Greenspun JHS Newsletter 08-21-2026
- GJHS
- 23 hours ago
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Week at a Glance:
Monday 8/24:
i-Ready make up testing in the library
Cheer practice
Cross Country practice
Speech and Debate meeting room 124
STUCO meeting room 108
Tuesday 8/25:
Schoolwide Spelling Bee in English classes
i-Ready make up testing in the library
Staff meeting after school in the library
Cross country practice
Color Guard open practice
Wednesday 8/26:
i-Ready make up testing in the library
Cross Country practice
Office staff meeting after school
Color Guard open practice
Thursday 8/27:
Cheer practice
Cross country practice
Friday 8/28:
Pep Assembly in the gym
Principal’s Message:
Student safety before and after school has become a growing concern. Even one bike-related accident is too many! Our number one priority is to keep our students safe and reinforce rules that students should follow while riding their bikes, scooters, or skateboards.
We are also asking for your help at home because we have witnessed many students disregarding bike safety guidelines on their way to and from school, especially when they are crossing our busy parking lot driveways. We encourage you to review the following bike safety guidelines with your children:
Wear a helmet
Look both ways and watch for cars before crossing driveways and streets
Refrain from horseplay while riding
Focus on your surroundings
Follow the directions of crossing guards
Walk bikes, instead of riding them, while on school property
In addition, we urge parents who are dropping off or picking up their children to observe the rules of the road. A busy school zone can be dangerous if drivers aren’t paying close attention or become impatient. A simple moment of distraction can have serious consequences.
So drivers, please be patient and adhere to the following:
Refrain from making U-turns in front of the school, parking illegally, or blocking crosswalks
Observe the school zone speed limit and slow down
Avoid distractions, like cell phone usage, while driving
Keep a vigilant lookout for the whereabouts of the kid
Pay attention and follow the traffic light signals and the crossing guards’ directions.
We understand mornings and afternoons can be hectic, but no appointment or schedule is more important than a child’s safety. This is a reminder that we should all commit to safer habits—on bikes and behind the wheel—so we can keep our kids safe and prevent further accidents.
Events & Honors:
CCSD Crisis Response Plan: Please visit the school plans of operation page at greenspunjhs.com/school-plans-of-operation for the 2026-27 CCSD Crisis Response Plan in English and Spanish.
GJHS Wishlist: Greenspun needs your help! Due to budget shortfalls, we are looking to partner with the community for desperately needed supplies to support our students and staff. Click below or scan the QR code to see our Amazon wishlist!
i-Ready Testing: i-Ready makeup testing continues in the library August 24-26. Students who need to make up either their reading or mathematics i-Ready assessments will be sent to the library during their English or math classes.
SOT: Greenspun JHS will be soliciting nominations and hosting elections for the 2026-2027 School Organizational Team at the end of August. Please visit greenspunjhs.com/sot for dates and information!
Color Guard: Interested in Color Guard? Come to our Open Practices every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 pm in the cafeteria. See you there!
Cheer Fundraiser: World's Finest Chocolate is here at Greenspun. Find a cheerleader before or after school to get your yummy chocolate for $2.00, cash only. There are a variety of flavors for only $2.00 each. Enjoy a sweet treat while supporting your GJHS Cheer Team.
Student Council (STUCO): Greenspun Junior High Student Council Applications Are Open! Ready to make a difference at our school? Student Council applications are now available! If you’re a leader, a team player, or simply have great ideas for making our school even better, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to get involved, represent your classmates, and help plan exciting activities and events.
📣 Applications are available now!
📝 Apply today and let your voice be heard!
⏰ Application deadline: September 01 - Turn in application to Banker or Room 108
We can’t wait to see what you bring to Student Council!
Band Apparel: The Greenspun Band is selling Official Spirit Wear until 8/31/2026. Orders will be delivered to Mr. Martinez in the Band Room on 09/14/2026, and distributed to students and staff that week. Click the link, or scan the QR Code to order yours today!
Hazel Health: Hazel Health is now offered to all students online and in the Greenspun health office. Using Hazel Health in the health office allows your student to talk to a Doctor and receive approved over the counter medication when needed. To access this program please fill out the consent form: https://my.hazel.co/ccsd/consent
Find Your Voice: Join Speech & Debate! Looking for an opportunity to build confidence, communication skills, and critical-thinking abilities? Join Speech & Debate! Speech & Debate gives students the opportunity to practice expressing ideas clearly, thinking on their feet, listening to different perspectives, and speaking confidently in front of others. Students will also learn how to research topics, support their ideas with evidence, and communicate effectively. These skills will benefit them throughout middle school, high school, college, and future careers. Students do not need to be experienced public speakers to participate. Speech & Debate is a welcoming opportunity for all students to challenge themselves, discover their strengths, and develop skills they can use both inside and outside the classroom. Whether your student loves to debate, enjoys telling stories, is passionate about a particular topic, or simply wants to become more confident speaking in front of others, there is a place for them in Speech & Debate! I encourage all students to give Speech & Debate a try and discover the power of their voice!
Informational Meeting: 8/24/26
Time: After School, 1:41-2:10 (subsequent meetings will go to 2:25)
Location: Room 124 with Mrs. Hoeg (8th grade English teacher)
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 $20, 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, September 16 in the library. Click here for GJHS SOT information.
Check the GJHS calendar for more events & information.
View daily announcements on our Youtube channel!
Greenspun Gallery:
Photos courtesy of GJHS Assistant Principal Vince Bognot