Dear TMS Community,
Halloween is just around the corner and will mark the end of the first quarter at TMS. Please take a moment to read the Essential TMS Halloween Information included in this Newsletter. These details provide instructions to help ensure we have safe and fun Halloween festivities.
This newsletter shares key information on Parent/Teacher/Student Conference sign-ups, which will OPEN on Tuesday, 10/15/24, at 8 AM. Please click HERE for specific details. Conferences will be held on Monday, 11/4/24 between 8:20 AM to 7:35 PM at TMS. Conference slots are limited, but parents are always welcome to reach out to staff at any point in the school year to schedule a conference. Your partnership and communication are an essential part of our ability to support your child.
Tomorrow, Monday, 10/14/24, is the TMS Picture Retake/Make-Up Day. Retakes will take place during homeroom. Tomorrow is also the first day of Hexter 2 for 6th grade Creative Arts.
NEW Information in this Newsletter:
Congratulations to the Cross Country Team & best wishes at STATE!
8th Grade Graduation Date - Tuesday, June 3, 2025
TMS Parking Lot Reminders
- PTA Activity Night - Friday, 10/25/24 from 3-5 PM *VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Click HERE
- Veteran's Day Celebration - Monday, 11/11/24 *Click HERE to nvite a special service member
- TMS Jr. Spirit Squads Workshop Information
Repeat Newsletter Announcements:
6th Grade State Mandated Physical Compliance Date - Tuesday, 10/15/24
- Glenbard Parent Series - Speaker on Teen Anxiety & School Anxiety
- Health Office Information
- After-School Academic Support
- PTA Information
- School Resource Office Information
- Safe2Help Illinois
- Bus Information
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in TMS!
The TMS Administrative Team
Lori Naumowicz, Principal
Greg Keadle, Associate Principal
Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal & Epsilon Teacher
Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & TMS Student Services Coordinator
URGENT - 6th Grade Families - PLEASE READ... 6TH GRADE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Physical Examination COMPLIANCE DUE DATE: 10/15/24
- Exam must have taken place on or after AUGUST 29, 2023. The form is due NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 15, 2024 to avoid school exclusion.
- If you need to verify your student's status or have any questions, please call us as soon as possible. REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS - PROOF of Tdap & Meningococcal Conjugate vaccination.
- Certificate of Child Health Examination-English
- Certificado de Examen de Salud Infantil-Español
Please contact the TMS Health Office if you have any questions:
Laura Toussaint - ltoussaint@sd25.org
Stephanie Musolf - smusolf@sd25.org
Veterans Day honors all of those who have served our country in war or peace — dead or alive — and to thank living veterans for their sacrifice. At Thomas Middle School we take great pride in hosting our annual Veteran's Day Celebration and we hope that you'll join us!
Please complete THIS FORM by Monday, November 4th, 2024 for each "guest of honor" at our Veterans Day celebration - breakfast and assembly.
The TMS Poms and Cheerleading Squads host a workshop that is open to any District 25 child who wishes to gain Poms and Cheer experience. Each participant partners with a current TMS Poms or Cheer student athlete, learn technique and a routine, then perform the combination during halftime at a TMS Basketball game.
WORKSHOP: Saturday, 12/7/24 at 9:00 am-11:00am @ TMS
PERFORMANCE: Wednesday, 12/11/24 during halftime of the 4:30 pm Basketball Game @ TMS
DETAILS: Click HERE to learn more!
- District 25 is a partner in the Link Together Coalition which gives our community access to the Glenbard Parent Series.
- Please check out the various Glenbard Parent Series presentations that work to engage top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities.
- Programs are free and open to the public - registration is NOT required.
TMS After School Support by Team is available to ALL students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays!
- Please encourage your child to attend Office Hours/11th Hour/Homework Club and to reach out to teachers if they need help or just want a place to work on their academics after school. This support is FREE and can be extremely helpful.
- Click HERE for more details on options for your child to get help from staff at TMS.
- The activity bus departs TMS at about 3:35 PM.
The TMS PTA has a lot to offer this year! We are excited for all the activities we have planned!
- MEMBERSHIP: Join the TMS PTA and help support the TMS community! Check out the TMS PTA Website Each membership includes 1 TMS yearbook.
- MEETINGS: If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA or simply checking out a meeting @ 7:00pm in the TMS Library. Everyone is welcome!
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- 2024-2025 Executive Board Members
- President: Kristen Dugan
- President-Elect: James Moncada
- Vice President: Sara Hess
- Treasurer: Diane Beardmore
- Secretary: Jocelyn Katz
Social media concerns, incidents that occur after school hours/on the weekends, or outside of school can be reported to the SRO or you can contact the Arlington Heights Police by calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number (847) 368-5300. You can also go directly to the Police Department located at 200 E Sigwalt Street in Arlington Heights. It is open 24 hours. The SROs can be contacted as well:
SRO: John O'Leary joleary@vah.com Cell Phone: (847) 344-2330
SRO: Chris Seebacher cseebacher@vah.com Cell Phone (847) 368-5393
Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (safe2helpil.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the information provided will be shared with local district and school officials and/or local 911 call center, depending on the nature of the information shared. Safe2Help Illinois is a long-term initiative to change the school culture in Illinois by helping students reach out when they have concerns. To learn further about Safe2Help Illinois, please see the videos below. More information can also be found on their website at safe2helpil.com. Video for Middle School Students
Bus Evacuation Drill - Thursday, 10/24/24 during PE/Health Classes
- Click here for the Bus Safety Guidelines and Rule as well as details on lost items on the bus.
- Please direct bus transportation questions to the District 25 Transportation Specialist: Laura Comastro as she can answer your questions and resolve issues. lcomastro@sd25.org. Phone: 847-758-4888
- Bus Company Questions: Contact Cook Co. School Bus Company at 847-439-0923
