JSE Tracks December 16th
We are Lil' BEARCATS!
JSE Monthly Attributes:
Characteristic of a Successful Learner (CSL): Maintain Focus
Bucket-Filling Trait: Giving
Choir Parties and Classroom Winter Parties Celebrate JSE Memories and Friendship!
Bomb the Grinch for JSE Families
We continue to be astounded by the generosity of our kids and community; we were able to raise over $1000 through our Bomb the Grinch for UTSC families last week. This shows what an incredibly supportive community is growing at JSE!
It's a Great Day to be a JSE Bearcat!
On behalf of all JSE staff, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! I will enjoy my annual snowflake making activity with each class, relating the unique qualities of a snowflake to the unique qualities in each and everyone of us! I am grateful for the opportunity to spread the joy to each of our JSE kids.
Have a wonderful break! Here's to more learning endeavors to s-t-r-e-t-c-h every one of our children's academic achievement goals in 2020! As you spend time with your child this break, know that this special time together is also very impactful to their development and learning. Remember it's not about how much time you have, rather it's the quality of the time you spend together that really counts!
Thank you for your partnership, as always, to make your child's learning experience the best it can be. We are so very fortunate to be a part of a schoolhouse that works together on behalf of children!
Don't forget your holiday sweaters tomorrow!
Very Sincerely,
Leigh Barnes
Principal
Giving is what this season is all about at JSE❤️ Mrs.Stokes’ and Mr.Dobitz’s 3rd graders share joy at Rittenhouse of Portage. Pure and sweet, heartfelt giving moments captured!
One of the best gifts you can ever give a child "The Gift of Time" AND Resources for "I'm bored" over break...
A favorite way to spend break...READ, READ, READ! This is truly one of the best long-term gifts we can give a child's future!
Have you checked out your child's CANVAS page? Have them log-in, explore interactive links, and let them tell you how they use CANVAS in their classroom! Math Facts, Coding, Reading, and creative STEM links are just a few to keep them engaged over break! LINK to CANVAS Access Directions
Start with a very small reading or math practice goal each day and increase it as your child achieves it, this will build your child's stamina for working hard!
PTO News
- A huge THANK YOU to our PTO board for a successful, team approach to making JSE what it is for kids! Their timely efforts both at school and outside of school are so very much appreciated! Please take the time to thank a board member! Carey Minton, Sarah Fugett, Shana Martin, and Shelbie Detraz, THANK YOU!
- Did you know you can email the PTO at johnsimatovichpto@gmail.com with any questions or volunteering information you need?
- PTO Meetings usually occur the first Tuesday of each month at 6PM. Please consider attending the meetings this year, every JSE parent is welcome and encouraged to attend!
Reminder for all Kindergarten and 1st grade Families:
Important Dates:
December 20 End of 2nd Grading Period
December 20 Classroom Winter Parties 2pm
December 23 January 3 Winter Break! School resumes January 6th
January 9 Report Card Available
Wear your Bearcat Spirit Wear on Fridays!
You are always welcome at JSE!
Please let us know how we can strengthen our partnership with you!
Leigh Barnes, Principal ext 3001 lbarnes@union.k12.in.us
Barb Rittel, Secretary ext 3000 brittel@union.k12.in.us
Lisa Morton, Home School Advisor ext 3003 lmorton@union.k12.in.us
Kathy Maniszko, School Nurse ext 3002 kmaniszko@union.k12.in.us
Email: lbarnes@union.k12.in.us
Website: http://jsimatovich.union.k12.in.us/
Location: 424 West 500 North, Valparaiso, IN, United States
Phone: (219)759-2508
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JSEPTO/
Twitter: @JSimatovichElem