Good afternoon!

We are down to our final "normal" week of the semester. They will be a lot of finishing touches on this quarter completed next week. We will also have quite a bit of preparation for exams. Please take some time to check-in with your child to see what they may need.

Here is some quick info about exams:

• Year-long courses have an exams; semester courses do not.
• Exams are 10% of the overall grade for the semester.
• All high schools and Emerald run a modified schedule for the week (see below).

Teachers will have shared review plans and resources with students. If you have specific questions, please contact the teacher.

If you have any other questions, please let me know I will be happy to help.

Have a great weekend!

Mike

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.

In the event of a delay or closure due to inclement weather, families will be notified by voice call, email and text message using our broadcast communication system, School Messenger. Families can also check our district's social media channels and local news stations for timely updates.

For more details and some frequently asked question please visit our Winter Weather Procedures page on our website, linked below.

Jerome has 4 permanent buses to replace current buses:

BUS 2 is permanently BUS 87

Bus 6 is permanently BUS 92

BUS 139 is permanently BUS 88

BUS 140is permanently BUS 89

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

Starting after winter break, parents and guardians at Jerome High School, Eversole Run Middle School, and Abraham Depp Elementary will be able to report student absences using the new Absence Request tool in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

This quick and convenient feature is part of a pilot program aimed at streamlining absence reporting for families and schools. Stay tuned for more details in December!

Celtic News will be back next week!

December Menus

Last month, Common App announced that they partnered with the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) and Scholarship America to match students with scholarships through their Common App.

How do students match?
It’s simple! To get matched with scholarships:

1. Students should complete their Common App tab, paying special attention to the profile, education, and activities sections.
2. Students will be notified of scholarships they match with on their Financial Aid tab.
3. Students can then explore their scholarship matches in the Scholarships section of their Financial Aid tab. For select opportunities, like the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship, students can complete the application directly within Common App. For most opportunities, students will need to apply on the provider’s external site.

Our spring assessment will take place Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. For details see below.

The 25-26 FAFSA is now live! The F in FAFSA means it is FREE. Make sure you are logging onto the correct website, fafsa.gov. There is not a charge to complete the FAFSA. Completing the FAFSA form allows your student to apply for federal student aid, such as grants, work-study, and loans. In addition, most states and colleges use information from the FAFSA form to award non federal aid. Make sure to check out the priority deadlines for Ohio Colleges.

DCS released it Safety & Wellness Playbook recently in partnership with Dublin PD. I have linked it to the image for your review. It is a great resource and reminder.

Dublin Youth Athletics hosts an annual travel basketball tournament (Boys and Girls grades 4-6) each year in December. Dublin high school students have volunteered to work our concessions booth and work the admissions table over the years.

This year's tournament is December 13-15 at the five Dublin middle schools. This is a great opportunity for students to get some volunteer hours for their resume, support the Dublin community and to meet NHS requirements.

Sign up below if you are interested.

FCA is hosting a Toy Drive this Christmas from Dec 1st through the 13th to help ensure that all kids in central Ohio have gifts to open this Christmas. Bring new, unopened Christmas gifts to the commons and place them under the tree. Use your gifts to be a blessing to others this Christmas while loving your neighbors in need.

"The HOSA Medical Reserve Corps team is hosting a Winter Essentials Drive from December 9th to 20th to help prepare underserved communities for the snowy season. Donation boxes are located in the commons for new or gently used coats, boots, hats, and other winter essentials. Send a picture of your donation to @mrcthedifference on Instagram for a chance to win a free Crumbl Cookie! Can’t drop off your donation? Message their Instagram to arrange a pick-up. Thank you for your support!"

Our winter sports programs have started their seasons. We encourage everyone to come out and support our student athletes. Want to follow along with their seasons? Here are some resources:

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GO CELTS!

Please join us in celebrating our teachers with our Holly Jolly Holiday 5 Days of Baked Goods, December 16-20.

We are asking folks to donate baked goods and deliver them to the high school each day of the week, and if you aren't a baker, you can purchase something from our wishlist so that the teachers can have some coffee or tea with their goodies.

Please signup to deliver baked goods, or purchase keurig cups from our wishlist...or if you want to buy them locally, just let us know and drop them off at the main office.

• https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A8A92CA0F94-53709322-holly
• https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/23BLIEDD60903?ref_=wl_share

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, Dec.13th. Check out the Sign Up Genius or Amazon Wish List for easy contributions.

Please have all items brought to the mail office and labeled...SUNSHINE CART by Thursday, December 12th.

We appreciate your support!

AMAZON WISHLIST

Exciting News for Dublin Jerome Families!
Our PTO Online Fan Store is now live! Shop Spirit wear items anytime, 24/7.

• Customizable options: Add last names, logos, colors and even your student’s name to most items! Is your student part of a club? You can add their club name as well!!
• Quick shipping: Orders arrive in just 7-10 days.
• Year-round access: Gear up for every season and event!

Visit our store and show off your Dublin Jerome pride today!

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/

December 6, 2024

Scioto Theater Presents Inspecting Carol

Get your holiday cheer on with this hilarious, madcap comedy! This laugh out loud holiday spoof makes for a night at the theatre that is anything but show business as usual. Showtimes are December 6 and 7 at 7:30 and December 8 at 2:00 p.m. Purchase tickets here.

College Credit Plus (CCP) Virtual Night
Our Academics team will hold a College Credit Plus (CCP) Virtual Information Session on December 10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Here is the link to the virtual session. This link can also be found on our website.
College Credit Plus (CCP) is Ohio’s dual enrollment program. It provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to take college classes from Ohio colleges/universities for free. This opportunity allows Ohio's students to earn these college credits and high school credits at the same time. Information about important dates, Dublin's options, and CCP guidelines can be here.

Seal of Biliteracy Testing Opportunity

All junior and senior students received an email on Monday, December 2 with information on how to register for the Spring 2025 Seal of Biliteracy language test. This testing opportunity will be at Coffman High School on Saturday, March 8. Please see the email for additional information.

Getting Started in the College Selection Process - Presentation Follow-up

Thank you to those who were able to attend the presentation that occurred on Tuesday! If you missed the presentation, click here to access the slides and a recorded version that can be accessed on the DCS YouTube Channel. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kevin Patton at patton_kevin@dublinschools.net.

From the City of Dublin

Healthy Guide Online Now!

From fitness and adult programming to teen and youth activities, find all your favorite Dublin recreation programs in one place! Read the Winter/Spring Dublin Community Recreation Center Healthy Guide today. Program registration begins Dec. 10 for City of Dublin residents and Dec. 17 for Dublin City Schools district residents and non-residents. View it here.

2024 Fill-A-Cruiser Toy Drive

Dublin Police officers are collecting unwrapped toys and gift cards for the annual toy drive to help share some holiday cheer with first-responder families in need. Visit the Justice Center event Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find more Fill-A-Cruiser details.

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