News Flash | Jamboree, Teacher Appreciation, Volunteer Registration Deadline

Posted on by Josh Bryant

This Week’s News Flash:

  • Annual Joyner Jamboree 
  • Science Go Round
  • PTA & No Fuss Fundraiser Makes A Difference
  • Friendly Reminders 
  • Calendar 

Be sure to check out the bottom of each week’s NewsFlash for upcoming important dates.  Also you can view the school and PTA calendar at (https://joynerpta.com/calendar/) and link it to your own Google Calendar. Want to learn or refresh on JYJ lingo?  Check out our glossary of terms to get up to speed.

JYJ Jamboree is Almost Here!   

Mark your calendars and clear your schedules, the Joyner Jamboree is October 18th from 5:30 – 8 p.m.  Avoid the lines and buy your wristbands in advance.  Wristbands are $5 for kids (adults free) to enjoy all the activities. Food trucks will be on site for you to purchase dinner separately. 

Several ways to purchase your Jamboree tickets:

  • Purchase Online on Memberhub and just present your receipt at the check-in table 
  • At school in lobby the week of Oct 14-18th from 8:00-8:30 a.m. each day
  • The night of the event (bring small bills please!)

Volunteering at the event is always a blast, so click to sign up on MemberHub and be a part of the action!  Pick one shift and then relax for the rest of the event.  Looking forward to seeing you there!

Teacher Appreciation Day – October 11th 

Let’s show our teachers some extra love and appreciation on October 11th – our theme for the day is “We Couldn’t Have Picked Better Teachers and Staff”.  Every teacher has filled out their “Favorite Things” sheet which will be available through each Room Parent.  Please remember these are only suggestions, you are always welcome to pamper your teacher however you like. Also each class will be showering one of the JYJ staff members with appreciation as well – your room parent will be in touch on who your class will be recognizing.  

Science Go RoundWe are looking for some new members for our Science Go Round team!  This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, November 8th and we need committee members to help finalize the details of the event.  Please contact Katie Calvillo at katie@calvillo.com if you are able to help.  PTA Membership & Your No Fuss Donation Makes An ImpactThanks to all who have taken the step to join the Joyner PTA and to give to the No Fuss Fundraiser!  Every dollar given above and beyond the membership fee goes directly back to Joyner to support the critical investments in updated technology, programs, grants and events that make our school so special. Take this quick and easy opportunity to show your support and donate today.  We are grateful for your support and commitment to Joyner!  Friendly reminders:

  • Don’t forget to register as WCPSS Volunteer by 10/30 – Interested in volunteering or chaperoning a field trip this year? If so, you must complete the required Volunteer Registration by Oct. 30thfrom a WCPSS computer.  Feel free to visit Joyner’s media center in the morning or afternoon to complete your registration by the 10/30 deadline.
  • TEK clubs have a few spots open this Fall!  Clubs will run on 6 consecutive Wednesdays: October 16-November 20 and clubs run from 3:30-4:45 p.m.  TEK supervises students prior to clubs beginning.  Clubs offered for students K-5 and cost is $140 for 6 sessions.  Please contact TEK to register or for more information.  Duval Fisher, 919-612-2982.
  • Sports After School with Coach Scott – Open for students K-5 and is held on Tuesdays immediately after school playing a variety of sports, fun games and activities that emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork and fun for all! The program runs for 4 consecutive weeks and cost is $60. The first session will kick off as soon as Kiwanis Park is completed and there are currently 4-5 spots available. Coach Scott picks up children from the walker hallway and escorts them directly down to Kiwanis to play.  Pick up time is 4:30 at Kiwanis parking lot and for those in Joyner after school program, he walks the students back up to school.  Contact Coach Scott with questions and to register.  

Calendar Items

  • Oct. 9: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 11: Teacher Appreciation Day/Theme:”We Couldn’t Have Picked Better Teachers and Staff”
  • Oct. 18: Joyner Jamboree
  • Nov. 1: Teacher Workday
  • Nov. 14: JYJ Foundation’s “Gym Jam” (held during recess for all students to participate)

Quick Links

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

News Flash | Family STEM Night, Jamboree, Fun and Easy Ways to Support Joyner

Posted on by Josh Bryant

This Week’s News Flash:

  • Family STEM Night
  • Get Ready for Joyner Jamboree 
  • No Fuss Fundraiser 
  • Friendly Reminders 
  • Calendar 

Be sure to check out the bottom of each week’s NewsFlash for upcoming important dates.  Also you can view the school and PTA calendar at (https://joynerpta.com/calendar/) and link it to your own Google Calendar. Want to learn or refresh on JYJ lingo?  Check out our glossary of terms to get up to speed.

College of Engineering Family STEM Night on October 3rd!Bring your family and join in on the fun!  From 6pm-7:15pm in the Joyner Cafeteria.  This event will be hosted by N.C. State Graduate Engineering students and is a wonderful opportunity for our kids to explore the world of science, technology, engineering and math!    

Get Ready for JYJ Jamboree Oct. 18th 

Mark your calendars and clear your schedules, the Joyner Jamboree is October 18th from 5:30 – 8 p.m. All of the fun favorites are back for this annual family event! Wristbands are $5 for kids (adults free) to enjoy all the activities.  Food trucks will also be on site for you to purchase dinner separately. 

Avoid the lines and buy your wristbands in advance – they will be available for purchase at school during the week of the event from 8-8:30 each day.  Online sales are also available now on Memberhub.  Just present your receipt at the check-in table.  Tickets will be available for purchase the night of the event (small bills please!).    

