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RJ Grey Junior High School

October 6, 2024

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Community Education Classes

American Sign Language Level 1 (Grades 4-8): October 23 - December 11

Students will acquire knowledge of basic, practical communication, such as salutations, opinions, introductions, and giving descriptions of people and things.

American Sign Language Level 3 (Grades 5 & Up): October 24 - December 12

This class is for students who have completed ASL Levels I & II. Participants will continue to enrich their signed vocabulary and knowledge of ASL grammar by engaging in conversations, role play, and other activities that will allow them to practice both their expressive and receptive language skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Ballet (Ages 11 - Adults): Session thru January 27

This class is designed to introduce or refine the basics and fundamentals of ballet in an age-appropriate class tailored to teens and adults. Students will learn the basic positions, musicality and cadence of a traditional ballet. 

Kids Steamed Bao & Gyoza (Ages 10+): October 26

Students will learn how to make everything from scratch.

Home Alone (Gr. 3+): October 26

The Home Alone class is designed to teach children simple rules and procedures for responsible self-care.

BLAST! Babysitter Lessons & Safety Training (Grades 6-8): December 2

A babysitting workshop and students received CPR/AED certification as well. 

Archery: Late Fall (Age 8+): November 4 - December 16

Participants proceed through a series of mini tournaments designed to advance them through the 10 ranks of the Jr. Olympic training program. All equipment is provided and families are encouraged.

Winter Basketball

Comm Ed basketball is a slam dunk! Registration is open for the Winter Basketball leagues, and you can check out all the details on our Basketball Page.

CLICK HERE to purchase your 2024 - 2025 ABSAF Pass!

Danny's Place Fall Programs

Estate Planning

Danny's Place is hosting a FREE Parent Info Night: "Protecting What Matters: Estate Planning for Parents of Tweens and Teens."

Partnering with The Parents Estate Planning Law Firm, PC, this insightful workshop, led by David Feakes, will equip you with essential strategies to ensure your children are cared for by the people you choose. Get answers to your questions and gain the confidence to secure your family's future.

When: October 15th

Time: 7 PM

RSVP today! www.dannys-place.org/estate-planning

Self-Defense Workshop

Empower Yourself with Practical, Effective Self-Defense!

Feeling confident in your safety can make all the difference. Join us at Danny’s Place on Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, at 7 PM for a transformative Self-Defense Workshop taught by internationally certified 5th Degree Black Belt instructors from Concord Self-Defense Academy.

This workshop is perfect for teens and young adults (ages 13+), women, parents, fitness enthusiasts, and high-risk professionals who want to build confidence and learn practical, life-saving techniques. You'll walk away with skills that can help you protect yourself in dangerous situations.

Fee: $50 per individual

Tip: Sign up with a friend or family member for partner-based practice!

Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself—reserve your spot today!

What's Next Starts Now!

Join the program that helps juniors and seniors prepare for life after high school, covering resumes, interviews, and college prep! Plan your future with confidence. Enroll now!

• Grades: 11-12
• Meets: Fridays, 3:15 - 4:30 PM
• Cost: $250 per season
• Sign Up: https://www.hisawyer.com/dannys-place/schedules/activity-set/963264

Financial Literacy

Master Your Money with Financial Literacy! 

Ready to take control of your financial future? Our FREE Financial Literacy course, taught by Northern Bank, will give your teen the tools to budget, save, and use credit wisely. Perfect for students in grades 9-12 who want to learn essential money management skills.

 Meets: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 PM

 Cost: Free

 Grades: 9-12

 Sign Up: https://www.hisawyer.com/.../schedules/activity-set/963253

Adulting 101

A series of workshops teaching essential life skills, like cooking and professional writing. Learn practical skills not covered in school. Sign up for hands-on workshops and get ready for adulthood!

• Grades: 9-12
• Meets: Mondays, 5:30 - 7:00 PM (monthly)
• Cost: $50 per workshop
• Sign Up: https://www.hisawyer.com/dannys-place/schedules/activity-set/963178

Other Programs: We have many other programs that your teen/kid can join! Please visit www.dannys-place.org/fall to learn more and register!

