Middle Matters

• End of Trimester 1: Friday, November 14th 2025

• Freshman Parent Orientation Night, December 9th, 2025 (see flyer below)

• Picture Retake Day - Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025

• Trimester 1 Report Cards Emailed on Friday, December 12th, 2025

With the ongoing federal government shutdown, some families may be concerned about a possible pause in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits beginning Nov. 1, 2025. Please know that no student will go without a meal—students who qualify will continue to receive free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch at school, and any student in need of a meal will always be served.

To help ensure that all families have access to healthy food during this time, our District 97 school social workers have compiled a list of local and regional food assistance resources. The document will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.

View Food Assistance Resources for Families

Families who may qualify for meal assistance are encouraged to complete a Free or Reduced Lunch application at any time. Information is available here: www.op97.org/business-office/food-service

If your family could use additional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your school. Additional resources may be available through our PTOs or community organizations, and our staff will do their best to connect you with what you need.

We are grateful to our social workers and community partners for their ongoing care and support of our families.

Modern African American Studies

Starting today, students will have the opportunity to indicate their interest in Modern African American Studies during their WIN period. The sign-up form will be posted in their Canvas Lunch Course. The sign-up form must be completed by Tuesday, November 11th. We will enroll students in this opportunity at the start of Trimester 2 OR Trimester 3, depending on the number of interested students. If you have questions, please connect with your student's current Social Science teacher.

Thank you for your interest in our Nashville Class Trip. Below are links to the information mentioned in the meetings. Please feel free to contact Ms. Colbert at 708-524-7514 for more information or if you have any questions. PLEASE NOTE: If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact Ms. Colbert at 708-524-7514 BEFORE registering for the trip.

2026 Nashville Class Trip Links:

Recording Of The Nashville Trip Presentation:

https://worldstrides.zoom.us/rec/share/wnkM5E2EMDU1i_cxqhLIZdp6_0NJOK3IGQ4dKWXT4HNVPeRZ_4eHBiossTEpzuH_.C_XQxcBcu5XfI-HS

Passcode: 2j*r!EAZ

Trip Slide Presentation:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rdq_u6LTAfPSK3PY4sifWNnJjgKnnSLj/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116834089996515157391&rtpof=true&sd=true

The Nashville registration portal is now open!

Register For Nashville Trip Online:

Visit www.worldstrides.com/register and use the following Trip ID’s for your respective school:

Gwendolyn Brooks – 226931

Register For Nashville Trip By Phone:

Call 800-468-5899, 8 AM – 8 PM CST. Bi-lingual reps available for assistance.

Enlaces para viajes a Nashville e información de registro para el viaje

Gracias por su interés en nuestra excursión escolar a Nashville. A continuación encontrará enlaces a la información mencionada en las reuniones. No dude en comunicarse con la Sra. Colbert al 708-524-7514 para obtener más información o si tiene alguna pregunta. NOTA IMPORTANTE: Si necesita ayuda económica, comuníquese con la Sra. Colbert al 708-524-7514 ANTES de inscribirse en el viaje.

Enlaces para el viaje de fin de curso a Nashville 2026:

Grabación de la presentación del viaje a Nashville:

https://worldstrides.zoom.us/rec/share/wnkM5E2EMDU1i_cxqhLIZdp6_0NJOK3IGQ4dKWXT4HNVPeRZ_4eHBiossTEpzuH_.C_XQxcBcu5XfI-HS

Código de Acceso: 2j*r!EAZ

Presentación de diapositivas de viaje:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rdq_u6LTAfPSK3PY4sifWNnJjgKnnSLj/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116834089996515157391&rtpof=true&sd=true

¡El portal de registro de Nashville ya está abierto!

Regístrate en línea para el viaje a Nashville:

Visita www.worldstrides.com/register y utilicen los siguientes ID de viaje para sus respectivas escuelas.:

Gwendolyn Brooks – 226931

Regístrate para el viaje a Nashville por teléfono.:

Call 800-468-5899, 8 AM – 8 PM CST.

Representantes bilingües disponibles para brindar asistencia.

