Jefferson Family Newsletter

The end of school days are hectic, loud, and crowded at times. To relieve our teachers and office staff of some stress, we are requesting that all end of day dismissal changes are called in to the main office by 3:10PM. If calls are made after that the requested time, we can not guarantee that it will be communicated to your student properly. Our students are so excited to get to other fun activities at the end of the school day that they may only remember to think about their normal end of day dismissal procedure instead of their changed plan.

We want to stress that this is a community effort and we all need to work together to make this slight change a success!

How will I be notified if school is closed?

Once a decision to close, early dismiss, or cancel after-school activities and events has been made, parents, staff and the community will be notified through the following communication channels;

1. District website - www.PointSchools.net
2. Phone, text, and email notification (contact your school to update your contact information)
3. District and School Social Media Channels
4. Local media outlets.

Click HERE for procedures listed on our District Webpage

As the weather starts to cool off, it's important for families to ensure that your student(s) are dressed in appropriate clothing for the changing temperatures. Wearing layers, including sweaters, jackets, and long pants, can help keep kids comfortable as they go to and from school and during outdoor recess. Additionally, it's a good idea to make sure they have appropriate footwear for potentially wet or slippery conditions. Cleats are not school appropriate footwear.

Based on 'Feels like' temperature:

• 40-50 degrees requires long sleeves
• 40 degrees or less requires a winter jacket
• If a student does not have boots or snow pants, they must remain on the blacktop. No exceptions allowed.
• All students are expected to respect snow rules

Please send gym shoes in daily - This way students can change out of snow boots for PE as well as through out the day in their classroom. No one likes to sit on a wet floor for carpet time.

Also, If anyone has gently used gym shoes they would like to donate to the school I would gladly use them in the gym for students to borrow for class time. Thank you!

The Stevens Point Area Public School District is again sponsoring an after-school basketball program for fifth and sixth-grade boys and girls.

The program will run from January 6 until February 10*

(*5 week program which could extend to 6 weeks if games are canceled due to weather).

Dear Fourth Grade Families,

Throughout December 16th - 20th, 4th grade classes will be celebrating Grinch Week! We will be reading How the Grinch Stole Christmas and watching versions of the movie to lead ELA and math activities. We will also be creating special snacks and crafts! It will be a week filled with lots of Grinchy fun! More information will be sent home soon!

Wednesday, December 11

2:30 - 3:15 PM

Please have your child either dress up that day or bring dress clothes to change into. In order to keep our students safe and comfortable on the risers, we are asking that they not dress too warmly that day - dressing in layers is a good idea. The students have been working hard on their music, and are anxious to share this concert with family and friends. We can’t wait to see you there.

When the concert is finished, all students will exit the gym and return to their classrooms. If you intend to take your student(s) home before the end of the day, Mrs. Demrow will give instructions about doing so at the concert.

We ask that you do not arrive more than 15 minutes early. Please enter through Door 1 across from the flagpole. Since we do not have a parking lot, street parking is the only option -be sure that you are following city parking signage. St. Joseph's Catholic Church kindly asks that you do not park in their lot either.

Tuesday, December 17

12:30 - 2:30 PM

Thursday, December 19

2:45 - 3:20 PM

Gymnasium

Our second graders will be showcasing, "The Gingerbread Kid Caper". It includes a script, songs, and spirit.

Please enter through Door 1 across from the flagpole. Since we do not have a parking lot, street parking is the only option -be sure that you are following city parking signage. St. Joseph's Catholic Church kindly asks that you do not park in their lot either.

Friday, December 20

2:40 - 3:20 PM

It will include a mini-concert followed by gingerbread house decorating.

Please enter through Door 1 across from the flagpole. Since we do not have a parking lot, street parking is the only option - be sure that you are following city parking signage. St. Joseph's Catholic Church kindly asks that you do not park in their lot either.

Monday, December 23 - Wednesday, January 1

Winter Break

Wednesday, December 11

All Club Sites close at 5:30 PM

Monday, December 23 - Wednesday, December 25

All Club Sites Closed - Holiday Break

Thursday, December 26 - Friday, December 27 & Monday, December 30

Berard Center, Schierl Center, & Teen Center open from 7:30-5:30 PM

Tuesday, December 31

Berard Center, Schierl Center & Teen Center open from 7:30-3:30 PM

Wednesday, January 1

All Club Sites Closed - New Years Day

Thursday, December 5

Thursday, December 19

Thursday, January 9 (changed to coincide with PTO Meeting)

Thursday, January 16

The Art Club at Jefferson Elementary School is partnering with the Boys and Girls Club to accommodate the high level of interest! The club will now meet at the Boys and Girls Club, providing an opportunity for students to join the club at no cost.

December Agenda:

• Discuss and plan for spring activities

Next Meeting:

Thursday, December 5, at 4:00 PM in a location TBD

Thursday, January 9th at 4:00 PM in a location TBD

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Si necesita ayuda traduciendo información que se encuentra en el correo electrónico, por favor, contacte a Jami McGriff al correo jmcgriff@pointschools.net o llame al 715-498-1976.

Email: mdemrow@pointschools.net
Website: pointschools.net/Jefferson
Location: 1800 East Avenue, Stevens Point, WI, USA
Phone: 715-345-5418
Facebook: facebook.com/JeffEaglesROCK