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Iron Horse Jaguar News
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October 14, 2019
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Change in Drop off/Pick up Procedure
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Reminder,
beginning today, Monday, October 14
, if you plan to travel northbound on Alcosta after pick up/drop-off, that you use Area 1 and if you are traveling southbound that you use Area 2. There will be no right turns allowed out of the turnaround on to Alcosta. We want to try this to increase safety for students that are crossing Alcosta at the light.
If you have concerns please reach out to me or you can contact Assistant Director of Secondary Education, Chris George,
[email protected]
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2019 Halloween Dance
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Friday, October 18
6-8:00pm
IHMS MPR
Tickets will be sold for $5 for regular entry or $10 for VIP which includes a Bottled Water, Candy, Front of the Line Pass and a Ticket for 1 FREE Photo Booth Picture.
Tickets will be sold during break and after school in the Student Store on
October 14, 15, 16 and 17th.
Halloween Attire and Costumes are allowed!
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CJSF Halloween Grams for SALE!!
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The annual CJSF Halloween Gram sale begins Monday, October 14 through Monday, October 28, or while supplies last. Each gram costs 50¢ and may be purchased at break or lunch outside the CMR. Parents may purchase grams in the front office. 
All purchased and completed grams may be placed in the Halloween box located in the front office no later than Tuesday, October 29 by the end of morning break.
Halloween grams will be delivered on October 31 at the end of the day.
Important:
Please add the recipient's first AND last name along with their 7th period teacher and classroom to ensure delivery. Thank you!
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IHMS Dine In Fundraiser - ENTIRE Month of October!
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Sakiya Sushi has a special for us! For the ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER,
if you Dine-In or Take-Out for lunch and dinner, from 11:30am to 9:30pm, Sak
iya will donate 20% of the purchases!
Sakiya has udon noodles, curry rice dishes, tempura and teriyaki combination plates and of course, amazing sushi rolls! Show them the flyer on your phone or just mention Iron Horse and Sakiya will donate 20% of the pre-tax bill to Iron Horse.
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IHMS Climate and Culture
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This month we celebrate the strengths of Humility and Determination!
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IHMS Dine In Fundraiser - Chipotle
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For our October Dine-In or Take-Out Event, we have a very special Dine-In for you!
On Tuesday, October 22nd, we have returning one of the MOST popular Dine-In or Take-Out locations for you, CHIPOTLE! From 5:00pm to 9:00pm, Chipotle is donating 33% of the proceeds! Show the flyer or tell the cashier you're supporting Iron Horse.
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Red Ribbon Week - October 28th - 31st
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Red Ribbon Week
is our nation's oldest and largest drug prevention program. The campaign is a unified way for communities to learn about drug use and its consequences.
To promote substance abuse prevention, IHMS will recognize will recognized Red Ribbon Week with the following activities:
Monday, October 28th
: Wear Red Day
Tuesday, October 29th
: Super Hero Dress up Day
Wednesday, October 30th
: Crazy Hair Day
Thursday, October 31st:
Wear your Halloween Costume
Friday:
NoSchool
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Celebrate your 8th grader by putting a dedication in the yearbook. Prices go up November 15th.
- Click "Buy a Yearbook Ad" then follow the instructions.
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The 8th grade Panoramic picture will be taken on Tuesday, October 22nd during Tutorial. If you would like to purchase a keepsake 10x30 group picture, turn in order form along with cash or check made out IHMS. $20 for unframed, $45 for a framed pic.
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Donors Choose: Connecting the Public to Public Schools
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Iron Horse Middle School has several Teachers  with Donor's Choose projects that are in need of funding.
| Ms. Castro |
Mrs. Stevens |
Ms. Granger |
| Mrs. Gonzales |
Mrs. George |
Ms. Mamizuka |
| Mrs. Lowe |
Ms. Tully |
Ms. Beardman |
Please check out the below link and donate if you can!
Bonus! Donations can be matched with Corporate matching as well!
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8th Grade Spring Break Trip
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Attention 8
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Grader Parents - Trip to Washington D.C, Philadelphia & New York
Join the trip of a lifetime with your friends and classmates from Iron Horse Middle School to Washington D.C., Philadelphia & New York. The trip will take place over Spring Break, 2020 (April 3-9, 2020) and is open to all current 8th graders and their families.
