ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

Let’s start with a special announcement from Ms. Burton….  Students and staff, today in room 106, we will create our very own college flags during all three lunches! If you’re interested in a relaxing activity, please stop by and create with us!

Now here’s a special announcement:

Myth: There’s no reason to wait until you’re 21 to drink.

FACT: When you’re young, drinking alcohol can make learning new things more difficult.Also, people who begin drinking before they turn 15 are more likely to develop a drinking problem at some point in their lives than those who begin drinking at age 21 or older.If you or someone may have a drinking problem. Don’t wait. Talk to a parent, doctor, teacher, or anyone you trust.

From Jefferson Facilities:Please check downstairs in the Lost and Found today!  There are lots of jackets, lunchboxes, and more.  Items still there will be donated over spring break!

From Ms. Egbert:”There will be NO Anime club this Friday, March 24th. See you next week!”

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From the Library and your reading teachers:

Here are the 4 books that will compete in our Final Four this Friday:

Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Amari and the night brothers by B.B.Alston

Good girl’s guide to murder by HollyJackson

Dead flip by Sara Farizan Did your favorites move on?  Did your books compete like Princeton?  Or were they more like Kansas or Virginia? Come to the Library after TA to check out a Battle of the Books title.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  The Battles continue on Friday!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From the Library and your reading teachers:Here are the 4 books that will compete in our Final Four this Friday:

Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Amari and the night brothers by B.B.Alston

Good girl’s guide to murder by HollyJackson

Dead flip by Sara Farizan

Did your favorites move on?  Did your books compete like Princeton?  Or were they more like Kansas or Virginia? Come to the Library after TA to check out a Battle of the Books title.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  The Battles continue on Friday!

Now here’s a special announcement:Stimulant and Depressant: Mixing stimulants and depressants doesn’t balance or cancel them out. In fact, the results of combining drugs are unpredictable, often modifying or even masking the effects of one or both drugs. This may trick you into thinking that the drugs are not affecting you, making it easier to overdose. Let’s watch a video about “What happens when drugs are combined?”https://youtu.be/1Ur2I4Xk5k8

From Jefferson Facilities:Please check downstairs in the Lost and Found today!  There are lots of jackets, lunchboxes, and more.  Items still there will be donated over spring break! “

From Ms. Gray, cheerleaders there will be an end of season gathering this Tuesday March 21, in room 56 after school. Please stop by if you can make it! “

From Ms. Egbert:”There will be NO Anime club this Friday, March 24th. See you next week!”

From Mr. Siegel:Though they lost to Swanson, the Jefferson swim team had numerous highlights that should be shared:

Baylor Jarkowski took first place in the 100 yard freestyle, 25 yard backstroke, and the 50 breast.  Tyler Hong took first place in the 100 yard individual medley, the 50 backstroke, and the 25 breaststoke.  The 200 freestyle relay team of Tyler, Ben, Heedo and Baylor also took first place.  For the girls Amelia MacIvor received first place in the 100 individual medley and the 50 yard backstroke.  The 200 freestyle relay team of Coleen, Harper, Cate, and Amelia took first place.  It should be noted that Millie Marston took second place in the 25 yard freestyle by a loss of only four-hundredths of a second.  Ben Biggs was only nine-tenths of a second behind first place in the 50 freestyle.  Lucas Retzke was only one-tenth of a second behind first place in the 25 freestyle.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Burton:Students, don’t forget this week is College Awareness Week! (play video) Now here’s a special announcement (Ms. Burton)

From Mr. P Anderson:KPOP club will be held in Mr. P. Anderson’s room, room 266, after school.

From the Library and your reading teachers:Friday was the Elite 8 round of Jefferson’s Battle of the Books!

Here are the 4 books that will compete in our Final Four this Friday:

Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Amari and the night brothers by B.B.Alston

Good girl’s guide to murder by HollyJackson

Dead flip by Sara Farizan Did your favorites move on?

Did your books compete like Princeton?  Or were they more like Kansas or Virginia? Come to the Library after TA to check out a Battle of the Books title.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  The Battles continue on Friday!

From Ms. Burton:This week is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. NDAFW is an annual, week-long health observance that inspires dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth. Did you know good mental health reduces the likelihood of substance use/misuse? Let’s watch the video about Anxiety and Depression: https://youtu.be/O0glXGuLlXE

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Mr. J Anderson:In this year’s yearbook we would like to include a page featuring BeReals. Screenshot or save photos from your BeReal, upload it to your google drive, and submit the photos in the google form in today’s TA. Remember, anything inappropriate will not be selected. Also, we need more art submissions! Submit your favorite art pieces in the art form in TA. Thank-you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Burton:Students, don’t forget next week is College Awareness Week! (play video)

From Ms. Dunbar, Garden Club starts today! We will meet out by the Blue Shed at 2:40. This week we will be planting Sugar Snap Peas, transplanting Collards, and moving wood chips with wheelbarrows.

From Mr. Banach, 7th and 8th grade chorus students who are participating in the Assessment today should report to room 126 immediately after TA.   

From Ms. Wall, Ms. Zehren, and Ms. Rosegrant:Today is the day for our March Library Craft!  Please come join us in the Library during lunch to relax, listen to music, chat with friends, and make a shamrock bookmark!

From the Library and your reading teachers:Today is the Elite 8 round of our Battle of the Books!There are 4 matchups you need to vote for.  Go to your grade-level Canvas course.  The link is in today’s TA lesson and will be sent to your Canvas inbox.For each match, watch the videos and read the slides—and vote for the book you liked more…or the book you more want to read.Every student and teacher should vote because every vote counts!Vote today—polls close at 4pm today.  Results will be announced on Monday. Come to the Library after TA to check out a Battle of the Books title.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions!

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Mr. J Anderson:In this year’s yearbook we would like to include a page featuring BeReals. Screenshot or save photos from your BeReal, upload it to your google drive, and submit the photos in the google form in today’s TA. Remember, anything inappropriate will not be selected. Also, we need more art submissions! Submit your favorite art pieces in the art form in TA. Thank-you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar,Attention all Garden Club members and potential members: Garden Club begins this Friday, after school. Looks like we have great weather for our kick-off!

From Coach Detweiler and Coach Sam-All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade track students will have practice today. 6th graders who missed practice can still join on Thursday. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From: Ms. T, Mr. Banach, and Ms. GomezAttention all Band, Orchestra, and Chorus students:Please bring your Spring Trip Forms and Money to the theatre lobby immediately after morning announcements

From Mr. J Anderson:In this year’s yearbook we would like to include a page featuring BeReals. Screenshot or save photos from your BeReal, upload it to your google drive, and submit the photos in the google form in today’s TA. Remember, anything inappropriate will not be selected. Also, we need more art submissions! Submit your favorite art pieces in the art form in TA. Thank-you.

From Ms. Russo:Hey, 6th and 7th graders-Thursday Game Group will be held in Room 122 today. This is the room next to the Chorus & Orchestra room. See you there!  

From Ms. Tyler:Don’t forget there is Jazz Band today after school from 2:40 to 4 o’clock

From Mr. Malinosky:Congratulations to the following students who won the first part of the IB Learner Profile Excellence Awards. The Team/Grade level winners are as follows:

Now we move on to the regional compete   

From Emma Tramontozzi and Juliet Milder. Tomorrow is the last day to donate to our drive for Doorways. Please bring in supplies listed in the TA slides! Thank you to everyone who has already donated for your support! Again, tomorrow is the last day! Thank you!

From the Library and your reading teachers:

Thanks to all who voted in Friday’s Battle of the Books!  Here are the 4 books that will continue on to Friday’s Elite 8 round:

Good girl’s guide to murder by Holly Jackson

Freewater by Amina Luqman Dawson

King and the dragonflies by Kacen Callender

and Dead flip by Sara Farizan King and the dragonflies and Dead flip both won by about 10 votes—the battles were really close! Congratulations to these titles! All these books are available to check out (or you can put a hold on a title) from the Jefferson Library after TA.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions! Our next round of the Battle of the Books is this coming Friday with the 8 books that won their first round battles!

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar,Attention all Garden Club members and potential members: Garden Club begins this Friday, after school. Looks like we have great weather for our kick-off!

From Coach Detweiler and Coach Sam-There is no track practice today. All track students 6th, 7th, and 8th grade will have practice on Thursday. 6th graders who missed practice can still join on Thursday. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Mr. J Anderson:In this year’s yearbook we would like to include a page featuring BeReals. Screenshot or save photos from your BeReal, upload it to your google drive, and submit the photos in the google form in today’s TA. Remember, anything inappropriate will not be selected. Also, we need more art submissions! Submit your favorite art pieces in the art form in TA. Thank-you. 

From Emma Tramontozzi and Juliet Milder. Remember, the drive for Doorways is happening TODAY. Please donate supplies to support Doorways, a women and children’s shelter. Supplies needed are listed in the TA slides and bins to collect items are by the 8th and 6th grade stairs. The drive will be happening ALL WEEK so you still have time! Thank you for your support!

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is today, so don’t forget to submit!

From Ms. Wilkinson:All 8th graders in Ms. Wilkinson’s 7th period Spanish I class should follow the lunch schedule for 7th grade and go to 7th grade lunch and then to 7th period afterwards.

From the Library and your reading teachers:Thanks to all who voted in Friday’s Battle of the Books!  Here are the 4 books that will continue on to Friday’s Elite 8 round:

Good girl’s guide to murder by Holly Jackson

Freewater by Amina Luqman Dawson

King and the dragonflies by Kacen Callender

and Dead flip by Sara Farizan King and the dragonflies and Dead flip both won by about 10 votes—the battles were really close!

Congratulations to these titles! All these books are available to check out (or you can put a hold on a title) from the Jefferson Library after TA.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions! Our next round of the Battle of the Books is this coming Friday with the 8 books that won their first round battles!

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar,Attention all Garden Club members and potential members: Garden Club begins this Friday, after school. Looks like we have great weather for our kick-off!

From Coach Detweiler and Coach Sam-Track for 7th/8th grade starts today. We will meet in the gym before going outside. There is no track practice tomorrow. All track students 6th, 7th, and 8th grade will have practice on Thursday. 6th graders who missed yesterday’s practice can still join on Thursday. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Mr. J Anderson:In this year’s yearbook we would like to include a page featuring BeReals. Screenshot or save photos from your BeReal, upload it to your google drive, and submit the photos in the google form in today’s TA. Remember, anything inappropriate will not be selected. Also, we need more art submissions! Submit your favorite art pieces in the art form in TA. Thank-you.

From Emma Tramontozzi and Juliet Milder. Remember, the drive for Doorways is happening TODAY. Please donate supplies to support Doorways, a women and children’s shelter. Supplies needed are listed in the TA slides and bins to collect items are by the 8th and 6th grade stairs. The drive will be happening ALL WEEK so you still have time! Thank you for your support!

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From the Library and your reading teachers:Thanks to all who voted in Friday’s Battle of the Books!  Here are the 4 books that will continue on to Friday’s Elite 8 round:

Good girl’s guide to murder by Holly Jackson

Freewater by Amina Luqman Dawson

King and the dragonflies by Kacen Callender

and Dead flip by Sara Farizan King and the dragonflies and Dead flip both won by about 10 votes—the battles were really close!

Congratulations to these titles!

All these books are available to check out (or you can put a hold on a title) from the Jefferson Library after TA.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions! Our next round of the Battle of the Books is this coming Friday with the 8 books that won their first round battles!

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Emma Tramontozzi and Juliet Milder. Remember, the drive for Doorways is happening TODAY. Please donate supplies to support Doorways, a women and children’s shelter. Supplies needed are listed in the TA slides and bins to collect items are by the 8th and 6th grade stairs. The drive will be happening ALL WEEK so you still have time! Thank you for your support!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Art Club is Cancelled today.  We will be back in business next week.  See you then. And in case you weren’t listening: no art club today.

From the Library and your reading teachers:Thanks to all who voted in Friday’s Battle of the Books!  Here are the 4 books that will continue on to Friday’s Elite 8 round:

Good girl’s guide to murder by Holly Jackson

Freewater by Amina Luqman Dawson

King and the dragonflies by Kacen Callender

and Dead flip by Sara Farizan King and the dragonflies and Dead flip both won by about 10 votes—the battles were really close!

Congratulations to these titles!

All these books are available to check out (or you can put a hold on a title) from the Jefferson Library after TA.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions! Our next round of the Battle of the Books is this coming Friday with the 8 books that won their first round battles!

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From Mr. J Anderson:”Calling all TJMS artists! This year our yearbook staff has decided to include a page dedicated to art created by students here at TJ. Please submit your best artwork in the Google Form located in the TA calendar today. You will need to also include your FIRST and LAST name, your GRADE, and the TITLE of the artwork. Any inappropriate items submitted will NOT be chosen. You are able to submit up to two art pieces. Don’t forget to buy your yearbook! The link to purchase is on the TJ website. Thank you”

From Mr. Sam:Track and Field starts today, Monday, March 13th for all 6th graders only. Track and Field starts tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14th for 7th/8th graders only.  Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Emma Tramontozzi and Juliet Milder. For our community project we will be having a drive at TJ. Please support our community project by donating supplies to support Doorways, a women and children’s shelter. Drop off supplies to the bins around school. You can find them by the 8th grade and 6th grade stairs on the second floor. Also, check the TA slides for what you can donate. Doorways is looking for specific supplies so please only donate what is listed in the dock. Again, you can find this doc in the TA slides. The drive will last from March 13th to March 17th, next week. Please donate and thank you for your support!

From the Library and your reading teachers:Today is your chance in TA to learn about the remaining 8 titles in our Battle of the Books!   There are books with secrets, award winners, and realistic fiction, and a category called “Dead.”

After Announcements, please click on the blue highlit link in your grade-level TA lesson.  That link will take you to a new Battle of the Books Google form.

For each pair of books, you should watch videos and read the slide to learn about the books.  Then vote for your favorite…or the book you want to read more.  You will do that for 4 matches.  Then submit your form.

TAs might want to watch the videos as a class, but every student should have the form open and vote for their own choices.  This Monday, one book won by only 3 votes.  Every. Vote. Counts.Vote during TA.  If you don’t finish, polls stay open until 4pm.  Results will be announced on Monday.These books are available to check out (or you can put a hold on a title) from the Jefferson Library after TA.  Or you can check out ebooks or audiobooks of these titles in Destiny Discover.  See us in the Library if you have questions!

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From Mr. J Anderson:”Calling all TJMS artists! This year our yearbook staff has decided to include a page dedicated to art created by students here at TJ. Please submit your best artwork in the Google Form located in the TA calendar today. You will need to also include your FIRST and LAST name, your GRADE, and the TITLE of the artwork. Any inappropriate items submitted will NOT be chosen. You are able to submit up to two art pieces. Don’t forget to buy your yearbook! The link to purchase is on the TJ website. Thank you”

From Mr. Sam:Track and Field starts next week on Monday, March 13th for all 6th graders only. Last year the fastest 50 meter time for 12 year old girls was 7.6 seconds. The fastest time for 12 year old boys was 7.05 seconds.Track and Field starts next week on Tuesday, March 14th for 7th/8th graders only. The fastest 70 meter time for 14 year old girls was 10.61 seconds. The fastest time for 14 year old boys was 8.71 seconds. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From Mr. J Anderson:”Calling all TJMS artists! This year our yearbook staff has decided to include a page dedicated to art created by students here at TJ. Please submit your best artwork in the Google Form located in the TA calendar today. You will need to also include your FIRST and LAST name, your GRADE, and the TITLE of the artwork. Any inappropriate items submitted will NOT be chosen. You are able to submit up to two art pieces. Don’t forget to buy your yearbook! The link to purchase is on the TJ website. Thank you”

From Ms. Tyler:Don’t forget there is Jazz Band today after school from 2:40 to 4 o’clock

From Mr. Sam:Track and Field starts next week on Monday, March 13th for all 6th graders only. Last year the fastest 50 meter time for 12 year old girls was 7.6 seconds. The fastest time for 12 year old boys was 7.05 seconds.Track and Field starts next week on Tuesday, March 14th for 7th/8th graders only. The fastest 70 meter time for 14 year old girls was 10.61 seconds. The fastest time for 14 year old boys was 8.71 seconds. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.  From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Russo:After a winter hiatus, kickball is back on. See you, today, Wednesday, out on the field after school! All grade levels and people who have never played before are welcome!

