From the desk of the Principal:
JANUARY—2017
3—School resumes
5—JV/VBB vs. Jackson Christian 6:00
6—VGB @ Jackson Christian 6:00
9—JHGBB vs. Waldron 5:30, JV/VBB @ Climax
Scotts 6:00
10—JV/VGBB @ Climax Scotts 6:00
12—JV/VBB @ Burr Oak 6:00
13—VGBB vs. Burr Oak 6:30
16—JV/VGB vs. B.C. St. Phil 5:30, IPC meeting
6:30, School Board meeting 7:30
17—JV/VBB @ B.C. St. Phil 6:00
18—JHGB @ Pittsford 5:30
19—JV/VGB vs. Pittsford 6:00
20—JV/VBB @ Pittsford 6:00
21—Saturday School 8:00-12:00
23—JV/VGB vs. WCA 6:00
24—JV/VBB @ Tekonsha 6:00
25—JHGB vs. Hillsdale Academy 5:30
26—JV/VGB @ Hillsdale Academy 6:00
27—JV/VBB vs. Hillsdale Academy, End of 1st semester– 1/2 day-dismissal @ 11:38.
28—Saturday School 8:00-12:00
30—JHGB vs. Litchfield 5:30, VGB @ Litchfield
6:30
31—JV/VBB vs. Litchfield 6:00
We had a wonderful elementary Christmas
Program and a very successful Mackinac Island Trip
raffle.
Congratulations to the following raffle winners:
1st draw—Marisa Postula-43” smart television
2nd draw—Melissa DeSjoardin-32” television
3rd draw—Linda George-32” television
4th draw—Patti Weber-McAuliffe’s meat bundle
5th draw—Kathy Grubbs-McAuliffe’s meat bundle
6th draw—Mark Marchese-Jerome Country Market
gift certificate
7th draw—Delores Russell-Jerome Country Market
gift certificate
8th draw—Bob VanCamp-gift certificates to both the
North Adams Coffee Shop and NCG Theaters
Thanks to our students, parents (guardians), Mr.
Larson, Mrs. Old and the teaching staff for such a
great evening.
Important upcoming dates for January, 2017.
3rd—School resumes
11th—Band Concert at 7:00 p.m.
27th—1st semester ends, 1/2 day, homecoming,
senior class sponsored supper 5:00-7:00.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at 517-287-4214 or email me at
[email protected].
Tom George, K-12 Principal
Mr. VanCamp would like to
thank the NAJ Athletic
Boosters, and the staff of NAJ
for the recognition of my years of being the Athletic
Director at the basketball game Friday night. I had
no idea what was going on and it was a sincere honor
and privilege to represent NAJ for 18 years as the
Athletic Director. Thanks to all that had a part during my years of working as the Athletic Director. To
name all who helped individually would be impossible. The work does not get done without many behind the scenes helping out. I am sincerely blessed.
Again, thank you so much for recognizing me and
for the sign of recognition that was installed in the
gymnasium.
END OF 1st SEMESTER IS FRIDAY,
JANUARY 27, 2017. WE HAVE A HALF
DAY—DISMISSAL @ 11:38.
Congratulations to the Winter Homecoming
Court 2017
9th Grade—Madison Hensley & Bryce Johnston
10th Grade—Brianna Hambright & Gabriele Voisin
11th Grade—Caitlynn Stoll & Isaac Town
12th Grade—Taylor Evans, Breanna Hawkins, Holly
Trujillo, Felippe Lima, Austin Nubel & Ira Thiessen
Homecoming is Friday, January 27, 2017. The JV
game will start at 6:00. Homecoming activities will
take place between the JV and Varsity Boys Basketball games. All students on court must be at
the school no later than 6:30.
FROM THE SPANISH TEACHER
Spanish 1 and 2 students will be taking home their
maracas and piñatas to finish over break. They are
due January 9th. They will need to start working on
their Unit 2 projects over break as well, if they have
not already started. These have also been extended
to be due January 9th. Finally, there is a small
homework assignment to be done
over break and will be due the week
we get back. The options for this
assignment went home December
16th. This all sounds like a lot, but
students have been given plenty of
time in class to almost get their maracas and piñatas
finished before they left for break. They were also
given Unit 2 project assignment in November.
In January we will be starting a new unit. We will
be learning how to express opinions and making
suggestions. Students have worked hard improving
their test scores and speaking skills. Encourage
them to share what they are learning with you. If
you have any questions or concerns, please feel free
to contact me, Sra. Whitacre, at the school or by
email. I hope you have a very Felize Navidad! Sra. Whitacre
The 7th grade won our first “Clash of Clans”. It
was a close battle for 3 months but in the end,
their superior job on A.R. pulled them ahead of
both the 6th and 8th grade classes. The 7th graders chose to visit “The Hub” as their reward and
had a great time on Friday, December 16th. Gaga ball, pool, ping pong, video games and basketball were favorites that afternoon. Our new
clash has begun and it looks like it will be a close
battle again between the three grades.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Seniors, I know it has been a very busy
year for you and thank you for your dedication
and hard work. Just a reminder to parents and
seniors about getting your FAFSA completed. Also, remember seniors if you get me your confirmation letter that your FAFSA is completed by
January 13th you are entered into a drawing for a
Fitbit Alta or a $10 gas card. Again, thank you
for your hard work.
Juniors and Sophomores met with Mr.
Sutherland on December 19th to go over their
ASVAB scores. Parents, please take some time to
talk with your child about this. There is great information not just about military opportunities but
also about career planning and where their interest and skills align with different careers.
If you have any questions please feel free
to email me at [email protected] or call 287-4214.
Thank you parents and students for all your diligence and hard work. Merry Christmas. Enjoy
your break on this amazing holiday and family
time.
Cathy Hall
THE M.S./H.S. BAND CONCERT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY,
JANUARY 11, 2017 @ 7:00.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS—
COMING SOON
WE WILL HAVE A SNOW
BALL DANCE FOR ALL HIGH
SCHOOL STUDENTS ON FEBRUARY 4, 2017. TICKETS
WILL BE ON SALE IN THE
HIGH SCHOOL OFFICE FOR
$10.00 PER STUDENT.