Mr. Swiatowicz Gives the JJMS Performance of Hamlet Two Thumbs Up!
Ready for an unforgettable weekend? Don’t miss the JJMS production of Hamlet—where classic drama meets unexpected laughs! Experience Shakespeare’s masterpiece like never before, with a hilarious twist that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Grab your friends and family, head to the JJMS Theater Entrance, and get your tickets for just $10. This is one show you’ll be talking about long after the curtain falls! Show Times: 11/14- 7pm, 11/15 -1pm & 7pm.
Ready for an unforgettable weekend? Don’t miss the JJMS production of Hamlet—where classic drama meets unexpected laughs! Experience Shakespeare’s masterpiece like never before, with a hilarious twist that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Grab your friends and family, head to the JJMS Theater Entrance, and get your tickets for just $10. This is one show you’ll be talking about long after the curtain falls! Show Times: 11/14- 7pm, 11/15 -1pm & 7pm.
KLSD is collaborating with the Northwell School Mental Health Partnership to foster well-being in all students. Find the November newsletter here.
Happy Halloween! The JJMS Weekly Update can be found here. https://secure.smore.com/n/fv7yt
Have a great weekend! JJMS Weekly Update can be found here. Spirit Week kicks off Monday, 10/27. https://secure.smore.com/n/47mpa
Have a great weekend! https://secure.smore.com/n/0m12t
The Office of Curriculum and Instruction shared a presentation with the Board of Education on Pillar 6 of the KLSD Vision 2030 - Collaborative Educators. A key focus across our schools and district is Professional Learning Communities (PLC) - groups of educators who regularly collaborate, share best practices, and improve instructional strategies.
To learn more, view the report here: https://www.klschools.org/page/empowering-all
To learn more, view the report here: https://www.klschools.org/page/empowering-all
9/26 Weekly Newsletter https://secure.smore.com/n/y7vgj
RoshHashanahSchoolClosureReminder
Parents, as a reminder, there is no school tomorrow, 9/23, or Wednesday, 9/24, as we honor Rosh Hashanah.
To our JJMS families who celebrate Rosh Hashana, we’d like to wish you a Shanah Tovah.
JJMS Spirit Week continues when we return.
Recap: First Day of School at JJMS ! https://secure.smore.com/n/fwkam
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Please join the John Jay Middle School PTO for the BACK TO SCHOOL Color Run/Walk
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Please join the John Jay Middle School PTO for the BACK TO SCHOOL Color Run/Walk
https://jjmspto.membershiptoolkit.com/store/19614
Board of Education Seeks Committee Members! KLSD Board of Education is inviting community members to serve on three sub-committees: the Audit Committee, Finance Committee, and Sustainability Committee. Those interested in participating must send a letter of interest and resume to the District Clerk by Tuesday, August 19. MORE: https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/updated-board-of-education-seeks-community-members
Katonah-Lewisboro School’s next Board of Education meeting is on Thursday, July 24. The Public Session begins at 7 pm in the John Jay High School Library. The agenda includes the 2025 - 2026 Adoption of Tax Levy.
Click here for the meeting's agenda and streaming link:
https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/july-24-2025-board-of-education-meeting
Click here for the meeting's agenda and streaming link:
https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/july-24-2025-board-of-education-meeting
Katonah-Lewisboro School’s next Board of Education meeting is on Thursday, June 26. The Public Session begins at 6:30 pm in the John Jay High School Library. The Agenda includes the 2025 - 2026 District Safety Plan Public Hearing.
Click here for the meeting's agenda and streaming link:
https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/june-26-2025-board-of-education-meeting
Katonah-Lewisboro School’s Board of Education is meeting on Tuesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 12. The June 10 meeting is Executive Session only. The Public Session of the June 12 meeting begins at 7:30 pm. in the John Jay High School Library. The Agenda includes:
- Presentation - Altaris School and Safety Review
- Presentation - Public Consulting Group (PCG) - Special Education Review
Click here for the meeting's agenda and streaming link:
https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/june-10-and-june-12-2025-board-of-education-meetings?fbclid=IwY2xjawK1FSVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjTXZUaXBEWWRid2E2ajhxAR7fjLtru1_qGRFqEXP4EZzYWgmnczGIw7Xi1Plc-wQKLO1CnvVG5-EdKHu9Qw_aem_16-a_iCkeL6-LTiWlfYmrg
🐜 : MPES grade 2 Insect Museum
Congratulations to John Jay Robotics—it was awarded $8,000 from the Gene Haas Foundation.
"We’re incredibly grateful for this generous support,” said Jonathan Peter, robotics teacher at John Jay. “These funds will go directly toward parts and equipment to help our teams compete with at the highest level.”
In the past two years, John Jay’s robotics teams have represented the school at the World Championships and brought home New York State titles. “We’re excited for what’s ahead,” added Peter. “Next season is shaping up to be one of our best yet.”
Katonah-Lewisboro’s next Board of Education meeting is Thursday, June 5, in John Jay High School’s cafeteria. The evening features the recognition of tenure candidates, retirees and outgoing Board of Education trustees.
A reception will be held in the John Jay High School cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. for tenure recipients, retirees and their guests. The public session begins at 6:30 p.m.
Click here for the meeting's agenda and streaming link:
https://klschools.edurooms.com/engage/klsd-board-of-education/newsletters/june-5-2025-boe-meeting-notice
🧶: IMES third graders’ yarn birds
Important information for rising 8th grade student athletes interested in trying out for a Varsity or JV sports team this fall. This opportunity is for students who have excelled in their sport and have an advanced skill set and maturity level. Students interested must complete all the attached requirements and successfully pass 4 out of the 5 fitness components to be eligible for tryouts.
Parent/Guardians of interested student athletes should complete the APP forms found on this link to the Athletic Office no later than Friday, June 6th: https://www.klschools.org/page/athletic-placement-process-app
Due to the forecasted rain, we will be postponing Field Day and moving it to the scheduled rain date of Friday, May 30th.
Tomorrow, Thursday, May 29th, will be a regular school day with a normal class schedule. Students do not need to wear their team color.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility, and we look forward to a fun and sunny Field Day on the 30th!
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Thank you to everyone who voted! The school budget passed, as did the two propositions related to energy savings.
The newly elected Board of Education trustees are:
Jon Poffenberger
Arwen Thomas Belloni
Carolyn Snell
The unofficial results are as follows:
Proposition #1
Yes: 744
No: 309
Proposition #2
Yes: 826
No: 226
Proposition #3:
Yes: 807
No: 244
Arwen Thomas Belloni: 790
Jon Poffenberger: 766
Carolyn Snell: 825
Congratulations to our new and returning trustees! We deeply appreciate the community's support of our schools and our students, and look forward to the work ahead, Empowering All.
Sincerely,
Ray Blanch
Superintendent of Schools
Reminder: 5th Grade Parent Orientation - 5/1/25 https://secure.smore.com/n/wfrq8