Junction Hill C-12 School District

Due to road conditions we will have an early dismissal today. Parent pickup students will dismiss at 1:15. We are coordinating with the high school and our bus students will dismiss at 1:30.

The Junction Hill Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 School Calendar during their regular monthly board meeting December 12th. This calendar has one notable difference from the area K-8 schools. With Junction Hill School being a polling location the Junction Hill School will be out of session on November 5th, 2024 for the 2024 Presidential Election. The last two Presidential elections have had record turnout for voters and in the interest of school security, student safety as well as preventing congestion in the parking lot during the morning drop off and afternoon pick up we have elected to be out of session that day. We will review and survey our High School students prior to November 5th to ensure any that do need transportation to attend High School on November 5th we will run a bus or buses to provide them transportation.

Friday the 15th was the Junction Hill Christmas Concert. Students in grades pk-5 and the choir sang festive music to the delight of family and friends. Mr. Dame has led students with many wonderful memories and performances over the years, and this year was no exception. At Christmas time it is good to remember how we are blessed by our students, parents, and our faculty especially our choir teacher. Thank you!

Our students were challenged to bring in food and hygiene items for the annual Junction Hill food drive and they delivered! This year we had a friendly competition and students in grades 1, 4, and 6 won. Here are pictures of the winning groups. Thanks go out to all involved in this good work.

A message from Mr. Dame, You are invited to our Christmas program, Friday, December 15th , at Junction Hill. The gym doors will open at 5:30. Students will meet in homerooms at 5:30, and the Teacher’s will escort the students to the gym, for the performance at 6:00. Students are asked to wear nice, colorful school clothes. The program will start at or near 6:00pm and should conclude before 7:00pm. I want the students to have an enjoyable time making music together. This will be our first Friday night concert, and I am looking forward to hearing the students sing. Thank you for your support, Larry Dame, Music

Please note: There will be no tutoring on Thursday 12/14 or Tuesday 12/19. Tutoring will resume next semester on Thursday 1/4/24 after school from 4 to 5 pm.

PTO fundraiser Laundry buckets will be available Friday, 12/8/23 after the end of day dismissal is completed. If this time conflicts with anyone's schedule, they need to make other arrangements with the PTO for pick-up.

To celebrate the festive season, we are offering themed dress up days at Junction Hill. Here are the themes and days: December 6-Santa Day-Wear Santa hats December 13-Elementary kids: wear Red; Middle school kids: wear White December 18-Grinch Green Day-Wear green December 20-Polar Express Day (Pajama Day, 1/2 Day)

It is a busy time at school! I wanted to take a minute to share some upcoming events with our families.
Parent teacher conferences will continue tomorrow Oct 19th. There will be no tutoring on that date.
We do have a cross country meet during the day on Thursday.. It will begin at 9:00 am. Please check with your student to see when they run.
There will be no school on October 20th.
Red Ribbon week is next week and dress up days have been selected by student council. All outfits must follow the dress code outlined in the student handbook.
Looking down the road, Halloween is coming up and there will be a costume parade in the Gym as in years past. Watch for the time and other details if you would like to attend, information will be coming home with students, and uploaded to the website as we confirm the details. There will be no tutoring on Halloween night.
With the change in weather, please consider your families plans in the event of inclement weather and school cancellations or early dismissals.
Thank you!

Junction Hill will be welcoming law enforcement professionals tomorrow at breakfast. We are proud of our community and especially our friends in blue!

Dear Parents and Guardians, 🏆 Sports and Extracurricular Activities: At Junction Hill we offer a wide range of sports and extracurricular activities for our students. These activities not only provide a chance for them to learn and grow but also create lasting memories. These extracurricular activities include sports, class trips, classroom parties, and other opportunities. Please take note of the following key points: Eligibility Requirements: To participate in these activities, students must meet eligibility requirements, including: Regular attendance: Students are expected to attend school regularly. Students who miss frequently will be required to make up lost hours through tutoring. Good academic standing: Maintaining satisfactory grades is essential. Lunch Charges: Any outstanding lunch charges should be settled promptly. Please ensure that your child meets the eligibility criteria mentioned above to take full advantage of these enriching experiences. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you for your ongoing support.

Everyone here at Junction Hill School wants to say a Great Big THANK YOU to everyone who came out Friday night and attended the annual PTO Fall Carnival. The night was a success with over $4,600 raised for students and teacher classrooms. Every dollar raised goes back into providing many extras for students in the classrooms, field trips, incentive trips, and much more. The PTO is a volunteer group that we greatly appreciate and if you would like to learn more and or be a part of the PTO please contact Karen Heller PTO President. The PTO is preparing for their annual Laundry Detergent Fundraiser soon so if you are in need please reach out to a PTO member.