Volunteering at the event is always a blast, so click to sign up on MemberHub and be a part of the action!  Positions are available for both youth and adult volunteers.  Pick one shift and then relax for the rest of the event.  We are also seeking a few Joyner alums (middle and high schoolers!) to help out in the Haunted Hallway!  To volunteer for the Hallway, contact Kenya Reynard directly at skreygirls@gmail.com or (919)491-0120. Supporting Joyner is Just a Click Away – Join the PTA and our No Fuss Fundraiser! Thanks to all who have taken the step to join the Joyner PTA and to give to the No Fuss Fundraiser!  Every dollar given above and beyond the membership fee goes directly back to Joyner to support the many great programs, grants and events that make our school so special.  Take this quick and easy opportunity to show your support and donate today.  We are grateful for your support and commitment to Joyner!  Friendly reminders:

  • Don’t forget to register as WCPSS Volunteer by 10/30 – Interested in volunteering or chaperoning a field trip this year? If so, you must complete the required Volunteer Registration by Oct. 30th from a WCPSS computer.  Feel free to visit Joyner’s media center in the morning or afternoon to complete your registration by the 10/30 deadline.
  • Fall TEK Clubs – It’s not too late to register as some clubs have open spots.  Please contact TEK for more information.  Clubs run on Wednesdays October 16-November 20.  Duval Fisher, 919-612-2982.
  • Sports After School with Coach Scott – Open for students K-5 and is held on Tuesdays immediately after school playing a variety of sports, fun games and activities that emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork and fun for all! The program runs for 4 consecutive weeks and cost is $60. The first session will kick off as soon as Kiwanis Park is completed and there are currently 4-5 spots available. Coach Scott picks up children from the walker hallway and escorts them directly down to Kiwanis to play.  Pick up time is 4:30 at Kiwanis parking lot and for those in Joyner after school program, he walks the students back up to school.  Contact Coach Scott with questions and to register.  

Calendar Items

  • Oct. 7: Fall Picture Day
  • Oct. 9: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 11: Teacher Appreciation Day/Theme:”We Couldn’t Have Picked Better Teachers and Staff”.  (Ideas: Bring in their favorite fruit/snack, bring in their favorite flower)
  • Oct. 18: Joyner Jamboree
  • Nov. 1: Teacher Workday

Quick Links

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

News Flash | Open House, Deadlines for Jagwear & GoPlaySave, Volunteer at Jamboree

Posted on by Josh Bryant

This Week’s News Flash:

  • Open House this Thursday 26th
  • Teacher Workdays
  • This Week’s Deadlines: Jagwear and GoPlaySave 
  • Volunteer at Jamboree 
  • Sports with Coach Scott
  • Teacher Appreciation Dates & Themes
  • Friendly Reminders 
  • Calendar 

Be sure to check out the bottom of each week’s NewsFlash for upcoming important dates.  Also you can view the school and PTA calendar at (https://joynerpta.com/calendar/) and link it to your own Google Calendar. Want to learn or refresh on JYJ lingo?  Check out our glossary of terms to get up to speed.

Open House this Thursday!

Open House starts Thursday at 5:00 pm for the first session – visit your child’s classroom to learn about the school year.  Then at 5:45 head to the gym for the PTA General Meeting (PTA meeting agenda) and a chance to hear from Ms. Zezza.  At 6:15 pm there will be a second session in the classrooms (same information shared by teachers as the first session – no need to attend both). Look forward to seeing you all there!

*Click here if you’d like to review the minutes from PTA meeting held on 9/3/19. 

Teacher Workday Updates 

School will be closed on the following upcoming dates for teacher workdays: 

  • Monday, Sept 30th
  • Wednesday, Oct. 9th 
  • Friday, Nov. 1st

*WCPSS has designated Thurs. Oct. 31st as a makeup day and school will be open.

Jagwear – Deadline Sept. 27th

Don’t miss out on this once a year opportunity to get your Jagwear!  Order forms have been sent home or order online at https://jyj.memberhub.store/.  All orders are due by September 27th paid in full to Joyner PTA.  This year we have a new softer style T-shirt and a Joyner string bag! Email Susie Petretich with any questions.  

GoPlay Save books – Deadline Sept. 27th

Don’t forget all GoPlaySave envelopes must be returned by this Friday, Sept. 27th.  Good news – $15 from every book sold comes directly back to Joyner!  Refer to the sheets enclosed in your envelope for more information about selling and prizes.  Thank you for your support!

JYJ Jamboree Oct. 18th – Volunteers Needed

We need many helpers to make the annual Jamboree a success.  Volunteering at the event is always a blast, so click to sign up on MemberHub and be a part of the action.  Positions are available for both youth and adult volunteers.  Pick one shift and then relax for the rest of the event.  We are also seeking a few Joyner alums (middle and high schoolers!) to help out in the Haunted Hallway!  To volunteer for the Hallway, contact Kenya Reynard directly at skreygirls@gmail.com or (919)491-0120. Thanks in advance for your support! 

Sports with Coach Scott

Sports After School with Coach Scott is back again this year for Joyner families. Open for students K-5 and is held on Tuesdays immediately after school playing a variety of sports, fun games and activities that emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork and fun for all! The program runs for 4 consecutive weeks and cost is $60. The first session will kick off as soon as Kiwanis Park is completed and there are currently 4-5 spots available. Coach Scott picks up children from the walker hallway and escorts them directly down to Kiwanis to play.  Pick up time is 4:30 at Kiwanis parking lot and for those in Joyner after school program, he walks the students back up to school.  Contact Coach Scott with questions and to register.  

