Dear TMS Community,
This Friday, 10/4/24, marks the mid-term of the first quarter. Our learning adventure is flying by, and we are grateful for the work our T-Wolves have done to establish successful academic routines. The mid-term point of the quarter can serve as a helpful checkpoint, offering valuable insights into each student's progress and areas for growth.
- For those students who are excelling, congratulations on your hard work and commitment to learning. Your achievements are a testament to your diligence and perseverance.
- For students who may be facing challenges, please know that we are here to support you every step of the way. Whether you seek extra help from teachers by utilizing resources such as Homework Club or Office Hours or connect with peers for guidance, support is available.
Parents, your partnership in your child's education is invaluable. Please review the mid-term grades with your child, celebrate their accomplishments, and discuss any areas where additional support may be beneficial. Together, we can ensure that every student at TMS reaches their full potential. In addition, keep in mind that at TMS, we strive for each TMS student to find at least one way to engage in a TMS extracurricular activity; there are many ways to pick from. Click HERE for the Daily Announcements for club and activity highlights.
Today, Monday, 9/30/24 will be Safety Drills which were rescheduled from the first day of school. MARK YOUR CALENDARS, this Thursday, 10/3/24 is a NON-ATTENDANCE Day.
NEW Information in this Newsletter:
Student Council Lemons of Love Lemonade Stands
TMS Safety Drill & PTA Spirit Wear Delivery - Monday, 9/30/24
Bus Passes Required - Starting Tuesday, 10/1/24
NO SCHOOL - Thursday, 10/3/24
1st Quarter Mid-Term Date - Friday, 10/4/24 *Check PowerSchool
TMS Garden Club Accomplishments
PTA Meeting - Wednesday, 10/9/24 @ 7 PM *Dr. Kaye and IYS Presentation
6th Grade State Mandated Physical Compliance Date - Tuesday, 10/15/24
Picture Retake/Make-Up Day - Monday, 10/14/24 during homeroom
Important Bus Safety Information
Bus Evacuation Drill - Thursday, 10/24/24 during PE/Health Classes
- PTA Activity Night - Friday, 10/25/24 from 3-5 PM *VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - STAY TUNED!
- Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences - Monday, 11/4/24
- TMS Jr. Spirit Squads Workshop Information
Repeat Newsletter Announcements:
- ABC 25 Information
- Arrival & Dismissal Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures
- Glenbard Parent Series - Speaker on Teen Anxiety & School Anxiety
- District 25 Food Services Information
- Health Office Information
- TMS After-School Academic Support
- School Resource Office Information
- Safe2Help Illinois
- Bus Information
- TMS Administrator Team
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in TMS!
The TMS Administrative Team
Lori Naumowicz, Principal
Greg Keadle, Associate Principal
Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal & Epsilon Teacher
Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & TMS Student Services Coordinator
As we approach the midpoint of the semester at TMS, we reflect on the progress made so far, please take a moment to check in with your middle schooler on mid-term grades.
- The parent access codes for Schoology and PowerSchool were sent out to all 6th grade parents and 7th and 8th grade NEW families from the district office.
- Still don't have your parent account set up? Please contact our Tech Department by filling out THIS FORM. You can ask your student to show you how by logging into their account and review the information together.
- Schoology and PowerSchool parent information is posted on the TMS website homepage linked HERE.
URGENT - 6th Grade Families - PLEASE READ... 6TH GRADE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Physical Examination COMPLIANCE DUE DATE: 10/15/24
- Exam must have taken place on or after AUGUST 29, 2023. The form is due NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 15, 2024 to avoid school exclusion.
- If you need to verify your student's status or have any questions, please call us as soon as possible. REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS - PROOF of Tdap & Meningococcal Conjugate vaccination.
- Certificate of Child Health Examination-English
- Certificado de Examen de Salud Infantil-Español
Dental Examination - Due by May 15, 2025.
- A dental exam dated from 11/15/23-5/15/25 is acceptable.
- IDPH_DentalExamForm-Eng.pdf
STUDENTS NEW TO DISTRICT 25:
- Physical examination and all required immunizations - Physicals and documentation can be turned in at the TMS office or uploaded to the TMS Health Office form linked here.
- Dental examination
- Eye examination - StateofIL_EyeExamForm.pdf
Student Athlete Physical Forms: Athletes must have a current physical BEFORE they can participate in ANY practices. Physicals are good for 13 months. Physical exam MUST be turned in before try-outs.
IHSA-Sports-Physical-Form.pdf Physicals can be turned in at the TMS office or uploaded to the TMS Health Office form linked here.
Please contact the TMS Health Office if you have any questions:
Laura Toussaint - ltoussaint@sd25.org
Stephanie Musolf - smusolf@sd25.org
The TMS Poms and Cheerleading Squads host a workshop that is open to any District 25 child who wishes to gain Poms and Cheer experience. Each participant partners with a current TMS Poms or Cheer student athlete, learn technique and a routine, then perform the combination during halftime at a TMS Basketball game.
