Dust Devil Weekly

I hope everyone had a wonderful and restful Spring Break. Sure we had some of the biggest storms of the year, but overall it has been a welcome two weeks of rest, friends, and family.

As we return to school for the final stretch of the year, we will begin to intensify our focus on preparing for the CAASPP assessments. These assessments are no more important now than they were back in September but now is the time where students have the chance to make their final preparations for doing their best.

Please enjoy this edition of the Dust Devil Weekly.

As we continue to focus on attendance at JMMS and districtwide, here are our percentages from the past week:

Monday 3/18: 88.66%

Tuesday 3/19: 90.74%

Wednesday 3/20: 92.59%

Thursday 3/21: 96.30%

Friday 3/22: 93.98%

- Families and students enjoying Lunch on the Lawn before heading out for Spring Break!

Unlock your financial superpower with us! Join the students of Alpine Union as we dive into the art of being financially literate. From setting goals to wise spending and budgeting, learn the essential skills for a secure future. #FinancialLiteracy #SmartMoney #FutureReady

It goes by a few names in education circles. Some call it March Madness. Others call it “senioritis (although it impacts more than seniors).” Spring Fever is the annual phenomenon where students begin to lose their motivation for academic work, and that lack of motivation translates to an increase in poor decisions and lowered grades. We want to ensure that as we return from Spring Break we all maintain our focus. Spring testing is on the horizon, and it is important that we all put our best foot forward, and get ready to Attack the SBAC! There is no doubt that the next weeks at JMMS are going to be as intense as any weeks so far this year. We should feel rested and ready. Let’s all avoid Spring Fever together!

To send in your child's baby photo for the Yearbook please use the link below:

https://forms.gle/mxfDogkNgmZJbvDk6

Did you know that Alpine Union School District has a valuable online resource available to all students — the Sora digital library? Sora provides access to a diverse collection of books, including audiobooks, and can be accessed at any time. Here's how your child can make the most of this resource:

1. Accessing Sora:

• Log into their Google account

• Navigate to Clever (lower left side of Chromebook)

• Click on the Sora app

• Once in Sora, log in using your Google credentials. This is a one-time requirement, and subsequent logins will be automatic.

Note: If you're unsure about your student’s Google login information, please reach out to your child’s teacher.

2. Exploring the San Diego County Public Library:

In addition to our library, students can also access books from the San Diego County Public Library through Sora:

• After logging into Sora, click on the down arrow next to Alpine Union School District (under EXPLORE) on the top left-hand side

• Search for San Diego County Library and click on San Diego County Library Digital Media

• Choose your desired book

• Click "borrow"

• Select Alpine Union School District

• Click on the blue bar

• Click on your student's email address again

• Click on borrow again

• Access the book by clicking on “shelf” at the bottom of the screen

We highly encourage students to make the most of this resource.

JMMS is excited to offer Spirit wear for our Dust Devils! You can find offers and options here:

https://macqueenmiddlespiritwear.com/

If you want to wish your Dust Devil a Happy Birthday either on the marquee or in our morning announcements (or both!) you can fill out this form and turn it in to Miss Lindsay in the front office. Please give us 48 hours notice before the day you would like the message to appear. You can get the form from the front office as well, or print one out from this newsletter.

The JMMS Yearbook is available for purchase online for a pre-order price online. Soft cover books will be $35 and hard cover books will be $45. You can purchase books online at http://www.yearbookordercenter.com. You will use the code 8280 to access the JMMS page to place your order. This price is only good while yearbooks are sold online so be sure to order to guarantee that your child has a yearbook in June!

The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) is a vital educational tool designed to engage parents and guardians in shaping the priorities, goals, and resource allocation within Alpine Union School District. Developed annually, the LCAP reflects the District's commitment to student success and equity. By fostering collaboration between educators, administrators, and families, the LCAP aims to enhance educational outcomes, promote transparency, and ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education that prepares them for future success. AUSD has developed three LCAP goals as described below:

Goal #1: Effective Instruction and Curriculum - Provide equitable access to high-quality classroom curriculum and instruction in an inclusive environment that promotes student success.

Goal #2: Safe and Respectful Environments - Ensure all school sites are safe and have healthy and welcoming climates for staff, students, and their families so that all students feel connected and are motivated to attend and ready to learn.

Goal #3: Equitable and Culturally Responsible Systems - Ensure systems and processes eliminate barriers to student success and are equitable and culturally responsive to the needs of our students and their families

Monday 4/8 - Return from Spring Break

Wednesday 4/10 - Padres' Day

Wednesday 4/17 - Late Start Morning

Friday 4/19 - Coffee with the Principal

Friday 4/19 - Nike Day

Friday 4/26 - Lunch on the Lawn