JYJ Teacher Appreciation Dates and Themes

Welcome Parents to the 2019-20’ school year! We are excited to kick off Teacher Appreciation. If you are new to Joyner, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation all through the year. Each celebration is solely funded by the PTA. This year we have chosen 4 dates for you to spoil your teachers! We do provide 3 Teacher Luncheons throughout the year. Listed below are the dates, themes and parent suggestions for this year.  Each teacher has filled out a “Favorite Things” sheet which will be available through each Room Parent.  Please remember these are only suggestions, you are always welcome to pamper your teacher however you like. 

  • October 11 – “We Couldn’t Have Picked Better Teachers and Staff”.  Parent Suggestions: bring in their favorite fruit/snack, bring in their favorite flower
  • November 15 – “Mucho Gracias”. Parent Suggestions: Bring in their favorite snack/fruit, bring in their favorite flower, have your child write them a note of thanks. 
  • December- Christmas Luncheon
  • February 14 – “Thanks for giving all your HEART”. Parent Suggestions: favorite candy, flowers, handwritten note telling your teacher what you LOVE about them
  • March 27 – “Thanks for a Picture Perfect Year”. Parent Suggestions: bag of popcorn, picture frame, favorite candy, draw your teacher a picture
  • June – End of School Luncheon

Friendly reminders:

Science Olympiad – On Open House night, please stop by the Overhang to join the Science Olympiad team for Family Science Night.  We will be ready with an Explorers Guide for each family.  Have fun building and exploring science with our family friendly science events and games.  Complete your Explorers Guide to earn a cool science prize!  The fun begins at 4:45 pm under the Overhang.  Questions? Contact Kara Cypher.

WCPSS Volunteer Registration – Interested in volunteering or chaperoning a field trip this year? If so, you must complete the required Volunteer Registration by Oct. 30th from a WCPSS computer.  Feel free to visit Joyner’s media center in the morning or afternoon to complete your registration by the 10/30 deadline.

Support Joyner’s BackPack Buddies Program – BackPack Buddies provides weekend meals for kids who might not otherwise have enough food at home over the weekend. Inter-Faith Food Shuttle delivers non-perishable food to our school, which is packed into bags by our volunteers and distributed discreetly to the kids on Fridays. It costs $365 per child to send home an assortment of food each and every weekend.  Consider donating (any amount) towards Joyner’s Backpack Buddies program this year!  Your gift is tax-deductible and you’ll receive a donation letter from Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Checks may also be sent to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle (1001 Blair Drive, Raleigh NC 27603) with JYJ BackPack Buddies in the subject line. Our program is solely funded through donations like yours and the funds need to be raised up front to determine how many children may participate in the program.  Consider a donation today. Interested in volunteering with our BackPack Buddies team? Email Marisa Bryant for more information. Thank you for your support!  

Fall TEK Clubs – Space still available! It’s not too late to register as some clubs have open spots.  Please contact TEK for more information.  Clubs run on Wednesdays October 16-November 20.  Duval Fisher, 919-612-2982. 

Calendar Items

  • Sept. 26: Open House:1st session 5:00, PTA General Meeting 5:45, 2nd session 6:15  
  • Sept. 30: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 7: Fall Picture Day
  • Oct. 9: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 11: Teacher Appreciation Day
  • Oct. 18: Joyner Jamboree
  • Nov. 1: Teacher Workday

Quick Links

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

No Fuss Fundraiser – Quick & Easy, TEK Club, Backpack Buddies

Posted on by Josh Bryant

This Week’s News Flash:

  • Joyner’s Quick and Easy No Fuss Fundaiser
  • TEK Club Registration
  • Joyner’s Selfie Spot
  • Science Olympiad
  • Jagwear
  • BackPack Buddies Program
  • Friendly Reminders 
  • Calendar 

Be sure to check out the bottom of each week’s NewsFlash for upcoming important dates.  Also you can view the school and PTA calendar at (https://joynerpta.com/calendar/) and link it to your own Google Calendar.Want to learn or refresh on JYJ lingo?  Check out our glossary of terms to get up to speed.

Thank you Joyner Families!

We had so much fun with all our friends and family at the JYJ Skate party last week.  What an amazing turnout!  A big shout out goes to United Skates of America who generously donated 100% of admission from the event to the Joyner PTA.  Not only did we get to spend a fun night with our Joyner community, we were able to raise $1,940 to benefit the school!  Thank you!

Joyner PTA Membership and No Fuss Donation – Quick and Easy!

The Joyner PTA’s primary purpose is to support the Joyner staff and teachers, the students and their families.  Donating to the PTA could not be easier.  The NO FUSS FUNDRAISER is happening NOW!  It costs $5 to join the PTA and any dollar amount over that stays right here at Joyner to fund our school.  Both your dues and your donation are 100% tax deductible. Join and give online at (https://jyj.memberhub.store/) or download the paper forms (in English and Spanish) from the Files section of MemberHub. Don’t forget to check with your employer to see if there is a matching donation program.  Thank you for supporting our Joyner family in your donation!

Fall TEK Club registration Thursday, Sept. 19th! 

TEK Club registration is this Thursday, Sept. 19th from 8:00-8:30 a.m. in the JYJ Media center.  Forms may be turned in by students or parents.  Registration forms and descriptions may be found here. Please contact TEK with any questions: duval@teachingenrichmentkids.com.  

Joyner’s Selfie Spot: IBelieve I Can FlyOur IB Priorities help all of our students take wing and now they can literally. Check out the new IB Selfie Spot in the front hallway; courtesy of the tremendous artistic talent of Joyner Mom Denise Hughes, and funded by the PTA Cultural Arts Committee. As a committee we felt strongly that no one better exemplifies the true spirit of our IB traits than each and every one of our students so we created wings that can be worn by all students. On your way in to school, see if you and your student(s) can find this month’s IB trait of the month: Thinkers on our mural! #IBelieve#JYJ  @DeniseHughesArt                                              

Science Olympiad

On Open House night, please stop by the Overhang to join the Science Olympiad team for Family Science Night.  We will be ready with an Explorers Guide for each family.  Have fun building and exploring science with our family friendly science events and games.  Complete your Explorers Guide to earn a cool science prize!  The fun begins at 4:45 pm under the Overhang.  Questions? Contact Kara Cypher.

