Good Afternoon and Happy Friday!

With the month of March on the horizon and the end of the quarter near, please take some time to review this weeks Family Update. There is quite a bit information for families.

Thanks for all your help and support. Enjoy the weekend!

Mike

We have a number of holidays upcoming that many students and families recognize over the next couple of months, including Ramadan and Easter. We are grateful and celebrate our diverse community. We recognize the value and sense of belonging that comes from engaging in religious practices. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our learning community can observe important religious traditions without facing negative consequences.

In accordance with Board Policy 5200, the district allows up to three Religious Expression Days per school year for students to observe holidays or participate in faith-based activities. Students who use approved Religious Expression Days will not face academic penalties and will receive accommodations for missed exams, assignments, or other academic requirements.

If your family is in need of assistance our guidance please click the link below.

On Friday March 7th during 2nd period, all DCS High School students in will have the opportunity to participate in a questionnaire asking their perceptions about school and student support.

Information for parents can be found here: Panorama Parent Letter Spring 2025

To opt your child out of the questionnaire, click here: Opt-Out Spring 2025

Thank you for submitting your students' absences through the attendance notification portal in IC. Once you have submitted the absence through the portal YOU DO NOT NEED to email the DJHS attendance. Duplicate notifications slow down the ability to process absences. Emails to DJHS attendance should only be used for sending follow up medical notes. We appreciate your help and understanding.

Thursday, March 6 will be our final P/T Conference Night for the school year from 3:00-6:30 pm. This is a great time to reach out to your child's teacher about progress or specific questions. Please reach out to the teacher to schedule a time.

The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!

A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre-goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney's The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.

Test Dates Set by the District:

• April 7, 2025 - English Language Arts II End of Course (4 hour test)
  
• April 8, 2025 - Algebra I End of Course (3 hour test) AND Geometry End of Course (3 hour test)
  
• April 14, 2025 - Biology End of Course (3 hour test)
  
• April 15, 2025 - American History End of Course (3 hour test) AND American Government End of Course (3 hour test)

Great article about Abbey Judson, DJHS 9th Grader who is on the Columbus Blades Sled Hockey Team!

PBIS Award Winners!

The DJHS Multicultural Club organized our 2025 Black History Month celebration last Thursday. Mr. Hampson created a short video highlighting the event. Click the picture to check it out!

Congratulations to the 19 outstanding Jerome High School students who earned bronze, silver, and gold medals on the prestigious National German Exam! Their dedication and excellence in language learning are truly commendable.

A special recognition goes to our 5 distinguished Gold Medalists: Joy Sangoro, Hunter Coakley, Alice Demeulenaere, Shirley Gui, and Audrey Schiller. These students have earned the opportunity to compete for a highly-coveted scholarship to study in Germany for three weeks this summer. Herzlichen Glückwunsch!

Grizzell Middle School is proud to present Mary Poppins Jr. at the Dublin Abbey Theater. Showtimes are: March 13 and March 14 @ 7 p.m.and March 15 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased directly at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/GrizzellMaryPoppinsJR

*To purchase tickets, please “check out as a guest” as you will experience fewer technical issues than creating an account. Hope to see you there!

Give the gift of lasting memories. Buy your child a 2024/ 2025 yearbook. The book is pre-ordered now and delivered either to you (if you opt for home delivery) or to Jerome High School in the fall of ‘25. The yearbook is a great way for your teen to remember this year’s events at Jerome High School. As a parent, you know the importance of remembering your teen years and all of the people and events that made that time special.

• The price of this year’s yearbook is $80.00.
• Buy online with a credit card, debit card or PayPal at yearbookforever .Remember, buying a yearbook today will provide a lifetime of memories.

Senior Parents: add your touch by purchasing a senior ad for your senior. Design an ad that speaks from you sharing your pride in their accomplishments. Click here

Thank you!

