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July 2024
GATOR NEWS I Monthly Newsletter I July 2024
A Message from the Principal
Hello JRG Families,
I hope you are having a great summer break so far. Whether you're staying close to home or venturing out, summer is a wonderful time to relax and spend time with family and friends. These moments of fun and rest are so important to rejuvenate before we head into the next school year. We have been busy here at JRG planning and working on a number of building projects to get ready to welcome all of our seventh and eighth graders!
In this summer newsletter, you will find important information about some of our upcoming events beginning in August, including the Infinite Campus annual update, our district picture days, and our ROCKS kick-off, open house and ice cream social event.
We are excited to welcome students and families back at the end of August for our open house and look forward to a fantastic school year at JRG. If you have any questions or concerns as we approach the new school year, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Wishing you continued summer joy, and looking forward to another year of growth and learning together!
Emily Behnke
JRG Principal
REMINDER: Please help JRG become fragrance-free!
JRG is attempting to limit fragrances in our school. One of our teachers was recently diagnosed with Mast Cell Disease, similar to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. This is a rare disorder but one that has significant consequences to the person with the diagnosis. Mast cells are necessary for life and play a major role in our body’s immune system. When mast cells function normally, they keep a person healthy. With Mast Cell Disease, the body has too many mast cells and they are very reactive, which in turn causes an autoimmune reaction (essentially, the body is attacked by its own immune system). The disease is often misdiagnosed, and comes with a long list of possible triggers and symptoms.
In the case of our teacher, we need your help with a specific trigger that causes significant and at times debilitating symptoms - fragrances such as cologne, after shave lotion, perfume, perfumed lotion, fragranced hair products, and/or similar products. By reducing exposure to these triggers, symptoms will also be reduced. We are asking our families for any and all help they can provide in reducing fragrances coming into JRG. Your assistance in minimizing or eliminating fragrances can help not only this teacher, but also other students who have sensitivities and allergies related to fragrances by improving indoor air quality (please see the American Lung Association for more information on indoor air quality).
If you have questions, please feel free to contact our principal Emily Behnke.
We appreciate your support!
Annual Update
Open August 1, 2024
The Annual Update process which is done through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, will replace the forms you have filled out at your school in the past and is therefore required for all families. This process will guide you through updating and reviewing information for the upcoming school year and must be completed by the Primary Parent/Guardian.
School Fees
Pay school fees starting August 1st! School Fees are due by September 30th.
You have several options to pay school fees: Preferred Method: Pay online on your Infinite Campus parent portal page, beginning, Monday, August 1st. The usual $1.75 credit card fee will be waived between August 1-September 31 for those paying fees online. Mail a check to the school office (545 S. John Street, Kimberly, WI 54136). Checks payable to KASD.
If these options do not work for you at this time, please contact the main office at 920-788-7905.
"Optional" fees in Infinite Campus
How do I pay for a student agenda?
Student agendas are considered an optional fee. Here is a link to guide you through adding an "optional" fee to your student’s account. https://kb.infinitecampus.com/help/optional-payments
Student Schedules & Supply List
Picture Day
JRG picture day for the 2024-25 school year will be held on August 1st from 7:30 am to 11:30 am and August 19th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Please note that if you cannot make this date, school photos for any grade can be taken at any district school as noted in the flyer. One exception is Kimberly High School students must go to KHS. JRG School will also have a picture retake day in October.
Parking available in the South Parking Lot at JRG (stadium lot)
Enter through the doors to the Commons (Door 20S)
4K-8th grade picture day scheduling
9th-12th grade picture day scheduling
Network Photography Online Pre-Pay Order
Network Photography Printable Order Form
*KHS students must go to KHS so they can have their IDs printed
Breakfast $1.55
Lunch $2.90
Premium Meals $3.55
A la carte option: the a la carte option consist of individual sales of various sandwiches, pizza, fresh fruits, vegetables, salads, juice, milk and healthy snacks and beverages. Premium meals are available and include any entree from the Sono (Nacho/Taco) station, Deli Station, and occasionally the Create Station. Premium Meal options are indicated with signs at the point of service.
*For a full list of a la carte options with pricing or to restrict your child from purchasing a la carte options, use the following link.
http://chartwellsk12.compass-usa.com/KimberlyAreaSchoolDistrict/whats-cooking
How do I add money to my child's lunch account?