Jagwear

Show your family’s Joyner pride with Joyner t-shirts!  Jagwear order forms have been sent home or order online at https://jyj.memberhub.store/.  Orders are due (paid in full to Joyner PTA) on September 27th.  This year we have a new softer style T-shirt and a Joyner string bag! Email Susie Petretich with any questions.  

Support Joyner’s BackPack Buddies Program 

We need your help to fill hungry bellies through Joyner’s BackPack Buddies Program! BackPack Buddies provides weekend meals for kids who might not otherwise have enough food at home over the weekend. Inter-Faith Food Shuttle delivers non-perishable food to our school, which is packed into bags by our volunteers and distributed discreetly to the kids on Fridays. It costs $365 per child to send home an assortment of food each and every weekend.  

Consider donating (any amount) towards Joyner’s Backpack Buddies program this year!  Your gift is tax-deductible and you’ll receive a donation letter from Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Checks may also be sent to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle (1001 Blair Drive, Raleigh NC 27603) with JYJ BackPack Buddies in the subject line. Our program is solely funded through donations like yours and the funds need to be raised up front to determine how many children may participate in the program.  Consider a donation today. Interested in volunteering with our BackPack Buddies team? Email Marisa Bryant for more information. Thank you for your support!  2019-20 BackPack Buddies Program Chairs, Mary Beth Laws, Marisa Bryant & Anne Reed 

Friendly reminders:

  • WCPSS Volunteer Registration – Interested in volunteering or chaperoning a field trip this year? If so, you must complete the required Volunteer Registration by Oct. 30th from a WCPSS computer.  Feel free to visit Joyner’s media center in the morning or afternoon to complete your registration by the 10/30 deadline.
  • Girls on the Run (GOTR) 2019-2020- Registration now open for interested 3rd-5th grade girls.  Season will run during the weeks of Sept 23 – Dec 9th.  There is currently one team that will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 – 4:30. The team will be capped at 18 and spots will be filled based on order of registration. If there is a waitlist, we will look at adding girls to the Tues/Thurs team or creating a Mon/Wed team. Email Shanna Schroeder or text 919.744.4915 with any questions.

Calendar Items

  • Sept. 26: Open House, 5 p.m. session 5:00 p.m, PTA General Meeting 5:45 p.m., session 6:15 p.m. 
  • Sept. 30: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 7: Fall Picture Day
  • Oct. 18: Joyner Jamboree
  • Oct. 31: Teacher Workday

Quick Links

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

NewsFlash | September’s Learning Trait, Joyner’s New Selfie Spot

Posted on by Josh Bryant

This Week’s News Flash:

  • Learner Profile Trait of the Month, “Thinkers”
  • Joyner’s New Selfie Spot
  • Science Olympiad
  • BackPack Buddies Program
  • Jagwear
  • PTA No Fuss Fundaiser
  • Friendly Reminders 
  • Calendar 

Be sure to check out the bottom of each week’s NewsFlash for upcoming important dates.  Also you can view the school and PTA calendar at (https://joynerpta.com/calendar/) and link it to your own Google Calendar.Want to learn or refresh on JYJ lingo?  Check out our glossary of terms to get up to speed.

Learner Profile Trait for September: “Thinkers”As an IB PYP School (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme), we are dedicated to modeling and teaching the learner profile supported by the attitudes of the profile. The learner profile is a “broad range of human capacities and responsibilities that go beyond academic success.” (IBO) The ten universal values develop lifelong learners and internationally minded citizens.  Our trait for September is “Thinkers”. We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions. Through the IB Learner Profile we strive to be Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-Minded, Caring, Risk-Takers, Balanced, and Reflective.  These are the day to day attitudes we use: appreciation, commitment, confidence, cooperation, creativity, curiosity, empathy, enthusiasm, independence, integrity, respect, and tolerance.  Questions?  Contact Sheryl Davis, M.Ed, Joyner’s Magnet Coordinator, Instructional Facilitator 

Check Out Joyner’s New Selfie Spot: IBelieve I Can FlyOur IB Priorities help all of our students take wing and now they can literally. Check out the new IB Selfie Spot in the front hallway; courtesy of the tremendous artistic talent of Joyner Mom Denise Hughes, and funded by the PTA Cultural Arts Committee. As a committee we felt strongly that no one better exemplifies the true spirit of our IB traits than each and every one of our students so we created wings that can be worn by all students. On your way in to school, see if you and your student(s) can find this month’s IB trait of the month: Thinkers on our mural!   

Science Olympiad

On Open House night, please stop by the Overhang to join the Science Olympiad team for Family Science Night.  We will be ready with an Explorers Guide for each family.  Have fun building and exploring science with our family friendly science events and games.  Complete your Explorers Guide to earn a cool science prize!  The fun begins at 4:45 pm under the Overhang.  Questions? Contact Kara Cypher.

Support Joyner’s BackPack Buddies Program 

We need your help to fill hungry bellies through Joyner’s BackPack Buddies Program! BackPack Buddies provides weekend meals for kids who might not otherwise have enough food at home over the weekend. Inter-Faith Food Shuttle delivers non-perishable food to our school, which is packed into bags by our volunteers and distributed discreetly to the kids on Fridays. It costs $365 per child to send home an assortment of food each and every weekend.  