From coach Gavin, attention wrestlers.There will have an end of season wrestling pizza party today, Wednesday, in room 59, the health room.If you were on the wrestling team, stop by room 59 for a slice of ‘za. We will watch a replay of the Big 10 wrestling finals.Any questions? See coach Gavin in room 231.

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From Mr. J Anderson:”Calling all TJMS artists! This year our yearbook staff has decided to include a page dedicated to art created by students here at TJ. Please submit your best artwork in the Google Form located in the TA calendar today. You will need to also include your FIRST and LAST name, your GRADE, and the TITLE of the artwork. Any inappropriate items submitted will NOT be chosen. You are able to submit up to two art pieces. Don’t forget to buy your yearbook! The link to purchase is on the TJ website. Thank you”

From Mr. Sam:Track and Field starts next week on Monday, March 13th for all 6th graders only. Last year the fastest 50 meter time for 12 year old girls was 7.6 seconds. The fastest time for 12 year old boys was 7.05 seconds.Track and Field starts next week on Tuesday, March 14th for 7th/8th graders only. The fastest 70 meter time for 14 year old girls was 10.61 seconds. The fastest time for 14 year old boys was 8.71 seconds. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Madame Moran:Crotchet Club will meet again today, Tuesday, March 7 after school until 3:30 pm in Room 239.  No experience needed but if you have a project you are working on, please feel free to bring it with you.  Ms. Jenks and Madame Moran look forward to seeing you!

From Ms. DunbarAttention 8th Graders: if your Community Project addresses food insecurity in Arlington, you may want to volunteer in our school’s Plot Against Hunger. Consider staying after school today. See Ms. Dunbar for more information. Here’s a special announcement:(Ms. Dunbar–video)

From Ms. Russo:After a winter hiatus, kickball is back on. See you, tomorrow, Wednesday, out on the field after school! All grade levels and people who have never played before are welcome!

From Ms. Wall, Ms. Z and your Reading Teachers:Thanks to all who voted in yesterday’s first day of our Battle of the Books!  It was great to see so many of you participating!  Now here are the first 4 books to make it into next week’s Elite 8 round:

Frizzy by Claribel Ortega

Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez

Amari and the night brothers by BB Aston – This was the closest match.  Only 3 votes separated the books in this match.  And Undercover latina by Aya De Leon

Congratulations to these titles!

Remember that every single vote counts—make sure your favorites move on by participating in our next Battle day on Friday. All 8 titles in yesterday’s battles are available to check out from the library.  If any of the videos interested you, come get the book—we have print copies as well as ebooks and digital audiobooks.  Come to the Library, or search in Destiny Discover.  Please let us know if you need some help.

From coach Gavin, attention wrestlers.There will have an end of season wrestling pizza party this Wednesday in room 59, the health room.If you were on the wrestling team, stop by room 59 for a slice of ‘za. We will watch a replay of the Big 10 wrestling finals.Any questions? See coach Gavin in room 231.

From Ms. Burton:Do you like recording on TikTok or use IG reels or like filming in general? Well this is the competition for you! March 20th – March 26th is National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week! Student Services are holding a #MyWhy Story video competition and the winner’s video will be shown on the morning announcement, during that week. Deadline to submit to Ms. Burton is March 15th.

From Mr. Sam:Track and Field starts next week on Monday, March 13th for all 6th graders only. Last year the fastest 50 meter time for 12 year old girls was 7.6 seconds. The fastest time for 12 year old boys was 7.05 seconds.Track and Field starts next week on Tuesday, March 14th for 7th/8th graders only. The fastest 70 meter time for 14 year old girls was 10.61 seconds. The fastest time for 14 year old boys was 8.71 seconds. Anyone can join Track and Field as long as you have turned in a sports physical this school year. If you have any questions, please see Coach Sam or Mr. Siegel.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.  From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Madame Moran:Crotchet Club will meet again on Tuesday, March 7 after school until 3:30 pm in Room 239.  No experience needed but if you have a project you are working on, please feel free to bring it with you.  Ms. Jenks and Madame Moran look forward to seeing you!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Art Club is cancelled today!  Sorry!

From Ms. DunbarAttention 8th Graders: if your Community Project addresses food insecurity in Arlington, you may want to volunteer in our school’s Plot Against Hunger. Consider staying after school on Tuesdays during March. See Ms. Dunbar for more information.

From Mr. P Anderson:“Kpop club will be held in Mr. P. Anderson’s room, 266, after school today.”

From Ms. Wall, Ms. Z and your Reading Teachers:Today is the first day of Jefferson’s Battle of the Books!  When Announcements are over, we need you all (students and staff) to open the link in today’s TA lesson to learn about the left side of our bracket.  These great 8 titles include graphic novels, fantasy stories, and books about fighting hate!   Watch the videos, read the slides, and vote between each pair of books!  Pick your favorite book—or the one you would want to read more.  Every vote counts, so please every person should vote.  If you don’t finish during TA, finish today—the polls close at 4pm today.  We’ll announce the winners tomorrow morning.

From Ms. Wall:If you brought in any of your overdue library books, please bring them to the library this morning.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Madame Moran:Crotchet Club will meet again on Tuesday, March 7 after school until 3:30 pm in Room 239.  No experience needed but if you have a project you are working on, please feel free to bring it with you.  Ms. Jenks and Madame Moran look forward to seeing you!

From Mr. J Anderson:Here’s a video: the link to buy the yearbook can be found on the school website

From Ms. Tyler:Don’t forget there is Jazz Band today after school from 2:40 to 4 o’clock Remember—student-led conferences are tomorrow.  There are no classes.  See you back on Monday!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? Overdue notices will be given to TA teachers later this week to be shared during conferences.  If you know you have an overdue library book, please return it or renew it in the Library now so you won’t have to have that conversation during your conference!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club meets today during lunches.  Use the TAB pass in our Canvas course to get lunch quickly and come meet in the Library.

Now here’s a special announcement:Hey there!  Ms. Wall here.I have two things to share this morning:

First:  Happy March!  March is a great time of the year for a couple of reasons.  There’s college basketball.  And it’s time for our Battle of the Books.  Your reading teachers and your library folks have come up with a bracket of 16 great books that we want you to learn about.  Starting next Monday (March 6th) with the left half of our bracket and then continuing on Fridays throughout March, the TA lessons will introduce you to pairs of books with videos and summaries and ask you to vote for your favorite—or the book you’d more like to read.  Before spring break we’ll have our Jefferson 2023 Champion!Take a look at the big bracket that’s displayed in the main hall outside the library!  Have you read any of the books yet?  These books will be available from the library.

Second thing:  I want to introduce you to our new second librarian, Ms. Jamie Zehren.  She and I will be working together to help you find great books and with everything in the Library.  Come by and say hello!

From Mr. Banach, Ms. Gomez, and Ms. T:All Band, Orchestra, and Chorus students who are in full year music classes should report to the theatre immediately for the Spring Trip Kickoff Assembly.  Please bring all of your materials with you, as you will go directly to 1st period after the assembly.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? Overdue notices will be given to TA teachers later this week to be shared during conferences.  If you know you have an overdue library book, please return it or renew it in the Library now so you won’t have to have that conversation during your conference!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Leonberger:”There will be no Compost Club today after school. February’s Compost Club meeting is rescheduled for Tuesday, March 7th. Again, this month’s Compost Club is rescheduled for next week.”

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club members:Today’s the day!  Our field trip to see Kelly Yang is happening today!    If we have your permission slip, please leave your 2nd period class at 9am, stop at your locker to put your things away, and come to the Library!  As soon as everyone is gathered, we’ll head out.  See you all soon!

Now here’s a special announcement:

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? Overdue notices will be given to TA teachers later this week to be shared during conferences.  If you know you have an overdue library book, please return it or renew it in the Library now so you won’t have to have that conversation during your conference!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club members:Remember:  our author visit field trip is tomorrow!  Please pay attention to tomorrow’s announcement and this afternoon’s Canvas message for final instructions!

Attention cheerleadersIf you have a cheerleading uniform to turn in, please bring it to Mrs. Gray’s office after the morning announcements.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

Overdue notices will be given to TA teachers later this week to be shared during conferences.  If you know you have an overdue library book, please return it or renew it in the Library now so you won’t have to have that conversation during your conference!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:READING BUDDIES: we meet today, after school, in Room 270. We meet immediately after TA on the stage in the auditorium for a re-do of the group picture.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club members in 6th and 7th grades: please check your Canvas messages for information about retaking our group pictures this morning.

Attention Cheerleaders:if you have a cheerleading uniform to turn in, please bring it to Mrs. Gray after the morning announcement.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: ATTENTION ALL READING BUDDIES: Tomorrow is our last visit to Fleet Elementary for this school year. We’ve had a wonderful group of readers from TJ this year, and our second grade buddies have really enjoyed our visits. Thank you to everyone who joined in to make this program a success!

ALSO: Our group photo for the yearbook will be redone, with better lighting, in the auditorium right after TA tomorrow.

From Ms. Dunbar:Attention all GARDEN CLUB members and potential members: We will begin our Friday after-school work sessions in three weeks, on March 17th. No permission slips required, just a willingness to learn and work together.

HOWEVER, if anyone would like to help with some wheelbarrow work today or next Tuesday after school, I please meet me at the Blue Shed after dismissal.

From Ms. Tyler:jazz band meets after school today from 2:40 to 4:00 in the Band room!

From Ms. Russo:No 7th grade game club today. See you next week!  Good luck to our Jefferson Wrestling team at the county meet this afternoon!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Black:Attention 6th and 7th graders: IF you have not turned in your course request form for next year to your school counselor, please note that the deadline is today! Please turn your course request in to your teacher or school counselor by today’s deadline to ensure that you get the classes you want next year.

From Ms. Bennett:Good morning! Anyone who has filled out the TA Book talk form and would like to film a book talk, please get a pass from your TA teacher and come to room 65 after announcements today to film with Ms. Bennett.

Now here’s a special announcement:Hi, I’m Zeynep Seyran. As you all know on February 6th devastating twin earthquakes struck southern Turkiye and northern Syria at magnitudes of 7.8 and 7.6. In one night everyone in that area lost everything. People are homeless, children are orphaned, and the unluckiest are pinned under concrete and rubble. Everyone is starving and cold. More than 50,000 people are dead. pause. As a Turk I am deeply saddened and must do something. Please support me and my cause by buying cookies today after school to help people in the disaster area. The cookies will be sold in the cafeteria.

From Coach Busby:The boys basketball team won an incredible game yesterday against Swanson 47-46. We were down 20 points midway through the 3rd quarter and made an amazing comeback, led by Quinlan Taylor’s shooting, Derrick Moore’s Defense and the game winning free throws by Kevin McLinton. I’m so proud of how the team never quit and how they won their last 3 games in a row. Thank you for a great season!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From your PTA:Our Restaurant Night at Los Chamacos Restaurant (922 S Walter Rd. Dr) is today, Tuesday February 21th from 9am to 10pm!  Los Chamacos will donate 15% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.  Just don’t forget to mention “Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA fundraiser” when you place your order. Thank you and have a great day!

Come join Mme. Moran and Ms. Jenks in room 239 after school today, Tuesday, February 21 for the first meeting of Crotchet Club!  No experience or materials are needed.  Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Black:Attention 6th and 7th graders: IF you have not turned in your course request form for next year to your school counselor, please note that the deadline is tomorrow! Please turn your course request in to your teacher or school counselor by tomorrow’s deadline to ensure that you get the classes you want next year. Extra forms are available from your school counselor.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJMS!The Model UN Club will have another Grab-n-Go today after school. Come to the cafeteria and help support the MUN Club by getting yourself some tasty snacks before going home. See you after school today!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies meets TODAY, after school, in Room 270. See you there!

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for next Restaurant Night at Los Chamacos Restaurant (922 S Walter Rd. Dr) on Tuesday February 21th from 9am to 10pm!  Los Chamacos will donate 15% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.  Just don’t forget to mention “Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA fundraiser” when you place your order. Thank you and have a great day!

Come join Mme. Moran and Ms. Jenks in room 239 after school on Tuesday, February 21 for the first meeting of Crotchet Club!  No experience or materials are needed.  Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies meets tomorrow. This will be our penultimate meeting of this year. Please plan to join us.

Now here’s Mr. Malinosky: Come join Mme. Moran and Ms. Jenks in room 239 after school on Tuesday, February 21 for the first meeting of Crotchet Club!  No experience or materials are needed.  Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Tyler:Jazz band meets today after school from 2:40 to 4:00 in the Band room! If you are interested in talking about and exploring the Bible, come to Kingdom Talk.  Sarai Gomez will be leading the discussion in Señora Ferrara’s classroom.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B electives for 6th graders.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning Yellow Jackets!The Model UN Club is having a Grab-n-Go sale with chips and soda today. We will begin directly after the final bell downstairs in the cafeteria, so bring your money and grab some goodies before going home! Remember,  grab-n-go in the cafeteria today after school. See you there! From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies: only two more Fridays left! Let’s finish strong. Plan to join us this week and next.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets today during lunches in the Library.  Use the pass in the Canvas announcements to get your lunch quickly and come join us in the Library.  Bring your iPad. The Library is closed after school for a staff meeting. Now here’s Mr. Malinosky:

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning Yellow Jackets!The Model UN Club is having a Grab-n-Go sale with chips and soda tomorrow Wednesday February 15th. We will begin directly after the final bell downstairs in the cafeteria, so bring your money and grab some goodies before going home! Remember,  grab-n-go in the cafeteria tomorrow after school. See you there!

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:Please bring any signed All-TAB author visit permission slips to us in the Library right after announcements today—we need your permission slips now!  If you want to go but don’t have your signed slip today, come talk things out with Ms. Wall before 8:30am

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:Please bring any signed All-TAB author visit permission slips to us in the Library right after announcements today.  We need to know who will be field tripping with us, so we need your permission slips by tomorrow!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

Now here are Ms. Burton and Mr. Hicks: Good morning. This is Ms. Burton, Program Counselor and Mr. Hicks Director of Counseling, and today is the final day of National School Counseling Week. We enjoyed talking with you this week about “dreaming big.” Whether it’s your dreams for yourself or for our school, dreams are the fuel that keep us moving forward. – BURTONAuthor Carl Sandburg said, “Nothing happens unless first we dream.” Take a minute, and think about your dreams. Dreams don’t have to be about a career. Dreams can be about feelings or even helping someone else achieve their dreams. What’s one thing you can do today that moves you one step closer to a dream – any dream? Write it down or draw a picture of it. Look at it when you need encouragement. HICKSOur dream for you is that you feel successful here at TJ and that you learn all the skills you need to reach your goals in life. We are here for you every day. BURTONThank you for celebrating National School Counseling Week with us. Have a safe and fun weekend! HICKS

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies meets TODAY in Room 270.  IMPORTANT: The Reading Buddies group picture is right after TA, at 8:30 on the stage in the auditorium. ALSO IMPORTANT: The Garden Club group picture will be right after the Reading Buddies picture, at 8:40 in the auditorium.

From Mr. J Anderson:Today is Group photo day.  The Yearbook will be taking pictures for clubs and organizations.

