Friday, September 18, 2015

Friday, September 18, 2015 -- Day A

TJMS - Student Announcements - Friday, September 18, 2015 -- Day A

1) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

2) Birthdays Today - September 18th...Caleb Heims, Jacqueline Mootz, Kaitlyn Nauman, Ian Ninneman. September 19th...Geenaly Carmona, Ivy Dearstone, Jared Sabers.

3) The last day of Fundraiser Sales is Monday, September 21st.

4) Parents of 7th Grade Students...If your student has not gotten their Tdap booster shot, this will need to be done as soon as possible. This is a requirement of the state. Please call your physician or the VNA to get the immunization and request they send a copy of the record to the school nurse. The VNA will be at Kids Expo on October 10th, please call them at 556-6200 to make an appointment.

5) We are happy to announce that Drama 101 will again be part of LEAP programs. Students can sign up with Mrs. Beau after school in café. Classes will be Tuesday/Thursday, beginning September 22nd. Class will run from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. Drama 101 is a great introduction to the work and experiences of our school musical.

6) Sports Today - Girls Red Volleyball...Jefferson Red vs. Roosevelt Purple. 7th grade at Roosevelt and 8th grade at Jefferson; both games begin at 4 p.m.

7) Sports Today - Girls and Boys Cross Country...Cross Country Meet at Fillmore Gold Course beginning at 4:30 p.m.

8) Students who checked out books at the beginning of this year are now overdue. If you haven't already, please return the book to the LRC as soon as you can. Be aware that MAP testing may be going on. Quiet is appreciated. Thank you from the Library staff.

9) This Friday night at Dalzell Field all 8th grade football players can get into the game for free if you wear your Jefferson Jersey. You will walk the track between the sophomore and varsity games across the grandstand and get recognized. See you there HillHawks! Join the HillHawk Athletics twitter page at @GoHillHawks. Just a reminder HillHawks who are attending varsity football games at Dalzell you need to be your BEST, and follow these rules. •Sit in the Middle School student section, unless you are sitting with your parents; •No hanging out behind the bleachers by concession stands or restrooms; •No backpacks; •No horseplay, or hands-on activities; •No throwing of food/drink; •Must stay on home side of bleachers; •Stay out of team room area; •No students allowed in press box area or on elevator; •Listen to authority or you will be asked to leave game, and you may not be permitted back until next season; •Questions see Mr. Hatcher.

10) TJMS Live! is now accepting applications from students who are interested in being a part of the production crew! We need 7th or 8th grade students for both onscreen and behind the scenes jobs such as video editing and running the cameras. Please stop by Mrs. Schmitz, the guidance secretary's, office and pick up your application. They must be signed by you and a parent and turned in by Wednesday, September 23rd to be considered for a position on the crew! Please see Mrs. Hancock if you have any questions.



11) HIlllHawks are reminded to be the BEST at taking the MAP tests this Fall, be on your Best Behavior so it’s quiet during test, give your Best Effort, have your Best Attitude, and have your Best Self-Discipline to concentrate and focus. Good Luck HillHawks!

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Thursday, September 17, 2015 -- Day B

TJMS - Student Announcements - Thursday, September 17, 2015 -- Day B

1) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

2) 6th grade boys track and field intra-murals will meet today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.

3) Birthdays Today - September 17th...Noah Francois, McKennan Saunders, Neildrin Tunque.

4) The last day of Fundraiser Sales is Monday, September 21st.

5) Parents of 7th Grade Students...If your student has not gotten their Tdap booster shot, this will need to be done as soon as possible. This is a requirement of the state. Please call your physician or the VNA to get the immunization and request they send a copy of the record to the school nurse. The VNA will be at Kids Expo on October 10th, please call them at 556-6200 to make an appointment.

6) Sports Today - 7th Grade Football...Jefferson vs. Washington at Washington beginning at 4:15 p.m.

7) Sports Today - Girls Gold Volleyball...Jefferson Gold vs. Roosevelt Black. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade at Roosevelt; both games begin at 4 p.m.

8) Students who checked out books at the beginning of this year are now overdue. If you haven't already, please return the book to the LRC as soon as you can. Be aware that MAP testing may be going on. Quiet is appreciated. Thank you from the Library staff.

9) This Friday night at Dalzell Field all 8th grade football players can get into the game for free if you wear your Jefferson Jersey. You will walk the track between the sophomore and varsity games across the grandstand and get recognized. See you there HillHawks! Join the HillHawk Athletics twitter page at @GoHillHawks. Just a reminder HillHawks who are attending varsity football games at Dalzell you need to be your BEST, and follow these rules. 

•Sit in the Middle School student section, unless you are sitting with your parents;
•No hanging out behind the bleachers by concession stands or restrooms; 
•No backpacks; 
•No horseplay, or hands-on activities; 
•No throwing of food/drink;
•Must stay on home side of bleachers; 
•Stay out of team room area; 
•No students allowed in press box area or on elevator;
•Listen to authority or you will be asked to leave game, and you may not be permitted back until next season; 
•Questions see Mr. Hatcher.

