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Calendar
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Mar 6
6pm Sports Booster Meeting
Mar 6
6:30pm Winter Sports Assembly
Mar 8
8am FOJ Board Meeting
Mar 13
5:30pm LSC Meeting
Mar 26-30
Spring Break
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Friends of Jones
Board of Directors
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Cairon Dietsch-Jones
Chair
Jane Goodrich
Vice Chair
Veronica Gomez
Secretary
Vicki Crockett
Treasurer
Michelle Mitchell
Assistant Treasurer
Linda Beck
Communications
Barbara Kizziah
Annual Fund
Brian Massengill
Corporate Development
Kathy Smith
Cory Gonzalez
Leslie Senne
Spring Event Co-Chairs
Tracy Portnoy
Rita Parida
Online Auction Co-chairs
Bonnie Schulgasser
Jenni Pencyla
Fall Event
Laura Brauer
Melvina Lloyd
Hospitality
Julie Weisman
Joneswear
Michelle Muscgrove
Academic Booster
Melvina Lloyd
Counseling Booster
Julie Bedore
Sports Boosters
KK Cleland
Manny Onate Jr.
Alumni Boosters
Raquel Don
Volunteers
Ann Ross
Library Volunteer Coordinator
Kristine Kinder
Class Liaison
Amy Carlozo
Linda Beck
FOJ Newsletter
Stacy Bruce
FOJ Website
Denise Eichorn
Social Media
Sarah Jones
5K Eagle Run
Doreen Lubeck
Donor System Management
Dan Sheffield
Database Management
click here for contact information
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Double Blue Ribbon Recipient!
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From Dr. Powers
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Dear Jones Families,
Every day provides us with new reasons to be proud of our Jones Eagles. In addition to their academic, creative, and athletic achievements, our kids are among the most thoughtful and other-directed young people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. It is gratifying to see how many of our kids are both aware of and engaged in the world around us. The events of the past few weeks are an excellent demonstration of this.
Yesterday I met with our student leaders (Student Government Association, or SGA, the new Student Voice Committee, and others) to discuss ideas for the projected national student "walk-out" on March 14. The event is scheduled for the one-month anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, high school shootings which sparked discussion and debate across the country. Our student leaders suggested many ideas as to how they could express their support for changes they feel will help prevent such atrocities in the future. Due to the unique nature of our campus and its location, this will not be a simple matter. Our goal will be to validate and respect our students' voice, ensure their safety, and make this a valuable learning experience in civic engagement. As our plans develop, we will keep our school stakeholders fully informed.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at any time at
[email protected]
or 773-534-8606.
Sincerely,
P. Joseph Powers, Ph.D.
Principal
Jones College Prep
700 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
773-534-8606
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2018 Friends of Jones Spring Gala
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BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY
for the Friends of Jones Spring Gala
Friday, May 4th, at the Drake Hotel
6:30pm - 11:30pm
Since 1938 Jones College Prep has been a school of excellence. 2018 marks the school's 80th anniversary. So put on your dancing shoes and join us for the party of the year, the FOJ Spring Gala. This fun and convivial evening includes a sit-down dinner with wine, 2 complimentary drink tickets, live auction, and paddle raise. Enjoy entertainment by talented Jones students and dance the night away to DJ tunes provided by O'Dea Entertainment.
Click HERE to buy your tickets!
The cost is $175.00 per person. Tickets are available for purchase on-line now through Friday, April 27, 2018.
Tickets
will not be sold at the door. Act fast. We expect to sell out our maximum capacity of 500 guests.
Discount parking will be available at the Drake Hotel for $26.00. The Drake will also provide discounted room rates for the night of the event.
Reserve your room by April 4th by calling 1-800-55DRAKE and mention code FOJ to receive the discount.
The Spring Gala is Friends of Jones biggest fundraising event. Proceeds directly support the programs that set our school apart.
Click here to view a list of recent FOJ grants.
We hope to see you May 4th!
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Spring Gala Sponsorship
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Go one better ...
Become a FOJ
Spring
Gala Sponsor
Sponsorships are available from $450 - $10,000 and include a range of perks from Gala tickets to a private town car to deliver you and your guests to the event.
Sponsor names/logos will appear on the online auction website and all printed materials at the event. An appreciation party for sponsors will be held in June.
Please click
HERE
for complete sponsorship details.
Many thanks for your consideration.
