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John Nowlin Elementary

Wednesday Update: December 3, 2025

Posted Date: 12/03/25 (11:09 AM)


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Wednesday Update

December 3, 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

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving break with the added bonus of two AMI days!

JNE Papa John's Night
The December Papa John's Night is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd. More details below.

Spirit of Giving Concert
The JNE Heritage Singers will perform at the Spirit of Giving Concert on Sunday, December 7th. All are welcome to attend the event. More details below.
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Papa John's fundraiser for John Nowlin Elementary on December 3, 2025.
 
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BSSD & JNE Reminders

Recess Clothing
As the weather turns cooler, please remember to send a jacket or coat with your child. Students will go outside for recess even when it’s cold. The cutoff for outdoor recess is a “feels like” temperature of 20°F. Students will stay inside during inclement weather (ie rain, snow, etc.)
To help prevent lost items:
  • Write your child’s name on jackets, mittens, and hats.
  • Teach your child to store mittens, hats, scarves inside their coat when not in use.
  • Thank you for helping us keep students warm and organized!

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.

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:

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

PTA Facebook Page:

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

Balloons Over Broadway!

Kindergarten students hosted a Ballons over Broadway parade right before students and staff enjoyed Thanksgiving break!

Kingsley Suamataia Visits JNE!

After defeating the Colts, KC Chiefs player Kingsley Suamataia visited JNE. After an energetic welcome and many high fives, Kingsley played Thanksgiving Bingo, participated in math class, and ate lunch with Ms. Mooneyham’s students. He also spoke about his favorite Thanksgiving treats and the importance of his family. Kingsley gifted students KC Chiefs tshirts, hats, and blankets. Thank you, Kingsley!
 
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Lunch Guest & Volunteer Information

Lunch Guest Note: If you plan to purchase a lunch for yourself from the cafeteria, there are only two payment options.
1) Use exact payment using cash. An adult lunch costs $3.65.
2) Pay with cash and have change go towards the student's lunch account. 
Charging an adult lunch to the child's account is not an available option. The cafeteria doesn't have change and cannot take credit card payments. Thank you for your understanding.

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:

Online Guest/Volunteer Background Application:

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)
 
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Upcoming Events

December
  • 3rd-JNE Papa John’s Night
  • 4th-Fifth Grade Performance
  • 4th-PTA Meeting/Title I Planning Meeting
  • 7th-Heritage Singers Spirit of Giving Concert
  • 8th-12th-PTA Candy Cane Gram Sale
  • 9th-BSSD Spelling Bee
  • 10th-Third Grade Field Trip
  • 15th-19th-Holiday Spirit Week
  • 19th-End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester
  • 22nd-Jan 2nd-No School/Winter Break

January
  • 1st-2nd-No School/Winter Break
  • 5th-No School/Professional Development Day
  • 9th-Grade Cards Sent Via Email
 
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JNE Club Information

Dates are subject to change. Information will be provided by club sponsors.

Book Club: Mondays starting October 6th, 4:15-5:00 PM

Heritage Singers: Tuesdays starting October 14th, 8:15-9:00 AM

Robotics Club (K-2nd): Tuesdays starting September 2nd, 4:15-5:15 PM

Knight Leadership: Various Days. 8:30-9:00 AM

Robotics Club (3rd-5th): Thursdays starting September 4th, 4:15-5:15 PM

Circus Skills: Thursdays starting September 25th, 8:15-9:00 AM

Page Turners: Fridays starting September 5th, 8:10-9:00 AM

Unicycle Club: Fridays starting October 3rd, 8:15-9:00 AM

Student Council: Various Mondays, 8:15-9:00 AM
 
 
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Unpeeling Potential at JNE!

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