JCS Museum Club Invites You to the Huntington Library
January 30, 2009
When:
Friday, February 13 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Where:
Huntington Library
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
(626) 405-2100
Cost:
Adults: $15
Students (age 12-18): $10
Youth (age 5-11): $6
Children under 5: Free
Parking: FREE
RSVP:
Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 11
Contact: Elise Rodriguez
erodriguez@juliancharterschool.org
Directions: (from the Murrieta Meeting Center)
Take the I-15 freeway North
Merge onto CA-91 W toward Beach Cities
Merge onto CA-71 N toward Ontario/Pomona
Merge onto CA-57 North
Merge onto 210 W toward Pasadena
Take Exit 29A toward Sierra Madre Blvd/San Marino
Stay STRAIGHT; go onto E. Maple Street
Turn LEFT onto N Sierra Madre Blvd.
Turn RIGHT onto EUSTON RD
Turn RIGHT onto Oxford Rd.
Estimated Time: 1 hour & 28 minutes
Writing Enrichment Club in Ramona on February 9
January 29, 2009
Looking for extra support in writing? The writing enrichment club will enhance writing skills through creative instruction in three different writing genres throughout the year. February’s focus will be Summary Writing using Excellence in Writing.
- When: Monday, February 9 from 9-11 am
- Where: Mountain View Community Church (MVCC) in Ramona (78 and Ash)
- Who: 4th through 7th graders
This will be limited to 15 students so please RSVP to Julie Hogan ASAP to ensure a spot. Please contact Julie Hogan, not MVCC.
jhogan@juliancharterschool.org
(760) 788-1678
Reminder! Please Join Us at the San Diego Learning Center for the Eggdrop Competition on January 30
January 29, 2009
The North San Diego Science Club is moving to the San Diego Learning Center on January 30 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Please join us for our Egg Drop Competition. All the details you’ll need to participate can be found at the link below!
Additional information on upcoming Science Club dates can be found on this flyer.
Special Board Meeting on Friday, January 30, 2009 at the Innovation Centre Temecula
January 28, 2009
A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
JULIAN CHARTER SCHOOL
Will be held on Friday, January 30, 2009
Open Session:
8:30 a.m.
Closed Session
9:00 a.m.
Innovation Centre Temecula
27235 Madison Avenue
Temecula, CA 92592
(760) 803-1612
Governing Board Meeting Agenda 01.30.09
Spring Art Classes with Monart in Corona
January 26, 2009
Everyone can learn to draw at Monart, Corona! In addition, they will learn spatial relationships, listening skills, focus and concentration; powerful tools that will enhance their academic studies. This is not a study of artists; it is DRAWING. We have fun, and learn realistic drawing with different medium. We learn about what we are drawing, where in the world it lives and what it does. Each student will be given a fact sheet and a work sheet where they will practice learning to draw.
We are fully approved by Julian to take students starting at any time. Call for an appointment or trial class. 951 278-3330. Instructor will drive to Corona or Riverside for a class of 10 or more. Instructor was previously the art teacher at Crossroads Christian School.
Vendor information: Monart, Corona
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JCS Basketball - Week 2 Results
January 26, 2009
The second week of the JCS basketball season continued on Thursday afternoon as the middle school program played two games at the Colina Park gymnasium in San Diego. In the first game the Jaguars (2-0) beat the Bruins (1-1) by the score of 52-27. Micah led the way for the Jaguars with a phenomenal 30 points, 15 coming from 3 point land. Rounding out the scoring for the Jaguars included Andre with 16 points, Caleb with 4 points, and Brennan with 2 points. The Bruins were led by John Michael with 13 points and Alyssabeth with 8 points. Shari, Thomas, and Anna chipped in 2 points each for the Bruins.
In the second game the Huskies defeated the Eagles 25-5. David and Johnny led the Huskies with 13 points and 8 points respectively. Jake and Cody made one basket each for the victors. The Eagles were led by Corey with 3 points and Mackenzie with 2 points.
