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&November 11th- (Veterans Day)- Student & Teacher Holiday
November 27, 28, 29- Holiday (Thanksgiving)- School Closed
Families, remember that when coming to the school to pick up your student, an official photo ID must be presented to the Main Office staff. Please understand that this is for security purposes. Driver’s licenses, passports, and military IDs are appropriate examples of official IDs.
Regular school attendance is crucial for student success, and we are committed to ensuring all students have the opportunity to learn and thrive. Missing just 10% of school — just two days a month — negatively affects a student’s academic performance. When students reach six (6) or more days absent from school they will be invited to attend our Attendance Recovery Program. These are after-school sessions to make up for missed instructional time. This will help them stay on track with their coursework and avoid falling behind. Student may also choose for other After-School Academic offerings, such as staying with a teacher, to make up for missed instructional time.
Benefits of Attending After-School Sessions:
- Catch up on missed classwork and assignments
- Receive personalized assistance from teachers
- Improve academic performance and understanding
Reflections is a National PTA-sponsored program that encourages students to express themselves through the arts. Students can submit work in the following six categories: Dance Choreography, Music Composition, Literature, Film Production, Visual Arts and Photography. Student submissions are reviewed by independent third-party judges based on artistic skill as well as interpretation of the theme. The winner in each category moves on to the County level, then possibly to the State level and finally to the National competition.
CALL FOR all Jackson students!
2024-2025 reflections program: Reflections is a National PTA-sponsored program that encourages students to express themselves through the arts. Students can submit work in the following six categories: Dance Choreography, Music Composition, Literature, Film Production, Visual Arts and Photography. Student submissions are reviewed by independent third-party judges based on artistic skill as well as interpretation of the theme. The winner in each category moves on to the County level, then possibly to the State level and finally to the National competition.
This year entries can either be submitted digitally https://jacksonmspta.org/reflections/ or entry forms can be picked up and returned to Ms. Lundeen’s art room 410.
This year's theme is: "Accepting Imperfection”
Deadline: Friday November 15, 2024.
Visit the Reflections website to see entry guidelines for each art category. If you have any questions, please contact the Reflections program Chair Meredith Caldwell at reflections@jacksonmspta.org
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This is a reminder that the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology application portal will close Friday, November 15th at 4:00PM. Applications may not be started after Wednesday, November 13th at 4:00PM. Please contact Mr. Tickle at BRTickle@fcps.edu or 703 204 8124 for questions or for help with the application process. For more information, please go to the TJ Admissions webpage at https://www.fcps.edu/tjadmissions.
Did you know that our 5 day a week after-school program (LJ After Hours) is totally free, and includes a free snack supper, and late buses on Monday-Thursday?? There are over 40 clubs, activities and intramural sports to choose from each week. All you need to do in order to access this fantastic program is complete the online registration/parental permission form. We need a form for any student who stays after school for any reason... even if it's just to re-take a test with a teacher. Parents who have NOT completed the form will get a reminder email from Mr. Hoffert, with the link to the form included. It takes just a few minutes to fill it out... you just need your student's ID number in order to complete it.
Currently, only 33.5% of students who have attended after-school so far this year have a completed registration form on file. Please help!
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE AFTER SCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM
Yes! That's a thing!
We are excited to offer two new activities on FRIDAYS this fall, starting on September 20th through December 13th (skipping Oct 4, Nov 1, and Nov 29 because of school holidays).
Both activities will meet from 2:35-3:35pm, and we will offer study hall and/or open gym for students until the parent pickup deadline (4:00pm).
No late buses are available on Fridays.
Magnus Chess Academy
Magnus Chess Academy has been teaching chess in Fairfax County since 2008. Over that time period we've taught more than 30,000 students in after school clubs, before school clubs, and camps. They include kids who've won seventeen state championships and four national championships, but most of our students are beginners looking to learn a fun new game. That's how all the champions start out too!
Super Sleuths (Crime Scene Investigators)
Get out your magnifying glasses and detective hats; we have clues to decipher and crimes to solve! We’ll put our critical thinking skills and STEM knowledge to the test and get to the bottom of mysteries by learning the tricks real investigators use to solve cases. While experimenting with simple detection techniques, your reasoning skills will grow, and your problem-solving skills will be on par with real CSI Agents!
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Group Guitar Class
Whether you're a regular John Mayer, or you can't remember if a guitar has 4 or 6 strings, this is your chance to start learning or sharpen the face-melting skills you already have. Fridays, after school, starting in January. We'll provide the guitar (there's a $20 rental fee... talk to Mr. Hoffert if that's an issue).
January 17-March 21 (10 weeks)
Each activity has room for a max of 20 students, so sign up today!
Students must register separately for these two Friday activities, using the form below.
