkmspto@gmail.com.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090b4eadad23abfa7-volunteers

It’s a Carnival Celebrating the Northampton Public Schools!

Sunday, September 23, 12-4pm at JFK Middle School

The Northampton Public School Carnival is a joint effort between the Parent Teacher Organizations of all six Northampton Public Schools and School Local Northampton. The all-ages, community-wide carnival will feature games and prizes, a bounce house, obstacle course, glitter tattoo, face painting, and refreshments. Community organizations staffing informational tables include Racial Equity and Learning (REAL), Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC), the Northampton Survival Center, Smith Art Museum, Forbes Library, and the Girl Scouts and we’ll have information about the Northampton Public Schools available for interested parents. A shuttle service will stop at each Northampton elementary school, Florence Heights, and Meadowbrook Apartments to simplify parking and transportation. Rain date is Sunday, September 30.

100% of the net proceeds from this event will go directly to public school PTOs for student enrichment programs. Check out this event of Facebook at this link: www.facebook.com/events/222253581943608

The carnival also needs lots of volunteers to make it a success! Sign up to help at the link below. www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b48a4a629a57-community

Next JFK PTO Meeting (10/2 from 6-7:30pm)

Our October PTO meeting will be held Tuesday, October 2 at 6pm in the JFK library. We will discuss upcoming events, hear from administration and staff and review plans for the year. It’s a great way to learn about what’s going on day to day at JFK and to connect with other parents/guardians.

RESCHEDULED: Health Advisory Council Meeting

Please save the date for the first Health Advisory meeting of the year on October 17, 3:30pm, JFK Middle School, exact location TBD. We will be discussing a revision of the district Wellness Policy. You can find the current policy and implementation procedures here. This policy will also be taken up for discussion at the Rules and Policy subcommittee meeting of the School Committee on October 4. If you want to be added to the Health Advisory email list for future updates, please contact Karen Jarvis-Vance, MSN, RN, NCSN via email at kjarvisvance@northampton-k12.us.

Don’t Forget about Stop and Shop Rewards!

If you need to review how to sign up and support JFK with your shopping dollars, click here.

Need to leave this list?

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 please let us know.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Northampton Education Foundation presents: An Evening with Dr. Sharon Saline

Building better brains: 5 easy steps for improving your child's executive functioning skills with less yelling and more cooperation. Wednesday, September 26, 7-8:30pm at Northampton High School Little Theater. For details, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/543229439424802/

Follow us on our JFK PTO Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/jfkmspto/

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JFK PTO Update - September 7, 2018

JFK PTO Update – September 7, 2018

Important Dates:

September 11 - JFK PTO Meeting 6pm in JFK library

September 13 - School Committee Meeting

September 20 - JFK Open House 6:30pm

September 23 - Carnival Celebrating Northampton Public Schools

September 25 - School Picture Day (Retake Day is November 1)

September 26 - Health Advisory Council Meeting at JFK

October 3 - Half Day - Teacher Work Day

October 8 - No School - Columbus/ Indigenous Peoples' Day

September JFK PTO Meeting

Our September PTO meeting will be held this coming Tuesday, September 11 at 6pm in the JFK library. We will discuss upcoming events, hear from administration and staff and review plans for the year. It’s a great way to learn about what’s going on day to day at JFK and to connect with other parents/guardians. To review the agenda for the September meeting click on the link below.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GrQkRiUe8zZAwkfPTkT-Sfs7QAa_l7oCTKA1TMvY8yc/edit?usp=sharing

Sign up to Volunteer at JFK with Volunteers in Northampton Schools

In order to volunteer in Northampton Public Schools, every parent or guardian needs to fill out a “CORI” in the school office. The CORI volunteer application is good for 3 years. You can learn more at this VINS link or in the school office. It only takes a few minutes but helps a lot!

Seeking Carpoolers from Amherst/Hadley

School choice family from Amherst/Hadley area seeking carpool to/from JFK. If interested, please email: marnelpat@gmail.com

Volunteers for Picture Day

JFK staff is seeking volunteers for our upcoming fall picture day. We need about 6 adults to come to school on Tuesday, September 25 from 8-11:30am. This is a great chance to get a glimpse of your student’s world at JFK. It a fun quick volunteer experience for parents or guardians new to JFK. To volunteer click on the link below to sign up or contact us at jfkmspto@gmail.com. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090b4eadad23abfa7-volunteers

More snacks for our Nurse’s Office needed

Our school nursing staff always appreciates donations of healthy snacks to distribute to our students as needed. Donations can be dropped of at the main JFK office. No snacks with nuts please. Some examples of great snacks are pretzels, nut free granola bars, and sun or veggie chips. Donations are very much appreciated.

It’s a Carnival Celebrating the Northampton Public Schools!

Sunday, September 23, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at JFK Middle School

The Northampton Public School Carnival is a joint effort between the Parent Teacher Organizations of all six Northampton Public Schools and School Local Northampton. The all-ages, community-wide carnival will feature games and prizes, a bounce house, obstacle course, glitter tattoo, face painting, and refreshments. Community organizations staffing informational tables include Racial Equity and Learning (REAL), Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC), the Northampton Survival Center, Smith Art Museum, Forbes Library, and the Girl Scouts and we’ll have information about the Northampton Public Schools available for interested parents. A shuttle service will stop at each Northampton elementary school, Florence Heights, and Meadowbrook Apartments to simplify parking and transportation. Rain date is Sunday, September 30.

100% of the net proceeds from this event will go directly to public school PTOs for student enrichment programs. Check out this event of Facebook at this link: www.facebook.com/events/222253581943608

The carnival also needs lots of volunteers to make it a success! Sign up to help at the link below. www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b48a4a629a57-community

 

Ways to Support JFK: Amazon Smile

Do your Amazon shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/54-2157090 and Amazon donates to the Parent-Teacher Organization of John F Kennedy Middle School Inc.

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 this link: https://www.florencebank.com/vote

COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Northampton Education Foundation presents: An Evening with Dr. Sharon Saline

Building better brains: 5 easy steps for improving your child's executive functioning skills with less yelling and more cooperation. Wednesday, September 26, 7-8:30pm at Northampton High School Little Theater. For details click on the link below.

https://www.facebook.com/events/543229439424802/

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Need to leave this list?

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 please let us know.

Follow us on our JFK PTO Facebook Page at

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We like your Likes!

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