Articles from March 2022

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Monday, March 28, 2022 – Day B

1) Birthdays Today – March 28th…No birthdays today.

2) Wish Miss Bradley a happy birthday today.

3) Today’s Monday message is connected with, “The Time is Now” which is part of our 7 Mindsets curriculum. “Your mission, goals, and objectives should be aligned with your present actions and where you see yourself in the future.” -Germany Kent We are nearing the end of the school year and I think this is an excellent time of year to reflect on this quote. What do you see yourself doing in the future? Are your grades where they need to be? Is your attendance as good as it should be? Are the habits you have today leading you closer to that goal, or are they leading you in a different direction? The time is now for you to strengthen your efforts. Be sure to let your teachers and staff know how they can help you on your journey.

4) We will begin ISASP testing this week. We have the Reading test tomorrow and the Math test on Thursday. Because the tests begin right away in the morning, it’s even more important that you arrive at school on time. Plan to be here no later than 7:30 a.m. For the ISASP tests, be sure to bring your computer to school fully charged. Reminder, cell phones & smart watches are not allowed to be out during the testing sessions.

5) Congratulations to Jada Pickett and Aaliyah Peterson for winning the 6th grade T-Shirt Design Contest. Both students will receive a free t-shirt.

6) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Gaming Unplugged, All About Arts, GSA.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 – Day B

1) Birthdays Today – March 22nd…Jalen Wilson, Carl Larron.

2) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Hillhawk Helpers, Chess Club.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Monday, March 21, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today – March 21st…Addason McIntyre.

2) Wish Haley Ehrich a happy birthday today.

3) Today’s Monday message is provided by Josh Tobias and Jaycob Kohn. They shared the following quote which they included in their presentation in Mrs. Canfield’s 7-Mindsets class. “Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.” – Katie Reed As we finish the school year, be sure to take care of your physical and emotional health.

4) Right before Spring Break, I sent you an email about refocusing on three key Jefferson expectations. The first of which is about wearing lanyards and IDs The Jefferson handbook states…Each student will receive an ID card and lanyard at the beginning of the school year. ID cards are to be worn on a lanyard daily. ID’s are needed for students to wear hats/hoods, go to the library, counselor, nurse, or office. They will also be required at lunch, dances, etc. ID’s which are damaged or lost, can be replaced in the main office for $3.00. (Lanyards: $2.00) You can also use10 Hillsbills to purchase both. In the future, we will also be talking about cell phone expectations and getting to class on time. More to come…

5) Track begins today, March 21st. You must have a physical on file in the main office to participate. Contact Mrs. Haverland if you have any questions.

6) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Gaming Unplugged, All About Arts, GSA.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today – March 7th…Alysa Arneson.

2) Today’s Monday message centers around, “Live to Give” which is, as you know, one of the themes in our 7-Mindsets lessons. Make a Difference: The quickest and easiest way to feel better and become happier is to help someone. You can start today by making a difference in every little way you can. Smile more, say please and thank you, and tell people you appreciate them every day. I thought this was timely due to last Friday’s dance supporting the Children’s Hospital in Iowa City in which we raised $400! Also, today, we are kicking off our pop-top competition in support of the Ronald McDonald House also in Iowa City. Be sure to bring in your pop-tops to your Circles teacher. The Circles class with the most pop-tops is going to win a pizza party!

3) All 6th grade boys and girls…Basketball will begin today after school in the North Gym.

4) The Hempstead Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer camp on Thursday, March 10 from 4:40-8:30 for interested 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Snitkey in the 7th grade hallway.

5) The school Battle of the Books competition will be held tomorrow. The winners of the battle will move on to the district battle in April. Good luck to all the battle teams!

6) The Musical is looking for 4 to 8 highly responsible students to work on the backstage crew. There will be an interview process. Only students with passing grades and trustworthy behavior should apply. Crew members need to attend after-school rehearsals every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. No exceptions. Email Mrs. Duggan if you meet these qualifications and are interested.

7) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Hillhawk Helpers, Chess Club

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Friday, March 4, 2022 – Day B

1) Birthdays Today – March 4th…Maxwell Arensdorf, Marley Pline, Emma Sarazin, Mariah Triplett. March 5th…Kameron Lloyd-Redmond, Ryan Kedribar. March 6th…Paisley Roth, Albon Batongtong, Kenzie Kieffer.

2) All 6th grade boys and girls…You have received an email from Mrs. Haverland regarding basketball sign up. Basketball will begin on Monday, March 7th in the North Gym. There will be NO basketball practice during the week of our Spring Break.

