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Vision / Mission / Belief StatementsThe vision of James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School is to prepare all students for tomorrow by offering challenging academics and creative learning experiences, by promoting individual growth in a cooperative environment, and by fostering a commitment to school and community today. As a part of the Duval County Public School System we are committed to providing high quality educational opportunities that will inspire all students to acquire and use the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy and culturally diverse world. As an organization, James Weldon Johnson along with the School Board also is committed to the following core beliefs:
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As a dedicated Gifted and Academically Talented Magnet School, JWJ involves students, parents and teachers in the pursuit of excellence through diversity, dedication, enthusiasm and academics. Just as important, we understand the challenges faced by middle-school students and are responsive to their unique developmental needs during these transition years. Click here for directions to the school.
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The first two weeks of October are Disability History and Awareness Weeks. Click here for a letter from our principal, Mrs. Peek.
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Compass Learning Odyssey is a wonderful learning and assessment tool used in Duval County Schools to help ensure student success and now it is available 24/7 even at home. Each student will be receiving information on how to access Compass Odyssey from home. (9/24/08)
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James Weldon Johnson named a national Blue Ribbon School!
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Click here to find out about the A-Team Program Starting at James Weldon Johnson
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Extended Day Available
Mornings 7:00 AM - 8:10 AM
$13 per Week / $52 per MonthAfternoons 3:10 PM - 6:00 PM
$25 per Week / $100 per MonthPlease contact Ms Shakespeare in the Main Office to sign-up or for more information
DCPS Academic Looking Glass
Find out more about the James Weldon Johnson PTA at their Web site.
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Our
school song is "Lift Every Voice and Sing." The lyrics
of this song were written by Mr. James Weldon Johnson and his
brother Mr. Rosamund Johnson wrote the music. If you would like
to hear the melody, click below. The audio clip is in MIDI format.
You will require an audio playback program such as Quicktime or
Windows Media Player to listen to this.
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Lift
Every Voice and Sing
file size - approx. 4 KB |
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RICH CURRICULUM
Our goal is to prepare students for advanced college-preparatory courses at the high-school level. To accomplish this, JWJ offers only advanced classes for gifted and academically talented students. Each student must take the core academic classes every year, along with physical education/health and an elective. Our wide-ranging
elective opportunities include art (2D and 3D), band, chorus,
computers, French, Spanish, media production, and journalism.
Through our Exploratory Wheel program sixth graders experience
an overview of the elective courses offered, rotating every
4-1/2 weeks through eight different |
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A TOTAL SCHOOL EXPERIENCE
James
Weldon Johnson stresses a total-school experience for all students.
Many sports are offered, including football, championship soccer,
cheerleading, swimming Students
are also encouraged to participate in activities showcasing their
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Several
co-curricular activities are available for our students, as
well. These include peer tutoring, intramural sports, grade-level
academic competitions, newspaper, yearbook, student council,
and National Junior Honor Society. |
Duval County Public Schools is not responsible for contents on external sites or servers.