Good Afternoon!

We had a great day celebrating Lunar New Year with our students. We had food, demonstrations and a fashion show. The celebration was organized and planned all by our students. It is a great opportunity for our school community to celebrate together and have fun.

Next week we celebrate our "You Are Loved Week" in collaboration with HopeSquad. If you want to learn more about the origination of "You Are Loved Week" watch next week's Celtic News where I explain. February blues are real and this week is an opportunity for our students to support each other.

Details of the activities are shared below.

We are grateful for all the support from our community to help us continue these opportuntiies for our students.

Enjoy the weekend!

Mike

The district is seeing an increase in influenza cases as well as other viruses. To keep our students and staff healthy, please keep students home per our district policy 8450.

Policy 8450 states: students with signs or symptoms associated with a communicable disease will be excluded until they are symptom free for 24 hours without the assistance of medication. This includes a fever > 100.4, vomiting, diarrhea, flu-like symptoms (combined cough, sore throat, body aches, congestion, fatigue).

Please feel free to contact the school clinic with any questions!

We have an emerging trend of students using an anonymous polling app called pollchat. I have included a photo of the app widget for your knowledge. Please have a conversation with your child about the issues with this kind of app. If you have any questions, let me know.

Looking forward to celebrating--thanks to the DJHS Hope Squad for organizing!

We have two fundraisers this week to help the Japanese National Honor Society and Hope Squad raise money. See below:

DJHS Japanese National Honor Society's Annual Valentines Fundraiser is here! Reserve your POCKY this week thru February 12th (while supplies last) during all lunch periods! Pocky can be sent to your friends and teachers at Jerome. Choose from 3 flavors of POCKY. 1 for $3, or 2 for $5!

Hope Squad is having their annual flower sale during lunch on Thursday and Friday. 1 flower for $3 or 2 for $5. Purchase for a friend, classmate, teacher or loved one. Cash or debit cards will be accepted.

Shout Outs are a great way to show your support for the Dublin Jerome Theatre Program and are encouraged whether you are a family member showing your love and support to an individual, a friend who wants to congratulate multiple students at once or even create one message addressed to the entire Little Shop of Horrors Cast & Crew! Follow the link or QR code for more information. All items are due February 14th, thanks!

Little Shop Program Shout Out Link

Trying to chase away those winter blues? Well, you can with DJHS’s Environmental Club’s STRAWBERRY FUNDRAISER. Coming straight from sunny warm FLORDIA’s strawberry farm, these berries are FRESH and hand-picked in peak harvest time so that they are guaranteed to have their signature RUBY RED COLOR and MOUTH WATERING JUICY FLAVOR.

Perfect for snacking, jams, smoothies, and more!

• Available in either FULL flats (8-1 quart clamshell containers) for $25 or HALF flats (4-1 quart clamshell containers) for $15. Orders must be placed by 2/11.
• Payment by check preferred. (made out to Dublin Jerome High School). Payment can be brought to Mrs.Dulin-Smith's room A208.
• Strawberries will be delivered between February 24-February 26. We will send an email for the exact pick-up date and location. Please make arrangements for prompt pick-up to keep strawberries fresh. All proceeds will go to purchasing ADA gardens for our class garden space at Jerome!

ORDER HERE

The Celtic Tablet, has been selected to receive the rank of Honorable Mention in the 2024 NCTE Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) program. From all of us at the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), congratulations to you and your students on this exceptional publication. We commend you for inspiring a love of writing that your students will remember for the rest of their lives.

Community Champion Awards - Including Senior Scholarships are now open until February 21, 2025.

• The Dublin Chamber will be awarding 12 seniors a $1,000 scholarship (4 from each of our high schools). Click the link for scholarship application form.

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

February Menus

DCS Virtual classes are for credit advancement and students who are taking the courses for the first time. Unlike other summer school programs, DCS Virtual courses are taught by Dublin City School teachers who are fully certified in their respective subject areas.

Click the link below for more details.

Class of 2025 Students and Parents---Local Scholarship list and applications will be released on February 1st. Each year, Dublin organizations, clubs, and community members offer scholarships to Dublin City Schools graduating seniors. Last year, nearly $150,000 was awarded to DCS seniors. Applications will be open all February and submissions are due by March 1st. Information will be on our school's website and on Schoolinks.

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.

The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive at Jerome on Friday, February 21. Students must be 16 or older to donate and 16-year-old students must have parent permission. Each donation can help save several lives! Sign up at lunch or using the link or QR code.

Sign up link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=DJHS

The Jerome AI Club at teaching students the fundamentals of AI such as Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Document Intelligence, and Generative AI. The members will gain an on hands experience with learning how to build AI Models. Furthermore, the students will be prepared to take the Microsoft AI-900 Certification earning an industry-recognized award.

If you are interested contact Mr. Jones, Club Advisor or Hamza Ahmed, student leader.

The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities. They are looking for volunteers: https://cnoy.com/volunteer

Dreaming of an unforgettable summer adventure? Imagine yourself exploring the majestic Alps, breathing in the fresh mountain air, and then basking in the sun on the stunning Mediterranean coast. Exploring 5 amazing countries - Switzerland, France, Italy, Monaco and Spain in one amazing trip OR imagine walking through historic streets in England and Scotland, hearing the echoes of centuries past, and experiencing the magic of Stonehenge.

In Summer 2026, you can! Join us for one of these incredible student trips. Whether you pick the Alps and the Mediterranean Coast or England and Scotland you will experience breathtaking landscapes, immerse yourself in rich history and culture and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Want to learn more? Come to the information meeting on February 25th at 6 PM in the Grizzell Middle School Library.

