Jaguar Journal
August 21, 2026
DuJardin School Information
Location: 166 Euclid Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 894-9200
Website: DuJardin Elementary School
Attendance Email:(used to report absences): DJAttendance@sd13.org
Office Email:(used for changes to bus/arrival/dismissal): DJOffice@sd13.org
Nurse's Email:jrosero@sd13.org
Principal Email: phaugens@sd13.org
Important Dates to start the 2026-2027 School Year
Today: Student Log-In access disabled until September 2, 2026
Monday, August 24, 2026: PTO Meeting 5:30 PM at Bloomingdale Public Library
Wednesday, September 2, 2026: Virtual Information Day (Classroom Teacher posted in ALMA)
Wednesday, September 9, 2026: School Supply Drop-Off from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Thursday, September 10, 2026: First Day of School for First - Fifth Grade
Monday, September 14, 2026: First Day of School for Kindergarten
DuJardin Closed until September 4th
DuJardin remains closed due to construction. Office staff is currently available by appointment at the temporary District Office (255 E. Lake St.). The best way to schedule an appointment or ask a question is by sending us an email.
- Office General Email: DJoffice@sd13.org
- 12-Month Office Secretary: vanessaarriaza@sd13.org
- Principal: phaugens@sd13.org
Student Login Access Disabled - Friday, August 21st
DuJardin Parent Google Calendar
Want an easy way to track upcoming school activities, days off, and special events?
Click here to access the DuJardin Parent Google Calendar.
Tap "+ or Add Google Calendar" in the bottom right or left corner to sync it directly to your personal phone or computer calendar!
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Click here to view a Vacation Planning Guide for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Click here to view the Bloomingdale School District Calendar.
New this School Year - Early Release Wednesday
For the 2026-2027 school year, the district will transition from monthly Early Release days to weekly Early Release days.
Weekly Early Release Days on Wednesday: All Kindergarten - Fifth grade students will be released at 3:00 PM every Wednesday.
Virtual Information Day - Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Due to construction, DuJardin will NOT have an In-Person Information Day like previous years. All information related to Information Day, including classroom teacher, bus routes, and PTO information will be posted in ALMA or shared via email on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Home Room Teacher Information
Parents and students are able to log into their ALMA accounts on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to access their child's homeroom teacher. Click here for information on how to access your child(ren)'s classroom teacher on ALMA.
School Supplies
As we look ahead to the upcoming school year, we encourage families to begin gathering school supplies soon to ensure everything is ready for the first day. Popular items can sell out quickly, so shopping early is the best way to avoid last-minute stress and make sure your child has everything they need to start the year off strong.
Click here to view all grade level Supply Lists for the 2026-2027 school year.
Bus Information
Any student residing 1.5 miles or more from school or along a hazardous route (north of Lake Street, west of Bloomingdale Road, & east of Glen Ellyn Road) is entitled to bus service. All other students must pay to receive bus service. If you rode the bus last school year, we will be sure to route your child again this school year. If you are new to riding the bus, please use the following Google Form to let us know you need bus transportation.
If you are unsure if you need to pay for the bus service, please contact the DuJardin office at DJOffice@sd13.org. If you need to pay for the bus service, please do so in a timely manner using My School Bucks.
Transportation Fee: $475.00 for two-way and $237.50 for one-way
Want to track the location of the bus? Click here to read more about the First View App which is available to all families.
School Fees for 2026-2027 School Year
School fees for the 2026–2027 school year are now posted and available on MySchoolBucks. All payments are due by October 1st. Click here for step-by-step instructions to set up your account, review your balance, and submit your payment online. Thank you for helping us prepare for a fantastic school year!
Parents have an option to pay school fees by check. Feel free to stop by DuJardin when offices open to drop off your check.
Kindergarten Registration Fee: $150.00
First - Fifth Grade Registration Fee: $175.00
Transportation Fee: $475.00 for two-way and $237.50 for one-way
Meet the Teacher/Supply Drop-Off
DuJardin Elementary School will be hosting a Meet the Teacher/Supply Drop-Off event on Wednesday, September 9th, from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm for Kindergarten - 5th grade students. This is an opportunity for you and your child(ren) to come to DuJardin before school begins to 1) say hello to the teacher and 2) drop-off classroom supplies. We ask that parents or another adult accompany students to Meet the Teacher/Supply Drop-Off.
