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We are looking for adults willing to serve as coaches for our fall season of Girls on the Run from September 11th – December 2nd.

Coaches only need to commit to 1 to 2 practices per week, and even if you can’t make every week, we can work with your schedule. You also do not have to have a daughter enrolled in Girls on the Run to be a coach and make a positive impact on the community. This is a great opportunity for anyone who has been looking for a way to get involved and give back this fall!

For more information, please reach out to Meagan Gill (meagan.mchattie@gmail.com) or Whitney Kramer (wkramer512@gmail.com).

We need your help! If you’d like to serve on a PTA committee for the 2023-24 school year, please complete the volunteer interest form.

If you would like to chair a committee the PTA is looking for leadership for the 2023-24 school year! We are looking for individuals to be Chairs or Co-Chairs (as noted) for the following committees:

• Affiliate Programs Chair
• Chess Club Chair
• Girls on the Run Co-Chair positions (2)
• Jamboree Co-Chair positions (2)
• Odyssey of the Mind Co-Chair
• Science Olympiad Co-Chair

If you are interested and willing to lead one of these amazing programs or have questions, please email Adrian Standish at adrianlstandish@gmail.com. More information about all of the PTA Committees can be found at here.

Thank you for your consideration. Our PTA is only as strong as our volunteers!

Committee descriptions can be found here.

*Reminder that this Friday, December 11th is a Remote Learning Asynchronous Day. All students will work independently from home on Friday.

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In this Week’s NewsFlash:

• Joyner Dine Out Night this Thursday
• Book Fair Happening Now
• Book Fairy
• Before and After School Program Registration
• Holiday Shopping at Amazon, Harris Teeter & Shutterfly can benefit JYJ
• WCPSS Updates and Programs Available
• Calendar Reminders

December Profile Trait: Open-Minded 

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

December is the perfect month to have open conversations with friends about their traditions and culture. Allow them the opportunity to grow and understand themselves and find similarities and differences by being open-minded. Share cultural and personal values and traditions in class and at home. 

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Joyner Dine Out NightLet Noodles & Co. take care of dinner this Thursday and help raise money for Joyner! Don’t forget to mention Joyner when ordering. Order online or visit their Cameron Village location in Raleigh (2031 Cameron St). 

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2020 Joyner Book Fair Going on NOW (Online & In Store Shopping) The Joyner Book Fair is happening now and with a new partner: Quail Ridge Books!  We hope to see lots of Joyner families in-store or shopping online with Quail Ridge!  Make sure to mention the “Joyner Elementary Book Fair” at the register when you shop in-store or in your order comments when you shop online. 

• When: December 4-13
• Where: Shop Online or in-Store at Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road in North Hills, Raleigh
• Who can participate: All JYJ Students, Staff, Families, Extended Families, Friends, Neighbors, etc.  Spread the word!
• How you help Joyner: Mention “Joyner Elementary School Book Fair” when you shop online and in-store Dec. 4-13
• Why: To raise money for the Joyner PTA and support our many great programs!

View our digital flyer here or reach out to Leslie de Haven (contact info in email) with any questions.  

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Joyner School Book Fairy

Consider donating $5 to the Joyner Elementary School Book Fairy. Each $5 donation will buy a book for a Joyner child in need, selected by the staff at Quail Ridge Books. The Book Fairy donations will be accepted now through December 13th. Thank you for your support and to those families who have already donated!

To donate, please follow these steps:

1. Visit the Joyner Elementary Book Fairy Wish List at: https://www.quailridgebooks.com/wishlist/1239
2. Click “Add to Cart” to make a $5 Book Fairy donation.
3. At Checkout, in the last section, for “Order Comments” put “Book Fairy Donation for Joyner Elementary School”.

4. Click “Review Order”

5. Complete your purchase!

Reach out with questions, thank you! Leslie de Haven (contact info in email)

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Before and After School Care Programs are Back! 

Both programs will run Monday through Friday when students are in the building. Students may arrive for Before School Care at 7:00 AM. After School Care runs from the end of school until 6:00 PM.

If you would like to sign up for Before and/or After School Care visit the link below. This program will follow the same safety protocols as our WCPSS guidelines. 

Link to Joyner Before and After School Care 

Survey of Families Interested in Attending

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JYJ can benefit from your holiday shopping!

Did you know that by shopping at Amazon, Shutterfly, and Harris Teeter, you can support the PTA? For every purchase you make, those corporations donate a percentage directly to Joyner PTA. It requires minimal setup from you, and Joyner benefits!

