Memory Books $35 until May 17
Memory Books can be purchased through Skyward or by coming to the main office for $35 until May 17. The PTA has ordered a limited number of Memory Books. If you would like a Memory Book, please make sure to order one today. Memory Books will be distributed on May 30.
Multicultural Week at SoJo April 15-19
SoJo is celebrating Multicultural Week April 15-19. We will have PROWL and Lunch Time Activities throughout the week. We encourage students to participate in Cultural Dress Day on Friday, April 19.
Students can wear anything that is rooted in historical or modern culture. Can be garments, jewelry, and/or accessories. Please make sure items represent your student’s identity and are school appropriate.
Ideas for Culture Dress Day:
- Traditional Dress: Sari, Pioneer Outfit, Kimono, Flamenco Dress, Pa’u, Kilt, MuuMuu, Hanfu, Sarafan, Kediyu, Punjab, Huipil, Tehuana, Hanbok, Kanzu, Dashiki, Keffiyeh, Beret…
- Jewelry: Turquoise, Maasai Beadwork, Gold and Jade, Leather, Bangles, Religious Necklace…
- Family Specific: Military, Disney, Video Games, Nature, History…
Multilingual Family Night @BHS April 23
JOIN US, Thursday, April 23, as we CELEBRATE student successes, LEARN about the WIDA test and what the results mean for students, and GROW our multilingual community! Registration and Information
24-25 SoJo SBO Elections April 23 Deadline
- Do you want to make a difference at our school?
- Do you want to be involved in serving and leading your classmates here at SOJO?
- THEN APPLY TO BE A STUDENT BODY OFFICER FOR NEXT YEAR!
SBOs are responsible, hardworking students who care about their school’s culture. The main responsibilities of a SBO include planning school activities, spirit weeks, and assemblies that promote positivity at our school. If you are interested in running for SBO, pick up an application in the main office or from Mrs. Mastin-Call in room 701. All applications are due to Mrs. Mastin-Call by April 23rd!
End of Year Testing
End-of-year testing is fast approaching. Here is some information that will help you prepare:
9th graders will take the Utah Aspire Plus. Utah Aspire Plus is a hybrid assessment for 9th and 10th grade students created through collaboration with Utah educators, the Utah State Board of Education, and Pearson. The test uses ACT Aspire and Utah assessment questions. Students will receive a predicted ACT composite score if they complete the entire exam. The assessment evaluates knowledge and skills that students should have by the end of grades 9 and 10 in English, reading, mathematics and science. To find out more about Utah Aspire Plus, please visit the Aspire Plus webpage.
Because the test is strictly timed ,the test will be administered on a block schedule on April 25th and 26th: Thursday’s Schedule; Friday’s Schedule. Students will take the English test in their Geography class and the Reading test in their Language Arts class. Math and Science will be administered in their math and science classes, respectively. Please ensure your student fully charges their Chromebook the night before and have them bring their charging cords to school the morning of the test. Also, Students are not allowed any kind of additional electronic device during the test. This includes cell phones, smartwatches, and/or logging into their Chromebook other than to access the test. Wired headphones/earbuds are allowed and students are encouraged to bring their own if at all possible. Bluetooth headphones/earbuds are not allowed.
7th and 8th graders will take the RISE test. The RISE assessment is a computer adaptive criterion referenced assessment system that includes summative tests for English Language Arts (ELAs), Mathematics, and Science. The Writing test will only be administered in 8th Grade Language Arts classes, on April 25th and 26th. ELA, Math, and Science tests will be administered the week of May 13-17th. As with the Aspire test, please ensure your student fully charges their Chromebook the night before and have them bring their charging cords. Students may not access any other electronic device during testing. Wired headphones/earbuds are allowed and students are encouraged to bring their own if at all possible. Bluetooth headphones/earbuds are not allowed.