JOHN JAY DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Today is day 1
“In honor of National Women’s History month: “So please ask yourself: What would I do if I weren’t afraid? And then go do it.” - Sheryl Sandberg
On this day in Music History: Music is the best means we have of digesting time. - W. H. Auden
1826 -Beethoven's Quartet #13 in B flat major (Op 130) was premiered in Vienna.
2001-Michael Jackson's interior decorator told The Times newspaper that the singer kept 17 life size dolls, adult and child sizes, all fully dressed in his bedroom for 'company.'
MUSIC CAFE
Students, staff and families of John Jay are invited to the 2nd Annual Music Café on TODAY, March 21 from 6:30-8:30 pm. For your listening enjoyment, music will be provided throughout the evening by various student ensembles. JJ Music Boosters will be hosting a dessert buffet and door prizes. $5/adult, $2/student, $10 Family Pass (up to 2 adults and 3 children). Prize tickets included with admission. More available for purchase!
LOST AND FOUND!
If you happen to be missing any personal belongings please make sure to check the Lost and found in room 218, Whatever is there will be donated by the end of the day tomorrow 3/22.
LINK CREW-
We are looking for John Jay's kindest kids to be Link Leaders this year!
Link Leaders are trained to work with the incoming freshman class and other new students who are entering our school next Fall. After extensive training, Link Leaders will run Freshman Orientation before school starts. All positions are open. If you are a current Link Leader please re-apply!
Applications are available via google form.
https://forms.gle/xdJbVAUjXPhN378Y7
Applications are due Friday, April 5th. Please let us know if you have any questions.
On Saturday some members of the John Jay FFA traveled to Windsor Central School District to compete in the NYS FFA Eastern SubState competition in Agricultural Issues. Please congratulate the following members for receiving Honorable Mention:
Ingris Pena Farjardo
Luis Gil
Cesar DeLeon
Catherine Rivera
Jenna Lawrence
Micha Martino
For the second year in a row, the John Jay Science Olympiad Team placed in the top 10 in New York State! In total students won 8 medals in 23 events, including first-place in the Robot Tour event. We are SO PROUD of the students on the team and their efforts throughout the year! The competition took place at LeMoyne College in Syracuse, with 60 schools in attendance. There are about 500 schools in the state that participate in SciOly every year.
Please click on the link for a list of participants and medal winners, and photos of the team. Please wish them congratulations if you see them! 2024 JJ SciOly New York State Medalists and Team Photos
WCSD STEAM programs continue to make headlines!
With John Jay's Science Olympiad team placing 10th in the State this past weekend, consider showing your support/excitement for all WCSD fantastic STEAM programs and order STEAM apparel today! designed by John Jay's Science Olympiad Team.
Attention Seniors!
We want you to have the opportunity to have your moment of recognition as you decide your future plans after graduation- including college or trade school choices, military enlistment, or employment! For your name to be posted on the marquee at the JJ entrance, please complete the following form. Thank you!
JUNIOR PROM TICKET SALES- Tickets are $110.00 each Cash only !
April 2 2:30-4:00 cafeteria
April 4 2:30-4:00 cafe booth
April 10 4:00-5:30 cafe booth
Guest forms available in the main office. You only need a guest form if your guest is NOT a John Jay student.
The Patriot Post is our new John Jay newspaper. We will have new articles on this google site every Monday and Thursday. The articles will range from topics in school news and clubs, teachers and features, school sports, entertainment, and health and lifestyle. Please click on the link below to check it out! The Patriot Post
College & Career Fair!!!
We will be hosting our annual College & Career Fair TOMORROW, MARCH 22ND We have roughly 115 vendors participating in the event this year. Many of these vendors will be promoting volunteer, internship, and career opportunities that are available to our students within their organization. This is a great opportunity for students to network with members of our community.
All students will be called down by grade level and have an opportunity to attend the fair. Posters with QR codes will be hanging in the upstairs and downstairs hallways leading to the gym. This code will take students to a College & Career vendor map and assignment. Students will be able to navigate the floor plan using this QR code and access the curriculum assignment. Those who fully complete the assignment will be awarded a PE make-up class.
We are looking forward to an amazing event!
The John Jay History Honor Society application is now open and is due by April 5th
- Eligibility is open to all current Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors with an 88 or above average in their combined Regents or Honors Social Studies classes. AP students must carry an 85 in their combined Social Studies classes.
- Applications require a written essay and two teacher recommendations.
