Thank you to the Joliet Fire Department for providing training to our teachers on hands-only CPR, responding to choking emergencies, and using an AED during our November Institute Day.
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.
Happy Veterans Day.
#202proud #VeteransDay
Families, don’t forget you can shop our Scholastic book fair today from 3 to 8 PM and tomorrow from 8 AM until noon, so stop by when you are here for conferences!
Also, if your student has overdue books, feel free to drop them off as well. Have a great day!
Also, if your student has overdue books, feel free to drop them off as well. Have a great day!
Happy National School Psychology Week!
This week, we celebrate our 20 incredible District 202 school psychologists who make a difference every day in the lives of our students. 💙
From supporting mental health and emotional well-being to fostering safe, inclusive learning environments, our school psychologists help students grow, learn, and thrive. 🌟
Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and dedication to helping every student reach their full potential!
#202proud
From grade-level groups to our entire staff, we had a frightfully fun Halloween together at Thomas Jefferson!
Kindergarten, first grade, and second grade students entered the Land of Smiles school assembly, where Captain Super Grin and crew shared tips on how to defeat cavity villains! Thanks @DeltaDentalIL for showing our students the importance of good oral health habits!
Students and families participated in an enjoyable evening of trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, and dance activities during our PTO Haunted Halls event. The event was a great success, with everyone enjoying the trick-or-treating experience through our hallways.
Our Scholastic Book Fair starts today! All students will preview the fair Thursday and Friday, and then the fair will be open for students during the school day for purchasing Monday, November 3- Wednesday, November 5. Families can shop during conference times:
3:00pm - 8:00pm on November 6
8:00am - 12:00pm on November 7
Click on the link to view the books from home!
http://bit.ly/3Lea3Sv
3:00pm - 8:00pm on November 6
8:00am - 12:00pm on November 7
Click on the link to view the books from home!
http://bit.ly/3Lea3Sv
Take a walk and enjoy our Story Walk in front of the school! This month’s story is Gustavo, the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago, a sweet tale about friendship and courage.
Bring your family, stroll through the pages, and enjoy reading together outdoors!
Bring your family, stroll through the pages, and enjoy reading together outdoors!
Our awesome EL teachers hosted a parent informational presentation and breakfast!
Mr. Schwerdle and 5th grade students, along with other music educators and over 130 students from across Disteict 9, spent Saturday morning making music and learning in Yorkville! Our patriots represented our school phenomenally and really enjoyed the day.
Be a Buddy not a Bully. Show your support next week by participating in our dress up days!
No student attendance on Monday, October 27 for teacher institute.
Some of TJ's students and staff visited Starfish Animal Rescue over the weekend, volunteering to help welcome rescued animals from Kentucky. We are so grateful that they dedicated their time to help!!
Please click on this link to see how the day unfolded! https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2hOpOF_k/KjMJyDI7cIyp-PXkPhv-LA/view?utm_content=DAG2hOpOF_k&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h6fb09edabe
Please click on this link to see how the day unfolded! https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2hOpOF_k/KjMJyDI7cIyp-PXkPhv-LA/view?utm_content=DAG2hOpOF_k&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h6fb09edabe
Tomorrow is the last day to order a Boo Box! Quantities are limited, but we still have some left for preorder. Delivery to classrooms will be October 28.
We are excited to share that our school community will be celebrating Unity Day on October 22nd this year. Unity Day is an annual event occurring during National Bullying Prevention Month that promotes joining together to create healthier communities through kindness, acceptance of difference, and inclusion. It was started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center in 2011 and is now celebrated around the world. Please join us by wearing orange to show your support!
Second-grade students had fun at their visit to Heaps Farm!
Mrs. Lage's class used their artistic skills to paint pumpkins.
We celebrated our incredible administrators yesterday in honor of Boss’s Day! Thank you Mrs Meyers, Mrs. Hogan, and Mrs. Foster for your leadership and dedication to our school community, and for all you do to lead, support, and inspire our school every day.