Free & Reduced
If you are approved for Free and Reduced lunch and would like to have fees waived,
you must also fill out the Sharing of Information form.
2024-2025 Free & Reduced Meal Application
Free & Reduced Meals Program Information
Free & Reduced Meals -Sharing Information with Other Programs
ROCKS Kick-off Event
Get ready to kick off the new school year with a bang!
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, August 28
Time: 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: JRG
Parking: JRG South Parking Lot (stadium lot)
Enter through the doors to the Commons (Door 20S) or the Gym (Door 17S)
Agenda:
4:30-5:30 PM: Supply Drop Off
Bring your supplies and put them in your locker!
Don't forget to stop by for Ice Cream and Popcorn!
5:30-6:00 PM: ROCKS Kick-Off in the Large Gym
Enjoy an inspiring message during open house and students who pledge for
ROCKS will be entered to win prizes!
6:00-7:00 PM: Open House
Find your classes, put supplies in your lockers, have some ice cream, and meet your teachers!
9th Annual Run for ROCKS Family Event
Wednesday, September 18th from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Join ROCKS as we start your commitment to a tobacco, alcohol, and drug-free lifestyle. JRG students and families are invited to participate in a 2-mile run/walk from JRG to Sunset Park. We will have a picnic celebration in the shelter at Sunset Park with burgers/hot dogs and water.
Gator Apparel Store
Show your pride with our collection of spirit gear.
Calendars
JRG Clubs & Activities
Discover exciting clubs and activities at JR Gerritts Middle School to connect with
fellow students and explore new interests!
Explore the clubs and activities available at JRG by clicking here
Fall Sports Sign up
This is the sign up form for all our fall sports. All athletes must have the physical, code of conduct and concussion forms on file to participate. We do not require the physical form for tennis. All these forms can be found on the JRG website using this link. All athletes and parents/guardians must read the Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Concussion/Head Injury Information Sheets and Code of Conduct information. After reading the information you will need to sign the JRG Athletic Agreement Card.
Volleyball
Volleyball will have tryouts on Sept. 3rd, 4th and 5th. You will need to be at all three days of tryouts. We keep a total of 30 players at each grade level and evenly divide them into 2 teams per grade level. All start dates and times are listed below. Have questions? Reach out to Mary Hammen, Athletic Director. Contact details are provided below.
Parent letter - Tryouts for Volleyball
Cross-Country
2024 JRG Cross-Country Schedule
Practice runs Monday through Friday from 3:10 PM to 4:15 PM
starting Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Athletic Director: Mary Hammen
Phone: (920) 788-7905 ext. 4106
To access the sports form, please click here
A variety of athletic activities are available to students at JRG. Click here to view more details.
Chromebook Care
Empower your students to excel through proper care of their Chromebooks!
Remember, this valuable equipment belongs to the Kimberly Area School District and is entrusted to students solely for educational enrichment throughout the academic year.
Additional Information
Attendance
Stay up-to-date with attendance matters! Discover important information and resources in our dedicated attendance section.
Health Room
Stay informed about your health room procedures and find answers to common questions!
School Handbook
Our student handbook outlines our school's policies, resources, and expectations to ensure a supportive academic environment.
Starfish
Mission: Project Starfish narrows the achievement gap by providing students in need with resources they otherwise would not be able to obtain on their own.
unFundraiser
Support our school without selling anything! Learn about our unique 'Unfundraiser' initiative where you can contribute directly to school programs.
Community Events
Explore our comprehensive list of community events. Ready to share an event?
Contact Information
JRG Main Office: 788-7905
JRG Fax Number: 788-7914
Lamers Bus Lines: 832-8800
Email: jrg@kimberly.k12.wi.us
School Hours
School starts at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 2:58 p.m.
Bell Schedule
7:00 A.M. The front doors are unlocked, and students can enter.
7:17 A.M. Dismissal from the commons
7:27 A.M. Report to TLC
7:30 A.M. Start of TLC
2:58 P.M. Announcements
Lunch Times
7TH 11:26 a.m. to 12:06 p.m.
8TH 12:09 to 12:49 p.m.
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J.R. Gerritts Middle School
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