TJMS Weekly Family Newsletter

Jaguar Families,

Happy Veterans Day! On behalf of all staff at Toby Johnson Middle School, to those that serve or have served in the past and to the families of those that serve, thank you. As the daughter, granddaughter, and aunt of Navy Officers, and the mother in law of a Marine, the personal commitment and sacrifice of those in the armed services is very real to me and I am grateful to each person that has been willing to sacrifice so much for the freedom we have as a democratic society.

As we enter the super busy fall and holiday season, please pay close attention to all special days on our calendar:

• 11/11 - NO School: Veterans Day
• 11/25-11/29 - NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break
• 12/2 - MINIMUM DAY: TJMS Staff Professional Development in the afternoon

Last week, we recognized Honor Roll students earning a 3.0 and above during the first quarter with our "Tags and Treats" day on November 5th. Upcoming events include our Fall Rally on 11/13, the Fairfield Band Review on 11/16, the TJMS Fall Musical Production of Into the Woods Jr. on 11/22 and 11/23, basketball and wrestling season, and our TJMS Holiday Ornament Fundraiser. Don't miss all the details below.

GO JAGS!!! 💜

GO NINERS!❤

Jenny Keyport

TJMS Principal

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LOOKING AHEAD:

• 11/11, No School, Veterans Day
• 11/12, Basketball v Harris @ TJMS
• 11/13, Fall Rally
• 11/16, Saturday Detention 8-10 AM
• 11/16, Fairfield Band Review
• 11/19, Vision and Hearing Test
• 11/22, Musical Production, 6:30pm
• 11/23, Musical Production, 2:00 & 6:30
• 11/25 - 11/29, NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break
• 12/2, MINIMUM DAY SCHEDULE (Staff PD Restorative Practices)

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.

FALL RALLY

Our Fall Rally is scheduled for Wednesday 11/13. Students and staff can look forward to an exciting jam-packed rally to excite students about the upcoming musical Into the Woods, and the upcoming Basketball and Wrestling season. We will follow the Rally Bell schedule that day. This rally will feature the TJMS Band, our 8th Grade Basketball team, Our TJMS Wrestling team, Franklin High School’s Lion Dancing Club, Franklin High’s Fusion dance team, Toby Johnson’s Jaguar Theatre, a special tribute to Veterans, and Leadership-led games. Show your Toby spirit by dressing in purple or wearing any Toby gear.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT FUNDRAISER

Purchase a custom TJMS Laser Glass Holiday Ornament by visiting this web store. Toby will get 50% of the profits and you will get a memory to last a lifetime.

https://stores.kustomimprints.com/Toby_Johnson_Middle_School__1299

There are 3 designs to choose from and even an option to personalize them.

Please Note: This online store is only open for a limited time- You must order by Sunday, November 17, 2024

FALL MUSICAL PRODUCTION

Toby Johnson Middle School's Jaguar Theatre proudly presents Into the Woods Jr.

• November 22nd at 6:30 PM $12*
• November 23rd at 2:00 PM $10
• November 23rd at 6:30 PM $12*

*10 w/ ASB sticker with code ASBJAG, Limit 1 per student

must present TJMS ID at the door.

TJMS JAGUAR THEATRE STUDENTS FOLLOW

CINDERELLA, LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD, RAPUNZEL,

JACK AND HIS BEANSTALK AND THE WITCH

AND JOURNEY 'INTO THE WOODS'

BEGINNING NOVEMBER 22, 2024 IN ELK GROVE

ELK GROVE, NOVEMBER 8, 2024 - Students from TJMS Jaguar Theatre will offer Elk Grove an amusingly different way to think about everyone's favorite fairy tale characters through their production of Into the Woods JR., it was announced today by Freddie Gershon, CEO of Music Theatre International (MTI). The show featuring 40 students, ages 12 to 14, premieres on November 22, 2024.

"From the first rehearsal the students have collaborated on gaining a new perspective on these fairy tales and the ethical issues these stories present. We think they deserve a standing ovation from the community for all their work," says Gershon. "MTI would like to join the creators of Into the Woods in applauding the unique ways that each student has contributed to the show, from performing to designing props, lights and scenery to assistant directing and working backstage," he adds.

TJMS Jaguar Theatre will present Into the Woods JR. on November 22 at 6:30 pm and November 23 at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm at the Toby Johnson Middle School MP Room, 10099 Franklin High Rd, Elk Grove. Tickets are $10 - $12, and are available at JAGUARTHEATRE.LUDUS.COM.

With a book by James Lapine and music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Into the Woods JR. is based on the Broadway production which won several Tony Awards, including Best Score, Best Book, and Best Actress in a Musical. The musical follows a Baker and his Wife who learn they've been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door. The couple embarks on a quest - swindling, deceiving and stealing from such already-victimized characters as Cinderella, Little Red Ridding Hood, Rapunzel and Jack (fresh off the beanstalk!) - to get the special objects required to break the spell. However, the story doesn't simply end "happily ever after" as each character must now face the consequences of his/her decision.

Into the Woods JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com.

Music Theatre International (MTI) is one of the world's leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting schools as well as amateur and professional theatres from around the world the rights to perform the largest selection of great musicals from Broadway and beyond. MTI works directly with the composers, lyricists and book writers of these shows to provide official scripts, musical materials and dynamic theatrical resources to over 60,000 theatrical organizations in the US and in over 60 countries worldwide.

MTI is particularly dedicated to educational theatre, and its Broadway Junior titles are 30 and 60-minute musicals designed for elementary and middle school-aged performers.

Corinne Garcia

Theatre Arts & AVID

Toby Johnson Middle School

PBIS FOCUS:

Our theme for November is RESPONSIBLE. This week, 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 the treat truck. Students who are pulled will receive 1 ticket for themselves and 4 to share with friends. The treat truck's menu is always changing but we always have a variety of ice cream, drinks, snacks, and non-food treats too!

2024-25 EGUSD School Year Calendar
The EGUSD 2024-2025 School Year Calendar – English | Spanish .

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Elk Grove Upcoming Events and Key Dates

• 11/11 City Hall Closed for Veterans Day
• 11/11 Elk Grove Veterans Day Parade (10 a.m.)
• 11/12 Send a Smile Holiday Card Kits Available
• 11/13 City Council Meeting (6 p.m.)

Approved Fliers:

• 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

Have you Visited the Veterans Hall?
Elk Grove's only dedicated Veterans Hall is located inside District56 on Civic Center Drive. It honors and serves the estimated 9,000 veterans within the city and offers a place for fellowship among those who have served our country. Offices for the American Legion Posts 55 and 233, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Marine Corps League coordinate meetings, programs, and services there. The Veterans Grove, an outdoor space available for rent, has picnic tables and BBQ grills at the base of flagpoles representing the branches of service. If you are a Veteran, we thank you for your service to our country and encourage you to connect with other former military service members. Learn more

What’s New at Sac Zoo?
The Sacramento Zoo is thrilled to share regular updates on the new zoo project with EGUSD. We're eager to keep you informed as the project progresses and to highlight ways Elk Grove families can support and get involved. If you have any ideas or questions, we’d love to hear from you—please reach out to us at zoomarketing@saczoo.org. Together, we can make the new zoo a reality!

2025 Young Worker Leadership Academy
Young Worker Leadership Academy (YWLA) is an all-expense-paid opportunity for teens to become youth leaders in advocating for safe workplaces. Participants will design projects for their communities for May Safe Jobs for Youth month.

• Apply by December 1, 2024 at youngworkers.org
• 2025 Young Worker Leadership Academy flyer
• 2025 Young Worker Leadership Academy flyer (Spanish)

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
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