Parent Bulletin
January 13, 2017
Dear Parents,
Greetings! On behalf of the staff at La Vernia Junior High School, I wish you all a Happy New Year! We are excited to continue the productive partnership that began at the start of this school year. In order to be successful at school, our children need support from both home and school. A strong partnership with you is the key to success in your child’s education. We share in this responsibility for our children’s success and want you to know that we will do our very best to support your child. As we move in to the spring semester, students will be challenged with state assessments and increasing rigor in the classroom. Please support your child's learning in the following ways: 1. Make sure your child attends school every day arriving on time, ready to learn. 2. Have your child complete all homework assignments. 3. Ensure your child reads daily to develop a love for reading (and to improve literacy skills). 4. Have conversations about whether or not he/she needs additional support in any area or subject. 5. Set the expectation that you expect him/her to succeed in school.
It is a great privilege to work with our students and school community. Our staff is committed to upholding our district motto of "Knowing every student by name and need." Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. I am here to serve.
Thank you,
Anthony M. Kosub
Principal
La Vernia Junior High School
P.S. In this bulletin, you will find some messages from LVJHS Assistant Principals and Counselors, a list of important dates for the nine weeks, and a calendar of all spring semester assessments--located in the link below.
Faces of LVJHS
Mr. Kosub
Mrs. Hubert
Mr. Villanueva
Mrs. Fey
Mrs. Mondragon
Mrs. Hargreaves
Mrs. Farar
Mrs. Holcomb
Crystal Breda
Assistant Principal News
Dear Parents,
LVJHS' mission is to prepare all students to be productive and responsible citizens by providing quality education, guidance, and motivation. We are committed to fostering and establishing a safe, positive, collaborative and supportive learning environment through the integration of technology, the promotion of teamwork, and the cultivation of expectations for all stakeholders which will result in meeting and exceeding mastery of performance standards that are necessary for the continual attainment of global knowledge.
Here are some ways you can help your student:
Encourage your student to take advantage of tutoring times for assistance.
Frequently check the Parent Portal in order to be updated on your student’s progress.
Stay in communication with your student's teachers.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us help your child!
Respectfully,
Mrs. Hubert and Mr. Villanueva
Counselors' Corner
Dear Parents,
Here are some friendly reminders about upcoming dates. Our Benchmark testing will begin Tuesday, January 17th; seventh grade students will test in Writing and eighth grade students will test in Math. On Wednesday, January 18th, eighth grade students will test in Reading.
Since our eighth grade students are well on their way to becoming Freshmen, they have some exciting things in store for them this month. On the January 23rd, high school students will come visit with CCAT Classes, and the High School Course Fair and Parent Night will be held that evening.
On the following day, the 24th, eighth grade students will get their course request forms, course catalogs, and personalized graduation plans to begin planning for high school.
We are off to a great start in the new year. "Kindness is Contagious", meaning if we are kind to people, we inspire others to be kind in an amazing ripple effect that spreads outwards!
Please contact us if you need anything!
Mrs. Fey and Mrs. Mondragon
Third Nine Weeks at a Glance
Jan. 4, 2017 Beginning of 2nd Semester
Jan. 12, 2017 LVJHS vs Navarro BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (GIRLS)
Jan. 12, 2017 LVJHS vs Navarro BB AWAY (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS)
Jan. 13, 2017 Cyber Patriots Competition
Jan. 16, 2017 MLK Holiday
Jan. 17, 2017 ZAP (4:05pm – 5:15pm) JH Library
Jan. 17, 2017 7th Writing/8th Math Benchmark
Jan. 18, 2017 8th Reading Benchmark
Jan. 19, 2017 LVJHS vs Cueroo BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (GIRLS) *Villanueva
Jan. 19, 2017 LVJHS vs Cuero BB AWAY (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS)
Jan. 21, 2017 Saturday Support Session (9:00am – 11:00am) JH Library Session 5
Jan. 21, 2017 Junior High Basketball Tournament (GIRLS) 7th /8th
Jan. 23-27, 2017 La Vernia Junior High BOOK FAIR
Jan. 23, 2017 PTO Meeting (6:30pm) JH Cafeteria
Jan. 23, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (3 wk) Progress Report Grades Pulled
Jan. 24, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (3 wk) Progress Report Issued during 6th period
Jan. 26, 2017 Science Fair
Jan. 26, 2017 LVJHS vs Wimberley BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (GIRLS)*Hubert
Jan. 26, 2017 LVJHS vs Wimberley BB AWAY (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS)
Jan. 31, 2017 ZAP (4:05pm – 5:15pm) JH Library
Feb. 2, 2017 LVJHS vs Mountain Valley BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (GIRLS)
Feb. 2, 2017 LVJHS vs Mountain Valley BB AWAY (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS)
Feb. 3, 2017 Cyber Patriots Competition
Feb. 6, 2017 LVJHS vs Gonzales BB AWAY (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (GIRLS)
Feb. 6, 2017 LVJHS vs Gonzales BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS) *Hubert
Feb. 11, 2017 Saturday Support Session (9:00am – 11:00am) JH Library Session 6
Feb. 13, 2017 LVJHS vs Navarro BB HOME (5:00pm) 7B, 7A, 8B, 8A (BOYS) *Kosub
Feb. 13, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (6 wk) Progress Report Grades Pulled
Feb. 14, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (6 wk) Progress Report Issued during 6th period
Feb. 14, 2017 ZAP (4:05pm – 5:15pm) JH Library
Feb. 24-25, 2017 History Fair (Regionals)
Feb. 27, 2017 PTO Meeting (6:30pm) JH Cafeteria
Feb. 28, 2017 8th Algebra EOC Benchmark
Feb. 28, 2017 ZAP (4:05pm – 5:15pm) JH Library
Mar. 3, 2017 La Vernia Stockshow -- Holiday
Mar. 6, 2017 6th/7th Math Benchmark
Mar. 7, 2017 6th/7th Reading Benchmark
Mar. 7, 2017 ZAP (4:05pm – 5:15pm) JH Library
Mar. 8, 2017 8th Science Benchmark
Mar. 9, 2017 8th Social Studies Benchmark
Mar. 10, 2017 Cyber Patriots Competition
Mar. 13-17, 2017 Spring Break
Mar. 20, 2017 PTO Meeting (6:30pm) JH Cafeteria
Mar. 20, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (9 wk) Report Card Grades Pulled
Mar. 22, 2017 Sem 2 Cycle 1 (9 wk) Report Card Issued during 6th Period
Mar. 28, 2017 STAAR Testing Writing (Grade 7)
Mar.28, 2017 STAAR Testing Mathematics (Grade 8)
Mar. 29, 2017 STAAR Testing Reading (Grade 8)
La Vernia Junior High School
Website: http://jhs.lvisd.org/
Location: 195 Bluebonnet Road, La Vernia, TX 78121, United States
Phone: 830-779-6650
Twitter: @LVJHS1