JOHN JAY DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, December 18 2023
Today is day 1
There is NO Student Government meeting today. I'm not sure where that announcement came from.
Our next meeting is Monday 1/8 after school in room 226! This is an important Winter Carnival meeting.
Please be advised that BOCES/BARD will be closed on Tuesday, January 2nd. The last day of classes before the holiday break is Friday, December 22nd. BOCES/BARD will reopen for classes on Wednesday, January 3rd.
Classes at John Jay H.S., will be in session however, BOCES / BARD will be closed. All John Jay AM BOCES/BARD students will be directed to the Cafeteria. AM BOCES students electing to arrive at John Jay late, for their 6th period class (11:50-12:36pm), are required to provide their own transportation to school.
PM BOCES students will be directed to the library from Periods 6-8. Students who wish to have early departure, must provide their own transportation and have parental permission to do so. Parental permission for early dismissal should be sent to the Attendance Office at: johnjay.attendance@wcsdny.org.
Attention Senior Families: Our 2024 Graduation Ceremony will be held here at John Jay (Rain or Shine) on June 26, 2023 @ 7 pm, more details will follow in the very near future!
HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK ! Let’s get festive !!!
Today - Holiday socks & Pajama day
Tuesday- Holiday Character day
Wednesday- Ugly Christmas/ Holiday day
Thursday- String lights day:Freshman wear green
Sophomores wear yellow - Juniors wear blue
Seniors wear red – Teachers wear white
Friday- Festive headwear
Help make this holiday season merry and bright for those seeking shelter from domestic violence. Girl Up will be collecting gift cards for Grace Smith Holiday drive. Please bring gift cards in any amount for any store to room 220 by December 20th.
The JJ Talent Show is back and we are looking for hosts and students or teachers with talent for the 2024 show. Auditions will begin after the holiday break. If you are interested, please fill out the form and look for the QR code on the flyer for more information. The JJ Talent Show is going to be on Friday, February 9th, 2024 at 6:00 pm. Any questions, please see Mr. Oliveira in room 212 or 108
Hi Class of 2026, our apparel store has been opened !
Make sure to order your class apparel before the deadline 12/21! Show support and order now!!
Class of 2026 Apparel link: https://jjclassof2026.itemorder.com/
1st quarter honor roll has been posted on the English Wing bulletin board?
Attention John Jay Students: It has come to our attention that unregistered vehicles have been parking in the JJ Senior Lot. As of December 7, 2023, at the entrance of the senior lot, we will have a dedicated staff member closely monitoring the parking lot and checking daily for parking permits. Disciplinary actions such as lunch detention, ISR, suspension and revocation of parking privileges may occur 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 Seniors!!!
Please note that all transcript request forms are due by Friday, December 8th for any college application deadlines between January 1st, 2024 - January 10th, 2024. In addition, your colleges MUST be in the applying column in SCOIR for these requests to be properly processed. Please refer to the email entitled "College Application Reminders" for more details. If this step is not complete, you run the risk of materials not being submitted in a timely manner.
SENIOR PARENT ADS: Parents, celebrate your student with a recognition ad. To order visit: JOSTENS WEBSITE. DEADLINE IS January 31, 2024. Parent Ad Flyer
SENIORS: BABY PICTURES **SUBMISSIONS STARTED TUESDAY OCTOBER 17, 2023 AND ENDS ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2024**. -- THE BABY PICTURE AD IS $10 - CASH ONLY.
TO SUBMIT: Place PICTURE AND CASH inside an envelope and PLEASE label the back of the picture AND the front of the envelope with your first & last name followed by your student ID#, english teacher's name, and place it inside the box located in the Main Office.
DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR BABY PICTURE THROUGH THE CLASSROOM!
SENIOR PORTRAITS: Last sessions to have your senior portrait taken are: DECEMBER 18 - 22, 2023. Click on the link to schedule your appointment: Legacy Studios - Senior Portraits
**PICK YOU POSE BY JANUARY 3, 2024. IF YOU DON'T PICK YOUR POSE, LEGACY STUDIOS WILL PICK IT FOR YOU!!!**
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.
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
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.
Are you a Dutchess County High School student interested in a career in Law Enforcement? If so, please click on this link for more information: Dutchess County Sheriff's Explorer Post info flyer
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
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Immediate Job Opportunity
After School Day Care & Teen Center Positions
Counselor: (Must be at least 16 years old)
- Salary: $14.20/hr-$15.00/hr
- Season: September '23 - June '24
- Schedule:
- M-F: ~2:45-6:00pm &
- Fridays: 6:00-9:30pm (Teen Center)
- Occasional Mandatory Meeting
- Hours: ~15-20 hrs./wk
Click on the link for additional information: Employment - Fishkill Recreation
SENIOR REMINDER: If you haven’t ordered your cap and gown with Jostens as of yet, please go onto Jostens.com website to do so as soon as possible. If you prefer not to do it online, I have some order forms in the main office as well. Here is a link to bring you to the site: Cap & Gown Orders
“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.
