UNC Chapel Hill: Global Gap Year will be visiting Jordan-Matthews Friday, September 20th. Interested in traveling? Want to go to UNC-Chapel Hill? Then you should check them out. Please sign up with Ms. Herrera before Thursday.
This is a reminder that all HOSA applications and club dues will need to be turned in to Ms Sescilla or Mrs Cheek Walden no later than September 27th 2019. Applications are available on the bulletin boards outside rooms 517 and 404.
Attention LEO Club members: there will be a meeting on Wednesday afternoon at 3:15 in Room 104. All members please try to attend.
Student government applications are due to Mrs. Harris' room (109) by Thursday, September 19. Remember that officers must make time for an interview before elections can begin.
Dungeons and Dragons club will be meeting in Ms. Lam's room this Wednesday from 3:20 to 4:30. If you are interested in venturing into the lands of the world's largest tabletop rpg please consider attending.
Congratulations to the Cast of Into the Woods!
To see the clast list, CLICK HERE.
Here's the rehearsal schedule link:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-PWFOOvfakDPomesfp3CofVpV1IafOW3vatqQKxYhi8/edit?usp=sharing
Please Respond by Sept. 25 to be eligible for a cellular hotspot to use at home!
The first dance team meeting will be in room 501A after school on Wednesday, Sept 18 at 3:15 in room 501A. Please stop by Ms. Campbell's office to sign up.
You may have noticed that you did not receive many forms to fill out at the start of the year, including online technology and media education forms. Returning CCS students from last year should have received an email at the start of this school year with information on updating demographic, medical, and contact information, as the district planned to move towards a digital platform to gather such information. It is necessary for us to have an accurate and current email address on file to ensure we get information to you in a timely manner. However, CCS is delaying the full implementation of the online technology and media education form processing components of the digital platform. All students will be receiving the following paper forms to take home for parent review and signature, if applicable: (1) Chatham PASS Opt-Out; (2) Media Non-Consent; (3) Technology Responsible Use; and (4) 1-to-1 Student Device Program Handbook and Agreement Form for ninth graders and any new 10th-12th grade students. All forms are due back to your student’s first period teacher no later than Friday, September 27, 2019. If we do not receive opt-out forms (Chatham PASS and Media Non-Consent) by the 27th, then we will interpret this as you not exercising your opt-out right for the year unless you later notify us explicitly of an opt-out decision.
Seniors! Check your student mail for important updates from Mrs., Morris about applying for the Morehead-Cain Scholarship at UNC-Chapel Hill and the Parks Scholarship at NCSU.
These preliminary applications are due Sept. 19.
Any ladies interested in play basketball this year who are not in a fall sport should stop by Rm 408 to pick up a schedule for preseason workouts.
In June the School Nutrition Department sent a proposal to increase meal prices for both breakfast and lunch for the coming 2019-2020 school year, which was approved by the CCS School Board on June 10. Please find the summary below:
Each year the USDA requires School Food Authorities to complete a Paid Lunch Equity Tool to determine if the district's meal pricing is equal to the free reimbursement meal rate. This tool dictates if we have to raise our meal pricing.
For school year 2019-2020, the meal pricing will be increased to the following amounts:
Breakfast $1.50 (free & reduced students are no charge at breakfast)
Lunch $3.00 (full-pay student)
Lunch $0.40 (reduced student)
If you couldn't make it to Into the Show, here's the presentation, which includes important information about auditions, rehearsals, and important dates:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IqToRONnxLSszO6dbgBFFh0XbVjT75zdWtgT0T_Z6ak/edit?usp=sharing
Parking permits are $25, and go on sale Monday, August 12 at 8:00 am.
Students will be required to have paid all of their prior outstanding cafeteria balances, media fees, and tech fees before purchasing a parking pass for the 2019-2020 school year.
Looking for something to do over the summer? If you are taking a non-AP English class, summer reading is optional but you will be rewarded if you complete the assignment.
Click here to download the Option Summer Reading Assignment for ALL 2019-20 English classes except Advanced Placement. Library books are not available for checkout in the summer.
Students in AP English Language: There is no book assignment, but a packet of readings and questions. There are packets in the guidance office.
Students in AP English Literatire: The assigned book is How to Red Literature Like a Professor.You can check out a book and pick up assignment info in the guidance office.
Interested in Driver's Ed? You must register online at ncdrivingschool.com! Look for Chatham County, and then choose Jordan-Matthews.
Need to practice before taking your driver's test? Click here!
Chatham County Schools has changed the format for awarding graduation honors. Please read the letters below for more information:
Go to the Parenting Resources section of the website to view and download all forms for the Chromebooks students will be using this year at JM. All students/parents must complete all these forms this year. Click this link to access them:1-to-1 Laptop Program Resources for Parents.
Notes:
Need to practice before taking your driver's test? Click here!
Click here to begin: Khan Academy SAT Practice
This is a requirement for all job shadow sites, and all volunteer sites (such as churches) that are not established community organizations. We will be checking, and if your mentor does not complete the form, you will need to choose another site. Here's the link:
https://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/Page/21004
Do you have your Open eBooks code yet? Come by the library to get info about the app that works on your phone or tablet and has hundreds of free eBooks! Email Mrs. Pate to get a code <rpate@chatham.k12.nc.us>. Click here for more info.
JM 2016-17 TOY chosen for Grosvenor Teacher Fellow Program
I officially wish to welcome you and your child(ren) to Jordan-Matthews High School! I know our parents of freshmen are looking forward to four amazing years. I encourage you to become a part of our school/culture, as our school has numerous, positive attributes, which will simply enamor you. Our faculty and staff continue to discuss strategies to showcase our strong academic institution, and we need your assistance in keeping this a reality. We have a truly caring culture, working with all aspects of the school community to meet our school’s mission--to graduate globally competitive, well rounded students by providing a rigorous and relevant curriculum in an effective, safe and nurturing environment.
We have approximately 760 students, which reflect the rich diversity in Siler City. Students have the opportunity to complete a college prep curriculum along with participating in numerous extra curricular activities. You can review our school profile to obtain more information regarding our school community, curriculum, and statistics.
Our faculty and staff look forward to working with you in creating a supportive triangle to meet the academic needs of your child. I look forward to seeing you at the many events that occur at Jordan-Matthews High School throughout the year. Your participation is vital to ensure your child is academically successful. We need him/her in school every day, actively engaged, with a focus on academics. I encourage you to join the fun and journey along with your child as he/she pursues a high school diploma from one of the premier schools in the state.
It’s a great day to be a Jet!
Tripp Crayton
Principal
910 East Cardinal Street, Siler City, NC 27344
Phone: 919-742-2916Fax: 919-742-2201
