Thomas Community Newsletter
May 1, 2026
Dear TMS Community,
There is so much to celebrate both in and out of our classrooms with our current Timberwolves and our Wolfpack alumni!
- Yesterday, the Arlington Heights Council of PTAs held its annual scholarship breakfast, honoring TMS alumni who are now high school seniors with scholarships toward their college education. We are incredibly proud of these distinguished former Timberwolves!
- Last week at the District 25 Board of Education meeting, three TMS teams were recognized for their outstanding achievements in state competitions: 7th Grade Girls Volleyball, 8th Grade Girls Volleyball, and Wrestling. Way to go, student athletes!
- The District 25 Board of Education also approved the hiring of Kyle Mengarelli as an Associate Principal at TMS for the 2026-2027 school year. Welcome TMS alumni ~ Mr. Mengarelli!
- Congratulations to all of our All Stars who competed in the Special Olympics last weekend—we are so proud of your hard work and determination!
- Bravo to our talented cast and crew for 3 outstanding performances of High School Musical that packed the house last weekend. With over 60 students involved, along with tremendous parent support, we are grateful to everyone who helped bring this production to life.
- This coming week (May 4–8), the amazing TMS PTA will celebrate Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. Families are welcome to join in by sending a “staff shout-out” via email or a note—small gestures go a long way in showing appreciation for our dedicated staff.
- TMS student artists will be featured in the annual Arlington Heights Memorial Library Art Show from May 5–25. We encourage you to stop by and enjoy their incredible work!
- Looking ahead, our Pride of the Wolfpack annual assembly will take place on Wednesday, May 13. We are excited to recognize current students and staff, along with inspiring alumni who are making a difference in our community and beyond. More information will be shared soon.
On another note, we are asking for your continued support. Even with cooler temperatures, spring energy is in full swing. Please take a moment to talk with your middle schooler about expected school behavior, what it means to Be the Good, and the importance of arriving to school and class on time. We are grateful for your partnership in supporting the Wolfpack!
In this newsletter, you'll find information on the following items:
- TMS Spring Spirit Wear Sale ends on Monday, 5/4/26
- PTA Flower and Plant Sale Pick-up on Thursday, 5/7/26
- Crossing Guard Recognition
- Scholastic Book Fair and Read with a Buddy Drive
- Arlington Heights Memorial Library Art Show showcasing TMS Students from 5/5/26-5/25/26
- Pride of the Wolf Pack Golf Outing
Previously Shared Newsletter Information:
- 8th Grade Class of 2026 Newsletter *Updated Great America information!
- PTA Yearbook Waitlist Form
- Summer U
Standing Newsletter Information Includes:
PTA Information
- School Resource Office Information
- Safe2Help Illinois
TMS Administrator Team
With gratitude for your partnerships and support,
The TMS Administrative Team
Lori Naumowicz, Principal
Greg Keadle, Associate Principal
Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal
Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & TMS Student Services Coordinator
The PTA Spirit Wear Shop is now open! You now have the option to ship your items directly to your home. The sale closes at midnight on Monday, May 4th. Click HERE to place your order!
A special “thank you” to our very own Marvin Oberman, crossing guard at the corner of Thomas and Belmont. We are grateful for his support and for keeping all of our students and family safe as they come to and from school, every day, in the rain, snow and sunshine!
Click HERE to see which TMS artists will have their work on display at the annual Arlington Heights Memorial Library Art Show from May 5 through May 25.
- The yearbook orders have closed for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Please click HERE to complete this form if you wish to have your chlid's name placed on the waitlist for a yearbook.
- We CANNOT guarantee that your child will get a yearbook, but should a yearbook become available we can sell them for $25. Parents will be contacted by the PTA in the order in which these requests were received.
- Please contact the TMS PTA at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com if you have any questions about yearbook purchases.
- The TMS Lost and Found is currently overflowing with PE shirts, shoes, sweatshirts, hats, coats, water bottles, lunch containers, and more!
- Please encourage your middle schooler to look through the collection of items.
The TMS PTA has a lot to offer this year! We are excited for all the activities we have planned!
President - Jim Moncada
President Elect - Kym Battista
Vice President - Ian Silverman
Treasurer - Sara Hess
Secretary - Joslyn Katz
TMS PTA Memberships - Have you joined the PTA? Your membership gives you exclusive access to the Thomas Middle School Directory through Directory Spot. Not a member? No problem! You can join by visiting the AH25 Webstore to purchase online or by emailing us at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com.
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) 878-2949
Station Number: 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
Please click HERE for the latest newsletter from Link Together Coalition. This newsletter contains updates on the coalition's latest efforts and events, education for parents and educators, and great resources.
- Principal - Lori Naumowicz
- Associate Principal - Greg Keadle (Delta, Epsilon, & Zeta Teams)
- Associate Principal & Student Services Coordinator - Allie Yoder
- Associate Principal & Teacher - Jeremy Fischer (Alpha, Beta, Gamma Teams)