DON JUAN AVILA MIDDLE SCHOOL
Principal: Chris Carter
April 2010
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BRONCO PRIDE
Bronco Pride Applications are due Friday, April 30, to Mrs. Balogh, Room 703.
6th/7th GRADE ELECTIVE REGISTRATION FOR NEXT YEAR
6th graders will be attending a presentation on Monday, May 3, and 7th graders on Tuesday, May 4, explaining the elective class options they have for next year. Your child will then bring home the form to review with you. Please notice that several classes require that students audition, meet with the teacher in advance or fill out an application and this will be clearly marked on the form with an asterisk*.
Your child can pick up informational flyers or applications from Ms. Norris in the library. You can also find information posted on ed-line by clicking on Curriculum and Planning Guide in the Contents box. It is the student’s responsibility to fill out any required application and return it according to the directions on their form.
We request that students mark their first 3 choices. We will do our very best to give them their highest preference that works with their academic classes. It is also important that students clearly print their names and have you sign the form as well.
Zero period PE requests:
We currently anticipate offering zero period PE for both 7th and 8th grade. If your child signs up for this class they will be allowed to select two electives. Students will be expected to have no more than 3 absences or tardies per semester and not have any D’s or they may be dropped from the class. Each student’s request is individually reviewed for attendance, discipline and grades.
ONLINE CCP AND HEALTH CLASSES
The deadline for applications for Adult Education’s Summer Online CCP and Health classes has been extended to Wednesday, May 5.
RECYCLE WEDNESDAYS
Our next recycle Wednesday is May 5.
ASB FIESTA DANCE ON MAY 7
DJAMS ASB is planning a Fiesta themed dance for Friday, May 7, for all grades! 6th graders will enjoy the dance during 6th period and 7th/8th graders will attend from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Permission slips due by Thursday, May 6.
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE GIRLS
Attention all 8th grade girls, are you interested in being a part of an exciting group at Aliso Niguel High School? Well now you can! The Aliso Niguel Color Guard will be hosting a showcase info night this Thursday, April 29, at 7 p.m. in the Aliso Niguel High School Gym. Come and see our two color guards perform their show and hear info in regard to clinics and try-outs. Hope to see you then!
FUNDRAISER AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD CUP — MAY 15
On Saturday, May 15, The Neighborhood Cup at 1 Journey in Aliso Viejo is hosting a fundraiser for DJAMS! 20% of ALL sales will go to our school! Just remember to mention DJAMS when you visit! Our own Mr. Backal will be performing with his band “Six30Jam” from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Come on out and enjoy some fun while DJAMS benefits.
STAR TESTING ON MAY 17, 18, AND 19 – MINIMUM DAYS
Star Testing is just around the corner – Monday, May 17, through Wednesday May 19. Students will be on a special schedule these three days with early dismissal at 1:00 p.m. Please be sure to make arrangements for your children regarding the early dismissal. The cafeteria will be open before school and at our 20 minute break. As always, a good night’s rest and healthy breakfast will assist your child in doing his/her best. THERE WILL BE NO ZERO PERIOD OR HOMEWORK CLUB ON STAR TESTING DAYS.
OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 – MINIMUM DAY
Please mark your calendars for DJAMS’ upcoming Open House on Wednesday, May 26, at 6:30 p.m. Students will be on a minimum day schedule with an early dismissal of 12:47 p.m.
NEW SPANISH CLASS OFFERED IN FALL
We are pleased to announce the addition of a new Spanish class for next year, Spanish 1A for 7th graders, which is the first year in a two-year program. This class will be offered in addition to the Spanish 1 class that is offered for 8th graders. Both Spanish 1A and 1 require a “B” average in English. If you have any questions about this opportunity please have your student stop by room 807 or you can e-mail Señorita Ferguson directly at abferguson@capousd.org.
Spanish 1A
Grade 7—One Year
This class provides students the opportunity to study Spanish grammar, pronunciation, simple conversation and practical expression. Spanish 1A is paced to allow for building a strong foundation for future foreign language learning. This course is the first year in a two-year sequence. Students enrolling in Spanish 1A are making a commitment to continue in Spanish 1B in their eighth grade year. Students must earn at least a “B” each quarter to continue on to Spanish 1B.
