Janis E. Dismus Middle School

Hello Parents and Guardians, Below is the link for the JDMS October Newsletter. In our newsletter you will find information about upcoming events and activities. Please enjoy! https://5il.co/2yacf

Hello JDMS Parents and Guardians, This is just a reminder that tomorrow evening, Wednesday, 9/25/24 at 6:30 PM we will have an 8th Grade Parent Meeting. Ms. Robertson will review 8th Grade events, event prices and Graduation. We will also have a representative from Bergen County to discuss the various County schools that are a option for high school. She will review the different programs, their application process and application deadlines. Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday!

Thank you, Parents and Guardians, for attending the JDMS Back to School Night! It was wonderful to see you all. We know this year is going to be amazing. If you need anything, please feel free to reach out. We are here for you! Please check out our Back to School Video: https://youtu.be/FW27qHwjpcw?si=SJ4Y3NF4J6GXKFp4 Goodnight! Dr. Mathieu & Mr. Alarcon

Join Us for the 2024 Back to School Fair! Tomorrow, Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Winton White Stadium! Enjoy a fun-filled day with free admission and exciting activities for the whole family: Food Vendors Wet/Dry Inflatables Community Booths Face Painting Music by DJ KAZ Students can pick up their new Verizon Laptops tomorrow at the Back to School Fair at Grieco Elementary School. Verizon Laptops must be picked up by a Parent or Guardian. All forms in Genesis must be completed in Genesis before the Laptop is picked up. If your child has not turned in their old laptop, please bring the old laptop with the charger to exchange for a new laptop. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!

Welcome Back to School JDMS! Students return to school on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Breakfast is served in the Cafeteria 7:30 AM - 7:55 AM. Main Entrance Doors open at 7:45 AM. School begins promptly at 8:00 AM. Hardcopies of student schedules and back to school packet were mailed home last week. Schedules can also be accessed online in the Genesis parent portal. An online copy of the back to school packet can be accessed at: https://jdms.epsd.org/o/jdms/documents/our-school/61546

The JDMS School Supply List is now available!

JDMS Spring / Summer Newsletter is now Available. Click on the link below: https://5il.co/2skl1

Hello Parents and Guardians, Attached is the schedule for the last week of school. JDMS will have early dismissals on 6/17 - 6/20. School will be closed for Juneteenth, 6/19/24.

Hello Students, Please click on the link to the form to choose your Performing Arts elective class between Theater and Dance. Thank you. https://forms.office.com/r/8zLkGK7fqv

Hello Parents and Guardians, Please keep in mind the upcoming dates: Monday, 6/3/24 - Early Dismissal - Professional Development Day Tuesday, 6/4/24 - School Closed - Election Day Wednesday, 6/5/24 - JDMS Health Fair @ 6:30 PM in the JDMS Cafeteria Friday, 6/14/24 - 8th Grade Dinner Dance @ The Doubletree Hotel / Fort Lee

Good Morning Parents and Guardians! Today is one of JDMS favorite events, Field Day! All students received a Field Day Shirt that they should wear today. If your child did not receive a shirt, please have them report to the main office first thing in the AM so we can assist them. Lunch will be provided at the field. Water will be on site too but we encourage students to bring a refillable water bottle for the day. Additionally students should wear sunblock, a hat and clothes appropriate for a day of physical activity. Flip Fops and slides will not be permit. Students should wear sneakers. We strongly encourage students to not bring any valuables to the field, phones, electronic devices, air pods, etc...all should be stored in the students' locker. Students who ignore this recommendation will be solely responsible for their items. Looking forward to a great day!

Hello Parents and Guardians, Tomorrow your children will take the State Assessment, the NJSLA. You children have been well prepared, and we are confident that they will do well. Please remind your children that they are to report to school on time by 8AM. Students should bring their laptops fully charged. Finally, students are not allowed to bring electronic devices or coats into the testing room. Students should use their lockers to store their belongings. Thank yo

Hello Parents and Guardians, Tomorrow we will administer an NJSLA Simulation to all students. NJSLA (State Assessment) will begin on Thursday. Please remind your children to come to school on time and with their laptops fully charged. Cellphone and Smartphones are not allowed in the testing room and should be placed in students' lockers. Thank you for your support as we prepare our students to do their best on this assessment.

Hello Parents and Guardians, Please be advised that NJSLA Testing has been rescheduled and will begin this Thursday, May, 9,2024. * Breakfast will be provided for all students. * Testing will begin promptly at 8 AM. * Phones, Jackets, and Bookbags will not be permitted in the testing room and must be placed in students’ lockers.

It is with great sadness that the Englewood Public Schools announces the passing of Ms. Elizabeth Rosa, a teacher at Grieco Elementary School. JDMS shares our deepest condolences to the Rosa family during this difficult time.

Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held this Tuesday 2/27/24 (1:45 PM - 3:45 PM) and Wednesday 2/28/24 (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM). There will be early dismissal on both conference days. Conference appointments can be scheduled in the parent portal on Genesis. https://parents.c1.genesisedu.net/englewood/sis/view?gohome=true

Hello Parents and Guardians, This is a friendly reminder to support the students of JDMS at our Family Paint Night, tonight at 6PM in the JDMS Cafeteria. The paint activity is $10 a canvas. Full Dinner will be provided for free. This is a great event for family members of all ages.

Due to the predicted inclement weather, EPSD will be closed tomorrow, February 13, 2024.  All schools and central office will be closed for the day.  Be safe, and we will see you on Wednesday, February 14th.

Hello Parents and Guardians, Please remember that school is closed on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, for Professional Development.

Due to the inclement weather, EPSD will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, January 17th. All schools will open 2 hours later than the normal time. See you tomorrow! Buenas noches, familias y personal de EPSD, Debido a la inclemencias del tiempo, EPSD operará con un retraso de 2 horas mañana, 17 de enero. Todas las escuelas abrirán 2 horas más tarde que el horario normal. ¡Nos vemos mañana!