

The Patriot Post
December 23, 2024
In This Update
- MAIN OFFICE REMINDERS
- Winter Break
- New School Website
- SCHOOL EVENTS & CLUBS
- Yearbook
- Music Concert Dates
- COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
- Raising Wisconsin Children 2025 Conference
- Apparel Holiday Sale
- Winter Formal
- Fidelis Consulting Service
- ATHLETICS INFORMATION
- Winter Sports Sign Up & Information
- OTHER USEFUL LINKS FROM PREVIOUS UPDATES
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New School Website
Have you seen the new Stevens Point Area Public School District website? All schools across the district have updated websites. Check out the new and improved PJ Jacobs school website at
This update is all about making it easier for you to stay connected, informed, and engaged with everything happening in our schools.
Here’s what you’ll find:
- Streamlined Navigation: Find what you need quickly with clear menus and organized content.
- Mobile-Friendly Design: Whether you’re at home or on the go, the new site works seamlessly on all your devices.
- Individual School Websites: Each school now has its own dedicated domain, like spash.pointschools.net, making it easier to connect directly with your student’s school.
- A Fresh Look: The new design reflects the vibrant and exciting things happening in our schools every day!
A Few Things to Know
Where Are Student Links?
Student links have moved to their Chrome bookmarks, giving students quicker access to the tools they need.Questions or Feedback?
As with any big change, we expect to continue fine-tuning the site. If you notice anything missing or have suggestions, we’d love your feedback!Need Help Finding Your School’s Website?
Visit our district homepage at www.pointschools.net, where you’ll find a directory of all school sites.
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Music Concert Dates
- 01/28/2025 - PJ Chamber Orchestra Elementary Outreach Tour
- 01/30/2025 - PJ Concert Band Elementary Outreach Tour
- 03/01/2025 - WSMA District Solo and Ensemble Festival
- 03/11/2025 - All - District Orchestra Concert
- 04/08/2025 - District Jazz Night
- 04/24/2025 - PJ Jacobs Spring Band Concert
- 05/03/2025 - WSMA State Solo and Ensemble
- 05/08/2025 - PJ Jacobs Spring Choir Concert
- 05/13/2025 - PJ Jacobs Combined 6th and 7th Grade Bands
- 05/15/2025 - PJ/Ben/SPASH Bandshell Concert
- 05/19/2025 - PJ Jacobs/Elem Strings Spring Orchestra Concert
- 05/22/2025 - PJ Award Ceremony Jazz Band Performance
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Raising Wisconsin Children 2025 Conference
This free, online event is perfect for parents, teachers, and all those who care for Wisconsin’s children. Learn hands-on tips from leading experts for raising healthy, resilient kids. This year, we’re focusing on unlocking the power of social and emotional skills in children and teens!
You can attend as many conference sessions as you want. All sessions will have closed captions. Participate in a Q&A session with speakers after each presentation. Register to attend and view conference recordings through February.
January 28, 2025
8:15 AM – 4:30 PM, CST
Free & Virtual on Zoom
SCHEDULE
8:30 AM
- Early Experiences Elevate Everything: Early Brain and Child Development and The Future Of Society Dipesh Navsaria, MPH, MSLIS, MD
9:45 AM
- Mindfulness and Compassion for Well-Being Larissa Duncan, PhD
11:00 AM
- Navigating Challenging Behaviors in Early Childhood with Grace and Respect Laura Froyen, PhD
1:00 PM
- Five Critical Conversations Necessary to Support Children’s Transition to Kindergarten Michelle Sands, PhD
2:15 PM
- A Parent’s Guide to Treating Childhood Anxiety and OCD Stephen Whiteside, PhD, LP
3:30 PM
- Raising Resilient Teenagers: Breaking the Intergenerational Cycle of Family Adversity Amanda Morris, PhD
REGISTER HERE:
https://go.wisc.edu/raisingwi
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We're hiring! SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Apply today: District Employment Opportunities
Call us at: (715) 496-7005 or email one of our Managers
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Winter Sports Sign Up & Information
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P.J. Jacobs Junior High School
Website: https://www.pointschools.net/PJJacobs
Location: 2400 Main Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481
Phone: 715-345-5422
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PJJacobsJuniorHigh
Parent Partner Information
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Si necesita ayuda traduciendo información que se encuentra en el correo electrónico, por favor, contacte a Jami McGriff al correo jmcgriff@pointschools.net o llame al 715-498-1976