- For more information, join the Google Classroom using the code clhcbpp
Applying for Working Papers: Please find links below for our working papers application. Please fill out only Part 1 and the date of birth on part 2. We also require a copy of your most recent physical or if you have a physical on file with the nurses office you may ask them to fill out the AT-16 form that is also linked below. You can email the forms to Lisa.Cannizzaro@wcsdny.org. Or drop them off in the main office.
Once Mrs. Cannizzaro receives these documents she will register you and have the work permit ready for pick up in the Main Office, usually within a day.
Physical Fitness Certification- AT-16
Application for Employment Certificate - AT-17
SENIOR PARENT ADS: Parents, celebrate your student with a recognition ad. To order visit: JOSTENS WEBSITE. DEADLINE has been extended until April 30th.
Attention Seniors! Please make sure you indicate your application outcome in SCOIR as this collects needed data for our school.
Seniors: Cap and gown distribution will be held on Tuesday, May 21st and Wednesday, May 22nd in room 112 from 10 am to 1 pm on both days.
Applications are now being accepted through April 12th for the Kerri Roger Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship is for a graduating senior intending to major in math education or for a graduating senior who has been a participant in the Field Hockey and/or Crew programs pursuing a career in fields related to education (Early Childhood Ed, Elementary Ed, School Counseling, Speech Pathology, Junior/High School Ed of any discipline, etc).
Click here for Kerri Roger Memorial Scholarship application.
ATTENTION STUDENTS: Please use the following link to see the latest scholarship opportunities available: Click here for link
The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled and the Library of Congress are excited to be participating in America’s Field Trip, part of the official celebration of the nation’s semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
America’s Field Trip is a nationwide contest inviting students in grades 3 through 12 to submit artwork, videos, or essays responding to the question “What does America mean to you?” First-place winners will have the opportunity to participate in special tours at historical, educational, and cultural sites across the country such as Yellowstone National Park, the Statue of Liberty, and the Library of Congress.
The deadline to enter is May 17, 2024. Find more information and submission guidelines at //america250.org/FieldTrip.
CAPE Teen Driving-A Family Affair - April 10th
Attention Juniors wanting to park in the senior lot next year, please click on the link for information on this mandatory presentation. Teen Driving Presentation
Any student volunteering with one of our local fire departments (Hopewell Hose, Stormville Fire, Hillside Lake, Wiccoppee Fire, Protection Engine, or Rombout Fire). Please see your counselor regarding a scholarship opportunity ASAP.
This is a REMINDER TO ALL JOHN JAY STUDENTS! The student parking lot is ONLY for SENIORS with a registered parking pass. There will be CONSEQUENCES OF Disciplinary actions such as lunch detention, ISR, suspension and revocation of parking privileges for any unregistered drivers found in the lot.
In addition, for the safety and security of all students and staff, while on campus please adhere to the 5 M.P.H. Speed Limit. Students who fail to comply with the 5 M.P.H. speed limit, may face disciplinary actions and/or lose the privilege to park on premises.
Attention Sophomores: Are you interested in developing your Leadership Skills? You may want to apply to RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award), a five-day overnight conference to develop leadership skills. Sponsored by your local Rotary Clubs and held at Mount Saint Mary College July 7th – 11th. Interested Sophomores can pick up an application in Guidance room 239.
Community Foundation Scholarship Workshops
The Community Foundation of The Hudson Valley is offering monthly virtual scholarship workshops via zoom. Attendees are led through the online scholarship process and questions are answered throughout the workshop. This event is open to high school students and/or their parents/guardians, undergraduate college students, high school teachers, school counselors, and any high school staff or administration. Registration is required for these workshops and can be found at the following website: https://communityfoundationshv.org/scholarships/. The Workshop Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants on the morning of each session.
Wednesday, April 3, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
FAFSA
Attention Seniors & Families!!! The 2024-2025 FAFSA is currently available to complete. You can find the application here. Please be aware that the website has been experiencing some difficulties. If you are having difficulties with the website, please be patient and continue trying.
A message from Guidance:
In the 2024-25 school year, we are excited to be able to offer an exciting learning experience to our students going into 11th and 12th grade, The Bard Early College Program. This program is housed at Dutchess BOCES in conjunction with Bard College located in Annandale-on-Hudson. For more information, visit https://hudson.bard.edu/ or see the flier below.
If you think you are interested and/or would like more information, please email your counselor right away. We will be having an information meeting very soon!
Click here for flyer with details
The Town of Fishkill is recruiting students interested in law enforcement for their cadet program. Stop by the Fishkill Police Department at 801 Route 52, Fishkill for an application. For questions on the program contact Detective Betley or Sergeant Murtagh at 845-831-1110.
