TJMS Weekly Family Newsletter

Jaguar Families,

The year seems to be flying by! This coming week is the last week in the third quarter. We have two minimum days on Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14, for end of term culminating academic activities. March 17-21 is Spring Break with NO SCHOOL. I hope the time affords you a chance to do something together to make special memories or provide a chance for needed rest. When we return for the 4th quarter on Monday, March 24, it is a REVERSE MINIMUM DAY for Staff Professional Development and to prepare for a new term. All special bell schedules are below.

Please see below for many details, including, guidance for the month of Ramadan, 8th Grade Spring Picture Day, 8th Grade End of Year Activity/ Promotion details and eligibility information, celebrating our CyberPatriots being 3 out of 700 middle school teams to make it to Nationals, and much more.

Be Kind. GO JAGS!!! 💜

Jenny Keyport

TJMS Principal

• Purpose: The following (attached pdf) guidance aims to raise awareness and ensure support for Muslim students and staff observing in Ramadan.
• When: February 28 - March 29, 2025 (shifts annually with the 9th month of the Islamic lunar calendar)

• TJMS Website
• TJMS 24-25 Bell Schedules
  
• Reporting Student Absences
• My School Bucks
• TJMS Calendar
• TJMS Student Handbook
• TJMS Activities
• EGUSD Synergy, ParentVue and StudentVue help
  
• EGUSD Calendars
  
• 2024-2025 EGUSD Parent and Student Handbook
  

LOOKING AHEAD:

• 3/13 - 14, Term 3 Finals, Minimum Days
• 3/17-3/21, SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL
• 3/24, Reverse Minimum Day, First day of 4th Quarter - school starts at 11:35 - 2:50
• 3/29, 8th Grade Six Flags Field Trip

To see all events and activities, go to the TJMS Website and click on “VIEW ALL DATES” to see our up to date activities and events calendar./

SPRING PICTURE DAY

8th Grade students will take Promotion Pictures on Tuesday, April 8th. These photos will be printed on student's promotion certificates. The preorder code for Promotion pictures will be sent home before Promotion pictures.

8th GRADE PROMOTION

Toby Johnson 8th grade promoting students will be celebrated with a promotion ceremony on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The ceremony will take place in the Franklin High School Gym. Ceremonies will be held by team. Mark your calendar and keep an eye on your email, more information will be sent home in the coming weeks.

2025 Promotion Schedule

• Aggies 8:30-9:30 am
• Hornets 10:30-11:30 am
• Tigers 1:00-2:00 pm

8th Grade Jaguar Families,

End of the year 8th Grade activities can be a big deal for students and families and we don't want you to miss any of it. For information about ALL end of the year 8th Grade events, including Social Events (No Activities List applies) AND the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony (specific eligibility criteria apply), please open and read both attachments below.

PBIS FOCUS

We will continue to teach and reinforce our 4 core values in all locations on campus with a specific focus on respect. PBIS lessons will focus on maintaining a positive or neutral attitude, remembering that all behaviors have an appropriate Time & Place, and treating others the way you want to be treated. Teachers will reward students who are meeting our core values by handing out Jag Swag. Families can continue the conversation at home by talking about the importance of respect at home and in the community.

JAG SWAG PULL

We will not have a Jag Swag pull this week as it is finals week. Please save your Jag Swag for after Spring Break.

Toby Johnson Middle School Sentinel Rock Team to Compete for National Title
Out of 700 middle school teams, only 3 remain in the race for the National Champion title at CyberPatriot-17! Huge congratulations to the Sentinel Rock team from Toby Johnson Middle School for making it to the finals! Best of luck as you compete for the crown!

2024-25 EGUSD School Year Calendar
The EGUSD 2024-2025 School Year Calendar – English | Spanish .

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Elk Grove Upcoming Events and Key Dates

Approved Fliers:

• The Grove Teen Center

• Crossover Basketball March 2025

• Sunshine Swim Center

• EG Soccer Academy

• Collegiate Symphony Orchestra

• Future Scientists and Engineers

• Tiny Tot Preschools

• Sacramento Flag Football

• Teen Enrichment Classes

• Danzantes Del Alma

• Volleyball League

• Crossover Basketball

January 27 & March 11, 2025: Community Outreach
The Elk Grove Unified School District’s Curriculum and Professional Learning Department invites families of students in grades 5, 7, and 9 to attend a preview of the Comprehensive Sexual Health Education curriculum. These informative sessions will be held via Zoom from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. To join, please visit our Comprehensive Sexual Health Education website and scroll to the bottom of the homepage for webinar links and details.

Now until May 2025: Parent Education at Elk Grove Adult and Community Education

Join our eight-week free course designed for all parents, offering practical strategies and insights to enhance parenting skills. Court-approved, it covers communication, discipline, child development, and family dynamics. Experience a supportive environment to exchange experiences and gain essential tools.
Parent Education Registration Information

Varsity Tutors for Schools
Elk Grove Unified is pleased to announce an exciting partnership with Varsity Tutors for Schools, a leading platform for live online tutoring at no cost to EGUSD students and families. When students need help with homework or are struggling to solve a problem, they can immediately chat with a tutor, 24/7, to get the help they need. Students can take practice tests and follow personal lesson plans for guided self-study. They can also sign up for expert-led live classes, and learn subjects like geometry, middle school math, elementary school reading and more, alongside their peers. The Varsity Tutors for School platform is now visible in the EGUSD student portal.

• Varsity Tutors Announcement

Empowered Parents (English Parent/Caregiver Workshop & Support Series)
This is a six-week program for English-speaking parents and caregivers, focusing on topics such as setting boundaries, discipline, connection, communication, coping skills, self-care, anxiety, and depression. Sessions will be held at Batey Elementary on January 15 and 29, February 5 and 19, and March 5 and 12, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Empowered Parents Flyer

Sacramento County Immunization Assistance Program
Free for those who do not have commercial insurance. Serving children ages 0-18. Clinic is by appointment only. Call (916) 875-7468 to schedule an appointment.
Immunization Assistance Program Flyer (translated flyers included)

The Dangers of Smoking & Vaping Resources
As we start a new school year, talking to your children about the dangers of smoking and vaping can be daunting. EGUSD’s Youth Development’s Tobacco Use Prevention Education program has some tips and resources for having those talks.
View The Dangers of Smoking & Vaping Resources

FREE Mental Health App
Explore your mental health journey with us. Soluna offers confidential support for California residents aged 13 to 25, completely free of charge. Engage in one-on-one chats with a professional coach, utilize interactive tools to manage stress, or dive into a variety of quizzes, videos, forums, and more. The choice is yours! No cost. No pressure.
Learn More About Soluna

Kaiser Permanente Offers FREE Narcan Nasal Spray
Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center is offering free Narcan nasal spray to members and non-members.
Narcan Nasal Spray Flyer