John Jay SADD is excited to announce Rock the Belt!
Rock the Belt encourages students to wear their seatbelts in every seat, in every vehicle, every time. Here's how to participate:
1. Take a selfie of you wearing your seatbelt in a vehicle.
2. Submit your selfie to the form
3. Wait for the lottery drawing at the end of the month to find out if you won the $15 Dunkin' gift card!
CLUBS:
The John Jay Debate Club competed at Dutchess Community College this past Friday.
The team of Maryella Post, Rudeeya (Hrudya) Talasila, and Erica Hamdi finished among the top five teams. Cailin Andriello and Wynter Ross finished among the top seven individual debaters. And the Debate Club President, Shreya Gupta finished as the first place individual debater in the whole competition. Congratulations!
FBLA will be meeting Wednesday 12/20 in RM 145 at 2:30. ALL ARE WELCOME
UPDATE ON OUR Stock Investment Club meeting: Our meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday 12/19. It will be in Rm145 at 2:30. New members are welcome
Hello World. Back by popular demand, Computer Science Honor Society and Kate Pogge will be hosting a Women in STEM Event on Friday January 12th during either 4th period or 5th period. Sign up here: https://tally.so/r/w2K1kb
Proscenium: We will be having a general meeting on November 27th.
John Jay’s GSA : Meets every other Tuesday beginning at 10/3/23.
INTERACT: Anyone interested in joining Interact, the school's community 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!
John Jay's Girl Up Club - Come to Girl Up's meetings will be held every other Wednesday, (which started on October 4th) at 2:20 in room 220. All are welcome, we hope to see you there!
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.
Keep an eye out for our upcoming spring presentation of ….
SPORTS:
CONGRATULATIONS
to JJ 2023 girls Volleyball team.
We were awarded the Sportsmanship Award by the
Mid Hudson Valley Officials Association.
This is the second time we have been awarded with this high honor in the last four seasons.
Athletes of the Week 12/4/23 - 12/10/23
Brandon DellaPia, Wrestliing- (grade 11) Went 5-0 this week helping the Patriots beat Port Chester 49-24, White Plains 55-16, and winning the 152-pound championship by beating the top seed at the Patriot Invitational Tournament.
Eliseo Fernandez, WCSD Swimming (RCK) - qualified for sectionals in 2 events, the 200 freestyle going a 1:53.47 and 100 Butterfly going 56.08.
Na'Jae Gainer, Bowling - (Grade 12) bowled the team high game of 150 in a 7-0 win versus RCK.
Grace Kennedy, Basketball - (grade 12) The team went 3-0 in their first week of games. Grace was a catalyst of our success making timely plays and hitting clutch free throws in all 3 wins!
Kiley Kroohs, WCSD Gymnastics (grade 10) tied for 1st place in the vault in the team's opening home meet w159.25-145.35 home win over Scarsdale.
Joe Lachowicz, Bowling - (grade 11) bowled a 237 to help the team earn a 7-0 win versus Carmel.
Congratulations to Wappingers Gymnastics who won their meet against Scarsdale Sunday!
(Team scores 159.25 - 145.35)
Also Awesome job to the following individual event winners:
1st (ALL AROUND) - Emma Dwyer
1st (VAULT) - Kiley Kroohs & Samantha Guarno (tie)
1st (UNEVEN BARS) - Emma Dwyer
1st (BALANCE BEAM) - Samantha Guarno
1st (FLOOR EXERCISE) - Samantha Guarno
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.
Class of 2026 will be having a Bake Sale on TODAY, December 18th during all lunch periods. Please support the bake sale by bringing in a baked good ! Baked Goods can be dropped off at the Front desk with the Class of 2026 written on them or they can be given to Mrs. Walsh in the gym.
Please help support John Jay High School Yearbook's Cookie Dough Fundraiser which is being held through January 15. Note that orders wanted before Christmas must take place by December 8th. Orders are shipped directly to your home. Order via link: https://shop.cookiedoughdelivered.com/ecommerce/1141971
JJMB CAR WASH PASS FUNDRAISER
JJ Music Boosters has partnered with the local Foam and Wash car wash to offer Plus Car Wash Passes for Only $12! You can wash away the winter and save 20% all while supporting our music department. These make great holiday gifts but supplies are limited so get them while they last.
The John Jay Robotics Teams will be 3D printing Holiday Tree Ornaments as a fundraiser. You can get several designs, including custom text put onto your ornament (names, the year, etc.) All purchases will be done electronically and delivery will be arranged. Order now because supplies are limited!" Use the QR code to order!
