Redwing News
January 2024
A Few Housekeeping Items
- Class of 2024 Newsletter: Earlier this month, we sent our Senior Newsletter for the Class of 2024. This will be regularly updated and can be accessed here.
- Enrollment forms are due to seminar teachers by Feb 1st, RESA students need to turn theirs in to the office.
Dates to Remember
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: Prom 2024 @ Westbrook Farms, Ionia, MI 7:30-10:30 (Tickets will be on sale 4/5-4/18)
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
SJHS Students Participate in 17th Annual MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit
SJHS Art students are again participating in the 17th Annual MSUFCU Student Art Exhibit. Ten talented young artists are displaying artworks including 3D ceramic sculptures and 2D works including paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces. The exhibit and voting opens on January 28 and runs through February 23. Voting can be done online at msufcuart.com or MSUFCU Headquarters. Nineteen schools are participating, so please log on or stop in and support SJHS by voting for our students' and their work.
Students participating are Emily Crites, Jill Dexter, Mia Gentile, Anna Hearn, Stacy Hernandez, Roxanna Patricio-Saldana, Shylie Pratt, Shaeley Proseus, Marshall Skorna, and Alex VanNote.
Attention 10th and 11th Grade Students: Career Event Opportunity
VIRTUAL DREAM CAREER EVENT!
February 22, 4 – 5 pm
Virtual
- What is a “Dream Career” Event? It’s where high school students interview people about their “dream” career. This year we are targeting sophomores and juniors. Students learn more about a career’s educational requirements, daily tasks, challenges, and joys. For more information, please visit the website: http://www.rotarystudentprogram.org/index.php/en/about.
- Students: We have openings for up to 30 students to participate in this first ever Rotary District-wide event. Please promote to your sophomores and juniors. First Come, First Served!
- To apply, students should use this link: https://forms.gle/YK2q1wpRtRJ9vjLA7.
- Flyer: https://www.canva.com/.../U_Nhk4OzxLSyDo_wKLsoTg/view...!
- Space is limited. Sign up now!
Competition Theatre Performs in Districts
On Saturday, 1/20/2024 the 52 students in our St. Johns Competition Theatre Troupe participated in The MIFA District Level One Act Theatre Festival at Olivet High School. They performed in the Studio and Mainstage Category. Both shows will move on to the Regional Festival hosted by St. Johns High School on 2/3/2024.
The mainstage show, Wild Strawberries written by Jerry Ayers, placed first.
Excellence awards were earned by:
Mars Castle-Osmer, Sam Nichols, Macy Whitford- Acting in the role of The Company for Stage Business
Echo Parker, Lydia Bloom, Aliyah Elliott, Abigail Stauffer- Properties
Julia Andretz, Shelby Case, Maya Schaub, Maggie Panuspatthana, All Actors- Hair and Make-Up
Superior awards were earned by:
Julia Andretz, Shelby Case, Maya Schaub, Maggie Panuspatthana- Costume Design
Ella Koenigsknecht, Lexsey Pulver, Ainsley Gill, Lydia Darragh, Leah Feldpausch, Amanda Ward, Alejandro Diaz, Luke Sweckard, Madison Carlson, Buggs O’Boyle, Gabriel D’Valentine, Mars Castle-Osmer, Sam Nichols, Macy Whitford- Ensemble Acting
The studio show, Queens by Kristen Doherty, placed second.
Excellence awards were earned by:
Hannah Spencer- Acting for the role of Jane Seymour
Isabelle Kosto- Acting for the role of Lady Jane Popincourt
Julia Andretz, Shelby Case, Maya Schaub, Maggie Panuspatthana, All Actors- Hair and Make-Up
Julia Andretz, Shelby Case, Maya Schaub, Maggie Panuspatthana- Costume Execution
Superior awards were earned by:
Bianca Garcia- Acting for the role of The Fool
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened on December 31, 2023 and is currently open..
Refer to FAFSA for important information regarding the new updates.
Directions for how to create a login can be found here.
Additional information is available via FAFSA family and student webinars
Business Professionals of America Regionals
Congratulations to the SJHS Business Professionals of America (BPA) Club on their State Qualifiers and Honorable Mention students! Redwing students recently competed at Central Michigan University against 11 other schools. In total, over 400 students competed.
Full SJHS Results: https://docs.google.com/.../1nuPrAsFQdPrPO39QSetA.../edit...
Learn more about the BPA and other clubs at SJHS: https://www.sjredwings.org/.../highsc.../clubsandactivities/
Save the Date: Prom 2024 (4/19/24)
SJHS presents: Boots and Bling Prom
Friday, April 19th from 7:30-10:30
Westbrook Farmstead, 2033 Westbrook Rd, Ionia
$40 per person
Additional Details:
- Light Refreshments Provided
- Photobooth
- Tickets go on sale April 5th (open at 8am) - April 18th (close at 3pm)
- Tickets must be purchased individually.
- No freshmen are allowed this year due to space.
- Guest forms will be available starting April 1st and are due by April 16th.
- Guest forms must be turned in and approved before the guest's ticket can be purchased. Students must bring their student ID.
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.
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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