Good afternoon!

Next week, we have the privilege of celebrating 20 years of Dublin Jerome. The academic, athletic, and extracurricular achievements we’ve reached in such a short time are truly remarkable. Jerome has built a strong and respected reputation locally, across the state, and even nationally. This has happened because of the collaboration and support that we have created in our school community.

We appreciate all the support you have provide to help create a school experience that is unique and special. We are excited to celebrate with our students and staff next week.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Go Celts! Go Bucks!

Mike

Order your 20th Anniversary clothing by Oct. 14!

If you use Mitchell-Dewitt daily, please see the details shared by the Union County Engineers Office. Please plan accordingly.

A left turn lane will be added so eastbound traffic can turn left from Mitchell Dewitt onto McKitrick Rd. This will require the widening of the road.

• Eastbound traffic (Industrial Parkway headed into Jerome) will be detoured while they widen the road. The project will last 4-6 weeks.

• Westbound traffic (leaving Jerome, headed to Industrial) will not be impacted.

In a future when books are banned and burned by firemen to control critical thought of the population, one fireman, Guy Montag, becomes increasingly unsure about what he is doing. It is not until he meets Clarisse, a young lady who is filled with strange ideas, that he is led into a dangerous and highly combustible situation. Now he must choose between continuing his vegetable-like existence or risking everything for the right to think.

Performances are Oct. 3rd & 5th @ 7pm and Sun. Oct 6th @ 1pm in the CPA. PURCHASE TICKETS

It's that time of the month to spoil our fabulous educators and staff. The Sunshine Cart will be rolling down the hallways on Friday, Oct. 11th. Check out the Sign Up Genius or Amazon Wish List - you just maybe in the grocery this weekend and find an easy to grab item from our list.

Please have all items brought to the mail office and labeled...SUNSHINE CART by Thursday, October 10th.

We appreciate your support!!

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Amazon Wishlist

Dublin City Schools invites you to a public input session on Monday, October 21, from 7-8:30 PM at Jerome High School. While our school is not directly impacted by the upcoming boundary changes, the event is open to all. Cropper GIS will present in the Center for Performing Arts (CPA), followed by a review of proposed boundaries in the Commons. We value your feedback as we work to balance student populations and plan for future growth!

On Tuesday, October 22, the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered to all 11th grade students and registered 9th and 10th grade students. To accommodate testing, all DCS high schools and Emerald Campus will operate on a three-hour delay.

• For students who use district transportation services, buses will run both at their normal pick-up times and on the three-hour delay schedule. This provides flexibility for students to either arrive at their regular time or follow the delayed schedule. Students who arrive at the normal time will have a quiet space to study or work while testing takes place. Breakfast will still be available.

• Once testing concludes, the school day will resume as usual at 10:55 a.m. for the high schools and 10:50 a.m. for Emerald Campus, starting with 4th period. The remainder of the day will follow the regular bell schedule.

Why Teens Take Risks and How We Can Help Keep Them Safe

Last year our community faced several tragic events involving teens. It’s crucial for parents and community members to understand why teens take impulsive risks and how to intervene. On October 14, Dr. Jess Shatkin, a leading expert in child and adolescent mental health, will offer insights to help DCS parents and staff support and protect our children. Local officials and organizations will also be on hand to share information about available resources and services. Space is limited, so reserve your seat here.

Registration will open from September 3rd to October 15th. Payment for the exam(s) will be

completed online through the district’s PaySchools system: https://www.payschoolscentral.com.

Please double check you are selecting the correct exams.

Please click on the button below for detailed instructions and information.

At the end of the 1st semester students will participate in Semester Exams. This year exams will be on Dec. 17-20. We will be on an adjusted schedule to administer the exams. As you are preparing for winter break activities here are some guidelines that we will follow for exams:

• If your child is going to miss exam week for any reason, please contact our attendance office to do a pre-arranged absence.
• Neither students nor staff can reschedule an exam without administrator approval.
• Students leaving early for winter break will take exams WHEN THEY RETURN. We will run a make up exam schedule on Jan. 7-10 for students to complete any missed exams.
• Rescheduling exams for convenience is not permitted.

If you have specific questions, please contact us and we will be happy to help.

Jerome has again made the AP School Honor Roll for 2023-2024 School Year! We had 64% of seniors who took at least one AP Exam during high school, 54% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP Exam, and 21% of seniors who took five or more AP Exams!

Below are the metrics used to determine honor roll status. We are proud of our staff and students for their hard work and commitment to success!

We had 3 amazing students: Zion Birden 10th grade (Coffman), Mehak Naqvi, 12th grade (Jerome), and Morgan Mayrer 12th grade (Scioto) be interviewed on Good Day Columbus on Ch. 6. The interview will air on 10/7 at 10:00 am.