Use the links below to connect your purchases to Joyner:

• Joyner Amazon Smile shopping account– Amazon donates 0.5% of purchases to Joyner.
• Harris Teeter– VIC card link (number 1988) – When you shop Harris Teeter brands, a percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to.
• JYJ Shutterfly Shopping Account– Shutterfly donates 8% of purchases to Joyner.

Every dollar matters even more this year, so please participate!

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WCPSS Updates

• Registration Options for Second Semester (Elementary school application is open Dec 2-9).
• Magnet School Application & Details
• WCPSS Return to Campus Checklist
• WakeSUPPORTS financial assistance program 

WCPSS Counseling and Student Services is introducing a new series of wellness, self-care services and support sessions for parents –Community Resiliency Model (CRM) training (12/01-12/15)This session is designed to share tools you can learn to help yourself and others during times of stress. This session is inclusive to all whom have an interest in learning the skills to better support children and families during these uncertain times. –Restorative Practice (RP) Circle Awareness Community Building (12/01-12/15)This opportunity is designed to expose you to one of the tools of Restorative Practices, the Circle Process.  The Circle is a facilitated dialogue process that is INVITATIONAL.  It allows participants to share openly and encourages connections and deepening relationships.  This training is inclusive to all who have an interest in learning ways to better support children and families during these uncertain times through authentic connections.   –Virtual Parent Summit (12/02-12/09)

We are pleased to be working with the National Center for Youth Issues to provide WCPSS parents with a special series of live, one-hour chat sessions with national level experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities of virtual learning, and to offer strategies, solutions, and encouragement to help our students and their families thrive during these most unusual of times.

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Calendar Reminders

December

• Dec. 4-13 – JYJ Book Fair; Online and in-store options at Quail Ridge Books 
• Dec. 10 – Joyner Dine Out Night, Noodles & Company 4-8 pm
• Dec. 11 – Remote Learning Day (Asynchronous)
• Dec. 16 – Remote Learning Day (Asynchronous)
• Dec. 21 – Jan 1st – Winter Break

*Reminder that today, Wednesday, 12/2 is an asynchronous day for all students.  No students should report to campus on Wednesday. 

December Profile Trait: Open – Minded 

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

December is the perfect month to have open conversations with friends about their traditions and culture. Allow them the opportunity to grow and understand themselves and find similarities and differences by being open-minded. Share cultural and personal values and traditions in class and at home. 

In this Week’s NewsFlash:

• Joyner Goes Pink
• JYJ Book Fair starts this Friday
• School Book Fairy
• Joyner Snowman Tree – Return items by 12/7
• Before and After School Care Now Available
• WCPSS announces wellness, self-care services and support sessions for parents
• Link your Shopping and support Joyner
• Dates to Remember

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Joyner Goes “Pink”

This Friday, Dec. 4th Joyner will go “Pink” to raise awareness of those who have fought or are fighting cancer.  Collectively WCPSS can make a huge impact on this world and the health of others.  If you would like to make a contribution, click here to learn more.  

Tag us on Twitter or instagram @joyner_magnet_elementary with your family’s picture #JYJGoesPink #JoynerSTRONG

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2020 Joyner Book Fair Online and In-Store with Quail Ridge Books The Joyner Book Fair is coming THIS FRIDAY (12/4) and with a new partner: Quail Ridge Books!  We hope to see lots of Joyner families in-store or shopping online with Quail Ridge!  Make sure to mention the “Joyner Elementary Book Fair” at the register when you shop in-store or in your order comments when you shop online. 

• When: December 4-13
• Where: Shop Online or in-Store at Quail Ridge Books, 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road in North Hills, Raleigh
• Who can participate: All JYJ Students, Staff, Families, Extended Families, Friends, Neighbors, etc.  Spread the word!
• How you help Joyner: Mention “Joyner Elementary School Book Fair” when you shop online and in-store Dec. 4-13
• Why: To raise money for the Joyner PTA and support our many great programs!

View our digital flyer here or reach out to Leslie de Haven (contact info in email) with any questions.  

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Joyner School Book Fairy

Greetings JYJ Families! Please consider donating $5 to the Joyner Elementary School Book Fairy. Each $5 donation will buy a book for a Joyner child in need, selected by the staff at Quail Ridge Books. The Book Fairy donations will be accepted now through December 13th. Thank you to those families who have already donated!

