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October 24 - No School
October28 - End of Quarter 1, 2 hour Early Release
October 31 - No School, Teacher Work Day
Do you need internet service? Families may qualify for Internet service assistance through a FCPS/Cox program. Please contact Ms. Ruth Orellana at rgorellana@fcps.edu, LJMS family liaison, for program qualifications.
- Meeting with our new Principal: Our board met with Ms. Jones last week. We not only learned about her vision for the school, but we also were able to identify some initiatives for collaboration. Big thanks to those parents who answered last week’s survey. We have shared the results with Ms. Jones; your input is valuable to us.
- Join the PTA: Remember to join the PTA https://jacksonmspta.org before our next general meeting in November, date to be announced. We are planning to have Ms. Jones as our main guest speaker.
- Healthy Minds Program: National PTA has developed an amazing program to empower families to make mental health an everyday priority. Check out their website to find tools, webinars, and other valuable information.
- Art Program Call for Entries: Reflections is a National PTA-sponsored program that encourages students to express themselves through the arts. This year’s theme is “Show your Voice!” Deadline for submissions: Friday, October 21st. Check the website to learn more or email the program chair, Meredith Caldwell at reflections@jacksonmspta.org.
- Spirit Wear: Looking for an LJMS MAGNET ($5) and/or ADULT SMALL SWEATSHIRTS ($35)? Now you can order spirit wear online! Get out your credit card and head to https://ljmspta.memberhub.com/store. Prefer paying by cash/check or have any questions? Email Lynn Collins at spiritwear@jacksonmspta.org. Go Tigers!
- Food Pantry: Did you know that the PTA works hand in hand with the LJMS administration to run a food pantry at the school? A number of our students and their families rely on the food support we are able to offer through this program. Here are 4 ways you can support the Food Pantry!
In cooperation,
LJMS PTA
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