Weekly Happenings at TJMS

General Announcements
(scroll down for important information and upcoming activities)

Basketball

Games

January 31 at Flat Rock ~ 7th grade boys and girls ONLY

February 1 vs. East ~ 7th grade girls ONLY(home)

Practice
Monday: girls early, boys late
Thursday, Friday: boys early/girls late
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Spirit Days
(sponsored by student council)
January 31 ~ Beach Day
February 7 ~ America Day
February 9 ~ Blackout Day
February 14 ~ Jersey Day
February 16 ~ Pink Day
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Give a Kid a Coat
Please bring any used coats to donate to this wonderful cause now thru February 6th.
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International Culture Club will meet on Tuesdays in Trailer 5
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Multimedia/Stars Club will meet on Tuesdays in room 012
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Art Club will be on Wednesdays in room 113
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Yearbook - Wednesdays room 105
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NAL - Wednesdays
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Creative Writing Club ~ Thursdays room 001
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Chess Club - Thursdays
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Middle School Choice Timeline

If you are interested in attending a school different than your residential school, you must apply during this timeline. Choice begins on Monday, February 20 and ends on Friday, March 3.
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High School Choice Timeline
If you are interested in attending a high school different from your assigned residential high school you must apply during the choice period. This begins February 13 and ends on February 24. Applications are available on the WSFCS website under Student Assignment beginning February 13.

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Reagan HS will hold their annual Raider Reveal on January 30, 6:30-8:30. Raider Reveal is an open house event for anyone interested in attending Reagan HS next year. With the choice transfer window coming up in February, the Raiders would like to showcase their school and afford prospective students and their parents the opportunity to learn more about their school. This event will provide information about course offerings and the registration process, as well as the chance to see our athletic programs, arts offerings and potential clubs.
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Are you attending Mt. Tabor High School next year? The Spartan Showcase will be Monday, January 30 at 6:30pm in the auditorium.
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Are you interested in attending the Early College of Forsyth? Applications are due by February 15. Visit the ECF website for more information. Upcoming Informational Sessions: January 10 at 4pm, January 12 at 4pm and January 17 at 4pm. Ardmore Hall (2nd floor), room 216. Informational Sessions are limited to 30 people per session. Please RSVP (336)757-3290 to reserve your spot.
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Mt Tabor Spartans 4th Annual Kick-Off to Spring Men's Lacrosse Clinic
Saturday, February 4th, 11-2pm at Mt Tabor High School
Ages: Elementary and Middle School Players
Information and Registration is located on the Mt Tabor Men's Lacrosse website. www.mthslacrosse.com, walk up registration will be accepted
Cost: $30 payable to Mt. Tabor Athletics, lunch will be provided!
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   Winter Weather Schedule Changes

When there is a change in the school schedule due to winter weather, school system closings or delays will be announced multiple ways 6am that day. Announcement options include:
1. Informational phone calls made to parents
(make sure your contact info is up-to-date)
2. Our district website, www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us
3. Social Media: Facebook ~ Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
Twitter ~ WS/FC Schools
4. Local television and radio stations
(ABC/WXLV ~45, CBS/WFMY ~ 2, Fox/WGHP ~ 8, NBC/WXII ~ 12, WS/FCS Cable ~ 2

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Mark your calendar for the 8th grade dance: Friday, March 17, 7-9. Only TJMS students are able to attend.
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Reminder to tryout for any sports programs at TJMS you must have a current physical, concussion form and proof of insurance on file.
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Monday is an A day!