J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts & Science Magnet School

09/20/2026

📸 PICTURE DAY & TESTING REMINDERS 📝

Panther Families, mark your calendars for two important events:

✨ School Picture Day: This Friday, September 25th! Come dressed sharp and ready to show that Panther Pride on Spirit Day!

📚 Mastery Connect Benchmark Testing: Next week (Sept 28 - Oct 2), students with semester SLOs will take their mid-point benchmark exams. Please ensure your child is present and on time!
• Mon, 9/28: ELA
• Tue, 9/29: Math
• Wed, 9/30: Science
• Thu, 10/1: Social Studies
• Fri, 10/2: Make-Ups

Thank you for helping us keep our students on track to success! 💙💛

09/18/2026

🎓 Attention Seniors and Early Graduates! 🎓

Mark your calendars! The ACT test date for senior retakes and early graduates is scheduled for October 22. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your score or satisfy graduation requirements!

Check with your Mr. Gerken for registration details and preparation materials. 🎓✨

09/11/2026

🚌 BUS UPDATE: Route 1 (Sonia) - Friday, September 11, 2026

Attention JPT Families:

Bus Route 1 (Sonia) will NOT run tomorrow morning (Friday, September 11th).

⚠️ Please note:

AM Route: Canceled. Please arrange alternative transportation to school for your student.

PM Route: As of right now, the afternoon route is scheduled to run as normal. We will notify you immediately if anything changes.

If you have any questions, please contact the Transportation Department. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

09/03/2026

08/10/2026

📣 Pie-Throwing Tickets & Spirit Week Announcement! 🥧 Spirit Week is coming up next week (10th–14th), and SGA has a full lineup of fun theme days and event details ready for you! Here is everything you need to know:

🎟️ Pie-Throwing Assembly & Ticket Info

Ticket Sales: Sold during lunch and advisory all week long (Monday–Friday, 10th–14th).

Price: $5 per ticket to throw a pie!

Assembly Admission: FREE! There is no fee to attend the assembly.

👕 Spirit Week Dress-Up Days

Monday: Twin Day 👯

Tuesday: Adam Sandler Day (Dress up as your favorite Adam Sandler character!) 🧢

Wednesday: Dress to Impress ✨

Middle School: Wear your Sunday best! 👔👗

High School: Beach vs. Bikers 🏖️🏍️

Thursday: EMO Day 🖤

Friday: Class Colors Day 🎨

7th Grade: Red ❤️

8th Grade: Yellow 💛

9th Grade: Pink 🩷

10th Grade: Blue 💙

11th Grade: Gray 🩶

12th Grade: White 🤍

08/04/2026

Attention Parents and Guardians of 7th & 8th Graders!

The school year is moving right along, and it’s time for our NWEA MAP Fall Testing 2026. This testing provides valuable insights into your child’s learning and helps our teachers tailor their instruction.

📅 Mark Your Calendars:

AUGUST 5TH: MAP Reading Test

AUGUST 6TH: MAP Math Test

AUGUST 7TH: MAP Make-up Testing

A few quick reminders:

Ensure they arrive at school on time.

Help them get a good night's rest.

Remind them that electronic devices (like smartwatches and headphones) are not allowed during testing and are best left at home.

Thank you for your support in making this a successful testing week!