Mrs. McJunkin and DJHS Yearbook Classes

March Menus

Dublin Local Scholarships - Apply Now!

The Local Scholarship packet and forms are available in Schoolinks. Access this list and all forms required at: https://www.schoolinks.com/. You must log in with your school email.

Once logged in, select Finances then Scholarship Matching. Fill out the form (or bypass by clicking next) and you will see three 2024-2025 Dublin Local Scholarships entries (Scholarship Packet, Application Form and Financial Need Form).

Applications are open through February and submissions are due by midnight on March 1st. NO late applications will be accepted.

If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Vaccari in the Guidance office.

DCS Virtual classes are for credit advancement and students who are taking the courses for the first time. Unlike other summer school programs, DCS Virtual courses are taught by Dublin City School teachers who are fully certified in their respective subject areas.

Click the link below for more details.

Due the the garcious support of our Dublin Community we have a number of necessary and exciting projects taking place this summer. This will require some flexibility and changes to our normal practices. Below you will see the list of projects and timeline for activity. Due to the large volume of projects Dublin Jerome will NOT be available for any outside rentals the entirety of the summer.

Mr. Schwanke and I will be working with our athletes and coaches to communicate and update regarding access to summer activities. This communication will be frequent to keep everyone in the loop. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!

Planned Projects Projected Timeline

• Fire Alarm Replacement 5/27 - 8/1
• Track Replacement 5/1 - 9/1
• Tennis Courts 5/26 - 8/1
• Parking Lots Asphalt 5/26 - 8/1

Through Global Travel students gain new perspectives, develop a sense of independence, and build skills for the future. Enrollment is now open for DCS Summer 2026 trips to The Alps & Mediterranean Coast and England & Scotland. Don’t miss out...it is going to be an amazing adventure!

Join us for an immersive and interactive STEM camp tailored for children in grades 2-5. All proceeds from this camp will be donated to the Nationwide Children’s Hospitals Pediatric Cancer Research and the Dublin Education Foundation. REGISTER HERE

Please review the following details:

Date: Saturday, March 8th

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: Dublin Scioto High School, 4000 Hard Rd, Dublin, OH 43016

Eversole PTO needs high school student volunteers for 6th grade dance club. They are in need of students who are not afraid to dance, encourage middle schoolers to participate, hype kids up and keep them engaged. Two volunteer hours per session will be given to volunteers.

Volunteer Here

Another senior in the Global Scholars Diploma program. She is also working on a final take action project, with a small community drive for mothers in need of supplies. All collected items will go to helping those in the Gahanna area.

Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure? Imagine yourself exploring the majestic Alps, breathing in the fresh mountain air, and then basking in the sun on the stunning Mediterranean coast. Exploring 5 amazing countries - Switzerland, France, Italy, Monaco and Spain in one amazing trip OR imagine walking through historic streets in England and Scotland, hearing the echoes of centuries past, and experiencing the magic of Stonehenge.

In Summer 2026, you can! Join us for one of these incredible student trips. Whether you pick the Alps and the Mediterranean Coast or England and Scotland you will experience breathtaking landscapes, immerse yourself in rich history and culture and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Want to learn more? Come to the information meeting on February 25th at 6 PM in the Grizzell Middle School Library.

RSVP The Alps & Mediterranean Coast: https://bit.ly/4aSQurx

RSVP England & Scotland: https://bit.ly/4aKU8Ug

The OSU Consumer Financial Planner program is offering a summer academy sponsored by the Schwab Foundation and is meant to teach financial literacy skills and introduce students to a career as a financial planner. The upcoming camp will be held on campus June 23-27. Please see flyer for more details.

HumCog is a week-long summer program (July 14-18, 2025) designed for curious high school students to explore the fascinating intersection of brain sciences and the humanities. Through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, hands-on research, and collaborative activities with OSU students and distinguished faculty, participants will gain valuable insights into both academic fields. This program is a unique opportunity for bright high school students to explore their academic passions while discovering the incredible resources and opportunities available to college students.