To donate, please follow these steps:

1. Visit the Joyner Elementary Book Fairy Wish List at: https://www.quailridgebooks.com/wishlist/1239
2. Click “Add to Cart” to make a $5 Book Fairy donation.
3. At Checkout, in the last section, for “Order Comments” put “Book Fairy Donation for Joyner Elementary School”.

4. Click “Review Order”

5. Complete your purchase!

Reach out with questions, thank you! Leslie de Haven (contact info in email).

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Snowman tree gifts due Monday 12/07

Thanks to all who generously signed up to give to our Snowman Tree! As a reminder, return all wrapped gifts (in a bag) and write your virtual tag number on the bag by Monday, December 7th. Gifts can be dropped off on the table near the front entrance, in carpool or at walkers. Contact Andrea Burston with questions (contact info in email). Thank you for all your support!

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Before and After School Care Programs are Back! 

Both programs will run Monday through Friday when students are in the building. Students may arrive for Before School Care at 7:00 AM. After School Care runs from the end of school until 6:00 PM.

If you would like to sign up for Before and/or After School Care visit the link below. This program will follow the same safety protocols as our WCPSS guidelines. 

Link to Joyner Before and After School Care 

Survey of Families Interested in Attending

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WCPSS Counseling and Student Services is introducing a new series of wellness, self-care services and support sessions for parents –Community Resiliency Model (CRM) training (12/01-12/15)This session is designed to share tools you can learn to help yourself and others during times of stress. This session is inclusive to all whom have an interest in learning the skills to better support children and families during these uncertain times. –Restorative Practice (RP) Circle Awareness Community Building (12/01-12/15)This opportunity is designed to expose you to one of the tools of Restorative Practices, the Circle Process.  The Circle is a facilitated dialogue process that is INVITATIONAL.  It allows participants to share openly and encourages connections and deepening relationships.  This training is inclusive to all who have an interest in learning ways to better support children and families during these uncertain times through authentic connections.   –Virtual Parent Summit (12/02-12/09)

We are pleased to be working with the National Center for Youth Issues to provide WCPSS parents with a special series of live, one-hour chat sessions with national level experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities of virtual learning, and to offer strategies, solutions, and encouragement to help our students and their families thrive during these most unusual of times.

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JYJ can benefit from your holiday shopping!

Did you know that by shopping at Amazon, Shutterfly, and Harris Teeter, you can support the PTA? For every purchase you make, those corporations donate a percentage directly to Joyner PTA. It requires minimal setup from you, and Joyner benefits!

Use the links below to connect your purchases to Joyner:

• Joyner Amazon Smile shopping account– Amazon donates 0.5% of purchases to Joyner.
• Harris Teeter– VIC card link (number 1988) – When you shop Harris Teeter brands, a percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to.
• JYJ Shutterfly Shopping Account– Shutterfly donates 8% of purchases to Joyner.

Every dollar matters even more this year, so please participate!

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Calendar Reminders:

December

• Dec. 2 – Remote Learning Day (Asynchronous)
• Dec. 2 – Second Semester Virtual Academy Application Window Opens
• Dec. 4-13 – JYJ Book Fair; Online and in-store options at Quail Ridge Books 
• Dec. 7 – Deadline to return Snowman Tree Gifts
• Dec. 11 – Remote Learning Day (Asynchronous)
• Dec. 16 – Remote Learning Day (Asynchronous)
• Dec. 21 – Jan 1st – Winter Break

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Important Links & Reminders

Joyner Reminders:

• Joyner’s Plan B Reopening Plan – 1st Semester
• Master Schedule for Virtual Academy

WCPSS Links:

• WCPSS Return to Campus Checklist
• Registration Options for Second Semester (Elementary school application is open Dec 2-9).
• Magnet School Application & Details
• WakeSUPPORTS financial assistance program 

Reminder that Wednesday, 11/18, is an asynchronous day for all students.  No students should report to campus on Wednesday. 

In this Week’s NewsFlash:

• Joyner Reminders & WCPSS Links
• 2020 Joyner Snowman Tree
• Joyner School Book Fairy
• Foundation Updates 
• JYJ Book Fair 
• Calendar Reminders

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Important Links & School Reminders 

Joyner Reminders:

If you have not reviewed our reopening plan, please familiarize yourself with our procedures and these helpful links from WCPSS.

• Joyner’s Plan B Reopening Plan – 1st Semester
• Master Schedule for Virtual Academy

WCPSS Links:

• WCPSS Return to Campus Checklist
• Registration Options for Second Semester (Elementary school application is open Dec 2-9).
• Magnet School Application & Details
• WakeSUPPORTS financial assistance program 

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2020 Joyner Snowman Tree

Joyner will have a virtual snowman tree to help our families in need of assistance during the holidays. If you would like to help by donating gifts, please sign up for a virtual tag using the link below.  