Consider donating (any amount) towards Joyner’s Backpack Buddies program this year!  Your gift is tax-deductible and you’ll receive a donation letter from Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Checks may also be sent to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle (1001 Blair Drive, Raleigh NC 27603) with JYJ BackPack Buddies in the subject line. Our program is solely funded through donations like yours and the funds need to be raised up front to determine how many children may participate in the program.  Consider a donation today. Interested in volunteering with our BackPack Buddies team? Email Marisa Bryant for more information. Thank you for your support!  2019-20 BackPack Buddies Program Chairs, Mary Beth Laws, Marisa Bryant & Anne Reed 

Jagwear

Show your family’s Joyner pride with Joyner t-shirts!  Jagwear order forms have been sent home or order online at https://jyj.memberhub.store/.  Orders are due (paid in full to Joyner PTA) on September 27th.  This year we have a new softer style T-shirt and a Joyner string bag! Email Susie Petretich with any questions.  

Join the PTA and Give to the No Fuss Fundraiser

We invite all families (and friends) to join the Joyner PTA and make a donation to the No Fuss campaign at the same time! The annual No Fuss Fundraiser allows the PTA to retain 100% of the money raised to support all of the PTA programs for your children. Check with your employer to see if there is a matching donation program. 

Your total dues payment (including school, state and national memberships) is $5, but we hope you’ll donate whatever amount you can beyond that to support PTA programming at Joyner. Both your dues and your donation are 100% tax deductible. Just make one donation for any amount from $5 to $5,000 (or beyond!) to cover both your PTA membership and your fundraising gift. You can join/give online at (https://jyj.memberhub.store/) or download the paper forms (in English and Spanish) from the Files section of MemberHub. 

Friendly reminders:

  • WCPSS Volunteer Registration – Interested in volunteering or chaperoning a field trip this year? If so, you must complete the required Volunteer Registration by Oct. 30th from a WCPSS computer.  Feel free to visit Joyner’s media center in the morning or afternoon to complete your registration by the 10/30 deadline.  
  • Fall TEK Club registrations went home Wednesday, Sept. 11th!  Registration forms and descriptions may be found here. Registration will be held Thursday, Sept. 19th (see form for details).  Please contact TEK with any questions: duval@teachingenrichmentkids.com.  
  • Yearbook Needs Your Pictures! Every child loves to see their funny faces and smiles in the JYJ Yearbook!  Help us yearlong by sending in your pictures from JYJ events to the yearbook team at joyneryearbook@gmail.com and send as actual size.  Let’s see those first day of school, meet the teacher and bus stop fun photos start rolling in!

Calendar Items

  • Sept. 26: Open House, 5 p.m. session 5:00 p.m, PTA General Meeting 5:45 p.m., session 6:15 p.m. 
  • Sept. 30: Teacher Workday
  • Oct. 7: Fall Picture Day
  • Oct. 18: Joyner Jamboree
  • Oct. 31: Teacher Workday

Quick Links

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

SummerFlash | Popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners

Posted on by Cyndi O'Neil

The NewsFlash is on vacation, but PTA will send occasional updates and reminders over the summer to keep you connected. If you’re new to Joyner and the NewsFlash, be sure to check out the quick links at the bottom of this message, including the “Joyner glossary of terms” to get up-to-speed on all the JYJ lingo. If you just graduated your last child and you’re done with the NewsFlash, know that we’ll miss you, but feel free to unsubscribe and leave the Joyner hub.

Hello! My name is Carson Smith and I’m excited to be involved in the JYJ PTA as Communications Chair for the 2018-19 school year. You will be receiving the weekly NewsFlash from me each Wednesday. I am mom to Evan Mather, a rising 3rd grader, and we’ve had a great experience at Joyner. I look forward to getting to know more of the JYJ community this year!

 

Popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners

Popsicle Playdates
All rising kindergarten families are invited to enjoy popsicles on the playground on Wednesday, Aug. 8th, at  9 a.m. on the main playground behind the school. Please RSVP to lkball@hotmail.com so we can be sure to have enough popsicles! Feel free to forward this message to any rising K families that you know. This is a great way to help your child get familiar with Joyner and make some new friends before school starts. A second playdate will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18th, at 3 p.m.

Library meet up on Monday, August 13

How is your child’s Summer Reading Challenge going? Come check out some books and visit with the JYJ crew at the Cameron Village Library for the last meet up of the summer on Monday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m. Click here to download Summer Reading Challenge details and the form for logging book titles.

 

Girls on the Run (GOTR)

Joyner is hoping to host a Girls on the Run (GOTR) team in the Fall. We must secure two more female volunteer coaches to be able to run the program. Coaches participate in a one day training this summer and running experience is NOT required. Moms, teachers, big sisters, aunts, baby sitters, family friends are all welcome to apply! GOTR is a wonderful leadership, fitness and character development program for rising 3rd – 5th grade girls. Practices would be Tuesday and Thursday outside of Joyner for 90 minutes right after school from Sept 25 – December 3rd. Please help spread the word (social media) that WE NEED COACHES!

Please contact Shanna L Schroeder,  shannas@us.ibm.com  if you have any questions or if you are interested in coaching. Thank you!

 

Quick Links

 

Calendar Items

  • Aug. 8:  Popsicle playdate for K students, 9 a.m.
  • Aug. 13: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • Aug. 18: Popsicle playdate for K students, 3 p.m.
  • Aug. 23: Meet the Teacher for 1st-5th grades, 8:00-9:30 a.m.
  • Aug. 23: JYJ Night at the Durham Bulls
  • Aug. 27: First day of school
  • Aug. 31: Kindergarten Meet the Teacher and popsicles
  • Sept. 3: Holiday, school is closed
  • Sept. 19: Holiday, school is closed
  • Sept. 28: Early Release

SummerFlash | School supply orders due this week & Pullen Park Playdate!

