TJMS Weekly Family Newsletter

Jaguar Families,

I hope you've enjoyed some time with family while Jaguar students were home the last week. It's time to go back to school. Monday, December 2nd will be a minimum day for staff professional development. Dismissal for students is at 12:33 PM. Also, Monday 12/2, the library will be open until 1:00 pm to TJMS students due to the minimum day schedule.

We only have 15 school days left in the 2nd quarter and then the school year is half over! We have a Toby Tuesday at Habit Burger 12/3, an opportunity for listening sessions on 12/3, Student of the Month 12/5, two band concerts on 12/10 and 12/17, wrestling and basketball continuing, a focus on being RESPONSIBLE, an opportunity for students to sign up for a "Thriving in Middle School" group, and two minimum days to end the term on 12/19 and 12/20.

GO JAGS!!! 💜

GO NINERS!❤

Jenny Keyport

TJMS Principal

DATE: December 3, 2024

TIME: 5:30 - 7:00 PM

LOCATION: TJMS Gym

PURPOSE:

To hear from the Toby Johnson parents/guardians regarding positive school experiences, opportunities for growth and collective commitments to strengthen collaboration between home and school. We look forward to hearing from our community to make sure Toby Johnson continues to be the best place for students to thrive.

RSVP link here

*Limit 100 participants. Additional events will be provided if more are needed.

Hello Toby community from your school social worker 🙂

I’m offering students a new support group for students starting in January, details below:

Thriving in Middle School Group

In this 8-week group, we will be addressing:

• Stress about middle school life

• Relationship challenges

• Understanding and managing our emotions

• Practicing self-care for the mind and heart

Weekly sessions of 40 minutes (during Advo). No more than 10 students.

Open to 7th and 8th grade students.

If your student could benefit from participating in this group, please have the STUDENT complete the interest form linked in the student’s Synergy email by Wednesday December 11.

Contact chdeguzm@egusd.net for more information"

• 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:

• 12/2, MINIMUM DAY SCHEDULE (Staff PD Restorative Practices)
• Library will be open until 1pm to TJMS students due to the minimum day schedule
• 12/3, TJMS Community Listening Session 5:30-7:00 PM TJMS Gym (limit 100 participants)
• 12/7, Saturday Detention
• 12/10, Winter Jazz Night FrHS Jazz Band, 7:00pm in the MP Room
• 12/17 Winter Band Concert, 7:00pm in the MP Room
• 12/19, Term 2 Finals, Periods 1 & 2, Minimum Day
• 12/20, Term 2 Finals, Periods 3 & 4/5, Minimum Day
• 12/23 - 1/6, Winter Break - No School

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.

TOBY TUESDAY 12/3

Save the date, The first Tuesday of every month is Toby Tuesday (our dine-out day)! Help support Toby by dining at Habit Burger anytime between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Remember to tell them you are with Toby and we will get 20% of the profits. Bring your receipt to MC6 the next day at lunch for a prize! Order in person, on the app, or online using fundraiser code GIVEBACK.

STUDENT OF THE MONTH

November Student of the Month is Thursday 12/5. Invites & certificates will be given to students by Wednesday 12/4. This month’s treat is Cinnabon.

PBIS FOCUS:

Our theme for November is RESPONSIBLE. We challenge your student to limit time on their electronic devices and help at the house or volunteer in their community.

JAG SWAG PULL

This week we will have a Jag Swag Pull for MAJOR PRIZES! Students who win the MAJOR PRIZE pull will get to choose between

• Giant Couch Lunch: Pizza & Soda lunch for you and 5 friends on the giant inflatable couch

• Pacman Lunch: Pizza & Soda lunch for you and 5 friends in MC6 while you play PacMan Arcade Games

• Garden Lunch: Lunch in the garden for you and 5 friends (Bring your own lunch, we will provide dessert!)

• Lunch with an Admin or Office Staff: Door- Dashed Lunch in the office with a staff member who works in either office.

• Cookies for the class of their choice

WRESTLING

Head Coach Todd Wong, p_a_phi@yahoo.com

Practice:

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 5:00 - 7:00 PM @ TJMS MP Room

Match:

• Tuesday, December 3, Johnson vs. Harris @ Smedberg Middle School, 5:15 PM

Info:

• Closed to new participants

• Join the REMIND app for Apple and Google to stay up-to-date with information, class code is 2d2be7

8th Grade GIRLS BASKETBALL

Head Coach Jeff Gonzalvo, jgonzalvo@hotmail.com

Practice:

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Games:

• Tuesday, December 3, Johnson vs Albiani @ Albiani, 5:15 PM

• Thursday, December 5, Johnson vs Pinkerton @ Johnson 5:15 PM

8th Grade BOYS BASKETBALL

Head Coach CT Tactacan, coachct3@gmail.com

Practice:

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Games:

• Tuesday, December 3, Johnson vs Albiani @ Albiani, 4:15 PM

• Thursday, December 5, Johnson vs Pinkerton @ Johnson 4:15 PM

LOOKING AHEAD

• 7th Grade Basketball Tryouts - January 7-9, 2025

• Boys Volleyball Tryouts - March 24-26, 2025

• Co-Ed Track - March 24, 2025

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:

• CSD Youth Basketball

• Southgate Recreation Center

• An Old Fashioned Christmas

• Volleyball Sign Ups

• Elk Grove Rugby

• Elk Grove Lacrosse

• Next Level Flag Football

• VHS Sports

• CSD Winter Events

• Young Champions Cheerleading

January 4, 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2025: Little Vikings Winter Youth Boys Basketball Camp - Register by December 29, 2024

Exciting opportunities await young athletes! Boys in grades 3 through 8 are invited to join the Valley Vikings for a dynamic program where they can learn fundamentals, concepts, and compete in games while being coached by the Valley Vikings student-athletes and coaching staff. This camp will be held on Saturdays. Parents are encouraged to register their children or help promote the camp to other students. Registration is currently open. For questions or scholarship requests, please contact Coach TJ at tsantari@egusd.net.

• Register for Youth Boys Basketball Camp

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

Now Until December 19, 2024: Free Food Distribution
EGUSD will continue to host bi-monthly food distribution events through the summer and fall of 2024. Please note in July and August there will be one event. These events are held at Calvine High School (8333 Vintage Park Dr.) from 3:45 to 5:15 pm.
Free Food Distribution Flyer (translated flyers included)

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.
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