I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the wonderful start to our school year. The energy, enthusiasm, and positive attitudes of our students and staff have been truly inspiring.

As we move forward, we are excited to delve deeper into our curriculum and explore the many extracurricular opportunities that our school offers, including after-school sports and clubs.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead!

Warmly,

Tamara

We realize that the Middle School athletic events are fun to attend and we have enjoyed having spectators come to the games. If students choose to attend away games at Carl Sandburg, Plum Grove, Sundling, or Winston Campus, it's expected that a parent comes with the students to the game and stays the entire time.

The CHAMPS expectations for spectator behavior are the same at each school in our district. Please remember you are a representative of our school when visiting another school.

Students, from another school, who come in without a parent or guardian will not be permitted to attend the game.

Chorus

Chorus will start on Monday, September 30th. We invite all students who enjoy singing and performing with others. We have lots of events happening this year including a performance at the Wolves Game and collaborating with Fremd High School. Mrs. Wise looks forward to seeing you all at our first rehearsal on Monday, September 30th! Activity bus will be provided to those who need a ride home.

Attention all piano players! We are in need of a piano accompanist to help with Chorus rehearsals. Please email Mrs. Wise if you are interested or have any questions!

Jazz Band

Starting mid-October

Rehearsals will be on Wednesdays and Fridays before school.

6:45 am- 7:20 am. Parents will need to drop students off, there is no District transportation

More information will be coming soon!

NJHS

Earlier this week, 8th-grade students with a cumulative GPA in 7th grade of 3.75 and above were invited to join the National Junior Honor Society. NJHS is a service organization of students that helps our immediate TJMS family and people within our community. Membership is more than an honor, it incurs a responsibility and an obligation to demonstrate those outstanding qualities that are associated with NJHS throughout the year. If you believe your 8th-grade student should have received an invite, please reach out to the Club Sponsor, Ms. Laura Pokrajak, pokrajal@ccsd15.net

Coming soon-

• Spirit Squad
• Chess Club
• Art Club
• Photography Club
• TJMS Musical
• and more!

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's Student ID number.

All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here.

If you have further questions, please contact Lifetouch directly (800)736-4753.

Picture Retakes are October 23

As we prepare to welcome students to the new school year, I want to emphasize the importance of creating a focused learning environment for all students. To ensure that our classrooms are conducive to learning, the expectation is that cell phones must be kept powered-off or silenced and out-of-sight during the regular school day. Please review the student-parent handbook for additional details. By following these guidelines, we can create a positive and productive classroom community where students can fully engage in their education.

As we begin another school year in District 15, I want to highlight the importance of daily attendance in your child’s academic success.

Regular attendance is key to academic achievement and personal growth. Each day in District 15 offers new opportunities for learning, and we ask that you prioritize your child’s presence in school. Research shows that attendance directly impacts academic performance and helps students feel more connected to their school community.

This year, every District 15 school is encouraging all families to commit to missing 9 days or less for school success. Every lesson, discussion, and interaction contributes to your student’s progress, both academically and socially. Being in school not only fuels learning but also opens doors to extracurricular activities and social connections.

While we understand that occasional absences may happen due to illness or other circumstances, please ensure your student stays in communication with their teachers and promptly completes any missed work.

Thank you for your partnership in making this a successful year of growth and learning.

The Parent/Student handbook provides a quick reference to all things District 15. If you havent done so already, please take some time to review the Parent/Student Handbook.

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• September 26 - 1/2 day for students- Early Dismissal @ 10:30

• October 9th- D15 Board of ED Meeting 7:00 pm

• October 9th- PTSA Meeting

• October 14th- Teacher Plan Day (no student attendance)
• October 23rd- Picture Retakes
• October 26th- 8:00 am 8th grade Pre-ACT testing at FHS

Principal: Tamara Byrne

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Assistant Principal: Charles Fabrikant

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Student Services Coordinator: Allison Moe

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Secretary: Amy Cunningham

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Office Clerical : Cynthia Nicketta

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Nurse: Menka San Pietro

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Head Custodian: Joe Venegas

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