James H. Cary Intermediate School

Convocation 2024: Kicking Off the School Year with Joy and Unity! On August 5 , 2024, Essex County Public Schools gathered for a memorable convocation to start our school year on the right foot! We proudly recognized and welcomed our new teachers, celebrated the dedication and service of our amazing educators, and enjoyed a spirited game of Family Feud. The energy in the room was contagious, with Essex High School taking home the win in Family Feud. As we embark on this new academic journey, we’re filled with excitement and gratitude for the incredible team that makes our schools such special places for learning and growth. [📹 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-tld6G4ZiM 📹]

📢 We're Hiring! Join Our Team as a Part-Time Child Nutrition Worker 🍎👩‍🍳 Are you passionate about child nutrition and food service? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic and supportive environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Child Nutrition Worker, you'll play a vital role in preparing and serving food, cashiering, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. With a flexible work schedule of 20 to 25 hours per week, this position offers a great opportunity to make a positive impact on our students' daily lives. Why Join Us? Engage with students, parents, and staff in a friendly and supportive community Gain valuable experience in food service and nutrition Contribute to a positive and healthy school environment Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited about this opportunity to support our students and be part of a dedicated team, we want to hear from you! Apply Now!

Parents/Guardians of all ECPS students are asked to complete student back-to-school forms via your PowerSchool Parent Account by August 8, 2024, or before attending Back to School Night. Every year, all grades (K-12) must update their Required Forms for the upcoming school year. This process is necessary for updating your child's emergency and medical information as well as signing off on the annual permission forms for school district policies. Use the link below, or log in from the PowerSchool Mobile App. Click the link to log in: https://essex.powerschool.com/public/home.html Directions for completing the forms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12NhviaF84nb4IdHD3kXWCe0vdxf33uySBYAW9-IH9I0/edit?usp=sharing Need Help Logging into your account? Contact your child's school or click the Forgot Password link on the login page. Visit the ECPS Website for more information: https://www.essex.k12.va.us/page/powerschoolparentportal

Get Ready, James H. Cary Intermediate School Families! The school supply list for James H. Cary Intermediate School is now available! We couldn’t be more excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year with all of you. Let’s gear up for a year full of exploration, creativity, and achievement. Review the supply list and prepare for a fantastic start to the school year. We can’t wait to see everyone back in the classrooms, ready to embark on new adventures in learning! https://5il.co/2f1ml

Ready to make a difference? Essex County Public Schools is hiring for the 2024-2025 school year! Join our passionate team of educators and inspire the next generation. Apply today and be a part of our journey toward excellence!

We're excited to announce that Essex High School will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program! Join us for nutritious meals throughout June. Location: Essex High School Address: 833 High School Circle, Tappahannock, Virginia 22560 Dates: June 10 - June 27, 2024 (Monday to Thursday) Meal Times: Breakfast: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Meals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that both breakfast and lunch will not be available on June 19, 2024, as the school will be closed to students and staff. We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring a nutritious summer for our community's youth!

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We're excited to announce that we are hiring for the 2024-2025 school year! If you're passionate about shaping the future and nurturing young minds, we would love to have you on board. 📢 Apply today and help us pave the way to excellence! Apply Here: https://www.applitrack.com/essexva/onlineapp/

We're thrilled to announce the new app for Essex County Public Schools! It's everything Essex County Public Schools, in your pocket. Download for Android https://bit.ly/49OW7Vv Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/LJg1rH

Attention Parents, Guardians, and Students, Please be advised that there has been a change to the original school calendar. May 23, 2024 will now be a half day for students. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

As Teacher Appreciation Week unfolds, we at James H. Cary Intermediate School are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support our community has shown. A heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you who contributed to making this week special. Firstly, we extend our deepest thanks to Janet Bohlmann and the Bohlmann family for their generous donation of teacher care kits. Your thoughtfulness has brought smiles to our dedicated educators. We also want to acknowledge the kindness of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Essex County. Your gesture of being our "Angels" has truly brightened our teachers' days and reinforced the strong community spirit that supports our school. Additionally, a special thank you to Segars Legacy Center for providing a delicious lunch for our staff. Lastly, our appreciation goes out to the small but mighty JCIS PTO for organizing a delightful salad bar for all our staff. This delicious treat was not only a testament to your commitment to our school but also a significant morale booster for everyone. Thank you all for your contributions and for helping us show how much we value our incredible teachers at JCIS. Your acts of kindness remind us of the strong, supportive web we have spun together as a community.

This is a stressful time of year for teachers and students alike. Check out these quick tips for alleviating test anxiety to help everyone manage better during exam season. Link - https://www.edmentum.com/articles/4-last-minute-strategies-prepare-students-high-stakes-testing/

The upcoming school dances are scheduled for our 5th to 8th graders. Here are the details for each event: 5th and 6th Grade Dance Date: April 26 Time: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Details: The dance begins right after dismissal, and students should be picked up promptly at 5:30 PM by their parents. While the dress code is casual, students are welcome to dress to impress. 7th and 8th Grade Dance Date: May 17 Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Details: Parents are responsible for both dropping off and picking up their children. The dress code remains casual, but students may choose to dress more formally if they wish. We look forward to seeing our students enjoy these fun and exciting events!

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible administrative professionals at Essex County Public Schools! Your dedication, organization, and hard work make every school day smoother and more successful. You are the unseen heroes behind the scenes, making sure everything runs like clockwork. Thank you for all that you do to support our educators, students, and community. Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful to have such amazing individuals as part of our team.

The fourth nine weeks of interims will be available online, in PowerSchool, on Thursday, April 23, after 4:00 pm. This is the best way to stay on top of the academic progress of your student.