The registration window for the Access to Algebra Bridge Course closes on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.

If you are interested in signing up, please visit the District 97 website to register your student before it closes. Classes run from Nov. 17, 2025, through June 2, 2026, and students must pass the end of course exam with an 80% or higher to move on to the next level of math. Students who are already accelerated in math or who have successfully completed the Access to Algebra program in the past are not eligible to participate.

Need assistance?
Please contact Director of Teaching and Learning, Emilie Creehan at ecreehan@op97.org regarding questions about the Access to Algebra Bridge Courses. Administrative assistant Allie Foleno may be contacted at afoleno@op97.org for all registration questions.

Please be sure to scroll down to get updates on our Sport and Club offerings as well as PTO Communications!

If your student missed picture day, Picture Retake Day will be on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025

If you missed ordering pictures by the scheduled date of our Picture Day, Wednesday, October 29th, VanGogh is currently processing the pictures for Brooks and during this time, they are unable to add any orders. However, in about 2.5 weeks your child will be bringing home a flyer from VanGogh that will have a ticket code on it. You can use that ticket code to place your order on our website: ordervgil.com Click on the BLUE icon in the center of the screen that say: AFTER PICTURE DAY.

Please contact VanGogh if your child does not bring home a flyer after three weeks. The ticket code should have been assigned by then and they will be able to look it up so you can place your order.

Reminder: Chromebook Cases Must Stay On Devices

We want to remind everyone that Chromebook cases should remain on the devices at all times. These cases are an important part of keeping our devices in good condition and ensuring they last throughout the school year.

Benefits of Keeping Cases On:

• Protection: Cases help prevent damage from drops, spills, and everyday wear and tear.

• Longevity: Protecting the Chromebook reduces repairs and extends the life of the device.

• Consistency: Cases ensure that all devices are safeguarded in a uniform way, making it easier for students to handle and transport them safely.

Thank you for helping us keep our Chromebooks safe and ready for learning!

Link to order: https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/IL/Oak%20Park/Gwendolyn+Brooks+Middle+School

Remember, a portion of our sales goes back to our school and supports our school store. Please reach out with any questions! Currently, there is fee shipping over $75. Happy Shopping!

Our 8th graders have spoken — the votes are in, and we are headed to Nashville, Tennessee for our trip this year, which will be. from Saturday, March 14 -Monday, March 16, 2026.! 🎸🎶

Thank you to everyone who participated in the vote. We can’t wait to explore Music City together and create lasting memories as a class.

Do you have some closets that need to be cleaned out??

Send your extra winter gear to us! Service Club is collecting new and gently used coats, hats, scarves, gloves/mittens, snow pants, and boots. All donations will go to Kids Kloset at First United Church. Help keep our community warm this winter!

Donations can be sent to your student's WIN teacher.

CLUB Information can be found in Student Announcements with details. This is updated weekly, as new clubs get organized and announce dates and times.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Go Eagles!! We will have our last home game facing off with Irving Middle School this Wednesday-we hope to see you there! We will be back on the road Thursday at Unity Middle school. Our final face off will conclude Monday, 11/10 at Julian.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the coaches, Sam Fishman-Strait, sfishman-strait@op97.org (Junior Varsity) and Dr. Kina Brown, kbrown@op97.org (Varsity).

Ultimate Frisbee: We are back practicing on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5:00. Contact Coach Roman (eroman@op97.org) if you have any questions,.

BEAT (Brooks Earth Action Team):

Every Tuesday in C202 Meetings every Tuesday from 3:30-4:30 in C202. Contact Ms. Stamp (lstamp@op97.org) or Ms. Raad( Kraad@op97.org ) with any questions.

Service Club: We will start planning out our projects for the year, so bring your ideas! If you have any questions, please see Ms. Martinez or Ms. Walsh. We meet every Friday from 8am - 9am in B208.

Rainbow Revolution: We meet every Monday that there is school in the Brooks Media Center from 3:30-4:30pm. f you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Robot– email is still currently aberman@op97.org.

