Greenspun JHS Newsletter 03-27-2026

GJHS
4 days ago
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Updated: 4 days ago

Week at a Glance:

Monday 3/30:

Straight A’s Luncheon in the library
Pickleball club

Tuesday 3/31:

Students of the quarter luncheon in the library
CCSD MS Band festival @UNLV
8th Grade Health Suicide Prevention education
PLC meetings after school
Color Guard practice
Greenspun Soccer at Brown JHS
- Boys 4:00 PM
- Girls 5:15 PM

Wednesday 4/1:

8th Grade Science CRT periods 1-3
CCSD MS Band festival @UNLV
Running club
Color Guard practice

Thursday 4/2:

Fine Arts trip to Knott’s Berry Farm
Kona Ice all three lunches
Running club
Greenspun Soccer at Mannion JHS
- Boys 4:00 PM
- Girls 5:15 PM

Friday 4/3:

NO SCHOOL - contingency day

Monday 4/6:

NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Greenspun calendar

Principal’s Message:

It is with great pride that I dedicate this message to our amazing Performing Arts students after their exceptional performance at Greenspun’s Annual Fine Arts Concert.

It is difficult to put into words just how impressive their performances were. Whether it was band, choir, orchestra, or color guard, every group brought something special to the stage. I found myself in awe the entire time, just taking in how talented and dedicated our students are.

One of my favorite moments of the concert was the final performance, when all three groups came together for “The Final Countdown.” What a treat that was. Seeing so many students collaborating and performing together with such energy made for an excellent and memorable ending to the concert.

I’d also like to thank our incredible Performing Arts teachers and staff: Ms. Heather Scobie, choir director, and her assistant, Kelly Ray; David Martinez, band director, and his assistant, Jordan Miller; Sheila Davis, orchestra director; and Kate Litzenberg, Color Guard advisor. Their hard work and commitment to our students truly make experiences like this possible.

I say this often because it’s true—our students are second to none. The effort they put in behind the scenes shows every time they step on stage.

To our performers and our audience, thank you for a wonderful morning. Moments like this are a great reminder of how special our school community is, and I am proud to be your principal.

CLICK HERE to view the recorded livestreams of our Fine Arts Week assemblies!

Events & Honors:

SBAC and Science CRT testing are coming soon! CLICK HERE for more information!

Color Guard: Congratulations to GJHS Colorguard, as they earned 57.4 points in their competition at Desert Pines High School on March 14, 2026. The Guard competed in a higher division this competition, based on their excellent performance, and earned the 2nd place trophy, just a few points behind Faiss Middle School. The guard competes again at the finals on Saturday, March 28, at Foothill High school.

Cheerleading Tryouts: Coach Zuniga is back for the 2026-2027 Cheer Season. Tryouts will be held April 22nd - 24th in the gym. To try out, students need a current Atkivate account or a current physical along with your 3rd quarter grades printed out. For more information, please visit the Greenspun Cheer website or attend the informational meeting April 15th at 6pm in the Little Theater. Let's Go Dolphins!

JV Quiz: Good luck to our GJHS JV Quiz team, as they compete in the CCSD JV Quiz tournament at Veterans Tribute CTE on Saturday, March 28. The team has been preparing all year to compete with quiz teams throughout CCSD on topics in geography, mathematics, history, literature, pop culture, sports, and more!

Drama Club: The Drama Club will be presenting the world premiere play, What Alice Saw There by Kyle Olson, a play based on Alice in Wonderland on Thursday April 9th and Friday April 10 at 2:30pm and 7pm. Tickets are $2 for students, $4 for adults and $8 for a family of 4. Tickets are available now online or at the door.

Community-Based Instruction (CBI) Trip: We are excited to share that our self-contained classes recently participated in a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) trip! This experience provided our students with valuable real-world learning opportunities in a fun and supportive environment. During the trip, students practiced important life and social skills, including:

Safely crossing the street and being aware of their surroundings
Managing and budgeting their money
Demonstrating patience and taking turns
Staying with the group and following directions
Using appropriate behavior in stores and public places

Our students did an outstanding job representing our school. We are very proud of their effort, teamwork, and positive attitudes throughout the trip. Experiences like these help build independence, confidence, and real-world readiness. We look forward to providing more opportunities for hands-on learning beyond the classroom. Thank you for your continued support of our students and programs!

Personal Property: The school is not responsible for any personal property of students or their families. Students should not bring valuable items to school. If students bring personal items to school, they do so at their own risk. The school is not obligated to investigate lost or stolen items. The school is not responsible for reimbursement of any kind to students or their families. https://www.greenspunjhs.com/student-handbook

Webstore: The online webstore is now available! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to add items for payment. Parents and guardians must create an account and add their child with a student ID number before they can make payments on the webstore. CLICK HERE to visit the new online webstore!

Absence notes: Parents, please submit absence notes within three days, by clicking on the Attendance icon on our homepage at greenspunjhs.com.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS: Do you want an easy and fun way to celebrate your child's birthday at school? For $15, we will display a short message on the outdoor digital marquee to help celebrate the day. Additionally, a bag of treats and a personalized birthday card will be delivered to your child during the school day. All funds raised help support Greenspun clubs and activities. CLICK HERE to submit a birthday greeting for your child!

Infinite Campus Parent portal/Student portal: Parents, please continue to monitor your child’s grades in Infinite Campus Parent Portal. If you need an activation code, please contact the office for assistance.

SafeVoice: SafeVoice is an anonymous tip report system with live response 24/7/365. Safevoice (SV) includes and goes beyond bullying to create an anonymous way to also report threats of school violence and friends at risk of suicide, self-harm, drugs and more. CLICK HERE to submit a report

Rave Reviews: Do you know of any CCSD employees who make a difference and are exemplary models of the District’s core values? Recognize one of our many outstanding employees for their commitment to education by submitting a RAVE (Recognize a Valued Employee) Review. CLICK HERE to submit a Rave Review!

School Organizational Team: The next Greenspun JHS SOT meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 8 in the library. Click here for GJHS SOT information.