Next Thursday the Bruins (1-1) play the Huskies (1-1) at 1:00 p.m. while the Eagles (0-2) take on the Jaguars (2-0) at 2:00 p.m.
On Friday afternoon at the Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center gymnasium the high school took to the court. The Murrieta Hawks (2-0) continued their winning ways by defeating the San Diego Jaguars 46-27. The Hawks were led by Douglas and Josiah with 17 and 14 points respectively. Dominic (9 points), Courtney (4 points), and Peter (2 points) rounded out the scoring for the first place Hawks. The Jaguars were led by the long range shooting of John Michael who tallied 12 points. Chris (7 points), Hashem (5 points), Erik (2 points), and Dan (1 point) rounded out the scoring for the second place Jaguars.
The late game was a nail biter as the San Diego Riptide (1-1) held off the Alpine Coyotes (0-1) by the score of 25-24. The Riptide had six players score including Tristan (9 points), Victor, David S., and Muhammad (4 points apiece), and David M. and Joey (2 points each). The Coyotes were led by Miguel and Chelsy with 14 points and 10 points respectively.
Next Friday the Alpine Coyotes (0-1) will face the Murrieta Hawks (2-0) at 12:50 p.m. while the San Diego Jaguars (1-1) will take on the North County Titans (0-1) at 1:50 p.m.
JCS Varsity Basketball Standings as of January 23
January 26, 2009
Team Wins Losses Games Behind
Murrieta 2 0 -
SD Jags 1 1 1
SD Riptide 1 1 1
Alpine 0 1 1.5
North County 0 1 1.5
FREE Homeschool Gymnastics E-Club at Twist’N'U on Friday, January 23 from 5:30-7 p.m.
January 23, 2009
Come participate in a unique gymnastics class for 1 hour. We will have experienced coaches guiding you through a typical session. Twist’n’u has trampolines, air track, rock climbing wall, bars, balance beams, and so much more. The best thing is that today it will be FREE from 5:30-7 p.m. Please be advised a parent or guardian will need to complete a waiver before student participates.
Date: Friday, January 23, 2008
Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Location: 17945 Collier Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (951) 245-6969
Get ready for some fun and flips!!!
Please e-mail Kim Daeley kdaeley@juliancharterschool.org if you are interested in attending.
Register Now! Spring 2009 Online Courses for Homeschool Students Grades 6-8
January 21, 2009
Please join us as we pilot our new online classes for the Spring Session. Students will participate in an online virtual classroom through direct instruction, abundant peer discussion, a variety of multimedia experiences while advancing their technology skills. Microphone headsets will be mailed to the student once enrollment is finalized and confirmed through email.
Spring Session: February 2 - April 3, 2009
Middle School Grades 6-8
Course Descriptions
- Spring Into Writing II
Grades 6-8
Wednesdays: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Nancy McCabe
In this class, students who have a clear understanding of paragraph structure and the writing process will move into the art and structure of an essay as well as descriptive writing. Technology standards integrated into student writing and several software programs will help students have fun publishing their writing online.
- Literature
Grade 6
Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Instructor: Lori OrrellIn this class, students will read a Core Literature Book called: The Cay by Theodore Taylor. Students will explore character traits, discuss story elements, visit interactive websites, write responses to Literature, and complete book reports. Teacher and class will choose the next title together.
- Literature
Grade 7-8
Tuesdays: 12:45 -1:45 p.m.
Instructor: Nan O’DonnellDelve into the faraway world of 16th century Feudal Japan as we read The Samurai’s Tale, by Erik Christian Haugaard. Written from the perspective of the orphaned Murakami boy, this novel brings old Japan to life with poetic descriptions of actual historical figures and events. Mrs. O’Donnell, who lived and taught in Japan for 9 years, will teach this class. Let’s make this unit more than just “a good read”! Attention to universal theme, plot and character development will be addressed. Seventh and Eighth graders are both welcome to study this core literature book.
- Algebra I, 2nd Semester
Grade 7-8
Monday & Thursday 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Instructor: Betsy FroggeStudents will receive instruction using the 2009 Prentice Hall Algebra textbook. Concepts covered this semester include systems of equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, and quadratic equations. This is an on-going class from semester 1 and begins with Chapter 6 of the text.
