September Cyclone Watch

We are off to a great 2024-2025 school year at JMS! After the first few weeks of school we are settling in and getting ready for some solid work with our new Cyclones. We recently took our iReady diagnostic after a rousing assembly to pump up our students. Please talk with your student about their scores and what they are doing in their RTI, EEE, or Skills classes to work on iReady.

Again, welcome to another great year at JMS. Please feel free to contact me at jadams@cpsk12.org or at 573-214-3210. Be sure to follow our JMS instagram account @jmscyclone.

Jacob Adams

Principal

Please see the attached 2024-25 Student Handbook below.

There's still time to order a yearbook! Please send check or cash with the attached order form with your student. They can turn it into the main office.

This fall our 6th grade students will be attending 6th grade Science Camp. Team Storm Runner will attend the Boone County Nature School on October 15th and 16th, and Team Tsunami will attend on October 17th and 18th. The first day of camp will be from 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. The second day of camp will be from 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Science camp is an awesome experience for our 6th grade students where they will learn about ecology, outdoor skills, team building, and many other things. Please be on the lookout for more information from your student’s science teacher in the near future.

Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year! We can't wait to get students back into our media center space. Starting the third week of school, students will be able to hang in the media center before school. We will have games, books, music and just a chillout space for students in all grades before going to their first hour. We like to say we are the happiest place in the building. Encourage your students to stop by and see our daily joke as well.

We are excited to see some of our bookworms making their way to the media center to get books before classes have scheduled their slots. We are open after school for students who need a book.

After iPad checkout, students will also have the ability to get books on those as well. We will be working on getting iPad questions answered, but if your student has any questions, issues, please send them our way as we will help them get going on their CPS devices.

This book is about a group of underdogs who come together when they are forced to attend summer school—for failing PE.

Yash is the best athlete at Robinette Middle School—so good, in fact, that he’s already playing on the high school’s JV sports teams. Imagine his shock when he learns that his JV practices have kept him from earning a state-mandated credit for eighth-grade PE. To graduate, he has to take Physical Education Equivalency—PEE, also known as “Slugfest”—in summer school.

Yash gets to know his fellow “slugs”: Kaden, an academic superstar who’s physically hopeless; twins Sarah and Stewart, who are too busy trying to kill each other to do any real PE; Jesse, a notorious prankster; Arabella, who protests everything; and Cleo, a natural athlete who has sworn off sports.

But when one of them tries to blow the lid off a scandal that could make all their time in summer school a waste, Yash is forced to take drastic action.

Teaming up with the most hapless crew in school can really surprise a person. And their teacher might be hiding the biggest surprise yet.

iPad handout started the second week of school. All students in grade 6 received new charging blocks and cords. These will stay at home. Students in grades 7 and 8 held on to their charging equipment and will not be issued replacements. The district supplies one set of charging equipment. There are charging stations in classrooms and the media center where the iPads can be charged if needed. These should be used sparingly with the majority of iPad charging taking place at home.

Hello JMS families, my name is Jessica Goins and I’m the new Home School Communicator at JMS. If your family needs a hot spot this school year, please have your student see me or Mrs. Kiley the Media Center Specialist and we will be able to assist in requesting one. Hot spots will be checked out to the student and MUST be returned to the school at the end of the school year. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the school.

FOOTBALL:

SEPTEMBER 12 vs WMS @ BHS 5:00 HOME

SEPTEMBER 19 vs LMS @ RBHS 5:00 HOME

SEPTEMBER 26 vs SMS @ BHS 7:00 AWAY

OCTOBER 3 vs OLLIS @ TOLTON HIGH 6:00 AWAY

OCTOBER 10 vs OAKLAND @ HHS 5:00 HOME

OCTOBER 17 vs GENTRY @ RBHS 7:00 AWAY

VOLLEYBALL

SEPTEMBER 11 – 7TH V WMS 6:00, 8TH @ WMS 6:00

SEPTEMBER 16 – 7TH @ OLLIS 6:00, 8TH V OLLIS 6:00

SEPTEMBER 18 – 7TH @ OMS 6:00, 8TH V OMS 6:00

SEPTEMBER 23 – 7TH @TJMS 6:00, 8TH V TJMS 6:00

SEPTEMBER 25 – 7TH @ SMS 6:00, 8TH vs SMS 6:00

SEPTEMBER 28 – 7TH & 8TH DIANE SMITH INVITATIONAL @ HICKMAN 8:00AM

SEPTEMBER 30 – 7TH @ LEWIS & CLARK 6:00, 8TH V LEWIS & CLARK 6:00

0CTOBER 2 – 7TH vs GMS 6:00, 8TH @ GMS 6:00

OCTOBER 7– 7TH @ LMS 6:00, 8TH H vs LMS 6:00 (PINK OUT GAME)

OCTOBER 8 – 7TH V JWMS 6:00(PINK OUT GAME), 8TH @ JWMS 6:00

OCTOBER 14 – 7TH @ WMS 6:00, 8TH V JWMS 6:00

OCTOBER 19 – 8TH @ HANNIBAL TOURNAMENT 8:00AM

CROSS COUNTRY

SEPTEMBER 11 @ GANS CREEK 4:00

SEPTEMBER 14 @ GANS CREEK 10:15 (MEDAL MEET)

SEPTEMBER 18 @ BETHEL PARK 4:00

SEPTEMBER 25 @ OAKLAND PARK 4:00

OCTOBER 2 @ GANS PARK 4:00 (MEDAL MEET)

OCTOBER 12 @ JEFFERSON CITY 10:00 AM (MEDAL MEET)

IMPORTANT DATES: BASKETBALL TRYOUTS

7TH GRADE BASKETBALL TRYOUTS – OCTOBER 21

· MUST HAVE A CURRENT MSHSAA PHYSICAL ON FILE TO TRYOUT

· MUST HAVE PASSING GRADES TO TRYOUT

8TH GRADE BASKETBALL TRYOUTS – OCTOBER 21

· MUST HAVE A CURRENT MSHSAA PHYSICAL ON FILE TO TRYOUT

· MUST HAVE PASSING GRADES TO TRYOUT

PLEASE EMAIL COACHES IF INTERESTED IN MORE INFORMATION:

8TH BOYS: COACH CLEPPE mcleppe@cpsk12.org

8th GIRLS: COACH ROWE jrowe@cpsk12.org

7TH BOYS: COACH BARNES anbarnes@cpsk12.org

7th GIRLS: COACH HUGGINS jhuggins@cpsk12.org

Show your CYCLONE spirit by wearing JMS gear! Order by Aug 29!

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Attention future Kewpies, Spartans and Bruins! If you are planning to attend a high school football game as a middle school student, remember that you must be accompanied by an adult AND you must sit with that adult during the game. Middle school students are not allowed in high school student sections.

CPS has instituted a "clear bag" policy similar to those in place at college and professional sporting events. Spectators may only bring in a clear bag conforming to the requirements in the attachment below.

The week of September 10-13, JMS will be participating in a friendly rivalry with West Middle School to show our school spirit and to help beat those Vikings! Check out the attached document below to see how you can help your student support the cause and beat our oldest rivals to the west.

Cyclone Hosts

JMS needs students in all grade levels to help our newest Cyclones on their first days here at Jeff. Cyclone Hosts serve as guides for new students who transfer to Jeff during the school year. This is a very important and rewarding service to our school community. The first Cyclone Host meeting of the year will be Tuesday, September 10th. We will meet in the cafeteria from 2:45-3:45PM. Club meetings will take place on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. If a student would like to be a part of our group but can’t attend the first meeting, please contact Mr. Hogan mhogan@cpsk12.org in Guidance. Thank you!

