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Jasper Elementary School
August 14, 2023
Best Start in the History of JES
We are so happy to announce that parents, teachers, staff, and students seem to be off to a fantastic start to the school year. Buses have had some adjustments, but everyone seems to be adapting to those changes very well. We thank everyone for their positive attitude and desire to work together for the betterment of our students.
To continue this fabulous start, we encourage parents and teacher to communicate frequently for better understanding of our strategies. If you have any questions that is schoolwide in concern, feel free to contact Mr. Erny or Mr. Taylor in the Jasper Elementary School office. We are truly "Better Together".
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School Safety
School Safety is a top priority at Jasper Elementary School. During the upcoming week we will be practicing school wide safety drills. These drills are not meant to scare the students. We understand that some students may be anxious or scared during these drills, especially those who have never been in school. Our staff will be talking about the expectations with our students to prepare them for the drills. Please talk with you students about the importance of the drills and that we are conducting these drills to help keep everyone safe.
Thank you!!
Morning Drop Off
When dropping off your students in the morning we ask that you pull all the way forward to first flag. We ask that you utilize the entire sidewalk to drop your students off. By utilizing the entire sidewalk, we are able to get to more cars through our drop off line and keep the traffic from backing up onto the road. We also ask that all drivers stay in the vehicle and students should exit the right side of car on the curb. Please don't park you car along the curb and walk you child into the building. Parents are not allowed to drop off in the North parking lot to avoid the line. That lot is for Co-op buses and preschool drop off. Thanks for you help in this matter!!
Afternoon Pick-Up
When entering the parking lot for pick up, please pull up as close as you can to the car in front of you. This will allow for us to get more cars in the parking lot and off of the road. We also ask that you stay off of you cell phones once we start collecting names of the students. This is for the safety of the students and staff involved in car line.
Thanks!
A Reason to Smile
Jasper Elementary School students and staff will be photographed on Tuesday, August 29 in the gym. In an attempt to keep everyone's clothes and hair in pristine condition, morning recesses will be cancelled. We will have enough photographers on site to photograph the entire school prior to lunch being served too. The only exception to this will be our afternoon Pre-Kindergarten students who will be photographed after their arrival that afternoon. Please be looking or special information coming home with your child.
Volunteer/Background Checks
With the new school year upon us, we often get the question about volunteering in the classroom or being a chaperone on a field trip. We always love when our families want to help the students or take part in a field trip.
When it comes to volunteers, each classroom is different on the number of volunteers needed. Each classroom teacher will be communicating if they are needing volunteers to help in the classrooms. When it comes to chaperones on field trips, it will be up to each grade level and classroom teacher as to how many chaperones are allowed to follow the bus. Some of the places we take trips to limit the number of chaperones we are allowed to take.
If you would be interested in volunteering or being a chaperone on a field trip, we must have a background check on file. By clicking on the link below, you will be able to fill out a background check. These will last for 5 years or while your child is at JES. It does take some time to process these, so start early so you are able to volunteer or chaperone.
https://greater-jasper-consolidated-schools-vol.school-background-checks.com/
Paying Book Rental
Pay Book Rental Fees - Parent Instructions by School
*If you wish to apply for free and reduced meals, please use the link below.
https://www.myschoolapps.com/.../Dist.../GREATERJASPER_IN...
https://www.myschoolapps.com/.../Dist.../GREATERJASPER_IN...
You can Bring check or cash into school any day from 8:30 – 2:30. Checks can be made out to Greater Jasper Schools
Use the MySchoolBucks app or click on “MySchoolBucks” within PowerSchool on the left-hand side. It will take you to your account. You will have to “add to basket” and then pay with a credit card. There is a 4.6% fee for the transaction.
Kindergarten - $0
1st Grade - $0
2nd Grade - $0
3rd Grade - $3.57
4th Grade -$3.57
5th Grade - $3.57
*If you are still experiencing issues, you may call the school at 812-556-3600
A Note from the Lunch Room
If your student brings their lunch and gets a milk, they will be charged $0.50 for the milk. We wanted everyone to be aware of this charge.
Thank you!
August Breakfast Menu
Breakfast is FREE for ALL students. If your child is planning on eating breakfast, please have them at school by 7:45 so they have ample time to eat before school starts at 8:00
August Lunch Menu
Lunch is $2.25 for students each day. If your child runs low on funds, you can a check or cash with your child. You may also utilize My School Bucks to add money to their account.
Important Information!
School hours are 8:00AM -3:00PM. Students can arrive starting at 7:15AM. Students may not be dropped off prior to 7:15 AM. If you bring your child to school after 8:00 AM, you must escort them to the front doors.
Please see nurse Hannah Peltier for prescription medicine intake. All medicine must be accompanied by a parent and include a physician’s prescription. Students are not allowed to transport medicine to school.
VERY IMPORTANT- If your child's transportation changes, please notify the office with a note ASAP.
Upgrade Healthy Snack Ideas for Recess and Classroom Celebrations
Jasper Elementary allows healthy food choices for recess and classroom celebrations. A list of smart snacks can be found below. There are many other healthy food choices in addition to this list. Please be mindful when providing snacks.
Transportation Safety Update from Mr. Buechlein!
The following are steps being taken by GJCS to ensure the safe transportation of students on school buses.
- School buses have been cleaned and disinfected prior to the start of school.
- Students must stay in their own seats and keep their hands to themselves.
- If behavior arises, students will have consequences.
- Seating charts are required on the buses.
- Students are required to ride only their assigned bus.
Please see the attachment for FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
PTO UPDATES!!
The PTO is a volunteer organization that is dedicated to supporting JES students and staff. If you are interested in Volunteering with the PTO, please send an email to jespto@gjcs.k12.in.us with your contact information or general questions.
1. Welcome back from the PTO!! We hope everyone is off to a great start.
2. Meeting Reminder- The PTO will host our first meeting of the year on Tuesday, August 22nd at 6:30 in the JES Library. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. We look forward to seeing new and old faces!
3. Classroom Supply Drive - Thank you for making this a huge success! We will continue to have the bins located in the hallways for another week or so. We can still use more Kleenex ;)
4. Dues - Thank you to everyone who has already submitted their annual dues. Dues remain $10 per family this year and we use this money for various events and activities throughout the year to help enrich your child’s educational experience. If you want more information on the PTO or would like to become more involved, please email Kristin Braun at jespto@gjcs.k12.in.us
You can pay your dues here: https://givebutter.com/JasperPTO
5. Apparel Sale!! The online JES Spirit Store is open and ready to accept orders. Please get your spirit wear and fall gear here:
https://jasperelementaryspiritstore.itemorder.com/shop/home/
6. Raise Right - Download the app today! Our enrollment code is A9L615B88978 Raise Right is an ongoing fundraiser where you purchase gift cards (either E cards or physical gift cards) from local and national brands. A percentage of the money spent goes back to the school and also towards your child’s lunch account. It’s a win win for everyone! Checkout the flyers and email jespto@gjcs.k12.in.us if you have questions on how it works or how to get started.
Do you have children in multiple schools? Choose one of these! Just search GREATER JASPER to see all the options!