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John Nowlin Elementary

Wednesday Update: March 11, 2026

Posted Date: 03/11/26 (03:04 PM)


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Wednesday Update

March 11, 2026

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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/Spring Break
There will be no school next week, March 16th-20th. Prime Time is open. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23rd. We hope everyone has a wonderful spring break!

Regional Sphero Challenge Competition
JNE Bolt Team 1 placed 2nd place at last weekend's regional competition! Congratulations team 1!

Employee of the Month
On Monday evening, the JNE staff and BSSD Board of Education recognized Trina McCollom as the district's employee of the month

MAP Testing (3rd, 4th, 5th Grade)
April 14th-16th: 4th Grade ELA and 5th grade ELA
April 21st-23rd: 3rd grade ELA and 5th grade Math
April 28th-30th: 3rd grade Math and 4th grade Math
April 30th-May 1st: 5th grade Science

One School, One Book
We are wrapping up One School, One Book this week. Don't forget that tonight from 6:00-7:30 is family night at the Mid-Continent Public Library. Students are also invited to dress as their favorite Wayside character on Friday, March 13th.
Event poster for 'Sideways Stories Family Night' at Mid Continent Public Library on March 11th.
 

BSSD Summer School 2026

BSSD Summer School advertisement for June 1-25, with enrollment details and a website link.
 
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BSSD & JNE Reminders

Spring Party Hosted by JNE PTA
Ready, Set, GLOW
Winter is behind us. You know what that means...SPRING PARTIES are just around the corner!

John Nowlin will have our parties on Friday, March 13th. Students are encouraged to wear white or light-colored clothing for the glow party.

Party Schedule
9:40-10:25 2nd grade
10:30-11:15 1st grade
11:20-12:05 5th grade
12:20-1:05 Kindergarten
1:10-1:55 3rd grade
2:15-3:00 4th grade

Sign up to volunteer:

All volunteers must have an approved background/volunteer form on file at least 48 hours prior to the event. No exceptions can be made.

Any questions or concern contact Bridget Batton 816-914-0322 bridgetcouts@yahoo.com

BSSD Chess Challenge
BSSD students are invited to participate in the upcoming Chess Challenge. Participation is limited to BSSD students. The registration process closes on April 9th. The event will be held on April 11th at Moreland Ridge Middle School. Use the link below to learn more about this opportunity.


JNE Yearbook
The 25-26 JNE yearbook is now on sale. Yearbooks are being sold for $20 each. The sale closes on March 12th. For additional information, use the link below.


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
 
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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

March
  • 12th-Fourth Grade Jeff City Field Trip
  • 13th-Spring Party Day
  • 16th-20th-No School/Spring Break
  • 26th-PTA Whataburger Night
  • 27th-Third Quarter Report Cards Sent Via Email
  • 27th-Fourth Grade Arts Partners Field Trip
April
  • March 30th-April 13th Track and Field Day Shirt Sale
  • 1st-Papa John's Night
  • 3rd-No School/Prime Time Closed
  • 6th-No School/Prime Time Closed
  • 7th-Professional Development Day/No School
  • 9th-PTA Meeting/Kindergarten Performance
  • 14th-Rink Ratz Night
  • 23rd-Kindergarten Field Trip
  • 27th-Culver's Night
 
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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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Breakfast and Lunch Menu

 
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Unpeeling Potential at JNE!

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