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Wednesday Update: September 9, 2026

Posted Date: 09/09/26 (12:01 PM)
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Wednesday Update

September 9, 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

Community Unity Week/Spirit Week
Each fall the BSSD celebrates our community with a non-perishable food drive.  All donations are given to the Blue Springs Community Services League to support local families in need.  This food drive stocks the shelves for several months.  JNE will be collecting items September 8th-11th.  We will also be celebrating unity with a spirit week.


JNE Spirit Wear Store
You may place an order using the online store. Purchases can be made until September 10th. Once the online store closes, orders can no longer be made.


Red Monday
Monday, September 14th will be Red Monday at JNE.  We will celebrate the KC Chiefs home opener.  Students are encouraged to wear Chiefs gear or red and gold.  

JNE Fall Picture Day
Fall Picture Day is this Wednesday, September 16th.
 
All students will have their picture taken, including students who are not purchasing photos as all student photos will be used for the school yearbook.
 
Order forms were sent earlier this last week. If you need an additional copy, please ask your child's teacher to send one home or contact the school office.
 
You may also order online by visiting www.pictureswithclass.com.  Fill in your student’s information and then  select your preferred photo package and complete your purchase online.  
 
JNE Social Media
In addition to the Wednesday Update, teacher newsletters, and Parent Square 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:
 
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BSSD & JNE Reminders

Fun Run
Fun Run Information
Fun Run T-Shirt Order (due Sept 11th)

Background screening link: https://bssd.quickapp.pro 

Former JNE students and younger/older siblings will not be able to attend or participate in this event.  The volunteer opportunity is only extended to parents/guardians and other adults.  JNE students will only participate in their designated run time.  They will not be able to attend sibling's Fun Run events.  


Volunteer Opportunity
You are invited to volunteer at the annual JNE Fun Run on Friday, September 25th.  All volunteers must sign up and complete the BSSD background screening process.  The background screening process must be completed at least 5 days before the event.  Only individuals that sign up in Parent Square, complete the background screening process, and are approved by Data Source will be permitted to volunteer at the event.  Background screenings must be completed each new school year.

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Difference Makers
Difference Makers is a Blue Springs School District mentoring initiative that connects K-5 students with caring adult volunteers. Difference Makers mentors are positive role models who give their time, energy, and talent to build positive relationships with students and to promote student literacy. If you are interested in being a Difference Maker at JNE, pleas
 

JNE PTA Information

PTA Membership



PTA Meeting Schedule

Birthday Gram

JNE PTA 
JNE PTA shares upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and general updates on the JNE PTA Facebook pages. 
 
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Lunch Guest & Volunteer Information

On September 28th, we will begin welcoming lunch guests to JNE. All guests must schedule a lunch appointment and complete a background screening prior to their visit. All visitors must complete the background screening annually.

Online Guest/Volunteer Background Application:

JNE Lunch Times
Kindergarten 11:40-12:00
1st Grade 12:05-12:25
2nd Grade 12:30-12:50
3rd Grade 12:15-12:35
4th Grade 11:50-12:10
5th Grade 12:45-1:05

As in past years, all lunch guests will schedule their visit. This year we are using Parent Square for lunch guest scheduling.  Available dates are for first semester (September-December).  Second semester dates will be shared at a later time.

Lunch Guest Information:
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 $4.60.
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.
 
To help maintain a safe and orderly school environment, we ask for your cooperation by adhering to the guidelines below:
  • Lunch guests will use Parent Square to schedule a date to eat lunch with a student.
  • Only 5 guests per grade level can be accommodated each day.  
  • If a date is full, you will need to select an available open date. Some dates are not offered due to JNE activities.
  • Guests must sign up at least 2 days in advance.
  • Please do not arrive more than 5 minutes prior to the student lunch time.
  • If you are visiting more than one student, you must sign up for each individual student’s lunch time.
  • All lunch visitors must complete the online background screening application.  This process must be completed at least 5 days prior to your visit.
  • At check in, a photo ID will be requested, and guests will sign in using the visitor management system.  Once checked in, visitors must wear a visitor sticker while in the building. 
  • 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 and check out using the visitor management system.
  • Guests are not permitted to leave the designated visitor area or walk students to class/recess.

Lunch Guest Sign Up Links (must click each child's specific grade):

 

BSSD Early Childhood Information

For more information Parents as Teachers can be contacted by email at parentsasteachers@bssd.net.



 
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Upcoming Events


  • Sept 8-11: Community Unity Week
  • Sept 16: Fall Picture Day
  • Sept 25: Fun Run (back up date Oct 2)
  • Sept 28: Lunch Guests Begin
  • Sept 29: Rink Ratz Night
  • Oct 5: No School/Professional Development Day
  • Oct 8: PTA Meeting/Title I Planning Meeting
  • Oct 8: 3rd Grade Performance
  • Oct 15: JNE Papa John's Night
  • Oct 19-Oct 23: Book Fair
  • Oct 20: End of 1st Quarter
  • Oct 22: Grandparent's Night/Trunk or Treat
  • Oct 26-Nov 6: JNE PTA Butter Braid Sale
  • Oct 27: Fall Party Day/Costume Day
  • Oct 28: Parent Teacher Conference
  • Oct 29: No School/Parent Teacher Conference
  • Oct 30: No School
 
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Breakfast and Lunch Menu

School meal information can be found at Blue Springs School District - Food and Nutritional Services.

 
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