The Navigator Newsletter
Sycamore Junior High Family Communication
May 5, 2023
Sycamore,
This past week we welcomed the final month of the school year. In many classes this means they spent time outside enjoying the sun. Exploring their own interests related to the classes they take, or others began prepping for their final exams for their High School credit. We are in the final stage of packing/moving and our custodial team has worked tirelessly to support our staff and prepare our building.
For this coming week, please help us in showing our appreciation for our amazing teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week; May 8th - 12th. I encourage your family to take a few minutes to write a letter of appreciation to our staff on the form below. Teachers work hard....VERY hard....and nothing is more important than the safety and education of your child. Our teachers work tirelessly to ensure this day in and day out.
We hope you all have a fantastic weekend and we are excited to see your kids back on Monday!
-- Mrs. Schunk, Mr. Cole, Mr. Meyer
Coming Up
May 5-7: Choir, Band, and Orchestra Trip to Chicago
May 8-12: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 9: Orchestra Concert for grades 8-12 at Sycamore High School, 7 PM
May 16 - 17: Spring MAP Testing
May 22: Band Concert at Sycamore High School, 7 PM
May 23:Orchestra Concert for grades 5-7 at Sycamore High School, 7 PM
May 25: Choir Concert at Sycamore High School, 6:30 PM
May 26: 8th grade Day
May 26: Last Day of Classes and End of 4th quarter
June 7: 4th quarter final grades posted online
SJH Parent Bakers needed!!
Let's help the Staff Appreciation Committee celebrate the wonderful SJH staff on Monday, May 1st. Please see the sign-up below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4CA8A62CABFB6-dessert
Hello SJH Parent Bakers!! Staff Appreciation Week is coming up, and the PTO would like to celebrate our amazing staff with a dessert buffet on Monday, May 8th. If you are able to bake/buy a special treat to help say thank you for a wonderful year, we would greatly appreciate it! Please bring all donations to the front office by 9:30 am on Monday, May 8th. Thanks so much; Staff Appreciation Committee Questions? Call/text Christa Lloyd at 513-254-9763
FAST FOOD DELIVERIES AT SCHOOL
Parents are not permitted to drop off fast food for their children for lunch at any building entrance!
Students are not permitted to order food to be delivered during lunch!
Thank you for abiding by this rule.
MAP Testing!
On May 16th and 17th, students will undertake the final round of MAP testing for Reading and Math.
Students will go to their 1st bell classes on both days, but some students will test in alternative locations.
Here is how you can help!
They will need their school-issued Chromebook fully charged and updated. If they are in Flex Bell Friday or Monday, the update should happen at that time.
Encourage them to do their best!
Let them know that this is just one moment in time and that the score will only be used to help them be as successful as possible.
The schedule will be different on Monday and Tuesday→CLICK HERE to preview it!
LAST CALL for the 8th Grade Class Picture
Students/Families of the Class of 2027-
We are so excited to celebrate the LAST CLASS in this building!
On Thursday, April 27th, Lifetouch will take a Class Photo of the Class of 2027 in the Historic Junior High gymnasium at the end of the day. Attached is an order form if you would like to purchase a copy of the picture.
More information about 8th Grade Day is forthcoming!
Let us know if you have any questions!
SJHS Admin
Moving or Transferring out of Sycamore?
Parents:
If your family is moving or your child is transferring to a private school, please complete a student withdrawal form. Click on the following link for this form. Sycamore Student Withdrawal Form. The Ohio Department of Education requires a signed withdrawal form from a parent/guardian that includes the last date of attendance and the name of the new district/school. Also, the new school must send a records request with your child’s start date. Please email or drop off this form to Ms. Manning in the Counseling Office before May 18, 2023. I appreciate your cooperation.8th Grade Day
Junior High PTO News
Families of 8th grade parents, please join The Class of 2027 Facebook page
This is such an exciting time as our children are heading off to Sycamore High School. This page will be the best spot to gather as a community as we navigate the high school years. If you have any questions, please reach out to Victoria Margroum (page co-administrator and JH PTO President) at jhpto@sycamoreschools.org. Thank you.
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Victoria Margroum
Sycamore Junior High PTO President
District Updates
Event and Activity Flyers Now Listed On Website
Daily Student Video Announcements
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Sycamore Junior High School
Email: jhadmin@sycamoreschools.org
Website: www.sycamoreschools.org
Location: 5757 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 5136861760