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:Please bring any signed All-TAB author visit permission slips to us in the Library right after announcements.But please be careful not to get trampled by the many, many students who we know will also be making their way to the Library to return or renew their overdue library books! On another note, the February Library Craft Day is today during lunches.  All are invited during their lunchtime to relax, talk with friends, listen to music, and make a paper flower bouquet—just in time to give to someone for Valentine’s Day next week.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From the PTAPlease come tonight to Bingo Night to have some fun and help the PTA raise funds for our school community! It is being held totoday at 6:30 pm at the Mini Gym.  The PTA is also seeking student volunteers for this event. Student volunteer roles include Bingo Night host, pizza sale, and bingo card sale. If interested, please sign up using the signup genius link on the PTA website, or contact Mr. Siegel. Have a good day!

Now here’s Ms. Rodriguez:Good morning. This is Ms. Rodriguez, your EL counselor and we are still celebrating National School Counseling Week. As we talk about “dreaming big,” how can our school help YOU dream big? Yesterday, we mentioned that our dream was that everyone in our school feels like they belong and that we create a welcoming and inclusive community together. When we build that kind of environment, our school is even more ready to help you discover and work toward your dreams.At our school, we want to ensure you have access to learning and extracurricular opportunities to help you dream your dreams. Singer Suki Waterhouse said, “Don’t stop yourself from doing something you want to do because of what others might think. Only you know yourself best.”Is anything stopping you from trying something new? A new challenge could be the first step to discovering your dreams. If you’re uncomfortable about stepping out of your comfort zone, let’s talk about it. We can help.

From Ms. Tyler:Don’t forget there is Jazz Band today after school from 2:40 to 4 o’clock

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Students—If you brought in your overdue library book today, please come to the library after announcements to return it or renew it if you still are using it.  If you have any questions, please come talk with us in the library.Teachers—Please follow up with the students on your TA overdue list today and remind students again about these books.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies meets tomorrow. Only three more weeks left, for those of you looking for Community Project experience. Hope to see you all in Room 270 tomorrow!

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:If you haven’t gotten your permission slip for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!  We need a final count of students by early next week, so get your signed forms back as soon as possible.Also, we’re taking yearbook group photos on Friday.  Please check the TAB Canvas course to see what times the TAB Club pictures are.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

From the PTA Please come to Bingo Night to have some fun and help the PTA raise funds for our school community! It will be held tomorrow, Thursday, February 9th at 6:30 pm at the Mini Gym.   The PTA is also seeking student volunteers for this event. Student volunteer roles include Bingo Night host, pizza sale, and bingo card sale. If interested, please sign you up using the signup genius link on the PTA website, or contact Mr. Siegel. Have a good day!

Now here’s Dr. Woody-Pope: Good morning. This is Dr. Woody- Pope, your 8th grade school counselor, and this week, we are celebrating National School Counseling Week. As you know, our theme for this week is “School Counselors: Helping Students Dream Big.” Today, I’d like to talk about my dreams for our school. My dream for our school is that every student feels supported and welcome. That we treat each other with kindness, embracing and celebrating our differences, listening and learning from each other. Author Audre Lorde said, “Tomorrow belongs to those of us who conceive of it as belonging to everyone, who lend the best of ourselves to it, and with joy.”  How can you help me meet my goals for our school? Can you reach out to someone today to ensure they feel like they are part of our school community? Do you feel like you belong? Let’s talk about how we can make our school a safe and nurturing space for all of us. You know where to find us. Have a wonderful Wednesday

From Ms. Burton: “In honor of School Counseling Week, each student will have a chance to win a prize each day. Pick up a bingo card, located outside of the Counseling Suite to play! Please turn it in to your grade level counselor’s mailbox by 2:00 p.m. each day to WIN! Good luck!”

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant: Students—If you brought in your overdue library book today, please come to the library after announcements to return it or renew it if you still are using it.  If you have any questions, please come talk with us in the library. Teachers—Please follow up with the students on your TA overdue list today and remind students again about these books.

From Ms. Bennett: TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant: TAB Club members: If you didn’t get your permission slip yesterday for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!  From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school: Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening! Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From the PTAPlease come to Bingo Night to have some fun and help the PTA raise funds for our school community! It will be held on Thursday, February 9th at 6:30 pm at the Mini Gym.  The PTA is also seeking student volunteers for this event. Student volunteer roles include Bingo Night host, pizza sale, and bingo card sale. If interested, please sign you up using the signup genius link on the PTA website, or contact Mr. Siegel. Have a good day!

From Ms. Campbell:Testing for select EL students continues today with the Reading Section. Students, please report to your testing room at the end of TA (8:30am).

Now here’s Ms. Russo: Good morning. This is Ms. Russo, your 7th grade school counselor, and this week, we are celebrating National School Counseling Week. Yesterday, we talked about how our job is to help you be successful and work toward your dreams. But did you know that I’ve achieved one of my dreams just by being your school counselor? It’s true.Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn said, “Follow your dreams. If you have a goal, and you want to achieve it, then work hard and do everything you can to get there.” My goal was to become a school counselor so I could support students like you. And I couldn’t be happier to be here. Every day is different, but we can tell you that we get tremendous joy in seeing you succeed. Your dreams are our dreams. Thanks for helping me make my dreams come true! Have a great Tuesday!

From Ms. Burton:“In honor of School Counseling Week, each student will have a chance to win a prize each day.Pick up a bingo card, located outside of the Counseling Suite to play!Please turn it in to your grade level counselor’s mailbox by 2:00 p.m. each day to WIN! Good luck!”

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Students—If you brought in your overdue library book today, please come to the library after announcements to return it or renew it if you still are using it.  If you have any questions, please come talk with us in the library.Teachers—Please follow up with the students on your TA overdue list today and remind students again about these books.

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:If you didn’t get your permission slip yesterday for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Ms. E Shepardson:Please congratulate the following students.  Their artwork was recognized in the Arlington region for the Scholastics Art and Writing Awards.

These students were awarded Silver Keys:

• Dante Barrios Klingle
• Mellissa Guzman Loaisiga
• Tori Lazo Bashford

These students were awarded Gold Keys, there work will advance to the National level:

• Ashley Aguilar
• Vanessa Benitez
• Aya Cooper
• Bruna De Azevedo Moreira Araujo
• Jack Ezzelle
• Cate LaGarde
• Mireiza Rivas Verastegui
• Rei Sovada

Look for their work on display soon.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. E Shepardson:Please congratulate the following students.  Their artwork was recognized in the Arlington region for the Scholastics Art and Writing Awards.

These students were awarded Silver Keys:

• Dante Barrios Klingle
• Mellissa Guzman Loaisiga
• Tori Lazo Bashford

These students were awarded Gold Keys, there work will advance to the National level:

• Ashley Aguilar
• Vanessa Benitez
• Aya Cooper
• Bruna De Azevedo Moreira Araujo
• Jack Ezzelle
• Cate LaGarde
• Mireiza Rivas Verastegui
• Rei Sovada Look for their work on display soon.

From the PTAPlease come to Bingo Night to have some fun and help the PTA raise funds for our school community! It will be held on Thursday, February 9th at 6:30 pm at the Mini Gym.  The PTA is also seeking student volunteers for this event. Student volunteer roles include Bingo Night host, pizza sale, and bingo card sale. If interested, please sign you up using the signup genius link on the PTA website, or contact Mr. Siegel. Have a good day!

Now here’s Ms. Black:Good morning. This is Ms. Black, your 6th grade school counselor, and today is the first day of National School Counseling Week. The theme of this year’s week is “School Counselors:Helping Students Dream Big.” Did you know that our number one goal, as a school counselor, is to help you succeed?Whatever you need to be successful at school – whether that’s learning how to stay motivated to complete your work, having positive relationships with your fellow students, advocating for yourself or overcoming barriers – we are here for it.You’ve probably heard of actor and producer Tyler Perry. He said, “I don’t think the dreams die.I think people give up. I think it gets too hard.” Sometimes achieving your dreams IS hard, but I’m here to help you not give up. As a school counselor, we want to help you achieve your dreams. What are your dreams? How can we help you make a plan to achieve them? Let’s talk about it. Have a great Monday!

From Ms. Burton:“In honor of School Counseling Week, each student will have a chance to win a prize each day.Pick up a bingo card, located outside of the Counseling Suite to play!Please turn it in to your grade level counselor’s mailbox by 2:00 p.m. each day to WIN! Good luck!”

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJMS!The Model UN Club continues to show why Thomas Jefferson Middle School is truly the Best of the Best! Only three Yellow Jackets went to Washington, DC this past Saturday for another MUN conference and ALL THREE WON AWARDS! Please congratulate these TJ students for their excellent work in their respective committees:Nareh Wilson won Commendation, Noah Hammerman won Outstanding Delegate, and HeeDoh Kang won the top award in his committee, Best Delegate.Again, congratulate these fellow Yellow Jackets for representing TJMS so well!

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Overdue reports were distributed to TA teachers.Students—please find and return your overdue books.  If you are still using a book, bring it to the library to renew it.  If you have any questions, please come talk with us in the library.Teachers—please keep reminding students about these books.  We could really use your help checking in with students to help them remember!

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:If you didn’t get your permission slip yesterday for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:If you didn’t get your permission slip yesterday for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets today after school in Room 270. If you have a completed, signed permission form, you are welcome to join us today, and for the three remaining meetings this month. If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Campbell:ACCESS testing for EL students continues today beginning at 8:30am. Students who took the Listening and Reading tests last week will take the Writing test today. Please report to your testing location at the end of TA.Your testing location can be found in your Canvas email or from your TA teacher.

From Ms. Tyler:Don’t forget today there is Jazz Band after school from 2:40 to 4:00 in the band room!

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club members:If you didn’t get your permission slip yesterday for our All-TAB author visit, please come get one from the Library today!

From Coach Busby,Congratulations to the boy’s basketball team for their victory over Dorthey Ham on Tuesday, 46-32. The team played a great game start to finish with a great rebounding performance from Jawuan Tyler. The next game is today at Swanson.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets TOMORROW, and every Friday in February. If you are hoping to join us for Community Project action plan purposes, please please please RETURN YOUR PERMISSION FORM to Ms. Dunbar during TA today or tomorrow. If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Gomez:”Please congratulate the TJMS 7th and 8th grade Students who played in the Arlington All-County Honors Orchestra.”

• Nina Baba
• Deliana Belan
• Ellie Chong
• Sarai Camey Gomez
• Ellie Earle
• Anna Heighberger
• Greta Ibinson
• Kira Komlodi
• Momoka Lyons
• Marielle McKenzie
• Kristjana Quick
• Anastasia Rosario
• Kaya Spitzak
• Ashley Valdez

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club meets today during lunches.  Come get a field trip permission slip to All-TAB for our author visit!  If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Mrs. Foley:I am pleased to announce that 9 TJMS 8th graders were recognized for their fine writing in this year’s regional Scholastic Art and Writing awards. These students faced fierce competition from nearly 2,000 DC-area students, most of them in 11th and 12th grade.

Congratulations to the following students:

–Cate LaGarde, Alexandra Mooney, Sumra Rahman, and Claire Schwentker, who each received an honorable mention for memoir;

–Oleg Kaitov and Kai Simkiss, who each received a Silver Key award for memoir; and

–Jada McAfee, Harper Rath and Emma Tramontozzi, who each received a Gold Key award for memoir. These three students will now advance to the next level of competition.

If you see these students, please congratulate them on their achievement, and wish Jada, Harper and Emma luck in the next round!  Also, a big shout-out to all the students who entered this contest on their hard work in preparing for this competition.

From Ms. Bennett:TJMS Writers and Artists: Now that the first semester is over, it’s time for the Winter edition of the Jefferson Journal of Art and Writing! If you have poems, stories, art, photography, or other work you are proud of from this semester and want to publish, please share it with the world! To submit your work you can go to tinyurl.com/TJMSlit and click “submit your work” or you can send it to Ms. Bennett at Katlyn.bennett@apsva.us. Submissions for the winter edition are due on Friday February 10.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Please join us in the Library today during your lunchtime for our January Library Craft.  Students have the opportunity to make teacup bookmarks, relax, listen to some music, and chat with friends.  Come today during lunches!

From Ms. Leonberger:”Do you love the DEATH, ROT, AND DECAY of Compost Club but wish there was more ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION? Do you love the ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION of the Jefferson Environmental Club but wish there was more DEATH, ROT, AND DECAY? Well do we have an announcement for you! Today both the Compost Club AND the Environmental Club is hosting a documentary movie screening, after school in room 284 (Ms. Leonberger’s room). Snacks WILL be provided! Come after school TODAY to room 284 to watch a movie, eat snacks, and learn about how composting can save the planet! For more information, ask Mr. Siegel! Or Ms. Leonberger or Mr. Malinosky”

If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms Dunbar and Ms WaringREADING BUDDIES MEETS TODAY. If you are a new member trying to get started on Community Project hours, please come see Ms. Dunbar in the Library during TA this morning. Bring your permission forms if you have them. Now here’s a special announcement from the Yearbook:Hi.  I’m Bee. Hello all artists! If you have art that you’re proud of, consider submitting it to the Yearbook. Talk to your TA teacher if so.

From Mr. Siegel Permission slips to go to the carshow in DC tomorrow with the Jefferson Car Club must be turned in to Mr. Siegel today.    If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning Yellow Jackets!The Model UN Club is having a Grab-n-Go sale with chips and soda today after school. We will begin directly after the final bell downstairs in the cafeteria, so bring your money and grab some goodies before going home! Remember,  grab-n-go in the cafeteria today after school. See you there!

From Ms. Tyler:“Don’t forget there is Jazz Band after school today from 2:40 to 4:00 in the band room!”

From Ms. Russo:It’s Thursday! Come to Game Group during 6th and 7th grade lunch in Room 106.

From Mr. SiegelCome to the home basketball game after school today as your Jefferson Yellowjackets take on the Gunston hornets.  We need all the noise we can get, that means we need you there.  Come to the gym after school and take the late buses home afterwards. Anyone who wants to go to the carshow in DC on Saturday with the Jefferson Car Club should grab a permission slip at lunch today.  This is open to students in all grades.  Slips must be turned into Mr. Siegel by tomorrow.  Mr. Siegel will be at the outdoor lab today, however, permission slips will be on the tall round tables in the cafeteria where the adults sit.  If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Boda:FACS students will be selling home-made chocolate chip cookies today to raise money for FCCLA. Cookies will be sold in the front lobby after school. Get your cookies before you go to the Talent Show or get on the bus. Two cookies for a dollar! Now here’s Mr. Malinosky:(community project)

From Mr. Clark:Good morning Yellow Jackets!The Model UN Club is having a Grab-n-Go sale with chips and soda tomorrow Thursday January 26th. We will begin directly after the final bell downstairs in the cafeteria, so bring your money tomorrow and grab some goodies before going home! Remember,  grab-n-go in the cafeteria tomorrow after school. See you there!  If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From your PTA:Our Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) is today,  Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Ms. Campbell:ACCESS testing for EL students continues today beginning at 8:30am. Please report to your testing location at the end of TA. If you were absent yesterday, you will still test today. Check your Canvas email for your testing location.

From Ms. Boda:FACS students will be selling home-made chocolate chip cookies on Wednesday to raise money for FCCLA. Cookies will be sold in the front lobby after school. Get your cookies before you go to the Talent Show or get on the bus. Don’t forget to bring some money on Wednesday, two cookies for a dollar!

From Mr. Carter:Math Counts will meet today after school for the school math contest. Meet in Mr. Carter’s room, 255.

