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What is a middle schooler,
I was asked one day.
I knew what he was...
but what should I say?

He is noise and confusion.
He is silence that is deep.
He is sunshine and laughter,
or a cloud that will weep.

He is swift as an arrow.
He is a waster of time.
He wants to be rich,
but cannot save a dime.

He is rude and nasty.
He is polite as can be.
He wants parental guidance,
but fights to be free.

He is aggressive and bossy.
He is timid and shy.
He knows all the answers,
but still will ask "why"?

He is awkward and clumsy.
He is graceful and poised.
He is ever changing,
but do not be annoyed.

What is a middle schooler,
I was asked one day.
He is the future unfolding.
Do not stand in his way.

||Author Unknown||



JYMS News
December, 2016
 It is an honor to serve the Baraboo community as the Principal of Jack Young Middle School. I have worked in the Baraboo School District since 1993 and I am proud to call Baraboo home.

It is both my personal and professional goal to provide each and every student in the Baraboo School District with a safe and challenging academic environment. Our most precious resource is our children and we must continuously work to provide them with the highest quality education possible. 

Jack Young Middle School is committed to providing every student with opportunities to learn at a level of challenge uniquely appropriate for them. We offer a wide variety of learning opportunities, led by highly qualified teachers. 

I am married to Lynn Gunnell, who is currently the Choir Director at Baraboo High School. We have three children in the Baraboo School District, including one current middle school student. 

I love Jack Young Middle School and my goal is to create a middle school that kids love too.

John Gunnell- Principal
Save These Dates!

Winter Break runs from December   23rd, 2016 through January 2nd, 2017.  School Resumes on January 3rd.  
Seasonal Activities
We are in a period of the school year that is considered very seasonal.  If your child or family does not wish to participate in certain seasonal activities, please contact:

Dave Schwarz
Associate Principal
dschwarz@barabooschools.net
608-355-3930  Ext. 3011

Thank you. 

JYMS Music News

 JYMS Winter Choir Concerts are on Monday, December 19th in the JYMS Big Gym
  • 5:30PM- 6th Grade and WIN Choir
  • 6:30PM- 7th & 8th Grade Choirs

JYMS Winter Band Concerts are on Tuesday, December 20th in the JYMS Big Gym
  • 5:30PM - 6th Grade 
  • 6:30PM - 7th Grade
  • 7:30PM - 8th Grade & Jazz
    
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS 
 
 
Tuesday, Dec. 6
4:15pm
 
Thursday, Dec. 8
4:15pm
Patrick Marsh Middle  S chool vs.  Jack Young MS  @  Jack Young Middle School 
4:15pm
Patrick Marsh Middle School vs. Jack Young MS @ Jack Young Middle School 
Small Gym
 
Saturday, Dec. 10
8:00am
Middle School Invitational at Middleton High School 
 
Monday, Dec.12
4:15pm
JYMS vs Waunakee at Waunakee Intermediate School
4:15pm
 
Tuesday, Dec 13
4:15pm
Wrestling
 
Thursday, Dec 15
4:15pm
Verona vs JYMS at Jack Young Middle School Small Gym
4:15pm
Verona vs JYMS at Jack Young Middle School Big Gym
 
      
   
Chromebook Corner



��  Reminder:  chromebooks should stay in their issued cases at all times

��  Students should charge their chromebooks each day to ensure enough battery power to get  them though each school day.

Feel free to contact Mrs. Adams at  radams@brabooschools.net    if you have any questions about your student's chromebook.


                                          

Notes from the Librarian

     
     Winter break offers a great opportunity for children and families to get in some reading time. Twenty minutes of reading each day increases vocabulary, helps improve writing, and offers greater opportunity for academic success. Don't forget to ask your child what they are reading. Discussing books is one of the great joys in life.
If it's time for a new book, there are several places in our community that you can access reading materials.

      Our school eLibrary never closes. Your child can access it using their chromebook or other device such as a smartphone or tablet.
 
     Look for a Little Free Library in your neighborhood or visit our JYMS Little Free Library near the north entrance to the school. Here you can borrow a book or leave a book for other readers to discover and enjoy. 
    
      Visit the Baraboo Public Library. The librarians there can help you get a library card and find that just-right-book. And of course you can always visit our local booksellers or online retailers. 

      Whatever you do, be sure that daily reading is part of your child's winter vacation!

Mrs. Steiner
 
6th Grade News

     It has been an exciting first semester with our sixth graders. We  will continue to review school wide expectations and review learning goals for the year. We are looking forward to the rest of the school year!

                          6th Grade Level Team 

Mathematics:                             Language Arts: 

- Mrs. Bauer                                - Ms. Zick

 - Mr. Gile                                    - Ms. Nelson

 - Mrs. Lohr                                 - Mrs. Sabaka

Social Studies:                            Science:

 - Mr. Scrabeck                           - Mrs. Krucas

 - Mr. Francour                           - Mrs. McDonald
                           
                                                   -Mr. Phillips
                                     8th Grade News
 
Our ultimate goal at JYMS is to ensure that our students succeed in all facets of life.  Your involvement is a key piece to helping us accomplish this goal.  We realize the need for an open line of communication between ourselves and you as the parent/guardian of your student. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.  Please use the Infinite Campus Portal to check your student's grades and talk to your student about their grades. The more we are on the same page the better chance your student has of reaching their full potential. In the end that is what we all want. Thank you for all that you do for our students!

-JYMS 8th Grade Team

      Mathematics:                         SocialStudies:                                   
     -Mr. Beall                               -Mrs. Garcia
     -Mr. Brickl                             - Mr. Jones
     -Mrs. Grogan                         -Mr. Scrabeck
     -Ms. Roth
     -Mr. Witthun
     -Mr. Wells

     Language Arts:                       Science
     -Mrs. Ehlert                             -Mr. Phillips
     -Mrs. McCulloch                      -Mr. Witthun
     -Mrs. Nies
     -Ms.  Nelson

Special Education Teacher/PBIS 8th Grade
-Mrs. Statz