Guitar Club

This is a fun club for music lovers of all kinds! Students get together to talk about and share their favorite music with schoolmates. There will be a different guitar for students to try out each month. The first club meeting will be Thursday, September 5 2:45-3:45PM in the cafeteria. We will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month. Club Sponsor: Mr. Hogan

Video Game Club

This club is for students who enjoy playing different Video Games with classmates. Club meetings will be the last Tuesday of the Month. First meeting will be Tuesday, September 24th from 2:45-3:45 in Room 321. Club sponsors: Mr. Hogan and Mr. Hanselman

Builders Club

The Builders Club is associated with the Kiwanis organization. We are a service club who focuses on doing service projects for our community as well as our school. We meet once a month and have members from the Kiwanis organization join us. In the past we have cleaned trophy cases, cafeteria tables and hallways here at JMS. We went to Ronald McDonald House and prepared meals. If you have a student who enjoys giving back to their community, please have them check out our club. We meet the first Thursday of each month in the media center. Mrs. Kiley (in the media center) is the sponsor and can answer questions. Our first meeting is September 5 until 3:45.

Cyclone Book Club

Cyclone Book Club is for students who enjoy reading, talking about what they read and hanging with friends. We are a very low key group. We meet once a month. Students talk about books they are reading, make book suggestions, and authors we like. This is a great time for kids to peruse the media center for new reads. Students can join our group any time throughout the year. We welcome all readers. Mrs. Kiley is in the media center and will answer any questions you or your student might have. We meet on the last Thursday of the month. Our first meeting will be September 26 until 3:45.

Art Club

If you love art or are just wanting a place to explore your creative side, come join Art Club! Are Club will begin September 3!

Fiber Arts Club

If you would like to learn more about crocheting, knitting, needle felting or anything fibers come join Fiber Arts Club. Fiber Arts will being September 10.

Listen to morning announcements for more details.

Our first PTSA Meeting for the year will be held Tuesday, September 10th in the JMS Media Center. If you are able, please make plans to attend to help support our Cyclone family. We have leadership spots available for the year and are excited to meet with you. Please enter on Rogers Street.

Hello JMS Parents and Guardians,

My name is Jenny Grider and I am the School Nurse here at JMS. Our health room is staffed by myself and the wonderful Ms. Sheryl, our health secretary. Please feel free to reach out to us at any time when it comes to your student and their health needs. I just wanted to share a few dates and reminders as we are gearing up for another great school year. These are some tips that can help your student be the most successful!

1. Middle school students CAN carry over the counter (OTC) meds in their bookbag. 1-2 doses in the original packaging (no zip lock bags). Students cannot share meds. CPS Medication Policy
1. If you would like OTC meds kept in my office for your student, you must provide the medication, sign our medication administration form and have your doctor provide a note that includes the medication name, dose and frequency.
2. I cannot provide OTC medication to your student.
2. All Prescription medications must be checked into the health office with a signed medication administration form. It cannot be in their backpack. I will be available to receive medications at Schedule Pick up night on 8/16 or you can come by the health office during regular school hours. Please reach out if you need other accommodations.
3. Of course there are exceptions for inhalers and epi-pens. Those may be self-carried in middle school as long as we have paperwork from your doctor and a signed self-carry form from you.
4. If your child has a known medical condition that requires an emergency plan at school, please reach out to your provider and ask them to send me a new plan for this year. Ex: Asthma, Diabetes, Severe allergies (food/insect), etc.
5. Personal hygiene: This is tricky in middle school as bodies and hormones are changing rapidly! Deodorant, Feminine Hygiene products and a change of clothing are beyond helpful! I have a large shelf in my storage area where students are welcome to leave a bag of clothing with their name on it.
6. Here is a link to the CPS Illness guidelines for quick access. CPS Illness Guidelines

SAVE THE DATE!

-Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024 8a-10a Student Flu Vaccine Clinic- Please feel free to complete the attached Flu Consent and return it to school with your student or to me via email. Paper copies will be sent home closer to the clinic date.

Jenny Grider, RN

School Nurse

Jefferson Middle School/EEE

Office: 573-214-3213

Fax: 573-214-3399

jgrider@cpsk12.org

On Wednesday Sept 20, 2024 the Dental Bus will be at JMS this afternoon. This is a NO COST opportunity for your child to receive an oral health review and fluoride application. Please see attached consent forms. These may be sent to school with your student or emailed to me. Paper copies will go home this week and should be returned by 9/11.

On Wednesday Feb. 14, 2025, the Dental Bus 2nd fluoride varnish application for those students who participated in Sept.