Good afternoon!

Students and staff have been hard at work this week wrapping the 2nd quarter and preparing for semester exams. As we head into next week here are some helpful reminders:

1. It is important to study but it is even more important to get a good nights sleep. Set a stopping point and get some rest.
2. Since we are on an adjusted schedule, be sure to eat breakfast and bring some snacks.
3. Do your best each day be consistent in your approach and mindset.

Finish in a strong and disciplined manner so you can enjoy that well deserved break!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Mike

At the end of the 1st semester students will participate in Semester Exams. This year exams will be on Dec. 17-20. We will be on an adjusted schedule to administer the exams. As you are preparing for winter break activities here are some guidelines that we will follow for exams:

• If your child is going to miss exam week for any reason, please contact our attendance office to do a pre-arranged absence.
• Neither students nor staff can reschedule an exam without administrator approval.
• Students leaving early for winter break will take exams WHEN THEY RETURN. We will run a make up exam schedule on Jan. 7-10 for students to complete any missed exams.
• Rescheduling exams for convenience is not permitted.

If you have specific questions, please contact us and we will be happy to help.

In the event of a delay or closure due to inclement weather, families will be notified by voice call, email and text message using our broadcast communication system, School Messenger. Families can also check our district's social media channels and local news stations for timely updates.

For more details and some frequently asked question please visit our Winter Weather Procedures page on our website, linked below.

Had a great week celebrating with each other!

Don’t forget! After winter break, parents and guardians at Jerome High School, Eversole Run Middle School, and Abraham Depp Elementary can use the new Absence Request tool in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to quickly and efficiently report student absences.

This pilot program is part of our effort to make absence reporting easier for families and schools. If successful, we hope to roll it out district-wide.

Thank you for partnering with us as we test this new feature!

Give the gift of lasting memories. Buy your child a 2024/ 2025 yearbook. The book is pre-ordered now and delivered either to you (if you opt for home delivery) or to Jerome High School in the fall of ‘25. The yearbook is a great way for your teen to remember this year’s events at Jerome High School. As a parent, you know the importance of remembering your teen years and all of the people and events that made that time special.

• The price of this year’s yearbook is $80.00.
• Buy online with a credit card, debit card or PayPal at yearbookforever .Remember, buying a yearbook today will provide a lifetime of memories.

Senior Parents: add your touch by purchasing a senior ad for your senior. Design an ad that speaks from you sharing your pride in their accomplishments. Click here

Thank you!

Mrs. McJunkin and DJHS Yearbook Classes

December Menus

Thank you to those who participated in the virtual CCP presentation this week! The recording from this presentation as well as a copy of the presentation slides are now available on the DCS College Credit Plus website. Reviewing this information is a requirement for students and families interested in taking CCP courses during the 2025-2026 school year.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a prestigious and globally recognized educational program aimed at preparing students for higher education and beyond. Known for its rigorous curriculum, the IB program fosters essential skills such as critical thinking, advanced research, intercultural understanding, and a global perspective. Click the link below for more details.

WHAT IS IB?

Last month, Common App announced that they partnered with the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) and Scholarship America to match students with scholarships through their Common App.

How do students match?
It’s simple! To get matched with scholarships:

1. Students should complete their Common App tab, paying special attention to the profile, education, and activities sections.
2. Students will be notified of scholarships they match with on their Financial Aid tab.
3. Students can then explore their scholarship matches in the Scholarships section of their Financial Aid tab. For select opportunities, like the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship, students can complete the application directly within Common App. For most opportunities, students will need to apply on the provider’s external site.

Our spring assessment will take place Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. For details see below.

The 25-26 FAFSA is now live! The F in FAFSA means it is FREE. Make sure you are logging onto the correct website, fafsa.gov. There is not a charge to complete the FAFSA. Completing the FAFSA form allows your student to apply for federal student aid, such as grants, work-study, and loans. In addition, most states and colleges use information from the FAFSA form to award non federal aid. Make sure to check out the priority deadlines for Ohio Colleges.

DCS released it Safety & Wellness Playbook recently in partnership with Dublin PD. I have linked it to the image for your review. It is a great resource and reminder.

Developed to inspire, engage and mentor the next generation of cancer researchers, the Cancer Research Experience for the Advancement and Training of Emerging Scientists (CREATES-HS) Program is an eight-week funded summer research experience for rising high school seniors from underrepresented in medicine (URM) backgrounds.

Applications are open through Feburary 16th, 2025.

It is now the time for current sophomores to apply for Zoo School program through the Delaware Area Career Center. The application deadline is January 17, 2025.