We are excited to announce our partnership with SponsorPlace. SponsorPlace is a platform that allows us to offer unique opportunities to our partners in the business community. We are excited to offer assets that our business community, small or large can support our school.

If you own a business or know someone who does, please share this opportunity with them. We are excited to cultivate relationships and build our brands together!

October Menus

Dublin City Schools will be providing students who are at least 7 years old with the opportunity to receive flu shots at their school via Drug Mart. Jerome's Flu Clinic for students will be on 10/17/24, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM.

If you would like your child to receive a flu vaccine on 10/17/24 at Jerome High School, please complete the consent form found here. You must complete Section 1, Section 2, and Section 3 (questions 2-11) on page 1 of the consent form, as well as the insurance information (if insured) on page 2 of the form. We ask that you return this completed consent form to your school clinic by October 11, 2024.

The Columbus Suburban College Fair is coming soon! This event is happening on Sunday, October 13th, from 1-3:30 at Otterbein University. This provides students and families with the opportunity to explore a variety of colleges and speak directly with admissions representatives from all over the country. Each college has a separate table where information is displayed and a representative is available to answer your questions.

Over 140 colleges will be arranged alphabetically in the Clements Recreation Center on Otterbein's campus. Please have your child pre-register using this link and check out the attached flyer for more information about the event.

Student can log into SchooLinks to see what colleges are coming in to visit. Visits are listed on the Home page under school events. Student can look every week and sign up for any college they would like any information on. Please only sign up for visit lots that have colleges listed.

Wednesday 10/9- Columbus State Community, Baldwin Wallace University

Thursday 10/10- University of Louisville, Northeastern University, Allegheny College, Oberlin College, Binghamton University

Friday 10/11- Lehigh University, Virginia Tech, Grand Canyon University

Parents: We are looking for volunteers to come in and assist colleges during their visits. You can sign up to volunteer at https://forms.gle/JFaApRmdrw6NY9mD7.

Dublin City Schools is hosting three in-person events this fall to help students and families explore career pathways, DCS programs, and postsecondary opportunities. Each event will focus on specific career pathways and feature representatives from the 4 E's: Education, Employment, Enlistment, and Entrepreneurship. Attendees can connect with college faculty, local professionals, military representatives, and DCS staff to gain valuable insights for future planning.

Target Audience: Students and families in grades 6-12

Location: Emerald Campus

Time: 5:30-7:00 pm

Dates:

• Tues, Oct 22 - Featuring Business & Law, Education, Hospitality, and Human Services

• Tues, Nov 19 - Featuring Engineering/Technology, Transportation, and Arts & Communication
  
  

*Live virtual panels will also be held and recorded leading up to each DCS Pathway Fair to help educate students on different pathways - click here for more details about virtual panels

Questions? Please reach out to DCS Pathways Counselor, Kevin Patton - patton_kevin@dublinschools.net

On October 15, 6th period all sophomores will take part in a presentation from Tolles about their program opportunities. This will last approximately 30 minutes.

Financial Aid/FAFSA Presentation - DCS Parent Meeting (students welcome)

Representatives from OSU's Financial Aid Office will guide parents and students through a presentation designed to help families with the college financial aid process. Come learn about the recent changes to the FAFSA and gain knowledge that will help with how to navigate this process.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 15th 7:00-8:30 (45 min presentation followed by time for questions with OSU financial aid reps)

Where: Dublin Scioto High School - Performing Arts Center

Target Audience: Primarily Parents of Seniors and Juniors, but all DCS parents and students are welcome!

Details and Information:

• For learning student drivers: We recommend using the Brand Road entrance for drop-off. This area offers a larger lot, providing more space for vehicle transitions.
• If you're arriving close to the start of school (7:50 or later): Please drop off on the Brand Road side. Hyland Croy entrance doors are locked at 7:55 a.m.

South Entrance: Maintain two lanes of traffic and proceed to the designated drop-off zone, following posted signs.

• Cars in Lane 1 should leave the lot via Aisle 3 (dark blue arrow)
• Cars in Lane 2 should follow the outer loop to exit. (light blue arrow)
• Aisle 2 will be blocked to all cars

North Entrance (green arrow) cars will merge into Lane 1 and follow the outlined pattern for drop-off. (dark blue arrow)

Students will still walk through the lot to enter the building and may pass in front of your vehicle. We ask that all drivers remain attentive and patient when exiting the area. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and efficient process for everyone.

Dublin Youth Athletics (DYA) is recruiting youth basketball officials for the upcoming season.The DYA Youth Basketball Officials program is open to 8th-12th graders.