Posted on by Cyndi O'Neil

The NewsFlash is on vacation, but PTA will send occasional updates and reminders over the summer to keep you connected. If you’re new to Joyner and the NewsFlash, be sure to check out the quick links at the bottom of this message, including the “Joyner glossary of terms” to get up-to-speed on all the JYJ lingo. If you just graduated your last child and you’re done with the NewsFlash, know that we’ll miss you, but feel free to unsubscribe and leave the Joyner hub.

Order school supplies by this Sunday, July 15

Take advantage of school supply pre-ordering now and save yourself some time in August! Just go to https://www.educationalproducts.com/ShopPacks/ and use ID code JOY014. If you’re able to order an extra pack, just put “donation” in the name fields and the PTA will make sure it goes to a Joyner student in need. All supply orders must be placed in advance — no supply packs will be sold at school this fall. Pre-ordered supply packs will be delivered to the school and waiting for you at the beginning of the school year.

Library meet up on Monday, July 16

How is your child’s Summer Reading Challenge going? Come check out some books and visit with the JYJ crew at the Cameron Village Library this coming Monday (July 16) at 5:30 p.m. Click here to download Summer Reading Challenge details and the form for logging book titles. One more library meet-up after this one is set for Aug. 13.

Summer fun with Joyner families!

Come join the fun on Thursday, July 26, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Shelter 4 at Pullen Park. This will be a time to connect over the summer for play time and to meet new JYJ families. Please bring a picnic dinner for your family if you would like. The shelter has two grills available for use overlooking the playground and train area. Outdoor games to play with others are welcome as well. We are excited to spend some summer time together before we start our next fabulous school year! Hope to see you all there. Contact Meredith Swindell, mlswindel@aol.com if you have any questions about play time at the park.

Popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners

The PTA hosts two popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners in August — this is a great chance to help you and your student get comfortable at school. We’ll meet on the Joyner playground behind the school on Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. and Aug. 18 at 3 p.m. — come to one or both as your schedule allows. Current Joyner parents will be there to answer questions while your rising kindergartners start making new friends with their incoming classmates.

Summer Camp Reminder

Ms. Cameron, Mr. Fotta and Mr. Poyer’s STEAM, art and PE camps are open to ANY rising kindergartners through 5th grade and run from 9-noon and 1-4 pm. Supervised before care (8-9am), lunch (12-1pm) and after care (4-5pm) included at no extra cost. Camp dates are July 23-27, July 30-Aug 3 and Aug 6-10, with the following exceptions:

  • PE Camp is full the week of August 6-10.
  • Art Camp is full the week of August 6-10 for the older group (3rd-6th grade); there is still space for the younger group (K-2nd grade).

To download the registration form, click here.

Ms. Johnson and Ms. Forbes are offering half-day kindergarten readiness camps July 23-27, and Aug 6-10 for rising Kinders. July 30-Aug. 3 is First Grade Refresher week. Click here to learn more and click here to download the registration form.

Girls on the Run (GOTR)

Joyner is hoping to host a Girls on the Run (GOTR) team in the Fall. We must secure two more female volunteer coaches to be able to run the program. Coaches participate in a one day training this summer and running experience is NOT required. Moms, teachers, big sisters, aunts, baby sitters, family friends are all welcome to apply! GOTR is a wonderful leadership, fitness and character development program for rising 3rd – 5th grade girls. Practices would be Tuesday and Thursday outside of Joyner for 90 minutes right after school from Sept 25 – December 3rd. Please help spread the word (social media) that WE NEED COACHES!

Please contact Shanna L Schroeder,  shannas@us.ibm.com  if you have any questions or if you are interested in coaching. Thank you!

Quick Links

Calendar Items

  • July 15: Deadline for school supply orders
  • July 16: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • July 26: Play time at Pullen Park, 5-7 pm at Shelter 4
  • Aug. 8:  Popsicle playdate for K students, 9 a.m.
  • Aug. 13: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • Aug. 18: Popsicle playdate for K students, 3 p.m.
  • Aug. 23: Meet the Teacher for 1st-5th grades, 8:00-9:30 a.m.
  • Aug. 27: First day of school

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

SummerFlash | Library meet-up on Monday, school supply orders, plus more summer events

Posted on by Cyndi O'Neil

The NewsFlash is on vacation, but PTA will send occasional updates and reminders over the summer to keep you connected. If you’re new to Joyner and the NewsFlash, be sure to check out the quick links at the bottom of this message, including the “Joyner glossary of terms” to get up-to-speed on all the JYJ lingo. If you just graduated your last child and you’re done with the NewsFlash, know that we’ll miss you, but feel free to unsubscribe and leave the Joyner hub.

First library meet up on Monday, June 18

Missing your Joyner friends already? Need some motivation to get started on the Summer Reading Challenge? Come check out some books and visit with the JYJ crew at the Cameron Village Library this coming Monday (June 18) at 5:30 p.m. Click here to download Summer Reading Challenge details and the form for logging book titles. Two more library meet-ups are set for July 16 and Aug. 13.

Order school supplies by July 15

Take advantage of school supply pre-ordering now and save yourself some time in August! Just go to https://www.educationalproducts.com/ShopPacks/ and use ID code JOY014. If you’re able to order an extra pack, just put “donation” in the name fields and the PTA will make sure it goes to a Joyner student in need. All supply orders must be placed in advance — no supply packs will be sold at school this fall. Pre-ordered supply packs will be delivered to the school and waiting for you at the beginning of the school year.

Summer fun with Joyner families!

