JOHN JAY DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Friday, September 15, 2023
Today is day 2
Parents/Students: We hope you will take advantage of the opportunity to enroll in our chrome book insurance. Please see the link for information! Chrome Book Insurance
The Math Honor Society will be holding its first meeting of the year this Wed. at 2:30, in the cafeteria. This meeting is for current members only. Applications for new members will be available soon.
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
John Jay Student Government- Monday, September 18th will be our first meeting!
JAY NATION apparel from the first order will be available for pickup in the booth outside of the cafeteria during all lunch periods. Please have your email receipt for a smooth pickup.
The John Jay Homecoming Dance
will be on Saturday, September 23rd from 7-11pm.
The senior class is planning to host it outside as we did two years ago- weather permitting. Tickets will be on sale on MySchoolBucks Starting today 9/15- through Friday 9/22 at 11:59pm the cost of a ticket is $12.00. After that, tickets can be purchased at the door at an increased price of $18.00. Please buy your tickets online ahead of time to avoid a long line to purchase a ticket upon entry!
Here is the link and QR code to purchase tickets
All non-John Jay guests will need to be approved through a guest form, which can be picked up in the main office. Forms should be handed to your grade level administrator for approval after every step is completed. Non-JJ guests CAN NOT purchase a ticket at the door and there are no exceptions to this. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the dance. ALL attendees will need to provide an ID upon entry. ALL attendees must follow the WCSD Code of Conduct at all times.
September 18-22 is our 2023 Homecoming Week!
The Senior Class has chosen the following themes
Monday- Pajama Day (wear pjs to school)
Tuesday- Twin Day (twin with your friend)
Wednesday- Celebrity Day (dress as your fav celeb)
Thursday- Groutfit Day ( all grey outfits)
Friday- Jay Day (hoco shirts/jay colors)
Homecoming Pep Rally will be Friday Sept 22nd. A schedule will be sent out early next week!
ALSO DON'T MISS OUT ON OUR homecoming shirts they will be on sale Monday thru Friday next week while supplies last for $10 during lunch periods in the booth outside of the cafeteria!
"Reminder for Business Co-op Work-Based Learning students - Please submit your online intake BEFORE September 29th! If you've enrolled and filled out this Google Classroom form, be sure to visit Mr. B in room 162 to pick up your employment paperwork right away."
Seniors, Jostens will be coming to the John Jay on Wednesday, September 27th You will be able to place your cap and gown orders during all lunch periods! Please mark your calendars!
Clubs:
"Hey, Hey FBLA" Attention all students! Are you interested in business and leadership? Join us for the first meeting of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club on the 21st of September after school. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or just curious about business, this is the club for you!
SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED!
FFA (Future Farmers of America) If you are interested in animals, plants, farming, mechanics, anything agriculture related, or gaining leadership skills, then join the John Jay FFA . FFA (Future Farmers of America) meets every Monday in room 197 after school. The join code is: jjnvx6m. Our first meeting of the year will be on Monday, September 18th! Come join us!!
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 starting September 26th!!
JJHS Robotics Teams meet on Fridays after school in Room 171 B. New members are welcome.
The Amnesty International Club will be hosting a 5K on October 15th on the Dutchess Rail Trail. Register at this link! We will also be having an informational meeting this Thursday, September 14th in room 189. Join us if you're passionate about human rights and activism.
WAPPINGERS CREW CLUB:
Wednesday Sept 20th WCC- Practice will be held at Sharpe Reservation and athletes will get their first chance at being on the water. Email WCCwinning@gmail.com with questions
SPORTS:
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.
Attention any girl interested in playing JV or varsity basketball. There will be open gyms on Sunday's on the following dates and times:
9/17 1:30-3:00
9/24 1:30-3:00
10/1 1:30-3:00
10/8 1:30-3:00
10/22 1:30-3:00
10/29 1:30-3:00
11/5 1:30-3:00
Any questions please contact coach Brooks at Lawrence.brooks@wcsdny.org
Athletes of the Week 9/2/23 - 9/10/23
Vinny Angioletti, Football - Junior WR had 6 catches for 122 yds and 2 TDs in a 36-8 win over Ossining.
Christian Clauser, Soccer - Senior Midfielder. Christian scored a beautiful game winning goal with his left foot to help the Boys Soccer Team beat Mamaroneck 4 - 1.
Ariana Gulbrandsen, Volleyball - Senior was the key to our defense this week. She had a perfect serving record with 11 aces. She led us to our second victory vs Ossining and to a Silver bracket victory in the Hen Hud tournament
David Laubenheimer, Cross Country - (12th) completed at the Warwick Valley WaveMania Invitational placing 14th out of 210 runners in the varsity in a time of 16:46
Paige Sullivan, Cross Country - (9th) completed at the Warwick Valley WaveMania Invitational placing 17th out of 65 runners in the freshman race in a time of 10:34
FUNDRAISING:
Who doesn’t love mums??? We are selling these gorgeous flowers as usual! Pre order here or visit our booth on community day 9/23. Our mums come from the beautiful gardens of Sabellico’s!
SAVE-THE-DATE!
Come walk with the John Jay Boys Soccer Breast Cancer Walk on Sunday, October 1st 10AM at Lime Kiln Park. See the flier for more information.
Please support the John Jay Boys Soccer Team! Join us for a fundraiser at Chipotle in Fishkill on Saturday September 16, 2023 from 4 pm-8 pm. Please mention the fundraiser or show the flier at checkout. You can order online and pick up just use the code 7R3QR69 at checkout!
Click on this link for our flier: Soccer Fundraiser at Chipotle
Cheer Booster club is having a clothing drive on September 16th, please see link below for more information in our flyer!