Jayhawk Weekly Communication
May 12, 2024
Staff Appreciation Week
Thanks again for supporting our Julian teachers and staff! Last week, there were treats for the Julian staff to enjoy each day. Also, there were several rest and relaxation sessions lead by Ms. Bec, Ms. Porter and Ms. Blum! And a wonderful breakfast to cap off the week of celebration and appreciation, thanks to the amazing Julian PTO!!
S/o to Mr. Lee, Ms. Butler, Ms. Jackson, Ms. Bell, Ms. Craig and Ms. Eble for helping to faciliate the various events and activities. We had a blast! And look forward to closing out the school year Jayhawk strong!
Event Reminders:
Graduation Materials Distribution - Wednesday, May 22 @ 3:15pm
Chromebook and Charger Collection - Thursday, May 30
Graduation Rehearsal - Friday, May 31 @ 10:00am
Graduation Ceremony - Friday, May 31 @ 6:30pm
Livestream Link and 8th Grade End of the year Information Letter - click to review all details
End of Year Activities for 8th Grade:
ATTENTION 8th Grade Parents and Guardians,
After the graduation rehearsal on Friday, 5/31, if you are planning to have an early dismissal for your 8th grader, please indicate that on this permission form. If you give your child permission to walk home from OPRFHS, if you will be picking up your student from Julian, etc., we need to know so teachers can prepare in advance. Typically, several families are doing final ceremony prep activities (getting hair cuts, nail salon appointments, etc) with their students. So we want to be clear about which students will stay for the afternoon and those that will not. Fill out the google form by May 17th so we can notify teachers and the school office in a timely fashion. Thank you.
Library Notice
Attention all Parents and Guardians:
Please help us get the Julian library books back! There are over 1,000 library books checked out or missing....Yikes! They may be inside student lockers, tossed amongst items at home in bedrooms or basements...or buried in their closets. But Ms. Winchell will need all library books returned before students leave for summer break...which is soon!
As we wind down the school year, we'd appreciate your helping spread the word and having students return any library books they checked out. We will run paper notices for all grade levels soon.
Many thanks!
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Ms. Winchell
Julian Teacher Librarian
Schedule your child's physical today!
Health Physicals are required for registration and/or participation in 2024-25 sports activities. Children entering Kindergarten, 6th grade, 9th grade, joining a sports team (track, cross country, wrestling, basketball, volleyball or ultimate frisbee) or transferring schools need proof of a physical. So please set your appointment with your child's pediatrician today! Or check out the Children's Clinic's flyer to schedule an appointment.
From Mr. Seymour: The Julian Ultimate Club brought home another championship at the Neuqua Knockout tournament in Rockford on Saturday. The event was attended by 52 youth teams from all around the midwest! Julian fielded four teams who competed against clubs from all around Illinois and one who came all the way from Ohio.
Julian Alpha (pictured) were tournament champions, despite being tested by several very strong teams, such as Lake Bluff and Piglet Middle School (OH).
YEMBA
Our student of the month for April is Lauren, a 7th grader at Julian who has shown both consistency and dedication in her personal growth. Lauren maintains near perfect attendance to the program. She was engaged in all activities throughout the month, was a team player during recreation, and showed good decision making on a rough day at school. Great job, Lauren!
School Office hours
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:
- Wednesday, 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.
If you have not already done so, please register now!
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 is now open. Complete details can be found at https://www.op97.org/hr/returning-student-registration.
New Students and Kindergarteners
Registration for kindergarten and new students opened Feb. 22. Please click the links below to learn more about the registration process for kindergarteners and new students.
In order to register your student, you must be the custodial parent/guardian and currently reside in Oak Park. Students who are registering for kindergarten for the 2024-25 school year must be at least 5 years old and must be born on or before Sept. 1, 2019.
We appreciate your partnership in preparing for a successful 2024-25 school year!
Lost & Found cleared out regularly
Parents/Guardians:
Have your Jayhawk student check the Lost & Found area now for any lost or forgotten belonging(s). Please note: we remove the items every week. Things that are labeled can be returned and other items are donated (if in good condition) or discarded.
For the first week of summer break, student lockers will be cleared out immediately. Students will not be able to store items over the summer. So please remind your student to start bringing home their belongings now, if they do not need them for classes.
Community Block Party
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.
**Cuyler and Washington Blvd Intersection
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.
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.
SAFE AND HEALTHY SCHOOLS: Information about Student Illness
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
ATTENDANCE LINE INFORMATION
*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:
- Your Name
- Your Child’s First and Last Name
- Your Child’s Grade Level and Advisory Teacher
- Reason for the Absence
- Best phone number to reach you
