JMMS Weekly Update
January 22, 2021
Principal's Message
Good Afternoon Alpine,
Today marks the halfway point of the 2020-2021 school year. This is a school year unlike any year prior, and the students at Joan MacQueen have done a superb job. I know that it hasn't been easy and that there have been tears shed and tantrums thrown, but they are growing more resilient by the day. The teachers and staff of AUSD have started the vaccination process, and because of this I can see the light at the end of the tunnel!
I do want to share some insights that I have had into the reopening process. AUSD is one of a tiny number of districts in the State that has students physically on campus. County Public Health allows us to remain open because of our strict adherence to our protocols. When families receive one of the letters crafted by County Public Health, we ask that you take it seriously. The research indicates that it is possible to transmit the virus even if you have already tested positive or received a vaccination. You can be an asymptomatic carrier and a risk to those who are in close contact with you.
I received my first dose of the Phizer vaccine today, and I am so grateful to the local health clinic for their support of AUSD. Our goal is to have kids back at school for their peace of mind and yours. We can make that goal a reality with your support. Stay Strong Alpine!
Sincerely,
Casey Currigan
Change in Schedule for Upcoming Monday Holidays
It's Yearbook Time at JMMS
Get In The Book!
It's time to upload pictures of all of the fun things you are doing this year into the Yearbook. Click on the link below to see all of the cool categories you get to choose from and please upload your pics asap. The links are all underlined in blue on the form.
Report Cards Posted Wednesday February 5, 2021
The end of Quarter 2 is this Friday, January 22nd. Report Cards will be available for viewing online on February 3rd.
ASB Canned Food Drive until February 5th
Please help our ASB help those in our community less fortunate. If you have canned or non-perishable food that you can donate the Joan MacQueen ASB is collecting food for our local food pantry.
The winning class will enjoy a hosted pizza party.
211 San Diego "Schedule a Drive up Testing Appt"
CAL FIRE COVID Testing February 3rd
Attention 8th Grade Families
If after you have read the newsletter you have questions, please don't hesitate to email jsmith@alpineschools.net she is happy to help.
Joan MacQueen Middle School
Email: ccurrigan@alpineschools.net
Website: https://www.alpineschools.net/o/jmms
Location: 2001 Tavern Road, Alpine, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 445-3245
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Joan.MacQueen