Greenspun JHS Newsletter 04-24-2026

GJHS
4 days ago
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Updated: 14 hours ago

Week at a Glance:

Monday 4/27:

SBAC makeup testing in the library and room 211
Basketball open gym

Tuesday 4/28:

SBAC makeup testing in the library and room 211
ELA MAP testing in English classes
Kona Ice all three lunches!
Panorama survey in 5th period classes
Madrigals auditions
Staff meeting in the library

Wednesday 4/29:

SBAC makeup testing in the library and room 211
ELA MAP testing in English classes
Jazz Band festival @Chaparral HS
Madrigals auditions
Office staff meeting

Thursday 4/30:

SBAC makeup testing in the library and room 211
Jazz Band festival @Chaparral HS
Madrigals auditions
Basketball open gym

Friday 5/1:

SBAC makeup testing in the library and room 211
Basketball open gym

Greenspun calendar

Principal’s Message:

Assistant Principals Week provides me with the perfect opportunity to recognize Greenspun’s three outstanding administrators. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth operation of the school, maintain a safe environment for our students, and help guide them in making responsible choices.

I am referring to Mr. Vince Bognot, Ms. Katja Hermes, and Ms. Casandra Iglitz, and I would like to give them a special thank you for their dedication and the meaningful work they do each day.

There’s no such thing as a typical day in the role of assistant principals. They wear many hats, but at the heart of each role is their unwavering commitment to students. This is evident as Mr. Bognot, Ms. Hermes, and Ms. Iglitz spends each day problem-solving, supporting students, working with staff, connecting with families, organizing extra-curricular activities, and handling countless unexpected situations—all while keeping what’s best for kids at the center of every decision.

What stands out the most is how effectively they work together and how deeply they care about the Greenspun community. I am grateful for their leadership and the consistency they bring to their profession every day. I appreciate the meaningful roles Mr. Bognot, Ms. Hermes, and Ms. Iglitz play in shaping a respectful, responsible, and safe environment at Greenspun.

Events & Honors:

Online Registration: Online registration opens Monday, April 20 at 8:30am. ALL students must register for the 2026-2027 school year, including students returning to CCSD. CLICK HERE for more information and to register your child!

Self-Contained Classes Community-Based Instruction (CBI) Trip Today, our self-contained classes participated in a Community-Based Instruction (CBI) outing to Smith’s and McDonald’s, where students practiced essential life skills in a real-world setting. Our students truly demonstrated what it means to be Greenspun:

We are Safe – Students practiced proper pedestrian safety by looking both ways, crossing the street carefully, and staying aware of their surroundings.
We are Responsible – At Smith’s, students worked on functional shopping skills by locating different sections such as meat, dairy, and other aisles, while following directions and staying with the group.
We are Respectful – At McDonald’s, students used polite manners, practiced ordering food, waited patiently, and interacted appropriately with staff and peers.

This hands-on experience helped students build independence, confidence, and positive community behavior. We are incredibly proud of how our students represented our school in the community.

Calling All Singers! If you love to sing and want to join one of the top choirs here at Greenspun, here's your opportunity! Ms. Scobie will be holding a Madrigal Audition meeting in the choir room on Tuesday, April 28th. She will teach you the audition songs and give out paperwork. This meeting is MANDATORY to audition. Then the auditions will take place on Thursday, April 30th. If you have any questions, be sure to swing by the choir room to talk to Ms. Scobie!

NJHS: NJHS will have its Induction Ceremony on May 5th after school. NJHS members please see Mrs. Hoeg for guidance or questions.

STUCO Spring Fling Bingo Night: Student Council has an exciting opportunity and family fun night for you. We will be sponsoring a fundraiser for student council at Chicken and Pickle for a Spring Fling Bingo Night. Each bingo card can be purchased for $10.00 or you can purchase a family pack for $30.00 which includes 4 bingo cards. All items are available for purchase on our school webstore.

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, May 13 in the library. Click here for GJHS SOT information.