Student Weekly
Student Weekly
Oct. 23 to 27
Monday "A-Day"
Tuesday "B-Day"
Wednesday "A-Day"
Thursday "B-Day" - STUCO’s Spooky Movie Night
Friday "A -Day"
Hey Dragons
Report cards go home on Monday. When you get that report, it's an excellent time to sit down and look at where you are in your journey towards excellence. What are you proud of? What can you do better? We are all striving, every day, to be a better version of ourselves. Set some goals and talk to your teachers and advisor about what you want to achieve. You can do it!
Many classes are in the middle of group projects and assignments. Collaboration is key to making these types of tasks a success. Everyone has a role to play in small groups and in our community. Make sure that you are looking to bring your best, to produce your best work.
Formal Uniform: Great job! Last Monday was one of our most successful uniform days! Grade 8s, you are expected to wear your formal uniforms on Monday for your presentations. The G8 teachers have made this an EXPECTATION!
Deli Update: The deli will remain closed for the month of October. When the deli reopens, we have worked with J&J to make sure that as a school we are making this space safe. Students also have a major role in keeping this space safe!
Cutting Through the Distractions: There are lots of events and activities in the next two weeks. Make sure that you stay focused on your schoolwork. It is easy to get wrapped up in all that is happening. Stay focused and keep your academics at the center.
Chocopie Friday: Last week we didn't deliver the prize for the School and Dorm Life guide Quiz. With so many students out for KISAC on Friday, we will do a double delivery this Friday. Make sure you complete Quiz 10 below
Costume Contest: On Tuesday, October 31st, we will be having a costume contest. It is ok for students to be out of uniform on this day if they choose to dress up for this celebration. Please review this slideshow for costume guidelines and information about upcoming events.
This is a very exciting time of the school year, with a lot happening in your classes and events here at school. Be sure to remain focused on your classwork, complete your assignments, and ask for help when you need it. A few other important reminders:
You need to walk safely in the KISJ hallways
You should go to your lockers AFTER advisory.
This week we will continue to work on preparing for the Fall Festival, as well as continue working on our SLC script. Please continue to show compassion to one another-in and out of the classroom, and remember to assume positive intentions.
Wear your formal uniforms on Monday for your presentations! You have a busy few weeks ahead with some summative assignments coming up and Family Week happening. Make sure that you are getting things.
The competition we had planned for this Friday has been postponed. Instead, on Friday, during Advisory, we will be having a whole school assembly.
Here is the slideshow with name lists, game rules, and the standings. (If your name is missing please contact Mr. Boland right away and let him know.)
Here are this year’s Grade Level Lists. GRADE 6 GRADE 7 GRADE 8 FACULTY
Q1 clubs began on Tuesday, August 15. All students should attend each club session from 330 to 400pm each and every Tuesday and Thursday.
STUCO
Last chance to sign up for the Spooky Movie Night! Complete this form by the end of the day on Monday. Our movie is Hotel Transylvania. The movie is on Thursday, October 26, from 6pm to 8pm in the MSPAC.
We are also working on organizing the booths for the Fall Festival - October promises to be a fun and scary month! 🎃🕷️
Want to speak to a Grade-level STUCO representative, or do you have some suggestions for us? Check out our Linktree! Shout out to Yujin for creating it!
Broadcast Club
Is your birthday coming up soon? We would love to do a birthday shoutout for you in our next broadcast!!! Please complete this form.
!!!VIRAL DRAGON!!!
Go VIRAL and have your video shown in our broadcasts. Submit a 30-second video where you show us your talent. Read the instructions on the form.
Congratulations to our MS Badminton and MS Soccer Dragons who participated in the most recent KISAC Tournaments for both sports this past weekend. We’re incredibly proud of the dedication and determination you’ve demonstrated for the entire first season of athletics this year!
A new season of athletics is just a few weeks away. Be on the lookout for information regarding Season 2 MS Athletics Registration that will be sent to you and your parents early next week.
Our Girls brought home some hardware in soccer!
KISJ Athletics Google Classroom
Join the KISJ Athletics Google Classroom to stay informed of the latest happenings and information for all KISJ Athletics teams. You can join by following this link.
LEGALLY BLONDE JR:
Cast and Crew! Please remember to check your schedules every Sunday afternoon so that you know exactly when to attend rehearsals. The schedule has changed a little bit recently.
Cast only! Please remember that you should have all your lines memorized by Monday, November 14 (the day after fall break). If you haven’t yet, start memorizing your lines now!
Cast only! Please tell your parents that costumes need to be sent to school by Monday, December 4, 2023. Please send Mr. Dingle a photo of your costume ideas beforehand, so that costumes can be approved. Thank you to the students who have sent photos of their costumes!
PLAYWRITING FESTIVAL: Playwrights! Your story summaries were checked and now you are free to begin writing your first drafts. Soon you will be notified of your mentor teacher who will help you through the draft writing process. But you can always contact Ms. Anderson or Mr. Dingle if you have any questions or need a little help. First drafts are due Monday, November 13.
In Visual Art Grade 6 students have created amazing ceramic art pieces, learning the techniques of hand building in clay. Well done to our super creative art students.
Fall Festival Concert: The annual Fall Festival Concert featuring performances by the Middle School Choirs, Middle School Orchestras, and Middle School Bands will be on Wednesday, November 1 from 9:30-10:30 in the ES/MS PAC.