RPG CLUB (Formerly Dungeons and Dragons Club)

When: Every Wednesday

Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Where: C302 (Mr. McDowell’s Room)

Morning Choirs

If you are interested in joining contact Mr. Blackman at fblackman@op97.org

Rehearsals

• Fledglings (all grades) - Thursday mornings at 8am

• Downbeat (7-8 in Band, Chorus, or Orchestra) - Tuesdays and Fridays at 8am

Art Club: Meets Thursdays in D301 (Mrs. Murray’s room) from 3:30-4:30. All students are welcome for “open studio” (work on your own ideas and projects) with provided materials. You don’t have to come every week. Art club will work around your sports and other extracurricular activities. See you soon!

Student Council - If you are participating in Student Council, please make sure to get your permission slips from Ms. Tsaganos in Room B408.

Spoken Word Club

Spoken Word Club has an ‘open door’ policy, meaning that you can participate with us at any point in the school year. Led by Spoken Word Artist and Chicago rapper, Phalair (Fah - lair), Spoken Word Club will meet this Wednesday, November 5th, at Brooks Middle School with Mr. Lee in Room B305. Spoken Word Club begins at 4 pm. See you there!

Chess Club / Game Club - Meets every Thursday 3:30-5:00 in C108 with Mr. Hausfeld.

Best Buddies

We hope that you will come join Best Buddies Club.

Here is the Best Buddies mission: Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

In our club, we make connections that turn into friendships. At the middle school level, we make our connections through games, art projects, and learning how to be an advocate and an ally for those who cannot advocate for themselves.

Here is the link you will need to sign up: Best Buddies Sign Up

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact lkiska@op97.org or bsefcik@op97.org

Star Wars Club - Meets every Monday from 3:35-4:35 in room C404 with Mr. Syndergaard. All are welcome!

Diversity Club - Meets on Wednesdays after 3:30 - 4:30 with Ms. Libbey in the 2nd floor fitness room. Come experience culture through language, dress, music, dance, recipes, and games!

Yoga Club Meets Wednesday, after school in Ms. Nikolakakis’ room C-207. Come relax and be yourself! We will do yoga, experiment with sound baths, and explore mindfulness and meditation. All are welcome, and no experience is needed!

NEW Club: Labubu Club

Join the preppy, baddie, slaaaay, Labubu club where we will do Labubu arts and crafts, make Labubu clothes and accessories, and write storylines for a Labubu stop motion film. NOTE: you do not have to have a Labubu to be in the club that meets in Mrs. Rhoades’ room on Tuesdays in A126 from 3:40-4:40.

Not sure if you knew, but we've started another robotics team at Brooks this year!! That's right, we added a JV team in addition to our super successful Competitive Team!! What does that mean? It means we'll have a Varsity Team and a JV team this year, so more opportunities for our students who are interested in engaging with robotics! Students would still need to attend Session 2 mini-camp so we can figure out the best placement for them, but there's more spots, which is awesome. If your child is interested in trying out, register, come and check it out!!

Any questions, email Mr. Shinners @ bshinners@op97.org

REGISTER HERE TODAY!!!

Session 2 Dates

• Wednesday, October 15th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
• Friday, October 17th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
• Monday, October 20th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
• Wednesday, October 22th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm (Competition Date)
• Monday, October 27th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm (Competition Date)
• Wednesday, October 29th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

This season's game is called Push Back and both the Varsity & JV teams will be strategizing, designing, coding and testing a robot to play the game.

Meets at Brooks in A126 on Fridays!

GET TICKETS TO DIARY OF A WIMPY KID

Trolls the Musical Jr. follows Poppy, Branch, and their friends as they prepare a show to meet the high expectations of a foreign emissary threatening their cheerful world. Set after the first movie, the musical explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the importance of putting on a great show, even when faced with challenges. The vibrant land of Bergenland is thrown into disarray when an emissary arrives with demands that could disrupt their way of life. The Trolls must revamp their performance to meet his standards, proving that the show must go on, no matter what.

