Redwing News
December 2023
A Few Housekeeping Items
- Break: Wishing all SJHS Families a very enjoyable break and a happy 2024!
- Class of 2024 Newsletter: In January we will begin distributing our Senior Newsletter for the Class of 2024 to assist with any end of the year plans.
Dates to Remember
12/22/23: Winter Break Begins at Dismissal
1/8/24: Classes Resume
1/15/24: No Classes for Students
1/23/24: Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8
1/24/24: Parent Teacher Conferences 3-5
1/26/24: No Classes for Students
2/16/24: No Classes for Students
2/19/24: No Classes for Students
3/6/24-3/8/24: Second Trimester Exams
3/7/24: Exams Early Dismissal at Noon
3/8/24: Exams Early Dismissal at Noon
3/22/24-3/29/24: Spring Break
4/10/24-4/16/24: Spring Testing
4/19/24: No Classes for Students
5/23/24: Seniors' Last Day of Instruction
5/24/24: Senior Exams (if required)
5/27/24: Memorial Day (No Classes for Students)
5/30/24: Class of 2024 Commencement- 7:30PM
6/7/24-6/11/24: Third Trimester Exams
6/10/24: Exams Early Dismissal at Noon
6/11/24: Exams Early Dismissal at Noon
Attendance and Grading
As we work through cold and flu season please remember a few things:
- Please report your child's absence(s) either to 989-227-4144 or hsattendance@sjredwings.org.
- Please give the office as much advance notice as possible if you are picking up your child early. This minimizes disruption to classes and allows the office to have them ready to go.
- Encourage your child to check Google Classroom, many instructors keep very detailed and current information on daily activities.
- Monitor your child's progress on Infinite Campus via the parent portal.
- The clinic in the HS is for brief rests and illnesses only. Students will be returning to class (if able) or will need to be picked up if they are ill.
- "Missing just 2 days a month means a child misses 10% of instructional time." -- Attendance Works
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Typically, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is released on October 1 for the following academic year, but this year, due to changes mandated by Congress, the 2024-2025 FAFSA will not be available until December 31, 2023.
Refer to FAFSA for important information regarding the new updates.
Additional information is available via FAFSA family and student webinars
SJ/RESA Students Help With North Pole Facelift
Testing Dates
Please avoid any appointments or other absences on testing days!
Wednesday 04/10/2024:
Juniors SAT Testing: 7:45 - 12:45: released after the test. Bus transportation is ONLY available at regularly scheduled times. Otherwise students should arrange for transportation.
All Other Students: Regular Instructional Day
Thursday 04/11/2024:
Juniors ACT WORKKEYS: 7:45 - 11:15 Juniors will be dismissed to lunch/3rd hour then follow the regular day.
Sophomores: PSAT 10: 7:45 - 11:15
Freshmen: PSAT 9: 7:45 - 11:15
Seniors: will stay at home for the day and will arrange a job shadow. More instructions will be given as the date approaches.
Tuesday 04/16/2024:
Juniors: M-STEP: 11:51 - 2:37
Seniors, Sophomores, Freshman: Will follow the regular schedule.
RESA/Dual Enrollment Juniors will follow their testing obligations.
RESA/Dual Enrollment Seniors should be able to honor their course commitments.
Times are tentative and subject to change with notice.
From the Counseling Department
The Counseling Office has its 2023-2024 Google Classroom up and running. We will be adding information for all students including career info, dates for college visits, financial aid info, etc. Please have make sure your child adds this Google Classroom. The code is: lmskcq3
The Positivity Project
The Positivity Project (P2) is dedicated to empowering students to build positive relationships and become their best selves. Positive psychology’s 24 character strengths serve as its foundation. Ranging from bravery and perseverance to integrity and gratitude, the character strengths are classified and described in the 800-page book Character Strengths and Virtues. These strengths aren’t about ignoring the negative. Instead, they help us overcome life’s inevitable adversities.
Families are encouraged to follow along with the below calendar as we explore these strengths that are present in all of us. P2 for Families is a great resource that allows families to do that. The password is "p2".
P2 Character Strength Calendar
SEP 18–22: Curiosity
SEP 25–29: Teamwork
OCT 2–6: Open-Mindedness
OCT 16–20: Integrity
OCT 23–27: Creativity
NOV 6–10: Bravery
NOV 13–17: Gratitude
NOV 27–DEC 1: Kindness
DEC 11–15: Self-Control
DEC 18–22: Optimism
JAN 8-12: Prudence
JAN 15–19: Perseverance
JAN 22–26: Social Intelligence
JAN 29–FEB 2: Forgiveness
FEB 12–16: Love
FEB 19–23: Humility
FEB 26–MAR 1: Love of Learning
MAR 18–22: Perspective
APR 1–5: Fairness
APR 8–12: Humor
APR 15–19: Purpose
APR 22–26: Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence
APR 29 – MAY 3: Enthusiasm
MAY 6–10: Leadership
Athletics and Attendance
Students involved in athletics and activities must be in school ALL DAY to be eligible for practice and/or competition. Doctor appointments, funerals, college visits, and school events will be excused with appropriate and timely documentation. All other absences would need prior administrative approval.