and hearing screenings are required for all 6th graders. Students who do not meet the passing
requirements will be mailed a referral for doctor's examination.
ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICINES
CT State Law, Section 10-212a, requires a written order by a physician or dentist and the written
authorization of a parent or guardian for a school nurse, or in the absence of such nurse, the
principal or any teacher to administer medications. Medication must be in pharmacy prepared
containers and labeled with the name of the child, name of drug, strength, dosage, frequency,
physician's or dentist's name, and date of original prescription. Over the counter medications must
be in the original sealed container. Epi- pens and inhalers may be self- carried by the student but
the proper doctor’s authorization must be on file with the nurses. All other medications must be
brought in and picked up by a legally responsible adult. Call the Nurses’ Office (763-8880) if you
have any questions concerning this policy. Medication Authorization Forms are available in the
office.
LIBRARY
Students come to the Library throughout the year with their teachers. The Library is open until
3:10 each day, so students may use the Library independently. Late bus passes are issued to
students on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. To either check out books or stay after school,
students must have their student ID. Parent Resource Center is also located in a quiet corner of
the Library. Tapes, books, and pamphlets are available for parents to read or check out. The
Center is open each day from 7:30 to 3:15. Evening programs of special interest are also scheduled
throughout the year.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
A minimum average of 1.7 and not more than one “F” are required for participation in extra
curricular activities.
ATHLETICS
There will be inter-scholastic sports offerings at John F. Kennedy Middle School. Tryouts will be
conducted at the beginning of each season for the following sports options: boys/girls soccer;
boys/girls cross country; field hockey; boys/girls basketball; baseball; softball; boys and girls track
and field. All athletes must have updated physicals before participating in any sport. Students
participating in our pay to play program must also meet CIAC standards of practice as outlined in
the CIAC handbook. A flat fee of $100 per student will be charged. Students who are eligible for
Free Lunch will not need to pay to participate. Students on Reduced Lunch will be charged $40.
Checks should be made to “Enfield Athletics” with a memo stating “Participation Fee.”
CLUBS
Clubs are formed when enough students express an interest in an activity to warrant its
organization. Interested teachers sponsor these clubs which meet after school. Clubs which were
extremely active during past years are as follows: Color Guard, Craft Club, Drama Club, Mural
Club, Percussion Ensemble, Prime Time Silent Reading Club, Rachel’s Challenge, Solo Club,
Student Council Tennis Club, and Volleyball Club.
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY
Eighth Grade students selected for membership in the National Junior Honor Society must posses
specific creteria in the areas of academic performance, community service and leadership
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