DON JUAN AVILA MIDDLE SCHOOL
DJAMS NEWS
Principal: Chris Carter
January 22, 2009
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7TH/8TH GRADE DANCE
ASB students will be hosting Friday’s Techno Glow Dance from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the MPR. Students must have turned in a signed permission slip in order to attend.
DJAMS FAMILY PICTURES
Yearbook will be taking pictures of families at DJAMS on Friday, January 23, at 8:20 a.m. by the 800 building. This is for anyone who has a family member who goes to school with them at DJAMS. This is the only time we will be taking these pictures. There will be no make-ups.
YEARBOOK SALES – LAST GUARANTEED CHANCE!
Yearbooks will be sold on Tuesday and Wednesday, February 3 and 4, before school and at lunch times in the quad. If you are not sure that you purchased a yearbook, please check the list in the front office. Yearbooks are $40, checks made out to DJAMS. This is your last chance to be guaranteed a yearbook! If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Olson at seolson@capousd.org.
DJAMS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC TO PERFORM AT DISNEYLAND
On Wednesday, February 4, at 1:30 p.m., the DJAMS 7th/8th grade Band will be performing for the Community Arts Showcase at Disneyland. On Tuesday, February 10, the DJAMS 7th/8th grade Orchestra will perform at 2:00 p.m. Both performances will take place at the Carnation Plaza Stage at the end of Main St. The public is invited; however, you must purchase the Disneyland passport for the day.
BRONCO PRIDE
Over forty students have shown interest in DJAMS new community service program, Bronco Pride. The awards will recognize both academic accomplishments as well as school and community service efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for your sons and daughters achievements to be recognized. We would hope that all parents encourage their children to get involved in the “Bronco Pride” awards. Students are getting involved at school by adopting a planter, helping in the library, assisting teachers, and tutoring. If you have any questions or comments about the awards, please contact our Assistant Principal, Mrs. Burdette or Mrs. Balogh.
2009 DJAMS TALENT SHOW IS COMING SOON!
Talent Show try-outs will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, February 3rd and 4th after school. You’ll want to see all of DJAMS’ amazing talent so mark your calendars for the show on Thursday, February 26. Time to be announced.
COLLEGE PREP NIGHT – ALISO VIEJO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Meeting College Entrance Requirements – What Middle School Parents Need to Know – Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Aliso Viejo Middle School.
The PTSA’s at both DJAMS and AVMS are working in partnership with school administration to bring you important information at College Prep Night. Please mark your calendars and plan on attending this educational event.
NEWSPAPERS NEEDED
Save your newspapers!!! Oak Grove Elementary will be having newspaper drive the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in February, March, and April. (Feb. 4 & 18, Mar 4 & 18, Apr.1 & 15) Newspapers can be dropped off any time between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. in the designated areas at Oak Grove in front of the school. Once they fill the newspaper bin, the program will be completed. So please help them fill it up quickly! Please tie up newspapers in bundles with any type of string or tape or place in a brown paper bag so that it is easy to transport. Please no magazines or junk mail.
CUSD OPEN ENROLLMENT 2009/2010
The 2009/10 Open Enrollment timeline has been established and is as follows:
· February 9, 2009 – Open Enrollment Applications and Brochures available
· February 11, 2009, 6:00 pm., Board Room – Open Enrollment Parent Information Meeting
· February 11-12, 2009 – School Visitation Days for schools in the Limited Space and One-to-One Categories only
· February 17-20, 2009 Open Enrollment Application Submission Period
· April 3, 2009 – Parent Notification begins
INCOMING 6TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT AT DJAMS
Parents of incoming 6th grade students are invited to attend DJAMS annual Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the MPR. AAA/GATE Parent Meeting will be held from 6:00-6:30 p.m. before the main presentation.
REQUESTS FOR EARLY OUTS
To avoid having to wait in the office when picking your child up early for an appointment, please send a note with your child in the morning to the Attendance Window. We will issue a Special Excuse for your child and have him report to the office prior to your appointment. This way you can be assured your child will be on time when you come to pick him or her up.
MESSAGE BOARD/ITEMS FROM HOME
Please discuss with your child that when an item is forgotten at home to always check the Message Board at the Attendance Window to see if you were able to drop this item off. Students should automatically check the Attendance Office for any items they are missing from home. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
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ONGOING WEIGHT TRAINING CLASS
It’s never too late for students to join Mr. Binley’s weight training session. Classes are held from 3:40 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, in our DJAMS Weight Room. This class is designed for all 7th and 8th graders interested in beginning weight training. To register for this class or other classes offered through Capistrano Community Education, please log on to www.capousd.org/adult or call 489-7202. Feel free to contact Mr. Binley if you have any questions regarding the class.
DATES TO REMEMBER
January 23 7th/8th Grade Techno Glow Dance, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., MPR
January 30 No School/Student Holiday/First Semester Wrap-up Activities
February 11 PTSA Domino Pizza Night Fundraiser
February 11 College Prep Night @ AVMS, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. (Focus on High School Requirements A-G)
February 13 Lincoln Day, Legal Holiday
February 16 Washington Day, Legal Holiday
February 16 SRLA Team Runs the L.A. Marathon
February 26 Talent Show
March 12 PTSA Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Library
March 13 Pi Day
April 6-10 Spring Recess – No School
April 22 Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night, 6:30 p.m., MPR
May 14 PTSA Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Library
May 20 Open House, 6:30 p.m.
May 25 Memorial Day, Legal Holiday
June 18 Last Day of School