FRIDAY ACTIVITY REGISTRATION
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LJMS Drama presents, Aesop Live!, a funny comedy that twists old fables into a fun-filled evening for audiences of all ages! Please come and support the over 100 students who have been working both on and offstage to create the world of Aesop with all its silly animals, zany gods and people who just cannot get things right! Tickets available online now for only $5 ($6 at the door). There will also be tickets available during all lunches the week before the show. Bring your family and friends and come and have some fun! Doors open ½ hour before curtain. Show dates are Thursday, Nov 21, Friday Nov 22 & Saturday, Nov 23rd. Flowers are available to purchase for your favorite cast & crew.
Aesop Live! Ticket Link
 
When students need to miss school, it is important for parents/guardians to communicate those absences with the school. This can be done by calling the attendance phone line at 703-204-8282.
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit FCPS’ website for information on when to keep your child at home.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that support can be provided if needed. Also, keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.
Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
📋 Permission Forms
Families can easily grant permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system. Parents can opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed. Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. See how to use the tool.
PTA Meeting: Our next PTA meeting will be online on Monday, November 18th, at 7 pm. Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAud-2hrTMoGtX_rjsecz3zKeMQQWiWQkhY
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
PTA Membership: The LJMS PTA serves as a bridge between our school's administration, teachers, and parents, fostering a supportive student environment. You are invited to become a PTA member and donate online at https://jacksonmspta.org/
Would you like to volunteer for the PTA? Contact president@jacksonmspta.org
Parents can complete the Lightspeed Parent Report Request. This request provides parents with Weekly Parent Reports delivered by Lightspeed directly to an authorized parent email over the weekend. These reports summarize the websites visited by the student while using an FCPS device.
At the bottom of the weekly report, parents can register for the Parent Relay Portal, which provides detailed browsing information. The sign-up is embedded within the Lightspeed report and does not require any further submission to IT or IT intervention. The extended access also gives parents the ability to pause internet access on their child’s FCPS laptop during non-school hours, such as dinner or bedtime. However, parents cannot pause the internet during the school day.
The "Discrimination and Harassment: Let's Talk" platform is an essential tool that allows anyone within our school community to report incidents of discrimination, harassment, or other concerning behaviors confidentially. More information about the platform, including how to access and use it, can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/submit-discrimination-and-harassment-report.
Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available online in SIS ParentVUE. If you have not already filled out the form online, we will provide paper forms in November. Please be sure to return them by Friday, November 17.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important, because information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
Please watch this video and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page for more information.
Deadline Approaching for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Middle school students who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2029 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application will be available on the TJHSST Admissions Office webpage opened on Monday, October 21, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, with a deadline to submit the application by Friday, November 15, at 4 p.m. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information.
SOS Screener - Nov. 13th in Advisory
This year, during 4th-period Advisory on November 13th, LJMS will teach 7th-grade students about mental health awareness through the Signs of Suicide (SOS) program, an FCPS initiative used in all secondary schools. SOS covers how to identify signs of depression and suicide risk, encouraging students to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell a trusted adult) if they’re concerned about themselves or a friend.
Students will watch age-appropriate videos, discuss the topics, and complete a brief depression screener to help identify those who may need support. Learn more at www.sossignsofsuicide.org/parent, where you’ll find resources and key messages.
If you have questions or prefer to opt your child out, please contact their school counselor with the subject line “SOS Opt Out” by November 8th.
Youth Survey - Nov. 13th in Advisory
The Fairfax County Youth Survey, conducted annually through a partnership between the Fairfax County School Board and Board of Supervisors, offers a comprehensive, anonymous look into the behaviors, experiences, and health factors impacting our youth. Students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 participate, providing critical insights to guide community and school efforts. Results are shared each year at fairfaxcounty.gov/youthsurvey.
At Luther Jackson Middle School, only 8th graders will take the Youth Survey on November 13 during the advisory period. If you prefer your child not participate, please complete the opt-out form and return it to their school counselor by November 8. If you've already opted out through the Parental Digital Consent Portal, no further action is required
Counselors are assigned by alphabet and your first point of contact for any question or concerns you might have.
Families,
We Need Your Consent for Select Digital Resources
At Jackson Middle School, our teachers will use a variety of digital resources to support student learning and promote communication and collaboration with students and families. Some of the digital resources your child may use this year will require your consent before they can be used. Please find the link to the digital form, where you can give your consent, here: https://digitalconsent.fcps.edu/ispb/r/is01/pdcp/login?session=17253181329964. You can find further direction here: a list of the resources that require parental consent here: https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent.
Need technical support? Call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS). This will be answered by staff members from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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If a student returns a Chromebook damaged, they will receive a warning, and if there is a second instance of the same damage, they will have to pay for the repair cost. If a student returns a Chromebook damaged and the case is removed, they will have to pay for the repair cost in the first instance. Repair costs are listed below.
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HP Fortis Parts
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Cost
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Chromebook replacement
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$444
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Charger
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$10
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System Board
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$315
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Screen
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$90
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Keyboard and palm rest
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$48
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Touchpad
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$21
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Heatsink
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$30
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Daughterboard
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$22
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Base enclosure
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$20
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Bezel
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$18
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Speaker
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$16
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