Extra Saturday Band Rehearsals: Students in Intermediate Band and Wind Ensemble have an extra optional opportunity to practice at school on Saturday, October 28 in the ES/MS PAC. Students in these bands MUST sign up using the Google Form in their Google Classroom on the week they want to attend practice or they will not be allowed to enter campus. Students should come only during the specific time their band is scheduled to meet. After their bands’ rehearsal is finished, day students should leave campus immediately while dorm students should return to the dorms.
Dates: October 28
Rehearsal Time:
8:00-9:20 Intermediate Band Grade 6
9:30-10:50 Intermediate Band Grade 7 & 8
11:00-12:30 Wind Ensemble
Location: ES/MS PAC
Materials: Instrument, Music Folder, and a Pencil
Talk to Mr. Chapa if you have any questions!
The KISJ Libraries will be hosting a Fall Book Sale/Fair in conjunction with the GEC English Book Store that will run from October 30-November 3. Middle School students will visit with their English Classes on Oct 30 & 31. Students can also visit during Parent Teacher Conference Days with their parents. Hope to see you there. For more information, please contact the MS Library.
Each week for Semester 1, there will be a short Google Form asking questions about our school’s guiding document, The School and Dorm Life Guide. Students are expected to read and understand this document. If you complete the quiz, and get all the questions right, there might be a small reward for you! Here is Quiz # 10.
Make sure to check out the MS Office for items that have been misplaced. We often have an overload of hoodies and PE shirts. Please remember to label your belongings.
At the end of each month, we remove all items.
Wednesday After School: On Wednesdays, we have an early dismissal at 325. Students are expected to head off-campus or back to the dorms. Some students have to stay on campus beyond 330 for late pick-up or an after-school activity. This means we have certain expectations of where students must go from 330 onwards:
Late Pick-ups: Our library is open every day until 5pm. This is where students MUST go if they have to wait after school for the bus or a parent.
After-School Activity - ANY student needing to stay for an after-school activity (sports/drama) MUST go to the ES/MSPAC Attendance will be taken in the PAC. Any student not in the PAC will not be permitted to practice that day.
Dorm students: All dorm students must report back to the dorms. If these students have an ASA, they can return to the day campus at 4pm.
Deli: The deli is not an option for students until after 4pm.
Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) - According to the School Dorm and Life Guide, “Day students may bring PEDs to school but they are to remain out of sight throughout the school day. Staff may confiscate PEDs that are visible during the school day.” PEDs should be in your bags and out of sight while on campus. They should NOT be in your pocket or hand unless it is for an academic purpose. Taking your PEDs to the bathroom during classes or break time does not meet our school expectations.
Respect - Remember to make sure that the language you use is respectful. Think about the words you use, they reflect who you are. In classrooms, English is the language we use.
Library at Recess: Please complete the proper grade-level form should you want to go to the library instead of going out to the MS Field during recess time.
The form will be opened each day at 8:10 am and close each day at the end of class, right before lunch. The form will be located in the Reminders Section of the Student Weekly.
Bicycles, Scooters, and Skateboards: Students should not be riding these vehicles on campus. Students should walk these vehicles through the gate. All students should wear helmets as well.
Uniforms - Uniforms must be worn properly. Club shirts, Ambassador shirts, Team jerseys, hats, and Dorm clothing are NOT part of the casual uniform. ALL students should have their KISJ casual shirt on, even if they are wearing a KISJ hoodie. Respect our community by respecting our uniform.
FAQs
If you are wearing your formal uniform, long sleeve shirts should be tucked in and neckties are worn with the knot at the top of the shirt (not hanging loosely).
Plain white/black shirts purchased in the uniform shop are NOT uniform pieces. They are for wearing under uniform shirts if you choose.
Students are expected to ALWAYS be in uniform when on campus during the school day.
Shoes: The MS and HS have simplified the shoe policy schoolwide. For formal and casual uniform days, “Shoes must be all black and have closed toes and a back that covers the heel: running shoes (sneakers) are permitted.” This includes the logos, laces and soles on your shoes. If you have to ask, then you probably know the answer. It is awesome to see that most students have had the correct footwear for the first days of school. If you have other colors on your shoe, please make sure to get your new shoes ASAP. If you use Naver or Coupang you can find links to several shoes that meet our requirements. Many shoe stores such as ABC Mart also carry all black shoes in Nike, Reebok, Sketchers, etc.
Hoods and Hats: Hoods and Hats can be used outside for weather protection. Once you enter indoors (classroom, hallway, stairwell, cafeteria, lobby, etc.) all hats and hoods should be removed.
Responsible Use Policy (RUP) - It is important to review our Responsible Use Policy. During the school day, we should be using our Macbooks for academic purposes, only. Students should not be shopping, gaming, or visiting non-academic websites during the school day.
Locker Issues: Please please follow these steps if you have any problem with your locker. First, try to solve the problem yourself. Second, ask your advisor for support. Third, complete this form.
Playground Expectations: The MS has access to the playground area during lunch recess on Tuesdays and Fridays. Do not climb on the outside of slides, and make sure you do not hang upside-down on the monkey bars. The monkey bars are for swinging with hands only.
Stairwells - We need to be mindful of our behavior in the stairwells, especially during passing times and at lunchtime.
We do not want too many students trying to squeeze up the stairs. This leads to pushing, and that leads to accidents and injuries. It is also not practicing social distancing. Students really should be walking up and down the stairs, no more than two at a time, and keeping to the right.
The volume level should be low. There is always another grade or two that are in classes. As you move about the building you need to "turn off your outdoor voices.
Please continue to follow our uniform policy. Students are expected to be in the proper uniform at all times and to wear their uniforms properly. Non-uniform clothing should not be worn on campus during the school day.