"Who questions much, shall learn much, and retain much." Francis Bacon
We are nearing the end of Term 1 and have begun our Fall benchmarks. We want to remind families to not only push your children toward academic success, but also take time to enjoy the change in seasons; enjoy hayrides, hot chocolate, pumpkins, caramel apples, festivals, and of course, falling leaves.
We appreciate all of your efforts at home, and we are confident that we see the reflection of that every day here at JMS.
Monumental Moments this past week:
- JMS held a successful Pep Rally for the first time in a LONG time!! Students overflowed with Eagle spirit and sportsmanship!
- Spirit Week was a BLAST! Be sure to check out all our photos on JeffersonMS Twitter!
- Our SEL Zero Period continues to be a place and space for students to build community and connections!! JMS Soaring Eagles are immersed in becoming Character Strong alongside of high academic expectations and endeavors.
We appreciate and encourage all of our families to reach out with any needs, questions, or concerns.
Have a wonderful evening!
Phil Cox, Principal, pcox@ortn.edu
Ben Fowler, Vice Principal, bjfowler@ortn.edu
Brian Tinker, Dean of Students, bjtinker@ortn.edu
Elizabeth Leavitt, Instructional Technology Coach, ealeavitt@ortn.edu
Week at a Glance : September 26- September 30
Monday, September 26, 2022
- Fall Benchmark-ELA/Science
- Atomic Eagles Meeting Science Wing 2:45-4:30
- Master Builders Meeting Rm 102 2:45-4:30
- RadioActive Brix Meeting Rm 223 2:45-4:30
- Chess Club Library 2:45-3:45
- End of Season Football Celebration Cafeteria 3:00-4:30
- Cross Country Practice 3:00-4:30
- Volleyball District Tournament @ Lafollette Match vs. Jacksboro 4:30
- Williamsburg Parent Meeting JPAC 6:00
- Board of Education Meeting SAB 5:00
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
- Atomic Eagles Meeting Science Wing 2:45-4:30
- Master Builders Meeting Rm 102 2:45-4:30
- RadioActive Brix Meeting Rm 223 2:45-4:30
- Cross Country Practice 3:00-4:30
- Volleyball District Tournament @ Lafollette Match TBD 7th/8th
- Grade Fall Chorus Concert JPAC 7:00
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
- Girls Basketball Team shoe sizing Gym 12:45-1:30
- Staff Book Club Library 12:45
- Special Education Meeting Eagle’s Nest 1:00
- FLL tour KUB 1:00-5:00
- Japanese Video Pen Pal Club Library 1:30-3:00
- Middle School Recognition Night @ ORHS Volleyball Match 5:00
Thursday, September 29, 2022
- 5th/6th Grade Level Meetings Eagle’s Nest Cross Country Practice 3:00-4:30 Volleyball Practice TBD
Friday, September 30, 2022
- Youth for Christ-Band Room 7:10
- Ms. Kala’s class to Erin’s Meadow
- 1:45-2:00 Cross Country Practice 3:00-4:30 Volleyball Practice TBD
Saturday, October 1
- Cross Country State Meet Clarksville TN (Central Time Zone) Girls 12 CST, Boys 12:30 CST
- Volleyball Sectional Tournament @ Anderson County HS Match TBD
October 3-17
- FALL BREAK!
- Fall Intersession: October 3-6
Tuesday, October 18: Students return to school!
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4 Cs: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity
FOCUS: Collaboration
CHALLENGE: One aspect of collaboration from our 4 Cs rubric: "I am a productive team member who effectively works with others." Ask your child to share a moment from last week when they were working with others and being productive to create something or to solve a problem.
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Counseling Corner
Ms. Katie Cormack (Left- 6th and 8th Grade)
Ms. Candie Price (Right- 5th and 7th Grade)
Please contact our school counseling department with any other questions at 865-425-9302. Ms. Amy Myers, school registrar, is happy to assist with enrollment, withdrawal paperwork, transportation, Skyward, school updates, etc.
Benchmark Testing Update
JMS students will complete their TE 21 Benchmarks on Friday, September 23 (Math and Social Studies) and Monday, September 26 (ELA and Science). The tests will take place during their regular class time. Please encourage your child to try their best and remember the following test taking tips (link below)!
24 Test Anxiety Busters (According to Science) | GoZen!
Character Strong Update: September is Responsibility Month!