Junction Hill Families, We are proud to invite you to the Title 1 Night Around the World meeting on October 5th, from 5 pm until 7 pm. We will be celebrating a great start to the school year with a night of fun, food, and important information concerning Title 1. Your students should bring home a yellow RSVP form. Please fill it out and return it with your child. This will help us determine how much pizza we need to have on hand. On October 5th, please come and explore the various classrooms and their themed activities. Each room will have an activity representing their chosen country! In addition, the Book Fair will be going on and open for you visit. Best regards, Junction Hill School

SNOW CONES! They were purple and they were good! Students received this sweet treat if they returned their beginning of year paperwork !

Grandparents Week: Grandparents week will kick off tomorrow Friday the 8th, and run through next week.
Here are the time the doors will open for each grade:
Pre K- Friday 9/8 @ 8:00 AM,
Kindergarten - Monday 9/11 @ 11:25,
1st grade- Tuesday 9/12 @ 11:25,
2nd grade- Wednesday 9/13 @ 11:45,
3rd grade- Thursday 9/14 @ 11:45,
4th grade- Friday 9/15 @ 11:45.
For Friday (9/8) Pre K breakfast, the main office doors are the doors to use. For all of the Grandparents lunches next week, please use the doors by the gym. Thank you!

Junction Hill is blessed to be in a community that values education. Kirk Nettles from Farmers Insurance delivered $100 dollars of school supplies to the 4th grade on Thursday!

🌞 Important Update: Changes to Baseball and Softball Practices this Week 🌞 Dear players and parents, As much as we love the great outdoors, we also prioritize your safety and well-being. Due to the scorching heatwave expected this week, we've made some adjustments to our practice schedule: 📅 Tuesday: Today's practices will kick off with a 20-minute walkthrough outside. Afterward, we'll move indoors where it's cool and comfortable to continue our training. Hydration is key, so please remember to bring your water bottles! Practice will still end at 5pm. 📅 Wednesday and Thursday: There will be no after-school practices on these days. We understand the extreme weather conditions can be challenging, so we've arranged to utilize our PE time for practice instead. This will ensure everyone stays safe while continuing to work hard on improving our game. Remember, your safety always comes first! Stay hydrated, stay cool, and stay excited about our upcoming games. . 💪⚾️🥎

🥎⚾ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ⚾🥎 In the interest of player safety, we're moving Friday's (August 25th) softball and baseball games to 8:30 AM (A team first) due to scorching heat 🔥☀️ Let's keep our athletes cool and competitive! Stay hydrated! 💦

Welcome Back Hornets! Last night was our 5th grade orientation, and tonight from 4 to 7, we are having our Open House! Many of you have been contacted and scheduled for appointments, but for those who we were unable to reach, we are still accepting drop-in visits from 4 to 6. We are anticipating a great school year and looking forward to seeing you tonight!

📢 Announcement: Junction Hill Hornets State Testing (MAP) Score Release 📢 Greetings, wonderful Junction Hill Hornets families! We hope this message finds you well as we gear up for an important update regarding our recent State Testing (MAP) scores. 📊 State Testing (MAP) Scores Unveiling 📊 It brings us immense pride to inform you that the results of the State Testing (MAP) have been tallied, and we're genuinely impressed with the dedication and hard work exhibited by our remarkable students. These scores are a testament to their commitment to learning and growth. 🗓️ Mark Your Calendars! 🗓️ We're excited to reveal these scores during our fall Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 17th and 19th. It's a time for us to come together, discuss progress, and celebrate the achievements of our students. We genuinely look forward to sharing these insights with you. 📞 Sneak Peek Appointments Available 📞 We understand that anticipation might be running high for some of you. If you're eager to get a sneak peek at your child's individual scores before the conferences, we're here to assist! Simply reach out to us, and we'll be more than happy to arrange a convenient appointment. Your involvement and support play a pivotal role in our students' success, and we are grateful for the partnership we share. Let's continue to work together to nurture growth and learning in our Junction Hill Hornets community. Stay tuned for additional updates as we approach the State Testing (MAP) score release date. Thank you for being a part of our journey, and we look forward to welcoming you to the Parent-Teacher Conferences! Warm regards, The Junction Hill Hornets Team 🐝