Jaguar Journal March 14, 2024

Location: 166 Euclid Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 894-9200

Website: DuJardin Elementary School

Twitter: @D13Jaguars

Tomorrow is an Early Release Day. Students in first - fifth grade will be dismissed at 1:40 pm.

Tomorrow is also a Student Council sponsored Lights Out Day. Students are encouraged to wear all black or neon. We will plan to teach with the lights off as much as possible to conserve energy! Students can bring a flashlight to help them see. Student Council will provide all students with glow sticks.

The most Up-To-Date grades will be posted in OTUS tomorrow. Parents are able to check student grades at any time through the OTUS platform. Besides grades, parents are also able to access MAP & IAR results (past & present). Need help accessing the OTUS platform? Click here

DuJardin will be celebrating Disability Awareness Week next week. Please refer to the flyer below for specific colors and days.

DuJardin is looking for a full time night custodian. If you know of anyone interested in this position, please have them reach out to the building principal (Patrick Haugens, phaugens@sd13.org) for more information. If you know of anyone looking for a part time night cleaning position, please also reach out to the building principal (Patrick Haugens, phaugens@sd13.org).

We only have one more week of school before Spring Break (Monday, March 25th - Sunday, March 31st). School will resume on Monday, April 1, 2024.

Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Caring

#LeadLikeAJaguar

Patrick Haugens

Principal

DuJardin Elementary School

Bloomingdale School District 13

phaugens@sd13.org

630-894-9200

March 7, 2024

Dear Families,

Child abuse curriculum lessons, otherwise known as the state mandated Erin’s Law, will once again be conducted in all K-5 classrooms to educate students on safe and unsafe touches, safe and unsafe secrets, and how to get away and tell a trusted adult. Lessons will teach children how to recognize child abuse, equip them with skills to reduce their vulnerability, and encourage them to report abuse. District 13 uses a curriculum entitled Kids In The Know that focuses on teaching the above mentioned skills. The classroom lessons will be conducted beginning the week of March 18th through May.

As a parent, I would encourage you to discuss these subjects with your child. You may preview the Kids In The Know curriculum, by age level, by going to Kids In The Know . If you would rather not have your child participate in this instruction, please put your request in writing and send it to the school office at the attention of Ms. Stevens. If you have any questions about this or any other related topic, please do not hesitate to call me at 630-671-5237.

Sincerely,

Julia Stevens, LSW

DuJardin Elementary School Social Worker

As the District moves to a new registration portal (Alma) for the 2024-2025 school year, ALL families (New and Returning) will be required to prove residency. Previous documents submitted are not able to be transferred to Alma.

In the meantime, please reference the proof of residency documentation below to start compiling the necessary documents.

Proof of Residency

Please click on the following link to follow instructions on how to create a My School Bucks account.

2024-2025 School Fees - Parent/Guardian instructions

Friday, March 15, 2024: Grades Updated in OTUS, Lights Out Day & Early Release Day

Week of March 18th: Illinois Science Assessment for 5th grade & 5Essentials Student Survey for 4th & 5th grade

Monday, March 25th - Sunday, March 31st: No School - Spring Break

Monday, April 1, 2024: School Resumes

Monday, April 8th - Friday, April 12th: IAR Assessment for 3rd - 5th grade students.

HOT LUNCH EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY

PTO News

5th grade Parents

Don't forget to order your yard sign for your 5th grader. Forms are due next Friday, 3/22 5th Grade Yard Sign

New Fundraiser - Mabel's Labels

The DuJardin PTO is excited to share with you a new fundraising opportunity with Mabel's Labels, makers of personalized waterproof labels for the entire family! Simply visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and type in "DuJardin Elementary PTO" to give 20% back on all orders. Orders ship directly to your home FOR FREE! Let's keep our Lost & Found empty and help our fundraising efforts!

Hot Lunch News

Make sure you have your hot lunch orders in for April after Spring Break! You must order by Saturday for the following week.

Order here: https://doctordogs.h1.hotlunchonline.net/

Want to help distribute hot lunch? It only takes an hour of time and your students love to see you there! We need parent participation to keep our hot lunch program running. Sign-up here: https://signup.com/go/DCRcnbc

Spiritwear Sale

In need of new spiritwear? All items are 25% off with an additional 5% off with code: LUCKY5. Sale ends 3/26. The shop is always open here.

DuJardin Teacher Favorites

Save the Dates & Reminders!

Wednesday, April 10th - PTO meeting 7 - 8 pm

Week of 4/29 - Teacher appreciation week

Book Fair - 4/30 - 5/2

Empathy & Kindness

Calls home from the Nurse:

• Phone calls home are warranted in the event of a head injury, minor or major

• All in school sickness including fever of 100.4 (oral) or greater, vomiting and/or diarrhea

Please prepare to keep your child home until:

• Fever-free for a full 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.

• Vomiting and diarrhea has ceased for a full 24 hours

Please refer to the General Health Guidelines which can be found on the district website

Send a note to school or email your students teacher and office if....

Your child/ren is walking home or being picked up instead of taking the bus

Your child/ren is being picked up by someone other than who is on the pick up list

Your child/ren is going to kids place instead of taking the bus or vice versa

Your child/ren is leaving school early

As always if your child/ren will be absent from school please call the office.

Office Staff Contact Information:

Attendance Email:(used to report absences)

DJAttendance@sd13.org

Office Email:(used for changes to bus/arrival/dismissal)

DJOffice@sd13.org

Nurse's Office Contact Information:

Jessica Rosero- jrosero@sd13.org

Want a fun way to say “Happy Birthday” to your child or a staff member?

How about having your birthday wishes on the DuJardin school digital sign!

How: Print out this form, form are due 2 weeks before the birthday.

Cost: a $5 minimum donation to the DuJardin PTO

Why: Your child or staff member will be surprised and excited to see her/his birthday announced for one week in lights during their birthday month!

The Bloomingdale School District has a Virtual Backpack that is filled with flyers and information from various organizations located throughout Bloomingdale. Please click on the backpack if you are interested in activities or information from outside organizations. Virtual Backpack

Important Links & Info:

Arrival/Dismissal Procedures

AR Program

Handbook talk presentation

First View Information (track the location of the bus)

D13 Calendar

DuJardin Parent/Student Calendar

Nurse's Office Information

Recess during Cold Weather

School Store

Supply Lists

Lunch Procedures

OTUS tutorial

The DuJardin Staff #Commitments:

• Warm & encouraging
• Disciplined & structured
• Believe ALL students can be successful
• Allow students to struggle (with support)
• Hold self responsible for student success
• Display Empathy & Courage

96.5% of students responded I have at least one friend.

98.5% of students responded I have a trusting adult.

93.25% of students responded I feel like I belong.