No School October 10th

No School October 10th

School Conferences October 7th and 9th

Don't forget School Conferences October 7th and 9th.

MJMS Battle of the Books 2014-2105 Registration form to be returned by October 1st.

MJMS Battle of the Books 2014-2015 Permission slip/Disclaimer to be returned by October 1st if participating

“America’s Battle of the Books is a voluntary reading incentive program for students...The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers.”

Permission Slip and Disclaimer

1. Students may not change or drop out of teams once they have signed up for Battle of the Books. Remember: Students who drop out or don’t do their reading will be putting their team at a disadvantage and will be eliminated.

2. Students agree to read at least 7-8 books off the list to help the entire team do well in the Battle of the Books. The competition will be held sometime in March.

3. Students may form teams of 4 members. We will help individuals who cannot find a team or who are short team member(s).

4. Each team will choose their own team name.

5. Depending on number of teams per grade level will determine if the battles will be divided by grades or grades will battle each other.

6. Students will be required to complete summaries for each book read.

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Parent and Student Signature and Initials:

Parent Initial:

____I agree to allow my child to participate in Battle of the Books and will help him/her abide by the stated rules.

____I also understand that The Battle of the Books book list may/or may not be on the approved Canyons School District book list.

____Student’s who do not read will be eliminated.

Signature of Parent or Guardian __________________________________Date_______________

Signature of Student _____________________________________________Date_______________

PLEASE RETURN TO THE OFFICE BY October 1st, 2014

Please direct any questions to ptsa.mjms@gmail.com

No School Friday, September 19th

We just want to remind you that this Friday, September 19th is a Data/PD day for schools. There will be no school for students this Friday.

Utah students in grades 5-12 are encouraged to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Do you know a student who has made a meaningful contribution to his or her community through volunteer service in the past 12 months? Utah students in grades 5-12 are encouraged to apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. Applications are due Nov. 4. http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc

CSD’s Volunteer Appreciation Week Sept. 15-18

“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.” — H. Jackson Brown Jr.
Volunteer Appreciation Week is around the corner! Last school year, the District enlisted over 12,000 volunteers districtwide. Whether you have helped teachers get ready for the school year, helped children safely cross the street, or helped students learn to read, Canyons School District salutes you as a treasured partner in education.

Canyons Volunteer Appreciation Week is Sept. 15-19. Canyons District and schools are planning activities to pay tribute to your service. Please mark your calendars for the following:

Tuesday, Sept. 16: Board of Education Reception for CSD Volunteers, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Canyons Support Services Center, 9361 S. 300 East, southeast entrance. The event will include recognitions for volunteers. The Board of Education also is planning special honors for the Canyons Apex Award winner for Volunteer of the Year. An electronic invitation will be sent to all Canyons volunteers this week. Please join us!

Thursday, Sept. 18: Superintendent’s PTA and SCC Luncheon, to include all school PTA Presidents, the Region 17 PTA Board, and School Community Council Chairs. The luncheon will be from 11:30–12:30 p.m. in the Atrium at Corner Canyon High School, 12943 S. 700 East, Draper. The luncheon will provide PTA leaders with an opportunity to share lunch with Superintendent Dr. Jim Briscoe, who will deliver brief remarks and answer your questions. Please see the attached invitation.
Additional activities or recognitions will be provided by the local schools; please check with your principals for details and to develop ways to collaborate on the efforts to recognize all volunteers in your schools.