There is a maximum of 40 spaces available for both students and parents and we do anticipate that the trip WILL sell out! All registrations are accepted on a 1st come, 1st serve basis and the only way to secure your child's and/or your space on the trip is to register a.s.a.p. For further information, please contact your trip coordinator:
Lisa Mittone at
[email protected]
** This is not a district or school sponsored trip **
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Anxiety, Stress and Trauma-Proof Your Family
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Greenbrook Elementary PTA invites the SRVUSD community to attend its parent education night on
Thursday, October 17, 7-8pm
in the Greenbrook Elementary School MPR, 1475 Harlan Dr., Danville.
Join parenting Coach, Yvette Givvin, for an interactive and informative workshop where she will help you and your family learn strategies to reduce anxiety, stress and the effects of trauma. Audience members will learn practical tools and skills to help reset the nervous system and transform their homes. Registration is not required.
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SRVUSD & SRV Council of PTAs Present, the "Truth About Vaping" Education Night
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Vaping and e-cigarettes are a growing health concern in our schools. The tobacco industry have modified their products to appeal to young, school aged children. Nate Biggs, Coalition Director at SpeakUp!
https://www.golead.co will be presenting many such facts at some middle school student assemblies during the week of October 28 and thus empowering our students to make good decisions.
The same week, SRVUSD has also scheduled 3 parent-only sessions.
Parents of middle and high schools students are encouraged to attend one of the Truth About Vaping parent-only sessions:
- Monday, October 28 at California High School Theater, 7:00pm. Register Here!
- Tuesdays, October 29 at Dougherty Valley High School Theater, 7:00pm. Register Here!
- Wednesday, October 30 at Monte Vista High School Library, 7:00pm. Register Here!
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Support IHMS Ed Fund via AmazonSmile App
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If you are an AmazonSmile customer, you can now support Iron Horse Middle School Education Fund in the Amazon shopping app on your Android device! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations. (Please note: AmazonSmile is not yet available for iOS users.)
- If you have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping App, open the App on your Android device.
- View Settings and select AmazonSmile.
- Follow the in-App instructions to complete the process.
If you do not have the latest version of the Amazon Shopping App, update your App. Click
here
for instructions.
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Invitation to Stanford CHIPAO Parent Playbook: Improving Understanding and Communications between Family Members and Teens
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In partnership with the Culture to Culture Foundation, the SRV Council of PTAs invites middle an
d high school families to the Stanford CHIPAO Parent Playbook on Sunday, November 3, 2019, 2:00 -
5:00pm at the Monte Vista High School Workday Center.
Stanford CHIPAO (Communication Health Interactive for Parents of Adolescents & Others) is a program of insightful and entertaining workshops by Stanford faculty to help families communicate more effectively. Understanding and communicating with teenagers is challenging for many families. From academic expectations to dating, to
how teens spend their time and their allowance, issues surrounding these and other areas can bring on great stress and family conflicts. CHIPAO uses vignette/role playing to describe and address relatable situations that happen in families. At the end of the program, they will then open up a forum for discussion, questions and answers. You will learn about strategies for parents and other family members to help foster familial understanding and avoid generational differences.
Sample vignettes to watch:
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2019 Ski & Snowboard Swap hosted by SRVHS PTSA!
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The SRVHS Ski & Snowboard Swap, hosted by the SRVHS PTSA, is a great place to outfit your family with winter gear for skiing and snowboarding at discount prices.
The event will take place in the SRV High School Commons (next to the Performing Arts Center), Saturday, Nov 16th, from 9am to 3pm (Admission is $5/person, children 5 and under are free with an adult). There will be a huge selection of new and used skis, boards, boots, poles, helmets, goggles, and outerwear in adult and children's sizes, along with expert advice to make sure you get just the right fit.
The Ski Swap is accepting donations of gently used ski, boards, boots and outerwear.
If you have gently used equipment or outerwear that your family has outgrown or no longer needs, you can donate it to the swap. The funds raised from its sale will go back to the school to help fund educational programs. All donations are tax deductible. Email us for a pick up
[email protected]
or bring your donations to the Commons Friday, Nov 15th from 5-7pm. Visit
www.srvskiswap.com
for more details.
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SRVUSD is Hiring in Food Services
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The San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) is now hiring for Food Service jobs. SRVUSD Child Nutrition staff members are committed to providing children with nourishing food that will further help our dedicated, passionate and committed teachers raise the bar for all students.
Benefits of Working for Child Nutrition:
- Great Pay
- Fun Working Environment
- Great Hours 10:00 - 1:30
- School Holiday Schedule
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Don't underestimate the power of a Jaguar!
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(925) 790-2500 Office | 925-790-2599 Attendance Line
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