Wax Comes to Life
On Friday, February 26, 2010, two of the JWJ 6th grade teams performed an Edgar Allan Poe Wax Museum. After spending several weeks studying the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe, the Gemini and Epsilon teams became characters from some of Poe’s most well-known works, such as “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Masque of the Red Death,” “The Raven,” and “Annabel Lee.” Through the project, the students delved into the different literary and poetic devices used by Poe in his poems and short stories. Students used the writing process to create a speech which discussed their chosen short story or poem, the literary and poetic devices used, the perceived theme of the story or poem, and how the story or poem related to Poe’s own life. On the day of the performance, the students were asked to dress as their character, and became “wax figures” who could not move or speak unless their “button” was pushed. Parents and other classes were invited to attend, and all seemed to genuinely enjoy the performances by the students.
GCA has recognized James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School as the “School of the Month” for the month of February. Our custodial team has excelled beyond expectations. We thank them and praise their hard work and dedication. It is because of their continued hard work and pride in their work that have earned our school this recognition.
Mr. Smith and Team, we thank you so much.
Parent Involvement Award
Congratulations to James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School for earning the parent Involvement award. We were one of two schools to receive this award. There were a total of 18 applicants.
Attention
Meeting: Tuesday, March 9, 2010
6:00 p.m. – 8::00 p.m.
Where: Northwestern Middle School – Media Center
We would like to extend an invitation to the Northwest Area Working Committee to present process and listen to discussion regarding the relocation of James Weldon Johnson Middle School and the impact on middle schools in the Northwest Quadrant of the District.
Topics to be covered include:
· Current data review- including demographics and facilities information
· Schools Impacted- JW Johnson MS, Eugene Butler MS, Paxon MS, Northwestern MS, and Ribault MS. Also will include all feeder and continuity elementary schools impacted.
· Program impacts:
o Middle Years Pre-IB;
o Exceptional Student Education- Day Treatment
o Renaissance Program
· Potential Boundary Impacts
· Community Participation Process
· Project Timeline
Thanks for your continued ACE process support.
See you there!!!
Richard Beaudoin
Duval County School District
Facilities Planner
(904)390-2358
beaudoinr@duvalschools.org
We need your help…
Duval County Public Schools is facing a possible
$125 million budget shortfall. Please attend one of the following Community Budget meetings to share
your thoughts and help Duval County Public Schools
with the tough decisions that will have to be made.
Date Location
Thursday, March 11 Sandalwood High School 2750 John Prom Blvd, 32246
Tuesday, March 16 Peterson Academies of Tech 7450 Wilson Blvd., 32210
Thursday, March 18 Jean Ribault High School 3701 Winton Dr., 32208
Tuesday, March 23 Mandarin High School 4831 Greenland Rd., 32258
All meetings will begin at 6 p.m.
New Afternoon Bus Loading Procedures
All first wave buses are to pull up to the last bus parking space adjacent to Spires St.
No students are to be allowed off campus past the Southern gate where buses are waiting entry.
All 2nd wave buses are to pull up to the stop sign adjacent to the gym (just after the portables).
If a student is within dangerous proximity or trying to stop your bus before your allocated stopping place – Busdrivers: PLEASE DO NOT OPEN YOUR DOOR OR MOVE UNTIL YOU KNOW THE STUDENT IS SAFELY BACK OUT OF THE WAY.
On rainy days, loading will take place under the awnings closest to the bus loading area.
(Listen to the administrators on duty and beep your horn if you need help from one of us.)
***We are working together to have a quick, but safe, fluid and pleasant transition upon dismissal of our students.
School Advisory Committee
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday, January 19th
Tuesday, February 16th
Tuesday, March 16th
Tuesday, April 20th
Tuesday, May 18th – Final Meeting and Elections for next year’s committee
All meetings begin at 12:30 pm in the JWJ Media Center
Our Mission
The vision of James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is to prepare all students for tomorrow by offering challenging academics and creative learning experiences, by promoting individual growth in a cooperative environment, and by fostering a commitment to school and community today.
As a part of the Duval County Public School System we are committed to providing high quality educational opportunities that will inspire all students to acquire and use the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy and culturally diverse world. As an organization, James Weldon Johnson along with the School Board also is committed to the following core beliefs:
The academic success of every student in Duval County is the top priority of the Duval County School Board.
The Duval County School Board believes that our greatest strength as a school district is the racial, gender, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity of our students and community.
The achievement gap in Duval County can and must be eliminated.
All DCPS children can be academically prepared to reach their dreams.
All DCPS children can learn at grade level.
Every school in Duval County can be a high-performing organization, both academically and operationally.
High quality teachers, supported with high quality, on-going professional development, must drive our rigorous, intellectually and artistically challenging curriculum.
Academic and operational resources can and must be adequately distributed throughout all DCPS schools.
All schools can be safe learning environments where every student and adult is valued and respected.
Magnet Program
At James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School, we are empowering students to compete in a global society through the acquisition of indispensible knowledge, higher order conceptual thinking and an appreciation of a culturally diverse world.
**Thanks to Mrs. V. Hamby for the beautiful JWJ Crest at the top of the page.**
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