This month we are talking about Responsibility. Our district wide Social emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, Character Strong, defines responsibility as “taking action and understanding the impact of our choices.” Taking action can mean doing the right thing or completing the tasks you have been assigned. Understanding the impact of our choices means that our actions matter. Positive and responsible actions can help people and irresponsible actions can hurt others. Responsibility is 1 of 3 traits we will focus on throughout the year that helps students Be Strong. Throughout the school, students will be developing skills like focusing, organizing, and goal-setting.
Fun Family Challenge #1:
As a family, think of ways in which you might make someone’s life a little easier by helping a neighbor or family friend with 1 of their Responsibilities. Could you bring the garbage to the chute or out to the curb? Could you carry things in from the grocery store? Could you invite someone over for a meal or a show?
Fun Family Challenge #2:
Review Responsibility as a family! Responsibility is taking action and understanding how our choices affect others. Choose 1 household chore (or more!) that requires multiple steps. Then have each member of the family select 1 step to complete to help get the job done! Maybe it is washing the dishes, doing laundry, cleaning the living room, or unloading the groceries - whatever it is, see who can be the quickest or most effective at their task!
Clothing Closet Accepting Donations
JMS is pleased to offer support for students in need through our “clothing closet”. We are accepting clean, gently used clothing items for students in need. All sizes are welcome but our largest need is for junior sized clothing. Please make sure all donated items meet JMS dress code policy. Donated items can be dropped off in the JMS counseling office. Thank you for your support!
The family resource center has two offices located on the west and east side of Oak Ridge. Their offices are located at Willow Brook Elementary and Glenwood Elementary.
For assistance, please contact Jo Bruce, FRC Director at 865-425-3205/jbruce@ortn.edu or Sharon Gleason, FRC Assistant at 865-425-9369/slgleason@ortn.edu
- Ms. Cormack - 6th and 8th Grade Counselor - khcormack@ortn.edu
- Ms. Price - 5th and 7th Grade Counselor - clprice@ortn.edu
- Ms. Myers - Registrar - amyers@ortn.edu
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RESTROOM | HALLWAY | CAFETERIA |
RESTROOM
HALLWAY
CAFETERIA
The Tennessee Department of Education announced today the 2022 Reward and Priority schools, which are two key designations under Tennessee’s school accountability system. The Oak Ridge School district is proud to share that four schools have been named Reward Schools: Linden Elementary, Glenwood Elementary, Willow Brook Elementary, and Jefferson Middle School. Reward status is the top distinction a school can earn in Tennessee. Reward schools are those that are improving overall student academic achievement and student growth for all students and for student groups, and they are identified annually.
Dr. Borchers states, “The Oak Ridge School District focuses on growth and improvement, even in times of instability, and because our students are much more than the sum of their test scores, we will continue to focus on the Oak Ridge Schools’ Portrait of a Graduate which can be found on our district website at www.ortn.edu/pog. The Portrait of a Graduate was developed collaboratively with the community and focuses on achieving college and career readiness for every student by developing a shared vision among all key stakeholders regarding the key competencies that students need to be successful in work, citizenship, and life.”
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Athletic Update:
It’s Spirit Week at JMS! The dress up themes are listed below by day. Please encourage your child to show their school spirit by dressing up for each theme Monday through Thursday. Dress code applies and students cannot bring face paint or hair dye to school. (picture with themes is also attached)
Monday: Neon Day
Tuesday: Dress like a Teacher Day
Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday
Thursday: Blue and Gold Day
We have another busy week of JMS Athletics!
On Monday, the Lady Eagles volleyball team travels to Robertsville to take on Clinton in a varsity match at 6:30pm.
On Tuesday, the Lady Eagles volleyball team hosts Norris for a JV match at 4:30pm, followed by a varsity match at 5:30pm. Our 8th grade volleyball players will be recognized prior to the varsity match.
On Thursday, the Jefferson football team and cheerleaders host Robertsville in the City Championship football game. 8th grade night recognition will begin at 5:30pm and kickoff will be at 6pm at Blankenship Field. Admission for adults is $4 and admission for students is $3. No outside basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, toys, etc. will be allowed. On Friday evening, The Jefferson Cross Country Team will travel to Woodland Park Baptist Church in Chattanooga for the Sectional Cross Country Meet. Please come out and support the Jefferson Eagles athletic teams this week. Go Eagles!
The 2022-2023 JMS Basketball Schedule is attached to publicize in the Newsletter. If you don’t have space this week, anytime in the next couple of weeks is fine!
Please make plans to come out and support the JMS athletic teams this week! Go Eagles!
Our new BASKETBALL schedule is below!
Volleyball, Football, and Cross Country Schedules are below!
Coach Katie Bolling
