MJH January Parent Newsletter '25

Eighth-grade students are busy with several events this month, getting ready to transition from middle school and prepare for the next chapter in their high school journeys. Middle school marks an important period of social and cognitive development as children grow into teenagers. We continue to ensure a smooth transition into high school by celebrating their advancement and providing all the support they need.

The next Progress Report Night will be Thursday, January 30th from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm.

Mark your calendars. School progress report night is crucial because it provides parents and guardians with valuable insights into their child's academic performance, behavior, and overall progress.

These are the January virtual parent meetings happening every Wednesday at 10:00 AM using the QR Code. If you have any questions or trouble logging into any meeting contact Ms. S. Trevino at (956) 323-3300 or Sonia.trevino@mcisd.org.

Please review the attached map for the approved drop-off and pick up zones. This will go into effect Wednesday, January 8th. Thank you for your support and cooperation in keeping our students safe.

Learning to set goals is a lifelong skill that will serve students in all aspects of life: high school, college, and throughout their personal and professional lives. Goal setting is fundamental for long-term success. If a student doesn’t have a goal in mind, how can they expect to get there if their academic goals are not clearly defined?

These fun opportunities are accessible to all our students. They promote reflection, creativity and engagement with literature!

When student visit the library with their ELA class this month they will complete our Word of the Year Fireworks Activity. We are encouraging students to select one word that represents their focus, goal, or aspiration for the new year. Examples: Hope, Growth, Resilience.

MJH Winter Reading 2025: Be a Reading Machine

Ready, set, READ! We encourage readers of all ages to challenge themselves to become reading machines this winter. From Jan. 1-31, we are participating in “Be a Reading Machine."

We challenge our students to read and log as much as they can during the challenge to earn fun, new badges! To complete the challenge students must log 300 minutes!

Title: Gone

Author: Michael Grant

AWARDS & NEWS

• 2021 White Raven Award
• 2021 Nominated for Carnegie Medal

I had noticed this collection of books on the library shelf and had been eager to explore them. Although the series seemed intimidating due to its length and the size of the volumes, I finally took the plunge—and I have no regrets! Sam may only be a 14-year-old, but he has become a role model for his peers, who all admire him for his courageous act of saving children from a bus accident. So when anyone 15 years and older mysteriously vanish and the situation becomes uncertain, he appears to be the ideal person to turn to for guidance. He faces the challenge of protecting those who can't protect themselves, all while grappling with the emerging power struggles. Meanwhile, a darker force begins to rise in the form of Caine, a boy who has also gained powers and is willing to use them for his own gain. Gone is fast-paced, intense, and filled with suspense, drawing readers into a world where nothing is as it seems, and every choice could be a matter of life or death.

If you like books like The Maze Runner, The Hunger Games, The 5th Wave or Legend this book is for you! This book along with all the other in this series are available at your library, check out more titles on our shelves with our online catalog.

Hello and welcome to the 2025 school year! To all our amazing students at Mission Junior High: Let's dream big, set goals, and make every moment count. We hope this academic year brings our students joy, success, and memorable experiences. Parents, you play a crucial role in supporting your children's education. Wishing everyone a year filled with learning, growth, and strong family partnerships! Here's to a fantastic and fulfilling school year ahead!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Jessica Dominguez, Principal

Mrs. Belinda Hinojosa, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Christie Ayala, Assistant Principal

This month we celebrate School Board Month. A time to honor the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to ensure the success of our school and students. Please join us in expressing our heartfelt gratitude to our school board members for their vision, dedication, and unwavering support. Your efforts make a difference every day, and we are truly fortunate to have you serving our schools.

Thanks for all you do!