Return all wrapped gifts (in a bag) and write your virtual tag number on the bag by Monday, December 7th.  They can be dropped off on the table near the front entrance, in carpool or at walkers. 

Click here to view options and sign up today. Contact Andrea Burston with questions (contact info in email). Thank you for all your support!

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Joyner Elementary School Book Fairy

As we all prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, consider donating $5 to the Joyner Elementary School Book Fairy.  Each $5 donation will buy a book for a Joyner child in need, selected by the staff at Quail Ridge Books.  

Look for the link to donate online starting Monday, 11/23.  Donations will be accepted through 12/13.  Contact Leslie de Haven for questions (contact info in email).

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Foundation Updates

Joyner Masks and Accessories

Limited quantities of Lanyards, Adult Earloop Masks and Youth Gaiters are available for purchase. Visit the Joyner store today to place your order before they officially sell out!  Contact Blair Kennedy (contact info in email) with any questions. 

Dewey’s Bake Sale – Order Now!

Back again this year, the Joyner Foundation is having a Dewey’s Bake Sale! Dewey’s has all kinds of delicious treats like cheese straws, Moravian sugar cakes and a variety of cookies. They all make great holiday and hostess gifts and are also a nice treat to have at home during the holiday season. Dewey’s will donate 50% of the proceeds back to the Joyner Foundation! To place your order, just visit our website at http://joynerfoundation.org/store.htm!  The sale will run from Nov.12th through Nov. 24th.  Pick up will be the first week in December with specific details to follow. For any questions, please contact Emily Sutherland at (contact info in email). 

Volunteers Needed for Spring Fundraiser

As we are already preparing for our biggest fundraiser of the year, we are in need of volunteers.  If you would like to get involved at any capacity to assist with this event, please email Jill Darnell (contact info in email).

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2020 JYJ Book Fair Online and In-Store with Quail Ridge Books We are trying something new for the Book Fair, which will run Dec. 4-13th. The PTA has partnered with Quail Ridge Books for an online and in-store book fair. The Joyner PTA will earn commission for online orders and in-store purchases of books that are in stock or readily available.  Purchases can be made in store at 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road in North Hills, Raleigh or online at quailridgebooks.com. Partnering with Quail Ridge Books allows you to shop from anywhere via the online option and we encourage you to share information about our fair with grandparents, aunt, uncles, cousins, and anyone else you know! Be sure to put “Joyner Book Fair” in the comments of their order during the fair and JYJ will earn a commission (while also supporting our local independent bookseller!). Shop for kids and adults too!   Joyner Elementary School students, parents, staff and community members can order books and items online for pick-up at the store or to ship, and/or shop in store December 4-13. (For teachers, staff, parents and school community members who are in the Quail Ridge Readers Club and want their purchases to earn a commission for Joyner Elementary School, the Readers Club discount will not apply. Free gift wrap is available.)  Questions? Contact Leslie De Haven (contact info in email).

*Don’t forget to share Your JYJ testimonials! Send your personalized videos or written messages to Mrs. Sheryl Davis-Jackson (contact info in email). Thank you in advance!

IB Learner Profile Trait for November- Principled. Learners act with integrity and honesty. They have a strong sense of fairness and justice and respect the dignity of the rights of people everywhere. Learners understand the responsibility of our actions and the consequences. 

School closed today in honor of Veteran’s Day. We give thanks to those who have served or are serving in the military. 

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IB Learner Profile Trait of the Month: Principled

Learners act with integrity and honesty. They have a strong sense of fairness and justice and respect the dignity of the rights of people everywhere. Learners understand the responsibility of our actions and the consequences. 

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In this Week’s NewsFlash:

• Pickup your orders of Jagwear and JYJ masks TODAY 11-1
• WakeSUPPORTS Financial Support Available
• WCPSS Helpful Information & Links
• JYJ Book Fair Updates
• Volunteer Opportunity for JYJ Foundation Spring Fundraiser
• Share your JYJ Video Testimonials
• Magnet Application Details
• Calendar Reminders

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Don’t forget today’s the day! Jagwear & Jaguar Masks ready for pickup!

Jagwear orders will be distributed today Wed 11th from 11AM to 1PM in the carpool loop under the overhang at Joyner. 

