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Daily Announcements

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

E-DAY

 

Attention All Staff AND Students

  • JAD LIT MAG
    • The latest edition of the JAD Lit Mag is now available to borrow from the school library and the local library. This incredible compilation showcases the writing, art and photography of over thirty DePaolo students. A limited number of copies are available for purchase for $2 each. See Mrs T. in room 104 if you would like to buy a copy.
  • CRAFTERNOON
    • Will be held on Thursday, January 23rd during lunch waves. This month, we will be having a Bluey Bash, celebrating all things Bluey. Come to the library to watch a few episodes while you learn how to draw the characters, color your favorite scenes, and even play a round of Keepy Uppy! Biscuits will be served! Sign up now in person or use the link in the Announcements section of the JAD Library Canvas page.

  • TASTE OF CULTURE

    • ABC/STEPS will be sponsoring A TASTE OF CULTURE to celebrate the different cultures in our DePaolo community on Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 5:30-7:00 PM, .  To make it a great night we need your help!  We need families willing to share their cultures with DePaolo.  Consider hosting a booth where you can share information, items and food from your culture.  Or maybe you have a talent you would like to share.  All are welcome to help and attend.
    • If you are interested in sponsoring a booth or sharing your talent, please see Ms. Steinnagel in the school counseling office for more information

SKI CLUB

  • There will be 5 sessions at Mt. Southington in January and February.  If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Perkins by email at hperkins@southingtonschools.org

2024-2025 YEARBOOKS NOW ON SALE!

FOODSERVICE

  • This year (2024-2025) the State of Connecticut is providing all students who are qualified for free or reduced priced meals with one free breakfast and lunch per day. All students who are classified as paid students will be charged for breakfast and lunch.

  • 2024-2025 Meal Pricing
    • Middle School Breakfast: $2.50
    • Middle School Lunch: $3.75
  • Please visit the below SPS website for more information

https://www.southingtonschools.org/district-departments/food-services

JAD ACTIVITIES & CLUBS

  • HOMEWORK CLUB
    • 8th grade NJHS members will be available to help with homework on Monday 1/27. Snacks will be available! Please have your rides ready for 3:20pm. We hope to see you there!
  • STOCK MARKET CLUB
    • Stock Market club will meet Monday 1/27 in room 217. Please have rides ready for 3:30. 
  • INTERNATIONAL CLUB
    • Will meet Monday 1/27 in room 201. This month we will be discussing Chinese New Year. Please have rides ready for 3:30. Hope to see you there!
  • DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
    • Will meet Monday 2/3 in the library. Please bring your supplies and have rides ready for 3:30pm.
  • CHESS CLUB 
    • Will meet Monday 1/27 in room 216. Please see Mrs. Hardy in room 216 to sign up prior to attending the meeting. We will teach anyone who wants to learn and create a tournament round robin style play.
  • WRITING CLUB
    • Will meet Wednesday 1/22 in the Library. Please have rides ready for 3:30pm.
  • LEGO ROBOTICS
    • The Winter/Spring session of First Lego Robotics will begin this Thursday, 1/21 until 3:30 in room 231.
  • JAZZ BAND
    • Will meet Thursday 1/23 after school. Please have rides ready for 4:00pm.
  • NOTEWORTHY
    • Will rehearse after school on Thursday 1/23.  Please report to the Chorus room right at dismissal. Have rides ready at 4:00pm.
  • ART CLUB
    • Will meet Friday 1/124 in the Library. Please have rides ready for 3:30pm.
  • FRENCH CLUB
    • Will meet Friday 1/24 after school in Mrs. Michalak's room (107). Please have rides ready for 3:30 pickup.

Attention 8th Grade Students

You are encouraged to review Mrs. Roman's canvas page regularly for information pertaining to 8th grade programs and activities.

  • HIGH SCHOOL 101 AND COURSE FAIR
  • This event has been RESCHEDULED to February 6, 2025 in the SHS Auditorium at 5:30pm. 
    • 5:30PM - SHS Auditorium for HS101
    • 6:30PM - Cafeteria for Course Fair
      • Auditorium Presentation will include information on:
      • Sample schedules
      • NCAA
      • Leveling Systems
      • Graduation Requirements
      • Attendance Policy

JAD FALL SPORTS

  • UNIFIED BASKETBALL
    • Registration has closed. 
  • GIRLS BASKETBALL
    • Will be playing Plainville at home at 3:45PM on Thursday 1/23
  • BOYS BASKETBALL
    • Will be playing at Plainville at 3:45PM on Thursday 1/23

**Please make sure to register in Family ID for all sports and that a current physical is on file with the nurse**

http://www.familyid.com/

 

Lunch Menu

Macaroni and cheese &, WG dinner roll and cinnamon carrots 

Quote of the Day

“Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” Warren Buffet