Jaguar Journal May 16, 2024
DuJardin School Information
Location: 166 Euclid Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 894-9200
Website: DuJardin Elementary School
Twitter: @D13Jaguars
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and understanding about mental health issues. At DuJardin, we recognize the importance of supporting the mental well-being of our students, families, and staff members.
As parents, you play a crucial role in nurturing your child's mental health. It's essential to create an open and supportive environment where your child feels comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings. Encouraging healthy habits such as regular exercise, nutritious eating, and adequate sleep can also positively impact mental well-being. Here are some suggestions on how you can help support your child's mental well-being:
Open Communication & Active Listening: Encourage your child to talk openly about their thoughts and feelings. Create a safe and non-judgmental environment where they feel comfortable expressing themselves. Take the time to actively listen to your child when they share their concerns or worries. Validate their feelings and offer empathy and understanding. (example: ask your child about their day -Wow & Pow, High & Low, or Glow & Grow).
Establish Routine: Establishing a daily routine can provide stability and predictability, which can help reduce stress and anxiety for both children and adults. (example: Wake up at the same time every day, establish an after school reading/homework time, go to bed at the same time each night).
Promote Healthy Habits: Encourage your child to engage in regular physical activity, eat nutritious foods, and get enough sleep. These habits are essential for maintaining good mental health. (example: family exercise/activity, family mealtime or healthy after-school snack).
Limit Screen Time: While technology can be a valuable tool, excessive screen time can have negative effects on mental health. Set limits on screen time and encourage alternative activities such as reading, playing outside, or spending time with family. (example: weekly family game night - indoor or outdoor!).
Practice Mindfulness: Encourage your child to use mindfulness techniques to regulate their emotions if they are worried, stressed, upset, silly, mad, or uneasy to help manage stress and increase self-awareness. (example: deep breathing, meditation, or yoga, take a break, walk in nature).
Seek Support When Needed: If you notice signs of distress or mental health concerns in your child, don't hesitate to seek support from our school counselors or mental health professionals in the community. Early intervention is key to addressing mental health issues effectively.
If you have any concerns about your child's mental well-being or need additional support, please don't hesitate to reach out to our school social worker or administration. Together, we can work towards ensuring the mental wellness of our entire school community.
The Bloomingdale School District 13 has launched an innovative program, District 13 CARES (Community, Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement and Support) In cooperation with the Illinois Department of Health and the DuPage Regional Office of Education, Bloomingdale District 13 schools have been awarded grant funds to improve our studentsβ access to quality mental health services throughout the community.
Click here for more information about the District 13 CARES program
Any student, sibling and/or parent/guardian from the district can receive treatment services at no cost for up to 8 treatment sessions.
All clinicians providing treatment will be staffed with independent local health professionals not affiliated or employed by the District.
Information shared during these sessions constitutes patient/provider confidentiality and will not be shared with the school district except in emergency situations where appropriate.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support in creating a safe and nurturing environment for our students.
Ms. Julia Stevens, Social Worker jstevens@sd13.org
Mrs. Kat Lents, Instructional Services Facilitator klents@sd13.org
Mr. Patrick Haugens, Principal phaugens@sd13.org
PTO News
PTO News
Hot Lunch News
- Hot lunch is now done for the school year. We will be bringing Doctor Dogs back this September. Thank you for your support this year.
Fundraiser - Mabel's Labels
The DuJardin PTO is excited to share with you a new fundraising opportunity with Mabel's Labels, makers of personalized waterproof labels for the entire family! Simply visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and type in "DuJardin Elementary PTO" to give 20% back on all orders. Orders ship directly to your home FOR FREE! Let's keep our Lost & Found empty and help our fundraising efforts!
PTO Elections
We will be holding elections at our last PTO meeting of the school year next month. Vice President and Treasurer 2 year positions will be filled.
Current Nominees:
Vice President - Nicole Mitropoulos
Treasurer - Alyssa Syputa
If you are interested in being added to the ballot, please send an email to djpto13@gmail.com
Save the Dates & Reminders!
Wednesday, June 5th - Kona Ice Truck to celebrate the start of summer! 4 - 7 pm
Calls home from the Nurse:
Phone calls home are warranted in the event of a head injury, minor or major
All in school sickness including fever of 100.4 (oral) or greater, vomiting and/or diarrhea
Please prepare to keep your child home until:
Fever-free for a full 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.
Vomiting and diarrhea has ceased for a full 24 hours
Please refer to the General Health Guidelines which can be found on the district website
Send a note to school or email your students teacher and office if....
Your child/ren is walking home or being picked up instead of taking the bus
Your child/ren is being picked up by someone other than who is on the pick up list
Your child/ren is going to kids place instead of taking the bus or vice versa
Your child/ren is leaving school early
As always if your child/ren will be absent from school please call the office.
Office Staff Contact Information:
Attendance Email:(used to report absences)
Office Email:(used for changes to bus/arrival/dismissal)
Nurse's Office Contact Information:
Jessica Rosero- jrosero@sd13.org
Birthday Sign
Want a fun way to say βHappy Birthdayβ to your child or a staff member?
How about having your birthday wishes on the DuJardin school digital sign!
How: Print out this form, form are due 2 weeks before the birthday.
Cost: a $5 minimum donation to the DuJardin PTO
Why: Your child or staff member will be surprised and excited to see her/his birthday announced for one week in lights during their birthday month!
Virtual Backpack
The Bloomingdale School District has a Virtual Backpack that is filled with flyers and information from various organizations located throughout Bloomingdale. Please click on the backpack if you are interested in activities or information from outside organizations. Virtual Backpack
