James Monroe Announcements

Archive for April, 2009

CELLULAR PHONE POLICY

James Monroe High School Students may be in possession of cellular telephones on campus under the following conditions:

  Cell phones will be turned off and kept out of sight during regular school hours and during detention.

 Cell phones may be used at the conclusion of the regular academic school day.  The school is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged cell phones, or any financial obligation resulting from cellular telephones.

Violations will result in the following: The first offense – Strike 1 – will result in a discipline referral being processed documenting the infraction and confiscation of the cell phone.  The phone may be returned to the student at the conclusion of that school day. The second offense – Strike 2 – will result in a discipline referral being processed and confiscation of the phone.  Retrieval by appointment by a parent or guardian only.  The third offense – Strike 3 – will result in a discipline referral being processed and confiscation of the phone.  Retrieval by appointment at the conclusion of the academic semester the incident occurred in by a parent or guardian only.  Any further violations will result in a discipline referral being processed and confiscation of the phone for the remainder of the academic school year.  Retrieval by appointment by a parent or guardian only at the conclusion of the school year.  Violation of the cell phone policy may result in additional disciplinary action.

Sports and Health Physical Fair is open to all students. Vendors will be on hand with displays to encourage a healthy life style in addition to the $15 sports physical. This event will be held on Sat. May 9th from 8:00 am -4:00 pm at Riverbend HS. For more information contact Theresa Ross @ 540-455-8682

Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on April 21st from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. If you would like to schedule a conference, please call 372-1100.

Students taking AP exams must have their balance for the AP Exams in by April 23rd to Mrs. Miller. Students who have not paid for their exams in full will not be permitted to take the test. If you have questions please see Mrs. Miller in the counseling center.

The Junior-Senior Prom is on May 2nd. Prom tickets went on sale today, April 8th. Single tickets are $15.00 and Couples tickets are $25.00. Students must not be on any debt lists or they will not be able to purchase a ticket.

All seniors are invited to sign the 2009 class sign during lunchwaves, during 1st period or after school in the art room. Signing will be done today, Thursday and Friday. See Mr. Lovegrove if you have questions.

After prom tickets are on sale now during all lunchwaves. Cost is $5.00 per person. Parental chaperones are desperately needed for the After Prom event starts at 1:00 a.m.  to 5 a.m. at Liberty Lanes. Please contact Kim Martinez at Walker Grant if you can volunteer to chaperone. Any donation of your time would be greatly appreciated.

After Prom Tickets are on sale during all lunchwaves. Cost is $5.o0 per person. After Prom is being held at Liberty Lanes! Come out and have a night of fun! Parent volunteers are still needed please contact Kim Martinez at Walker Grant if you would like to volunteer to chaperone.

Spotlight, Volume 67, Issue 7

The After Prom Committee would like your help in raising funds by attending Spirit Night at the following events:

April 29 at Chick-Fil-A in Central Park from 5:00pm – 8:00 pm. Eat in only – drive thru does not count.

Volume 67, Issue 6

Students are reminded that no outside food or drink is allowed to be brought into JM at anytime. This includes McDonald’s, Starbucks, Wawa, etc. Students who violate this school policy are subject to disciplinary actions.

Graduation announcements and paper supplies that seniors ordered will be handed out during all lunchwaves on March 31st and April 6th. All balance are due at pick up. No personal checks will be accepted. Cap & gowns will be delivered in May. If you have questions regarding your balances please see Mrs. Thacher in the main office on Monday, March 31st .

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to providing quality education for all students. This commitment includes keeping parents and the public informed through the Virginia School Report Card of the progress of our schools in raising student achievement and enhancing the learning environment.