Hello JFK Families,
We conducted our first fire drill this week and the students did an excellent job exiting the building quickly and safely. Thank you for emphasizing the importance of these drills. We will be routinely conducting these drills throughout the school year.
Next week, we have an early dismissal for all students at 1:25 pm. Please note the correct time above, as it was incorrectly listed in last week’s Friday News.
We are getting closer to Open House on the 28th! Here is a reminder that you should have received this past Tuesday. Your child’s classroom teacher will be sending a finalized flyer that will contain Google Meet links for specialists and support staff. You should receive this by next Wednesday.
Have a great weekend,
Mr. Brennan
JFK goes for the GOLD! Help support Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month and wear gold on Thursday, September 30th.
Early Dismissal: September 22nd - Students will be dismissed at 1:25. Student pick up is at 1:25 pm. Be mindful that bus drop off should be about 2 hours earlier than normal.
Bus Seating: To further our safety efforts for our learners, our elementary schools, in collaboration with Durham Bus Company are developing a bus seating chart with assigned seats. The goal for each bus-riding student is to minimize the number of students quarantined should an individual on the bus tested positive. Over the course of the week or so, students will be assigned their seats. Buses will have stickers with row numbers above the window to assist in students locating the proper seat. You can help by:
Reminding your child to sit in their assigned seat at all times. Having your child stay in their assigned seat will help support their safety and the safety of others to stay healthy while on the bus.
Having students wear their masks for the entire ride.
These protocols are necessary to mitigate exposure and spread of the COVID virus. Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in this important matter. Our schools will be working diligently to get these seat assignments and please understand there may be a delay as we implement this process of assigned seating on the bus over the next weeks.
Protocol for Contacting Tracing after school hours and on weekends -
When a school receives notification of a possible positive COVID-19 case there may be times particularly when we are notified after school hours or on weekends, that families will be sent an email indicating that their child is to stay home the next school day and that a school nurse will contact the family to discuss the matter and provide guidance on what happens. We thank you for your cooperation as we continue to navigate through these times together and put safety first.
Fall Conferences: We are pleased to announce our Fall 2021 Elementary Virtual Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, October 20 th 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Thursday, October 21st 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 22n 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule. Therefore, students will be dismissed on October 20th, October 21st and October 22nd at 1:15pm.
Our fall conferences will be held virtually and parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning! Fall conference sign up information will be live on our school website from Friday, October 8th, at 9:00 a.m. through Monday, October 18th, at 12:00 p.m. Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications.
4th and 5th Grade Band and Strings: Please click the following website link to see the Band and Strings registration that is open to all 4th and 5th Graders. http://milfordstringsandband.weebly.com
PTO NEWS
Membership Drive
The PTO creates events and opportunities throughout the year to bring together our whole JFK community - families, kids, teachers and staff. We couldn't do any of it without your support. Please consider joining the PTO today and helping us make this an even better year for our school. Click here for MEMBERSHIP FORMS.
Calling All 5th Grade Parents!
Every year we celebrate our graduating 5th grade class in a variety of fun ways, including farewell events and a yearbook. This year, Jasmine Fitzroy is running that show and would love to have your help. If you want to be part of planning the Big Send-Off, please email us today. ptojfk@gmail.com
Fall Mum Sale
If you ordered fall mums, please note that the pick-up date is Thursday, 9/23. There was some confusion earlier, but that is THE date. Thank you for supporting the PTO, and we can't wait to see your pretty fall porches!
Pie Sale is Back!!
The pie sale is back!! This is always one of our most popular events. Starting next week you can order your pies (and other goodies!) to be delivered just in time for Thanksgiving. Stay tuned for more information...
3rd grade painting their abstract name designs
3rd grade engaging in a collaborative math task.
