
PJHS Monthly Newsletter
April 2024
Students of the Month - March
6th Grade
7th Grade
Zya Cushing and Morgan Reynolds
8th Grade
Ryker Spracklen and ALexis Knapp
Solar Eclipse Viewing
On Monday April 4th, a total solar eclipse will be visible in our area. This is a fascinating natural phenomenon, but it's crucial to take safety precautions when viewing it. Our students will have the opportunity to safely view the solar eclipse in the afternoon as we have purchased certified eclipse glasses that meet safety standards and filter out harmful solar radiation. If you do not want your child to participate, please let the school know by noon on Monday.
IAR - ISA Testing
As we gear up for the upcoming state testing at school, I wanted to share testing dates and some tips on how you can support your child's preparation at home.
Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR)
Tuesday and Wednesday (April 9th & 10th)
- Math and ELA Assessments (morning - afternoon)
- Math Assessment (morning)
Week of April 15th in science class
Tips at Home
- Make sure your child gets plenty of rest the night before the test.
- On the morning of the test, your child needs to get up in plenty of time so they won't feel rushed.
- Have your child eat breakfast either at home or here at school. Research shows that children do better on tests if they have had a good breakfast.
- Remind your student to charge their Chromebook the night before.
Your involvement and support play a crucial role in your child's academic success. Thank you for partnering with us in preparing your child for the state testing. Together, we can help them achieve their best performance.
Capturing Kids Hearts
Why focus on Perseverance?
- Perseverance encourages positive self-talk and thinking. When faced with difficult tasks, perseverance helps students reframe with positive thoughts, such as: "I'm not good at this YET!"
- Perseverance develops empathy. Students gain a better understanding of who they are and develop more empathy and compassion for others who may struggle to reach a goal.
- Perseverance sparks personal growth. Pushing through complex tasks builds resilience and helps students discover how capable they are.
Perseverance in Action:
- Share stories and challenging experiences. Be vulnerable and share personal experiences when you have struggled with a task or concept and had to work hard to push through.
- Praise effort and process, not intelligence or performance. Affirm students for the process they used to tackle tasks and point out how their abilities grow through their own hard work.
- Give your students the chance to struggle. Struggle builds self-confidence, independence, and perseverance. Resist the urge to intervene immediately and give students time to figure it out.
Upcoming Events
Track Meet
Thursday, Apr 4, 2024, 01:30 PM
Hillsboro Junior High School, Rountree Street, Hillsboro, IL, USA
Track Meet
Monday, Apr 8, 2024, 04:00 PM
Pana Junior High School, West 8th Street, Pana, IL, USA
Track Meet
Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024, 04:00 PM
Greenville Junior High School, Junior High Drive, Greenville, IL, USA
Track Meet
Thursday, Apr 11, 2024, 04:00 PM
Pana Junior High School, West 8th Street, Pana, IL, USA
Track Meet
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024, 09:00 AM
Carlinville Middle School, Illinois Avenue, Carlinville, IL, USA
Track Meet
Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024, 04:00 PM
Vandalia Junior High School, West Fletcher Street, Vandalia, IL, USA
Track Meet
Wednesday, Apr 17, 2024, 04:30 PM
Warrensburg-Latham Middle School, North St, Warrensburg, IL, USA
Track Meet
Thursday, Apr 18, 2024, 04:00 PM
Shelbyville High School, West North 6th Street, Shelbyville, IL, USA
6th Grade Field Trip
Friday, Apr 26, 2024, 08:15 AM
Springfield, IL, USA
Progress Reports
Progress reports will be handed out in homeroom.
Friday, Apr 19, 2024, 03:30 PM
Track Meet
Monday, Apr 22, 2024, 04:00 PM
Pana High School, West 8th Street, Pana, IL, USA
Student Council Field Trip
Tuesday, Apr 23, 2024, 08:30 AM
St. Louis, MO, USA
8th Grade Career Day
Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024, 08:00 AM
1/2 Day - SIP
Students will be dismissed at 12:18 pm. Scheduled P/T Conferences will begin at 1 pm. Please call the office if you would like to request a conference.