Spanish I
Grade 8—One Year
The main emphasis of the language is placed on the mastery of the sound system, simple conversation and practical expression, basic grammatical concepts necessary in speaking, and an introduction to the short, simple reading selections. This is a high school level course and requires the same achievement level as required in high school.
Students who receive a yearly cumulative grade of “A” or “B” will be recommended to advance to the second year of language in high school. These students will also receive course credit toward meeting the foreign language requirement for college admission. Students will not receive credit toward meeting the required units for high school graduation.
ALISO NIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS OFFERED
Capistrano Community Ed is offering many interesting camps this summer at ANHS for incoming freshmen, such as Football Camp, Girls Basketball Camp, Pirates of Fitness. For these and other courses over the summertime, please log on to http://community-ed-capousd-ca.schoolloop.com/ to view the Summer 2010 Brochure of Classes and register.
YMCA NEWS
Summer Kick off:
YMCA Child Care is celebrating our summer programming by kicking it off with a free event. This Saturday, May 1st at the YMCA on Crown Valley, there will be games, prizes, dancing and a large truck with big screens for the Wii! It will be a great time for the whole family, whether you are a member of the YMCA or not!!!
Camp Oakes – July 17th – July 24th, 2010
Camp Oakes is a YMCA resident camp that is located in the San Bernardino Mountains near Big Bear Lake. At Camp Oakes children will take part in a week full of life-altering experiences as they overcome challenges, make lifelong friends, and experience a variety of fun and exciting activities that include: canoeing, archery, high and low ropes courses, rock wall, horseback riding, stargazing in the observatory, crafts, swimming or relaxing by the pool, team building, hiking, singing, laughing, the list goes on!!! Camp Oakes is open to ages 8-17! Financial Aid IS Available.
Apply online now at YMCAOC.ORG or contact~ Staci Chambers at schambers@ymcaoc.org or Dorain Cassell at Dcassell@ymcaoc.org
Summer Program
The YMCA offers an incredible teen summer program that is based out of Don Juan Avila Middle School. We offer all the same great activities and resources that we do during the school year but all day long. We also have two field trips per week, great themes and activities and for the first time ever we have a three day summer plan! This summer’s theme is “Game On” and that’s exactly what we intend to do!
Service learning:
In April, our teens set out to create a series of bracelets for women and children in shelters. I am so proud of our dedicated teens and all of the work they have put into our service learning projects this year. Our TAB (teen advisory board) chooses and designs many of our service learning projects! We have an amazing group of giving kids!! Elizabeth Matt, Assistant Director, Don Juan Avila Middle School YMCA, 949-360-9517, ematt@ymcaoc.org
DATES TO REMEMBER
April 30 Feeder Schools to Visit DJAMS campus
April 30 Bronco Pride Applications Due
May 7 ASB Fiesta Dance – 6th Graders from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 7th/8th Graders from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
May 10, 24 ANHS Q & A Session for Incoming 9th Graders at ANHS, 4 p.m.
May 12 Teacher/Staff Appreciation Day
May 12 GATE Parent Meeting, CUSD Board Room, 7-8:30 p.m.
May 13 Spring Concert (All Choirs) – 6:30 p.m. DJAMS MPR
May 15 The Neighborhood Cup Fundraiser
May 17, 18, 19 STAR Testing Dates – Minimum Day Schedule, l:00 p.m. Dismissal
May 26 Open House, Minimum Day Schedule, 12:47 p.m. Dismissal
May 28 Non-Student/Teacher Furlough Day
May 31 Memorial Day Holiday
June 1 Non-Student/Teacher Furlough Day
June 2 All Choirs perform at Knott’s Berry Farm
June 3 DJAMS Olympic Track Meet
June 10 DJAMS Dual Meet Versus AVMS
June 10 8th Grade Dance
June 11 Non-Student/Teacher Furlough Day
June 14 ANHS Q & A Session for Incoming 9th Graders at ANHS, 4 p.m.
June 16 8th Grade Awards – Invite Only
June 22 8th Grade Wild Rivers Trip
June 23 Last Day of School
