Dear Jefferson Middle School Community,

I hope this newsletter finds you well. We've had an exciting and productive week at our school, and I'm thrilled to share some important updates with you.

Parent Engagement Success

We're grateful for the active participation of our parents in recent meetings:

- The ELAC Needs Assessment meeting was a success, with several parents providing valuable input on our school program.

- Our first School Site Council meeting went exceptionally well. New members were trained on their representative responsibilities, and we received helpful feedback on our school compact and family engagement policies.

Your involvement is crucial to our school's success, and we truly appreciate your dedication.

Coffee with the Principal

The next opportunity to provide input is at our upcoming Coffee with the Principal event. Details are as follows:

Tuesday, October 1, 8:30-9:30am, Jefferson Middle School

We look forward to seeing you there!

Construction Update

Progress continues on our campus improvements:

- Work on the MDF framing is ongoing.

- Furnishing and painting of the new restroom facilities are underway.

- The prefabricated restrooms are expected to be completed the week of October 18, 2024.

- In the meantime, additional restrooms on the upper campus will be opened for student use.

Sports Highlights

Our Jefferson Falcons have been soaring high in various sports:

Volleyball

- Congratulations to our 8th-grade team for winning all their matches against Chavez Middle School!

- Next meet: October 1 at Lincoln Middle School

Cross Country

- Our team participated in their first meet at Lincoln Middle School last week.

- Despite nerves, all runners gave their best effort among 7-8 competing schools.

- Next race: October 2 at Potter Jr. High

Flag Football

- First game: Tuesday, October 1, 3:30 PM on campus vs. Lincoln

Girls Basketball

- Season runs from October 14 to November 21

We're proud of all our student-athletes for their hard work and dedication!

As always, thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Together, we're making Jefferson Middle School an excellent place for our students to learn, grow, and achieve.

Best regards,

Dr. Penuliar

Principal, Jefferson Middle School

Join us for coffee with the principal Tuesday, October 1st at 8:30am-9:30am

Dear Parents,

Please take a moment to complete the survey so that TrueCare can provide the services your families are asking for. TrueCare will be hosting their Health & Safety Event on Friday, October 25, from 4:00-7:00 pm, and all OUSD families are invited. An official flyer with more details will be shared after we receive your feedback. Thank you, families—we couldn’t do this without you!

Direct link to survey: https://forms.gle/uQ8pboFMiU2NtKLC9

Queridos padres,

Por favor tómense un momento para completar la encuesta, para que TrueCare pueda ofrecer los servicios que sus familias están solicitando. TrueCare organizará su Evento de Salud y Seguridad el viernes 25 de octubre, de 4:00 a 7:00 pm, y todas las familias de OUSD están invitadas. Se compartirá un folleto oficial con más detalles una vez que recibamos sus comentarios. ¡Gracias, familias, no podríamos hacer esto sin ustedes!

Link directo a la encuesta: https://forms.gle/9VrtXFXbA9HRRBC5A

Tutor.com provides 24/7, expert, individualized academic support for students K-12. Students can access this resource in ClassLink.

The enrollment window for the Device Protection Plan for student Chromebooks is now open.

We highly recommend taking advantage of this affordable plan to safeguard your child's Chromebook against accidental damage or theft. The cost of repairs for Chromebooks can range from $40 to $400, but for only $20 per school year, the Device Protection Plan provides coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage or theft.

Purchasing the plan is simple and convenient. You can do so online with a credit card or electronic check through our secure payment portal at www.myschoolbucks.com.

The enrollment window for the Device Protection Plan is limited, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible. Invest in your child's learning experience and ensure their Chromebook is protected throughout the school year.

La ventana de inscripción para el Plan de Protección de Dispositivos para estudiantes Chromebooks ya está abierta.

Recomendamos encarecidamente aprovechar este plan asequible para proteger el Chromebook de su hijo contra daños accidentales o robo. El costo de las reparaciones de Chromebooks puede oscilar entre $ 40 a $ 400, pero por sólo $ 20 por año escolar, el Plan de Protección de Dispositivos ofrece cobertura para un máximo de dos incidentes de daño accidental o robo.

Adquirir el plan es sencillo y cómodo. Puede hacerlo en línea con una tarjeta de crédito o cheque electrónico a través de nuestro portal de pago seguro en www.myschoolbucks.com. El plazo de inscripción para el Plan de Protección de Dispositivos es limitado, por lo que le animamos a que se inscriba lo antes posible. Invierta en la experiencia de aprendizaje de su hijo y asegúrese de que su Chromebook esté protegido durante todo el curso escolar.

If your student would like to join a sport they need to fill out a Sports Packet.

❗Sports packets will be available in the PE locker room❗

You can also complete the digital form, print it and turn it in to a P.E Teacher

A better way to navigate your child's mental health.

We understand that parenting is a challenging and oftentimes overwhelming experience. Our program connects you with a free parenting coach and therapist-created content to help you navigate the ups and downs with confidence.

Link Here

Una forma mejor de gestionar la salud mental de sus hijos.

Entendemos que la crianza de los hijos es una experiencia difícil y a menudo abrumadora. Nuestro programa le pone en contacto con un tutor gratuito y con contenidos creados por terapeutas para ayudarle a superar los altibajos con confianza.

Enlace Aqui

We strongly recommend not to pick up your child during the lunch period. Security does their best at calling out for the students but its not a quick process with over 450 students out at lunch. Please be patient and give yourself plenty of time if you are headed to an appointment if picking up your child during this time. Students can not be released the last 15 minutes of the day.

Recomendamos encarecidamente no recoger a su hijo durante el período del almuerzo. La seguridad hace todo lo posible para llamar a los estudiantes, pero no es un proceso rápido con más de 450 estudiantes afuera durante el almuerzo. Tenga paciencia y tómese suficiente tiempo si se dirige a una cita si va a recoger a su hijo durante este tiempo. Los estudiantes no pueden salir los últimos 15 minutos del día.

• Cell Phone Usage
  Students must turn off (ringer/tone/sounds off) and store their phones in their backpacks upon entering campus. Phones should stay off until they leave.

• Exceptions
  Students with specific accommodations (IEPs, 504 plans, or medical conditions) may have phone access as specified.

• Communication
  Classrooms have landlines for students to contact parents when necessary. Phones will be accessible in emergencies.

• Academic Benefits
  Reducing phone usage helps students stay focused and engaged in class.

• Safety and Security
  This policy helps prevent cyberbullying, ensures students focus during emergencies, and reduces the risk of theft or loss.

Online enrollment