Before and After School Care
The Bloomingdale Park District provides before and after school care. Click here to view more information about before and after school care through the Bloomingdale Park District or check out their website at https://www.bloomingdaleparks.org/.
Health Information
Physical & Immunization Records: Students in Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, and new students must have a school physical and be current with required immunizations OR have a medically certified religious exemption on file. Health requirements are due no later than October 15 of the school year.
DuJardin PTO News
Welcome to the new school year! Because of the ongoing construction around DuJardin, we will be holding off on our fall Back to School Bash and hosting a huge End of the Year Bash in June 2027 instead! Look for more details on that celebration next spring.
Important PTO Items:
PTO August Meeting (Aug 24th) We will have a meeting on Monday, August 24, 5:30-6:30pm at the Bloomingdale Public Library. All are welcome! We will be discussing start-of-the-year events like dues collection, Jog-a-thon, Fall Fundraiser, holiday parties, and more.
Meet the Teacher (Sept. 9th): Stop by the PTO table to connect with board members, pay your $15 annual family PTO dues, and order a $5 Birthday Sign for your student!
Flyers Coming Home (Sept. 11): If you can't make it to Meet the Teacher, a flyer will be sent home with your child explaining how to submit dues and birthday sign requests.
Join Us on Facebook: Get connected with other families and get quick answers to your questions by joining the DuJardin Parents Group on Facebook.
Volunteer Opportunities: Closer to the start of school, we will share a Google Form to gather interest for yearly volunteer opportunities. We can't wait to partner with you!
DuJardin Spirit Wear
Click here to access the DuJardin Spirit Wear store. The store is open year round. Be BOLD and wear BLACK & GOLD. There's a DuJardin Back-to-School Sale going on right now! Get some new Jaguar gear and save up to 35% OFF sitewide before the sale ends on September 14th.
Arrival & Dismissal Procedures
Due to ongoing construction, we will be adjusting our arrival and dismissal routines for the upcoming school year. Please note that K–3 students will no longer line up on the side blacktop, as a secure fence will surround the construction area to ensure student safety.
To guarantee a safe environment, no active exterior construction will take place during student drop-off or pick-up times. Student safety is always our top priority. We will share specific arrival and dismissal details as we get closer to the first day of school!
Summer Learning Challenge
Math Fact Fluency
Practice Fluency Skills & Earn Brag Tags
We have selected specific math fact fluency skills from kindergarten - fifth grade. Enter the codes found below in the IXL search bar to access the math fact skill. Start with the kindergarten skills and work your way up through the grade levels. Reach a SmartScore of 90 or higher on all skills in the grade level and earn a brag tag.
Send a note to school or email your students teacher and office if....
Your child/ren is walking home or being picked up instead of taking the bus
Your child/ren is being picked up by someone other than who is on the pick up list
Your child/ren is going to kids place instead of taking the bus or vice versa
Your child/ren is leaving school early
As always if your child/ren will be absent from school please call the office.
Office Staff Contact Information:
Attendance Email:(used to report absences)
Office Email:(used for changes to bus/arrival/dismissal)
Nurse's Office Contact Information:
Jessica Rosero- jrosero@sd13.org
Birthday Sign
Want a fun way to say “Happy Birthday” to your child or a staff member?
How about having your birthday wishes on the DuJardin school digital sign!
How: Print out this form, complete the correct information below and return it to DuJardin by the 20th of the month before their birthday month. (For example, a November birthday should return the form by October 20th)
Cost: a suggested $5 minimum donation to the DuJardin PTO
Why: Your child or staff member will be surprised and excited to see her/his birthday announced for one week in lights during their birthday month!
Virtual Backpack
The Bloomingdale School District has a Virtual Backpack that is filled with flyers and information from various organizations located throughout Bloomingdale. Please click on the backpack if you are interested in activities or information from outside organizations. Virtual Backpack