From Mr. Siegel:Clear your schedule!   Boys basketball home opener today after school.  Students staying for the game cam take the late bus home.   If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) on Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJMS!The Model UN Club has three Yellow Jackets who won awards this past weekend at the Dorothy Hamm Middle School MUN conference: Kidus Behailu, Noah Hammerman, and Jaxon Grupenhoff.Please congratulate them for their exceptional performance in their respective committees!Also, the Model UN Club will be having another Grab-n-Go sale later this week, more information to come!Have a great week!  If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) on Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Ms. Burton:Even though this is the last day of No Name-Calling Week, continue to treat others with respect, gratitude and kindness. Use words with your peers that you hope others will use with you.You may never know the impact of your words on others.We leave you with this quote: “Be careful with your words. Once they are said, they can only be forgiven, not forgotten.”  If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets today in Room 270, right after school.

From Ms. Tyler:”Don’t forget there is Jazz Band today after school from 2:40 to 4 o’clock”

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) on Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Ms. Burton:It’s No Calling Week and here’s the Fact of the day:Did you know? In the 2021 Glsen Climate survey, nearly all LGBTQ+ students (97.0%) heard “gay” used in a negative way at school; 68.0% heard these remarks frequently or often, and 93.7% reported that they felt distressed because of this language. •Use of expressions such as “that’s so gay” has remained the most common form of biased language heard by LGBTQ+ students in school. It’s up to you to speak upfor your LGBTQ+ peers.

If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies will meet again this Friday, and every Friday for the following five weeks. If you signed up and keep meaning to come, NOW is the time to get started!We meet in Room 270 right after school on Fridays.

From Ms. Calhoun:GSA is canceled today. We will see you next week!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) on Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Ms. Burton:It’s No Calling Week and here’s the Fact of the day:Did you know? Name calling often occurs in jokes. Kids and adults alike may tease one another by making up silly nicknames for each other or call each other names almost out of friendship or affection. When name calling is meant with malicious intent, it is always considered bullying. Choose Kindness!

From Ms. Burton:If you are interested in taking ACT II classes for the 2nd semester, please pick up a form today from the ACT II teacher OR the counseling suite. ACT II will start on Feb. 6th.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies will meet again this Friday, and every Friday for the following five weeks. If you signed up and keep meaning to come, NOW is the time to get started!We meet in Room 270 right after school on Fridays.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets today during lunches.  Use the pass in the TAB Canvas course to get lunch quickly.  Bring your iPad, and come hear about this year’s All-TAB author visit. The Library is closed after school today for a staff meeting.

From Ms. Holland:ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.          This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents had to be uploaded on the Scienceteer website by January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards were due January 13.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella Pizzeria (1621 S. Walter Rd. Dr.) on Tuesday January 24th, 11:30 am to 9pm.  Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Ms. Burton:This week is No-Name Calling Week sponsored by GLSEN. GLSEN works to ensure that LGBTQ students are able to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment. Throughout the week, we will provide you with facts about the impact of name calling, promote kindness and celebrate diversity.Fact of the day: Did you know? Name-calling can have serious consequences on mental health.In fact, many researchers feel it is one of the most damaging forms of bullying. For instance, some victims become so depressed from name-calling that they begin to feel worthless, helpless, and out of control. Let’s put an end to Name Calling.Play video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMY16X3Zlww

From Ms. Holland:ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.          This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents had to be uploaded on the Scienceteer website by January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards were due January 13.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies meets today! Please join us in Room 270, after school.  There is no school on Monday. It is a day to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy.  This holiday is officially designated as a national day of service.  See what you can do to help your community, or your neighbors, or your family.  Make it a “day on, not a day off!”  We’ll see you back at school on Tuesday.

From Ms. Holland: ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.          This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later than today, January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due today, January 13.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school: Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening! Have you checked Canvas yet today?

All books checked out before winter break are now overdue. Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over. If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Russo: Game Group for Grade 6 and 7 will be held during lunch today.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring: Attention all Reading Buddies: please join us tomorrow, in Room 270, after school. We will be reading with Ms. Groth’s 2nd grade class this week. See you then.

From Ms. Holland: ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.          This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later than tomorrow, January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due tomorrow, January 13.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Russo: Kickball is on for today, Wednesday January 11th! By the way, we need more girl power—please come if you can! And Game Group for Grade 6 and 7 will be held as usual during lunch on Thursday.

From Ms. Wall: The Library will be closed after school today.  A teacher group is meeting.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school: Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening! Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue.Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over. If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

From Ms. Holland:

ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.

This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due on January 13.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Carter: Math Counts will meet after school today in room 255 with Mr. Carter.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring: Reading Buddies: thanks to everyone who came out this past Friday with very little notice. We will meet again this Friday, and continue meeting every Friday through February. Please plan on joining us as often as you are able.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school: Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening! Have you checked Canvas yet today? All books checked out before winter break are now overdue. Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over. If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

From Ms. Holland: ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.

This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due on January 13.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school: Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening! Have you checked Canvas yet today?

All books checked out before winter break are now overdue. Please return them to the Library right away—but not until after the Morning Announcements are over.If you are still reading your book, please bring it to the Library so we can renew it for you!

From Ms. Holland: ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.

This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due on January 13.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From  Madame Moran:French 1 and 2 students predicted how different countries would perform in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.  The following students tied for first and second place.  They had the most accurate predictions of all students!  The following students should go to Mme. Moran’s room after the announcements to pick out a prize that was sent directly from France.

First place tie:  Tyler Hong, Fernando Vera Pando and Henry Odar

Second place tie:  Zee, Knox and Lucas Onoffrey

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Ms. Holland:

ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.

This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due on January 13.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Busby:Tryouts for boys basketball start today, Wednesday January 4th for 6th graders.  7th and 8th graders will try out tomorrow, Thursday January 5th .

From Ms. Russo:Due to rain and department meetings, there will be no kickball after school this Wednesday. Hopefully we will see you next week!

From Ms. Holland:ATTENTION ALL SCIENCE FAIR PARTICIPANTS.          This is a friendly reminder that the TJMS Science Fair will be January 19, 2023.  All sections and documents must be upload on the Scienceteer website,  no later January 13, 2023. In addition, ALL science fair boards are due on January 13.

From  Madame Moran:French 1 and 2 students predicted how different countries would perform in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.  The following students tied for first and second place.  They had the most accurate predictions of all students!  The following students should go to Mme. Moran’s room after the announcements to pick out a prize that was sent directly from France.

First place tie:  Tyler Hong, Fernando Vera Pando and Henry Odar

Second place tie:  Zee, Knox and Lucas Onoffrey

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club meets today during lunches in the Library.  Use the pass in the TAB Canvas course to get lunch quickly, bring your iPad, and come join us!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Happy New Year! Today is an A Day.

From Mr. Busby:There will be a boys basketball interest meeting today right after school in room 283, for anyone who wants to try out. Tryouts will start on Wednesday January 4th for 6th graders and Thursday January 5th for 7th and 8th graders.

Congratulations to the following Jefferson students who won awards in their categories in the middle school division of this year’s Arlington County PTA Reflections Contest.  This year’s theme was “Show your voice!” The top winner from each category and age division is selected as “Outstanding interpretation of the theme” and goes on to compete in the Virginia State PTA Contest. Please congratulate the following students for their success:

For Film, Lily Snider – Outstanding interpretation

For Literature, Nora Scott – Outstanding interpretation

For Photography, Sami Wiriyotin – Award of excellence

For Visual Arts, Sami Wiriyotin – Award of merit

All winners will be celebrated at an Awards Ceremony at W-L on January 17th.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!

Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, today is the last day that lost items will be on the shelves down in the lunchroom!  If you’ve lost your lunch box, water bottle, jacket, or other clothes, go check today to see if it’s there.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!

From Ms. Egbert:”There will be NO Anime club meeting today. We’ll meet again after Winter Break.”

From Ms. Russo:7th Grade Game Club is today in Room 106!

From Mr. Busby:There will be a boys basketball interest meeting on Tuesday January 3rd in room 283, the day we get back from the break, for anyone who wants to try out. Tryouts will start on Wednesday January 4th for 6th graders and Thursday January 5th for 7th and 8th graders.

From Mr. Siegel:There are no after school activities today.  Make sure you catch the regular afternoon bus home if you ride a bus.

From Ms. Wall:Take some time to read this holiday!  Even though the Jefferson Library will be closed, r remember that there are lots of digital options 24/7  for you:  Flipster magazines, graphic novels and manga in ComicsPlus in the  Mackin app, ebooks and audiobooks in Destiny Discover and MackinVia.  And the public library will be open for much of our winter break.The Library is closed after school today.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  On the shelves are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  Tomorrow, Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Mr. Malinosky:Hi Everyone,The full SCA will meet on Thursday morning on the gold side of the cafeteria after the announcements. We will tape candy canes to the messages and talk about plans for 2023.

From Ms. Egbert:”There will be NO Anime club meeting this Friday, December 16th. We’ll meet again after Winter Break.”

From Ms. Russo:7th Grade Game Club will be moved to Friday this week. So no game group today, but see you tomorrow in Room 106!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B Electives for 6th graders.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  On the shelves are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  This Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Ms. Russo:There will be no kickball after school today (Wednesday) 12/14. Depending on the weather, we will resume after the break!

From Mr. Clark:Good Wednesday Yellow Jackets,Don’t forget to come to the cafeteria after classes today to grab some freshly made donuts. See you later today for some delicious donuts after school, in the cafeteria!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets today during lunches in the Library.  We look forward to seeing you!

From Ms. Burton:“8th grade, today is Career Day! Make sure to pick up your Career Day schedule from your TA.”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  On the shelves are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  This Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Mr. Clark:Happy final-week-of-school for 2022 TJMS!Remember that the Model UN Club will be having our donut sale after classes tomorrow Wednesday December 14th, in the cafeteria. Come on down to the cafeteria after school and get a freshly made donut, or 2-3 to share with friends, and help the MUN Club raise money. See you in the cafeteria after classes tomorrow! Have a safe and enjoyable Winter Break!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered your overdue library books today, please bring to them to the Library after morning announcements to return or renew them.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are today, Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From your PTA:Today is our next Restaurant night at Wendy’s (3431 Columbia Pike) from now until 9pm. Wendy’s will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  On the shelves are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  This Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Today is locker cleanout during TA after announcements.  Students should go to their lockers by grades—8th graders 8-8:10am, 7th graders 8:10-8:20am, and 6th graders 8:20-8:30am.  Please return any found library books to the library, throw away any trash or old lunches, and pack up extra jackets and clothes to take home.  TA teachers have been given lists of overdue books checked out to their students.  If students have any questions, they should come talk to us in the library.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are on Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies: Today is our final meeting before Winter Break. If everyone who signed up comes this week, we’ll be able to read to TWO 2nd grade classes. We meet in Room 270.

From your PTA:Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Wendy’s (3431 Columbia Pike) on Monday December 12, 06:30 am to 9pm. Wendy’s will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Please don’t forget to mention Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA when you order.

From Mr. Clark:Very good Friday TJMS!The Model UN Club is having another highly anticipated donut sale this coming Monday December 12th. Yes, we will be selling freshly made donuts this Monday in the cafeteria. Bring some money and come on down to the cafeteria after classes let out. See you on Monday after classes! Happy Holidays to everyone!

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  On the shelves are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? “

From your TJMS Yearbook staff, due to technical difficulties with the 8th grade superlative form, we have decided to send out a new link. We would like all 8th graders to resubmit their answers. Please remember that you can now only submit one response! 8th grade TA Teachers please have your students fill out the new form! , the link is in the TA canvas course!”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are on Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies: this Friday will be our final meeting before Winter Break. If everyone who signed up comes this week, we’ll be able to read to TWO 2nd grade classes. We meet in Room 270.

From Madame Moran:Do you like to crochet or knit?  Do you want to know how to crochet or knit?  Come to the Crochet Club interest meeting today in room 238 right after school.  This is Madame Moran’s room.

From Mr. Appanah:Students, please take a look at the lost and found shelves down in the lunchroom!  There are a lot of lunch boxes, water bottles, jackets, and other clothes that have been left all over the school.  If you’ve lost something valuable, please go ask in the main office.  Go look today!  Friday December 16th is the last day things will be on the shelves.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Coach Gavin:Attention wrestlers, there is pre-season practice today.”  Talk with Coach Gavin if you have any questions.  “ From your TJMS Yearbook staff, due to technical difficulties with the 8th grade superlative form, we have decided to send out a new link. We would like all 8th graders to resubmit their answers. Please remember that you can now only submit one response! 8th grade TA Teachers please have your students fill out the new form! , the link is in the TA canvas course!”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A Electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are on Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies: this Friday will be our final meeting before Winter Break. If everyone who signed up comes this week, we’ll be able to read to TWO 2nd grade classes. We meet in Room 270.

From Madame Moran:Do you like to crochet or knit?  Do you want to know how to crochet or knit?  Come to the Crochet Club interest meeting Thursday, December 8 in room 238 right after school.  This is Madame Moran’s room.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Coach Gavin:Attention wrestlers, our next pre-season practice will be Thursday.”  “ From your TJMS Yearbook staff, due to technical difficulties with the 8th grade superlative form, we have decided to send out a new link. We would like all 8th graders to resubmit their answers. Please remember that you can now only submit one response! 8th grade TA Teachers please have your students fill out the new form! , the link is in the TA canvas course!” Today is an early release day so teachers can have meetings.

From Ms. Wall:  The Library is closed after school today.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are on Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies: this Friday will be our final meeting before Winter Break. If everyone who signed up comes this week, we’ll be able to read to TWO 2nd grade classes. We meet in Room 270.

From Madame Moran:Do you like to crochet or knit?  Do you want to know how to crochet or knit?  Come to the Crochet Club interest meeting Thursday, December 8 in room 238 right after school.  This is Madame Moran’s room.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Coach Gavin:Attention wrestlers, we will have a pre-season practice after school today, Tuesday, in the gym. Come out if you are interested in joining the wrestling team. If you can’t make it today, our next pre-season practice will be Thursday.”

“From your TJMS Yearbook staff, due to technical difficulties with the 8th grade superlative form, we have decided to send out a new link. We would like all 8th graders to resubmit their answers. Please remember that you can now only submit one response! 8th grade TA Teachers please have your students fill out the new form! , the link is in the TA canvas course!” 

From Mr. Clark: Our Model UN Club just heard from the sponsor of last weekend’s  MUN conference at Thomas Edison High School.  Two additional students won awards:  Kaya Gadhia and Jaxon Grupenhoff both won a Verbal Commendation for their committee participation. Congratulations again to all our students for their outstanding work!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler: The Jefferson Jazz Band is starting up soon! We are looking for ANY Jefferson students who play piano, guitar, and bass to join our jazz band! Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. Auditions are on Monday, December 12 and a sign-up sheet is on the band room door. See Ms. T for more information.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?   “

From the TJMS Yearbook Staff. This announcement is for 8th graders! You can now vote for the final 8th graders for each superlative category. We have narrowed it down to the final few who received the most votes from the last form. 8th grade Ta teachers please have your students complete the form, you can find the link to vote in the 8th grade  TA canvas course.”

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJMS!Our Model UN Club participated in another MUN conference at Thomas Edison High School and two Yellow Jackets won awards in their committee: Noah Hammerman won Honorable Mention, and TJ’s very own Vice President of the SCA took home the highest award of BEST DELEGATE in her committee!Please congratulate these two fellow Yellow Jackets for their outstanding work and the other 7 MUN delegates who represented our school so honorably this past Saturday.Have a great week!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies today! We meet in Room 270, in the Dolphin area. Hope to see you there!

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?   “

From the TJMS Yearbook Staff. Today is our final picture day. The Schedule will be sent out in a canvas message.  This announcement is for 8th graders! You can now vote for the final 8th graders for each superlative category. We have narrowed it down to the final few who received the most votes from the last form. 8th grade Ta teachers please have your students complete the form, you can find the link to vote in the 8th grade  TA canvas course.”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets this Friday! We will be reading with Ms. Clark’s 2nd grade class.Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today?

