Jaguar Journal April 25, 2024

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

Website: DuJardin Elementary School

Twitter: @D13Jaguars

Teacher Appreciation Week begins on Monday. We want to thank our PTO for thinking about the DuJardin Staff. The week begins with an ALL SCHOOL BREAKFAST with students and staff. Be sure to check the PTO section for more details and info about Teacher Appreciation Week.

Monday is also the start of our A.B.C Countdown to the end of the school year. The DuJardin Student Council put together some creative ways to enjoy each day from now until the last day of school on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

IMPORTANT UPDATES TO THE SCHOOL CALENDAR

• Friday, May 17th is a NOON dismissal day for students in first - fifth grade. AM & PM kindergarten will have a normal schedule on this day.

• Tuesday, June 4th will be the last day for both AM and PM kindergarten.

• Wednesday, June 5th will be the last day for students in first - fifth grade. This day will also be a 1:40 pm dismissal day.

Student Placement: This form has been developed for parents to use as needed. The principal will consider the completed information prior to student placement in May. Student placement is a major responsibility for the school staff each year. Your input is appreciated and will be used along with a variety of other placement criteria. There is no requirement to complete this form. Complete this form only if you believe the information will assist with student placement. Please do not request a specific teacher by name as teaching assignments can change from year to year. Any form that contains a specific teacher by name will not be used in the placement process. The office staff will review forms and remove any forms with specific teacher requests.

Please complete this form by Friday, April 26th.

Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Caring

#LeadLikeAJaguar

Patrick Haugens

Principal

DuJardin Elementary School

Bloomingdale School District 13

phaugens@sd13.org

630-894-9200

Monday, April 29, 2024: Start of the A.B.C Calendar

Thursday, May 2, 2024: 4th & 5th Grade Chorus Performance 6:30 pm

Friday, May 10, 2024: Early Release Day

Thursday, May 16, 2024: Portfolio Night (open house) 5:30 pm - 7:00 pn

Friday, May 17, 2024: Noon Dismissal (PM kindergarten - normal schedule)

Thursday, May 23, 2024: Lunch with a Loved One (or two or three) 11:55 am - 12:45 pm

Friday, May 24, 2024: No School

Monday, May 27, 2024: No School

Friday, May 31, 2024: Field Day

Tuesday, June 4, 2024: Last Day for Kindergarten

Wednesday, June 5, 2024: Last Day of school 1:40 pm dismissal

HOT LUNCH EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY

Field day is Friday May 31st!!! We are looking forward to another day of fun. laughter, and hopefully water! We couldn't do it without all of our volunteers!!

If you are interested in volunteering for field day, please email Mrs. Klassman (aklassman@sd13.org) by Friday May 10th!! If you have any questions, please reach out to her as well!

PTO News

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is coming! We will be celebrating our AMAZING DuJardin staff the week of 4/29. Included below is a schedule of events that week. We will be sending out volunteer opportunities for more ways you can give back to our fantastic teachers and staff.

Click here for the Teacher Amazon Wish Lists, click on the teacher's name to link to their Amazon list.

Click here for a list of the Teacher's Favorites.

Teacher Appreciation Student Form

Spring Book Fair - 4/29 - 5/2

The book fair is coming! Our Spring Book Fair with Anderson's will be taking place from Tuesday, April 29 through Thursday, May 2.

A few reminders:

- Cash or check is accepted.

- Please make sure the checks are made out to the DuJardin PTO.

- Don't forget about tax!

- There is something for everyone, Anderson's has a great selection

- Grab a few books for your Summer reading!

Hot Lunch News

-The last day for hot lunch will be Thursday, May 9th!!

- Make sure you have your hot lunch orders in for April! 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

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!

PTO Elections

We will be holding elections at our last PTO meeting of the school year next month. Vice President and Treasurer 2 year positions will be filled.

Current Nominees:

Vice President - Nicole Mitropoulos

Treasurer - Alyssa Syputa

If you are interested in being added to the ballot, please send an email to djpto13@gmail.com

Save the Dates & Reminders!

Week of 4/29 - Teacher appreciation week

Book Fair - 4/30 - 5/2

Thursday, May 10th - Last day of hot lunch!

Wednesday, May 15th - PTO meeting 7 - 8 pm

Dear Parents and Students:

Summer 2024 Basketball Camps are quickly approaching.

Camp will be held the weeks of:

JUNE 10th-13th and JUNE 24th-27th (Monday-Thursday) @ Erickson Elementary School

The camps this year are going to be the same format as in years past, and continued to be ran by Mrs. Hilden (Westfield Middle School, PE Teacher) but the payment will be made to the Bloomingdale Park District. See this information page for details. Flyers will also be sent home with your child.

Please register online at www.bloomingdaleparks.org or in person at Bloomingdale Park District. Spots fill up quickly so please try to get registered as soon as possible. Registration begins APRIL 4th. Any questions please email Kelly Hilden at khilden@sd13.org.

Sincerely,

Kelly Hilden

Westfield PE Teacher & Coach

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

Registration Page

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

Problem Solving

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.