Welcome Justice Families! September 2026 Family Newsletter

Posted Date: 09/13/26 (08:13 PM)

Welcome, Justice Families!

A Message from Principal Battle

Dear John Marshall Families,

Welcome to the inaugural edition of The Marshall Message, our new monthly family newsletter!

As Principal of John Marshall High School, and a proud member of the Class of 2000, it is especially meaningful to have the opportunity to lead the school that helped shape me. John Marshall is more than a school to me; it is home.

One of my commitments as Principal is to ensure our families are informed, connected, and engaged. Each month, The Marshall Message will bring you important school news, academic updates, upcoming events, celebrations, athletics, family resources, and information you need to stay connected to your student’s experience.

We have had an exciting start to the 2026–2027 school year. I am proud of the energy our students and staff are bringing each day, and I am excited about what we will accomplish together.

Thank you for your partnership, your support, and most importantly, for entrusting us with your children. There is much to celebrate, and much more ahead.

The Joy & Pride of Northside.

Principal Camilla Battle

Proud JMHS Alumna | Class of 2000

Promotional graphic for John Marshall High School PowerSchool Parent Portal, featuring a laptop displaying the portal and icons for grades, attendance, and progress.

💻 POWERSCHOOL: STAY CONNECTED

Grades. Attendance. Progress.

Families, PowerSchool is one of the most important tools you have for staying connected to your student’s academic progress.

Through the PowerSchool Parent Portal, families can monitor grades, assignments, attendance, and academic progress throughout the year.

We encourage every JMHS family to activate and regularly check their PowerSchool Parent account.

Parent Login Information will be sent home by students on Wednesday, September 16th.

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDAR

💙 JOIN THE JMHS/RCEEA PTSA

Your voice. Your partnership. Our school community.

September 15 | National Voter Registration Day

🗳️ 10:30–11:55 AM

Eligible students will have an opportunity to receive voter registration information and register to vote.

September 17 | Annual Title I & PTSA Meeting 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 6:00 PM

Justice families are invited to join us to learn more about Title I and opportunities to connect and engage with JMHS.

September 18 | Senior Sunrise🌅 6:00 AM

We are kicking off senior year with the Class of 2027!

September 18 | Literacy Day at JMHS

📚 Lit Limo Literacy Day

🎤 Poetry Slam | 12:30–2:00 PM

✍🏾 RPS Writer's Den Tour | 2:00–2:30 PM |

A day celebrating literacy, writing, creativity, and student voice!

September 21 | Yom Kippur — RPS Closed🏫 No School

September 29 | Underclassmen Picture Day 📸 Grades 9–11

Students should come ready for their official school-year photo.

A promotional flyer for John Marshall High School and RCEEA PTSA membership, featuring blue and green text on a white background with school logos.

🌟 JUSTICE INC. AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM

Justice Inc. is JMHS’s afterschool community where students can get academic support, explore new interests, build confidence, and make meaningful connections. The program begins Monday, September 14, with enrichment activities beginning September 22.

📅 Monday–Thursday | ⏰ 4:00–6:30 PM

🍽️ Meals Provided | 🚌 Transportation Available in the JM Zone

Students can choose from a variety of activities, including Band, Cooking, Chess, Dance, Gaming, Girls Who Code, Wellness, LEGO, Mentoring, Podcasting, Broadcasting, STEAM, Craft Club and more.

There’s a place for every Justice after school!

⏰ ATTENDANCE MATTERS

Every Day. Every Class. Every Minute Counts.

Doors Open: 8:30 AM | Classes Begin: 9:00 AM

Regular attendance is one of the strongest foundations for student success. When students are in school, on time and in class, they stay connected to instruction, their teachers, and their school community.

Families can help by:

Making daily, on-time attendance a priority.
Monitoring attendance regularly in PowerSchool.
Communicating with the school when your child must be absent.
Encouraging students to arrive to each class on time.

Be Here. Be On Time. Be Ready.

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💙 PARENT OF THE MONTH

Danette Bland

Proud JMHS Alumna • Class of 1997

This month, we are proud to recognize Danette Bland as our JMHS Parent of the Month!

Ms. Bland’s connection to John Marshall runs deep. As a proud member of the Class of 1997 and a current JMHS parent, she continues to pour into the school community that was once part of her own journey.

We celebrate Ms. Bland for her continued support, partnership, and Justice Pride. Her story is a reminder that the John Marshall experience extends across generations.

Once a Justice. Always a Justice. 💙

Congratulations, Ms. Bland, and thank you for continuing to be part of The Joy & Pride of Northside!

👀 COMING IN OCTOBER

The Principal’s Lounge: After Hours

Conversation. Connection. Community.

Something new is coming for our Justice families! Join Principal Battle for a relaxed evening in the JMHS Media Center designed for conversation, connection, and community.

No long presentation. No formal meeting. Just an opportunity to connect with the Principal, meet other Justice families, ask questions, share ideas, and enjoy time together.

More details coming soon!