Below are several links for any interested students.

• Main Zoo School website: https://www.delawareareacc.org/o/dacchs/page/columbus-zoo-and-aquarium-school
• Online application for DACC (Zoo School-specific information in "Step 7"): https://www.delawareareacc.org/o/dacchs/page/high-school-admissions
• Zoo School Open House (1.9.25): https://www.delawareareacc.org/page/open-house

Dublin Youth Athletics hosts an annual travel basketball tournament (Boys and Girls grades 4-6) each year in December. Dublin high school students have volunteered to work our concessions booth and work the admissions table over the years.

This year's tournament is December 13-15 at the five Dublin middle schools. This is a great opportunity for students to get some volunteer hours for their resume, support the Dublin community and to meet NHS requirements.

Sign up below if you are interested.

FCA is hosting a Toy Drive this Christmas from Dec 1st through the 13th to help ensure that all kids in central Ohio have gifts to open this Christmas. Bring new, unopened Christmas gifts to the commons and place them under the tree. Use your gifts to be a blessing to others this Christmas while loving your neighbors in need.

"The HOSA Medical Reserve Corps team is hosting a Winter Essentials Drive from December 9th to 20th to help prepare underserved communities for the snowy season. Donation boxes are located in the commons for new or gently used coats, boots, hats, and other winter essentials. Send a picture of your donation to @mrcthedifference on Instagram for a chance to win a free Crumbl Cookie! Can’t drop off your donation? Message their Instagram to arrange a pick-up. Thank you for your support!"

Please see the the flyer from Angela Walker at the Union County Humane Society. The shelter can be a very overwhelming place for an animal-especially when we are so over capacity. They would like to give animals a break from the shelter over the holiday season, whether it be a day out, an overnight, a weekend in a home, or longer.

Our winter sports programs have started their seasons. We encourage everyone to come out and support our student athletes. Want to follow along with their seasons? Here are some resources:

Jerome Athletics

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GO CELTS!

Exciting News for Dublin Jerome Families!
Our PTO Online Fan Store is now live! Shop Spirit wear items anytime, 24/7.

• Customizable options: Add last names, logos, colors and even your student’s name to most items! Is your student part of a club? You can add their club name as well!!
• Quick shipping: Orders arrive in just 7-10 days.
• Year-round access: Gear up for every season and event!

Visit our store and show off your Dublin Jerome pride today!

Please join us on social media for the latest up to date information from the PTO

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1819262148247948

Twitter. https://twitter.com/JeromePto

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djhspto/

Dec. 13, 2024

Winter Break

The last day of school for the first semester is Friday, December 20. School will resume on January 7 following winter break and a teacher work day.

Redistricting Maps Now Available

The elementary and middle school redistricting process is now finalized. Families can view the static boundary maps, which will take effect beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, on the Dublin City Schools Maps and Boundaries page or by visiting Cropper GIS's dedicated DCS Redistricting webpage.

To see school assignments based on your address, use the interactive map tool on the Cropper GIS webpage. Simply enter your street address into the search bar to view your elementary and middle school assignments for the 2025-2026 school year.

Don’t Miss Out on Available Student Activities

We have recently added new opportunities for students to the Info Hub. Is your student interested in conservation? Or scouting? Or Volleyball? Learn more about how to participate in these activities by visiting the Info Hub.

Ski Trip Opportunity

Optional Ski Trip Opportunity & Ski Club Sweatshirts

Advanced High School Skiers and Boarders can sign up through January 1, 2025, or until the 2nd bus fills up to go to Holiday Valley in NY on January 25, 2025. You do not need to be a ski club member to attend the trip.

Optional Ski Club Sweatshirts are on sale through January 1, 2025, for ski club members. Orders will be delivered/made available after winter break. Go to the ski club website for more information: tinyurl.com/DublinSki

If you would like to have better access. to the Jerome Community community calendar please "subscribe" using the link below to add to your phones and in their calendar app.

Administrative Team

Principal: Mr. Mike Aurin

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Donita Hampton(Last Names A-E)

Assistant Principal: Mr. Mike Wayt (Last Names F-Lin)

Dean of Building Leadership Mrs. Julie Schoeler (Last Name Lip-R)

Assistant Principal: Dr. Bryan Arnold (Last Names S-Z)

Athletic Director: Mr. Jay Schwanke

Email: Jerome_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://jerome.dublinschools.net/
Location: 8300 Hyland-Croy Road, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614-873-7377
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dublinjeromehs/
Instagram: @dublinjeromehs