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Calendar
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June 19
Last day of school for students
July 16 - July 27
Freshman Connection
Sept. 4
First Day of Fall Semester
Sept. 13
8 am FOJ Board Meeting
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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 Family,
When I hold our graduation rehearsal each year, I always ask the seniors who the ceremony is for. Almost invariably they respond, "Us!" That, of course, is understandable. We are indeed celebrating an important milestone in their lives.
However, I take the opportunity to challenge them. "Not exactly," I reply. "It is ABOUT you, but it is FOR all those people who will be there to celebrate your graduation." It is for family, friends, teachers, and all the others who have served as our graduates' support teams over the past four years. That is why the theme of this year's graduation ceremony is
gratitude.
For me, I am grateful to our wonderful, motivated students and their supportive families. There are so many things we would not be able to do for our students if it were not for the continuing efforts of the Friends of Jones.
And especially, I am grateful to our amazing team of educators, teachers, counselors, administrators, and support staff who dedicate themselves to providing the best possible education. Our faculty and staff have contributed mightily to building an inclusive, supportive, and positive school environment unmatched by any I have experienced in more than forty years in the field.
Thank you, Jones Family, for another great year at JCP!
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me any time at
[email protected] or 773-534-8606. For news about our school, please follow me on Twitter:
Sincerely,
P. Joseph Powers, Ph.D.
Principal
Jones College Prep
700 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
773-534-8606
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Freshman Connection
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Register for the Class of 2022 Freshman Connection
The two-week orientation program for rising freshmen will take place weekday mornings, 8 am to noon,
July 16 through July 27
at the JCP campus.
Freshman Connection is your student's introduction to the culture of inclusion, curiosity and academic excellence that characterizes Jones College Prep. Besides getting a vital orientation to the campus, freshmen routinely make friends during the program that they keep through high school.
If you haven't yet, register
HERE today!
Rising Freshman Parents: You're Invited!
Stop by for coffee, information and a chance to chat
with Dr. Powers and fellow parents
on July 16, 8:30 am,
the first day of Freshman Connection.
Freshman connection is funded by an FOJ Grant
If you'd like to donate click
HERE
Be sure to check out this valuable link to information for incoming freshman on the
JCP Website
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Thank You to our Gala Sponsors
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A big THANK YOU to our generous 2018 Gala sponsors for their support!
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4th Annual 2018 5K Eagle Run
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The 4th Annual 2018 5K Eagle
Fun Run
Will be held October 21, 2018
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Dr. Powers crossing the finish line.
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Fun for the whole family!
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If you are interested in helping plan this event,
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Spanish Honor Society - 2018 National Award!
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Spanish Honor Society
Jones College Prep's Diego Velázquez Chapter of the Spanish Honor Society (la Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica) was awarded National Chapter of the Year for 2018!
This past year, the Chapter raised funds for hurricane victims in Puerto Rico and earthquake victims in Mexico by selling horchata at Open House and bracelets made by young people in Nicaragua. They also volunteered their time during AcLab to tutor other students in Spanish classes and offered latin dance lessons twice this year thanks to grants from Friends of Jones. They also successfully hosted the first dance at school with music all in Spanish,
Noche Bajo las Estrellas.
 The group teamed up with ALAS to visit Casa Central spending time doing crafts and playing games with the Spanish-speaking elderly in their Adult Wellness Center.
Members this past year
contributed nearly 600 hours volunteering in school, in their communities and abroad and learning about different cultures by visiting museums and events.
The success will continue as 52 new members were inducted this year, at a ceremony that debuted Jones' own mariachi group, El Mariachi Águilas.
The Spanish Honor Society is a national and international organization under the AATSP (American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese) has over 2500 chapters across the world. Up to five chapters are recognized as chapter of the year each year. They will receive $150 and a plaque.
Congratulations to Jones Spanish Honor Society!
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Class of 2018 - Join Jones Alumni!
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Congratulations Class of 2018
You are now Alumni of Jones!
We'd love to keep up with you and have you stay involved
with alumni events at Jones!
