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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
January, 2017
                                     
  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
9th Grade Course Registration
Parents and Guardians of JYMS 8th grade students. At 5:30 pm on Thursday, January 12th, there will be a meeting in the auditorium regarding 9th grade course registration. Beginning on Monday, January 16 your student will be registering for their 9th grade courses. Please assist your student in completing their registration in Career Cruising by Friday, January 20, 2017.  If you have questions or need assistance with registering, please call Jack Young Middle School counselor's Laurie Kowalke or Christina Olson at 355-3933.

 
JYMS Music News
                            

BARABOO MUSIC SUPPORT GROUP

NEXT SOLO ENSEMBLE PLANNING MEETING
Monday, January 9 @ 6:30pm
Bekah Kate's (Downtown Baraboo)

NEXT GENERAL MEETING:
Monday, January 23 @ 6:30pm
BHS Choir Room


  Saturday, February 25th - WSMA DISTRICT SOLO ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL  AT BARABOO HIGH SCHOOL
   
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS 
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7TH and 8TH GRADE  GIRL'S BASKETBALL SCHEDULE

Thursday, Jan 19, 2017
 4:15PM JYMS vs. Portage  at Jack Young Middle School
                                                                                      
Monday, Jan 23, 2017
4:15PM JYMS  vs. Reedsburg at Webb Middle School in Reedsburg


Tuesday, Jan 31, 2017
 4:15PM Jack Young MS vs. Wisconsin Heights at  Wisconsin Heights High School     
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@barabooschools.net    if you have any questions about your student's chromebook.


                                          

Notes from the Librarian

     
     
Notes from the Library
by Mrs. Steiner

     New Year's Resolutions abound at this time of year. We know the importance of reading twenty minutes each night, but sometimes it can be difficult to maintain that motivation throughout the year, especially during breaks and vacations. One way you can help your child build excitement and motivation around reading is to help them make a reading resolution for 2017. Experts suggest that defining your goal (read 20 minutes each night, read fun and interesting books to stay motivated) is key to success. If you do an Internet search for "reading resolutions for kids", your results will include great articles and tips for helping your child set reading goals. Scholastic has published some terrific printables, as well, that can assist in generating ideas and discussion with your child. You can pick and choose ideas from these lists to personalize your goals.



As always, if you or your child are looking for reading suggestions, we are happy to provide you with some ideas. Happy reading and Happy New Year!



                
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