Performances:

November 7 at 7pm

November 8 at 2pm & 7pm

November 9 at 1pm

The PTO will need adult volunteers to assist with distributing Starship lunches to all grade levels each Tuesday. More information coming soon!

Please note that to ensure the distribution process runs smoothly, we request that volunteers are able to stay for the duration of all 3 lunch periods from 10:40am - 12:55pm on any day you may sign up for. **Per D97 policy, all volunteers must complete and pass a D97 Background Check which is a quick and easy process that can be scheduled through the D97 office.**

Future Starship Orders

The PTO has stopped taking Starship orders for this session. Anyone who is interested can join in after winter break. We will have that sign up available after Thanksgiving.

A HEARTFELT THANK YOU to everyone who donated flowers, desserts, and drinks to the Staff and Teacher Appreciation meal during parents teacher conferences last Thursday. We fed 140 and filled the school with the delicious aroma of Maya del Sol, our restaurant partner.

We couldn’t have done it without you!

NEW: BROOKS SAFETY AND SUPPORT TEAM PLANNING

Join the PTO in supporting students and families through a new PTO-led initiative. Learn more and sign up here.

If your family is in need of assistance, please don’t hesitate to fill out this form.

Your privacy is extremely important to us, and your information will remain confidential—shared only with a small, trusted group dedicated to providing immediate support and solutions.

Si su familia necesita ayuda, no dude en completar este formulario. Su privacidad es extremadamente importante para nosotros y su información se mantendrá confidencial, compartida únicamente con un pequeño grupo de personas de confianza dedicadas a brindar apoyo y soluciones inmediatas.

📣PTO ⚡️VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY ⚡️TONIGHT

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 6-7:30pm

Join us virtually tonight at the

PTO November Meeting

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 993 8880 6666

Passcode: 889106

🦅YOU are the PTO!

Do you want to have an impact in the Brooks community and get the inside scoop on what is going on at Brooks and D97? NOW is the time to get involved!! We are looking to fill positions for the 2025-2026 school year and have some critical roles open! No prior PTO experience is necessary. Sign Up for Open Positions Here!

E-mail gwendolynbrookspto@gmail.com with any questions!

We look forward to hearing from you!

We want to see YOUR student’s artistry on display…and possibly on our new spirit wear!!! Show us your school spirit and submit your design during the month of October. Details below!

Please Consider a Donation to the PTO

Your commitment to our school community is invaluable. By contributing to the PTO, you’re directly investing in the success and enrichment of our children’s education.

Sales are cash only and sold during each lunch period. Proceeds support PTO programs and initiatives for teachers and students.

Sign Up to Volunteer for Donut Days Here

📚📚OUR SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR IS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 1-5!!! WE NEED YOU!!!!!

Lunch periods are particularly busy, so sign up for an opportunity to serve and see your student at lunch! Background checks are required (and slots are limited), so please sign up for a slot with D97 here.

Sign up to volunteer for the Book Fair here!

If you have questions about the upcoming school year, please don’t hesitate to contact me April Moriarty, Principal at amoriarty@op97.org. You can also contact my Executive Coordinator, Ms. Angel Banks, at abanks1@op97.org or (708) 524-7636.

Our Administrative Team

April Moriarty, Principal (amoriarty@op97.org)

Dr. Denise Gildon, Associate Principal for Teaching & Learning (dgildon@op97.org)

Chasity McComb-Williams, Associate Principal for Culture, Climate, Clubs & Sports (cmccomb-williams@op97.org)

Student Success Coach Team:

Our Student Success Coaches will be the point person if your student is facing any challenges with academics or with peers. They also are the case managers for all 504 plans.

6th Grade: Audrey Schoen - aschoen@op97.org

7th Grade: Bernard Starks - bstarks@op97.org

8th Grade: Josh Rodgers - jrodgers@op97.org

Social Workers:

Our Social Work team will be the point person if your student is facing any challenges socially/emotionally. They also support students with social work goals outlined within Individual Education Plans.

