Thursday Sep. 29, 2022

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!