JMS November Newsletter
Moving Dragons Forward Together
Happy Fall Y'all!
Congratulations to JMS 8th Grade Student Elizabeth Collins for Placing 7th at the State Competition in Perry!
Cross Country
Softball, Volleyball, and JMS Parent Night
Red Ribbon Week
Congratulations to the Math Team for placing 2nd at the Berry Math Bowl Competition!
JMS Halloween Dance
JMS Students of the Week and Teacher of the Month
Week Of 10/3/2016:
6th Grade - Jessie Gibbs and Maggie Bautista
7th Grade - Alejandra Valdivinos and Tanner Dobson
8th Grade - Troy Twyman
Week of 10/10/2016:
6th Grade - Stetson Walker and Kaelie Hooper
7th Grade - Taylor Davis and Alex Korowotny
8th Grade - Paloma Barron
Week of 10/17/16:
6th Grade - Grant Hooker and Nicole Chuong
7th Grade - Madison Bail and Toby Tanner
8th Grade - Hailey Poynter and Will Winn
Week of 10/24/16:
6th Grade - Sheyenne Maney and Jon Mallard
7th Grade - Gracie Watkins and Jonah Keener
8th Grade - Chloe Imbriano and Brett Menard
Week of 10/31/16:
6th Grade - Carter Smith and Aspen Lusk
7th Grade - Betsy Cole and James Roland
8th Grade - Savanna Bowens and Hunter Reed
And a Big Congratulations to the October JMS Teacher of the Month, Mrs. Lori Holbert!
10/3 and 10/10 Students of the Week
Happy National Principals Month to Mrs. Walker and Mr. Cronic! JMS is grateful to you both for all that you guys do for our students, staff, school, and community!
Fill-A_Stocking Program
Families with children ages 14 years or younger who are in need of gifts for the holidays can apply to the Fill-A-Stocking Program. Applications must be submitted to the Lions Club by December 10th. Applications can be picked up at JMS or found online at http://www.jasperlions.com
JMS Upcoming Events
Saturday, November 5th:
-9:00 AM – Girls Basketball vs. Sonoraville (home)
-9:00 AM – Wrestling – Jr. Mountaineer Traditional at Lumpkin County High School
Tuesday, November 8th:
-No School for students due to Election Day – In-Service Day for Teachers
Wednesday, November 9th:
-Progress Reports Go Out
Thursday, November 10th:
-4:30 PM – Boys Basketball vs. Clear Creek (home)
-4:30 PM – Girls Basketball vs. Clear Creek (away)
Friday, November 11th:
-Veteran’s Day Parade
Saturday, November 12th:
-9:00 AM – Wrestling vs. BMC Jr. Duals at PHS
Tuesday, November 15th:
-4:30 PM – Wrestling vs. Dual (Gilmer) at Clear Creek Middle School
Thursday, November 17th:
-Thanksgiving Lunch – Parents Welcomed to Join Students During Lunch
-4:30 PM – Boys Basketball vs. Dawson (away)
-4:30 PM – Girls Basketball vs. Dawson (home)
Friday, November 18th:
-Last Day of School Before the Thanksgiving Break
-5:00 PM – Wrestling vs. Purler Camp at PHS
**Thanksgiving Break November 21st - 25th**
Tuesday, November 22nd:
-TBD – Wrestling vs. Cartersville Duals at Cartersville High School
Monday, November 28th:
-Students return to school from the Thanksgiving Break
-5:30 PM – Title I Parent Night and Science Fair Night
Tuesday, November 29th:
-6:00 PM – PTO
-4:30 PM – Boys Basketball vs. Adairsville (home)
-4:30 PM – Girls Basketball vs. Adairsville (away)
-5:00 PM – Wrestling – Tri-Meet vs. White and E. Hall at White County High School
Enjoy the School Break Nov. 21st - 25th and Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Jasper Middle School
Our Mission
Joining Mind and Spirit to ensure academic success, social responsibility, and graduation for all. "Our goal is that all students will work not only to meet academic expectations, but that they will strive to exceed expectations."
Our Vision
The vision of Jasper Middle School, in cooperation with all stakeholders, is to commit ourselves to developing critical thinkers and lifelong learners through a rigorous curriculum, high expectations, and positive character development in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our Beliefs
- Devoted educators actively support students, families, and the community to help prepare students to be positive contributors to society through preparation for future challenges and societal demands.
- All students can learn.
- Communication through the spoken and written word is essential to the success of all students.
- Education and learning are shared responsibilities that take place in the home, school, and community.
- Each and every student must be prepared for an ever-changing and technologically driven society.
- Positive behavior supports lead to greater success.
- All stakeholders are accountable for improving student achievement.
Website: http://jaspermid.pickens.k12.ga.us/
Location: 339 West Church Street, Jasper, GA, United States
Phone: 706-253-1760