School of Choice window open from May 3-21 -
It is that time of year again! Schools of Choice will be open May 3-21. The packet will be available on our school website beginning May 3 on the district home page and all of the buildings' main pages at www.sjschools.org. Those wishing to apply may download, print and complete the forms and return by US mail, email, fax, or they may drop off the packet to the central office located at 2580 S. Cleveland Ave, St Joseph or fax to 269-428-0333.
Football Meeting this Sunday, May 2 -
There is a football meeting THIS Sunday at 7:00 p.m. @ the HS Football Stadium for current 6th-11th grade students that are interested in playing football next year.
Tennis Club Monday Informational -
This Monday, May 3rd we will have a informational meeting at the tennis courts for students interested in tennis for parents and students beginning at 4:30 PM. The meeting will last approximately 45 minutes. Please wear a mask to the meeting.
No School Monday, May 3 for Elementary Schools ONLY -
Upton and the high school have a regular day of school on Monday. School begins at 7:45am.
Leaving early from school reminder-
When a student is leaving Upton for any reason the student needs to either bring a parent note to the school office in the morning, a parent/guardian needs to call the office with the student’s name and time they are leaving, or the student must call home from the office. Texting or emailing through the classroom is not allowed.Late Start this Wednesday, May 5th-
Wednesday, May 5th is a late start and school begins at 8:45 AM. Breakfast is available at 8:15 AM.
St Joseph Virtual School Updates-
https://stjoevirtualschool.blogspot.com/
From the Guidance Department -
GUIDANCE NEWS
BALANCE is our theme for MAY
It was so nice to have all of our students back in person last week! As we begin a new month filled with more activities at and outside of school, we want to share some resources to help you find balance.
What's New This Week in our google site COVID-19, Guidance & SEL:
In the Parent Resources section:
Too much focus on ‘learning loss’ will be a historic mistake from Edutopia - Learning loss is real and needs to be addressed, but how we go about it should be commensurate with the size of the moment.
In the Community Resources section:
Do you need help paying for the internet? - from Common Sense Media - Congress created the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB) to provide short-term assistance to individuals, students, and families to help pay for internet service and devices.
Be Kind to your Mind - MI StayWell Counseling team is offering a free virtual support group sessions (especially for 14-17 year olds)
What’s Happening at School:
Encourage your HS student to check their grade level google classroom (classwork section under general info for job postings). We just added info about: Lane Automotive, Fitch Camp in Dowagiac, Air &/or Space Force Recruiting opportunities. Work permits can be obtained from the office.
If you have job opportunities we can share, please reach out so we can get your information to our students!
At Upton, we are starting an academic support group to help students with organizational skills.
Please remember we are here to support you - reach out if you have a question/concern:
SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY! -
The first Friday in May is School Lunch Hero Day, dedicated to those men and women who make the cafeterias and the schools a better place to be! For many children, the cafeteria is the first place they enter on a school day. From the first time through the cafeteria line, the lunch hero has more than nutrition on their minds. The well-being of every child is important to them. Keeping them safe, happy, and providing them with good and delicious food is also a priority. At Upton Middle School we are blessed with wonderful lunch ladies!
Cinco de Mayo on May 5-
Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican heritage. It commemorates the date of the Mexican army's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
National Days next week-
May 3 - National Two Different Colored Shoes Day
May 4 - National Star Wars Day (May the fourth be with you)
May 5 - Cinco de Mayo
May 6 - National Nurses Day
May 7 - National School Lunch Hero Day
(for more national days this month go to https://nationaldaycalendar.com/may/)
What’s for Lunch? -
Monday - Mini corn dogs, french fries, fruit cup
Tuesday - Hot ham & cheese on pretzel bun, sun chips, veggie/fruit cup
Wednesday - Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, dinner roll, apple slices
Thursday - Turkey & provolone on croissant, baked chips, veggie/fruit cup
Friday - Wild Mikes pepperoni or cheese pizza, fruit slushie, veggies with ranch