Come join the fun on Thursday, July 26, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Shelter 4 at Pullen Park. This will be a time to connect over the summer for play time and to meet new JYJ families. Please bring a picnic dinner for your family if you would like. The shelter has two grills available for use overlooking the playground and train area. Outdoor games to play with others are welcome as well. We are excited to spend some summer time together before we start our next fabulous school year! Hope to see you all there. Contact Meredith Swindell, mlswindel@aol.com if you have any questions about play time at the park.

Popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners

The PTA hosts two popsicle playdates for rising kindergartners in August — this is a great chance to help you and your student get comfortable at school. We’ll meet on the Joyner playground behind the school on Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. and Aug. 18 at 3 p.m. — come to one or both as your schedule allows. Current Joyner parents will be there to answer questions while your rising kindergartners start making new friends with their incoming classmates.

Summer Camp Reminder

Ms. Cameron, Mr. Fotta and Mr. Poyer’s STEAM, art and PE camps are open to ANY rising kindergartners through 5th grade and run from 9-noon and 1-4 pm. Supervised before care (8-9am), lunch (12-1pm) and after care (4-5pm) included at no extra cost. Camp dates are July 23-27, July 30-Aug 3 and Aug 6-10, with the following exceptions:

  • PE Camp is full the week of August 6-10.
  • Art Camp is full the week of August 6-10 for the older group (3rd-6th grade); there is still space for the younger group (K-2nd grade).

To download the registration form, click here.

Ms. Johnson and Ms. Forbes are offering half-day kindergarten readiness camps June 25-29, July 23-27, and Aug 6-10 for rising Kinders. July 30-Aug. 3 is First Grade Refresher week. Click here to learn more and click here to download the registration form.

Quick Links

Calendar Items

  • June 18: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • July 15: Deadline for school supply orders
  • July 16: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • July 26: Play time at Pullen Park, 5-7 pm at Shelter 4
  • Aug. 8: Popsicle playdate for K students, 9 a.m.
  • Aug. 13: Cameron Village Library meet-up, 5:30 p.m.
  • Aug. 18: Popsicle playdate for K students, 3 p.m.
  • Aug. 27: First day of school

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

NewsFlash | Pre-Order School Supplies, Dates for Summer Get-Togethers, and Gift for Mr. Charles

Posted on by Cyndi O'Neil

Happy start of the summer! Be safe, have fun, and look for periodic NewsFlashes during the summer months.

End of Year Gift for Mr. Charles – Collecting Until Tomorrow

Our wonderful crossing guard, Mr. Charles, was in a car accident and has been in the hospital this week. He is getting stronger every day and plans to be at school on Friday morning to say bye to the kids and wish them a great summer. We would like to thank Mr. Charles for keeping our kids safe this year by giving him a Visa gift card. If you would like to donate toward this gift, you are welcome to Venmo Ashley Jones (@ashleytjones76) or pay cash to Ashley Jones (see envelope in Ms. Burston office). Ashley will collect money through Thursday morning.

School supply pre-ordering open now

Take advantage of school supply pre-ordering now and save yourself some time in August! Just go to https://www.educationalproducts.com/ShopPacks/ and use ID code JOY014. If you’re able to order an extra pack, just put “donation” in the name fields and the PTA will make sure it goes to a Joyner student in need. All supply orders must be placed in advance — no supply packs will be sold at school this fall. Pre-ordered supply packs will be delivered to the school and waiting for you at the beginning of the school year.

Fifth Grade Graduation Details

Attention parents of fifth graders! Here’s your end-of-school check list:

  • Fifth Grade Graduation will be held tomorrow:
    • 8:15-8:50 am: Graduates and their families (no Joyner siblings, please) are invited for a pre-program reception in the cafeteria. Light refreshments will be served.
    • 9 am: Graduation Celebration outside in the carpool loop
    • 11 am-1 pm: Celebration lunch in the carpool loop. Pizza lunch will be provided for 5th graders, and slices for family members who pre-order and pay using the form that went home in backpacks at the end of last week.
  • Kick-ball game (fifth graders vs. teachers) will be Friday.
    • Please have your child wear his or her 5th grade t-shirt.
  • Graduation Party at North Hills Club on Friday evening, June 8, is FREE and open to all JYJ 5th graders! Click here for information in Spanish.
    • RSVP to anne.harrell@gmail.com
    • 7 pm – 9 pm. Please drop off your child at 7:00 and pick him/her up promptly at 9:00.
    • North Hills Club Ballroom, 4824 Yadkin Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
    • Light refreshments, dressy casual attire, DJ with age-appropriate music
    • Chaperones will be in attendance
    • No swimming allowed; No siblings

The letter that came home a couple weeks ago also included information on how to donate to the Fifth Grade Class Gift to Joyner, which will be a station to fill water bottles attached to the water fountain on the fifth grade hall.

Summer Fun with Joyner Families!

Meet Us at the Library

Join us at the library this summer to see Joyner friends, check out some books and READ! Summer reading meet-ups at the Cameron Village Library are scheduled for 5:30 pm on the following Mondays:

  • June 18
  • July 16
  • August 13

Summer Play Time at the Park

Come join the fun on Thursday, July 26 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Shelter 4 at Pullen Park. This will be a time to connect over the summer for play time and to meet new JYJ families. Please bring a picnic dinner for your family if you would like. The shelter has two grills available for use overlooking the playground and train area. Outdoor games to play with others are welcome as well. We are excited to spend some summer time together before we start our next fabulous school year! Hope to see you all there. Contact Meredith Swindell, mlswindel@aol.com if you have any questions about play time at the park.