6th Grade: Jennifer Olsen - jolsen@op97.org

7th Grade: Abby Berman - aberman@op97.org

8th Grade: Hannah Boudreau - hboudreau@op97.org

Reporting Student Absences:

Email brooksattendance@op97.org or call 708-665-3074

School Nurse and CNA:

Tracy Biggerstaff: tbiggerstaff@op97.org

Melissa Godwin: mgodwin@op97.org

Send School Health form/physicals/dental forms to: brooksnurse@op97.org

Front Office:

PowerSchool login questions, Attendance or School Fee Questions-Vashti Carter: vcarter@op97.org

Canvas login questions, Receptionist- Minerva Colbert: mcolbert@op97.org

TECH Support:

Please email: helpdesk@op97.org

Please complete claim form if your student's chromebook is damaged or lost

DROP OFF & PICK UP INSTRUCTIONS:

We strongly encourage students who are able to walk or bike to school to do so rather than arriving by car. This reduces congestion around the school and makes drop off easier for the kids who do need to be driven to school.

IF ARRIVING AT SCHOOL BY CAR, ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS should be dropping students off on Kenilworth Ave heading south, Randolph heading east or Washington heading west and then have the Brooks student exit on the passenger side of the car and then walk to their designated line-up location. Please refrain from pulling into the staff parking lot, as it is hazardous with multiple cars in motion, as well as staff members driving in for work. Additionally, please do not drop off or pick up on Clinton Avenue as that is where are school buses are parked. This is a safety and security concern, so we thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Designated Line-up Locations:

7th and 8th Grade Walkers: Kenilworth Ave main entrance (also access to commons doors for breakfast or to get a temporary Student ID)

7th & 8th Grade Busers: Clinton Ave entrance

6th Grade Busers and Walkers: Washington Street Entrance

The library is now open beginning this week for the school year in the mornings starting at 8am.

• Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
• No pass needed
• To enter, wait in-between the Kenilworth doors (by the main office)
• An adult will escort groups to the library at 8:00, 8:15, and 8:30. For example, if you arrive at 8:10 you will have to wait until the 8:15 group heads up. If you arrive after the 8:30 group has been escorted, you may not enter the library that day
• You will sign-in and stay in the library until the 8:50 bell
• These times are for students to quietly read, do homework, or meet as a group to study or work on a project.

Attendance will be taken every day for each class period by each of your child's teacher and it will be denoted in PowerSchool. Student's are expected to attend each of their classes at their scheduled time and day. If your student will be absent from school, please call the attendance number 708-665-3074 or email brooksattendance@op97.org

Please contact the Brooks Health Office and speak with Nurse Tracy Biggerstaff if you have questions or concerns regarding your student's health.

(708) 524-3058 or tbiggerstaff@op97.org

Office Phone Hours

Please note that our office staff sets the phone to go to voicemail from 8:30am to 9:15am daily. Please leave a message of your student's absence at 708-665-3074 or you can email brooksattendance@op97.org. Our office staff will listen to voicemails left on the main line starting after 9:15am daily. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Dropping off Items at Brooks for your Student

You may drop off forgotten items for your student in the main office. Please note that we will not call into your student's classroom, as it is a disruption to the learning for other students and the teacher in the classroom. Your student should plan to stop by the main office on their way to lunch or between passing periods, if they think you may have dropped off the forgotten item for them to retrieve. We appreciate your understanding.

• Here are the links to our Bell Schedule and A/B Calendar for PE/Elective class.

Nuts and nut products are not allowed in any District 97 schools during the 2025-26 school year. This includes products that are labeled “processed in a facility that shares equipment with nut products.” Our schools have been nut-safe for the past two years—helping to create safer, more inclusive environments for all of our students.

Hot lunch will be available to students who wish to participate and have a funded or an approved lunch account, starting the first day of school. If you have questions regarding your student's lunch balance, you may contact the Lunch Manager, Shetrice Baker at Sbaker2@op97.org. To make payments on student lunch accounts please visit, https://www.mymealtime.com/signin.aspx

Breakfast and hot lunch menus and other information

Lunches will be served every Tuesday when school is in session starting September 16th and ending on December 16th for a total of 14 lunches. PTO will take orders again this week. Your student would begin to get their lunch on Tuesday, September 23rd for a total of 13 lunches. When you place your order, you will be ordering lunch for each Tuesday. You will have the same item for lunch each Tuesday.

