Hope you had a relaxing weekend! We have an eventful week ahead, take a look at what’s coming up and stay informed about this week’s events!
March Attendance Challenge - We have an exciting challenge this month! Every Thursday, students who are present will receive a limited edition JJ Jaguar sticker. But that’s not all—students who have perfect attendance on all four Thursdays in March will earn a BIG exclusive JJ Jaguar sticker! Let’s make every day count and show up for success!
Read Across America - Juniper School is celebrating its 26th Annual Read Across America Celebration from March 3rd - 7th! This special tradition honors beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss and encourages all adults to read to a child. Throughout the week, we’ll welcome guest readers from the community, including a local author, City Council Members, EPD Officers, EUSD Board Members, Administration, and Juniper Staff, who will visit classrooms to share their love of reading. We’re also adding some fun spirit days to the celebration.
March 3rd: Wear Red, Black, and White
March 7th: Dress as your favorite book character!
5th grade Field Trip - Our 5th graders are heading to San Elijo Lagoon for an exciting field trip! Students in Ms. Sanvictores' and Mrs. Seever's classes will go on March 4th, while students in Mrs. Catalanotto's and Mrs. Winkler's classes will go on March 5th. Please make sure your child wears comfortable clothing, shoes, and water. We’re looking forward to a great learning experience! If parents are interested in volunteering, please contact your child’s teacher. Volunteers must have already completed the required volunteer application.
Kids Heart Challenge - Kids Heart Challenge has kicked off! Students are learning how to have happy and healthy hearts while raising lifesaving donations to help others with special hearts. Plus, your family can learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR through Finn’s Mission! Join the team TODAY at www.heart.org/schools or by accessing the AHA Schools App for Apple or Android on your student’s iPad device. Collect your own quack attack crew ducks who remind us to be heart healthy when you raise lifesaving donations to help others! Complete Finn’s Mission and receive your own Heart Hero Cape and be entered to win 2 tickets to Super Bowl LX in 2026!! Meet heart survivor Finn and hear how completing Finn’s Mission gives hope to everyone, everywhere. The last day to participate is March 14th! Let’s save lives together! Thank you for being a Heart Hero!
Shamrock Grams - Juniper ASB is selling Shamrock Grams for $1 each (limit 3 per student) starting March 4th! All Shamrock Grams will be delivered on March 17th! Don't miss out on this fun way to spread some luck and cheer!
Report Cards - Trimester 2 Report Cards will be sent home on March 7th, please make sure to check your child’s backpack.
PTA Chocolate Fundraiser - Our Chocolate Fundraiser kickoff will begin on March 3. Permission slips will be sent home that same day. Once the permission slip is returned, students who are participating will receive one box of chocolate. Please note that unsold chocolate bars cannot be returned, and it is the responsibility of the student/parent. Thank you for your support!
ELPAC Testing - ELPAC testing will begin on March 10 through March 28, for students in 3rd-5th grade. It is very important for your child to be present and arrive at school on time during these testing dates. If you have Dr. appointments please try to schedule them after school so that it doesn’t interrupt the test.
