Middle Matters

• Nov. 26th-Nov. 28th No School

• Dec. 3rd: Picture Retake Day

• Dec. 9th: Freshman Parent Orientation Night (see flyer below)

• Dec. 12th: Trimester 1 Report Cards Emailed

• Dec. 22nd - Jan. 2nd: Winter Break (District Closed)

• Jan. 5th: Institute Day (No School for Students)

Over the past three years, District 97 has been working hard to strengthen literacy instructions in our K-5 classrooms. Our goal is simple and important: we want to inspire a love of reading in every student—starting in pre-kindergarten and through second grade—to build a strong foundation in reading, writing, speaking, and listening so they’re ready to thrive by third grade.

To support this work, our elementary teachers have partnered closely with our Core Instruction Department to receive high-quality training and to implement Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) and Caminos—evidence-based resources that help make literacy instruction engaging and effective for all students.

As we build this strong foundation in our elementary schools, District 97 is also expanding its literacy efforts to the middle schools to ensure that all students continue growing as confident, capable readers and writers.

Literacy growth is a continuous journey and District 97 aims to ensure that every student continues to develop the skills, confidence, and critical thinking necessary to navigate increasingly complex texts and ideas. This year, the Core Instruction Department is partnering with the 6-8 ELA Department, which includes sixth through eighth grade teachers at Brooks and Julian, to review several Tier 1 resources to support effective evidence-based literacy instruction. In April, the department will select two English language arts resources to pilot during the 2026-27 school year. After the pilot, the team will recommend resources to the Board of Education for a districtwide adoption in 2027–28.

Dear District 97 Middle School Families,

As we prepare for the start of our second trimester, District 97 will be making an adjustment to the bell schedule at Brooks and Julian middle schools.

Please see below for an overview of the change and what it means for students.

What’s Changing

Beginning Monday, Nov. 17, the middle school daily schedule will be adjusted in the following way:

• Instructional periods (core subjects and electives) will decrease slightly, from 50 minutes to 49 minutes each.
  

• The combined WIN/Lunch/Social block will increase from 72 minutes to 78 minutes total. Each segment—WIN and Lunch/Social—will expand from 36 minutes to 39 minutes.

This change redistributes time within the school day to ensure that all scheduling and planning requirements are met, while maintaining balance and consistency across both middle schools.

📅 Click here to view the updated bell schedule for Trimester 2.

IMPORTANT: Please note that this is a bell schedule adjustment only—it will not impact students’ courses, class rosters, or teacher assignments.

Why We’re Making This Adjustment

This is the first year of implementing our new middle school schedule, and from the outset, we committed to monitoring its effectiveness and making refinements as needed to support student learning, teachers’ professional needs, and the overall middle school experience.

During the first trimester, we identified a planning time concern that affected a small number of teachers whose schedules provided fewer than the minimum consecutive minutes required by the teachers’ contract. After reviewing several options, we determined that adjusting instructional periods by one minute—while slightly extending the mid-day block—was the best way to address the issue and maintain consistency across both schools.

At the same time, this change also reflects feedback from students and families who shared that additional time during the mid-day block would be beneficial for WIN, lunch, and social time. Expanding this block supports our ongoing efforts to promote balance, belonging, and wellness throughout the school day.

Benefits for Students: Balancing Instructional Time and Wellness

It’s important to note that the new middle school schedule continues to provide more instructional time in core subjects than in previous years. Compared to the 2024-25 schedule, students now receive approximately 58 additional minutes of core instructional time each week—totaling 33.7 additional hours per year.

With this adjustment, students will now have slightly longer periods to eat lunch, connect with peers, and participate in enrichment or support opportunities—while continuing to benefit from a strong instructional program throughout the day.

Learn More

We’ve updated our Middle School Master Schedule FAQ with additional details about this change and how it will impact students.

We’ll be talking with students about the updated bell schedule next week so they understand what’s changing and why. In the meantime, we wanted to share a few talking points that staff and families can use when discussing the schedule adjustment with students (click here).

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support. If you have any questions, please reach out to our team using Let’s Talk.

Sincerely,

Dr. Luis De León, Assistant Superintendent of Middle Schools
April Moriarty, Principal of Brooks Middle School
Nick Filipowski, Principal of Julian Middle School

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.

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. Your child will be bringing home a flyer from VanGogh that will have a ticket code once it is provided to them on Monday, 12/1. 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 12/1. The ticket code should have been assigned by then and they will be able to look it up so you can place your order.

Earlier this year, District 97 launched a new Identity and Heritage Calendar to highlight heritage months, identity recognitions, and major religious observances throughout the year. This calendar reflects our ongoing commitment to honoring student identities, amplifying student voice, and fostering an inclusive culture in every school.

This November, we recognize Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse cultures, and vital contributions of Native and Indigenous peoples. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of acknowledging the original stewards of the land and to learn more about the many tribal nations whose legacies continue to shape our world today.

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

Wrestling Information Session will be held on Tuesday, 12/2 from 6pm to 7pm. Please see more details in the flyer below.

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, 20% off storewide sale and there is fee shipping over $75. Happy Shopping for the HOLIDAYS!

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.

Meets at Brooks in A126 on Fridays!

Wrestling Parent/Guardian & Student meeting on Tuesday, 12/2 from 6 to 7pm in person in Brooks Commons/Cafeteria or via zoom:

Here is the Zoom Link: https://op97-org.zoom.us/j/82785853700?pwd=GInyF0ubCKe2Gj8C4wAbPRqTFVXPFv.1

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 VOLLEYBALL

JUNIOR VARSITY (6th and 7th) TRYOUTS in MAIN GYM

Monday, December 8th 7am

Tuesday, December 9th 3:30pm to 6pm (first cut)

Friday, December 12th 3:30pm to 6pm (final cut)

VARSITY (8th) OPEN GYM in MAIN GYM

Wednesday, November 19th 3:30pm to 6pm

VARSITY (8th) TRYOUTS in MAIN GYM

Thursday, December 4th 7am

Friday, December 5th 3:30pm to 6pm

ALL ATHLETES MUST ATTEND ALL TRYOUTS

ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE SPORTS PHYSICALS AND PERMISSION SLIPS ON FILE PRIOR TO OPEN GYM

Contact Mr. Grimaldi (lgrimaldi@op97.org) with 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: Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.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)

Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

When: Every Wednesday

Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Where: C302 (Mr. McDowell’s Room)

Morning Choirs

Will not be meeting this week after Tuesday due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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: Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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

Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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 - Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

Meets every Thursday 3:30-5:00 in C108 with Mr. Hausfeld.

Best Buddies - Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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 - Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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 Will not be meeting this week due to the holiday break. We will resume next week.

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!

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.

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.

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 Meeting

MONDAY, December 1, 6-7:30pm

⚡️VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY ⚡️

🦅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!

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.

📚SAVE THE DATES DECEMBER 1-5 FOR OUR SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR, and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!

Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/gwendolynbrooksmidschool

#ScholasticBookFairs

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!

🍩 SAVE THE DATES FOR OUR UPCOMING DONUT DAYS!

Volunteers are still needed to sell donuts during lunch throughout the school year. Join us and spend time with your student on these sweet days!

Sign Up to Volunteer for Donut Days 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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