10) TJMS Live! is now accepting applications from students who are interested in being a part of the production crew! We need 7th or 8th grade students for both onscreen and behind the scenes jobs such as video editing and running the cameras. Please stop by Mrs. Schmitz, the guidance secretary's, office and pick up your application. They must be signed by you and a parent and turned in by Wednesday, September 23rd to be considered for a position on the crew! Please see Mrs. Hancock if you have any questions.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Wednesday, September 16, 2015 -- Day A

TJMS - Student Announcements - Wednesday, September 16, 2015 -- Day A

1) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

2) 6th grade girls track and field intra-murals will meet today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.

3) Birthdays Today - September 16, 2015...Logan Scherf, Derek Velstra.

4) The last day of Fundraiser Sales is Monday, September 21st.

5) Parents of 7th Grade Students...If your student has not gotten their Tdap booster shot, this will need to be done as soon as possible. This is a requirement of the state. Please call your physician or the VNA to get the immunization and request they send a copy of the record to the school nurse. The VNA will be at Kids Expo on October 10th, please call them at 556-6200 to make an appointment.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Tuesday, September 15, 2015 -- Day B

TJMS - Student Announcements - Tuesday, September 15, 2015 -- Day B

1) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

2) 6th grade boys track and field intra-murals will meet today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.

3) Congratulations to Mr. Lee and Mrs. Duran's homebase classes for winning the 2015 Fall Spirit Day Bed Sheet races. Congrats to house 8-1 and House 6-2 for having the cheer with the most school spirit! They will hold the coveted Spirit Stick for the remainder of the year.

4) Birthdays Today - September 15, 2015...Jaynen Butler, Dylan Kane, Kalyn Schemmel.

5) Sports Today - 8th Grade Football...Jefferson vs. Drexler Black at Jefferson beginning at 4:15 p.m.

6) Sports Today - Girls Red Volleyball...Jefferson Red vs. Roosevelt Purple. 7th grade at Jefferson and 8th grade at Roosevelt; both games beginning at 4 p.m.

7) Sports Today - Girls and Boys Cross Country. Cross country meet at Dubuque Soccer Complex beginning at 4:30 p.m.

8) Next Fundraiser Turn-In is Wednesday, September 16th. The last day of Fundraiser Sales is Monday, September 21st.

9) 7th Grade students...If you have not gotten your Tdap booster shot, this will need to be done as soon as possible. This is a requirement of the state. Please call your physician or the VNA to get the immunization and request they send a copy of the record to the school nurse. The VNA will be at Kids Expo on October 10th, please call them at 556-6200 to make an appointment.

Monday, September 14, 2015

Monday, September 14, 2015 -- Day A

TJMS - Student Announcements - Monday, September 14, 2015 -- Day A

1) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

2) 6th grade girls track and field intramurals will meet today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.

3) Congratulations to Mr. Lee and Mrs. Duran's homebase classes for winning the 2015 Fall Spirit Day Bed Sheet races. Congrats to House 8-1 and House 6-2 for having the cheer with the most school spirit! They will hold the coveted Spirit Stick for the remainder of the year.

4) Keep selling those discount cards.  The boat cruise for the top selling homebases is still up for grabs!  If you need more discount cards, contact the main office at 552-4700.

Friday, September 11, 2015

Friday, September 11, 2015 -- Day B

TJMS - Student Announcements - Friday, September 11, 2015 -- Day B

1) Students participating in any sport at Jefferson need a sports physical on file with the main office. Physicals are good for 13 months. If you need help getting a physical see Mr. Hatcher ASAP!

2) Happy Birthday - September 11th...Austin Davis, Cristian Jimenez. September 12th...Miranda Blackburn, Becca Breitbach. September 13th...Jose Lopez, Tiana Robles.

3) Any 6th, 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball this Fall, see Mr. Hatcher for more details or contact Coach Smith at jusmith@dbqschools.org.

4) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

5) 6th grade boys track and field intra-murals will meet today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Thursday, September 10, 2015 -- Day A

TJMS - Student Announcements - Thursday, September 10, 2015 -- Day A

1) Students participating in any sport at Jefferson need a sports physical on file with the main office. Physicals are good for 13 months. If you need help getting a physical see Mr. Hatcher ASAP!

2) Happy Birthday - September 10th...Calinda Avenarius, Taylor Cota, Andres Flores, Emma Hastings.

3) Any 6th, 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball this Fall, see Mr. Hatcher for more details or contact Coach Smith at jusmith@dbqschools.org.

4) The Jefferson Activity Bus will add a new stop to our route. We will now stop at Tanzanite and Mount Alpine at approximately 4:43 p.m.

5) 6th grade girls track and field intra-murals is today from 2:30-4:15 p.m.