WORKSHOP: Saturday, 12/7/24 at 9:00 am-11:00am @ TMS
PERFORMANCE: Wednesday, 12/11/24 during halftime of the 4:30 pm Basketball Game @ TMS
DETAILS: Click HERE to learn more!
- District 25 is a partner in the Link Together Coalition which gives our community access to the Glenbard Parent Series.
- Please check out the various Glenbard Parent Series presentations that work to engage top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities.
- Programs are free and open to the public - registration is NOT required.
TMS After School Support by Team is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays! Students are invited to stay after school for academic support.
- Please encourage your child to attend Office Hours/11th Hour/Homework Club and to reach out to teachers if they need help or just want a place to work on their academics after school. This support is FREE and can be extremely helpful.
- Click HERE for more details on options for your child to get help from staff at TMS.
- The activity bus departs TMS at about 3:35 PM. Please see the Activity Bus Black Out Schedule below.
- All students are eligible to access after-school academic support.
- As well as providing teacher grants, each year, the ABC/25 Foundation grants $2,500.00 to all District 25 schools when 25% of the school's families become members.
- These funds may be used at the school’s discretion.
- Past Membership Incentive Grants include: lighting and sound system updates, playground equipment, app subscriptions, digital books, Chromebooks, Nooks and iPad minis.
- We invite you to join ABC/25 Foundation and make an impact on District 25 student learning. Your support ensures that we can continue to provide students with projects and programs that foster innovation, creativity and excellence.
- One membership counts towards all district schools your children attend.
- Become an ABC/25 Foundation Member by donating a minimum of $40.00 per family. District staff may join at an educator’s rate of $25.00 or more.
The TMS PTA has a lot to offer this year! We are excited for all the activities we have planned!
- MEMBERSHIP: Join the TMS PTA and help support the TMS community! Check out the TMS PTA Website Each membership includes 1 TMS yearbook.
- MEETINGS: If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA or simply checking out a meeting @ 7:00pm in the TMS Library. Everyone is welcome!
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024 *Guest D25 Superintendent - Dr. Kaye and IYS Presentation
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- 2024-2025 Executive Board Members
- President: Kristen Dugan
- President-Elect: James Moncada
- Vice President: Sara Hess
- Treasurer: Diane Beardmore
- Secretary: Jocelyn Katz
- COMMITTEE POSITIONS: We do have a few committee positions open: Communications Chair, Buffalo Grove High School Liaison, Student Activities Committee member, and the Volunteer Coordinator. If interested, please email thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com
- VOLUNTEERING: If chairing a committee is not for you, we will have many volunteer opportunities throughout the year!
- TMS PTA Memberships - Have you joined the PTA? Your membership gives you exclusive access to the Thomas Middle School Directory through Directory Spot. Not a member? No problem! You can join by visiting the AH25 Webstore to purchase online or by emailing us at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com.
- Where can I find information on District 25 Food Services? Click here
- Where can I view the school lunch menu? Click Here
- How do I pay for my child’s meals? Click Here
- How do I apply for free & reduced meals? Click Here
We ask that students have money loaded onto their Mealtime account to purchase food prior to lunch time. Parents can pay online at www.mymealtime.com or students can bring cash or check and drop it off in the Lunch Account Deposit Box located in the school foyer. Money will be collected daily by 10 am to be deposited on students' accounts. For more information about paying for school lunches, please visit our website. Thank you!
- Daily attendance at school is expected and essential to school success. Please work with us to ensure that your child is attending school each day. If support is needed, please reach out to us.
- ABSENCE REPORTING: The TMS attendance reporting options are open 24 hours a day 7 days per week. If your child is sick or unable to attend school, the parent/guardian MUST report this to the TMS office by filling out the Online Attendance Form by 8 AM, the latest, on the day of the absences.
Social media concerns, incidents that occur after school hours/on the weekends, or outside of school can be reported to the SRO or you can contact the Arlington Heights Police by calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number (847) 368-5300. You can also go directly to the Police Department located at 200 E Sigwalt Street in Arlington Heights. It is open 24 hours. The SROs can be contacted as well:
SRO: John O'Leary joleary@vah.com Cell Phone: (847) 344-2330
SRO: Chris Seebacher cseebacher@vah.com Cell Phone (847) 368-5393
Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (safe2helpil.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the information provided will be shared with local district and school officials and/or local 911 call center, depending on the nature of the information shared. Safe2Help Illinois is a long-term initiative to change the school culture in Illinois by helping students reach out when they have concerns. To learn further about Safe2Help Illinois, please see the videos below. More information can also be found on their website at safe2helpil.com. Video for Middle School Students
- Bus information will be sent the week before school starts.
- Click here for the Bus Safety Guidelines and Rule as well as details on lost items on the bus.
- Please direct bus transportation questions to the District 25 Transportation Specialist: Laura Comastro as she can answer your questions and resolve issues. lcomastro@sd25.org. Phone: 847-758-4888
- Bus Company Questions: Contact Cook Co. School Bus Company at 847-439-0923
