Jayhawk Weekly Communication

The Oak Park Department of Public Health has been informed of an increase in Fifth disease cases in our community. Fifth disease (parvovirus B19) is a viral infection that typically presents with a red rash on the face, in addition to other symptoms. Please review the letter provided by the health department for more information.

The health department notes:

• Families should not send child(ren) to school with a rash without first being evaluated by a physician. A return to school note may be required.
• Any individuals who are pregnant should carefully review the letter, as Fifth disease can pose complications. Please contact your physician for additional guidance.

Additional information about health guidelines for District 97 students can be found at https://www.op97.org/health-services/sick-day-guidelines.

The 8th Grade Graduation Celebration Deals are all available now! Don't miss out!

GREAT AMERICA MEGA DEAL IS ONLY $100!

We have a tentative date of Tuesday, May 28th for the 8th grade field trip to Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL. And we are offering a mega deal for the 8th Grade Celebration field trip. We will go to Six Flags Great America from 9:30am - 6:30pm. For only $100, students will get admission to Great America amusement park, transportation to and from the park, lunch, a snack, and the all day refillable beverage option...plus a Class of 2024 t-shirt!

1. ALL PAYMENTS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 26 (we will NOT be able to extend the payment deadline) because Great America must be paid in full prior to the field trip and we must submit the final t-shirt order by May 1st. Therefore, no refunds will be issued because each vendor must be paid in advance, prior to the day of field trip. So please be sure to make your payment on or before 4/26 if you want your student to participate.
2. If you own a SEASON PASS or ONE DAY PASS to Six Flags Great America for your 8th grader, the cost of the trip is $60 (for this price, your Jayhawk will receive the Class of 2024 t-shirt, transportation, lunch, snack and the refillable beverage option). **On May 28, if your student does not bring the season pass, then your student will need to pay the full price admission at the gate or a parent/guardian will need to pick them up from the amusement park.
3. If your student will not attend the SFGA field trip, but would like to order the Class of 2024 t-shirt: the cost is $15.

• For more information, please read the SFGA Information Sheet.
• To pay for the Mega Deal or the Season Pass Deal, please CLICK HERE.
• To purchase the Class of 2024 t-shirt (8th grader not attending the SFGA field trip), order here.
• And to complete the Permission Slip for Great America, please CLICK HERE now.

Please take a moment to review the details about the upcoming Spring Panorama Student survey.

Calling all Parents/ Family/ Friends of Julian Middle School:

Career day is here! and we need your help! We will be splitting Career Exploration over two days this year and are in need of presenters for Thursday May 23 or Panelists for Friday May 24. Presenters on Thursday would need to be willing to plan a 30 minute presentation with a hands on or activity component for the students about their career and career path. Students will rotate to four different presenters throughout the afternoon on Thursday. Panelists on Friday will answer a series of questions about their career, questions will be e-mailed in advance. More details and the opportunity to sign up to present or speak on the panel are located at this link. We are still looking for at least 40 more career professionals so please share with family and friends that you believe would have something wonderful to share with our students. The google form will close April 30th.

Join us for a Family Workshop hosted by the District 97 Student Services Team! The event will be held Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Holmes Elementary School. Learn more about the IEP process, eligibility meetings, school-based and clinical supports, and your parental rights. Click here to view the event flyer >>

Don’t miss out on this morning of learning and connection! Click here today to RSVP >>

As we prepare for the end of the year celebrations, field trips, graduation activities, etc., please be aware that the school office will close at 4:00 p.m. on the following days:

• Wednedsay, May 22 (Graduation Materials Distribution)
• Friday, May 24
• Friday, May 31 (Graduation Day)
• Tuesday, June 4 (Last Day of School)

Students that do not own cell phones are allowed to use classroom phones, with the classroom teachers' permission, at the end of the school day to call home for rides. Or they can ask their coach or after-school club sponsor to use their classroom phone to reach a parent or guardian when the school office is closed. If you have any questions, please contact us via email at julianoffice@op97.org.

Parents/Guardians,

We will be utilizing a new link to sign up for background checks. This new format utilizes Google Calendar.

District 97 Background Check Appointment Schedule

Oak Park and River Forest High School will have summer programs and tryouts coming up soon. Please check out the flyers or scan the QR codes for more information. Contact the high school if you have any questions.

2023-24 Julian School Calendar

6th and 7th grade families:

Online registration for the 2024-25 school year in District 97 is now open for all students. Complete details about the process—including residency documents, timelines and other helpful resources—are available on the district web site: www.op97.org/registration.

