DON JUAN AVILA MIDDLE SCHOOL
DJAMS NEWS
Principal: Chris Carter
October 9, 2008
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PARENT NIGHT FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN IN SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN CUSD
Parents of children in special education programs in Capistrano Unified School District are invited to a special meeting to be held at Capistrano Valley High School on Tuesday, October 21, from 6:30 – 8:00 P.M.
CUSD has been selected to participate in a Verification Review to be conducted by the California Department of Education (CDE), Special Education Division. As with other districts in California selected for this review, CDE will monitor compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). A special meeting to get input from parents will be held in the mall at Capistrano Valley on Tuesday, October 21 from 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. It will be conducted by CDE staff.
An invitation was mailed to all parents with children in special education programs in CUSD. This invitation should arrive home by October 10. Additionally, a survey about our special education programs was included in the mailer. Parents are encouraged to return this survey to CDE as part of the verification process.
This is a great opportunity to provide feedback about special education in CUSD and we hope to see you on October 21.
LAST WEEKEND TO WORK ON REFLECTIONS ENTRIES
Reflections art program entries are due to the front office on Monday, October 13. Entry forms and program guidelines are available on the PTSA website at djamsptsa.org. Direct your questions to the PTSA Reflections Chairperson, Chris Taylor, at cataylor04@cox.net.
JOIN US FOR DINNER AT RUBY’S ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
Ruby’s at the Laguna Hills Mall is hosting a fundraiser on October 22, between 5:00 and 9:00 pm. Visit the PTSA website at djamsptsa.org to print out the required flyer then join us for dinner! Donations benefit the DJAMS PTSA. Thanks for your support.
DJAMS PTSA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE CONTINUES!
Are you a member?
Go to www.djamsptsa.org to join now! Print the form, fill it out and send it in to main office.
Your $10 membership helps DJAMS PTSA FULLY FUND Edline and communications between school and home.
Your membership keeps you informed.
Your membership puts you in our powerful volunteer database.
Your membership helps DJAMS PTSA advocate for you and your student.
Thank you for supporting the group that supports our school, our teachers and your student!
P.E. DEPARTMENT NEWS
Student basketball tournament begins Monday, October 13 (sign-ups), and the tournament begins Tuesday, October 14. Students need to see Mr. Nahl at lunch to sign up.
RED RIBBON WEEK
We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week on Monday, October 20, through Friday, October 24. DJAMS will be providing several activities during the week to encourage and support a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. This would be an excellent opportunity to share your own family values with your child.
PARENTS OF 7TH AND 8TH GRADE CHOIR STUDENTS
7th and 8th grade choir students need to wear their performance outfits to school on Tuesday, October 21, for the Disneyland audition taping during their class period. All student must wear black dress-up slacks and shoes (closed toe). Girls wear short sleeved black tops, and boys, a black long-sleeved buttoned down dress shirt with a pale gray or silver (non-metallic) tie.
DJAMS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT
October 15 – 7th & 8th Grade Orchestra and Band will be performing their Disneyland Audition taping on Wednesday, October 15, here at DJAMS in the MPR. Students are required to be dressed in their concert attire for this performance. Parents are more than welcome to come and listen to the audition taping. Orchestra audition taping will be at approximately 10:10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Band audition taping will be at approximately 11:20 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. All students must be in concert attire. The concert attire guideline handout is available on Edline in the handout section.
October 24 – 7th/8th Band will be performing at Aliso Niguel High School with the ANHS Marching Band and the AVMS Band at the football game in the pre-game activities and in the stands. Students will rehearse with the high school group at 4:00 p.m. at ANHS, be provided dinner, and then perform. For more detailed information and the evening’s schedule, please view the flyer on Edline available in the handout section. 8th grade orchestra students who are interested in being involved in the marching band program at ANHS next year should see Ms. Price about participating in this event.
IS YOUR TEEN AT RISK? PRESENTATION
What every parent needs to know…
Attention Parents of Middle and High School Teens:
This FREE Safety Presentation is a must see! Want to learn more about:
*Teens and Technology Today:
Texting, Internet concerns, Social Networking (MySpace, Facebook & others), on line gaming, predators…learn how to keep your teen safe!
