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JM Staff and parents of students--you get the first chance to sign up for spots in our Dec 9 blood drive! Read more about the drive, and then use this link to sign up for a slot to give!
Everyone feels down sometimes. While feeling down is okay, it's important to acknowledge, and strive to improve it by speaking out about how you feel. Your input matters because you matter. We want to improve your experience at Jordan-Matthews and have it be the best it can be. By completing this survey you are not only helping yourself, you are helping others by giving us a broad view on what everyone would like to be acknowledged. PEPSC, the Peer Education Club of Siler City, encourages you to complete this survey, so we know how you are doing and we can stay connected.
We are excited to announce that next week will be our first tour of "JM On The Road." This will be a new service that we will be offering for students as long as we remain on Plan C. We have two hotspot buses that will be going out and parking on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at various locations for students to access. As long as students are within 120 feet of the bus, they can connect to the provided wifi. We are hoping to use this as a mobile tutoring service for students.
Hey Jets! Want to toss that cap in the air June 10? Then order your cap & gown before Nov 30! https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1051229/Jordan-Matthews-High-School/
The PSAT is a 2-hour test given only once a year to not only help students prepare for the SAT but also qualify for the National Merit Scholarship program. The test will take place on January 26, 2021, and is open to all 11th graders. Due to seating and COVID-19 restrictions, 10th graders may register on a limited basis. Please note that there is no make-up day for students who are late or absent from school, and there will be no testing accommodations offered. Registration is now available on our website by completing this registration link; you can also find the link within the JM Update email sent to students and parents who have provided a current email address. To reserve your spot, you must complete the registration form and pay the $17 nonrefundable fee which will be due on the day of the test. The deadline to register is 3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20th.
Show your creative side! Visit chathamnc.org/youthmentalhealth for more info!
Get to know three JM teachers as they share information about their heritage and homelands here!
Check out this awesome video produced by Ms. Barger!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12JcjdPDsSd-LCbbI2q7MLGUHm376NTAe/view?usp=sharing
Want to succeed in remote learning? Check out these tips your Link Leaders put together from their experiences.
https://sites.google.com/chatham.k12.nc.us/ccs-ahl/ccs-families/technical-support
Please watch this short video and use the order button to take you to the Jostens ring designer to create your customized class jewelry. Don’t know your size? No problem. Use the sizing guide on the website or place your order entering “size unknown” and Jostens will mail you a sizing kit.
Place your order on line by the October 18th deadline and receive a special gift from your Jostens Team - a custom JMHS Adidas Striker II Back Pack!
Attention Senior Parents: Want to celebrate your senior in a lasting way? Purchase a Senior Ad! Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/
During its September 23 meeting, the Chatham County Board of Education voted for our schools to continue operating under the statewide option known as Plan C, which means all instruction occurs through remote learning. Our school system will remain in Plan C for the remainder of the first semester.
Please monitor your email, phones and our website for updates. Details about Plan C are on the coronavirus page of the district’s website. Look for the button at the top right that says Coronavirus Info.
Like many other schools in NC, JM has been designated as a Targeted Support & Improvement Additional Targeted Support (TSI-AT) school by the North Carolina State Board of Education. Under Federal law, North Carolina is now required to identify schools for targeted support and improvement. TSI-AT schools in North Carolina are those that have a subgroup that is under-performing.
Please read this letter for more information.
Through December 31, 2020, every child can receive meals at no cost. Families should continue to apply for free and reduced priced meal benefits and can continue to apply at any time during the school year.
Have you been wondering what's up with the PTA Thrift Shop? Find out here, on their new website: https://www.chathamptathrift.org/
Please read this document about attendance check-ins ASAP!
Here's what you need to know about how attendance will be recorded during at-home learning. Students will need to be logged in to their CCS account to view:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y-01DL9W2MmJwlgjp4agoeCoZWVe7hOZLtdWVhPhc4I/edit?usp=sharing
Did you miss one of our phone calls? You can check all of our messages on our website under About Us - Principal's Phone Messages!
Wondering what your scheule will look like during at-home learning beginning Aug 17?
Here's our English language at-home schedule link, and the Spanish language version.
Student parking passes for 20-21 will go on sale Monday Aug.10 at 8am in the school office. Here is the Registration Form; please read so you will know what information you need to bring. Paper forms will also be available. Passes are $20; pay by check or cash. Payment is non-refundable. Wear your mask!
Don't forget to bring your library booksso you're eligible to buy a pass! Here's how to check to see what items you have out:
Go to this website: https://destiny.chatham.k12.nc.us/cataloging/servlet/presentadvancedsearchredirectorform.do?l2m=Library%20Search&tm=TopLevelCatalog&l2m=Library+Search
Click “Login” in the upper right corner
Enter the same username and password you use to login to your Chromebook
At the next screen, go to the upper right menu stack, Click, and choose Checkouts
You should see any items you have checked out.
Welcome new Assistant Principal Mary Margaret Dark! Ms. Dark served as our Administrative Intern last year, and has taught at Chatham Middle for several years. A Chatham County native, Ms. Dark is a CCHS grad with degrees from UNCW and UNCG. We look forward to having her as part of the Jet family!
Click here to download the English and Spanish versions of the letter that was mailed home to students in late July
Congratulations to all our athletes honored in our virtual athletic awards!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMezWTGFjzE&feature=youtu.be
COVID-19 has kept some Chatham County residents from securing food. They may benefit from the newly created Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Program.
The program provides benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer card, or EBT card. The benefits are for children who would receive free or reduced-priced meals, so it is very important to make sure the address on file for students is correct. The data manager at the appropriate school for students should be contacted to make updates to addresses, or call 919-542-6400 to make updates.
No application process is necessary to receive P-EBT benefits. The card will function like a standard EBT card, and the same guidelines will apply.
Those already receiving Food and Nutrition Services benefits will receive an additional benefit on their existing EBT card in the next few weeks. Those eligible for P-EBT benefits who are not already enrolled in Food and Nutrition Services benefits will receive a new EBT card in the next few weeks. Before that card arrives, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will mail a letter explaining how to activate the card and how to use it.
The Chatham County Department of Social Services will receive questions about this program by phone at 919-542-2759 or through email at askdss@chathamnc.org.
Those using P-EBT benefits are encouraged to also take advantage of meal distribution at designated public schools and community locations. The meals are free for anybody 18 years old and younger. Find local meal sites by texting FOODNC to 877-877. Spanish speakers may text COMIDA to 877-877.
Need something to read? Click here for info on accessing eBooks on your Chromebook or phone: https://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=16794
• Use a sturdy damp, not wet, lint-free paper or cloth.
• Spray or lightly dampen the cloth with rubbing alcohol.
• Any excess dampness will naturally and quickly dry. Do not wipe dry with another cloth.
DO NOT USE cleaners or wipes that contain either bleach or ammonia! These chemicals can damage your Chromebook, and you will be charged fees!
BUS TRANSPORTATION 2020-2021: If you need bus transportation next school year (morning pick, afternoon drop off, or both), please visit the link to sign up. This includes if you are currently signed up for a bus.
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
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.
As we continue to bring you At-Home Learning, here are some snapshots of how our teachers are working to keep you connected!
