Did you know...
1-Illinois students get instate tuition at Vincennes University
2-Vincennes University offers certificates, Associates, and Bachelors degrees with over 180 options
3-Vincennes offers the most affordable on-campus housing in the state
Below is the YouTube video about Vincennes University tolearn more about Vincennes. If you would like more information or would like to schedule a virtual or an on-campus visit, then let Mrs. Bellamey know for contact information.
Vincennes University video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OURcKRI0e9I
A reminder that tomorrow is the last day to buy tickets for the Blackstone Grill raffle being conducted by the JHS Booster Club. Get your tickets before it's too late.
SIU is currently waiving our application fee (saves $40.00):
ENTER THE CODE FREEAPP
Apply at https://admissions.siu.edu/apply
Any seniors with a 3.5 or higher GPA woud be eligible to apply for the full-ride Meridian Scholarship at SIU-E! The deadline to submit this profile along with their general application is December 1st. Twenty students are selected each year to receive this scholarship.
https://www.siue.edu/undergraduate/direct-entry-meridian/meridian-scholars-program.shtml
Do you own a business and want to advertise in the 2020-2021 yearbook? Are you looking for a way to give back to the community? Consider purchasing an ad in the JHS 2020-2021 Yearbook! Packages include pricing for a simple sponsorship or a formal business ad. Our goal this year is to sell enough sponsorships and business ads so that we are able to provide a yearbook for free to every JHS student. Click the link below to complete an order form and purchase an ad from now until December 11th. For questions, please contact emay@joppa38.com. Thank you for supporting the JHS Yearbook!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vpyiMtkJM3Y5DBJ_TK-WRb6J4OT0FsdlVgL1S4fRa3Q/edit?usp=sharing
Apples for Students
Collect Big John Receipts
Dated September 1, 2020 through March 2, 2021
Drop receipts in the box at the store or send receipts to Maple Grove with your students.
Don't miss out on any of our upcoming notifications!
The 6th graders are thanking our veterans.
The Yearbook Staff is now accepting submissions for the 2020-2021 yearbook cover art and theme. The young artist selected will be interviewed and included on a page in the yearbook. All entries must be completed on standard 8.5 x 11 in. paper and submitted to emay@joppa38.com by Monday, Nov. 30th. Contact Mr. May for more information.
Greetings,
This is a reminder that Joppa-Maple Grove School District has an early dismissal tomorrow at 1:26 pm for in-person learners. Remote learners have access until 2:26 pm.
The early dismissal is due to the November 11 holiday celebration for Veteran's Day. No school on Wednesday in honor of all military Veterans.
This virtual training will provide individual with a general understanding of professionalism. curriculum and classroom management techniques, school safety, and also district/building operations. This is required for those wishing to obtain a Short-Term Substitute License
The JHS Booster Club is hosting a burgers/dogs grab-and-go supper on November 17. We are offering the choice of a hamburger, a cheeseburger, or a hotdog. Meals will also come with a bag of chips, and a cookie. The cost of each meal is $5. To place an order, please complete the form below. Meals will be available for pick up at the high school cafeteria from 5-6:30 on Tuesday, November 17. Money will be collected when you pick up your meal (cash and check only please). Thank you so much for your support!!!
https://forms.gle/FK1PGXAEcvytTXN79
We would like to thank Steve Evans for sharing his dinosaur fossils. The kids absolutely loved learning about them.
We want to congratulate all of our basket winners last night.
Money Tree - Mrs. Ross. ($105.00)
Movie Basket - Caitlin Korte
Game Basket - Brittany Smith
Christmas Basket - Jennifer Marshall
Lanterns - Tara Burns
Holiday Baking Basket - Donna Rushing
Candy Basket - Tom McLelland
Snack Basket - Eric Williamson
A big shout out to everyone who came out to support our PTO. We appreciate you all!
We had so much fun at the drive-in movie tonight. Thank you so much for coming out and supporting our PTO.
We have a line for chili. There’s still time to get your belly’s full before our movie begins. Come on out!
Don’t forget to come out tonight, eat, and watch our drive-in movie. You don’t want to miss the fun!
Family Reading Night
We'll be hosting a virtual family reading night! Please be on the lookout for website link during the week of 11/16 newsletter as well as on the district’s social media accounts. Join teachers and staff as they share some of their favorite books with you!
Announcing the drive-in movie for Thursday night at the new Jet Set Drive-In Theater:: The New Aladdin, starring Will Smith.
Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF)
The online application for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is available starting on November 1, 2020, at jackierobinson.org. The deadline to submit the application for a JRF Scholarship is February 1, 2021, 5 p.m. ET.