Greenspun JHS Newsletter 10-10-2025

GJHS
Oct 10
5 min read

Updated: Oct 13

Week at a Glance:

Monday 10/13:

Flag Football @Miller MS
- GIRLS: 3:30pm
- BOYS: 4:45pm

Tuesday 10/14:

Student of the Quarter Ice Cream Social
Donut NV 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Department Chair meeting after school

Wednesday 10/15:

Wetzel's Pretzels at all 3 lunches
Flag Football VS White MS
- GIRLS: 3:30pm
- BOYS: 4:45pm

Thursday 10/16:

Straight A’s luncheon

Friday 10/17:

NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

Saturday 10/18:

Cross Country Division Championships @Desert Breeze Park
Greenspun Dawn of the Robots Early Bird VEXIQ Tournament

Greenspun calendar

Principal’s Message:

Student safety before and after school has become a growing concern. As reported by the Clark County School District, “so far this year, 84 students have been hit by cars on their way to and from school, up from 39 students struck during the same time last year.”

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. We encourage you to review the following bike safety guidelines with your children:

Wear a helmet
Watch for cars before crossing driveways and streets
Refrain from horseplay while riding
Focus on your surroundings and avoid distractions
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:

8th Grade PSAT: The 8th grade PSAT will be administered on Wednesday, October 22, from 8am - 11:20am (rescheduled date). All 8th graders will have 2nd lunch on testing day to accommodate the allotted time for the exam.

Students should also ensure that their Chromebooks are up to date and ready for the exam by running the Chromebook Readiness Check before the testing date.

For more information, please visit https://www.greenspunjhs.com/assessment

Student Recognition: The week of October 13 through October 17 will be our week of student recognition for Quarter 1. On Monday, we will begin by issuing your Straight "O" stickers throughout the week during lunch. With this sticker you will have the option to be released 10 minutes early for activities in the outside courtyard along with being allowed to attend sporting events without your parents. Congratulations to all who have earned this privilege!

Best Buddies: Dolphins! Best buddies will be meeting on Thursday after school! We will be discussing our trunk or treat plans. New members are always welcome.

Hope Squad: Do you know another student who is concerned about others, easy to talk with, a good listener, someone you could turn to if you needed a friend and someone who does not bully others? If so, nominate them for the Greenspun Hope Squad this Thursday in your English class!

8th Grade Disneyland Field Trip: Only 29 spots available for the 8th grade trip to Disneyland on 5/11/26. The trip packets can be picked up in the back office. The field trip forms and the deposit of $85 must be turned in to our School Banker to secure your spot. Any student who signs up after the initial 100 will be placed on a waiting list. CLICK HERE for more information!

Yearbook: Get your 2025/2026 YEARBOOK today before the price increases. Also, 8th grade parents get your recognition ads NOW! Spaces are limited and will run out. https://www.jostens.com/

SECTA field trip: We are excited to announce a special opportunity for our female students in grades 6–8! On Thursday, December 4, 2025, selected students will attend the Girls in TECH event at Southeast Career and Technical Academy (SECTA). This free event will allow students to participate in hands-on technology activities designed to spark interest in STEM and IT careers. Students, CLICK HERE to register!

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 Wednesday, October 22 in the library at 2:30pm. Click here for GJHS SOT information.