Weekly Update 4.17.2020
Joan MacQueen Middle School
Principal Message
Good Afternoon Dust Devils,
I wanted to let you know that it is truly a pleasure to be the Principal of Joan MacQueen. In these uncertain times, it was amazing to see everyone in Alpine come together on this first week of Distance Learning. At Joan MacQueen, approximately 85% of our kids checked in with us today. It confirms what I knew all along, "Kids Love School."
We were very excited about the reception to our roll out this week. Starting Monday students will have access to the entire week's academic curriculum. In order to facilitate the highest level of learning, we want to turn on all of the tools available in the Google Suite. Gmail is one of the most important tools to facilitate communication between students and their teachers. In order to turn on Gmail for students, we need your permission. Please take a moment to read and approve our "Responsible Use Policy". We can not turn on your child's AUSD account until it is approved by a parent.
As we move forward, some vital information for families, if your child needs access to any of the supports that our AUSD can provide, please reach out to the teams below to locate the support you might need moving forward.
Please stay safe and have a wonderful weekend.
JMMS Digital Learning
AUSD Student Services
If you need Social-Emotional support for your child, please look at the AUSD Student Services page or reach out to any of the following individuals who will answer your question or contact a team member to support your child.
Tech Support
If you need tech support with the device, your child is using to access our distance learning program, that is also available.
JMMS Virtual Office Hours
If you need any assistance with any administrative questions such as enrollment or field trip reimbursement, please reach out to either of our amazing Administrative Assistants who are available via email or can schedule a virtual meeting between 9 am and 1 pm.
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Yearbooks are Almost Gone
The 2020 yearbooks are almost sold out. This is "THE YEAR" to document in with a Joan MacQueen Yearbook.
Here is the link to order a yearbook for JMMS.
Use this number for our school: School order #8280
Online Learning Tip Week One
Dedicate a specified time for school work each day and isolate yourself from distractions. I placed myself at the table with only the computer so that nothing else could gain my attention.
I've found that it's important to have a designated study area free from outside noises and distractions. Wearing my headphones is also helpful in reducing distractions. Turn off all of your devices and music.
A distraction-free environment slows your thinking down and helps you feel more at ease because you are no longer concentrating on everyone else. It overcomes the problem of not being able to concentrate when you try to study.
About Us
Email: ccurrigan@alpineschools.net
Website: https://ca02215157.schoolwires.net/Domain/8
Location: 2001 Tavern Road, Alpine, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 445-3236
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joan-Macqueen-Middle/596800583760039?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX