Jaguar News
Friday, March 12, 2021
Dear Gentry Families,
We couldn't be more excited to have students return to in seat learning 5 days per week! Though more information may follow over the coming weeks with regard to this transition, we thought you might appreciate a few reminders now as to how things will look:
- When we return to in person 5 days per week school on Monday, April 5th, we will be starting our quarter 4/rotation 4 student schedules. This means that sixth grade students will be starting their last rotation of elective classes and that 6th-8th grade students will ALL be transitioning to their fourth quarter core classes.
- Students should continue to wear a mask to school each day.
- Though social distancing will not be possible on the bus, riders will still be placed in assigned seats and will continue to be expected to wear a mask on the bus.
- Students will not be assigned lockers when we return to 5 days a week in seat school. Students should instead plan to continue using their backpacks for the reminder of the school year.
- As always our school day will begin at 7:30 am and dismiss at 2:35 pm. Students will not be able to gain access into the building until 7:05 am each day.
- We are unable to accept drop off items (iPads, charging bricks/cables, lunches, phones, etc.) after 9:00 am each day. Please encourage your student to organize and pack their backpack the night before.
- Breakfasts and lunches will continue to remain free of charge for students for the remainder of the 2020/2021 school year.
- Students will continue to sit in assigned seats at lunch and in classrooms. The seating charts will be preestablished by our lunchroom supervisors and teachers.
- We are not hosting after school clubs or activities (except for our track and field team) at this time. If your student has been participating in an after school club or activity via Zoom, they should plan on continuing in this fashion when we return to 5 days a week in seat school days.
- Parents will need to contact the main office (214-3240) any time their student will be absent from 5 day in seat school. If your student will be absent due to a medical appointment, please be sure to get a medical excuse from your student’s physician and have your student bring this to the main office when they return to school. Parents of virtual only learners should continue to email your child’s teacher if they will be absent from Zoom classes.
Spirit Week
Gentry will be participating in a school wide spirit week next week, March 15th-19th! We encourage EVERYONE to participate, even if your student is on Zoom. And, if they participate they and their class might be surprised with a small prize!
Science Olympiad- Mighty Team of Seven!
On Saturday, February 27th, Gentry’s Science Olympiad team participated in their regional competition. Gentry’s small, but mighty team of seven students represented Gentry well and officially came in 4th in the region.
Top 3 finishes in individual events are as follows:
Hasi Yarasi and Hanu Yarasi: 1st place in Ornithology
Carter Quest: 1st place in Dynamic Planet
Amali Noel Ramesh and Hanu Yarasi: 1st place in Disease Detectives
Carter Quest: 2nd place in Circuit Lab
Emrie Gruenberg and Joseph Lue: 2nd place in Meteorology
Daniel Ting and Joseph Lue: 3rd place in Road Scholar
Daniel Ting and Joseph Lue: 3rd place in Machines
Amali Noel Ramesh and Hasi Yarasi: 3rd place in Reach for the Stars
Hanu Yarasi: 3rd place in Density Lab
The entire team will be moving on to compete at the Missouri Science Olympiad State competition on Saturday, April 10th. Best of luck to all. Go Jaguars!!
Who Can Pass Up a Good Steakburger?!
Upcoming PTSA Meeting
https://cpsk12.zoom.us/j/97340323153?pwd=YUw5Q3lSSkNhbWZFUVBnZE83OXdpQT09
Musical Theatre Showcase
Media Center Minute
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EDBRVPY5EVZD?ref_=wl_share
Board of Education
Bike Riders
If your student rides their bike to and from Gentry during the week, please be sure to encourage them to lock it to the bike rack that is located by our parking lot while they attend school or after school activities. We have many students who we observe that simply roll their bike onto the rack and then walk away without securing it for the day. Better to be safe than sorry!
Day Dreams Foundation
Columbia Summer SUNsation 2021
Enroll Link: https://web.cpsk12.org/cpsonline/ocr/loginss.php#!
High School: https://www.cpsk12.org/Page/10378
K-8: https://www.cpsk12.org/Page/10518
COSTA RICA for Spring Break of 2022 with EF Tours
Please plan to attend the virtual meeting, Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 6:00 pm.
Seeing the world allows for incredible growth, and the excitement of exploring someplace new will give your child something to anticipate for months to come. In the meeting, I'll be talking about why I feel this tour is important right now, trip details, EF's risk-free enrollment period, and all the ways in which they're leading the charge on student safety.
This trip will fill up fast, so join this meeting to learn:
● Where and when we're going
● What we'll see and do
● Safety on tour
● Travel logistics
● How your child can earn academic credit
● Flexible payment options that keep the tour affordable I'll also share details about how to sign up (space is limited!) and answer any questions you might have.
Can't wait to see you there! Please RSVP by Monday, March 15 to reserve your spot to the meeting using this link https://bit.ly/3kJmhRA
Organizer
Ms. Tara Frearson
This is a non-school sponsored event
Student Yearbooks- Final Pre-Order Date is March 24th!
Future Dates to Remember
3/16- Track Team and Individual Photo Day/Gym
3/17- PTSA Zoom Meeting @ 6:00 pm
3/24- 7th/8th Quad Track Meet/RBHS @4:30 pm
3/29-4/2- School Not in Session Due to Spring Break
4/5- Beginning of Quarter 4/Rotation 4
4/6- Student Picture Retake Day (Group 1) @ 7:30 am
4/8- Student Picture Retake Day (Group 2) @7:30 am
4/8-4/16- 6th/7th Grade MAP Testing Window
4/14- 7th/8th Track and Field Meet @ Lewis and Clark M.S. @ 4:00 pm
4/15- 7th/8th Track and Field Meet @ Ashland H.S.
4/19-4/28- 8th Grade MAP Testing Window
4/20- 7th/8th Track and Field Meet @ Centralia H.S. @ 4:00 pm
4/21- PTSA Meeting via Zoom @ 6:00 pm
Josh Johnson, Principal
Email: Josjohnson@cpsk12.org
Website: https://www.cpsk12.org/Domain/17
Location: 4200 Bethel Street, Columbia, MO, USA
Phone: (573) 214-3240