Dear Julian Families,
We are off to a great start! As a staff, we have spent a considerable amount of time these first days focusing on creating a positive learning environment for all our students. I am very pleased with how things are going thus far. Students have been provided a number of opportunities to connect with their teachers and classmates, learn about our expectations, and understand that everyone plays an important role in creating a positive learning environment in our building. As the year progresses, I will be sharing "Middle Matters" newsletters with you that provide information about Julian Middle School. You can expect these every 2-3 weeks. Please check out the information below regarding the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, school attendance, and the district assessment calendar.
Why International Baccalaureate?
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) encourages students to become creative, critical and reflective learners. See this graphic that outlines the top 10 reasons why IB is amazing!
Attendance Matters
One of the goals we have as a district is for 90% or more of our students to have 95% attendance or better for the entire school year. Included in this document is important information about the impact school attendance has on learning and what you can do to support your student to be here everyday.
District Assessment Schedule
There are a number of assessments that Julian students take during the school year. The calendar provided includes assessments students will take and when these occur during the school year. Also included is a document explaining the district's assessment philosophy and assessment descriptions.
Upcoming Events
Chromebrook Distribution to Students - Monday, August 28
Picture Day - Friday, September 1
No School - Labor Day - Monday, September 4
MAP Testing - Wednesday, September 6-Friday, September 8
Sincerely,
Dr. Todd T. Fitzgerald