From Mr. Gavin:Preseason wrestling continues today, Thursday, December 1st after school in the gym. Great job to everyone who practiced on Tuesday. If you are interested in wrestling, stop by the gym after school today to learn more.

From Ms. Russo:It’s Thursday! That means game group during 6th and 7th grade lunch in room 106. See you there!

From Ms. Leonberger:” The TJMS GSA is meeting today, December 1st after school in the gold commons downstairs. All are welcome. See you there!”

From the Yearbook staff:Good Morning TJ, This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday December 2nd is our final picture day. The Schedule will be sent out in a canvas message.  Also, 8th grade students please make sure you have filled out the 8th grade superlative nominations. You can find the Google form on the Canvas TA page.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler:If you are a musician who would like to learn how to play music in jazz style, sign up for the Jefferson Jazz Band!The Jazz Band is open to experienced musicians–you already need to know how to play an instrument to start. ANY student who plays guitar, bass, or piano may join. Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. The Jazz Band Information Session is TODAY, December 1 from 2:40pm-4pm. Meet Ms. Tyler (our Jazz Band director), learn more about Jazz Band, and play through the audition music. Bring your instrument and good vibes with you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets this Friday! We will be reading with Ms. Clark’s 2nd grade class.Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Dr. Nolan:Good morning 7th graders! Please take a look at the Field Trip Lunch Form that is in today’s announcement in the 7th Grade TA Canvas course. All 7th graders should complete this form today. Thanks.

From Ms. Wall and Ms Rosegrant…and probably every teacher in this school:Please check your Canvas messages and Announcements every day!  Important information is sent to you through Canvas, and you need to know what is happening!Have you checked Canvas yet today? TAB Club meets today during lunches in the Library.  Bring your iPad and lunch.  Check the TAB Canvas course for a pass. The Library is closed after school today for a meeting.

From Ms. Russo:Join us for kickball after school today on the baseball field from 2:45-3:30! Ms. Russo won’t be able to join this time, but you will be in good hands. And we need more girls—c’mon girls, come show them what you’re made of!  Listen this afternoon in case of a weather update.

From the Yearbook staff:Good Morning TJ, This is a reminder that this Friday December 2nd is our final picture day. The Schedule will be sent out in a canvas message.  Also, 8th grade students please make sure you have filled out the 8th grade superlative nominations. You can find the Google form on the Canvas TA page.

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler:If you are a musician who would like to learn how to music in jazz style, sign up for the Jefferson Jazz Band!The Jazz Band is open to experienced musicians–you already need to know how to play an instrument to start. ANY student who plays guitar, bass, or piano may join. Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band. The Jazz Band Information Session is THIS THURSDAY, December 1 from 2:40pm-4pm. Meet Ms. Tyler (our Jazz Band director), learn more about Jazz Band, and play through the audition music. Bring your instrument and good vibes with you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Auditions for Jefferson’s spring musical, Newsies Jr., are today from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. Bring your audition packet.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:Reading Buddies meets this Friday! We will be reading with Ms. Clark’s 2nd grade class.Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Ms. Leonberger:”Do you love death, rot, and decay? Do you agree with Mr. Siegel that composting is one of the coolest ways to give back to the planet? Then come to Compost Club TODAY, November 29th! We will start in Ms. Leonberger’s room, room 284 before going outside to turn and add to the compost. Snacks will be provided and Ms. Leonberger will have the screen printing materials if you want your own Compost Club shirt. ”

From Mr. Gavin:“Attention Wrestlers! Wrestling club starts after school TODAY! Come down to the gym to learn some of the fundamentals of wrestling. Dress out in the locker room then join us in the back of the gym. No special equipment needed! Any questions, stop by Mr. Gavin’s room, room 231.”

From Ms. T and Ms. Tyler:If you are a musician who would like to learn how to music in jazz style, sign up for the Jefferson Jazz Band!The Jazz Band is open to experienced musicians–you already need to know how to play an instrument to start. ANY student who plays guitar, bass, or piano may join. Students who play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments are also encouraged to join, but you must already be in band with Ms. T to be in jazz band.

The Jazz Band Information Session is THIS THURSDAY, December 1 from 2:40pm-4pm. Meet Ms. Tyler (our Jazz Band director), learn more about Jazz Band, and play through the audition music. Bring your instrument and good vibes with you!

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Riley:Auditions for Jefferson’s spring musical, Newsies Jr., will be tomorrow, Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet.  Here’s a special announcement:(yearbook staff: Amelia and Taylor)

From Ms. Leonberger:”Do you love death, rot, and decay? Do you agree with Mr. Siegel that composting is one of the coolest ways to give back to the planet? Then come to Compost Club tomorrow, November 29th! We will start in Ms. Leonberger’s room, room 284 before going outside to turn and add to the compost. Snacks will be provided and Ms. Leonberger will have the screen printing materials if you want your own Compost Club shirt. ”

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Siegel:There are *no* after-school activities today.  There is *no* late bus today.  Make sure you get on the bus at 2:35 this afternoon to get home.

From Ms. Wall:Take some time to read over the Thanksgiving holiday.  Remember that you have can check out and download ebooks and audiobooks from Destiny Discover and MackinVia.  And there are lots of manga and graphic novels on ComicsPlus in MackinVia.  And magazines on the Flipster app.  Ms. Wall is sending out a Canvas message today reminding you about these digital reading options.

From Ms. Riley:Do you like to sing? Do you like to dance? Do you like to act? Do you want to spend lots of time with Ms Riley, Mr. Banach, and Ms. Rosegrant? If the answers are YES, then audition for our Spring musical Newsies Jr.  Auditions will be Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet.

From the TJMS Yearbook Staff, this announcement is for 8th graders and 8th graders ONLY. This year we are including 8th grade superlatives in the yearbook. A superlative is an achievement that is voted for by your peers. For example best dressed or most likely to become famous. But we need your help deciding which superlatives we should include in the year book. 8th grade TA teachers please have your students fill out the google form to help provide ideas, The link is in the 8th grade TA canvas course. Thank you! Have a great day,yellow jackets.”

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. E. Shepardson: Art Club is Cancelled Today, have a great Thanksgiving break!

From Ms. Riley:Do you like to sing? Do you like to dance? Do you like to act? Do you want to spend lots of time with Ms Riley, Mr. Banach, and Ms. Rosegrant? If the answers are YES, then audition for our Spring musical Newsies Jr.  Auditions will be tomorrow, Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet. Ms Riley will be holding a question and answer session today, Monday November 21st during each grade level lunch. If you need more information, come to the Q&A!

From the TJMS Yearbook Staff, this announcement is for 8th graders and 8th graders ONLY. This year we are including 8th grade superlatives in the yearbook. A superlative is an achievement that is voted for by your peers. For example best dressed or most likely to become famous. But we need your help deciding which superlatives we should include in the year book. 8th grade TA teachers please have your students fill out the google form to help provide ideas, The link is in the 8th grade TA canvas course. Thank you! Have a great day,yellow jackets.”

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring, Reading Buddies today! We meet in Room 270, in the Dolphin area. Hope to see you there!

From Ms. Riley:Do you like to sing? Do you like to dance? Do you like to act? Do you want to spend lots of time with Ms Riley, Mr. Banach, and Ms. Rosegrant? If the answers are YES, then audition for our Spring musical Newsies Jr. Auditions will be Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet. Ms Riley will be holding a question and answer session on Monday November 21st during each grade level lunch. If you need more information, come to the Q&A!

From the TJMS Yearbook Staff, this announcement is for 8th graders and 8th graders ONLY. This year we are including 8th grade superlatives in the yearbook. A superlative is an achievement that is voted for by your peers. For example best dressed or most likely to become famous. But we need your help deciding which superlatives we should include in the year book. 8th grade TA teachers please have your students fill out the google form to help provide ideas, The link is in the 8th grade TA canvas course. Thank you! Have a great day,yellow jackets.”

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest” is today, Friday, November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring, Reading Buddies meets this Friday! Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Ms. Riley:Do you like to sing? Do you like to dance? Do you like to act? Do you want to spend lots of time with Ms Riley, Mr. Banach, and Ms. Rosegrant? If the answers are YES, then audition for our Spring musical Newsies Jr. Auditions will be Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet. Ms Riley will be holding a question and answer session on Monday November 21st during each grade level lunch. If you need more information, come to the Q&A!

From Ms. Russo:It’s Game Group at lunch Thursday! BUT, there will be testing going on in our regular room (Room 106). Please look at the sign on the door for the location of where we will be meeting. Please do NOT interrupt testing! See you there! Wherever that is!

From the PTA Thank you for coming to our last Restaurant Night last month at Pupatella! We were able to raise $123.29 for our school community.  Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at the Lost Dog at 2920 Columbia Pike today, Thursday November 17, 11:00 am to 10pm. Lost Dog will donate 10% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest” is this Friday, November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A Electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring, Reading Buddies meets this Friday! Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Ms. Riley:Do you like to sing? Do you like to dance? Do you like to act? Do you want to spend lots of time with Ms Riley, Mr. Banach, and Ms. Rosegrant? If the answers are YES, then audition for our Spring musical Newsies Jr. Auditions will be Tuesday November 29 from 2:35-5:00 in the theater. You must get an audition packet from Ms. Riley. All you need to be ready to for the audition is in the packet. Ms Riley will be holding a question and answer session on Monday November 21st during each grade level lunch. If you need more information, come to the Q&A!

From Mr. Clark:Good morning Yellow Jackets!The Model UN Club is having a Bake Sale after school today, in the cafeteria. Come by and get some freshly made goodies and support our club. Again, the Bake Sale will be in the cafeteria after school lets out. See you there!

From the PTA Thank you for coming to our last Restaurant Night last month at Pupatella! We were able to raise $123.29 for our school community.  Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at the Lost Dog on Columbia Pike on Thursday November 17, 11:00 am to 10pm. Lost Dog will donate 10% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest” is this Friday, November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Gavin:“Attention wrestlers, the first day of pre-season club begins after school today, Tuesday, November 15th. Change out in the locker room then meet by the wrestling mats in the back of the gym. You don’t need any special equipment or shoes to participate. All are welcomed! If you have any questions, ask Coach Gavin in room 231. Go Yellow Jackets!”

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring, Reading Buddies meets this Friday! Remember: there are no late buses on Fridays, so you will need to plan your own way home.

From Mr. Carter:Math counts will meet after school today in room 255, Mr. Carter’s room. Come try some new challenges and meet some new people!

From the PTA Thank you for coming to our last Restaurant Night last month at Pupatella! We were able to raise $123.29 for our school community.  Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Lost Dog on Thursday November 17, 11:00 am to 10pm. Lost Dog will donate 10% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest” is this Friday, November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Mr. Gavin:“Attention wrestlers, the first day of pre-season club begins after school tomorrow, Tuesday, November 15th. You will change out in the locker room then meet by the wrestling mats in the back of the gym. You don’t need any special equipment or shoes to participate. All are welcomed! If you have any questions, ask Coach Gavin in room 231. Go Yellow Jackets!”

From Mr. Malinosky:The Environmental Club is back! We will me today in Ms. Beyer’s room 264. We will discuss the latest happeing with the climate crisis and local actions we can take. Join us!

From Mr. Clark:Very good morning Yellow Jackets!Our Model UN Club members continue to demonstrate our motto “Best of the Best” by taking home awards in conferences. This past Saturday two Yellow Jackets took home Honorable Mention in their committees: Sabrina Yimer and Logan Fry. There were OVER 500 delegates at the George Washington University conference and all 11 of our TJMUN members represented our school exceptionally. So please congratulate Sabrina and Logan, and the other members, for representing TJMS so well!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest” is this Friday, November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:Today is our monthly Library Craft Day!  Please join us in the Library if you would like to celebrate fall by making a leaf bookmark or do some coloring.   It’s a great chance to relax, listen to some music, and chat with friends.  We look forward to seeing you. If you remembered to bring in any of your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. Russo:Today is game club during 6th and 7th grade lunch in Room 106.

From Mr. Gavin:“Attention wrestlers, the first day of pre-season club begins after school Tuesday, November 15th. You will change out in the locker room then meet by the wrestling mats in the back of the gym. You don’t need any special equipment or shoes to participate. All are welcomed! If you have any questions, ask Coach Gavin in room 231. Go Yellow Jackets!”  Now here’s Mr. Malinosky: Tomorrow is Veterans Day.  We will see you back at school on Monday.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”is November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets today during lunches!  Bring your iPad and your lunch to the Library.  We look forward to seeing you! If you remembered to bring in any of your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. Russo:Join us out on the baseball field for kickball after school! Don’t worry if you haven’t played before or you’re not exactly sure of the rules…the team that has the most fun wins! And don’t forget, tomorrow (Thursday) is game club during 6th and 7th grade lunch in Room 106.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”is November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets Wednesday during lunches! If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Art Club is cancelled today.  See you next week.

From Mr. Clark:Good Monday TJMS!Don’t forget to come by the cafeteria after classes today to grab some donuts and soda. Freshly made today and student-friendly prices! Support the Model UN Club and get yourself some tasty treats before your day off tomorrow. Come to the cafeteria after the last bell. See you there!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”is November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course. Remember that Tuesday is a Grade-Prep Day for teachers.  There is no school for students!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on this 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring:Attention Reading Buddies: Our first meeting is today, in Room 270, after school. If you are someone who depends on riding the late bus home, please come see Ms. Dunbar in the Library during TA.

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  The deadline for the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”is November 18. Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Mr. Siegel: Remember, students at APS middle and high schools are eligible for smart trip cards that allow you to ride the ART bus for free.  If you would like to get your free card go to the announcements tab under your canvas grade level t/a and click on the announcement about ART bus cards, it will take you to a link to fill out. Students age 14 and older are allowed to use the exercise equipment in the rec center, however, they must first attend an orientation course at the rec to show you the basics about the machines.  Send Mr. Siegel a message over canvas to get a link to register for the course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.  Come see the Fall Play, ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha, tonight and tomorrow at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! We hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a wild epic ride.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Attention Reading Buddies: all permission forms are due back TODAY. You can bring them to the Library any time during the day. Our first meeting will be this Friday, in Room 270, after school. If you are someone who depends on riding the late bus home, please come see me in the Library during TA sometime this week.

From Coach Sam The girls ultimate frisbee played their last game of the season at Dorothy Hamm Middle School. The yellow jacks defeated the phoenix team with a score of 8 to 7. Great job girls. Dorothy Hamm gave a spirit award to Elsa and an MVP award to Deliana.  Announcements will be made regarding the end of year celebration with the boys ultimate frisbee team.

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Just a reminder that the deadline for “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is tomorrow, November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.  Come see the Fall Play, ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha, on November 3rd and 4th at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! We hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a wild epic ride.

From Ms. Dunbar and Ms. Waring: Attention Reading Buddies: all permission forms are due back TOMORROW. You can bring them to the Library any time during the day. Our first meeting will be this Friday, in Room 270, after school. If you are someone who depends on riding the late bus home, please come see me in the Library during TA sometime this week.

From Ms. Payne The staff Halloween costume contest results are in …. congratulations to Ms. Mann, the individual costume contest winner. And congratulations to Ms. Leonberger and Mr. De Bruyn, the group costume winners.

From Coach Sam Yesterday Kenmore middle school played the TJ boys ultimate frisbee team for their final game of the season. The yellowjackets won with a score of 11 to 4. The 8th grade plus Liam team finished the season with an undefeated record of 5 and 0. They have won every game this year. Congratulations to the boys for another championship season for ultimate frisbee. Great job yellowjackets! Announcements will be made for the end of the season celebration.The girls ultimate frisbee team will play their final game today at Dorothy Hamm Middle School. The girls team must meet in the gold side of the cafeteria immediately after school. The bus will leave promptly at 2:40pm, don’t be late!

