JAMS Weekly Update
September 29, 2024
Dear JAMS Families/Estimadas Familias de JAMS
This Friday is the end of the 6-week grading period. All assignments are due on Friday. Teachers will wrap up grades and the progress report will be posted in Aeries after October 9th.
We have a school holiday on Thursday that requires that we modify the bell schedule for the week.
JAMS Middle School Boys & Girls Club is running a Day Camp on Thursday, October 3rd for club members when school is closed for a Local Holiday. The JAMS Clubhouse will be open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. for a day of fun filled activities. Club Members: Please RSVP for our upcoming Day Camp on Thursday, October 3.
Este viernes es el final del período de calificaciones de 6 semanas. Todas las tareas deben ser entregadas el viernes. Los maestros terminarán las calificaciones y el informe de progreso se publicará en Aeries después del 9 de octubre.
Tenemos un día feriado escolar el jueves que requiere que modifiquemos el horario de timbre de la semana.
- Lunes, September 30: AM and 1-6; salida a las 3:15 pm (blue bells)
- Martes, October 1:AM and Blocks 2,4,6; salida a las 2:55 pm (gold bells)
- Miércoles, October 2: AM and Blocks 1,3,5; salida a las 2:55 pm (gold bells)
- Jueves, October 3: No School (see below for Boys and Girls Opportunity)
- Viernes, October 4: clases 1-6 con entrada a las 9:35 am y salida at las 2:50 pm (green bells)
JAMS Middle School Boys & Girls Club llevará a cabo un campamento diurno el jueves 3 de octubre para los miembros del club cuando la escuela esté cerrada por un feriado local. El club de JAMS estará abierta de 8 a. m. a 5 p. m. para un día de actividades llenas de diversión:
Miembros del club: confirmen su asistencia a nuestro próximo campamento diurno el jueves 3 de octubre.
Have a great week/Que tengan una buena semana
Martha Chacón
Principal/Directora
I am asking all parents to please complete the Free and Reduced Meals application by Tuesday, October 1. While California provides free meals to all students, this application is critical for securing eligibility for additional programs and resources, such as Title 1 funding for the 2025-26 school year. The state uses this form to determine which families qualify for benefits beyond free meals, and widespread participation is key. As a Title I school, John Adams Middle School depends on these funds to offer enrichment programs, interventions, and essential staff support for our students. Your cooperation in completing the application is greatly appreciated. Free/Reduced Meal Application.
News From the Library
Thanks for stopping by to introduce yourselves during Back to School Night and/or the United Against Hate gathering around the book Accountable: A True Story of Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives it Changed. I spoke to many of you about our before, during, and possibly after-school programs that connects students; our growing print collection; online information resources; and my efforts to support JAMS Readers. I’m excited to begin my second year as the Teacher Librarian. If you are interested in becoming a 2024/2025 JAMS Library volunteer, please follow the link below and I’ll be in touch about our future together.
https://forms.gle/mf3xAsTtBQbuHX8x6
Gracias por pasar por aquí para presentarse durante la Noche de regreso a clases y/o la reunión de Unidos contra el odio en torno al libro Responsable: una historia real de una cuenta racista en las redes sociales y los adolescentes cuyas vidas cambió. Hablé con muchos de ustedes sobre nuestros programas antes, durante y posiblemente después de la escuela que conectan a los estudiantes; nuestra creciente colección de estampados; recursos de información en línea; y mis esfuerzos por apoyar a los lectores de JAMS. Estoy emocionado de comenzar mi segundo año como profesor bibliotecario. Si está interesado en convertirse en voluntario de la Biblioteca JAMS 2024/2025, siga este enlace y me pondré en contacto sobre nuestro futuro juntos.
Here's a quick update on JAMS sports results as of 9/27
We're excited about the energy and enthusiasm our athletes have been showing on the field and court—let's celebrate their efforts and cheer them on!
Here's a quick update on JAMS sports results as of 9/27:
Flag Football (FF)
7th/8th - D1 - 1-1
6th Grade (D2) team is 2-0, currently undefeated!
Girls Flag Football (GFF)
6th-8th - D1 - 1-1
Girls Volleyball (GVB)
7th/8th - D1 - 0-1 (1 game still pending reschedule)
6th - D2 - 1-0 (1 game still pending reschedule)
Cross Country (XC)
First of Five: XC meet on Tuesday 10/1 at Edward's Vincent Park (Inglewood), families and athletes are asked to arrive by 4pm. Race start by 4:30pm and stagger from 6th to 8th grade.
For upcoming games and schedules/Para próximos juegos y horarios: https://www.smmusd.org/Page/7205
Boys and Girls Club Sports
The Boys and Girls Club is kicking off their sports programs this season, offering Coed Volleyball and Coed Basketball for our students! These programs are a great opportunity for kids to build skills, stay active, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment. All skill levels are welcome—encourage your child to join and be part of the team spirit! For more information see flyers below and visit the club website.
¡El Boys and Girls Club está iniciando sus programas deportivos esta temporada, ofreciendo voleibol mixto y baloncesto mixto para nuestros estudiantes! Estos programas son una gran oportunidad para que los niños desarrollen habilidades, se mantengan activos y se conecten con sus compañeros en un ambiente divertido y de apoyo. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos: ¡anime a su hijo a unirse y ser parte del espíritu de equipo! Para obtener más información, consulte los folletos a continuación y visite la pagina de web del club.
Boys & Girls Club AM Club/Club de la mañana de Boys and Girls Club
The Boys & Girls Club AM Club is now open! Hours are Mon-Thurs from 7:30-8:55 am and Fridays from 7:30-9:25 am. Since we offer AM classes starting at 8:00 am, we kindly ask that any students arriving early be dropped off at the Boys & Girls Club rather than hanging out on campus. We made sure to offer this morning club time for your convenience. If you are on the membership waiting list for the afternoon, reach out to the Boys & Girls Club and let them know you need morning club. For more information and to register, please visit this link.. This is a great opportunity for students!
Attendance Awareness Month: Let's Be On Time!
September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we’re focusing on the importance of getting students to school on time. Being late, even by just 5 minutes, means your child misses the crucial start of class and can disrupt the learning environment for everyone. To support our students and ensure their success, our counseling interns will be reaching out to families with chronic attendance or tardy issues. We’ll also be calling home if your child is frequently late or missing morning classes. Superintendent's Message on Attendance. As mentioned before, students who miss their AM classes are in danger of losing their elective. Let’s all work together to give our students the best chance to succeed by getting them to school on time, ready to learn!
Special Education Meet and Greet/Para padres con hijos en educación especial
8th Grade Night with the SAMOHI Viking Marching Band
All 8th graders are invited! Please RSVP here!
Cell Phone Policy: "Away for the Day"
At John Adams Middle School, we have an "Away for the Day" policy regarding cell phones. All students are required to turn off their phones and keep them in their backpacks throughout the school day. This helps minimize distractions and keeps students focused on learning.
If you need to get in touch with your child during school hours, please call the main office, and we will relay the message to them. Similarly, if your child isn't feeling well, they should go directly to the nurse's office. The nurse will assess the situation and, if needed, will contact you directly.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to provide your child with a cellphone-free school experience!
¡Gracias por apoyar nuestros esfuerzos para ofrecerle a su hijo/a una experiencia escolar libre de teléfonos celulares!
John Adams Middle School
kind · connected · compassionate
Website: https://www.smmusd.org/jams
Location: 2425 16th Street, Santa Monica, CA, USA
Phone: 310-452-2326
Twitter: @jamsdragonsSM