On Thursday March 13th we had the opportunity to celebrate our February Student Leaders of the Month. At the end of each month our teachers choose two students from each team to represent their team as Leaders of the Month. A big congratulations to our Leaders of the Month and for all they bring to our MJS ONE Community on a daily basis. Thank you to these students for being great role models within our building.
You can view more information about our February Leaders of the Month by clicking this link or the Leaders of the Month link at the top of this website.
It's official. The love that 7th graders have for Pi Day is irrationally strong! This week, students had the chance to purchase raffle tickets and place them in the cup of the teacher they wanted to 'pi' in the face. Today was the day! Each teacher took a turn pulling a name from their cup and was 'pi'd by that lucky student in front of the whole grade! In addition to being tons of fun, the grade raised a total of $1,234 that will be donated to a local charity. All in all, we would call this Pi Day a smashing success!
Our Physical Education Department just finished their Pickleball Unit of Study. They ended with a Pickleball Tournament. Congratulations to all of the tournament winners!
The MJS Art Club is starting to work on the set design for the upcoming Spring Musical Annie Jr!
We are excited for our continued partnership with our Robin Advisory program to host parent/guardian workshop series. Robin is the program we are using for our Advisory program this year. Their mission is to help build more connected, supportive and compassionate school communities where each student, educator, parent/guardian is empowered to thrive.
We had our Third workshop on Wednesday. Thank you to all parents/guardians who attended. Below is a link to the recording of the workshop. The link can also be found on the Madison Junior School Website under Parent Resources.
Below is the schedule for our remaining workshops. The next workshop is on Tuesday April 29th at 7:00pm. The topic is Building Resilience and Self-Efficacy. The Zoom link will be shared the week of workshop.
Our lost and found table continues to gather many items. A big thank you to our office secretary, Ms. Kelly for taking the time to organize these items so we can get them back to their owners. Below are updated pictures of all the items we currently have in our lost and found. If you notice a item that belongs to your child please have them go to the office to check in with Ms. Kelly before picking up their item. Thank you for your assistance in getting these items back to their owners.
Spring TREP$ is beginning this week. If your child is interested in participating, please have them join the TREP$ Google Classroom by using code vylhess to fill out the registration form, and submit the registration fee. The first lesson will take place this Thursday, 3/20. Please reach out to Ms. Siso with any questions.
We are excited to welcome Gian Paul Gonzalez to MJS on Wednesday March 19th. Gian Paul is widely recognized for inspiring the New York Giants to their most recent Super Bowl victory with the phrase 'All In". He has been featured on ESPN as well as had notable appearances on Fox News and CNN. His inspirational talks have made him an internationally renowned speaker for NBA, NFL, English Premiere League, MLS & Fortune 500 organizations. Gian Paul Gonzalez was a former NCAA First Team All-American forward from Montclair State University scoring nearly 1,400 points in his 3 year career. He played in the NBA Summer League and was offered professional basketball contracts, yet he turned them down in order to continue his work with at-risk youth. He is the founder & executive director of Hope & Future, an organization dedicated to using athletics & physical fitness to share a message of hope and striving for excellence in inner-city public schools and juvenile jails. This assembly is being funded by MAASA, which we are very grateful for.
Come out and support the Winter Guard and enjoy Family Fun Day this Sunday March 16th.
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday March 25th at 7:00pm in the MJS Auditorium. In partnership with Project Community Pride of the Madison Area YMCA we are excited to host a district wide workshop titled "The Impact of Screens and Social Media: What All Parents Must Know ( And Do) ." See the flyer below for more details.
Please check out our Student Council Spiritwear Fundraiser!
Click Here to view the Daily Morning Announcements that are shared with students each morning over the PA.
As the weather gets warmer, we encourage you to review the MPS Dress Code with your children.
In Madison, we utilize a 1:1 Chromebook model where all students (grades 6-12) receive a district owned Chromebook to utilize during the school day and at home. While there is no cost for the use of the Chromebook, it is important that Chromebooks be maintained and handled in a responsible way. As we continue to move through the school year, we wanted to utilize this time as a reminder for our students and families about the importance of handling Chromebooks with care to prevent damage to the device. The district has expectations and protocols that are listed on the district website that we continue to follow at the building level.
We would like to highlight the specific section regarding lost and damaged chromebooks as a reminder to all parents and guardians:
In the event a Chromebook, case, or charger is lost or damaged beyond repair and deemed to be intentional, excessive, neglectful or student misuse, parents/guardians are responsible for paying the cost of replacement equipment.
Costs:
Chromebook - $365.00
Charger - $47.00
Case - $20.00
Other - Will be quoted by the Tech Department
Note: Final assessment of damage and fines are determined by the Technology Department.
Students are also responsible for the care of any loaners they use. Damage to loaners is subject to the same rules as permanently assigned Chromebooks.
In case of theft, parents/guardians are required to file a formal police report with the Madison Police Department.
Below are the direct links from the district website that pertains to Chromebook care and protocols followed for lost/damaged Chromebooks.
Device Rules and Regulations
Lost/Damaged Equipment
Terms and Conditions
Parent/Student Resources
Thank you for your assistance in helping to remind our students about maintaining and handling our Chromebooks in a responsible and safe way.
For All Families, please see this link to visit Madison Borough's website on firearm safety and Project Childsafe
Dear MJS Community,
Welcome back to the 2024/2025 school year! On behalf of the MJS PTO Committee, we are thrilled to embark on another amazing year at Madison Junior School with all of you. Your unwavering support last year made a tremendous impact on our school community, and we are excited to continue building on that success together.
1. PTO Dues
Thanks to your generosity and involvement, we were able to provide numerous "Stock the Staff Room" days, organize and fund engaging student socials/Color Run, support the teachings of Coach Jim Stroker, assist with teacher grants, and so much more. These efforts would not have been possible without your dedication and commitment to our school. The contributions you make through PTO Dues directly impact the quality of programs and resources we can provide to our students and staff, helping us create the best possible environment for learning and growth. Our direct link for dues is attached below, we greatly appreciate your contributions.
Suggested dues:
$50 for 6th & 7th
$75 for 8th
2. Volunteer Opportunities:
As we look ahead to this year, there are many opportunities for you to get involved. Volunteering is a wonderful way to contribute to our school community, and we have several events and initiatives where we could use your help. Please take a look at our google form below and grab a spot.
3. Fundraising Efforts:
This year, we have several exciting fundraising events planned to support our school’s needs. Your support and participation in these events directly benefit our students and enhance their educational experience. Keep your eyes out for our delicious Griggstown Pie Sale, MJS Spirit Wear, Book Fair, and other potential fundraising efforts, your participation is vital to our success.
We would love your feedback and or any questions which can be emailed to madisonjspto@gmail.com at any time. We look forward to greeting everyone in person at our first PTO meeting on October 9th, mark your calendars. We are confident that, with your continued support, this year will be another remarkable one for our students, staff, and community.
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!
MJS PTO
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March 19, All City Band and Orchestra Concert, 7:00pm
March 25, Lauren Muriello: Impact of Screens & Social Media Parent Presentation, 7:00pm - MJS Auditorium
March 28, End of Marking Period 3
March 31, School Closed, Staff Inservice
April 1, Start of Marking Period 4
April 4-6, MJS Musical: Annie Jr
April 7-9, Single Session Days
April 7-9, Parent/Teacher Conferences
April 14-18, School Closed, Spring Recess