APPLE PIE BAKING CONTEST

Register now. Bakers of all ages are invited to submit an apple pie. Prizes for winner of best under-15 baker, and best adult baker. Pies must be delivered to the library on SATURDAY Oct 26th by 2pm for judging. Contestants should pre-register online here https://forms.gle/ASuKbFaFmNfsE7798 There are 20 places only.

So that the judges can compare apples to apples (so to speak) there are a few guidelines. BUT there are 20 places only... so read the guidelines then register your name as interested 

Guidelines: Pies are to be homemade including crust. Filling is to be just apples and spices (no other fruits). Your recipe should be submitted, including the type of apple(s) used. Pies should be in a 9-inch pie plate/pan. Non-edible materials/decoration not permitted. Judging to be conducted by library staff, last year's competition winners, and a volunteer from the Acton Woman’s Club. Sponsor: Friends of the Acton Libraries.

The public is welcome and invited on Sunday Oct 27th at 2pm for the prize giving, and to enjoy the pies with cheese, cider and more. 

New Process for Daily Announcement Sign Ups!

The School invites any interested parent or guardian to sign up to receive our Daily Announcements email. The Daily Announcements email is exactly what it sounds like. Generally, in mid-morning, our Main Office will compile any of our ongoing or new announcements and send them to interested families. Examples of parts of our email would be: listing which clubs meet that week; sign ups for Ski Club; Jazz Band auditions; when the next Early Release is; and notification of a postponed athletic game or meet. We don't use the Daily Announcements to send emergency information. 

This year, we have moved to sending our Daily Announcements through Parent Square. Please click on the link below to sign up. If you're already registered with Parent Square, just sign in and got to Groups and add the Daily Announcements to your groups. If you are not yet registered, you will need to enter the email address that we have on file (the address where you are receiving this message).

Please click here to sign up to receive the Daily Announcements email!

LATE BUS

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The Late Bus will arrive at the Junior High at approximately 4:30pm each day (Monday through Friday), and then pick up students at the High School at approximately 4:40pm. The Late Bus will then depart the campus around 4:45pm and begin its route.  The Late Bus will not be in service on days when both the Junior High and High School have an early release schedule.

Free Breakfast and Lunch at RJ Grey

AB Food Services is excited to serve healthy and delicious breakfast and lunch to all students in the district. Breakfast is available at all schools 20 minutes before the start of school. All lunches include entrée, milk choice, fruit, and vegetables. 

 ALL students can receive one breakfast and one lunch every school day at no charge for the school year 2024-2025!

Even though meals are at no charge this year, we encourage families to apply for free/reduced-price meals as you may be eligible for additional benefits. You may apply for free/reduced-price meals here. If you receive an email in August from Food Services stating your child is eligible for free/reduced-price meals, you do NOT need to apply again.

Absent, Tardy & Dismissals

Parent/Guardians: Please email the Main Office with all planned absences. You will receive a confirmation email.

rjgrey_main_office@abschools.org

(Please include your student's full name/grade and DATES of absence)

Main Office: 978-264-3350

Before 8am, ext. 3333

After 8am, ext. 3304

Please note: ALL dismissals are due by 8:00am RJ Grey website

ITEMS NEEDED FOR RESOURCE CENTER

As you begin spring cleaning, the Acton-Boxborough Resource Center (ABRC) would appreciate the following clean, gently used or new condition donations.

Please note, there is a donation container in front of the Administration Building where donations can be dropped off anytime.  

Backpacks

Lunchboxes

Water bottles

New youth size underwear

Youth socks

Children's clothing size 10 and smaller, especially boys

Footwear of any kind or size, especially sneakers 

X-Large/Large reusable shopping bags

Plastic hangers (kids and adult)

School supplies; crayons, highlighters, pencils, markers, colored pencils, small pencil sharpeners, pencil grips, pencil pouches

Safety tip scissors for elementary aged children

Mini tissues

Single subject notebooks

Construction paper

Glue sticks

Pocket folders

Activity books; word search, coloring, sticker