8th Grade Business (08/25 - 08/29)

Dear 8th Grade Families,

Happy Friday! Thank you all for joining us last night—I hope you were able to get a glimpse of what’s in store for our exciting year ahead. This first week of school has been a fruitful and positive experience. I pray and hope this spirit continues all year long.

IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR TONIGHT!
If you wish to participate in our upcoming fundraisers, please complete the polls shared via the BAND app.The poll will CLOSE at 9:30 PM tonight—Friday, August 22, 2025. Families who opt in will receive direct communication through BAND, including reminders and flyer copies.

• Yogurtland Fundraiser:
  Complete Poll Here

• Dave & Buster's Fundraiser:
  Complete Poll Here
  

8th Grade Calendar
Stay updated with our class activities using the live calendar. I will cross off completed events to help us keep track of what's coming up. 8th Grade Calendar

On another note, please read all the reminders for next week 08/25 - 08/29

Uniform Expectations

• Regular Uniform: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

• PE Uniform: Wednesday

• Formal Mass Uniform: Friday
  Refer to the school uniform policy: Uniform Guidelines

Make-up / Nail Polish / Hair Color
Hair Guidelines (as per school policy):

• Hair must be clean, neatly groomed, and a natural color (no highlights, bleach, or dye).
• Boys' hair must be no shorter than a #3 cut, must not touch the collar, and must avoid extreme or trendy styles (e.g., over-the-ear styles, mohawks, designs).
• Eyes and ears must remain visible.

Make-Up & Nails:

• No make-up of any kind on regular school days.
• No nail polish, fake nails, or long nails.
• No lipstick or colored/tinted lip gloss. Only clear chapstick or colorless medicated lip therapy is acceptable.

JH teachers will be issuing infractions beginning Monday, August 25.

STAR Assessments
JH students will be taking their assessments this week. Students must bring their device fully charged. Please ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep and has breakfast before school.
* Tuesday, August 26 - STAR Math
* Wednesday, August 27 - STAR Reading
Popsicle Sale
Support our Student Government Popsicle Sale—proceeds help fund school events.

• Presale: Now through Wednesday, August 27 – $1

• Day of Sale: Friday, August 29 during lunch – $2

Order early for the best price!

USC Field Trip

Our first JH field trip of the year is to USC on September 26.

• Cost: $20 per student

• Permission slips go out Monday. More info will follow as the date approaches.

Upcoming Events
09/01 - Labor Day (NO SCHOOL)
09/04 - 7th/9th DC Trip Zoom Meeting
09/10 - Back to School Night
09/16 - Fall Picture Day
09/20 - Keep Gardena Beautiful Day (Service Hours Opportunity)

School Calendar - /school-calendar

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to email me. Thank you all, and God bless!

Sincerely,
Ms. Garcia