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Mills-Mirick:Students, please install the LockDown browser app from the APS app catalog.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.  Come see the Fall Play, ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha, on November 3rd and 4th at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! We hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a wild epic ride.

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Mills-Mirick:Students, please install the LockDown browser app from the APS app catalog.

From Mr. Carter:Math counts will meet today after school in Mr. Carter’s room, number 255. Come to learn some tricks to solve math problems faster and more accurately!

From Coach Sam Boys ultimate frisbee game is today at home for 7th and 8th graders. Girls ultimate team are invited to scrimmage against the TJ boys team. Please meet on the lower turf field. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.  Come see the Fall Play, ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha, on November 3rd and 4th at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! We hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a wild epic ride.

From Ms. Burton: “On Friday, the trivia question was,

“Name 3 protective factors (strengths) that will help you make healthy decisions.”

The answer is: Self-control, parental monitoring, academic success, positive community, positive peer relationships, strong familial bondsThe two students that were close are: …..Thank you all for participating in Red Ribbon Week!”

From Ms. Wall:If you remembered to bring in your overdue library books, please return them to the Library right after the announcements!

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Russo:Hey 7th Graders: Are you interested in being a New Student Ambassador? Join us for some rounds of Halloween Heads Up and treats today at lunch and learn more about how you can help new students at Jefferson. Come pick up a pass from Ms. Russo this morning!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Detweiler:All PTA reflections contest entries are due today to Ms. Detweiler in Room 221!

From Ms. DunbarGarden Club Members: Please join us in the garden this afternoon to help with closing down the garden for the season, and to collect more native pollinator seeds. It will be a relaxing afternoon. See you at the picnic table by the Little Blue Shed!

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.  Come see the Fall Play, ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha, on November 3rd and 4th at 6:30. Tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door! We hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a wild epic ride.

From Ms. Burton:Did  you wear red today to show that we are ready to say NO to drugs?

“Yesterday’s Trivia question was name 2 decisions which influence the use of substances. The answer was either peer pressure, traumatic experiences, early age of first use, genetics, stress, academics.” The winner is….

Announce today’s last Trivia

Here’s today’s Red Ribbon Week Trivia question

Name 3 protective factors (STRENGTHS) that will help you make healthy decision. Submit your answers in Ms. Burton’s box before the end of the day! Include your name! “Don’t forget there will be more opportunity to win prizes during all 3 lunches today! Good luck!”

From Mr. Sam:The next game will be at Kenmore Middle School on Monday. The BOYS ULTIMATE team will also played against KENMORE. (please repeat the announcement) The BOYS ULTIMATE team and the GIRLS ULTIMATE team will play against KENMORE on MONDAY Oct. 31st. Check the canvas page for more details and announcements.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

Now here’s Mr. Siegel:”Hi, Mr. Siegel here. I would like everyone first to know how important the process of composting is, for not only the sustainability of our own Jefferson garden, but the sustainability of our planet and all its beautiful creatures. For me personally, I can think of no better and simpler way to have a positive, hands-on impact on our environment than composting. With that in mind, if you were as upset as I was that Ms. Leonberger had to cancel Compost Club on Tuesday, then please join us today during Gardening Club. We will be preparing our compost for the coming winter months by adding processed greens and the happily donated coffee grounds from staff here at Jefferson. Again, if you’re interested in doing your part for our planet Earth through the beautiful process of controlled decay and rot that is Composting then please come to Gardening Club today after school for a special Compost Club meeting. I know I’ll be there! And so will my favorite friend, Ms. Leonberger.  Thank you.”

From Ms. Gomez:Please stop by to see the TJMS Orchestra at the Westover Farmers Market on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 9 – 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Detweiler:PTA reflections contest entries are due tomorrow to Ms. Detweiler in Room 221! The theme this year is “show your voice”. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”.

From coach Curran and Coach De Bruyn

All 6th graders trying out for Jefferson’s boys soccer team, please report to the upper field after school today.

Please make sure you have  water. cleats, shin guard and anything else you may need for tryouts.   Now here is a special announcement from the SCA: (food drive)

From Ms. Dunbar Attention Garden Club Members:  Tomorrow is our last official meeting for Fall Garden Club. This week we will be doing a number of tasks to help us close down the garden, and we will be collecting more native pollinator seeds to package and share with our community. COMPOST CLUB continues all year long, and SPRING GARDEN CLUB resumes in mid-March or early-April!

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:  READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Ms. Riley:Hear ye, Hear ye! All ye Yellowjacket Kings, Queens, Knights and Nobles. Thou hast been summoned to join us in the royal theater to be delighted by players of our court. Thine minds will be blown by the performance of ShakesPLOSION by Andrew Geha. The royal festivities will take place on 3rd and 4th day of November and commence at 6:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be procured before the show.

From Ms. Burton:“The answer to the Trivia question yesterday was TRUE, 90% of addiction begins in teenage years. The winner of the raffle is….” (winner in the morning) “Today’s Trivia question is  Here’s today’s Red Ribbon Week Trivia questionName 2 decisions which influence the use of substances.Submit your answers in Ms. Burton’s box before the end of the day! Include your name! Don’t forget tomorrow wear your RED tomorrow!

From Mr. Siegel: Pickup basketball and indoor soccer will be in the gym today after school. Boys soccer tryouts for 6th graders is after school today out back on the field. Attention Jefferson Car Club members, see Mr. Siegel at lunch to get a permission slip to come to this Sunday’s big car show.

From Mr. Sam:Yesterday the girls ultimate frisbee team played against Williamsburg Middle School. The yellow jackets stopped many offensive plays from their 8th grade offense. 7th graders Elsa and Sophia worked really well together on the field. Great job everyone! See you at practice today after school. The next game will be at Kenmore Middle School on Monday. The BOYS ULTIMATE team will also played against KENMORE. (please repeat the announcement) The BOYS ULTIMATE team and the GIRLS ULTIMATE team will play against KENMORE on MONDAY Oct. 31st. Check the canvas page for more details and announcements.

From Ms. E. Shepardson:Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Russo:Join us for Game Groups today during 6th and 7th grade lunch! Choose from Uno, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Kids Against Maturity, and more!!We will meet every Thursday in Room 106.Come get a pass from Ms. Black or Ms. Russo. Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Gomez:Please stop by to see the TJMS Orchestra at the Westover Farmers Market on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 9 – 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. E. Shepardson: Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:TAB Club meets today during lunches in the Library.  Please get your lunch quickly.  Bring your lunch and iPad to TAB.  6th graders:  we will miss you today.  Have a great time at Mt. Vernon, and we’ll see you next time! The Library is closed after school today for a staff meeting.

From Ms. Detweiler:PTA reflections contest entries are due this Friday to Ms. Detweiler in Room 221! The theme this year is “show your voice”. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”. Let’s have some fun with this contest!

From coach Curran and Coach De Bruyn

All 7th graders trying out for Jefferson’s boys soccer team, please report to the upper field after school today.

All 6th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Thursday October 27th

Please make sure you have  water. cleats, shin guard and anything else you may need for tryouts.  From Ms. Dunbar Attention Garden Club Members:  THIS FRIDAY is our last official meeting for Fall Garden Club. This week we will be doing a number of tasks to help us close down the garden, and we will be collecting more native pollinator seeds to package and share with our community. COMPOST CLUB continues all year long, and SPRING GARDEN CLUB resumes in mid-March or early-April!

From Ms. Dunbar & Ms. Waring:  READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Ms. Burton:Here’s today’s Red Ribbon Week Trivia question90% of addiction begins in teenage years.True or False?Submit your answers in Ms. Burton’s box before the end of the day! Include your name!

From Ms. Russo:Here’s an update on Kickball—we have many staff and students interested in joining! Hurray! Unfortunately, we will have to delay our kickball kickoff one more week. Stay tuned…but our first meeting should be Nov 2!

From Ms. Gomez: Please stop by to see the TJMS Orchestra at the Westover Farmers Market on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 9 – 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. E. Shepardson: Calling all artists!  Deadlines are approaching for two popular art contests.The first is “The Latino Youth Leadership Poster Contest” the deadline is November 4.The Second is the “Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Visual Arts Contest”, the deadline is November 18.Submission forms and information are available on the bulletin board outside the art room. Or see Ms. E. Shepardson for details.

From Ms. Wall and Ms. Rosegrant:The first Library Craft Day of the year is today!  We’d love to have you come and make a Halloween spider web craft with us.  Eat your lunch quickly downstairs and then come up to the Library so you have time to craft!

From Ms. Detweiler:PTA reflections contest entries are due this Friday to Ms. Detweiler in Room 221! The theme this year is “show your voice”. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”. Let’s have some fun with this contest!

From coach Curran and Coach De Bruyn Boy’s soccer try outs are this week.

All 8th graders trying out, please report to the upper turf field today!

All 7th graders trying out will report to the upper field tomorrow, Wednesday October 26th

All 6th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Thursday October 27th Please make sure you have  water. cleats, shin guard and anything else you may need for tryouts.

From Ms. Dunbar:READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Ms. Burton:Students, this week is Red Ribbon Week. Do you know why we celebrate this week? Well we have a video to explain it” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSzaUkwumZ0 Here’s today’s Red Ribbon Week Trivia question. What is the part of your brain that is responsible for decision making?

1. Temporal lobe
2. Prefrontal Cortex
3. Orbitofrontal Cortex

Submit your answers in Ms. Burton’s box before the end of the day! Include your name!   

From Ms. Russo:Here’s an update on Kickball—we have many staff and students interested in joining! Hurray! Unfortunately, we will have to delay our kickball kickoff one more week. Stay tuned…but our first meeting should be Nov 2!

From the PTA

Our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) is today, Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

From Ms. Gomez:Please stop by to see the TJMS Orchestra at the Westover Farmers Market on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 9 – 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Detweiler:The PTA reflections contest has begun. The theme this year is “show your voice”. Entries are due October 28th to Mrs. Detweiler in room 221. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”. Let’s have some fun with this contest!

From coach Curran and Coach De Bruyn Boy’s soccer try outs will begin next week on Tuesday October 25th.

All 8th graders trying out, please report to the upper turf field Tuesday October 25th.

All 7th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Wednesday October 26th

All 6th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Thursday October 27th

Please make sure you have  water. cleats, shin guard and anything else you may need for tryouts.

From Ms. Dunbar: Attention Garden Club members: we will not meet this week because of Conferences on Friday. However. if any of you would like to give garden tours for Harvest Fest, please arrive by 6:00pm so tours can take place before dark. The annual TJMS Harvest Festival is tonight, Thursday, October 20th from 6 to 9pm.  Join us for food, fun, a performance by the Chorus, and a movie.  We will have fire pits to keep us warm, food trucks with seafood, pizza, and Central American food, and apple cider and hot chocolate to drink.  Join us!

From Ms. Dunbar:READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

Here’s a special announcement:“

Hey everyone, Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23rd to October. 31s . In celebration of this week, Spirit Week will kick off with PJ Day on Tuesday! Follow your dreams and be DRUG FREE!”

From Ms. Russo:Join us for Game Groups today during 6th and 7th grade lunch! Choose from Uno, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Kids Against Maturity, and more!!We will meet every Thursday in Room 106.Come get a pass from Ms. Black or Ms. Russo. Everyone is welcome!Also, here’s an update on Kickball—we have many staff and students interested in joining! Hurray! Unfortunately, we will have to delay our kickball kickoff one more week. Stay tuned…but our first meeting should be Nov 2!

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.  Remember that Student-led conferences are tomorrow.  Monday is a holiday for Diwali.  We’ll be back on Tuesday.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Detweiler:The PTA reflections contest has begun. The theme this year is “show your voice”. Entries are due October 28th to Mrs. Detweiler in room 221. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”. Let’s have some fun with this contest!

From coach Curran and Coach De Bruyn

Boy’s soccer try outs will begin next week on Tuesday October 25th.

All 8th graders trying out, please report to the upper turf field Tuesday October 25th.

All 7th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Wednesday October 26th

All 6th graders trying out will report to the upper field on Thursday October 27th

Please make sure you have  water. cleats, shin guard and anything else you may need for tryouts.

The annual TJMS Harvest Festival is tomorrow, Thursday, October 20th from 6 to 9pm.  Join us for food, fun, a performance by the Chorus, and a movie.  We will have fire pits to keep us warm, food trucks with seafood, pizza, and Central American food, and apple cider and hot chocolate to drink.  Join us!

From Ms. Perry:Do you enjoy watching and talking about good movies? Interested in meeting up with other TJ students for popcorn and a movie?

TJMS Movie Club will get together twice a month on Thursdays in room 224 from 2:40 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

If you would like to join us stop by room 224 to pick up a permission slip or see Mr. Siegel and bring it back signed before our first meeting Thursday, October 27th.  It’s going to be a “Spooky “Movie Day!

From Ms. Dunbar:READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Ms. Burton:”Red Ribbon Spirit week is next week! Do you know what to wear? Check out the video.”

From the PTA Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Coach Sam:The girls ultimate frisbee team played their first game yesterday at Gunston Middle School.Our 7th and 8th grade team won with a score of 10 to 0.Our 6th and 7th grade team won with a score of 7 to 1.Great job yellowjackets! Practice today after school. Our next game is tomorrow here at TJ against Swanson.

From Ms. Detweiler:The PTA reflections contest has begun. The theme this year is “show your voice”. Entries are due October 28th to Mrs. Detweiler in room 221. The categories are visual arts, dance choreography, literature, film production, photography and music composition. Again, the theme is “show your voice”. Let’s have some fun with this contest!

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJ! The Model UN Club had its first conference at Horton-Arms School in Bethesda, Maryland and our delegates represented TJ exceptionally well. We had only 10 delegates but 4 won awards for their participation in their respective committees:Kidus Behailu and Jaxon Grupenhoff for Verbal Commendation , HeeDoh Kang won Perfect Position Paper, and TJ’s very own Vice-President of the SCA Sabrina Yimer won Outstanding Delegate in her committee!Please congratulate all the MUN delegates for representing TJ so well last Saturday.If you are interested in TJMUN, come by Mr. Clark’s room #80 to get more information.

The annual TJMS Harvest Festival is this Thursday, October 20th from 6 to 9pm.  Join us for food, fun, a performance by the Chorus, and a movie.  We will have fire pits to keep us warm, food trucks with seafood, pizza, and Central American food, and apple cider and hot chocolate to drink.  Join us!

From Ms. Perry:Do you enjoy watching and talking about good movies? Interested in meeting up with other TJ students for popcorn and a movie?

TJMS Movie Club will get together twice a month on Thursdays in room 224 from 2:40 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.  If you would like to join us stop by room 224 to pick up a permission slip or see Mr. Siegel and bring it back signed before our first meeting Thursday, October 27th.  It’s going to be a “Spooky “Movie Day!

From Ms. Dunbar:READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!

If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Mr. Sivells:Girls basketball tryouts are today for 6th and 7th graders after school in the gym.

From Ms. Burton:Unity Day is tomorrow to help explain this day and why we wear orange, please watch: https://youtu.be/8gKBQEQUW5g

After the video say: “Don’t forget to wear your orange tomorrow! Use the hashtag TJUnityDay and we will repost on our Twitter and/or Instagram!”

The video should stop at 2:44 minutes

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Perry:Do you enjoy watching and talking about good movies? Interested in meeting up with other TJ students for popcorn and a movie? TJMS Movie Club will get together twice a month on Thursdays in room 224 from 2:40 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.  If you would like to join us stop by room 224 to pick up a permission slip or see Mr. Siegel and bring it back signed before our first meeting Thursday, October 27th.  It’s going to be a “Spooky “Movie Day!

From Ms. Dunbar:READING BUDDIES will begin on Fridays in November!If you enjoy reading, especially reading and interacting with younger children, consider becoming a TJ Reading Buddy to 2nd graders at Fleet Elementary School. This is a Community Service opportunity that promotes Literacy in our community. Permission slips are now available in the Library.

