NBJH Weekly Update 11/15/24

Hi folks,

We were very fortunate to kick off our week by hosting the annual Veterans Day ceremony that was attended by all of our staff and students, members of the local VFW and American Legion Post, and other community members. Our Wind Ensemble performed a medley of each of the service songs as we recognized members in attendance from each branch of the military. Veterans held a powerful 'fallen comrade' table ceremony to honor those soldiers who never returned from duty. Our guest speaker, Erica Borggren -- a Rhodes Scholar and West Point graduate -- gave a tremendous speech to the audience about the importance of ALL service, not just military service. After students returned to class, we concluded the ceremony with a rifle salute at the flagpole as Taps was played by current GBN student and NBJH alum, Olivia LaCerra.

It was truly an honor to host our local veterans and pay tribute to all they have done for our country. We are pleased to offer an opportunity for our students to gain a deeper understanding of what this day means for individuals and for our nation as a whole. A special thanks goes out to band director, Greg Scapillato for his efforts coordinating this event with several outside organizations.

Enjoy the weekend...

Scott

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BUILDING TOURS

​You are also invited to see facilities needs firsthand. Tours of our two oldest schools take place next week:

• Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6-6:30 p.m. at Greenbriar School
• Thursday, Nov. 21, 6-6:60 p.m. at Meadowbrook School

For more information, visit northbrook28.net/bttd28

Parent-Teacher conferences at NBJH occur the week of Thanksgiving -- Monday, November 25 (12-8pm) and Tuesday, November 26 (8am-1pm). Online registration is currently open and will close on Wednesday, November 20 at 7pm. Families can access the pickAtime platform using the following link: pickatime.com/NB28. Once registration ends next week, we will send out to families a list of staff Zoom links so families scheduled for virtual conferences can connect with their child's teachers.

For any of our 8th grade families who were unable to attend this month's presentation about the transition to high school, we have added important information and dates to the NBJH website. Once you land on the NBJH website, under the Menu option is a category titled '8th Grade Parent Info'. This is where you can access Wednesday's High School Transition Info.

This Week...

11/18 B Day

• Trimester 2 Begins

11/19 A Day

• Board of Education Meeting - H.O.H. Community Room - 7 p.m.

11/20 B Day

• Parent/Teacher Conference Registration Closes - 7 p.m.

11/21 A Day

• GBN Choral Festival at GBN - 7-8 p.m.

11/22 B Day

Looking Ahead...

11/25

• NO SCHOOL - Parent/Teacher Conferences 12-8 p.m.

11/26

• NO SCHOOL - Parent/Teacher Conferences 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

11/27-11/29 - NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVING BREAK

12/02 - A Day

• Beginning and Philharmonic Orchestra Concert - JH Gym - 7 p.m.

12/03 - B Day

• P.T.O. Council Meeting - H.O.H. Community Room - 9 a.m.

12/04 - A Day

• Junior Band and Concert Band Winter Concert - JH Gym - 7 p.m.

12/05 - B Day

• NBJH P.T.O. Meeting - JH Conference Room - 8:45 a.m.
• Cadet, String and Chamber Orchestra Concert - JH Gym - 7 p.m.

12/06 - A Day

• 8th Grade Session 2 Elective Classes End
• Wind Ensemble/Concert Choir/Chamber Orchestra Assembly - JH Gym - 8:45 a.m.

Mark Your Calendars for Important Events!

You can also visit NBJH.northbrook28.net calendar to add these events to your personal device.

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11/18

• Boys' Basketball vs. Gemini (8/7) - 4:30 p.m.
• Girls' Basketball at Gemini (8/7) - 4:30 p.m.

11/20

• 6th Grade Basketball at Caruso (B/G) - 4:30 p.m.

11/21

• 6th Grade Basketball vs. Shepard (B/G) - 4:30 p.m.
• Boys' Basketball vs. Springman (8/7) - 4:30 p.m.
• Girls' Basketball at Springman (8/7) - 4:30 p.m.

Maple Wrestling Team Information

Interested in joining the Maple Wrestling Team? Please complete the interest form and join us for our upcoming open mat sessions at Maple! Wrestling Interest Form for your students

Open Mat Sessions:

Monday, November 18th - 4:30-5:30pm

Wednesday, November 20th - 4:30-5:30pm

Thursday, November 21st - 4:30-5:30pm

District 28 invites local non-profit organizations and community government agencies to promote events for families and children. Each week, some event are highlighted in the newsletter. View the complete list of events on the Virtual Backpack web page. To submit an event, please email the web-friendly flier to Terry Ryan, Communications Director. All fliers are subject to approval.

Enjoy a family outing to the Willow Hill Lights on Wednesday, Dec. 4th and $5 of your ticket will benefit Penny Possible, a Northbrook-based organization that provides comfort to pediatric cancer patients. Simply reserve your tickets for Dec.4th!

For over a decade, the Rotary of Northbrook has been helping residents stay warm during the winter with its annual "Coat Off Your Back" collection drive. Bring new and gently used coats for children and adults to school. Donations will help refugees and homeless individuals.

School Districts 28, 27 and 30 are partnering with Cradles to Crayons for a charity coat drive from December 2-13. Please donate your new and gently used winter coats, boots, and accessories. Collection bins will arrive in December. Start cleaning out your closets now!

The districts are joining together to host a free community orchestra concert with musicians from all three districts at 6:30 p.m. on December 13 at Northbrook Junior High.

CATCH workshop: Creating Our How-To Guide to Free the Anxious Generation

Join us for Part 2: Discussion to Action of our fall educational series at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, at Northbrook United Methodist Church, 11990 Western Ave.

Dr. Lisa Novak will facilitate a collaborative, hands-on session. Parents will create a practical action plan to combat our kids' anxiety.

Register Today

Join us for an exciting evening of cultural exploration and learning as students from the Glenbrook Academy of International Studies present insights from their four-year study of the German language and culture. This event is a unique opportunity for eighth-grade students considering the Academy program, and anyone interested in global learning to hear firsthand about the students' experiences abroad. Topics include: studying German has opened doors to a deeper understanding of European history, language, and traditions.

Date: Monday, November 18th
Time: Doors open 6:30 p.m.; Presentation starts at 7 p.m.
Location: Lakeview Room at the Glenview Park District

Dr. Scott Meek Ed.D.

NBJH Principal