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St. Johns County School District News
by Jax4Kids
Congratulations to SJCSD Support Employee of the Year, Debra Sheets
Congratulations to Debra Sheets, business systems analyst, Information Technology, the SJCSD Support Employee of the Year!
The 2022-2023 School-Related Employees of the Year were selected from each of the district’s schools, along with three district representatives. School-related employees enhance the educational experience for the children whose lives they touch, and they are essential to the successful operation of a school or school district office. tee reviewed all of the candidates and Debra was announced as the winner of the St. Johns County School-Related Employee of the Year at a reception to honor all of the nominees at Tocoi Creek High School. Debra's application will now be submitted to the FL DOE to compete at the state level.
Visit stjohns.k12.fl.us for a list of the 2022-2023 School-Related Employee of the Year nominees.
These nominees were chosen for the significant contributions they have made in their schools and community and to the school district as a whole. Criteria for the award include exemplary job performance, dedication on the job, interpersonal skills, leadership ability, and contributions to the school and school district environment.
A district-wide screening commit-
December Calendar of Events
December 1, 6pm – 7pm Early College Information Night at Tocoi Creek High School December 6, 6:30pm – 7:30pm Early Career Parent Meeting at St. Augustine High School December 8 10 Day Testing Window for High Schools Starts (Semester 1) December 13, 6pm – 7pm Early College Information Night at Pedro Menendez High School December 14 High School Showcase, Renaissance World Golf Village December 14, 4pm – 5pm Spelling Bee, FCTC Character Counts! Conference Center December 19, 4pm – 6pm Half-Cent Sales Surtax Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting, Fullerwood Training Center Auditorium
December 21 10 Day Testing Window for High Schools Ends (Semester 1)
December 21 All schools will be dismissed 1 hour early
December Character Counts Pillar: All Pillars
Trustworthiness
• Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal • Be reliable – do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal – stand by your family, friends, and country
Respect
• Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant and accepting of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit, or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements
Responsibility
• Do what you are supposed to do • Plan ahead • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes • Set a good example for others
Fairness
• Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others carelessly • Treat all people fairly
Caring
• Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need • Be charitable and altruistic
Citizenship
• Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment • Volunteer
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December 21 December 22, 2022 – January 3, 2023 Second Quarter / First Semester Ends Winter Break – Student/Teacher Holiday
All Schools participate in a weekly early release on Wednesday: Elementary @1:45, Middle @12:50, High @ 2:50
Visit St. Johns County Schools online at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/schools for more information. DECEMBER 2022 • Jax4Kids.com • Page 19
