Thompson Friday Forecast

Good afternoon and happy summer!

As we stand on the brink of summer, I find myself reflecting on the fleeting nature of time and the special moments that define our journey. Middle school is such a unique and pivotal stage in our children's lives. It's a time when they grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally. Watching them navigate these important years, filled with challenges and triumphs, has been a privilege. Your children are only in middle school for three years, but it is such a formative time in their lives that it often feels like a much larger chunk of their childhood. They enter as curious kids and leave as confident young adults, ready to take on high school and beyond.

With mixed emotions, we prepare to send our eighth graders off to high school. The bonds they've formed and the lessons they've learned here will stay with them as they embark on the next exciting stage of their educational journey. On a personal note, this transition holds even greater significance for me as my own daughters will be moving on to middle school and high school next year. It's a poignant reminder of how quickly time passes and how each stage of life, while fleeting, is filled with its own unique beauty and challenges. As parents, we cherish these moments, knowing that each step forward is both an ending and a beginning. Let’s embrace this special time, celebrating the achievements of our children and looking forward to the new adventures that await.

I also want to take a moment to thank you all for your patience this year as I stepped into a new role in a new community. While I’m going to miss this awesome group of 8th graders, I am also looking forward to next year with a bit more knowledge under my belt. I appreciate your continued partnership and support of Thompson Middle School. I hope your summer is filled with rest and relaxation alongside those you cherish most. Enjoy and Roll Thunder!

Dr. Matt Clark

Principal

Attention Orchestra Families!

We are in the home stretch--summer is right around the corner! As you begin to fill up your summer with activities and vacations, you should consider our very own D303 Summer Strings Camp!

This camp will be for orchestra students who are currently in grades 3 - 8. Camp will be June 17,18, 20 and June 24, 25, 26 and 27 in the evenings at Thompson Middle School.

Please visit the link in Pushcoin for more details! Questions? Ask your orchestra teacher or email the Director, Angie Wifler at angela.wifler@d303.org

Summer Strings Registration

Physical and Immunization Requirements:

Attention parents of incoming Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade students! Per Illinois school code, your student will need a school physical and a complete record of immunizations prior to the first day of school next year, which is August 14, 2024. Make your appointments today-these appointments fill up quickly! Please contact your school nurse prior to May 30, 2024 if you need a copy of your child's immunizations. You may turn the required forms into your school nurse anytime!

Mrs. Michelle Dague - Assistant Principal

Ms. Sarah Frankiewicz - Assistant Principal

Mrs. Danielle Moeller - Student Support Coordinator

Mr. Sam Pasholk - Student Support Coordinator

Email: katrina.michaelis@d303.org
Website: http://thompson.d303.org
Location: 705 West Main Street
Phone: (331) 228-3100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thompson-Middle-School-671638232903851/