NBJH Weekly Update 5/17/24

Hi folks,

Admittedly I haven't watched all of the films in the Fast & Furious movie series. (What are there, like ten now?!) But we sure can relate to the title's description of the pace of action around here. As we look ahead to the summer enrichment program, welcoming a new class of 6th graders and setting calendar dates for the 24-25 school year, we find ourselves extremely busy with coordinating end-of-year events for our current students. This week was highlighted by a successful Art Show, a 7th grade field trip to the Holocaust Museum, and a return of the Talent Show after a 5-year hiatus. Anytime we can showcase our talented students is a win in my book!

One thing on the 'To Do' list for current 7th graders was to make their elective selections for next year. We encourage you to talk with your 7th grader to make sure they have completed this task this week. For any student who does not submit their preferences for next year's elective classes, classes will be selected randomly for them.

One more full week before we head into the Memorial Day weekend...and our last week of classes for our 8th graders! Enjoy the sunshine this weekend.

Scott

A major shout out to Mr. Hay for hosting an amazing Art Show this week. The student work on display is very impressive! Students and staff have enjoyed the opportunity to view the gallery in between classes and after school. A second shout out to our PTO volunteers who helped hang artwork and prepare for the show. We couldn't have done it without you!

Next week letters will be sent to families of 6th graders who have been recommended for the new Spanish 2 pathway that has been created. Missed the Zoom call last month or want to know more about this curriculum change? Check out the Spanish 2 Information located on the NBJH website.

Believe it or not, the planning process for 24-25 is underway. Here are a few things to note for our families returning to NBJH next year. Parent letters are due now, but families still have another week or two to order school supply kits.

• (Mandatory) Registration is now open. See the registration section further down in this newsletter.
• (Optional) You may send the feedback letter about your child as we begin the scheduling process. Please note the guidelines as well as the May 17 deadline. Parent Letter for Scheduling
• (Optional) Our school supply vendor, EPI, is now accepting orders for school supply kits.The School Supply Order Form includes the link and school code you will need to place the order. Kits can be picked up on schedule/school supply pickup day -- Thursday, August 15. The flyer has the pickup date as Monday, August 19; that is a secondary option for families who cannot pick up their kits on August 16. For families who choose to purchase school supplies on their own, please refer to the 2024-2025 school supply lists.

Our 8th grade families should have received comprehensive information about these last two weeks of school. This includes date for when district-issued materials must be returned and dates/times for graduation rehearsal and the actual ceremony. For quick reference, we have the info posted on the NBJH website under the tab labeled 8th Grade Parent Info.

We are looking to host a Cheer Camp for current 5th-7th graders who are interested in cheerleading for the 2024-2025 school year. Interested? You can start by completing this Cheer camp interest form. This Cheer Camp flyer provides additional details about this 1-week experience.

Northbrook families are invited to dedicate a new outdoor classroom created in honor of beloved kindergarten teacher Mary Porcaro at 4 p.m. May 21 at Greenbriar School.

Given "Mrs. P's" love of nature and children, the Greenbriar community is excited to dedicate a new outdoor classroom space built with contributions from the community in partnership with Green City Gardens.

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This Week...

5/20 B Day

5/21 A Day

• Poetry Live (during X-Block)

5/22 B Day

• All library books are returned to the LRC
• Graduation gowns distributed to 8th graders

5/23 A Day

5/24 B Day

• PTO provides treats to students during lunch periods

Looking Ahead...

5/27 NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY

5/28 A Day

• 8th Grade Graduation Picnic/Pool Party - 8:35 a.m. -3:35 p.m.
• 8th Grade Graduation Party - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
• School Board mtg 7:00 p.m.
• 7th grade Cantigny field trip (half of the grade)

5/29 B Day

• Graduation rehearsal (mandatory) 8:35-11:30/12:00
• 8th Grade Graduation at GBN - Performing Arts Center - 6:00 p.m.- 7:15 p.m.
• 7th grade Cantigny field trip (half of the grade)

5/30 A Day

5/31 B Day

6/03

6/04

• Last Day of school - Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.

District 28 invites local non-profit organizations and community government agencies to promote events for families and children. Each week, some events 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.

Calling all students interested in learning and exploring STEM. The GBN Career & Technical Education (CTE) Department offers a FREE one-day STEM minicamp where students will get the ultimate Autos and Welding introduction and learn about STEM opportunities in the GBN CTE Labs. Students will be taught how to rotate tires, dismount/mount tires, and MIG weld. They will be given time to practice each skill and then perform each in a fun and friendly competition. The day will end with parents coming to pick up their students before the completion of the day so that they may also take a tour and see their students working in the lab.

WHO: Rising 7th and 8th-grade students

WHEN: June 6th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m

(Parents are welcome to join at 2:30 pm)

WHERE: GBN CTE lab classrooms

Students must be present for the whole day.

Registration is limited to 20 students

Registration will open up at 8:30 am on May 22nd

Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook offers a group for 6th-8th-grade girls who may benefit from a space to discuss everyday challenges and connect with peers in order to build a sense of belonging and support. The licensed therapist will engage members in activities designed to facilitate connections as well as provide members with coping tools and self-care strategies to navigate their internal and external stressors in healthy ways.

The group meetings Tuesdays 5-6:60 p.m. at 3080 W. Lake Ave., Glenbiew, IL 60026

Contact intake@ysgn.org or call 847-724-2620 for more information.

Join the Northbrook Symphony Orchestra (NSO) for its season finale concert, Fiesta Mexicana, on June 9, 2024, at 4 p.m. at the Sheely Center for the Performing Arts at Glenbrook North High School. This vibrant event features the renowned Chicago-based Sones de México Ensemble and showcases a melding the worlds of classical music, and traditional Mexican music.

Kids' arts activities, a photo booth, and a taco truck serving Mexican cuisine will also be available. Doors will open at 3:00 p.m.,

Admission for students is free.
Visit northbrooksymphony.org or call the Box Office at 847-272-0655 for more information.

Wildcats Youth Day Camp Session 1 is June 24-27 and Session 2 is July 22-25.

Camps are open to boys and girls grades K-8 and are held at Northwestern University.

Learn more on their website.

Spartan FC is holding boys and girls tryouts in May. This is Northbrook's competitive Youth soccer club affiliated with the Northbrook Park District.

Learn more and register

Dr. Scott Meek Ed.D.

NBJH Principal