From Ms. Riley:Tech Crew applications for the fall play, Shakesplosion, are due today. There are only a few spots open so make sure you stick to the deadline. Being organized and responsible are the most important traits for a Tech Crew member!

The K-pop club starts today in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday.

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar:This week in Garden Club we will be preparing small packets of pollinator seeds as give-aways for the Harvest Fest Garden Table. We will need lots of tiny fingers to process tiny seeds! Don’t worry, there will still be time to get into the garden for the usual chores and explorations. But we do need your help today after school, by the Little Blue Shed, outside Door #4.

From Ms. Riley:Calling all Yellowjackets who are interested in joining the Tech Crew for the fall play, Shakesplosion. We are looking for a handful of more crew members. If you are interested in joining the Tech Crew, please see Ms. Riley for the application form as soon as possible. Tech Crew applications are due on Monday 10/17. There are only a few spots open so make sure you stick to the deadline. Being organized and responsible are the most important traits for a Tech Crew member!

From Ms. Detweiler:The girls soccer team beat Gunston yesterday, 3-1, proving that yellow jackets are superior to hornets. Yaari parada scored 1 goal, and 6th grader Arceli Paz Soles scored two goals. Defenders amelia gray, Eliza holzbach, wren gabel, and Alex Mooney played the best defense of the season. Congrats to all yellow jackets soccer players!

From Mr. J Anderson: Picture make up day is today! If you did not take your picture or want to take a new one, please report to the theater during your assigned time. The schedule will be posted on the TA canvas page.  The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday. If you want to join the K-pop club, please pick up a permission slip from the Library.

From Ms. Gomez:Please stop by the Fairlington Farmers Market on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 9 – 12  to hear members of the TJMS ORchestra playing.

From the PTA Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Russo:Join us for Game Groups today during 6th and 7th grade lunch! Choose from Uno, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Kids Against Maturity, and more!!We will meet every Thursday in Room 106.Come get a pass from Ms. Black or Ms. Russo. Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Dunbar:This week in Garden Club we will be preparing small packets of pollinator seeds as give-aways for the Harvest Fest Garden Table. We will need lots of tiny fingers to process tiny seeds! Don’t worry, there will still be time to get into the garden for the usual chores and explorations. But we do need your help tomorrow after school, by the Little Blue Shed, outside Door #4.

From Ms. Riley:Calling all Yellowjackets who are interested in joining the Tech Crew for the fall play, Shakesplosion. We are looking for a handful of more crew members. If you are interested in joining the Tech Crew, please see Ms. Riley for the application form as soon as possible. Tech Crew applications are due on Monday 10/17. There are only a few spots open so make sure you stick to the deadline. Being organized and responsible are the most important traits for a Tech Crew member!

From Ms. Burton:Did you know spreading rumors is considered bullying? Let’s talk about how to squash rumors. If you hear gossip or rumors, you can help stop the rumor in its tracks and not let it go further.  You might say something like

•                   “That sounds like a rumor to me”
•                   “You don’t have proof of that.”
•                   “You don’t know if that’s true.”
•                   “That sounds like something you should talk about with the person involved.”

Be sure you figure out some way to stay away from rumors and gossip.

From Mr. J Anderson: Picture make up day is Friday, October 14th! If you did not take your picture or want to take a new one, please report to the theater during your assigned time. The schedule will be posted on the TA canvas page.

From Ms. Burton:Students,Today is the last day to return your ACT II form to Ms. Burton or the ACT II teacher. Limited slots are still available.

The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday. If you want to join the K-pop club, please pick up a permission slip from the Library.

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. J Anderson: Picture make up day is Friday, October 14th! If you did not take your picture or want to take a new one, please report to the theater during your assigned time. The schedule will be posted on the TA canvas page.

From Ms. Burton:Students,Tomorrow is the last day to return your ACT II form to Ms. Burton or the ACT II teacher. Limited slots are still available.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club meets today during lunches.  It’s not too late to order Jefferson’s book club.  Come join us in the Library during your lunchtime.  Bring your lunch and your iPad.

The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday. If you want to join the K-pop club, please pick up a permission slip from the Library.

Today is National Walk and Bike to School Day.

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Burton:“Last week, we learned to recognize bullying in TA. Today, we will we will talk a about an important group of people called bystanders.  A bystander is someone who watches something happen without being part of it.  People who watch a bullying situation are bystanders.  There is a saying that goes, “If you’re not part of the solution, you’re part of the problem.”  Bystanders give power to the bully by giving a bullying situation their attention.  Sometimes they give the bully power by laughing at the victim which only makes the situation worse.  Being a bystander of a bullying situation is not okay.

The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday. If you want to join the K-pop club, please pick up a permission slip from the Library.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 12th is Walk and Bike to School Day.  All APS schools will celebrate and encourage students to walk, bike, or roll to school on Wednesday and every day.

From the PTA

Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

Thanks and have a great day!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel:Good Morning Everyone, The Student Council Advisory Steering Committee will meet today immediately after the announcements in the gold side of the cafeteria. This is for the students who are elected or were the only student to file for their team. Teachers, please check your email and send these students to the cafeteria, after the announcements.  The larger group of the SCA will be in the next couple weeks.

From Ms. Egbert:Anime Club is CANCELLED today, Friday 10/7. Ms. Egbert is on sick leave today. Again, anime club is cancelled today. We’ll see you next week!

From Ms. Dunbar: Garden Club meets TODAY! We will harvest veggies, continue collecting pollinator seeds, and look for helpful insects or earthworms! All are welcome; no experience necessary.

From Mr. Davis:“Congratulations to the tennis team for yesterday’s win! Mr. Siegel and I will get you the information on the rest of the season as soon as we get it from APS. If we do not reschedule, be prepared for practice on Tuesday and the tournament on Wednesday and Thursday.  If you have any other questions please stop by room 238 to speak with Mr. Davis.”

From Ms. McPhillips:There will not be an Odyssey of the Mind practice today. Our next practice will be next Friday after school. If you are interested in Odyssey of the Mind and not receiving emails about Odyssey through Canvas, please let Ms. McPhillips know so she can add you to the list.Thank you!

The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266.  In the dragon’s area.  Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room.  Meeting every other Monday. If you want to join the K-pop club, please pick up a permission slip from the Library. Remember that Monday is a teacher work day.  There is no school for students.  We’ll see you back on Tuesday!

From the PTA

Thank you for coming to our first Restaurant Night of the school year at Los Chamacos! We were able to raise $157.35 for our school. Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Thanks and have a great day!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Coach Sam: Girls ultimate begins today after school. Join us if you are brand new and have never touched a frisbee. Join us if you can outrun Coach Sam. Join us if you can catch an upside down hammer throw. 

Please meet on the lower field before 2:45pm ready to practice. If you are not able to attend the first practice but would like to be on the team, see Coach Sam in room 267 and join our canvas page.

The K-pop club is starting on Monday, October 17, in Mr. Anderson’s classroom, room 266. In the dragons area. Again it is in Mr. P Anderson’s room. Meeting every other Monday.

From the PTA:

Thank you for coming to our first Restaurant Night of the school year at Los Chamacos! We were able to raise $157.35 for our school. Please mark your calendar for our next Restaurant night at Pupatella (5104 Wilson Blvd) on Tuesday October 25, 11:30 am to 9pm. Pupatella will donate 20% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community. Thanks and have a great day!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Coach Sam and Coach Curran Girls ultimate frisbee starts this Thursday, October 6th. All girls are welcome to join. If you are on the girls soccer team or in theater and would like to join, please see Coach Sam.

From Mr. Carter:Math Counts will meet today after school in room 255, Mr. Carter’s room. Come join us! All are welcome.

From Coach Detweiler and Coach Ammon – The girls soccer team tied Williamsburg yesterday with a score of 1-1. Giselle Carballo scored the tying goal and Aurora Carrasco had over 20 saves to keep the yellow jackets in the game. The next home game is on Thursday against Gunston.

• There is no school Wednesday for Yom Kippur. See you back again on Thursday.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Coach Sam and Coach CurranGirls ultimate frisbee starts this Thursday, October 6th. All girls are welcome to join. If you are on the girls soccer team or in theater and would like to join, please see Coach Sam.

From Ms. Burton:“Now we will watch a video about Bullying Prevention Month” https://youtu.be/2G_3qw1w_YE

From Mr. Carter:Math Counts will meet on Tuesday after school in room 255, Mr. Carter’s room. Come join us! All are welcome.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club meets today, after school. This week we will begin collecting seeds from the Pollinator Garden to package for Harvest Fest. The weekend rains are supposed to hold off until after 4:00pm today, but be sure to listen to the end-of-day announcements for final confirmation. Fingers crossed!

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40.  Just remember, there are NO late busses on Fridays yet!”

From Coach Sam and Coach Curran Yesterday the boys ultimate team unexpectedly hosted games against Dorothy Hamm Middle School. The 8th grade and Liam team won with a score of 16 to 8.The 7th and 6th grade team won with a score of 9 to 5. Great job yellow jackets! Our last game will be on Monday against Kenmore Middle School. No practice today due to transportation. Girls ultimate frisbee starts next week on October 6th. All girls are welcome join. If you are on the girls soccer team or in theater and would like to join, please see Coach Sam.  

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel,SCA candidate speeches are today for the offices of Vice President and President.  They will be after the minute of silence.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. Leonberger:Attention LGBTQIA students and allies, the first official meeting of the TJMS Gay-Straight Alliance will still be held on Thursday, October 6th – but we will be meeting today after school to address Governor Youngkins proposed school guidelines. Come to room 206 (Ms. Calhoun’s room) to discuss the proposal and what we can do. Bring your iPads so we can write our thoughts to submit during the guidelines public comment period. See Ms. Leonberger or Ms. Calhoun for more information

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40.  Just remember, there are NO late busses on Fridays yet!”

From Ms. Burton:“Students, Digital Input and Computer Programming has been added to ACT II. If you are interested in joining one of these courses, please pick up a form outside of the counseling hall and return your form to Ms. Burton or the ACT II teachers. It is first come, first served. Courses will start next month and the deadline is Oct. 13th.”

From Coach Sam and Coach CurranYesterday, the boys ultimate team hosted Williamsburg Middle School.The 8th grade team remains undefeated with their win of 14 to 12.The 7th grade team won with a score of 6 to 4.Great job yellow jackets! Today’s game will be away at Kenmore Middle School. Check the frisbee canvas page for the important announcement, only 7th and 8th graders will play.  The bus will leave immediately after dismissal, don’t be late! 

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel,SCA candidate speeches are today for team representatives and the offices of Secretary and Treasurer.  They will be after the minute of silence.  Tomorrow during TA, candidates for Vice President and President will give their speeches.

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. Leonberger:Attention LGBTQIA students and allies, the first official meeting of the TJMS Gay-Straight Alliance will still be held on Thursday, October 6th – but we will be meeting this Thursday September 29th to address Governor Youngkins proposed school guidelines. Come to room 206 (Ms. Calhoun’s room) to discuss the proposal and what we can do. Bring your iPads so we can write our thoughts to submit during the guidelines public comment period. See Ms. Leonberger or Ms. Calhoun for more information

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40.  Just remember, there are NO late busses on Fridays yet!”

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel,The Student Council Advisory (SCA) Elections will be this Thursday and Friday. SCA Candidates please have your up-to-1-minute speeches ready for the announcements. Immediately following the speeches, students will vote in TA for the new SCA reps.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club starts today!  TAB Club is Jefferson’s book club.  TAB members get the chance to read brand new, top-rated books and let your librarians know what books you are enjoying and why.  It’s a great way to get ideas of what you should read.  We meet during lunch every 2 weeks.   Want to give it a try?  Want to join?  Want to hear some of the fun we have planned for this year?  Come today to the Library during your lunch period as quickly as you can with your lunch and your iPad to hear more!  The Library is closed today after school for a teacher meeting.

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend and next weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. McPhillips:Do you like to solve problems?  Are you good at thinking outside the box?  If so, join Odyssey of the Mind! Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem solving competition. Last year, Jefferson’s Odyssey of the Mind team finished 2nd in Virginia and 10th at World Finals!  Teams are forming now and we would love more students to get involved. Come to the information session after school today in the library to learn more!

From Ms. Leonberger:“Do you love DEATH, ROT, and DECAY??? And also the environment? Then the new TJMS Compost Club is for YOU! Meet Ms. Leonberger after school TODAY outside at the Jefferson Garden to learn about how we can turn waste into rich soil. No experience needed, all are welcome!”

Attention LGBTQIA students and allies, the first official meeting of the TJMS Gay-Straight Alliance will still be held on Thursday, October 6th – but we will be meeting this Thursday September 29th to address Governor Youngkins proposed school guidelines. Come to room 206 (Ms. Calhoun’s room) to discuss the proposal and what we can do. Bring your iPads so we can write our thoughts to submit during the guidelines public comment period. See Ms. Leonberger or Ms. Calhoun for more information

From Mr. Carter:Math Counts will meet today (Tuesday) in Mr Carter’s room, room 255. Open to all students interested in answering some challenging questions. Questions? See Mr. Carter (or your math teacher!)

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40.

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel,The Student Council Advisory (SCA) Elections will be postponed until Thursday, September 29. SCA Candidates please have your up-to-1-minute speeches ready for the announcements that day. Immediately following the speeches, we will vote in TA for the new SCA reps.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club is Jefferson’s book club.  TAB members get the chance to read brand new, top-rated books and let your librarians know what books you are enjoying and why.  We meet during lunch every 2 weeks.   Want to give it a try?  Want to join?  Come tomorrow, Wednesday, with your lunch to the Library hear more!

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend and next weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. McPhillips:Do you like to solve problems?  Are you good at thinking outside the box?  If so, join Odyssey of the Mind! Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem solving competition. Last year, Jefferson’s Odyssey of the Mind team finished 2nd in Virginia and 10th at World Finals!  Teams are forming now and we would love more students to get involved. Come to the information session after school on Tuesday, Sept 27th in the library to learn more!

From Ms. Leonberger:“Do you love DEATH, ROT, and DECAY??? And also the environment? Then the new TJMS Compost Club is for YOU! Meet Ms. Leonberger after school on Tuesday September 27th outside at the Jefferson Garden to learn about how we can turn waste into rich soil. No experience needed, all are welcome!”

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40. Today we will be voting on what series we want to watch or read this year. All are welcome!”

From Ms. Dunbar Garden Club meets TODAY! Please bring backpacks, use the bathroom, and fill your water bottles on the way outside. We will be harvesting, watering, and weeding today. See you at 2:40 by the Little Blue Shed.

From Mr. Malinosky and Mr. Siegel,The Student Council Advisory (SCA) Elections will be postponed until Thursday, September 29. SCA Candidates please have your up-to-1-minute speeches ready for the announcements that day. Immediately following the speeches, we will vote in TA for the new SCA reps.

From Ms. Wall:TAB Club, Jefferson’s book club, starts next week on Wednesday.

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a special Testing schedule with A Day classes.

From Coach Sam and Coach CurranYesterday, the Boys Ultimate Frisbee team hosted their first home game against Swanson Middle School. The yellow jackets were victorious over the admirals on the 8th grade and 6th grade fields. Great job! Practice today after school. Next game is on Wednesday against Williamsburg Middle School. 

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend and next weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

From Ms. Russo:The 6th grade Game Lunch Group and the 7th grade Game Lunch Group will be starting TODAY! Come choose from Uno, Pictionary, Apples to Apples, Kids Against Maturity, and more!!

We will meet every Thursday in Room 106 this year. This is Ms. Majid’s room: it’s on your right if you are walking from the cafeteria toward the music hallway.

Everyone is welcome! Please see Ms. Black or Ms. Russo in the morning to get a pass so you can get your lunch right away or come get a pass in Room 106 on your way to the cafeteria.

