Dear TMS Community,
As we wrap up our first few weeks of the new school year, we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude and share some highlights from our learning journey together so far. Firstly, we are incredibly proud of our students for their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. They have quickly adapted to school routines and expectations. Our Cross Country athletes are filling the TMS trophy cases with hard-earned awards and our softball team will play in the Regional Championship this Tuesday. The TMS teachers and staff have also been exceptional in their efforts to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. Their commitment to student success is evident in every lesson and activity, and we are grateful for their hard work and dedication.
Looking ahead, there are many extracurricular opportunities for students and parents to engage in. All 7th & 8th-grade parents are invited to attend Curriculum Night this Thursday, 9/19/24 @ 6 PM. Click HERE to view the Morning Announcements that showcase information on Clubs, Science Olympiad, Variety Show, Student Council, and much more. At TMS we focus on academic excellence, while also nurturing the social and emotional growth of our students. Our goal is to provide a well-rounded education that prepares each child for future success.
NEW Information in this Newsletter:
- Fall Map Testing Date - TUESDAY, 9/17/24 *Modified Daily Schedule
- 7th & 8th Grade Curriculum Night - THURSDAY, 9/19/24 @ 6 PM
- Good Luck at Regionals Girl's Softball Team!
- PTA Spirit Wear Sale ends tonight!
- Picture Retake/Make-Up Day - MONDAY, 10/14/24 during homeroom
- Dogs at TMS
- Post Secondary Career Open House - WEDNESDAY, 11/20/24 @ 4:30-6:30 PM @ MacArthur
- Notes from TMS Tech Department
Repeat Newsletter Announcements:
- ABC 25 Information
- Arrival & Dismissal Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures
- Glenbard Parent Series - Speaker on Teen Anxiety & School Anxiety
- District 25 Food Services Information
- Health Office Information
- TMS After-School Academic Support
- School Resource Office Information
- Safe2Help Illinois
- Bus Information
- TMS Administrator Team
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Together, we will make this school year a truly memorable and successful one for every student.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. Together, we will make this school year a truly memorable and successful one for every student.
The TMS Administrative Team
Lori Naumowicz, Principal
Greg Keadle, Associate Principal
Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal & Epsilon Teacher
Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & TMS Student Services Coordinator
- TMS after school clubs will begin the week of September 16th.
- If your student is interested in joining a club, please have them check morning announcements for a meeting schedule.
- If they missed the morning announcements, they can always check on Schoology.
- Click here for the Daily TMS Morning Announcements. This link is also located on the TMS homepage.
- TMS Academic support, clubs, and after school activities are in full swing!
- If a student plans to take the Activity Please remind your student that they need to fill out the google form each day if they plan on taking the Activity Bus.
- This form is available on the Schoology Lunch Class for each grade level and there are also QR codes posted by the main entrance door that they can access.
- Filling out this form keeps the office informed of who is riding the bus on that particular day.
- The Activity Bus leaves from Thomas at 3:35.
- The parent access codes for Schoology and PowerSchool were sent out to all 6th grade parents on September 6th from the district office.
- 7th and 8th grade NEW families should receive their code within the next week.
- Still don't have your parent account set up? No problem, simply ask your student to show you how by logging into their account and review the information together!
- If you have any issues or questions, please contact our Tech Department by filling out THIS FORM.
- District 25 is a partner in the Link Together Coalition which gives our community access to the Glenbard Parent Series.
- Please check out the various Glenbard Parent Series presentations that work to engage top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities.
- Programs are free and open to the public - registration is NOT required.
TMS After School Support by Team is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays! Students are invited to stay after school for academic support.
- Please encourage your child to attend Office Hours/11th Hour/Homework Club and to reach out to teachers if they need help or just want a place to work on their academics after school. This support is FREE and can be extremely helpful.
- Click HERE for more details on options for your child to get help from staff at TMS.
- The activity bus departs TMS at about 3:35 PM. Please see the Activity Bus Black Out Schedule below.
- All students are eligible to access after-school academic support.
- As well as providing teacher grants, each year, the ABC/25 Foundation grants $2,500.00 to all District 25 schools when 25% of the school's families become members.
- These funds may be used at the school’s discretion.
- Past Membership Incentive Grants include: lighting and sound system updates, playground equipment, app subscriptions, digital books, Chromebooks, Nooks and iPad minis.
- We invite you to join ABC/25 Foundation and make an impact on District 25 student learning. Your support ensures that we can continue to provide students with projects and programs that foster innovation, creativity and excellence.
- One membership counts towards all district schools your children attend.