The application, can be found on our website: https://cog.osu.edu/programs/humcog. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our program coordinator, Lauren Marshall, at ccbs@osu.edu.

Greetings from the University of Findlay College of Pharmacy--We are pleased to be able to offer two great opportunities!

V.I.P.2 (Very Important Potential Pharmacists) Day

Date: March 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Registration

18th Annual Pharmacy Summer Camp

Dates: June 8-11, 2025 or June 22-25, 2025

Registration

Winter Sports is winding down and Spring Sports is ramping up. We will have an update regarding winter sports successes next week!

Come out and Support our Celts!

Jerome Athletics

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GO CELTS!

It’s time to load up the SUNSHINE CART for March. YOU have all been so helpful in bringing in drinks/snacks for the teachers and staff! Next month - we will capture their pure joy when they see the cart coming!!

There is an option of Sign Up Genius for you or your student to drop the supplies in the main office - or an easy click option of Amazon to delivery for YOU!!

AGAIN - you are the most supportive parents and we
THANK YOU for your donations!!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3DRDAHJU39688?ref_=wl_share

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DAEAF2AA57-52000562-djhs

The annual commemorative brick fundraiser is upon us! This is your opportunity to purchase a beautiful, engraved brick paver to celebrate and memorialize students, alumni, school team, club, organization, or your favorite teacher in a meaningful and unique way! Each brick purchased will be placed on the patio located in front of Dublin Jerome High School. Open the link for details and ordering information.

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/

Spring Testing & High School Late Start Days

Spring means testing season for students in grades 3-12! Testing at elementary and middle schools will take place on various dates throughout April. Families can find their school’s specific testing schedule on our Testing & Assessments webpage.

For high school students, testing days include late starts on April 7, 8, 14, and 15. Parents of students taking high school courses should review the Spring 2025 Late Start Schedule to see how these changes impact the school day. Additionally, high school students and parents will receive an email regarding the tests and dates for their tests this spring.

Beyond the Classroom

This week, the Info Hub added two new events: a Dublin STEM Camp that benefits both Children’s Hospital and the Dublin Education Foundation and a youth running camp. New opportunities are added regularly. Check it out here.

Introducing the Culinary Chronicles from Aramark

In coming months you will see a link to Aramark’s monthly newsletter within Inside DCS. In the meanwhile, they would like your help in making your child’s dining experience even better! Take a quick survey and share your thoughts on our breakfast and lunch service. It only takes a minute, and your input matters! Click here to start the survey.

From the City of Dublin

Last Chance to Ice Skate This Season

Come skate at the Riverside Crossing Park Ice Rink before it closes in March! Check out its operating hours.

Healthy Guide Out Now!

Get the latest on programs and events happening at the Dublin Community Recreation Center. Plan your spring and summer by flipping through the guide.

• Registration Activities and Specialty Camps:

• City of Dublin Residents (CR) – March 11

• Dublin City School District (SDR) residents & Non-Residents – March 18

• Summer Camp Registration:

• Wyandot Camp (CR & SDR) – March 4

• Camp Kaltenbach & Extended Week Camp (CR only) – March 4

• Wyandot Next, Teen Adventure Camp and Counselor in Training (CR & SDR) – March 6

• My First Camp & Playground Adventure Camp (CR only) – March 6

Calling all Parents! Citizen U Apps Open

Apply to join the 2025 McDaniel Citizen U academy. Participation is open to Dubliners interested in how their local government runs on a daily basis. Activate your civic duty!

Celebrate Black History

Crystal Maiuri, president of the Dublin Parents of Black Students Association, shares the origins of Black History Month and what makes this time of reflection important to her. Watch history come alive in Dublin.

E-File Taxes

All 2024 tax returns can now be filed electronically, including refunds for both City of Dublin residents and non-residents. E-filing is faster, more secure and more accurate. See how it works before April 15.

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