Because we are serious about Brooks being a school where all kids feel that they belong, we determined that our fundraisers shouldn’t be a source of exclusion for any students. Therefore, we use a Pay What You Can model. The recommended price for the lunches is a small increase over the cost the PTO pays Starship for the lunch. However, you will be able to enter the price that makes sense for your family to pay. This may be lower or higher than the recommended price.

PLEASE NOTE - this is intended to be a fundraiser. If we do not make money, we will not be able to continue with this model and will need to rethink the future of this fundraiser. We are counting on those families that are able to pay more than the recommended amount to be generous.

Order here:

http://bit.ly/41BMOae

Pay here:

https://buy.stripe.com/aFa7sMdRLfNa9K54700Ny00

Menu options:

Pasta w/meat sauce w/french bread- $100
Pasta w/marinara (contains Parmesan) w/french bread - $100
Vegan GF minestrone soup w/french bread - $100
Chicken & Rice soup w/ french bread - $100
Chicken tenders w/french bread - $135
Club Sandwich w/chips - bacon, turkey, & cheddar, lettuce, tomato - $145
Italian Sandwich w/chips - salami, ham, mozzarella, lettuce tomato,, oil, vinegar, oregano - $145
3 Cheese Sandwich w/chips - mozzarella, cheddar & Swiss, lettuce, tomato, oil & vinegar - $145
Vegan Hummus sandwich w/chips- hummus, lettuce, tomato, cucumber- $145

We need your help! Meet new Brooks parents! Get an inside glimpse of your middle schooler's
day! Adult volunteers are needed to assist with the distribution of the lunches to all 3 grade levels.

All volunteers must complete and pass the D97 Background Check. This is quick and easy and you can complete that now.

Here is the link to volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054BA8AB23A2FCCF8-58159339-starship?useFullSite=true#/

Questions about volunteering? Email Lindsey at Lindsey.danhauser@kidcreatestudio.com

There is still time to sign up for Friday Pizza Lunch!

SIGN UP FOR FRIDAY PIZZA LUNCH

Parents - We Need Your Help! Volunteer to help serve pizza on Fridays - SIGN UP HERE!

Student have been learning the new routines and expectations and doing a wonderful job. Thank you for your support in help us create a safe, respectful and responsible environment for our students.

We have been teaching, supporting and reminding students of the School Wide Expectations.

Students should go to the commons as soon as they arrive on campus (8:15am to 8:55am) when they realized they don’t have their IDs to get a temporary ID. If they come to school late (8:57am) they will go to the main office, where they will get a tardy pass and if needed lunch ticket and/or temporary ID. Students who realized that they dont' have their ID upon arrival to first period will be sent to the main office main office before 9:15am to get a temporary ID.

Cell phones/Mobile Devices are not to be used during school hours. This includes calling parents/guardians due to illness, requesting items to be dropped off, etc.

• Students can ask a teacher to use the classroom phone or the phone in the main office, if needed.

Cell phones are to be turned off/on silent upon entering the school building, stored in the student’s locker, and not used until the dismissal bell rings.

Locker Checklist has been shared and posted in each student's locker during the first week of school to help them think through the items they need to take with them when they visit their locker at the start of the day, before and after lunch and at the end of the day.

If your child needs to purchase a lock at anytime during the school year, please do so online HERE. Your student's WIN teacher will receive the lock to give to your student if you've purchased one due to your student missing/losing their lock.

We ask that if possible to please send your student to school with a filled water bottle. We have water bottle filling stations in the school for our students to refill their water bottles when needed.

Technical support will be available from school and district technology staff by accessing the Help Desk through email, helpdesk@op97.org. When an email is submitted, a Help Desk ticket is created and assigned to technology staff, who will be working throughout the day to address technology concerns. Our technology team can support District 97 devices and student online programs. Please complete claim form if your student's chromebook is damaged or lost.

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