*Current Drug Trends in the Community & Substance Abuse
*Bullying and School Violence
*Teen Driving: Including Laws, Parental Liabilities, Street Racing and Distracted Driving.
Learn from experts working in our communities. Presenters include:
Orange County Sheriff’s Department’s School Resource Officer, Drug Recognition Expert, SMART Team Sergeant , Internet Safety/High Tech Crimes Unit & Traffic and Safety Bureau.
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief
Dr. David Sabet of JourneySafe (please see journeysafe.org)
And hear from parents in our community who lost their child to an accidental overdose. Please don’t miss this important presentation!
SEVERAL RESOURCE PROVIDERS WILL HAVE BOOTHS AND INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS FOR YOU TO VISIT BEFORE AND AFTER THE PRESENTATION. TALK WITH THE EXPERTS AND GET INFO!!
WHEN: Tuesday, October 21st, 5:30 – 8pm
DINNER WILL BE AVAILABLE **Resource area opens at 5pm
WHERE: Laguna Hills Community Center (Alicia Pkwy/Paseo de Valencia)
TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT; REPLY TO: OUTREACH08@COX.NET
CAPISTRANO ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASS OFFERED
Financing Your Child’s College Education
A class for parents who want to understand the details of College Financial Aid.
Class includes estimating a yearly college budget, accessing the six major sources of Financial Aid and completing the FAFSA form.
Offered through Capistrano Adult and Community Education.
$10 Registration Fee/Two Sessions
Taught by Walt Lawson, former Counselor at Laguna Beach High School, with over 25 years of experience in College Financial Aid.
Register online at www.capousd.org/adult or call (949) 493-0658 if you have any questions.
Class # Day Date Time Location
074947 W 11/5, 11/12 6-9 pm AEC Serra Library
074948 T 12/2, 12/9 6-9 pm AEC Serra Library
074949 Th 12/4, 12/11 6-9 pm AEC Serra Library
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FAMILY FITNESS NIGHT
DJAMS’ annual Family Fitness Night will be held on Thursday, October 16, 6-7:30, in the MPR. Come and see what is new in physical education. Bring the entire family! And remember to wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Hope to see you here.
WEIGHT TRAINING CLASS OFFERED
It’s not too late to join Mr. Binley’s weight training class. Classes will be held from 3:40 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, in our DJAMS Weight Room. The cost is $99. 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.
HOMEWORK CLUB OFFERED
Does your child need a quiet place to study and receive homework assistance? If so, please have your child attend DJAMS’ Homework Club. Students may attend on a drop-in basis 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. with the following teachers and locations: Mondays, Mr. Dwyer, Room 804; Tuesdays, Ms. Squires, Room 801; Wednesdays, Mrs. Berndt, Room 608; and Fridays, Mr. Howit, Room 909.
IMPORTANT AAA/GATE DATES
Tues., Oct. 14th National History Day Parent Meeting (Grades 6-12), Vista Del Mar MS 6:30-7:30 p.m. MPR
Wed., Oct. 15th Parent Adv. Meeting 3:30-5:00 p.m. CUSD Board Room
Thurs., Oct. 16th DI Info. Night, 7-8 p.m., Bergeson, MPR
Sat., Oct 25th OCC GATE Conference, UCI 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Oct. 20th – 30th nomination process for site’s OLSAT/NNAT testing
DATES TO REMEMBER
October 13 Reflections Entries Due
October 16 Family Fitness Night, 6-7:30 p.m., MPR
October 20-24 Red Ribbon Week
October 22 Ruby’s Restaurant Night (PTSA)
October 31 End of First Quarter/Professional Growth Day/Student Holiday
November 10, 11 Veterans Day Holiday – No School
November 13 PTSA Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Library
November 18 Cosmo’s Restaurant Night (PTSA)
November 24-28 Thanksgiving Recess – No School
December 22-Jan. 2 Winter Recess