RSVP The Alps & Mediterranean Coast: https://bit.ly/4aSQurx

RSVP England & Scotland: https://bit.ly/4aKU8Ug

Annual GLO party/fundraiser at Grizzell Middle School is on Friday, February 21st from 6-8:30pm. They are looking for student volunteers. See the link below for details.

The OSU Consumer Financial Planner program is offering a summer academy sponsored by the Schwab Foundation and is meant to teach financial literacy skills and introduce students to a career as a financial planner. The upcoming camp will be held on campus June 23-27. Please see flyer for more details.

HumCog is a week-long summer program (July 14-18, 2025) designed for curious high school students to explore the fascinating intersection of brain sciences and the humanities. Through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, hands-on research, and collaborative activities with OSU students and distinguished faculty, participants will gain valuable insights into both academic fields. This program is a unique opportunity for bright high school students to explore their academic passions while discovering the incredible resources and opportunities available to college students.

The application, can be found on our website: https://cog.osu.edu/programs/humcog. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our program coordinator, Lauren Marshall, at ccbs@osu.edu.

Greetings from the University of Findlay College of Pharmacy--We are pleased to be able to offer two great opportunities!

V.I.P.2 (Very Important Potential Pharmacists) Day

Date: March 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Registration

18th Annual Pharmacy Summer Camp

Dates: June 8-11, 2025 or June 22-25, 2025

Registration

Developed to inspire, engage and mentor the next generation of cancer researchers, the Cancer Research Experience for the Advancement and Training of Emerging Scientists (CREATES-HS) Program is an eight-week funded summer research experience for rising high school seniors from underrepresented in medicine (URM) backgrounds.

Applications are open through Feburary 16th, 2025.

The Jerome Swim Team has some upcoming fundraisers. Click the link or image for details.

February 14 - Bibibop

Krispy Kreme--through Feb. 15

February 17 - City BBQ

Signs are available for: Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse, Track, Tennis, Golf, & Volleyball.

Cost is $25 and orders can be placed online at: https://signsunleashed.com/celtics

Signs are approx. 18 x 24. The signs are designed for last names, but both first and last names can fit onto the sign for shorter names - the font will just be smaller. Orders will be in approximately 2 weeks from the order end date. Field Hockey will be delivering the signs.

Thanks for your support! Any questions, please contact jeromefhboosters@gmail.com.

There will be an informational meeting about Spring Track and Field in the CPA after school on Wednesday, February 12th for ATHLETES ONLY! This meeting will begin at 3pm and will last until 3:30. Please plan to attend in order to learn about the outdoor season, tryout requirements, and more!

If you have any questions, please see Coach Beatty in room C106.

Come out and Support our Celts!

Jerome Athletics

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GO CELTS!

It’s time to load up the SUNSHINE CART for February. YOU have all been so helpful in bringing in drinks/snacks for the teachers and staff! Next month - we will capture their pure joy when they see the cart coming!!

There is an option of Sign Up Genius for you or your student to drop the supplies in the main office - or an easy click option of Amazon to delivery for YOU!!

AGAIN - you are the most supportive parents and we THANK YOU!!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3DRDAHJU39688?ref_=wl_share
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DAEAF2AA57-52000562-djhs

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/

Hall of Fame Nominations Sought

The Dublin City Schools Alumni Association is seeking nominations for our 2025 Hall of Fame class. The HOF recognizes alumni and community members in three categories: Young Alumni Achievement Award, Distinguished Alumni Award and Outstanding Service Award. Learn more about the Hall of Fame and nominate an outstanding candidate here.

Show Some Love: Keep Our Schools Healthy!

February is all about sharing kindness—not germs! Help keep our schools full of happy, healthy hearts. Keep your child home if they have:

• Fever (100.4°F+), vomiting, or diarrhea in the past 24 hours

• A persistent cough, wheezing, or extreme fatigue

• Conjunctivitis (red, crusty, swollen eyes)

Your child may return to school when symptoms improve for 24 hours without medication or after 24 hours of antibiotics (if prescribed). For example, if they had a fever, they must be fever-free for 24 hours without ibuprofen or acetaminophen before returning. Keeping kids home when they’re sick is the best way to show love for classmates and teachers!

Looking for a Night of Entertainment?

Dublin Scioto Theatre Presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition” Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 23 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at: https://dshstd.booktix.com/. All our schools’ theater and music performances can be found on the district’s performance calendar.

Bowling for their teams and Food!

Join all three Dublin High Schools’ bowling teams in a tri-match next Monday, February 10 at Bowlero Sawmill, 4825 Sawmill Road. During their annual tri-match, the teams will be collecting donations for the Dublin Food Pantry. Join them for a friendly competition on and off the lanes and drop off your donation!

From the City of Dublin

Video Spotlight: Round Table Games

Game on, Dublin! Dublin’s largest game center is bringing people together — one roll, shuffle and move at a time! See why Round Table Games is a must-visit for tabletop fans. Roll the dice and watch.

Family Skate with Blue Jackets, Sunny 95

Bundle up the kids and head to the Riverside Crossing Park Ice Rink for Family Day from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16. Skate while jamming to some tunes, play hockey games and win exclusive Columbus Blues Jackets prizes!

On the Podcast: Abbey Theater Season

Trailblazers, classics and fresh firsts — It's a season at the Abbey Theater where kids, teens and adults can enjoy multiple productions starting right now. Listen to the Link Ahead podcast episode all about it.

Super Bowl Pro Tip: Recycle Your Pizza Boxes

Did you know Rumpke accepts greasy pizza boxes as recycling? Remove any liners before you toss them and compost your leftovers at the Dublin Service Center. What to know.

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