J.H.W. UPDATES Parent Newsletter
Week of December 2-6
JHW Vision/Mission/Goals
JHW Office and School Hours
Student arrival: students can arrive on campus at 7:00 am
Office Hours: 7:10- 2:25
Breakfast: 7:00 - 7:15
Homeroom: 7:18
Dismissal: 2:35 (1st bus load and parent pick up students, walkers)
2:38 (2nd bus load)
Weekly ATTENDANCE (Week ending 11/22)
Week of 11/18- 11/22 student attendance- 90.8%. Our Abbeville Schools goal is to have 92% of students in attendance daily and our district goal is to have 95% of students in attendance daily.
December Focus for Our School Community
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As we enter the month of December, we want to take a moment to update you on the key areas of focus for our school community. This is a time for reflection, growth, and preparation for the upcoming new year, and we are excited to continue working together to ensure the success of our students.
1. Academic Support and Engagement: December is a crucial time for students to reinforce the skills they've learned so far this school year. We encourage you to support your child by reviewing their progress, offering help with homework, and maintaining communication with teachers. Our goal is to ensure that all students finish the semester strong and set a solid foundation for the second half of the school year.
2. Holiday Spirit and School Activities: As we approach the holiday season, we are planning a variety of events to celebrate and bring our school community together. Please stay tuned for announcements about holiday-themed activities.
3. Well-Being and Balance: We recognize that the holidays can bring both excitement and stress, and it's important to strike a balance. Encourage your child to maintain a healthy routine, get enough rest, and find moments for relaxation amid the busy schedule. We are here to support both their academic and emotional well-being as they navigate this time of year.
4. Looking Ahead: The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities for growth and achievement. We are already planning for 2024, and we are committed to continuing our efforts to provide a positive and enriching learning environment for all students.
We greatly appreciate your continued involvement and support. Together, we will make December a time of growth, celebration, and progress.
Wishing you all a peaceful and joyful holiday season!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Comeaux, Principal
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During a recent Coffee Talk with Mayor White, VPSB Superintendent Tommy Byler, and Community Outreach Coordinator Kristin Moore, we addressed a key issue facing our schools: chronic absenteeism. It became clear that our schools need a strong push to improve attendance and support student success. Thatโs why weโre launching the "๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ข๐ง" campaign, uniting students, families, local businesses, and community organizations to make a real difference!
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To reach a 92% attendance rate across all Abbeville schools for the second nine-week period. Achieving this goal will help students stay engaged, reach their full potential, and make the most of their educational experience.
๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐:
When a school meets the 92% attendance goal, celebrate with a special event to honor the hard work of students, teachers, and families. These events will showcase the positive momentum and the great things happening in our schools!
๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง:
๐บ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: Make every day count by attending school regularly.
๐ญ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: Support your child in overcoming any challenges that may impact their attendance.
๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐๐: Help us foster a culture that values education and its positive impact on our community.
๐๐๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ฏ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฏ๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ๐ฌ!
Weโre inviting local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to join us in making a positive impact. If you can offer rewards, like discounts or small treats, to students who achieve perfect attendance, email tommy.byler@vpsb.net
Your involvement can make a difference in helping encourage and motivate!
Join us in supporting our students and fostering a community that values education. Together, we can ensure every student has the resources they need to attend school consistently. If youโre interested in partnering, reach out and be a part of this important initiative!
#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #AttendAndWeAllWin #AbbevilleProud #SupportingOurStudents #CommunityStrong
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CAR RAFFLE
IMPORTANT DATES- DECEMBER
Monday, December 2nd
*Basketball JHW at NVMS (away, 5:30)
Tuesday, December 3rd
*Have a terrific Tuesday
Wednesday, December 4th
*Basketball JHW at EMS (away, 5:30)
Thursday, December 5th
*Have a thankful Thursday
Friday, December 6th *$1 jeans with spirit or uniform shirts. Students must wear IDs. Jeans cannot have any rips or holes of any kind.
OSP (Online School Payment)
QR Code for OSP (Online School Payment)
You can conveniently pay for IDs, PE uniforms, raffle tickets, and school spirit shirts through the new OSP (Online School Payment) method.
Simply scan the QR code, open the link, and complete the required information.
The website can also be located through the following link:
JHW 2024-2025 Orientation Information
CHROMEBOOKS
We are so excited to continue to offer this wonderful technological tool to all of our students. Students will be issued a daily use Chromebook to complete activities; however, Chromebooks will remain on campus unless a need arises for remote learning.
Students must be in their homeroom no later than 7:23 to receive their Chromebooks in homeroom. Any student arriving after this time will not be allowed to go to homeroom to pick up their Chromebook (so as to not disturb that class). We appreciate your efforts in having students arrive at school on time.
PARENT DROP OFF/PICK UP
Parents,
Due to safety issues, the drop-off and pick-up area is in the back of the school by the stadium. Please do not drop off or pick up students in front of the school.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Contact Information
Email: diane.comeaux@vpsb.net
Website: https://jhw.vpsb.net/
Location: 1105 Prairie Avenue, Abbeville, LA, USA
Phone: 337-893-3943
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JHWRocks/