Good day, North Junior High. Here are a few words of wisdom.
When you're in the middle of a big challenge, it's difficult to imagine what
good will ever come of it; yet, time and time again people of great wisdom
tell us that challenges provide us with opportunities.
Here's how American actress Cicely Tyson says it: Challenges make you discover things about yourself that you never really knew.
When you're going through a difficult time, you can learn a lot about
yourself. You can learn how to handle things better the next time. You can
discover strengths you didn't know you had. You may realize you have
more support around you than you think.
So if you're going through a difficult time, remember this: Keep your chin up and keep an eye out for new discoveries about yourself and the world around you.
Have a great school year North students. Soar Eagles!
Sincerely,
Ellen Stewart Principal, North Junior High School
Please be sure to remind all of your families of district protocol in the event of a severe weather event. (The first reminder on weather protocols was posted as a 742 News story on the website in October as well as on our social media sites.) Your school newsletter is an ideal channel for this message. Refer families to the website homepage, where under Quick Links they will find all the information under Weather Announcements. https://www.isd742.org/Page/998
Weather related announcements. St. Cloud Area School District 742 Prepare. Engage. Educate. Empower. Inspire.
Winter weather and emergency situations are not predictable, and they may happen at any time. The purpose of the weather-related closing plan is to assist parents/guardians and students to be better prepared to deal with emergency situations and reduce their effects. Parents are encouraged to prepare for emergency closings. Special child care arrangements should be made which could be used in the event of a late start, early release, or a school closing. Ultimately, the parent/guardian should make the final decision whether a child should attend school during severe weather.
PARENT PICK UP AND PARKING LOT
DOOR 1
-Lane closest to the building is for parking. Please move forward as far as possible to allow others to park behind you and avoid blocking the entrance. -Middle lane is for moving traffic only. Please do not park in this lane. -Far lane is for parked cars to back out. Please do not block this area for our guests.
Always be kind and courteous to others and remind your students to exit the building asap to avoid long waits. Thank you!
SPRING SPORTS MESSAGE
If you are interested in joining any sports this Spring, please stop by the office for a registration form.
*ALL 7th & 8th graders MUST have a physical on file BEFORE participating in practice.
Softball, Baseball, and Track start date:
March 25th
JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Jameela Daniels, Hannah Knowlen, David Cao
Kylie Horn, Trevor Burnett, Estefania Gutierrez, Ifrah Aden, Lilly Dickinson
Not Pictured: Noah Bogle, Cardin Phan, Terrance Cage, Mohamed Abdulahi
Tasha Klimek, Meaghan Pooler, Shane Schluter, Pat Ridpath
JANUARY STAFF OF THE MONTH
Community Code Opportunities at Marco and St. John's
The registration is up and live for the next two Community Code opportunities for kids and their families. These are activities that we are planning to help keep the Hour of Code going which we participated in December. We are hoping to have a range of k-12 participants at the events and will have grand band activities. If you would like to help or share resources, please let me know!
At Marco, there will be Marco volunteers but we can always use more teacher help. It would an activity that you could attend with your family if you would like.
At St.John's there will be CS students helping with the activities. Again, you are welcome to attend alone or with your family!
Where Everyone Belongs (WEB) 8th mentor program was awarded a LEAF grant. WEB has used some of the funding to make and deliver Kindness Grams. In February, WEB also helped sponsor a family BINGO night. WEB leaders will teach one more lesson to the 6th graders in homeroom this year. In April applications for next years WEB leaders will be available for 7th graders.
On May 14th 2019, 6th graders will participate in a Minnesota Rendezvous Day activities in many of their classes at North. We plan to have guest speakers, hands on activities, and more. We are in need of a few parents to help out, if you are interested please contact Mrs. Herbert for more information. kristin.herbert@isd742.org
Children Dental Services
Children's Dental Services (CDS) provides dental care to
students, during regular school hours, at North Jr. High. This
may include: exams, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments,
sealants, fillings, crowns, extractors and other treatments as
needed. All students are welcome, regardless of insurance
coverage. If you would like your child to receive these services,
please stop by the front office or the district office. The two
main portions needing to be complete prior to submitting
application are: Step 1: "Patient Information" and Step 6:
"Parent/Guardian" signature of consent. Thanks
Soar Perks Card
Students at North who follow our PBIS expectations of being kind, safe and responsible.
Please be watching for the application from your child. You will need to sign it if you feel your child is following the school wide expectations.
Once your child receives their Perks Card they will receive:
-Monthly drawings for passes to skating place, bowling, Air Maxx, fast food rest etc.
-All students get 0 passes per day. Students with Soar Perks get 1 pass per day.
-Soar Perks and Students of the Month get first in line for lunch. You will be dismissed before everyone else from the lunch table. You will need to show your Perks Pass.
-Hat Day every assembly day
Monthly Rewards will be:
Month Perk
October Incentive Hat Day (PBIS Assembly Day Every Month)
November Incentive PJ Day (No Blankets) Nov 14th
December Incentive Cookies served during advisory on Dec 19th
January Incentive Gym Time during advisory for supervised time: Jan 16th
February Incentive Bingo in Little Theater for prizes: Feb 27th
March Incentive Popcorn: Pick up during advisory: March 27th, Door 1
April Incentive Root Beer Floats: April 24th end of day, students to
cafeteria at 3 pm
May Incentive Kickball: May 29th
Spirit Week
2019 Spirit Week is coming March 25-29!
Dress up Theme Days will be posted when we return from Mid-Winter Break. Stay tuned!
Our Spirit Week finale will include a North Showcase featuring many of the activities offered here at North.
