SJLES Updates 8/11/21

Greetings SJLES Families,

Today we bring you a few new Jaguar Summer Stories, updated lunch bunch information for next week, and important dates and reminders as we approach the return of our staff next Thursday. Please be sure to update your Family File if you have not done so yet, spread the word about registration, and stay tuned as we will continue to share important information with you all as the start of the school year approaches. Hope you all are staying safe and enjoying the summer heat!  

Sincerely,

Dan Notari

SJLES Principal

NEW NEWS 

Updated Lunch Bunch Info for Next Week 

Ms. Coleman and I will host our final lunch bunch of the summer next Wednesday, 8/18 at 11:30 for our K-5 students. Please note the time change and the fact that we will host all K-5 students at the same time. Here are the details for the lunch bunch…

Jaguar Summer Stories

Our world famous SJLES staff will be sharing weekly read-alouds each Wednesday throughout the summer break with our Jaguars! This week, Mrs. Byle and Mrs. Foster share a favorite story with our Jaguars. Next week will bring the end of our summer story season. Please visit our SJLES Website and click on Summer Engagement to access all our Jaguar Summer Stories. 

Jaguar Summer Stories: Kindergarten Edition 

Our kindergarteners get their very own special stories each week where they will be able to get to know their teachers, administrators, and support staff while listening to our Kindergarten Edition of Jaguar Summer Stories. Here is Ms. Fauver’s story from last week (link corrected) and another from Mrs. DeBoy…

Mark your calendars: K-5 Jaguar Playdate - 8/18 @ 6:00 

We couldn’t be more excited to reconnect with our returning students and welcome our newest Jaguars and families at our School-wide Jaguar Playdate next Wednesday, 8/18 from 6:00 - 7:00 on our SJLES playground. Should be lots of fun and hope to see you there!  

TIme to Update Your Family FIle - 29% Complete So Far!

Every year HCPSS parents must complete a Family File for each child. HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information. Please complete the Family File in order to receive the name of your child's teacher for the upcoming school year. Names will be available the week of August 23rd!

Parents/guardians must verify and/or update information for each child, and can do so by logging in to HCPSS Connect PARENT ACCOUNT and selecting the MORE OPTIONS tab on the left and then clicking on Family File.

Once logged in, you will be asked to update or provide the following information:

  •  Student Information

  •  Parent/Guardian Contact

  •  Emergency Contacts

  •  Medical Information

  •  Arrival/Dismissal Procedures

  •  Photo Approval Data Confidentiality

  •  PTA/PTSA Directory  

The following resources are available to assist you with Family File:

FAMILY FILE USER GUIDE (ENGLISH) - 

FAMILY FILE USER GUIDE (SPANISH) - 

FAMILY FILE USER GUIDE (KOREAN) - 

Now Is The Time To Register! 

Do you have an incoming SJLES kindergarten student, but haven’t registered for the 2021-2022 school year yet? Do you have new neighbors who need to register? Know of a family with school-aged children in the neighborhood who have not registered yet?  We encourage all our families to register today by visiting www.hcpss.org/enroll and following the steps below. Help us  spread the word! Each school’s staffing is based on student enrollment, so please register now.  As always, please call our front office at 410-313-2813 or email our outstandingly helpful registrar Mrs. Wolfrey at robin_wolfrey@hcpss.org with any questions. We look forward to welcoming your child and family to SJLES! If you have any questions or are in need of support please call our front office at 410-313-2813. 

Here are the steps to follow...

Step 1: Register Online Here: https://www.hcpss.org/enroll/ 

  • Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2021 to register for Kindergarten. 

  • Please make certain you are on the screen for 2021-2022 if registering for the next school year.

  • It is recommended that you work on a laptop or desktop to complete registration. Cell phone registration is not recommended. 

Step 2: Complete registration online by providing the documents listed below. The registration process is easier if you upload them during online registration. Otherwise, you will be asked to submit them via email as pdfs. Iphone users can scan documents through your notes app. Please note that Images must be clear.

The following documents are needed for registration:

  • Child’s evidence of birth and Parental Relationship (ie: birth certificate, baptismal certificate)

  • An authorized record of immunizations

  • Proof of residency in the form of a signed lease or deed including signature page

  • Current utility bill

  • Photo ID of enrolling parent/guardian

  • Proof of custody (if applicable) 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Access our SJLES Public Calendar at https://sjles.hcpss.org/calendar  

  • 8/18  - Final Jaguar Summer Stories 

  • 8/18 @ 11:30-12:00 - K-5 Virtual Lunch Bunch  

  • 8/18 @ 6:00-7:00 - K-5 School-wide Jaguar Playdate

  • 8/19 - School Staff Returns 

  • 8/27 @ 10:00-11:30 - Kindergarten Orientation, Open House, & Tour 

  • 8/27 @ 1:00-1:45 - New 1st - 5th Grade Student Orientation 

  • 8/27 @ 2:00-3:00 - 1st - 5th Grade Open House 

  • 8/30 - First Day of School for Students 

  • 9/1 @ 6:30 - PTA Meeting

  • 9/10 @ 6:00-8:00 - PTA Back to School Picnic

  • 9/13 @ 6:00-7:30  - Primary Back to School Night 

  • 9/14 @ 5:30-6:00 - GT Back To School Night   

  • 9/14 @ 6:00-7:30 - Intermediate Back To School Night 

REPEATED NEWS

SJLES 2021-2022 School Supply List  

Our K-5 Supply Lists are posted on our website. Please email Mr. Notari at dnotari@hcpss.org if you need assistance with school supplies.

Join Our SJLES Team!

  • Close Adult Support Position

    • This service is provided to some of our students receiving special education services 

    • Applicants will apply through an outside agency that staffs these positions at SJLES. 

    • If you are interested in learning more please contact our Assistant Principal Erin Coleman at erin_coleman@hcpss.org and visit this link to apply. 

    • Hours are typically 8:45-3:15.

    • We also frequently need substitutes for this role, so if you are looking for just occasional work please let us know! 

  • Substitute Teachers

    • Information about pay can be found HERE

    • Daily substitute jobs are available. 

    • We'd love to have talented, engaged, student-centered individuals join our preferred substitute list.

    • If interested, please visit HCPSS Applitrack, scroll to Substitute Teacher, and complete the online application materials. 

    • If you apply for this position please contact our Assistant Principal Erin Coleman at erin_coleman@hcpss.org. 

  • Girls on the Run Coaches  

    • Connection and teamwork build confident and resilient girls. You can make a difference this fall! As a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run, you will build confidence and inner strength in young girls who need you. 96% of coaches said they felt they formed positive relationships with the girls on their team. The inclusive, intentional, and interactive team environment fostered by Girls on the Run creates the perfect place to empower the next generation of strong, empathic women. Our 3rd through 8th grade fall programming starts September 19. Join our mission today! Click here: https://www.gotrcentralmd.org/Coach

Kindergarten Readiness Resources 

As our families prepare for kindergarten, we know you want resources to help with the transition for your Jaguar. HCPSS and the Howard County Library System have an abundance of resources available. Check them out...