- Become an ABC/25 Foundation Member by donating a minimum of $40.00 per family. District staff may join at an educator’s rate of $25.00 or more.
The TMS PTA has a lot to offer this year! We are excited for all the activities we have planned!
- MEMBERSHIP: Join the TMS PTA and help support the TMS community! Check out the TMS PTA Website Each membership includes 1 TMS yearbook.
- MEETINGS: If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA or simply checking out a meeting @ 7:00pm in the TMS Library. Everyone is welcome!
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- 2024-2025 Executive Board Members
- President: Kristen Dugan
- President-Elect: James Moncada
- Vice President: Sara Hess
- Treasurer: Diane Beardmore
- Secretary: Jocelyn Katz
- COMMITTEE POSITIONS: We do have a few committee positions open: Communications Chair, Buffalo Grove High School Liaison, Student Activities Committee member, and the Volunteer Coordinator. If interested, please email thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
- VOLUNTEERING: If chairing a committee is not for you, we will have many volunteer opportunities throughout the year!
- TMS PTA Memberships - Have you joined the PTA? Your membership gives you exclusive access to the Thomas Middle School Directory through Directory Spot. Not a member? No problem! You can join by visiting the AH25 Webstore to purchase online or by emailing us at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com.
- Where can I find information on District 25 Food Services? Click here
- Where can I view the school lunch menu? Click Here
- How do I pay for my child’s meals? Click Here
- How do I apply for free & reduced meals? Click Here
We ask that students have money loaded onto their Mealtime account to purchase food prior to lunch time. Parents can pay online at www.mymealtime.com or students can bring cash or check and drop it off in the Lunch Account Deposit Box located in the school foyer. Money will be collected daily by 10 am to be deposited on students' accounts. For more information about paying for school lunches, please visit our website. Thank you!
Student Athlete Physical Forms: Athletes must have a current physical BEFORE they can participate in ANY practices. Physicals are good for 13 months. Physical exam MUST be turned in before try-outs.
IHSA-Sports-Physical-Form.pdf Physicals can be turned in at the TMS office or uploaded to the TMS Health Office form linked here.
6TH GRADE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS- 2 ITEMS:
1. Physical Examination- Exam must have taken place on or after AUGUST 29, 2023. The form is due NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 15, 2024 to avoid school exclusion. If you need to verify your student's status or have any questions, please call us as soon as possible. REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS - PROOF of Tdap & Meningococcal conjugate vaccination.
Certificate of Child Health Examination-English
Certificado de Examen de Salud Infantil-Español
2. Dental Examination - Due by May 15, 2025. A dental exam dated from 11/15/23-5/15/25 is acceptable.
STUDENTS NEW TO DISTRICT 25:
1. Physical examination and all required immunizations.
2. Dental examination
3. Eye examination
Physicals and documentation can be turned in at the TMS office or uploaded to the TMS Health Office form linked here.
Please contact the TMS Health Office if you have any questions:
Laura Toussaint - ltoussaint@sd25.org
Stephanie Musolf - smusolf@sd25.org
- Daily attendance at school is expected and essential to school success. Please work with us to ensure that your child is attending school each day. If support is needed, please reach out to us.
- ABSENCE REPORTING: The TMS attendance reporting options are open 24 hours a day 7 days per week. If your child is sick or unable to attend school, the parent/guardian MUST report this to the TMS office by filling out the Online Attendance Form by 8 AM, the latest, on the day of the absences.
Social media concerns, incidents that occur after school hours/on the weekends, or outside of school can be reported to the SRO or you can contact the Arlington Heights Police by calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number (847) 368-5300. You can also go directly to the Police Department located at 200 E Sigwalt Street in Arlington Heights. It is open 24 hours. The SROs can be contacted as well:
SRO: John O'Leary joleary@vah.com Cell Phone: (847) 344-2330
SRO: Chris Seebacher cseebacher@vah.com Cell Phone (847) 368-5393
Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (safe2helpil.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the information provided will be shared with local district and school officials and/or local 911 call center, depending on the nature of the information shared. Safe2Help Illinois is a long-term initiative to change the school culture in Illinois by helping students reach out when they have concerns. To learn further about Safe2Help Illinois, please see the videos below. More information can also be found on their website at safe2helpil.com. Video for Middle School Students
- Bus information will be sent the week before school starts.
- Click here for the Bus Safety Guidelines and Rule as well as details on lost items on the bus.
- Please direct bus transportation questions to the District 25 Transportation Specialist: Laura Comastro as she can answer your questions and resolve issues. lcomastro@sd25.org. Phone: 847-758-4888
- Bus Company Questions: Contact Cook Co. School Bus Company at 847-439-0923