You can do so by registering your information
by filling out the:
As well stay up to date by
Following the:
Or visit our webpage:
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FOJ Communications
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Would you like to volunteer for
Friends of Jones in 2018/2019?
The Communications Team needs YOU!
We need a volunteer to update our webpage
And
someone to develop our web-based marketing materials in Mail Chimp.
We'd love help setting up the new format for our valuable
FOJ newsletter. If you have Mail Chimp experience
and a few hours to share, please let us know.
Contact
Linda Beck to volunteer for FOJ Communications.
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Go Club 2018
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Are you interested in the Go Club?
Go boards were purchased this year for this energetic group!
FOJ supports clubs, as well as teams, classrooms and projects.
To get involved in any of Jones activities
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Library News
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Summer Library Opportunties
Thank you to Mr. Fran Feely, JCP Librarian, for providing great connections throughout the year!
Chicago Public Library Teen Summer Program!
June 1-September 1, 2018
Check out
Imagine Doing More, a summer program challenging teens to think about how they can positively impact the quality of their Chicago environment, from June 1 to September 1, by investigating, learning and creating an action plan.
This self-directed summer program also invites teens to participate in Partner Challenges with the Adler Planetarium, the Chicago Architecture Foundation, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Environmental Law & Policy Center.
Teen Arts Pass - Dance, music and theatre performances for only FIVE BUCKS!!!
Teen Arts Pass (TAP) is a new initiative by Urban Gateways that gives young people ages 13-19 access to $5 tickets to see professional dance, music, and theater performances in and around Chicago. With your free TAP membership, all you have to do is present proof of membership at a participating venue on the day of the show, and as long as it's not sold out, you can purchase a ticket (with a possible value of up to $200+) for $5 cash. It's that easy! This is one of the most exciting youth opportunities I have ever promoted!!
Summer Educational and Cultural Opportunities
Parents, explore many great educational and cultural offerings available to your students this summer in Chicago by perusing recent posts on the library website blog
HERE
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Volunteers Need 2018 - 2019
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Parent Volunteers Needed for the Library
2018-2019 School Year
We're looking for parent volunteers in the library for the 2018-'19 school year. You don't need to be technical or computer savvy!
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JCP Sports Camps Summer 2018
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Jones College Prep is proud to offer a variety of camps for incoming 9th graders and Varsity Team members.
The camps are a great way to improve your skills and get involved in school!
Camps include:
Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fast-Pitch Softball (girls)
Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball and Water Polo!
Find out more information and register
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Joneswear
Store
will be open
Monday of Freshman Connection on
July 16 and 23rd.
We're looking for volunteers to staff the store. If you're interested and available, please contact Julie Weisman.
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FOJ Annual Fund
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Did you know...
Donations to FOJ Annual Fund provides
Freshman Connection.
FOJ funds grants for clubs, teams, classrooms, the annual musical, and so much more! Your donation today will go to enrich students experience at Jones.
Please join the
323 families who have contributed to the fund and helped us raise
$213,500 so far. We're so close!
With your help, we can reach our goal. You can continue to make contribution through the summer at the
FOJ Annual Fund
No gift is too small to make a difference!
For more information on the annual fund contact
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Friends of Jones
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HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!
Then join us! for our first Fall
FOJ Board meeting
held
Sept. 13, 2018
8 am
Friends of Jones is the parent-led non-profit that raises money, provides volunteers and generates enthusiasm
for Jones College Prep. We provide funds and support
for JCP school expenses not covered by Chicago Public Schools.
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Monday 6/18
Testing Day
Exams 1, 3 & 2
Tuesday 6/19
C day
Student Check Out
End of the Fourth Quarter
Last Day of School
Wednesday 6/20
School Improvement Day
Thursday 6/21
Flex PD Day
(No School for Students)
Friday 6/22
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 Social Media
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Keep in touch with FOJ on social media
Follow our us on Instagram
Like us on Facebook
Volunteer
volunteer opportunities and more.
Spread the word
If you or someone you know would like to receive
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his biweekly newsletter, contact:
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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