Wednesday Update, October 22, 2025

Posted Date: 10/22/25 (11:29 AM)

Wednesday Update

October 22, 2025

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Families will receive the Wednesday Update each week. Important BSSD & JNE information, reminders, and events will be included in this weekly newsletter.

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JNE & BSSD Information

No School Reminder

There is no school Thursday, October 23rd and Friday, October 24th due to parent teacher conferences. Prime Time will be open. Classes will resume on Monday, October 27th.

Red Monday

JNE will celebrate Red Monday on October 27th. Students can show their spirit by wearing KC Chiefs gear or red and gold.

Community Unity Week Update

Thank you to everyone that donated!

JNE collected 1,436 items. Thank you to fourth grade student Sawyer, and his family, for their large food donation. As a district, 69, 161 items were collected and donated to the Blue Springs Community Service League. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Reflections Contest

JNE PTA is collecting student projects for the 2025 Reflections Contest. All projects are due to JNE by Friday, November 28th. We encourage all students to participate. If you have questions, you can contact the PTA Reflections Chair at jnereflectionschair@gmail.com.

JNE Reflections Entry Packet 2025

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A flyer announces a Socktober drive, collecting socks and underwear.

Join JNE PTA Today!

For more information about the JNE PTA and membership, click here: Joining JNE PTA

JNE PTA Volunteer Information

Click here for more information: PTA Volunteer Opportunities

JNE Social Media

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In addition to the Wednesday Update, teacher newsletters, and ParentSquare messages, you can stay up-to-date about JNE news by visiting the JNE website at John Nowlin Elementary - HOME or by following us on Facebook.

JNE Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/share/16xrMBVUY1/?mibextid=wwXIfr

JNE PTA

JNE PTA shares upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and general updates on the JNE PTA Facebook pages.

PTA Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/share/16By1KUDGA/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Volunteer Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LpT

An announcement for John Nowlin Elementary's Costume Day on October 31st.

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BSSD & JNE Reminders

Fall Party Day

The JNE PTA will host fall parties on Friday, October 31st. For more information and volunteer opportunities, use the links below.

Fall Party Information

Volunteer Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090B4EAAAE2FA2F85-59506633-fall

Birthday Gram Sale

JNE PTA is selling birthday grams for $5.

Click here for more information: PTA Birthday Gram Information

Birthday Grams can be ordered online at JNE PTA | Blue Springs School District.

Parents As Teachers/Liggett Trail Education Center

The BSSD offers a variety of services for non-school aged children. The following resources provide information about early childhood opportunities.

PAT Informational Brochure

PAT Program Flier

BSSD Preschool Information

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Lunch Guest & Volunteer Information

On September 22nd, we will begin welcoming lunch guests at JNE. All guests must sign up and complete a background screening prior to visiting. All school/PTA volunteers will need to complete a background screening. Background screenings must be completed each new school year.

To help maintain a safe and orderly school environment, we ask for your cooperation by adhering to the guidelines below:

Please use the following link to sign-up to eat lunch with your student. Guests must sign-up at least two days in advance. This helps us better accommodate our guests and seating.
The sign-up time is the time you should check in at the main office. (See lunch schedule and check in time schedule below) Once appointments are full, a different open date will need to be selected.
Some dates are blocked due to school activities/events.
If you have multiple students, you must sign up for each student’s check-in time.
All lunch visitors must complete the online guest/volunteer background screening application. The online application must be completed at least 5days prior to your first visit. This process must be completed each year.
At check in, a photo ID will be requested. Once properly checked in, visitors must wear a visitor sticker while in the building. The process will be more efficient if all your information is updated in the Parent Portal.
A designated eating area will be provided for visitors and their student. Once the student’s lunch period is over, all visitors must leave the building. Guests must exit through the main office. Guests are not allowed to walk their student to the classroom or attend recess.

Lunch Guest Sign-Up Link:

https://jne-lunch-25-26-1.youcanbook.me/

Online Guest/Volunteer Background Application:

https://bssd.quickapp.pro

Please do not hesitate to reach out to the office if you have any questions.

JNE Lunch Schedule/Guest Check In Time

Kindergarten Lunch: 11:40-12:00/Check In 11:35 (sign up time)

1st Grade Lunch: 12:05-12:25/Check In 12:00 (sign up time)

2nd Grade Lunch: 12:30-12:50/Check In 12:25 (sign up time)

3rd Grade Lunch: 12:15-12:35/Check In 12:10 (sign up time)

4th Grade Lunch: 11:50-12:10/Check In 11:45 (sign up time)

5th Grade Lunch 12:45-1:05/Check In 12:40 (sign up time)