Youth officials work games in the Boys 3rd-5th Grade & Girls 3rd-5th Grade Divisions of the DYA Recreation Basketball League. Regular season games begin in December and the tournament concludes in early March. Games are played on Saturday mornings and afternoons at elementary and middle school gymnasiums in the Dublin City School District.

Youth Officials earn $15-20 per game (games are typically 45-50 minutes) and can expect to work 20 to 40 games per season. Registration to become a DYA Youth Official is OPEN through November 3.

Preseason training clinics take place on Sundays in November. All training is facilitated by licensed Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) officials. Additional information regarding training clinics will be e-mailed to all registered applicants.

For more information, visit https://www.dya.com/Default.aspx?tabid=707115

If you have any questions, please email office@dya.com

German Club and National Honor Society are excited to host a school-wide "Socktoberfest" for the week of Oct 7-11 to collect pairs of new socks for those experiencing homelessness in Central Ohio. German Club and NHS members will be around next week to drop off collection bags to your classroom and will collect them Friday, Oct 11 to determine the winning homeroom, who will be treated to an Oktoberfest-themed party, complete with a variety of yummy treats.

NHS has generously offered to match all sock donations up to about 200 pairs, so each donated pair counts double! Ausgezeichnet!

Freshman and Sophomore cabinets are selling pizza rolls now through October 14th! Pizza rolls are sold in packs of 6 for $13. Each roll is handmade with fresh ingredients and are perfect for quick dinners, tailgates, parties or snacks. Options are pepperoni and cheese, spicy pepperoni and cheese and garlic and cheese.

Orders will be ready to be picked up on October 23rd! Please CLICK HERE to order. If you choose to pay with a check, it should be made out to DJHS and if you choose to pay with cash, please put it in an envelope marked pizza rolls. Money can be dropped off to the attendance office or Mrs. Dulin-Smith's room A208.

Funds from the sales support Ronald McDonald House and Dublin Food Pantry events and both classes proms. If you have any questions please reach out to Ashley Dulin-Smith at dulinsmith_ashley@dublinschools.net.

Please join us on social media for the latest up to date information from the PTO

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1819262148247948

Twitter. https://twitter.com/JeromePto

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djhspto/

October 3, 2024

Dublin Taiko 20th Anniversary Concert

Join us for a special evening of Taiko performances as we celebrate 20 years of Dublin Taiko.

Featuring, Master Taiko Performer, Eitetsu Hayashi & Eitetsu Fu-un no Kai

Saturday, Oct. 12, 7:00 p.m. at the Dublin Jerome High School Performing Arts Center

To purchase tickets, go to https://www.dublintaiko.com/.

Driver’s Education Classes that are offered to DCS students through the After School Activities program begin October 14. Training is provided by Driving Schools of Ohio and offers classes this fall at each of our high schools. Learn more.

DCS Global Travel Program – Travel Information Night - Tuesday, October 29

We are excited to announce that Dublin students are being offered several international educational travel opportunities in 2026 with District teachers. Invest in your child's future and help them step beyond the classroom. We are hosting an informational session via Zoom for parents and students to learn more about travel plans, itineraries, what’s included, and how to enroll. The meeting will be held Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30 p.m. You must RSVP here to receive the Zoom meeting link! Can’t make the meeting but want more information? RSVP and mark “Request information.”

From the City of Dublin

Volunteer This Spooky Season

Dublin’s Halloween Spooktacular needs volunteers to help make this event a real scream. From the Trunk-or-Treat Trail to the straw maze, we are looking for dedicated community members to lend a hand Oct. 17 and 18. Sign up to be part of the fun

Can You Be-leaf It's Time?!

Leaf collections begin Monday, Oct. 7, in Zone 1. Please remember to Rake Them Right and follow these tips:

• Rake leaves to the curb and no further

• Keep leaf piles away from cars and mailboxes

• Have your piles ready by 7 a.m. Monday of your collection week

If you would like to have better access. to the Jerome Community community calendar please "subscribe" using the link below to add to your phones and in their calendar app.

Administrative Team

Principal: Mr. Mike Aurin

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Donita Hampton(Last Names A-E)

Assistant Principal: Mr. Mike Wayt (Last Names F-Lin)

Dean of Building Leadership Mrs. Julie Schoeler (Last Name Lip-R)

Assistant Principal: Dr. Bryan Arnold (Last Names S-Z)

Athletic Director: Mr. Jay Schwanke

Email: Jerome_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://jerome.dublinschools.net/
Location: 8300 Hyland-Croy Road, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614-873-7377
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dublinjeromehs/
Instagram: @dublinjeromehs