JOHN JAY DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, October 2, 2023
Today is day 6
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
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.
All 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.
The following colleges will be visiting John Jay on Wednesday, 10/4:
SUNY College at Oswego - period 2 (8:30 am)
Sacred Heart University - period 3 (9:15 am)
St. Bonaventure University - period 4 (10 am)
Worcester Polytechnic Institute- period 8 (1:30 pm)
You must pre-register in SCOIR if you would like to attend any of these visits. All visits will be held in the Maker Space.
The following college will be visiting John Jay on Friday, 10/6:
Binghamton University - period 5 (11 am)
You must pre-register in SCOIR if you would like to attend this visit. This visit will be held in the LGI.
ATTENTION STUDENTS AND PARENTS:
The PSAT will be administered at John Jay High School on Saturday, October 14th.
We recommend that all college bound juniors take this exam.
Students can register Monday, September 25th - Friday, October 6th on Family ID. https://account.familyid.com
The cost is $18.00 per student.
Students taking this test should arrive at school at 7:30am on test day.
ID is required to enter testing rooms.
Students must bring a fully charged WCSD issued Chromebook.
Students are required to bring their own College Board approved calculator. College Board Calculator requirements
PSAT FACT SHEET FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
If you are interested in volunteering and doing community service hours please check click on the link. East Fishkill Library Volunteering!
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
STUDENT GOVERNMENT: Follow the instagram for upcoming events: @jjstudentgovernment
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.
Attention ALL SENIORS who did not attend CAPE
CAPE is a MANDATORY program for 12th grade students who are applying for school parking permits, and for the parents/guardians who play such a crucial role in their teen’s safe driving.
If you were unable to attend the 2023 spring sessions, you have the opportunity to attend one of the fall make-up sessions. If you want your child to be able to drive to school, it is mandatory that you and your student attend this program. Please click on the link ford dates and info: Cape Program dates
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 looking for peer tutors! If you excel in a class or subject please sign up to become a peer tutor for the John Jay community. Learning Center will meet on Mondays from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Link
CLUBS:
Calling all LightKeepers! We have our weekly meeting today, October 2nd in Room 243 with yet more food, videos giving an overview of Bible and Prayers with friends. Come join the LightKeepers in Room 243, invite your friends to join!
John Jay’s GSA will be meeting every other Tuesday in room 247 starting Tuesday next week on the third of October.
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)
The Italian Honors Society will be having their first meeting tomorrow, October 3rd, in the cafeteria right after school, hope to see you there!"
John Jay ESPORTS Fall Season 2023 - TRYOUTS
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your gaming journey, this is your opportunity to level up. Tryout to join the ranks of our ESports team.
Sharpen your skills, strategize with your teammates, and aim for victory in Super Smash, Rocket League, or Madden or learn broadcasting skills to assist with streaming the games live on Twitch.
WHERE: Contender ESports, 1557 US-9, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
WHEN: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
TIME: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
WHAT TO BRING: Your game controller (Optional). A competitive spirit and a positive attitude (Mandatory!) Sign up here!
Jay UNITED will be hosting its FIRST meeting on Wednesday October 4th! 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 first meeting of the year!! It will be Wednesday October 4th, at 2:20 in room 220. There will be snacks and we will be discussing important information for this year! 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’s after school! Come and join us to learn more about SADD and all that we do at John Jay!
"The JJ Health + Med Club will be hosting its FIRST meeting after school on Wednesday, October 4th in room 205! Everyone is welcome. Join our google classroom: clony4n"
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 meeting this Thursday, September 21st in room 189. Join us if you're passionate about human rights and activism.
Black Student Union: will be meeting on Thursday, October 5th at 2:30 in room 128 (LGI). Be on time!
JJHS Robotics Teams meet on Fridays after school in Room 171 B. New members are welcome.
SPORTS:
Athletes of the Week 9/25/23 - 10/1/23
Lyla Dwyer, Tennis - Lyla dominated her opponent from Carmel with a shutout, 8-0.
Kaleigh Horos, Soccer - (jr) The John Jay Girls varsity soccer team beat RCK this week 2-1. Kaleigh scored the game winning goal with 6 minutes to go and anchored a great defensive effort.
Ian Murray, Soccer - Senior Defender. Ian filled in at Center Back for us against RCK helping the Boys Soccer Team to a league victory against Ketcham. Even though playing in the back, Ian still scored a goal off of a corner kick.
Sophia Prianti, Field Hockey - Senior forward. Sophia has stepped up her game as of late and has scored three goals in two games. She put us ahead and kept us there as we won two very important league games. She has been a key component in our offensive this season.
Lily Pugliese, Volleyball - (junior) led our team offense by hitting .367 this week with 25 kills in 49 attempts in three matches this week.
Evan Rossi, Football - Evan ran for 178 yds in leading the Patriots to a 35-19 win over Yonkers Force
Silvia Bilenky, Maura Nestler, Emma Henson and Nella Morgan, Swim 200 Medley Relay. They improved their time yesterday at our swim meet against Nyack. Our team was victorious yesterday with a final score of 100 to 68.
JOHN JAY GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS will be hosting senior night THURSDAY, October 4th for our two seniors this year! Anaya Pandya (Team Captain) and senior Yanna Vytykac! Please come out and support the girls at Taconic Sport and Racquet this Thursday at 4:30!
John Jay Varsity Soccer PINK OUT!
Thursday 10/5
Girls: 5pm vs RCK
Boys: 7pm vs Carmel
50/50 - all proceeds donated to Cancer Couch Foundation
Girls JV Soccer PINK OUT
Friday 10/20
4:30pm vs RCK
JJ WRESTLING Open Mats: Anyone interested in Wrestling this year please feel free to attend OPEN mats in the JJ wrestling room.
We meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:45-4 p.m. From October 3rd until November 9th.
Any questions please email Coach Russo at anthony.russo@wcsdny.org.
John Jay Baseball is excited to host a PBR Scouting event.
John Jay Baseball is excited to host aPBR SCOUTING EVENT! Please mark your calendars and save the date now.
Thursday, October 26th 4:30pm - 6:30pm
East Fishkill Recreation, Field 1
392 Rt 376
Hopewell Jct, NY 12533
The event is open to John Jay EF 2025-2028 graduates only.
Registration Link to follow and must be completed before the event. Please feel free to email jjbaseballbooster@gmail.com should you wish to pre-register.
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
FUNDRAISING:
JOHN JAY BASEBALL APPAREL Orders will be shipped directly to you As always, thanks for your support!
