Principal's Update
Hello JFK families -
Some Important News from JFK
Hello JFK families -
Thank you to the many parents and guardians who attended Open House. It was nice to see you!
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The response to the Eagle Excellence donations has been wonderful! Thank you to the Lord, Loubier, Quinlan and Wade families for donating gift cards for our Eagle Excellence program. We appreciate you!
Thank you, also, to Mike Defeo (Coke Northeast), Jodie Shorette (Athletic Shop), Ski Mount Southington, The Network Yoga, Total Pest Control and Lake Compounce Inc. for their generous donations to our Eagle Excellence program. We appreciate their partnership and support.
The link to donate is here: Eagle Excellence Gift Card donations. Please donate by September 30th.
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On September 3rd, information about the SPS Student Device Protection Program (DPP) was sent to families. The initial enrollment period for this coverage is due by September 30th. The DPP is designed to assist students and families in covering any costs resulting from accidental damage, loss, malfunction, or theft of their school issued device. As a reminder, Southington Public Schools reserves the right to charge repair or replacement costs for any device damage or loss caused by student negligence. To review the full document, more information on what is covered and what is not, and replacement costs, view the SPS Device Protection Program document on our Technology Department website.
A link to participate in the Device Protection Program is here:
https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/33848030
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Today in the U.S., there are nearly 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease. Over 11 million Americans are providing care for people living with this disease.
Hartford HealthCare Senior Services is inviting children and teens who have family members with dementia to join them for an enjoyable day of learning about dementia and interacting through fun filled activities with residents at Arbor Rose at Jerome Home on Saturday, September 21. We hope you will consider having your child participate in this special event.
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Breakfast and Lunch:
This school year, all students who qualify for free or reduced meals will receive one free breakfast and lunch per day.
All other students will be required to pay for breakfast and lunch.
The prices are as follows:
Breakfast - $2.50
Lunch - $3.75
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If your child would like to try out for a middle school sport in the fall, the Family ID registration link is up and running. In order for your child to try out, you must register your child through the Family ID link: JFK Family ID
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The Southington Board of Education has a dress code policy accessible through this link: Dress Code
The dress code states clothing should cover all undergarments and not expose a bare midriff. Please be mindful that crop tops are not allowed.
It is the prerogative of the administration to determine if student attire is conducive to the learning environment. Therefore, please use a conservative approach when discussing appropriate attire for school.
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Ask the Admins! Do you have a question or something to share with me or Mr. Halloran? If so, we encourage you to use the link below to submit any questions you may have. The link will be open all year long. Please use this link to submit a question or share something with us: Ask the Admins
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Follow us on Instagram (jfkms06479) to see what is happening at JFK!
PTO News:The fall fundraiser has begun. See the attached flyer for more information. The Group ID Code is 1035246. All orders are due by September 30th.
From the PTO:
PTO Membership Drive:
A flyer was sent out to families to join our PTO! You can send in a check/cash directly to school or sign up electronically using a QR code! The homeroom with the most members joining the PTO will win a breakfast treat in homeroom!
Fall Fundraiser!
The PTO is kicking off our school year with an ONLINE fundraiser. We have partnered with Meadow Farms Fundraising to offer over 700 gift items that include premium gift wrap, delicious Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, and from the founders of Yankee Candle - Kringle Candles! There is something for everyone! We hope you enjoy shopping at our online store while supporting our school! Sale dates: Sept 8th through Sept 30th. Register at
www.meadowfarms.com with Group ID: 1035246
Volunteers Needed for 24-25 School Year
We are still in need of a TREASURER for our JFK PTO Board for the school year. If interested in volunteering please reach out to JFK PTO - southingtonjfkpto@gmail.com
Who Needs to Purchase Gift Cards?
All school year long, when you purchase gift cards from RaiseRight, a percentage back goes to our PTO!
How it works:
• Buy gift cards at full value from 750+ brands. Pick from eGift cards and physical gift cards.
• Earn up to 20% on every gift card you buy.
• Use gift cards at full value for your everyday purchases.
• Watch your fundraising account grow throughout the year, thanks to the brands that give back to support your community! Get started today!
Create a free fundraising account on the RaiseRight mobile app or at RaiseRight.com
Have questions or need our organization’s enrollment code? Contact: Jessica Mitchell at southingtonjfkpto@gmail.com - Enrollment code: Q33LHZN8RZLK
The Box Tops program is digital!
No more clipping! The new Box Tops mobile app uses state of the art technology to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase, find participating products and instantly add earnings to our school's earnings online. Participating brands have changed their packaging to a new Box Tops label.
It's as easy as 1,2, 3!
1- Download the mobile app
2- Scan your store receipt
3- Earn money for JFK!
Mobile app information can be found on https://www.boxtops4education.com/ along with participating products, Bonus Box Tops and Sweepstakes opportunities. Any questions, please email Jessica Mitchell at jspringermitchell1@gmail.com
Sneaker Drive
The PTO will be sponsoring a yearlong sneaker collection/drive. Please consider donating your gently used sneakers. A box is located in the main hallway so that sneakers can be dropped off at any time.
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