In September, Mrs. Fietsam's class discussed apples, and students participated in several activities related to apples. This included an exercise identifying the parts of an apple, including the stem, core, skin, and seeds.
The first-grade class ended the month in the most delicious way, making homemade applesauce in the crockpot!
Primary STEAM and Board Game Enrichment starts this week.
Board Game Enrichment will take place weekly from 2:45 - 3:45. Please see the schedule below:
Monday, October 6th: Kindergarten & 1st Grade
Tuesday, October 7th: 2nd Grade
Questions about Board Game Enrichment?
Contact Mrs. Mattox -- Email: smattox@jcindians.org
We've had a huge response to our Primary STEAM Enrichment program. Please remember that we switched to a grade-by-grade rotation so every child gets small-group, hands-on activities tailored to their interests and ability levels.
Who meets when?
• October: 2nd Grade — Wednesdays, starting Oct 8
• November: 1st Grade
• December: Kindergarten
• January: 2nd Grade
• February: 1st Grade
• March: Kindergarten
• April: 2nd Grade
• May: We’ll see how many students remain and may plan some fun end-of-year activities together
We know a rotating schedule can be tricky—we’ll send reminders and updates so you’ll always know when it’s your child’s turn.
Questions about Primary STEAM Enrichment?
Contact Ms. Lawrence — Email: tlawrence@jcindians.org
Conferences will be held on Monday, October 20th, and Monday, October 27th, from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.
We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to attend, as these meetings are an important opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and work together with teachers to support continued growth.
Here's the schedule for October 6th - October 10th:
▪ Monday: Pajama Day
▪ Tuesday: Team Spirit Day
▪ Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday
▪ Thursday: Little Tribe Color Day
▪ Friday: Indian Pride - Red & Black Day
We can't wait to see the creative outfits our students come up with as we celebrate our school spirit #rolltribe
Each day, they lead with dedication, support our teachers and staff, and create a safe, welcoming environment where students can thrive!
❤️ Mrs. Schell - Johnston City High School
🖤 Mrs. Armes - Washington Middle School
❤️ Mrs. Smiley - Lincoln Elementary School
🖤 Mrs. Murrah - Jefferson Elementary School
Join us in thanking our principals for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to our school community!
A reminder that tutoring begins today, Tuesday, September 30th, for our 1st- and 2nd-grade students.
Notes were sent home with students earlier this month with more information, and staff also contacted families.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help our students grow and succeed!
The program will be held Saturday, October 11th, at 11:30 a.m. in the Johnston City High School Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the District Office or Johnston City High School. They'll also be available for purchase at the door.
Students, don't forget to bring your best smile!
Eventually, they'll move on to writing letters, words, and sentences, but let's take it one step at a time!
All designs are white with red and black lettering, so you can represent our school colors in style!
❤️ Orders and payment are due by September 30th
🖤 Make checks payable to Johnston City High School
❤️ Turn in order forms and payment to the JCHS School Office
Don’t miss out — order your Homecoming shirt today and wear your Indian spirit with pride!
Out of an abundance of caution, a number of students were transported to the hospital for evaluation of minor injuries, including a headache and a sore back.
In accordance with district emergency protocol, parents and guardians of students on the bus were notified immediately before a message was shared with the broader school community.
Multiple first responders assisted at the scene, including the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the Williamson County Fire Department, and United EMS. The Sheriff’s Office conducted a preliminary investigation and determined that the district’s driver was not at fault.
We are deeply grateful to the responding agencies for their quick and professional support, and to our school staff for their prompt and caring actions.
At this time, no further information will be released.
All parents and guardians of students involved in the accident have been notified directly. At this time, there are no unnotified parents with students connected to the incident.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency responders to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
We understand that news of an accident is concerning, and we want to assure our families and community that every precaution is being taken. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
There are so many FUN activities to enjoy across our region this time of year.
🎃 Carving pumpkins
🍎 Visiting apple orchards
🌾 Corn mazes
👻 Haunted houses
We want to know, what are some of your family traditions during the Fall season?!
A friendly reminder that all Johnston City Schools will have an 11:30 a.m. dismissal on Friday, September 19. Please plan accordingly for your student’s pick-up or transportation needs.
Thank you for your cooperation!
If you or a family member would like to eat lunch with your child on Wednesday, October 1, the deadline to send the lunch form and money is tomorrow, Monday, September 22!
We look forward to seeing you.
At Jefferson Elementary, Mrs. Fietsam makes learning exciting for her 1st graders! This week, students practiced their addition and subtraction skills using dominoes.
Mrs. Fietsam's lesson turned math into a hands-on game, helping to build confidence and understanding.
Way to go, 1st graders, keep practicing those new skills!
Last week marked International Literacy Day, and our students had an amazing time exploring the school's brand-new library today! Thanks to our recent construction project, we now have a beautiful new space filled with cozy, flexible seating and endless opportunities to learn, imagine, and grow.
Soon, students will be checking out their own books—building reading fluency, fostering a love for stories, and taking adventures through the written word.
One Fall tradition is visiting apple orchards for apple picking, apple cider, and those delicious donuts.
Mrs. Cheers took her kindergarten students on a virtual field trip to an apple orchard. Afterwards, students participated in apple-themed arts and crafts.
Former 2nd-grade teacher Mr. Kee and his therapy dog, River, visited Jefferson Elementary this week, and it was hard to tell who enjoyed it more—River or the students.
Mrs. Fietsam and Mrs. Monchino's 1st-grade class was all smiles yesterday as River happily soaked up the affection she missed since Mr. Kee's retirement in May.
Thank you for returning to Jefferson this week, Mr. Kee and River! 🐾
Today marks 24 years since the tragic September 11th attacks, a day that Americans will forever remember. We're reflecting on how our JCHS students and staff honored the victims and demonstrated acts of patriotism back in 2001.
At that time, students crafted and sold red, white, and blue ribbons, bracelets, and keychains as part of a fundraiser. In total, they raised over $1,000, which was donated to the American Red Cross.
Additionally, our JCHS students gathered at the high school's flagpole to pray for the victims and painted a mural featuring red, white, and blue artwork.
