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Dear Parents/Guardians,

Happy Sunday Patriots! Our cadets had a fun Red Ribbon and Spirit Week. We also had fun rewarding all the cadets who had no D’s and F’s, no referrals, and attend school regularly for the first quarter, with a BBQ and a Dance at the end of the day on Friday.  We will do this again at the end of the second quarter.

It is officially jacket weather. Cadets are authorized to wear their school uniform jacket to school and in classrooms. We do ask that cadets not wear them when transitioning from class to class. There is no AC/Heat in the halls, and we need to be able to see cadet ID’s and uniform compliance. They may wear them in classrooms, but they are not allowed to put their phones in their jackets during the school day.

Westside Resources- We know that times may feel uncertain, and we want to make sure everyone has access to the support they need. Please take a moment to review the attached resources which offer helpful guidance on finding local food assistance and understanding available programs:

Federal Shutdown FAQ 10.21.pdf

We encourage you to use these resources and share them with anyone who may benefit. If you have other needs or challenges, please let us know by clicking the link below so we can connect you with additional help: https://tinyurl.com/unitedwaywfrc 

Yearbooks on sale now - Order your 2025-2026 JSMAL Yearbook today!  Purchases can only be made through the Lifetouch website at www.ybpay.lifetouch.com   The yearbook ID code is 15481026 with the school's name Joseph Stilwell Middle School.  The price is $45.00.  And eighth grade parents can purchase a quarter page ad for only $25.00.  Flyers are in the main office with the above information. Contact Ms. McNally, ortong@duvalschools.org, with any questions.    

Dance Team Opportunity – So you think you can dance? Team up will be conducting Dance tryouts November 3-7 from 4:15-6:15 in the Mess Hall.  It is open to all 6-8th graders.  See flyer for more information.

Joseph Stillwell Dance Tryout Flyer.docx

Calendar Events this week:

Mon, Nov 3 – Dance Team Try-outs 4:15 – 6:15pm in the Mess Hall.

Tues, Nov 4 – Dance Team Try-outs 4:15 – 6:15pm in the Mess Hall. JSMAL presents at School Board Meeting at 6pm.

Wed, Nov 5 – Dance Team Try-outs 4:15 – 6:15pm in the Mess Hall.

Thurs, Nov 6 – Dance Team Try-outs 4:15 – 6:15pm in the Mess Hall.

Fri, Nov 7 – Dance Team Try-outs 4:15 – 6:15pm in the Mess Hall.

Coming soon:

Thur, Nov 13 – SAC meeting in the Media Center at 5:30pm.

Fri, Nov 14 – Veteran’s Day Ceremony at JSMAL at 10:00am.

Sat, Nov 15 – School Enrollment Expo 11:00 – 3:00pm at Prime Osborne Center.

Tamara Roper

Proud Principal

JSMAL