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We are excited to have the class of 2028 begin in just a few short weeks.

It is getting close; the day you walk through the door as VIKINGS!

We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities we have for you and your family to come into the building listed below.

We look forward to seeing all of you soon!

~Ms. Marks

We would like to invite your child(ren) to attend our middle school Jump Start Program this summer.This 2-day program will run from Monday, August 12th through Thursday, August 15th. We will meet at Bernotas Middle School from 8:45am–11:00am for your 2 days of Jump Start.

• For students whose last name starts with A-L, your Jump Start days are on Monday and Tuesday (8/12 and 8/13).
• Students with last names starting with M-Z, your Jump Start day will be Wednesday and Thursday (8/14 and 8/15).

While in Jump Start, the Vikings will meet some of their new staff members, tour the building, learn about our extracurricular opportunities, practice locker combinations, and other great activities. If you are interested in having your student participate, please sign up using this link JUMP START. If you would like to sign up by computer/Chromebook please refer to the Jumpstart email you will receive for the link.

Parents must provide transportation to and from the Jump Start program. Drop students off at the front of the building. They will enter at DOOR 20 (Athletic Entrance) – pick up students from the front at 11:00 am.

Please contact Mrs. Smith at csmith@d47.org if you have questions. Thank you for supporting us in offering this wonderful opportunity for your child. Have a great summer!

Who:

• Parents and Students

When:

• Tuesday, Aug 13th: 6pm-8:00pm. Families with last name A - L.
• Thursday, Aug 15th: 6pm-8:00pm. Families with last name M-Z.

At the orientation we'll introduce staff and give a brief explanation of the building and procedures for students and families. Following the presentation, students will have the opportunity to walk their schedule and meet some of their teachers. Families with last name A - L should attend on Tuesday, August 13th and families with last name M - Z should attend on Thursday, August 15th; this is in place to avoid overcrowding and parking issues.

All students will receive a copy of their schedule and their locker number/combination during Orientation.

Who:

• Parents and Students

What:

• Bring school supplies and items to set up lockers. Please note - No tape may be used on lockers

When:

• Friday, Aug 16th: 8am - 3:00pm all grade levels
• Monday, Aug 19th: 3pm - 6pm all grade levels

If you are not able to attend Orientation or Locker Set-Up, do not worry! Staff members will be on hand as students arrive on the first day, Wed Aug 21st, to help direct them to their Period 1 classroom.

If you are unable to bring in your school supplies during Locker Setup, feel free to have your student bring items on the first day. We suggest that students bring only what they can comfortably carry in their backpacks and then bring the rest over the course of the week. For the first day, folders, notebooks, and pens/pencils should be all that is needed.

2024 - 2025 School Supplies List is on the District 47 website.

Middle School Schedules and Bus Information will be available via ParentVue August 14, 2024 at 2:00pm. Should parents have questions on schedules/class assignments, they can contact RBMS school office at 815-788-5600.

• 08/12 & 08/13: A-L Jump Start for 6th Graders 8:45am-11am
  
• 08/13: A-L New Family Orientation 6pm - 8pm
  
• 08/14 & 08/15: M-Z Jump Start for 6th Graders 8:45am-11am
  
• 08/15: M-Z New Family Orientation 6pm - 8pm
  
• 08/16: Locker Set Up 8am - 3pm
• 08/16: Kona Ice @ Bernotas 12:30pm-3pm
• 08/19: Locker Set Up 3pm-6pm
• 08/20: The Freeze Fundraiser 2pm-7pm
• 08/21: First day of school (grades 1-8) Early Release 1pm
• 08/21: Chipotle 4pm-8pm
• 08/29: Picture Day
• 08/29: Parent Night 6:00pm-7:30pm

Bernotas Sports Calendar
District 47 2023-2024 School Calendar

• State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination dated on or after August 21, 2023.
• May be submitted to the Bernotas Middle School office on or after August 2, 2024 or email anytime to rbmmedrecords@d47.org. MUST be completed and received PRIOR to the first day of school.
• Certificate of Religious Exemption Form available upon request.
• Proof of School Dental Examination Form dated on or after May 15, 2025.

Medical Concerns?

• Asthma
  
• Asthma Action Plan | Illinois Department of Public Health- to be completed by physician
  
• Medication Authorization Form - to be completed by physician
  
• Allergy
  
• Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan- to be completed by physician
• Prescription medications to be given during the school day- Medication Authorization Form- to be completed by physician
  

Community Resources available upon request

• Dana Slimko BSN, RN contact information

• Email: drslimko@d47.org

• Phone: 815-788-5623 and Fax: 815-479-5116

Click this link for the Google Form that will be shared at Orientation and Parent Night. This form will remain open throughout the year for our parents as a means to receive feedback. Please contact the office with any questions at 815-788-5600.

All 2024-2025 meetings start at 6PM - 7PM in the RBMS LMC (Library)

• September 11th: (Budget Approval)
• October 9th: (Conference Dinner Planning)
• March 12th: (8th Grade Dance Kick-off)
• April 9th: TBD

• 8/16 - Kona Ice @Bernotas 12:30pm-3pm
  
• 8/20 - The Freeze Fundraiser 2pm-7pm
• 8/21 - Chipotle 4pm-8pm

Please help raise money without asking students to sell door-to-door, deliver goods, or take time away from school. Your support helps us achieve our goals to provide for RBMS this school year. What does the Bernotas PTO fund with your donation? We provide approximately $10,000 back to the school each year for student and staff needs, including:

Student & Classroom Materials • Field Trips • 8th Grade Awards • Sports Teams (season-end parties & uniforms) • Viking Pride Award • PBIS Program Incentives • Teacher Appreciation • 23/24 Purchases: Library Furniture, Spirit Wiggle Men, Lobby Window Safety Decals, Eclipse Viewing Glasses, 8th Grade Yearbooks, Veterans Day T-Shirts, and More

Anyone who donates can enter for their student to win a Gatorade Bottle stuffed with CASH raffle prize! Donations are Due & the raffle drawn at September 11th PTO Meeting. You can share the link with friends & family (grandparents, aunts/uncles) for donations as well.

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