If you purchased a mask from the Foundation’s Mask sale, they will be ready for pick today Wed 11th from 11AM to 1PM in the carpool loop under the overhang at Joyner.  

We cannot wait to see those smiling Jaguars around campus and around town!! 

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WakeSUPPORTS

COVID-19 has forced the school year to begin unlike any before. Remote learning for all Wake County Public School students has forced parents or guardians who can’t work from home to seek alternative childcare options for younger children and find places where their older kids can attend class virtually with appropriate supervision, and that costs money.  To help, Wake County has launched a new assistance program called WakeSUPPORTS. This program provides funding to working parents so they can afford to pay for their kindergartners through sixth graders to attend virtual school at a safe location with reliable oversight, or receive before and after school care.

To learn more about assistance available, visit https://covid19.wakegov.com/wakesupports/. 

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WCPSS Helpful Information and Links 

• Free Breakfast and Lunch for All WCPSS Students until June 30, 2021 
• WCPSS Return to Campus Checklist
• Joyner Student Information- 1st Semester 2020  
• Master Schedule for Virtual Academy
• Want to change your registration for second semester? (Elementary school application is open Dec 2-9.) 

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2020 JYJ Book Fair Online and In-Store with Quail Ridge Books This year, we are trying something new for the Book Fair, which runs December 4-13. The PTA has partnered with Quail Ridge Books for an online and in-store book fair. The Joyner PTA will earn commission for online orders and in-store purchases of books that are in stock or readily available.  Purchases can be made in store at 4209-100 Lassiter Mill Road in North Hills, Raleigh or online at quailridgebooks.com. The great thing about partnering with Quail Ridge Books is that people can shop from anywhere via the online option. So share information about the fair with grandparents, aunt, uncles, cousins, and anyone else you know. When they put “Joyner Book Fair” in the comments of their order during the fair, JYJ will earn a commission and they’ll also be supporting our local independent bookseller. As an added bonus, there will not only be a great selection of books for our kids, but there’s a great selection for grown ups as well.  Joyner Elementary School students, parents, staff and community members can order books and items online for pick-up at the store or to ship, and/or shop in store December 4-13. (For teachers, staff, parents and school community members who are in the Quail Ridge Readers Club and want their purchases to earn a commission for Joyner Elementary School, the Readers Club discount will not apply. Free gift wrap is available.)  If you’re looking for another way to support our JYJ community please consider donating to the Quail Ridge “Book Fairy” during our book fair.  For each $5 donation, Quail Ridge will help us provide a book to a student in need.  More details to come. Keep an eye out for more details about the book fair in the coming weeks. If you have any questions, please contact Leslie de Haven at (contact info in email).

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Volunteers Needed for Foundation’s Spring Fundraiser We are already preparing for our biggest fundraiser of the year and are in need of volunteers.  If you would like to get involved at any capacity to assist with this event, please email Jill Darnell (contact info in email).  

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JYJ Testimonial Videos Requested

Would you consider sharing a video or written message from your family that expresses your joy in our magnet program, IB and Spanish and what it has meant for your family? These messages will be used for prospective Joyner families to view as they consider their future magnet options. Please send videos or written messages to Mrs. Sheryl Davis-Jackson (contact info in email). Thank you in advance!

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Magnet Application Acceptance Period

The magnet and year-round application period will begin Oct. 15, 2020 and end Jan. 28, 2021. Applications are NOT first-come, first-served. Families will be notified mid-February 2021 if they received a seat at an application school. Visit the WCPSS website for more details. If your child is not currently enrolled in WCPSS, you must register your child at your base school before submitting the magnet application. 

For our 5th grade magnet families, you have priority in applying to these 2 IB middle schools:

• East Garner Magnet Middle School
• West Millbrook Magnet Middle School

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Calendar Reminders:

November

• 11/11 – School Closed, Veterans Day
• 11/11 – Jagwear & Foundation Mask Pick-up 11a.m.- 1p.m. (Carpool Loop)
• 11/16 – All Pre K-3 students and regional program in Plan B will report on a daily basis
• 11/16 – Grades 4-5 will begin their cohort rotations and continue in rotation throughout the end of the semester.  
• 11/18 – Asynchronous Day 
• 11/23 – Remote Learning Day
• 11/24 – Remote Learning Day 
• 11/25 – 11/27 – Fall Break

December

• 12/2 – Remote Learning Day
• 12/4-12/13 – JYJ Book Fair; Online and in-store options at Quail Ridge Books this year (More details to follow.)
• 12/16 – Remote Learning Day