If you have any questions or need more information,
please contact Leslie Senne at
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Spring Gala Donations
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WE NEED YOU!
There is still time to donate to the Jones online auction to raise funds to support our many wonderful programs.
If you are unsure what to donate, we can always use gift cards to your favorite places including restaurants, grocery stores, Target, Amazon, Dunkin Donuts, or other places that you shop as these are popular items for many bidders.
Remember every donation makes a difference-
thank you for supporting Jones!
Email
[email protected] or
[email protected]
OR
use the attached
letter and
form to donate.
Items and forms can be dropped off in the main office at school, attention of Friends of Jones Online Auction.
Donations are due by Friday, March 30th.
Thank you!
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Black History Month Showcase
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BSU held a Black History Month Showcase on February 23rd.
The event highlighted Kenyatta Scott, children's book author, a Soul Food dinner, spoken word performances and highlighted a majorette pe
rformance.
Thank you to FOJ for your support for this event!
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Majorette Performance at the showcase
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Spoken Word Performer
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Student Action
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Student Walk-Out - March 14
As mentioned in Dr. Powers' letter above, JCP Administration and staff are discussing effective ways to support
the student walk-out being planned for March 14th.
The goal is to support our students and to do so in a way that will minimize disruption to the instructional program.
We are thankful to Dr. Powers for his strong leadership and guidance for the whole JCP Community.
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Bartender for a Night
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Join us tomorrow!
Monday March 5th 6-8 pm
Join us for
the 3rd Annual JCP Bartender for a Night held at Kasey's Tavern.
Dr. Powers will be on hand to chat - FOJ receives 100% of all tips. Come out for a relaxing and fun evening.
Open to all in the Jones' community as well as friends!
Location:
Kasey's Tavern
701 S. Dearborn
Hope to see you there!!
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St. Baldrick's Foundation
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Calling all Bald Eagles!!
The St. Baldrick's Challenge is back!
Every year, Jones students and staff pitch in to help battle pediatric cancer. Please help us support the fight against childhood cancer by donating to this very worthy cause.
Any amount is appreciated!
OR
Even more fun ... Become a shave-ee!!!!
the Jones College Prep event on March 15.
We will gather in the Eagles' Nest during ACLab
to shed our locks and raise money to help kids across America! It's fun, easy and
important.
We did such a great job hitting our $5,000 goal last year that we're upping the ante
and reaching for $6,000 this year!
Get on board today!
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Sports News
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Sophomore Jaden Olson finished the season All-State in the backstroke at the IHSA state meet!
Jaden's top time also means he will likely qualify as an
All-American.
This is a huge accomplishment and the future of the Jones-Payton swim team looks incredibly bright.
Congratulations to Jaden on his accomplishment!
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Winter Sports Assembly
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Winter Sports Assembly March 6th at 6:30 PM
Celebrate the success of our winter sports athletes
and their coaches.
The assembly is in the Robin Bennett Theater.
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Heathers the Musical
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The Jones Theater Department
is proud to present the
all-school production, Heathers: The Musical.
Date Change: April 18, 20, and 21st.
The production is also in need of donations:
The show takes place in the late 1980s in a suburban high school, and we want to create archetypes for the ensemble (jocks, nerds, goth clique, punk kids,
preppy kids, etc.)
We are seeking the following items:
- Late '80s graphic T-shirts and sweatshirts with pop icons and bands such as George Michael, INXS, Guns & Roses, Whitney Houston, Cheap Trick, Michael Jackson
- '80s jeans: Levi's or girls high-waist ("MOM JEANS")
- Scrunchies!!!
- Sweaters (period appropriate), "Cosby" sweaters (sculptured) were popular for men.
- Skirts (above knee preferably)
- Knee-high socks
- White sneakers/tennis shoes or period high-top footwear (Chucks also okay)
- Women's shoulder-padded jackets or sweaters
- Jean jackets
- Leather jackets
- Varsity jackets (red and white are "school colors")
- Solid-color polos (bright colors; Izod and Polo were big)
- Collared shirts/sweaters for women
Drop off donations at the Jones Office
Please inform office staff that donations are for the theatre program
and we will pick them up.
If you have any questions, please email our costumer Grey Hoffman:
[email protected].
Thank you!
Brad Lyons, Director of Theatre
and the Cast and Crew of Heathers: The Musical
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Library News
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Library News...