MESSAGE FROM GUIDANCE: Did you know that in the counseling offices there are "Programs for Work/Intern or Career/Educational Information?"
The right Opportunity could be steps away OR follow the link below: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TolPHHRTExlJwoQc1YkUyqNRXJz8JZ91JL5X9E5ssnw/edit#gid=0
Hello again Patriots! Don’t forget to show your support! Please join PTSA today! We always welcome new members so please show your support so we can continue to enjoy school events! https://johnjayhighschoolptsa.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true
“SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY is hosting tutoring for kids who are struggling in Spanish for all levels. To sign up for tutoring or to become a tutor please fill out this form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpD2_7aUBicgTr3SY8TH95YbS1nuLW5-gT6JPqLi8YV4Ixpg/viewform Anyone interested in tutoring can join our google classroom: vvtxuqf”
PROJECT HOMEWORK will be meeting every Monday starting October 2nd in room 198 from 2:30-3:30.
Please click on the links below for information
Project Homework Broadcast 2023-2024
The Learning Center is still looking for tutors but is also now accepting requests for tutors. Please Click here for more information.
CLUBS:
GSA April Club meeting dates are 9th and 23rd
STOCK INVESTMENT CLUB WILL BE MEETING EVERY OTHER THURSDAY FROM NOW ON starting on 2/8 in Rm145 at 2:30. ALL ARE WELCOME
INTERACT: Anyone interested in joining Interact, the school's comunity service club, should join our Google Classroom. The class code is mvop6lt. Interact club meets every Tuesday after school in the LGI (Rm 128)
Jay UNITED will be hosting meetings every other Wednesday starting October 25th. Join the google classroom! Code: eubkpvn. All are welcome! Come join and learn about the many diverse cultures and traditions around the world!
SADD Club: Are you interested in mental health, traffic safety, and substance abuse prevention? SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) will be having meetings on Wednesday after school! Come and join us to learn more about SADD and all that we do at John Jay!
The JJ Health + Med Club If you are interested in pursuing anything in health/medicine, join the JJ Health + Med Club! They meet every Wednesday in Room 205.
JJHS Robotics Teams meet on Fridays after school in Room 171 B. New members are welcome.
Tickets are now on sale for "Hairspray" !
Please click here to purchase tickets.
SPORTS:
Please join the Wappingers Varsity Girls Lacrosse team at their first Veterans Appreciation game this Monday, March 25 on the RCK field. There will be a brief ceremony honoring our veterans at 4:35 and then the girls will play Clarkstown South at 4:45.
All veterans are invited to join us for the ceremony, and all fans are encouraged to help us celebrate their service and watch the game, so please spread the word!
After School weight room now has a Google Classroom for those interested in attending. Interested John Jay Students should join the classroom using the code below for dates/times/announcements Class Code: fsn3vqz
Anyone interested in playing JV or Varsity Girls Lacrosse, please email Coach Rowan (sean.rowan@wcsdny.org) to be added to google classroom. This will be used for all pre-season workout information.
Click here for Planting event information
FUNDRAISING:
Hello everyone!
The Class of 2026 Spring Apparel Store is now open and will close on Sunday, March 24th at 11:59 PM. Here is the link to the store page: https://jjclassof26.itemorder.com/shop/sale/. Please consider purchasing something to support the Class of 2026. Be sure to check the Class of 2026 Google Classroom for more announcements on upcoming events.
John Jay Baseball is selling the ultimate discount cards - one for Poughkeepsie & one for Wappingers $15 a piece
Link to order is below
https://instaraise.com/johnjayhsbaseball/ultimatediscountcard
The John Jay FFA is hosting their FFA SpringFest on April 20th. Please see the attached information and sign up for FFA's Spring Fest! If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an FFA Officer or Advisor! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/19vfk6x7K3B5IjEdDYNPdz3dedJH6SLqlThSNQxux1es/viewform?edit_requested=true
Please contact the email on the flier below if you'd like to be a vendor or for more information.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: How to get your clubs information on the AM announcements from Good Day Jay President Anna Morales: Fill out the google form or shoot an email to anna.morales@k12.wcsdny.org. Also please join the good day jay google classroom 4v6tfwq https://forms.gle/1yHWHSRDfRuTbx4n9
Please be aware that you must make the request the DAY BEFORE otherwise it unfortunately will not be honored.
Requests for written announcements should be sent by email to Lisa.cannizzaro@wcsdny.org Please send the announcement the day before it needs to be added to the daily announcements.