
Jonathan Alder Junior High
April 26, 2024
Message from the Principal
JAJHS Families,
I hope you’ve had a great week.
Around the building, we are so proud of how hard our students worked on their ELA Ohio State Tests this week. Next week our students will take the Math OST on Tuesday and 8th graders will be taking their Science OST on Thursday.
Our Math Club students did a great job at the Madison County Math Bee held Thursday evening at Tolles. Congratulations to Ryan Nicol (7th) and Cora McCutcheon (8th) for bringing home FIRST PLACE awards for their grade-levels!
Please be sure to review the newsletter below for important information and dates!
Sincerely,
Mr. Malany
Principal
Important Upcoming Dates!
April 30th - State Testing for 7th & 8th Grade Math and Algebra
May 2nd - State Testing for 8th Grade Science
May 2nd - JAJHS Spring Choir Concert
May 8th - JAJHS Art Show
May 9th - JAJHS Spring Band Concert
May 11th - Spring Fling
May 14th-17th - 8th Grade D.C. Trip
May 23rd - Last Day of School!!
State Testing!
Ohio's State Tests
Each spring, Ohio students are administered the Ohio State Tests. To assist families with planning for any appointments or trips, here are the dates we anticipate testing:
7TH GRADE OST'S
April 30th: Math Parts 1 and 2
8TH GRADE OST'S
April 30th: Math and Algebra Parts 1 and 2
May 2nd: Science Parts 1 and 2
JAJHS Spring Choir Concert
Our JAJHS Spring Choir concert will be May 2nd at 6:30 PM at Jonathan Alder High School. Students need to be there by 5:30 PM in the HS Auditeria and will be performing music from their last quarter for the 23-24 school year!
JAJHS Art Show
Jr. High Art Show!
When: May 8th from 6-8pm
Where: Jr. High Library
Come out and enjoy artwork made by both first and second semester junior. high art students from the 2023-2024 school year. There is a lot of talent on display this year and we are looking forward to showcasing all of it! It will all take place from 6-8pm Wednesday, May 8th. The newly-renovated library will serve as a fun space to host the event! Students will be notified beforehand as to whether or not they have work in the show (not all students will have work on display). I can't wait to see you there!
JAJHS Spring Band Concert
When: Thursday, May 9th @ 7pm (Students report @ 6:15pm)
Where: JAHS Auditeria
***There will be an informational marching band meeting directly after the concert for 8th grade families.***
Save the Date - Spring Fling!
Our last student council social event of the year is on Saturday, May 11th from 6-8 PM! Join us for our Retro-Neon Spring Fling. Admission is $5 at the door. While a DJ will still be playing music and students are welcome to dance, we will also have outdoor activities, as weather permits. Bring extra money for pizza and Lil E's if you wish. If you are able to chaperone or donate supplies, please see the following sign up. We appreciate your support!
Bus Driver Appreciation Week
This week our student council took time to show our bus drivers how much they are appreciated.
Madison County Math Bee
Congratulations to all of our 7th and 8th grade math bee participants on a great performance! Ryan Nicol (7th) and Cora McCutcheon (8th) each took FIRST PLACE in their grade level!
Spring Panorama Survey
Please click HERE to view information about an online survey in which your student will be participating.
Vaping Awareness for Families
The Madison County Family and Children First Council recently held an informational meeting for families regarding the dangers of vaping and e-cigarettes. A recording of the meeting can be found here.
Message from the Treasurer
Moving forward, we are only able to accept checks from parents and/or students made out to the following:
- Jonathan Alder Local Schools
- JA
- Jonathan Alder
Technology Guides
Medications at School
Sometimes parents ask that school personnel administer medication to their child during the school day. When this is necessary, we require written permission and instructions from the parent and in some instances from the doctor. The required form must be completed and turned in to the junior high office with the medication to be administered.
Come Work With Us!
Jonathan Alder Updated Academic Calendar
JAJHS JAN. - MAY. LUNCH MENU (**subject to change**)
About Us
Email: cazareje@japioneers.org
Website: http://www.alder.k12.oh.us/
Location: Jonathan Alder Junior High School, Killbury-Huber Road, Plain City, OH, USA
Phone: 614-873-4635
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathanalderjrhigh/?ref=bookmarks
Twitter: @AlderJHS