This week the Culture Club at MJS proudly ran a table at the Torey J. Sabatini (TJS) Elementary School "Cultural Celebration" Wednesday evening. Culture Club members created and managed an engaging table where TJS students and families explored a presentation board featuring photos of Culture Club activities, made their own flags, and enjoyed snacks from around the globe. Members enthusiastically talked with students and parents throughout the event, talking about what Culture Club is all about. MJS was well represented and everyone enjoyed the fun event!

On Thursday during 6th grade lunch, Mr. John Titteron, Quartermaster of the Watnong VFW Post 3401 came to present the winners of the Patriot's Pen Essay Contest. This is a contest that our 6th grade students participate in each year. The theme for this year's contest was "How Are You Showing Patriotism And Support For Our Country?." The winners are: 3rd Place: Leo Glielmi, 2nd Place: Presley Perez and 1st Place: Ava Fontes.

On Thursday evening, the District 4-12 Strings Department had their District Strings Concert. We heard selections from each level with a cumalinating finale that featured every single string student. It was a beautiful concert all around! Congratulations to our MJS students for a fantastic performance. A big thank you to our String Directors, Mrs. Quinlan: Elementary Director, Mrs. McCormick: MJS Director and Ms. Wlaslowski: MHS Director for all of their work and dedication they bring to our Strings Department!

Our 6th graders had an incredible Friday morning diving deep into the world of weather with Meteorologist John Marshall. It was the perfect bridge between the classroom and the real world. Students saw their recent science lessons come to life and even stepped behind the scenes to experience the magic of a professional green screen!

A huge shout-out to our science teachers, Ms. DeRosa and Ms. Angelli, whose hard work in the classroom truly prepared our students to shine. We also want to extend a sincere thank you to the Madison Education Foundation for sponsoring such an enriching and high-energy assembly. 

During the MEF Gala in October, a prize was raffled off to be Principal for the Day at MJS. On Friday, Charlie "CC" Russo officially served as our Principal for the Day. CC spent the day with Mr. Perrone and worked through a busy schedule. The schedule included: Morning Greeting, Check Ins and Announcements, Introducing the Weather Assembly, a facility inspection which included a tour of top secret areas such as the boiler room, checked in with the Assistant Principal, an Executive Lunch with a few of her consultants (friends), walking the building, classroom walkthroughs/observations and handing out a few Jr. Principal HW passes. At the end of the day CC finalized and presented her Official Proclamation for a Spirit day next Friday February 6th which will be a School Wide Pajama Day. 

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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 (damaged beyond repair) - $365.00

• Broken Screen - $90.00

• Broken Keyboard - $70.00

• 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.

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