Way to go, students! 🎉 You did an amazing job in the Battle of the Books. Congratulations to our 4th and 5th-grade winning teams—fantastic work! Thank you to Ms. Bruno and all of our volunteers who helped make this event possible for our students.
about 16 hours ago, Vicky Foster
Battle of the Books is underway! Students did a great job yesterday, and continue to battle today as we narrow the field for our finals that will take place tomorrow afternoon. Also big thanks to all of our parent helpers, we could not have done it without you!
2 days ago, Kris Bruno
Due to predicted frigid temperatures tomorrow, we will have an E-Learning day, Monday, January 26, 2026. Students should NOT report to school.
5 days ago, District 202
It was all penguins all week in our media center! After a fun read aloud, students could draw penguins, build a shelter for a penguin, make an origami penguin, read about penguins, and see how they measure up against different types of penguins. They were also able to watch the a live Penguin cam! 🐧
7 days ago, Kris Bruno
We will have an E-Learning Day tomorrow, Friday, January 23, 2026, due to predicted frigid temperatures, particularly during school arrival times. Students will need their laptops to log into Google Classroom from home tomorrow. All other activities at our schools on Friday are also canceled.
9 days ago, District 202
Don’t miss out on this year’s memories!
Yearbooks for Thomas Jefferson Elementary School are now on sale. Order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com using our school code. Packages and extras are available!
🗓 Order deadline: March 27 - order today so your child can remember this year forever!
9 days ago, Kris Bruno
TJ PE teachers hosted a presentation and collaborated with PE district staff on our School Improvement Day.
10 days ago, Vicky Foster
Mrs. Delaney, Mr. Cocallas, and Ms. Zettek kicked off our Friday with a rousing rendition of "Bear Down, Chicago Bears" during our live morning announcements!
14 days ago, Kris Bruno
Families snuggled up in the media center on Tuesday for a cozy morning of reading, complete with snacks, hot cocoa, and a fun scavenger hunt. A perfect reminder that reading together is the best kind of together time!
about 1 month ago, Kris Bruno
Kindergarten students in Ms. Mordach's class participate in a hot chocolate stand through hands-on interactive learning.
about 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
🎥✨ Spotlight on Our Morning Announcement Crew! ✨🎥
Every day first thing in the morning, these talented students go live on the Thomas Jefferson News Network to bring our school the morning news! From writing scripts and running the software and teleprompter to interviewing staff and creating amazing backgrounds and graphics, this team does it all.
We’re so proud of their creativity, leadership, and behind-the-scenes hard work!
about 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
This Friday, December 12, 5th grade students will have the opportunity to purchase small handmade craft items created by students during their recess time over the past month. Each item costs one dollar. (Please note that we will not be able to make change, so if your student would like to buy something, please send exact change or dollar bills).
All money raised will be donated to The Water Project, a non-profit organization that provides reliable clean-water solutions to communities in sub-Saharan Africa. After reading the novel A Long Walk to Water, our fifth-grade students learned about the main character, Salva, and his efforts to build wells in areas without access to safe drinking water. Inspired by his work, the students decided to raise funds by creating and selling their own handmade items.
about 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
Show your spirit as we countdown to winter break!
about 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
Battle of the Books is coming! Students interested in purchasing a t-shirt to commemorate the event should complete the form in the link below and submit payment no later than Wednesday, December 10. T-shirt cost is $10.00, and will include the design below on a black shirt. Please pay at time of order by cash or check made payable to Thomas Jefferson. T-shirts will be delivered in January after Winter Break. Email questions to Miss Bruno:
kbruno@psd202.org.
** T-shirts are NOT required to participate in Battle of the Books. **
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AM6PBsjD-6ArG27Nd4YF9v2ZvmAnSyIx/view?usp=sharingabout 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
about 2 months ago, Kris Bruno
Today we recognize all our educational support staff on Educational Support Staff Recognition Day! We appreciate our staff including paraprofessionals, nurses, secretaries, lunch supervisors, and custodians. We appreciate the dedication you bring to your job daily and the positive impact you have on students and staff. #202proud
2 months ago, District 202
TJ proudly recognized and celebrated the brave men and women who served our country on Veterans Day. Our assembly and musical performance honored the sacrifice, courage, and dedication of our veterans. Thank you to all who have served-your commitment to protecting our freedoms inspires us every day.
2 months ago, Vicky Foster
Art to Remember orders placed by tomorrow, 11/18, by midnight will qualify for free ship-to-school delivery week of December 11th.
2 months ago, Kris Bruno
Thank you to everyone who participated in our PTO/PE fall 80/20 fundraiser. Congratulations to McCarthy Moseley & Gabby Brownsfield! Their tickets were drawn live on Friday , winning 20% of the total fundraiser.
3 months ago, Kris Bruno
Some of our staff got together this morning to put shelf stable meal kits together complete with recipe cards and mini pies for dessert! The bags will be donated to Bags of Hope.
3 months ago, Kris Bruno
