WJHS Highlights
10/18/2024
Preparations for Colder Weather
As the weather gets cooler we notice that more families drop off their children to school than they do in the fall and spring. With student safety in mind, please:
- Follow the signs: if a sign says "No Left Turn" please adhere to the instructions.
- Have your child use the crosswalk(s) where an adult crossing guard or police officer helps students cross the street.
- If you pull into the circle drive, please drop off/pick up your child on the right side of the drive so that your child does not have to cross the circle drive through traffic.
Every year we reflect on our transition practices and would appreciate your feedback on how well WJHS supported student transition from sixth to seventh grade. We kindly ask you to complete this survey to share your child's experience this year. Your feedback helps our staff prepare for the transition next spring and summer. Thank you!
New Trier placement testing is scheduled for Saturday, November 9th and Saturday, November 16th. Families will choose one of these two testing dates. Testing information has been sent to families this week. If you did not receive an email from New Trier, please reach out to them directly at adminservices@nths.net. In your email, please be sure to include your student's name and WJHS as the sending school. For additional information, please see New Trier's incoming freshman website, linked here.
New this year, families are able to choose their testing date, but you must complete the placement testing sign-up form, sent via email. Families must use their New Trier student ID to complete the sign-up, which has been included in the email. Be sure to reach out to New Trier directly if you did not receive an email or be sure to check that pesky spam folder!
🍔CAFETERIA VOLUNTEERS WANTED 🍕
Parents! The following dates need volunteers to help serve lunch (especially MONDAYS!):
Mondays: 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18
Tuesdays: 11/12
Wednesdays: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Thursdays: 11/7, 11/14
Fridays: 11/8
Sign up HERE! And thank you so much!
📘2024-2025 WJHS YEARBOOKS NOW ON SALE 📙
Yearbooks can be pre-ordered through the WJHS PTO website this year HERE. Order today and be worry-free next spring when you wonder if you’ve already bought one for your student!
🌳VOLUNTEER IN THE COURTYARD 🌳
No one has volunteered to be in the courtyard during lunch so far this year, so the courtyard has not been open! Usually the courtyard will ‘close’ by Thanksgiving because the weather will be too cold. Because the courtyard is in the middle of classrooms that are in session, it needs an adult to supervise kids to keep it relaxing, peaceful and quiet. Sign up HERE to volunteer either Wednesdays (7th graders) or Fridays (8th graders). Questions? Contact volunteers@wjhspto.com
📣SHOUT-OUTS 📣
Thank you to all the parents who donated to the October Snacks-for-Staff! The Hospitality Committee’s signup genius was filled with all kinds of treats that provided a little treat for the staff lounge. Your support is greatly appreciated!
The WJHS PTO has been asked to pass along some relevant community information:
✈️8TH GRADE *PARENT-LED* WASHINGTON DC TRIP✈️
There will be an INFORMATIONAL ZOOM about what this trip is all about, when it is (Feb 14-17, 2025), who can go and what the costs are. If you have a current 8th grade student, please join us THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20TH at 8PM. This trip is not sponsored by the PTO or WJHS.
Meeting ID: 6291801482
Tour company information can be found HERE. Contact Stephanie Crocker at crocker.l.stephanie@gmail.com. Trip Code: wilmette25. Password: wastrip25
Save the Date: Parent-Teacher Conferences Nov. 20-22
Our fall parent-teacher conferences will take place on Nov. 20-22, immediately preceding Fall Break (Thanksgiving week). Conferences will be held virtually through the Meet the Teacher platform, with in-person appointments available by request. More details, including sign-up information, will be provided in the coming weeks.
Parent Education Events – Let’s Play Series
District 39 is proud to be partnering with the Alliance for Early Childhood, Wilmette Public Library, Wilmette Park District, Go Green Wilmette, and BackYard Nature Center for a series of Parent Education events designed to highlight the benefits of free play for our students. These events are family adventures into creative, child-led free play that sparks imagination and fuels growth. This experience is designed for you and your child(ren) to explore a variety of fun-filled activities while flexing your “play muscles” and strengthening your bond. We are grateful to all of our families who have attended this event at your home school over the last two weeks and hope that you and your child(ren) found them to be fun! The remaining schedule for these events is listed below.
LOCATION DATE TIME
Harper TODAY 2:30-3:30 pm
Central Monday, Oct. 21 3:30-4:30 pm
Highcrest Monday, Oct. 28 3:50-4:50 pm
Parent Education Event – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Monthly Themes
Join us for our November Parent Education event titled “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Monthly Themes in Literature” scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 11 am via Zoom. DEIB monthly themes supported by reading help teach us to come together to build an affirming space where students can explore ideas and ask questions. Learn more about this topic from our D39 librarians and professionals from the Wilmette Public Library. Please visit our Parent Education webpage for our full schedule as well as archived recordings of past events.
D39 Educational Foundation College Paddle Night
Last call to get your tickets for the District 39 Educational Foundation’s College Paddle Night which is set for Saturday, Nov. 16 from 6-11 pm at the Wilmette Platform Tennis Club (3551 Lake Ave.). Dress up in your college alma mater’s gear for a fun night of community and camaraderie. All skills levels are welcome. All proceeds go to the D39 Educational Foundation, which raises funds for projects that expand, enrich, and complement educational opportunities for the students, staff, and community in District 39. Visit the D39 Educational Foundation’s website for more information and to purchase your tickets.
Wilmette Junior High School
Email: office-wjhs@wilmette39.org
Website: http://wjhs.wilmette39.org/
Location: 620 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL, USA
Phone: 847-512-6600
Instagram: @wjhswolves39
Twitter: @hawkwolf39