JCMS Family News
What's Your New Year's Resolution?
Oh, That Was a Great Question! (Answers to Parent & Student Questions)
Question:
- What is the construction project at the back side of the school?
Answer:
- Construction crews are beginning the prep work for the installation of a massive generator. This generator will power the entire building during periods when the campus is used as a shelter.
Tech Tips: Use Tech to Stay on Top of Assignments
Tech Tip for Middle School Parents: Managing AI Tools and Screen Time
As AI tools become more integrated into education, it’s important for parents to guide their middle schoolers in using them responsibly.
A helpful tech tip is: Set boundaries and encourage critical thinking – While AI tools (like homework assistants or research generators) can be great learning aids, it’s essential to ensure your child uses them ethically and not as a shortcut for doing their own work. Encourage your child to use AI for brainstorming, learning concepts, or enhancing creativity, but remind them to always understand and verify the information before using it. Set limits on screen time to prevent over-reliance on AI, helping your child balance technology with other activities.
Focus Areas: JCMS Parent & Student Handbook
All students were given handbooks on the first day of school. Please take a little time to review the book with your child. Here are a few focus areas:
- School Calendar: page 6
- Bullying/Harassment: page 17
- Athletics: page 14
- Cell Phones: page 19
- Clubs & Student Groups: page 21
- Deliveries: page 22
- Dress Code: page 23
- Fighting/Videotaping a Fight: page 24
- ISS (In School Suspension): page 26
- Report Card & Interim Report Dates: page 30
- Tardy Policy: page 31
- Tobacco Policy (includes vapes): page 31
Full Handbook https://bit.ly/3XH6xnq