**RETURNING STUDENTS

Registration for returning District 97 students will be open March 5 - April 19. Complete details can be found at https://www.op97.org/hr/returning-student-registration. ALL CURRENT 6TH AND 7TH GRADE JULIAN STUDENTS MUST REGISTER, IF YOU PLAN FOR YOUR CHILD TO ATTEND JULIAN M.S. FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR. So please be sure to complete the registration on or before April 19th. Thank you in advance.

We appreciate your partnership in preparing for a successful 2024-25 school year!

Sunday, May 19 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Join Oak Park and River Forest High School for an exciting day featuring the legendary alumni band The Jade 50's, a variety of food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, and numerous other family-friendly activities. It’s all happening on the Mall on the west side of OPRF, where you’ll also have the chance to take a lap on the new track! Don’t miss out on the fun! Check out the flyer here.

The Food Delivery policy is still in place:

Effective Monday, November 6, 2023 - FOOD DELIVERIES ARE NOT PERMITTED FOR STUDENTS

In recent weeks, we have observed a number of students missing instructional time to come down to the first floor to meet delivery drivers at the front entrance or at the commons' doors. No child should be meeting a stranger at the door of the school or during their lunch/recess time outside. This is a major safety and security concern. Parents and Guardians are welcome to drop off forgotten lunches to their children. Also, sandwiches and salads are available for purchase from the lunchroom if a student forgets their lunch at home (it can be billed to their lunch account, they do not need cash to purchase a lunch in the lunchroom).

Julian Middle School will no longer accept food/beverage deliveries for students from outside food delivery services, and students are not permitted to order GrubHub, DoorDash, UberEats, etc for lunches, snacks or beverages. Parents/Guardians are welcome to drop off forgotten lunches to their children. However, students are not permitted to place orders via their chromebooks or cellphones. We appreciate your cooperation and we thank you in advance for helping to remind your student of the safety & security protocols. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact a Julian administrator.

Parents/Guardians,

If your child is in the habit of crossing the sidewalk from the school to the North side of Washington Blvd at Cuyler Ave, PLEASE remind them that this is not a sanctioned crosswalk. All Julian students who are walking or biking, to and from school, should cross the street at the light with a crossing guard. There is no official crosswalk at the Cuyler Ave and Washington Blvd intersection. Therefore, students should not cross themselves. Students should walk to the corner of Ridgeland Ave and then walk to the North side of Washington Blvd. Crossing guards are posted at the light, where students should cross the street. Please be sure to discuss this safety habit with your Julian student.

District 97 is now accepting applications for the early childhood blended classrooms at Whittier Elementary School for the 2024-25 school year. There are a limited number of spaces available. Click here to view the 2024-25 D97 Blended Preschool flyer >>

District 97 is seeking students who:

• are non-IEP students who will be between the ages of 3 and 4 years by Sept. 1, 2024;

• demonstrate age-appropriate language and social skills;

• are Oak Park residents;

• are not enrolled in a preschool program.

The registration window will be open through May 24, 2024. For more information about the Early Childhood Blended Program or to apply, please visit https://www.op97.org/teach-learn/ecblended.

District 97's Single Subject and Whole Grade Level Acceleration process for the 2024-25 school year is open now!

District 97 remains committed to maintaining safe and healthy schools. We continue to work in partnership with the Oak Park Department of Public Health, following guidance set by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).

When should a child remain home from school?

Staying home if you are ill is essential to keep infections—including the virus that causes COVID-19— out of schools and prevent spread to others. Please visit the District 97 Health Services page for more information about when to stay home. If you have specific questions, please contact your school nurse.

COVID-19 Guidelines for 2023-24

Following IDPH guidelines, individuals who test positive for COVID-19 must stay home for five days after the first day of symptoms or testing positive (Day 0). They may return to school on Day 6 if:

• They are 24 hours fever free with no fever-reducing medication AND

• No diarrhea or vomiting for 24 hours AND

• Improvement of other symptoms.

Masks are strongly recommended around others for five days (through Day 10). Per local guidance, anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 should also complete Oak Park Department of Public Health's Positive at Home COVID 19 Test form.

For more information, please visit: COVID-19 Guidelines for D97 Students and Staff

*PLEASE GIVE THE REASON FOR YOUR STUDENT'S ABSENCE*

When calling the Julian attendance line at 708-665-3064 or leaving a message on the school office voicemail at 708-524-3040, please slowly state the following:

1. Your Name
2. Your Child’s First and Last Name
3. Your Child’s Grade Level and Advisory Teacher
4. Reason for the Absence
5. Best phone number to reach you

Oak Park, IL 60302

708-524-3040

www.op97.org/julian