TJ Today
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Great Beginnings
It was an exciting and informational first week with our students. Staff devoted time and resources during these first few days to set our students up for success by laying down the critical foundation of student behavioral and academic expectations. Throughout the school year, these expectations will be reviewed as they become embedded in the culture of TJMS.
As a reward for learning our expectations, and to kick off our new year, students and staff celebrated the end of the first week of school with a Kona Ice treat. The Kona Ice Truck arrived on what turned out to be a beautiful Friday afternoon and served all grade levels a tasty and refreshing treat. Sixth graders chose their flavors first, as a welcoming gesture to the Thomas Jefferson Middle School family. Seventh graders followed, and 8th grade ended the day outside enjoying the colorful icy delight. Some students selected a single syrup, while others mixed several flavors for a rainbow effect. Calls for “Buddy up and stick out your tongues!” captured some very colorful yearbook memories. All in all, the Kona Ice Truck visit was a great way to end a successful first week at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Thank you, students and staff!
Fall Fundraisers ~ Catalog and Color Run
Color Run Valpo
Here is the link to Sign Up:
Saturday, Oct 10, 2015, 02:00 PM
Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, IN, United States
Catalog Fundraiser
Picture Day
School Picture Day is Friday, August 28, 2015
- All students will have their picture taken for school ID's and records.
- Order your portraits now at mylifetouch.com
- Picture Day ID: HM915126Y0
- Fliers were sent home with all students on Tuesday. We have extras on the table outside the office.
Lunch Payments
Cell Phone Policy
2nd offense - after school Wednesday detention.
3rd offense - Saturday School. Parent picks up phone in the office.**
4th offense - principal's/assistant principal's choice.
Any other violations past the 4th offense will be at the discretion of the administration. This can include suspension.
*If a phone is left on in a locker, this is considered a violation.
**Parents pick up device after the 3rd and all following offenses.
Games Club
After-school Games Club is an opportunity for students to gather after school to meet new
friends and play a variety of different games. Some games might be familiar board games like chess, checkers, Sorry, or Life, while others will be brand new. Games Club meets on Thursdays after school until 3:50, beginning at the end of September and continuing until the spring. Listen to the Morning Announcements for the exact beginning times and dates. Students will be able to take the late bus home if they are unable to arrange any other transportation.
Drama Club Set to Start
Builders' Club
Spell Bowl 2015
- Spell Bowl call-out meeting is Thursday, August 27, at 7 AM in Mrs. Strayer's room.
- Spell Bowl will practice every morning at 7 AM in Mrs. Strayer's room beginning Friday, August 28.
- For lists and information, see Mrs. Kemper or Mrs. Strayer.
Tech Club Callout
NJHS News
Band, Choir, and Orchestra ~ Practicing
Skyward
- Parents and students can reach their Skyward account through the Parent Portal on the district's home page or on our TJMS home page in Side Shortcuts. This is now your primary source of information. All grades will be posted as well as school-related information from your child's teachers and our office. There is a mobile app that can be used as well.
- Contacting Parents - As we are learning the Skyward messaging component, it is best to email teachers directly.
Parent Volunteers
STUDENT COUNCIL
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Email: ekrutz@valpo.k12.in.us
Website: http://www.valpo.k12.in.us/Domain/248
Location: 1600 Roosevelt Rd, Valparaiso, IN, United States
Phone: 219-531-3140
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TJMS.Valpo
Twitter: @Valpo_TJMS