News and events - October 5, 2023
Scholastic Book Fair
Jackson is proud to host our fall Scholastic Book Fair. The Book Fair will be open the week of October 9-13 during the school day, and during conferences the evening of October 10 and 12. Students, parents, and staff members should make plans to stop by and check out the great selection of books!
NEW - Scholastic Book Fair is now offering a Book Fair eWallet as a payment option. Put money on an account for your student, then they can shop cash-free at the book fair.
Fall Conferences
Fall conferences are Tuesday, October 10, from 3:45 – 7:35 pm; Thursday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 17, from 3:45 – 7:30 pm.
We recommend that you schedule your conference times before coming to conferences. If you need help, stop at the main office on conference night and we will help you schedule them. Please note that some teachers’ schedules fill up and may not be available if you wait to schedule your conference times the night of conferences. If you have any problems with the sign up, please call 763-506-5331 for help.
From The Library
Our students have been avid readers so far this year! Almost 4,000 books were checked out in the month of September!
There are resources available at your Hennepin County Library, too. There are free tutors available online every day from 1 to 11 p.m. There are in person tutors available at some libraries on certain nights of the week, including the Brooklyn Park Library.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers, we need you! We currently have a large volunteer need! Specifically, we have an immediate need for volunteers for the Book Fair. If you would like to check out this and/or other current volunteer opportunities, please visit our website here and click the "volunteer opportunities" button. All of our current volunteer opportunities are visible in real time!
Wondering how to start? A new volunteer application and background release form have to be filled out every school year. You can find the links to these forms here. Please be sure to submit both forms. Once we have received both completed forms, you will receive a welcome email to know when they have been processed. Thank you for your support, Volunteers! We couldn't run these events without you!
Celebrate Multicultural Night at Jackson Middle School
Stop by Friday night to celebrate Multicultural Night at Jackson Middle School.
When: October 6, 2023
Time: 5 - 8 PM
Cost: Free
This event is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our school. It's a time to embrace our identities, learn from one another, and create lasting memories.
Who's Invited?
All students, parents, and their families are warmly invited to attend JMS's Multicultural Night.
What to Expect?
Enjoy diverse culinary delights from our food trucks (optional purchase).
Engage in a wide range of activities.
Be entertained by captivating performances.
Explore cultural representations and resources that celebrate our diverse backgrounds.
Student Fashion Show Participation
If your child is interested in participating in our fashion show, please have them reach out to their advisory teacher, Mr. Perkins, or Mrs. Farid for more details.
Important Reminders:
Parents must stay with their students throughout the event to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Students are not allowed to attend the event without parental attendance.
We look forward to seeing you there as we come together to celebrate our vibrant and diverse school community. Let's make this year's Multicultural Night a night to remember!
Tips for healthy social media use for parents/guardians and students
It is important for both parents/guardians and students to regularly check in with their social media use and interactions.
In a blog post from icanhelp.net titled, “Back to School, But Let's Chat About Social Media First,” parents and students are provided with five tips on having a healthy relationship with social media.
For Parents: The Protector’s Playbook
Timing is Everything
Privacy 101
Parental Tools
Trust, Don’t Hover
Friend or Foe?
For Students: Digital Citizenship Skills for Gen Z
Block Wisely
Curate Your Circle
Digital Detox
Respond to Harm
Bridge the Generation Gap
Read the full blog post, which provides more detail on each of the five tips.
AVID Program looking for Paraprofessionals
Are you, or a family member, looking for a part-time job? Jackson’s AVID program is in need of adults that would like to work 2 or 3 days a week with small groups of 7th and 8th grade students. The paraeducator job is every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:30 to 3:30. Paraeducators receive training and work with AVID teachers and other school staff. The goal is to provide support to students as they use questioning to help each other through classwork in all academic areas. These small groups are student directed and promote connections and teamwork through questioning. Understanding of teaching various subjects is not required.
Please check the Anoka-Hennepin postings for the specifics (AVID Paraeducators - Supplemental Programs). There is also a position that is shared with Coon Rapids Middle if interested in more hours and experiences. The position requires a high school diploma and you will be trained through the district.
This is a thriving program that continues for students at Champlin Park and we would love to have you as part of the support team for our diverse group of 7th and 8th grade AVID students. Please contact Dawn Kugler-Park (dawn.kuglerpark@ahschools.us) with questions or the district office to apply for the position.
Device Protection Plan
Tech Protect: Device Protection Plan available for families with students assigned district Chromebooks
Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year is now open.
Technology plays an important role in preparing students for life, and Chromebooks are utilized as a daily learning tool in Anoka-Hennepin middle and high school classrooms. Anoka-Hennepin students in grades 6-12 are assigned a Chromebook from the school district to ensure access to technology systems that support classroom learning.
The Technology Protection Plan is optional; it is not required, however, by electing not to participate in the Protection Plan, families may be required to reimburse the school district for the replacement or repair of damaged Chromebooks assigned to their student/s. Damaged or broken screens may cost between $100 to $190 depending on parts needed; or the replacement cost for the entire device could be up to $410.
Families can opt-in to the Device Protection Plan by logging into A-HConnect, and selecting "My Student Information," and "Fees." Parents must select or decline coverage under the Device Protection Plan.
The plan cost is $20 per student or $60 per family per school year.
If the student qualifies for free or reduced-price school meals in the 2023-24 school year, the cost of the Protection Plan will be reduced to $0.
Repairs with the Protection Plan are subject to a $15 deductible.
View the Device Protection Plan flyer to learn more.
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