Chicago Public Library is honoring Teen Tech Week.
This year's theme is "
Libraries are for Creating."
Discover new and latest tech at your local library branch. Create an object with a 3D printer, explore the world of virtual reality, and more!
Among the offerings is a session about Online Portfolio Creation for College on March 10.
AND HERE for the flyer and listing of events at branches around the city.
Click HERE
to explore newly arrived books! Many of them are on a book cart behind my desk. Come get 'em!
To find out more about Jones Library and all events contact Librarian Fran Feeley at
[email protected]
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Jones Alumni Association
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Help Us Build Our Jones Alumni Association
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from an early day!!
As part of our 80th anniversary year,
Friends of Jones is helping launch efforts to reconnect with and engage our Jones alumni and alumni families.
If you know Jones alumni or former Jones parents, please inform them of our efforts and encourage them to connect with us as we build our alumni database through our alumni portal in FOJ Access.
You can help our efforts by:
Forwarding this newsletter to your
Jones Alumni contacts so they can sign up on the
Be sure to follow us on our
Also check out the
to stay up to date on Jones Alumni information.
Please help us spread the word!
Jones Commercial Graduate, '76
Current Parent and Parent of '15 & '17 Graduates
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Seniors - College Acceptance
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Attention!
Complete application submissions, delete colleges you are no longer applying to, and view college acceptance results.
Provide your counselor with a copy of
ALL college acceptance and scholarship letters regardless
of whether you will attend the college/university.
Thank you!
LaToya Hudson-Spells
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your counselor or view our information on the
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FOJ Annual Fund
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CONTRIBUTE TO THE ANNUAL FUND AND HELP US CELEBRATE 80 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE!
Thank you to all who have contributed to the Annual Fund.
We have currently raised $192,000 toward are $250,000 goal.
Donations go to support our teachers, staff, and students to have a rich experience at Jones. CPS can not cover all the costs for programs. The FOJ Annual Fund provides grants to cover those cost.
To see a list of Annual Fund Grants click
HERE
We are asking for 100% participation for the
annual fund.
Every gift of
any amount
is critical to continue providing
the exceptional education that has won
JCP national acclaim.
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Friends of Jones
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Join us!
The next FOJ Board meeting will be held at
8 am Thursday, March 8
South Building library.
Friends of Jones is the parent-led non-profit that raises money, provides volunteers and generates enthusiasm for the school. We provide funds and support for JCP school expenses not covered by Chicago Public Schools.
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Joneswear
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Look great in new Joneswear!
Browse the latest and greatest Joneswear items
Click
HERE to view the entire collection.
Then
make your purchases at the Joneswear store
(third floor, south building)
during our convenient hours.
Tuesdays during Lunch (11:10 - 1:45)
and "B" day ACLab (1:45 - 3:15)
Thursday during Lunch (11:10 - 1:45)
and "B" day ACLab (1:45 - 3:15)
Hours are subject to change.
We're looking for volunteers to staff the store. If you're interested and available, please contact Julie Weisman.
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This Week
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Monday 3/5
B Day
Tuesday 3/6
A Day
5 pm Boys Boys and Girls Water Polo at Westinghouse
6 pm Boys Sports Boosters Meeting
6:30 pm Winter Sports Assembly
Wednesday 3/7
B Day
Thursday 3/8
A Day
8 am FOJ Board Meeting
Friday 3/9
B Day (Early Release)
5 pm Boys Track at Batavia & UHigh
5 pm Boys and Girls Water Polo vs. Lane
Saturday 3/10
Boys Water Polo "Windy City Classic"
Girls Water Polo at Hinsdale Central HS
click HERE for the JCP full calendar
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FOJ Access
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STAY CONNECTED WITH FOJ ACCESS
You can access the Friends of Jones parent database anytime
Every parent already has a separate account.
- Go to www.FOJAccess.org. Use your email address as your login name, then click "Forgot Password?"
- Enter your email address again. You'll receive a link to create your own login name and password.
- Can't find your email address in the system? Hard as we try, sometimes addresses get lost in the shuffle. Contact us at [email protected] and we'll update your email address in our database.
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FOJ 24/7 on Facebook and more
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Spread the word
If you or someone you know would like to receive this biweekly newsletter, contact:
[email protected]
Include name, email address and student's name/grade.
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For information on how you can help enrich your student's experience at Jones, please contact Friends of Jones.
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