Summer Camp Update

Ms. Cameron, Mr. Fotta and Mr. Poyer’s STEAM, art and PE camps are open to ANY rising kindergartners through 5th grade and run from 9-noon and 1-4 pm. Supervised before care (8-9am), lunch (12-1pm) and after care (4-5pm) included at no extra cost. Camp dates are July 23-27, July 30-Aug 3 and Aug 6-10, with the following exceptions:

  • PE Camp is full the week of August 6-10.
  • Art Camp is full the week of August 6-10 for the older group (3rd-6th grade); there is still space for the younger group (K-2nd grade).

To download the registration form, click here.

Ms. Johnson and Ms. Forbes are offering half-day kindergarten readiness camps June 25-29, July 23-27, and Aug 6-10 for rising Kinders. July 30-Aug. 3 is First Grade Refresher week. Click here to learn more and click here to download the registration form.

Lunch and Learn: What Every Parent Needs to Know About…

… Starting Kindergarten!

On June 14, Dr. MariaRosa Rangel will address the most common parent and child concerns about the big move to kindergarten and set parents up for success in supporting their student.

Time: 11:30am-1pm
Location: NCPTA Headquarters, 3501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612
Cost: $20
Lunch will be provided. There is limited seating for the Lunch and Learn Series so register today!

Quick Links

Calendar Items

  • June 7: 5th grade graduation events, 8:15 am – 1 pm
  • June 8: Last day of school and 5th grade vs. teachers kickball game
  • June 18: Cameron Village Library Meet-up, 5:30 pm
  • July 16: Cameron Village Library Meet-up, 5:30 pm
  • July 26: Play time at Pullen Park, 5-7 pm at Shelter 4
  • August 13: Cameron Village Library Meet-up, 5:30 pm
  • August 27: First day of school

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.

NewsFlash | EOGs, kindergarten event on Friday, and graduation details

Posted on by Cyndi O'Neil

Still a couple End of Grade tests (EOGs) for fourth and fifth graders this week. Be sure your child is well-rested and eats breakfast.  

  • Fourth graders will test today (Reading) and tomorrow (Math).
  • Fifth graders will test tomorrow (Science).
  • Make-up test days are today and Friday.

Read to Achieve testing for third graders is next Monday.

Rising Kindergarten Parent Event this Friday

Attention parents of rising kindergarten students. You are invited to meet fellow parents of the newest class of Joyner students! Here are the details:
Who: Parents of students starting kindergarten at Joyner in August
Where: The Ryan residence – 2819 Kittrell Drive – right around the corner from Joyner
When: Friday, June 1, 8:00-10:00 a.m. (drop in anytime)
Please note that this gathering is for parents only. We have several other fabulous events planned that are kid-inclusive, including popsicle playdates on the playground in August, so please be on the lookout for more information! If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Ball (lkball@hotmail.com) or Laura Ryan (lauraryan621@gmail.com).

Fifth Grade Graduation Details

Attention parents of fifth graders! Here’s your end-of-school check list:

  • Fifth Grade Graduation will be held next Thursday, June 7:
    • 8:15-8:50 am: Graduates and their families (no Joyner siblings, please) are invited for a pre-program reception in the cafeteria. Light refreshments will be served.
    • 9 am: Graduation Celebration outside in the carpool loop
    • 11 am-1 pm: Celebration lunch in the carpool loop. Pizza lunch will be provided for 5th graders, and slices for family members who pre-order and pay using the form that went home in backpacks at the end of last week.
  • Kick-ball game (fifth graders vs. teachers) will be June 8.
    • Please have your child wear his or her 5th grade t-shirt.
  • Graduation Party at North Hills Club on Friday evening, June 8, is FREE and open to all JYJ 5th graders! Click here for information in Spanish.
    • 7 pm – 9 pm. Please drop off your child at 7:00 and pick him/her up promptly at 9:00.
    • North Hills Club Ballroom, 4824 Yadkin Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
    • Light refreshments, dressy casual attire, DJ with age-appropriate music
    • Chaperones will be in attendance
    • No swimming allowed; No siblings

    • RSVP to anne.harrell@gmail.com

The letter that came home last week also included information on how to donate to the Fifth Grade Class Gift to Joyner, which will be a station to fill water bottles attached to the water fountain on the fifth grade hall.

 

Summer Camp Opportunities – Rising Kindergartners Welcome!

Ms. Cameron, Mr. Fotta and Mr. Poyer’s STEAM, art and PE camps are open to ANY rising kindergartners through 5th grade and run from 9-noon and 1-4 pm. Supervised before care (8-9am), lunch (12-1pm) and after care (4-5pm) included at no extra cost. Camp dates are July 23-27, July 30-Aug 3 and Aug 6-10. To download registration form, click here.

Ms. Johnson and Ms. Forbes are offering half-day kindergarten readiness camps June 25-29, July 23-27, and Aug 6-10 for rising Kinders. July 30-Aug. 3 is First Grade Refresher week. Click here to learn more and click here to download the registration form.

Lunch and Learn: What Every Parent Needs to Know About…

… Starting Kindergarten!

On June 14, Dr. MariaRosa Rangel will address the most common parent and child concerns about the big move to kindergarten and set parents up for success in supporting their student.

Time: 11:30am-1pm
Location: NCPTA Headquarters, 3501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612
Cost: $20
Lunch will be provided. There is limited seating for the Lunch and Learn Series so register today!

Quick Links

 

Calendar Items

  • May 25 – June 1: End of Grade testing (EOGs)
  • May 28: Holiday – No School
  • June 1: Rising K parent drop-in, 8-10 am
  • June 4: Read to Achieve testing – 3rd grade only
  • June 7: 5th grade graduation events, 8:15 am – 1 pm
  • June 8: Last day of school and 5th grade vs. teachers kickball game!

The NewsFlash is produced (almost) every week by the Joyner PTA communications chair. Have an announcement to include in a future edition of the NewsFlash? Submit your article via this form. And don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @pta_joyner.