JSE Tracks
Principal's Weekly News, October 19, 2020
JSE Monthly Attributes:
Characteristic of a Successful Learner (CSL): Be a Self-Directed Learner
Bucket-Filling Trait: Patience
#BearcatPride!
Good evening, JSE families,
We started our morning with breaking news from our JSE News broadcast! Mr. Smith informed us of our Words of the Week for this school year (WOW): Author's Purpose and Elated . Each week the JSE News will introduce the WOW words above to students and staff. We begin with an explanation of the word, model how to use the word in a sentence, and encourage use of the words throughout the week. Each word will be added to our school-wide word wall. According to Marzano and Pickering, leading United States educational researchers, “One of the key indicators of students’ success in school, on standardized tests, and indeed, in life, is their vocabulary" (Marzano & Pickering, 2005). With the understanding that vocabulary knowledge is an important factor in student learning and academic growth, we are excited to incorporate the WOW in all subjects and areas at JSE. Join us in using the words at home!
Common Sense Education provides a Top Picks, 24 tools for great vocabulary games, apps, and site. The website is below.
We gear up this week for fall parties next Wednesday, the 28th before fall break. Classroom parties will look a little different this year. Teachers are organizing them and will be reaching out to parents if they need any donations. Our kids will also view the NED show during their party. This is a fantastic assembly for National Bully Prevention Month and we are excited to present this show in each classroom through a virtual format. Just a reminder no school next Thursday and Friday for fall break!
Have a great week,
Mrs. Barnes
Picture Retake Information
Order Code is: 51398M
Your link to order is: inter-state.com/flyerentry/51398M
Students who ordered a package on original picture day but are choosing to get their picture retaken MUST bring their original picture package with them on retake day. We will not order them a new package until the old one is returned. They do not need to place a new order.
Attention Families of Virtual Students:
Free Breakfast/Lunch Curbside Pick-up at JSE: If you would like breakfast/lunch but were not able to sign up through the form, please let us know and we will add you to our pick-up list.
Front Office Vestibule Pick-up/Drop-off: Parents may use this to pick up student work or drop-off completed work. Please communication with your child's teacher if you have questions.
November 4th: Picture Retake Day, Virtual students may come in from 9-9:30am again. Information will come home in late October.
Picture Day is: Nov 04, 2020
Order Code is: 51398M
Your link to order is: inter-state.com/flyerentry/51398M
November 9th: Virtual Students may return to in-person or opt to continue virtual learning. The UTSC board passed the decision to continue the virtual learning option for 2nd trimester.
A Message from our Home/School Advisory, Mrs. Morton:
PTO NEWS: Our PTO is still in action!
- We are looking to bring a virtual assembly to our kids!
- Unfortunately, we will not be able to have our JSE Spooktacular Bash or Veterans Day Program this year. Instead...join in the pumpkin carving context by sending in a picture of your pumpkin! PTO sent out a letter with the details.
- VOLUNTEER: We will be looking for alternative ways to honor our community and family veterans! If you are interested in helping with this endeavor please let us know.
- Fall classroom parties will be planned by teachers this year and your teacher will reach out for your help as needed. No parent volunteers this year.
- Did you know you can email the PTO at johnsimatovichpto@gmail.com with any questions or volunteering information you need?
- PTO Meetings are virtual with our PTO board this year.
Body Safety Program
Our annual Body Safety Program is this week. The presentations will be this Wednesday and Friday. Mrs. Morton will share a schedule with you so that you may know if you child will view the presentation on Wednesday or on Friday. Please talk with your child after the program and remind them of the safe people around them at home and at school.
Fri"YaY" Highlight in Kindergarten
With the help of Mrs. Hawkins, Mrs. VanTil and the community, we were able to bring the pumpkin patch to JSE this year! Our kindergarteners had a blast finding their prize pumpkin!
Thank you for making this happen for our kiddos this year!
As we say on the daily news, "We work hard and have fun learning at JSE!"
Trunk or Treat Presented by WHS Girls Basketball October 30th 4:40-5:30PM
Please click HERE for more information on how this year's Trunk or Treat event will operate!
Important Dates:
October
28 fall classroom parties, no volunteers. Teachers will communicate ways you can help this year.
29,30 Fall Break No School
November
3 In-Person Voting at JSE
4 Picture Retake Day
6 No School, Teacher In-Service Day
9 Virtual Students may opt to return to in-person instruction
Harmony Parent Portal LINK: https://sis.union.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
With our current situation, please be reminded all dates, events, and information is subject to change. We appreciate you working together with us by checking your email regularly and reaching out to us with questions and concerns. Our partnership will remain strong for our children and community!
You are always welcome at JSE!
Please let us know how we can strengthen our partnership with you!
Feel free to contact me anytime! Very Sincerely, Mrs. Barnes
Leigh Barnes, Principal ext 3001
Barb Rittel, Secretary ext 3000
Lisa Morton, Home School Advisor ext 3003
Kathy Maniszko, School Nurse ext 3002
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
UTSC Job Opportunities:
- Substitute Teacher-Application on our district website. High School diploma required.
- Substitute Day or Evening Custodian-call our main JSE office. lbarnes@union.k12.in.us
- Bus Aide- Interested applicants should email Superintendent John Hunter at jhunter@union.k12.in.us
- UTSC Groundskeeper- Interested applicants should email Superintendent John Hunter at jhunter@union.k12.in.us
- UTSC Kitchen- Interested applicants should email Superintendent John Hunter at jhunter@union.k12.in.us
- UTSC Technology- Interested applicants should email Superintendent John Hunter at jhunter@union.k12.in.us
- Special Education Classroom Aide at UCE (9:00-3:30)- Interested applicants should email Chrissy Giraud at cgiraud@pces.k12.in.us