News from Carl Sandburg Junior High
August 24, 2023
Parent Orientation
Thursday, Sep 7, 2023, 06:00 PM
Carl Sandburg Junior High School, Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
A Note from Mrs. Johansen
Dear Sandburg Families,
I hope everyone is staying cool on this super hot day! The kids are doing well at school and we are addressing any AC concerns as quickly as possible. We certainly look forward to some cooler weather.
I have included a few updates in this newsletter for families.
The Sandburg Spirit Wear store is open. Happy Shopping. It closes on the 27th. https://waistupstores.com/carl_sandburg/shop/home
Clubs will not start until after Labor Day. Students will learn information about clubs through the morning announcements. These announcements can also be watched from home. Have your student show you the Wildcat Way google classroom where the announcements are posted each day!
Fall sports have started!! More information is below in the section about Fall Sports. Our coaches do their best to communicate any changes quickly. We appreciate your patience.
Picture Day is scheduled for October 2nd. More information will come out shortly.
PTSA meetings will be virtual this year. You can email Mrs. Johansen for the google meeting link if you're interested in attending. All are welcome!
Here is a link to the Sandburg Bell Schedule as a reference. Students will use this bell schedule and their own schedule to move through their classes each day. Teachers will be taking attendance for classes at the beginning of the school day, and for each class period.
Our school staff contact list is updated and available on the D15 website. Feel free to print it and keep it handy in the case you need to get in touch with any of our staff throughout the year.
Have a great day!
Erika Johansen
Sandburg Principal
Sandburg Welcomes the Boys and Girls Club!
NEW this year! We are thrilled to welcome the Boys and Girls Club to Sandburg!
Our daily programs and services at Boys & Girls Club include afterschool snacks and evening meals, Educational Programs (including homework help), Sports & Fitness, Health & Life Skills, Character & Leadership Development, and The Arts.
Our members will have the opportunity to participate in the various programs that we offer on a daily basis at our club sites.
Check out the flyers below for more information!
Sandburg Student Services Team Welcome Message
Hello, Wildcats! Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year!
As the Student Services clinician Team at Carl Sandburg, our goal is to make each student feel welcomed and confident in their skills to succeed in junior high school and beyond. We provide resources to students and families informally, such as via our website, and formally to students, whether that be seeing students individually, in groups, or in classrooms.
To help with the transition back to school, take a look at our website and list of community resources. Please feel free to contact us at the following information below. Students can also request to see a clinician here at any point throughout the school year; We will schedule a meeting within 2 school days per request.
Ms. Spiropoulos will be joining our staff on October 30th as she is currently on a leave of absence. She looks forward to joining the Wildcat community at that time.
Anastasia Spiropoulos - School Counselor, spiropoa@ccsd15.net
Joanna Rzepka - School Psychologist, rzepkaj@ccsd15.net
David Pierpont - School Counselor / Social Worker, pierpond@ccsd15.net
Amy Chandler - Social Worker, chandlea@ccsd15.net
We are very excited to start this school year with you!
A note from the Sandburg PTSA
New to Carl Sandburg?? Welcome! PTSA is a great way to meet other parents and help enrich your child's school experience. We are currently looking for additional help on the Teacher Appreciation, Winter Warm Up, and Eighth Grade Dance committees.
Whether or not you are able to volunteer, please consider joining the CSJH PTSA. Joining the PTSA at the White, Red, or Wildcat Sponsor levels provides a direct donation to the CSJH PTSA, and will reduce the amount of fundraising required throughout the year. All members receive access to the PTSA MemberHub site and directory, and sponsors will be recognized on our website. You are not obligated to volunteer or attend monthly meetings by joining the PTSA. You are simply supporting your child’s school and CSJH PTSA.
Click here to sign up! And if you are interested in being a part of one of our planning committees, please email sandburgptsa@gmail.com.
Fall Sports Information
LINK: Interscholastic Sports at Sandburg
Link to Sports Calendar at CSJH
Congrats to the 8th graders who made the Girls Basketball and Boys Soccer Teams!!
7th grade tryouts were postponed to Monday (28th) and Tuesday (29th)
7th grade coach: Mr. Schmidt
8th grade coach: Ms. Heintz
Registration Deadline- August 18th
7th grade tryouts: Monday, August 28th and Tuesday, August 29th (2:15-4:00)
1st Practice: Monday, August 28th (2:15-4:00)
D15 Tournament - October 11-12
Rain Dates: October 16-17
7th grade coach: Mrs. Olson
8th grade coach: Mr. Pederson
Registration Deadline- August 18th
7th grade tryouts: Monday, August 28th and Tuesday, August 29th (2:15-4:00)
1st Practice: Monday, August 28th (2:15-4:00)
D15 Tournament - October 16-17
Coaches: Mr. Tobin, Mr. Hanson, Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Buelow
Registration Deadline- August 22nd
Last Day to Join is August 29th
1st Practice: Monday, August 28th (2:15-4:00)
D15 Meet - October 18
* Please note that times/dates are subject to change. Students should look for more information on announcements, flyers, and sign up opportunities during the first few days of school!
Upcoming Dates to Remember
- September 4th- Labor Day- No School
- September 7th- Parent Orientation
- September 11th- PTSA Meeting- Virtual at 6:00
- October 2nd- Fall Picture Day
- October 6th- CS Band Football Performance at RMHS
- October 13th- PTSA Fall Fest 5-6:30
- October 16th- PTSA Meeting- Virtual at 6:00
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CSJH Activity Bus Routes
Depart at 3:50 pm Monday-Thursday
Rolling Meadows Route #1
Rolling Meadows Route #2
Hoffman Estates Route #1
Hoffman Estates Route #2
Make sure you're following us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @CSJHWildcats!
Erika Johansen
Email: johansee@ccsd15.net
Website: ccsd15.net/CS
Location: 2600 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
Phone: 847-963-7800
Facebook: facebook.com/csjhwildcats
Twitter: @csjhwildcats