3) Today is our after-school activity/dance event (2:30-4:30 pm.). The cost is $3 with money going to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City. Concessions will be available. Remember, if you have had 3 or more referrals OR have had an in-school/out-of-school suspension, you are not able to attend.

4) Last Call…Please pick up any artwork from last trimester in the art room today.

5) Start saving your pop tabs Hillhawks! Starting next Monday, March 7th we will be collecting pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Bring in your pop tabs to your Circles teacher for a school-wide service project for an opportunity to win a pizza party for your circle group.

6) Are there any 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students interested in cheerleading? Join the Hempstead Cheerleaders on Monday, March 7th from 4:40-8:30 for their cheer camp. Learn cheers, dance, stunting and tumbling. Register online at https://hempsteadcheer.dbqschoolscamps.com . If you have any questions, feel free to see Ms. Snitkey in the 7th grade hallway.

7) The school Battle of the Books competition will be held next Tuesday, March 8th. The winners of the battle will move on to the district battle in April. Good luck to all the battle teams!

8) The Musical is looking for 4 to 8 highly responsible students to work on the backstage crew. There will be an interview process. Only students with passing grades and trustworthy behavior should apply. Crew members need to attend after school rehearsals every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. No exceptions. Email Mrs. Duggan if you meet these qualifications and are interested.

9) No LEAP today, it is the School Activity/Dance Event.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Thursday, March 3, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today – March 3rd…Shamar Thornton.

2) Tomorrow, March 4th, is our after school activity/dance event (2:30-4:30 pm.). The cost is $3 with money going to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City. Concessions will be available. Remember, if you have had 3 or more referrals OR have had an in-school/out-of-school suspension, you are not able to attend.

3) Please pick up any artwork from last trimester in the art room by Friday, March 4th.

4) Start saving your pop tabs Hillhawks! Starting on March 7th we will be collecting pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Bring in your pop tabs to your circle teacher for a school-wide service project for an opportunity to win a pizza party for your circle group.

5) Are there any 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students interested in cheerleading? Join the Hempstead Cheerleaders on Monday, March 7th from 4:40-8:30 for their cheer camp. Learn cheers, dance, stunting and tumbling. Register online at https://hempsteadcheer.dbqschoolscamps.com . If you have any questions, feel free to see Ms. Snitkey in the 7th grade hallway.

6) The school Battle of the Books competition will be held next Tuesday, March 8th. The winners of the battle will move on to the district battle in April. Good luck to all the battle teams!

7) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Yoga with Challenge to Change, Gaming Unplugged, Karaoke Fun & Vocal Coaching, Wonderful World of Recipes. No LEAP on Friday, it is the School Activity/Dance Event.

8) All 6th grade boys and girls…You have received an email from Mrs. Haverland regarding basketball sign up. Basketball will run from Monday, March 7th to Friday, March 25th. No basketball practice during the week of Spring Break.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School Announcements

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today – March 1st…Henry Zebarth.

2) Because of how crazy last week was, I want to revisit last week’s Monday Message. As a lifelong educator, I certainly relate to Mrs. Obama’s quote. “Success isn’t about how much money you make. It’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.” What difference are you making in the lives of others?

3) This Friday, March 4th, is our next after school activity/dance event (2:30-4:30 pm.). The cost is $3 with money going to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City. Concessions will be available. Remember, if you have had 3 or more referrals OR have had an in-school/out-of-school suspension, you are not able to attend.

4) Please pick up any artwork from last trimester in the art room by Friday, March 4th.

5) Start saving your pop tabs Hillhawks! Starting on March 7th we will be collecting pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Bring in your pop tabs to your circle teacher for a school-wide service project for an opportunity to win a pizza party for your circle group.

6) Are there any 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students interested in cheerleading? Join the Hempstead Cheerleaders on Monday, March 7th from 4:40-8:30 for their cheer camp. Learn cheers, dance, stunting and tumbling. Register online at https://hempsteadcheer.dbqschoolscamps.com . If you have any questions, feel free to see Ms. Snitkey in the 7th grade hallway.

7) The school Battle of the Books competition will be held on Tuesday, March 8. The winners of the battle will move on to the district battle in April. Good luck to all the battle teams!

8) LEAP for today…Homework Help, Hillhawk Helpers, Chess Club, T-Shirt Refashioning. LEAP for Wednesday…Homework Help, All About Arts, Yearbook Club.

9) The District Orchestra Festival is tonight at Hempstead High School beginning at 6:30 p.m.

10) Sports Today – 7th Grade Boys Basketball…Jefferson vs. Washington White at Jefferson beginning at 4 p.m.