- Pre-Algebra, 2nd Semester
Grade 6-8
Monday & Thursday 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Betsy FroggeStudents will receive instruction using the 2009 Prentice Hall Pre-Algebra textbook. Concepts covered this semester include; ratios, proportions, and percents; solving equations and inequalities; linear functions and graphing; and area and volume. This is an on-going class from semester 1 and begins with Chapter 6 of the text.
- Humanities
Grade 8
Tuesdays: 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Instructor: Melissa WebbThis eighth grade humanities class combines historical literature and research on the American Revolution. Students will journey into an eight-week session with abundant class participation, exciting technological experiences, and California Standards academics. We will be reading the CORE literature novel, My Brother Sam is Dead, researching our American independence, writing essays, discussing, and debating.
- Institute for Excellence in Writing Level A-Level 1
Grade 6-8
Mondays : 12:45-1:45 p.m
Instructor: Melissa WebbIEW- Institute for Excellence in Writing Level A - Level 1 class. Learn the methods that will give your student excellent style and structure in writing. Seventh graders are encouraged to attend to prepare for STAR writing in March.
Class Requirements
- Students need good keyboarding skills and access to a computer and the Internet. Broadband (cable or DSL is preferred).
- Students need to be at or above grade level for Writing and Literature Classes.
- Students need good study skills. There will be weekly reading and writing assignments.
- Students need excellent attendance! Any student who will not be present for all 8 weeks will need to wait for the next session.
To Register
Complete the online class registration form by January 23, 2009. Confirmations will be sent out via email. Classes are limited to ten students in each course.
JCS Family Ice Skating at Iceoplex - February 4th in Escondido
January 20, 2009
Join JCS Families for a day of ice-skating!
Wednesday, February 4th 1:00 - 5:30 p.m. at the Escondido Iceoplex
$9.00 includes skate rental and public session
Activity is sponsored by JCS Murrieta Middle School Academy PTO.
Iceoplex Ice Skating Information
Iceoplex Field Trip Authorization Form
K-8 Homeschool Parent Support Group Meeting on February 2 in San Diego
January 20, 2009
Date/Time: February 2, 2009/ 6:30-7:45 pm
Location: San Diego Learning Center
6112 Lorca Dr. San Diego, 92115
(619) 358-9338
Guest Presenter: Rebecca Lindquist
Arithmetic without the Hickory Stick
- What is the math equivalent of free reading?
- Why do Chinese children understand Place Value?
- Can addition be transparent?
- How to break out of debtor’s prison and other subtraction traps
- Why is multiplication like a red, red rose?
- What is there to do if all times fail?
- Tossing the cream pie and fractions.
- What do Making Cents, 21 Balloons, and Knowing the Score have in common?
- Al who?
Rebecca Lindquist has been cheering on home schooling families for over 25 years. Her home schooled son recently graduated from UCSD, summa cum-laude. She has 5 years of traditional classroom experience and over 8 years as an Educational Facilitator with Julian Charter School. She continues to search for ways to help students become independent life-long learners.
Questions? Please contact Susan Eidbo at seidbo@juliancharterschool.org or Amanda Satterfield at asatterfield@juliancharterschool.org
Math E-Club Thursday, January 22 From 3-4 p.m. at the Murrieta Meeting & Resource Center
January 20, 2009
Please join us if you are in need of Math help for students in grades 3 - 5 (or 6 - 8 if significantly behind).
These short mini- lessons presented by Ken Sims are designed for the parents to observe and for students to watch.
10 minute Math Strategies for :
- 3:00 - 3:20 p.m. Adding or Subtracting with regrouping (Bottom bigger? Yes Better Borrow)
- 3:20 - 3:30 p.m. Rounding or Estimation. (5 or more up the score / 4 or less let it rest)
- 3:30 - 3:45 p.m. Multi-digit Multiplication / Division.
- 3:45 - 4:00 p.m. Multiples (multiply) & Factors (dividing)