See you then!

From Ms. McPhillips:Do you like to solve problems?  Are you good at thinking outside the box?  If so, join Odyssey of the Mind!

Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem solving competition. Last year, Jefferson’s Odyssey of the Mind team finished 2nd in Virginia and 10th at World Finals!  Teams are forming now and we would love more students to get involved. Come to the information session after school on Tuesday, Sept 27th in the library to learn more!

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40. This Friday, we will be voting on what series we want to watch or read this year. All are welcome!” From Ms. Dunbar Garden Club meets this Friday. We will be harvesting produce, watering the mums and violas that we planted last Friday, and freeing the dry creek bed from weeds. Come join us after school tomorrow. Use Door #4 and head for the Little Blue Shed! Hope to see you there!

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with B electives for 6th graders.

From Coach Sam and Coach Curran: The boys ultimate frisbee team has its first home game against Swanson Middle School today after school. 

From Ms. Riley:Good Morning TJ! The Arlington Players is a theatre group who uses our amazing theatre to create awesome productions. They are performing the musical, Newsies this weekend and next weekend. They have a special ticket price for TJ. Students and Staff can get tickets for $10 dollars. If you would like to go see Newsies, please see Ms. Riley for the details. You can also send Ms. Riley a Canvas Message. Don’t forget to dominate your day!

September 21st is designated by the United Nations as the International Day of Peace.  Today is a day for all of us to commit to peace.  This year’s theme is: End Racism. Build Peace.  We all have a role to play in fostering peace.  Tackling racism is a crucial way to contribute to this effort.  What can you do today to help build a culture of peace?

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40. This Friday, we will be voting on what series we want to watch or read this year. All are welcome!”

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. Carter:Math Counts will have its first meeting today after school in Mr. Carter’s room, room 255. Math Counts is a math competition club open to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. All welcome, come give it a shot or see Mr. Carter for more details.

From Coach Sam and Coach CurranThe boys ultimate frisbee team travelled to Gunston Middle School yesterday.The 7th/8th grade team won with a score of 12 to 6.The 6th/7th grade team lost with a score of 6 to 8. Great job yellow jackets! See you at practice after school today. Tomorrow will be the first home game against Swanson Middle School. 

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40. This Friday, we will be voting on what series we want to watch or read this year. All are welcome!”

From Ms. Leonberger:“The first meeting of the TJMS Compost Club will NOT be today, it will be a week from today on Tuesday, September 27th. For more information about Compost Club, see Ms. Leonberger”

From your PTA:Do you like Mexican food?

Are you craving a taco, burrito, or quesadilla?

Great news!! Los Chamacos Restaurant (922 S Walter Rd. Dr) has partnered with Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA for Restaurant Night today, Tuesday September 20th from 9am to 10pm!     Los Chamacos will donate 15% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

Dine in or order takeout – whatever works for your family. Just don’t forget to mention “Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA fundraiser” when you place your order to ensure your meal is included in the fundraiser.

Third-party delivery apps (like Grubhub and Doordash) are NOT participating in this fundraiser.

From Ms. Wall:Study hall has begun.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, students can come right after school to the Library to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Coach Sam and Coach Curran The boys ultimate frisbee team will have their first game at Gunston Middle School today.  

From Ms. E Shepardson:Art Club begins today!  Art Club is a drop-in club where you can relax with your friends and make some art. Materials are provided, the inspiration is up to you. Art Club is every Monday from 2:30 – 3:30.See you there.

From Mr. Clark:Good morning TJMS!This is Mr. Clark again and I am reminding all those who are interested Jefferson’s Model United Nations Club to come to our weekly meeting today after classes let out. You can find my room in front of the cafeteria, room 80.If you like to problem solve, communicate with others, and develop or improve your IB skills while learning about global issues, then come to room #80 today and join our club. See you after school today!

From Ms. Egbert:”Do you enjoy reading manga? Are you really into anime? Would you like a space to share these interests with your fellow Yellowjackets? If so, join the Anime Club! We meet on Fridays in room 234 from 2:40 to 3:40. This Friday, we will be voting on what series we want to watch or read this year. All are welcome!”

From your PTA:Do you like Mexican food?

Are you craving a taco, burrito, or quesadilla?

Great news!! Los Chamacos Restaurant (922 S Walter Rd. Dr) has partnered with Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA for Restaurant Night tomorrow, Tuesday September 20th from 9am to 10pm!

Los Chamacos will donate 15% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

Dine in or order takeout – whatever works for your family. Just don’t forget to mention “Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA fundraiser” when you place your order to ensure your meal is included in the fundraiser.

Third-party delivery apps (like Grubhub and Doordash) are NOT participating in this fundraiser.

Thank you and have a great day!

From Ms. Wall: Study hall starts for real today after school in the Library.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday students can come right after school to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club starts TODAY. Use Door #4 and head around the garden to the Little Blue Shed. Please be there by 2:40, and bring your back packs with you. Come help us harvest and plant on this glorious day!

From Coach Sam and Coach Curran The boys ultimate frisbee team will have their first game at Gunston Middle School on Monday. Please let Coach Sam or Coach Curran know if you are not able to attend. All boys on the ultimate frisbee team MUST MEET IN THE LIBRARY immediately after morning announcements to pick up the uniforms. Please wear the uniform to school on Monday.

From your PTA:Do you like Mexican food?

Are you craving a taco, burrito, or quesadilla?

Great news!! Los Chamacos Restaurant (922 S Walter Rd. Dr) has partnered with Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA for Restaurant Night on Tuesday September 20th from 9am to 10pm!

Los Chamacos will donate 15% of all participating orders to raise funds for PTA programs that benefit our school community.

Dine in or order takeout – whatever works for your family. Just don’t forget to mention “Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTA fundraiser” when you place your order to ensure your meal is included in the fundraiser.

Third-party delivery apps (like Grubhub and Doordash) are NOT participating in this fundraiser.

Thank you and have a great day!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club starts TOMORROW. We will meet outside Door #4 at the Little Blue Shed from 2:40 to 3:40. Please bring your water bottle and fill it on your way outside. Come help us harvest beans and okra for the Arlington Food Assistance Center. We will also be planting Fall flowers. Hope to see you there!

From Ms. Riley:It’s audition time! Auditions for the TJMS Fall Play, Shakesplosion!!!, are today, Thursday September 15 from 2:40-5:00 in the auditorium. Bring your audition packet.Any questions see Ms. Riley.

From Ms. Siegel:

• Girls interested in trying out for the girls basketball team should attend a meeting in Mr. Sivell’s room today after school.
• Sivell’s room is in the classroom hallway upstairs between the 6th and 7th grade doors.

TA Flex starts today!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an Anchor Day with A electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club starts this Friday. No permission forms necessary. We meet outside at the Little Blue Shed from 2:40 to 3:40. We will be harvesting for the Arlington Food Assistance Center, and planting Fall flowers.

From Ms. Riley:It’s audition time! Auditions for the TJMS Fall Play, Shakesplosion!!!, will be tomorrow, Thursday September 15 from 2:40-5:00 in the auditorium. If you are interested in trying out, then you will need to get an audition packet. The audition packet will give you all the information you need to prepare for audition. You can get an audition packet either from Ms. Riley or from the bulletin board in the Music and Drama Hallway. Any questions see Ms. Riley.

From Ms. Detweiler:

• Soccer tryouts for 7th and 8th grade girls will be held on Wednesday 9/14.

Now here’s a special announcement: Hello! My name is Crow, and I am here from the GSA, or Gay-Straight Alliance, telling you to come on down! GSA starts on Thursday, October 6th in room 206, Ms. Calhoun’s room. Everyone is welcome, we obviously don’t discriminate, whether you’re queer, questioning, or straight!But.We do have a bit of a problem.We have 1 straight person. One. It’s called the gay-straight alliance.You can see how that might be a bit of a problem!So please, if you’re straight and you have free time on Thursdays, please come on down! Whether you want to learn about the community, or just be there to support, you’ll be very welcome, so I hope to see you there!

Here’s a video about TA Flex:  TA Flex Video: https://somup.com/c3QjbIUTCp

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club starts this Friday. No permission forms necessary. We meet outside at the Little Blue Shed from 2:40 to 3:40. We will be harvesting for the Arlington Food Assistance Center, and planting Fall flowers.

From Ms. Riley:It’s audition time! Auditions for the TJMS Fall Play, Shakesplosion!!!, will be this Thursday September 15 from 2:40-5:00 in the auditorium. If you are interested in trying out, then you will need to get an audition packet. The audition packet will give you all the information you need to prepare for audition. You can get an audition packet either from Ms. Riley or from the bulletin board in the Music and Drama Hallway. Any questions see Ms. Riley.

From Ms. Detweiler:

• Soccer tryouts for 6th grade girls will take place on TUESDAY 9/13.
• This is a change from the previous announcement.
• 7th and 8th grade soccer tryouts will be held on Wednesday 9/14.

Remember that tonight is Back-to-School Night for families.  It starts at 6:30pm.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Dunbar:Garden Club starts this Friday. No permission forms necessary. We meet outside at the Little Blue Shed from 2:40 to 3:40. We will be harvesting for the Arlington Food Assistance Center, and planting Fall flowers.

Now here’s Mr. Clark: Good morning TJMS!Hello students, I am Mr. Clark and I am the sponsor of Jefferson’s Model United Nations Club. We will begin this year’s MUN Club today after school. You can find my room in front of the cafeteria, room 80.If you like to problem solve, communicate with others, and develop new skills while learning about global issues, then come to room #80 today and join our club. See you this afternoon after classes let out!

From Ms. Wall:Study hall starts today after school in the Library.  Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday students can come right after school to get help with your homework.  Subject teachers will be there to make sure you understand your assignments and to help you.  Sign in at the counter. Study hall ends at 3:30pm.  You can get picked up, walk home, or wait downstairs for the late bus because Late busses start today, too!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day

From Mr. J Anderson: Good Morning Yellowjackets, Today is picture day! Your TA teacher will go over instructions on when your team will take today. Please see Mr. J Anderson in room 82 if you have any questions.

Now here’s Mr. Ammon: Soccer tryouts for 6th grade girls will take place on TUESDAY 9/13. This is a change from the previous announcement. 7th and 8th grade soccer tryouts will be held on Wednesday 9/14.

From Mr. Clark: Good Friday morning TJMS!The much-anticipated Model United Nations Club will be starting up this coming Monday September 12th after school. In room 80, in front of the cafeteria.If you like to problem solve, communicate with others, and develop new skills while learning about global issues, then come to room #80 this coming Monday and join our club. See you on Monday after classes let out!

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Burton:“Students, today is the last day to return your ACT II forms to the ACT II teachers or Ms. Burton. Act II classes will start Monday, September 12th. “

From Mr. J Anderson:Good Morning Yellowjackets, Remember this Friday September 9th is picture day! Your TA teacher will go over instructions on when your team will take pictures later this week. Please see Mr. J Anderson in room 82 if you have any questions.

From Ms. Riley:Yellowjackets, you better be paying attention because this announcement is super important if you like to have fun after school. The most fun you can have after school is to join an Act 2 class. This semester we have Drama, Chorus, FACS, Art, Tech Innovations, and Creating Websites/Apps Act 2 Classes. If you are interested and want more information, get an Act 2 handout from either a school counselor or an Act 2 teacher. This year the Act 2 teachers are Ms. Riley, Mr. Banach, Mr. Nolen, Ms. E Shepardson, Mr. J Anderson and Ms. Boda. Everyone is welcomed!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Mr. J Anderson: Good Morning Yellowjackets, Remember this Friday September 9th is picture day! Your TA teacher will go over instructions on when your team will take pictures later this week. Please see Mr. J Anderson in room 82 if you have any questions.

From Ms. Riley: Yellowjackets, you better be paying attention because this announcement is super important if you like to have fun after school. The most fun you can have after school is to join an Act II class. This semester we have Drama, Chorus, FACS, Art, Tech Innovations, and Creating Websites/Apps Act II Classes. If you are interested and want more information, get an Act II handout from either a school counselor or an Act II teacher. This year the Act II teachers are Ms. Riley, Mr. Banach, Mr. Nolen, Ms. E Shepardson, Mr. J Anderson and Ms. Boda. Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Burton: Students, If you were interested in taking Mr. Anderson’s ACT II class, “Digital Input”, it will not be offered at this time. If anything changes in October, we will let you know.

Don’t forget the deadline to return your ACT II forms is next Thursday. You can pick a form up from the counseling suite or on the Counseling Canvas Course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Wall: There will be a quick meeting of this year’s Morning Announcement team in the Library right after the morning announcements. We need to talk about setting up our job rotation. It is important that everyone comes–it should be quick!

The Library is closed after school today for a meeting.

From Ms. Riley: Yellowjackets, you better be paying attention because this announcement is super important if you like to have fun after school. The most fun you can have after school is to join an Act II class. This semester we have Drama, Chorus, FACS, Art, Tech Innovations, and Creating Websites/Apps Act II Classes. If you are interested and want more information, get an Act II handout from either a school counselor or an Act II teacher. This year the Act II teachers are Ms. Riley, Mr. Banach, Mr. Nolen, Ms. E Shepardson, Mr. J Anderson and Ms. Boda. Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Burton: Students, If you were interested in taking Mr. Anderson’s ACT II class, “DigitalInput”, it will not be offered at this time. If anything changes in October, we will let you know.

Don’t forget the deadline to return your ACT II forms in is next Thursday. You can pick a form up from the counseling suite or on the Counseling Canvas Course.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a B Day.

From Ms. Riley: Yellowjackets, you better be paying attention because this announcement is super important if you like to have fun after school. The most fun you can have after school is to join an Act II class.

This semester we have Drama, Chorus, FACS, Art, Tech Innovations, and Creating Websites/Apps Act II Classes. If you are interested and want more information, get an Act II handout from either a school counselor or an Act II teacher.

This year the Act II teachers are Ms. Riley, Mr. Banach, Mr. Nolen, Ms. E Shepardson, Mr. J Anderson and Ms. Boda. Everyone is welcome!

From Ms. Burton: Students, If you were interested in taking Mr. Anderson’s ACT II class, “Digital Input”, it will not be offered at this time. If anything changes in October, we will let you know.

Don’t forget the deadline to return your ACT II forms in is next Thursday. You can pick a form up from the counseling suite or on the Counseling Canvas Course.

Now here’s Mr. Malinosky: Remember that there is no school on Friday and Monday for the Labor Day holiday. See you back at Jefferson next Tuesday!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is an A Day.

From Ms. Mills-Mirick: Students who missed connecting with their last year’s TA teacher yesterday to retrieve their iPads should return to their previous TA classroom today after the announcements.

From Ms. Riley: Yellowjackets, you better be paying attention because this announcement is super important if you like to have fun after school. The most fun you can have after school is to join an Act 2 class.

This semester we have Drama, Chorus, FACS, Art, Tech Innovations, and Creating Websites/Apps Act 2 Classes. If you are interested and want more information, get an Act 2 handout from either a school counselor or an Act 2 teacher.

This year the Act 2 teachers are Ms. Riley, Mr. Banach, Mr. Nolen, Ms. E Shepardson,Mr. J Anderson and Ms. Boda.

Everyone is welcome!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a special Anchor Day with B Electives for 6th graders.

From Ms. Mills-Mirick: 7th and 8th grade Students: remember that when you retrieve your iPad this morning that you need to return to your last year TA classroom.

Your teachers have the schedule of the times your teams should be dismissed to return to your last year’s TA classroom.

Please return to your current TA as quickly as possible so you have time to set up your devices.

Thanks!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is a special Anchor Day with A Electives for 6th graders.

Welcome Back to the 2022-2023 School Year!

Here’s our ITC, Ms. Mills-Mirick, with a special announcement: