Week of August 5, 2025

Video message from Mr. Mocon

Hello Schaumburg High School! I hope you’ve been enjoying a restful and joyful summer!

My name is Tom Mocon, and I’m incredibly excited and honored to introduce myself as the new principal of Schaumburg High School. As I step into this role, I do so with deep respect for the strong tradition of excellence at SHS and a focus on what matters most: our students.

At SHS, we believe in the power of the experience students have to shape lives. Our school’s purpose of We Empower Students to GROW guides every decision we make. Our purpose, along with our shared vision to be an innovative and thriving school community, is more than just words. It’s a promise that we will create a high school experience where all students feel seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

As principal, my purpose is to elevate what’s strong and ignite what’s next, so that every experience fuels growth & possibility. Whether it's in the classroom, on the field, on the stage, or in our hallways, I want every student to feel they belong and that they are developing into the best version of themselves.

This work is not done alone. It takes a partnership between school and home, staff and families, students and their community. I look forward to getting to know you and working together to create the kind of environment where all students can thrive.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve this incredible community. The 2025–2026 school year is filled with promise, and I can’t wait to get started! Go Saxons!

Last week, teachers came together within their departments to collaborate, reflect, and plan with intention. These sessions were more than just meetings—they were opportunities to connect as colleagues, inspire one another, and dig into our shared WHY, HOW, and WHAT. Rooted in our school’s purpose to empower students to grow and our vision of cultivating meaningful relationships and continuous learning, this work laid the foundation for a strong start to the school year. As we prepare to welcome students back, we’re energized by the commitment, creativity, and collaboration we’ve seen. Here’s to an amazing year ahead—filled with growth, learning, and connection!

August 11: Opening Day of School

IHSA Fall Sports Begin

August 11- August 15: School Safety & Expectations Week

August 13 & August 15: School Photos

August 19: Late Start 8:50am

Fall Sports Photos 3:00pm

Pre-Season Student Athlete Information Night 7:00pm

August 20: Saxon Boosters Dine-2-Donate at Chipotle

August 27: Activity Showcase

August 28: Early Dismissal 11:50am

Parent Open House 7:00pm

Our school counselors met with students on the first day to review and discuss their schedules. They will be available outside of Student Services tomorrow, August 12th.

If you have any questions about your child’s schedule, please contact the Student Services Department at 857-755-4630. If you're unsure who your child’s counselor is, don’t worry—we’re happy to help connect you. For your reference, your child’s assigned counselor can also be found in Infinite Campus.

Morning Drop-Off Reminder: Please follow the designated drop-off zones for a safe and smooth arrival. If you are entering off Schaumburg Road, the designated drop-off is at Door 2. If you are entering off Grand Central, the designated drop-off is at Door 1. Pull all the way forward before stopping, and keep students in the car until you reach the designated drop-off area. Thank you for keeping our students safe!

If your child has been excluded on the first day of school due to non-compliance with health requirements, please contact the Nurse's Office with any questions at 847-755-4663.

A complete breakfast costs $2.00 and lunch costs $2.75 - $3.50. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. All students must use their student ID card to access meal benefits and prepayment accounts. Credit card payments can be made using the food service payment system at www.myschoolbucks.com. If parents do not have a current MySchoolBucks account, they will need to set up a new account. Parents can view balances and transaction history, create low-balance email alerts, and set up automatic account replenishment. If you previously had an automatic payment scheduled, please review the status for this school year. All-District 211 account balances from the previous school year will roll over into the new school year.

You may fill out an application if you are a part of the 2026 or 2027 graduating class and have a valid Driver's License. Sophomore students can ONLY apply to be entered in a lottery for 2nd semester.

• Parking Permit Application

Please be reminded that construction is currently underway on Salem Drive. As a result, northbound travel on Salem Drive is not permitted at the intersection with Weathersfield Way. All northbound traffic has been rerouted to Braintree Drive. With the increased traffic and potential delays, we kindly ask families to allow extra time in the morning to ensure students arrive at school on time. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

School Portrait Day is coming up! Mark your calendars:

• Freshman & Sophomore Photos – Wednesday, August 13th

• Junior & Senior Photos – Friday, August 15th

After Picture Day, you’ll receive an email when your images are ready to view online. You can also visit vipis.com shortly after photos are taken to search for your images.

From there, you’ll be able to:

• View your images

• Order photo packages (delivered directly to your home)

• Select your image for the yearbook – Please do this before a photo is chosen for you.

For assistance, contact VIP at support@vipis.com.

In our End-of-Year newsletter last year, we shared the exciting news that our Family & Consumer Science Department was getting a fresh remodel to better serve and inspire our future chefs, designers, and life-skill leaders. We’re thrilled to announce — it’s complete! Take a look at the transformation now!

The Saxon Marching Band had a great time welcoming fans and playing the national anthem at the Schaumburg Boomers game last Tuesday! Many thanks to the Boomers for the invitation to perform and to all of our SHS families and friends for coming out to support the band and enjoy a night out.

Hey Saxons! Are you interested in being involved in SHS Theatre this year? Check out our informational meeting this Tuesday, August 11th! We can't wait to get started.

🎭 Improv Comedy Auditions – This Thursday! 🎭
Think fast, be funny, and join the fun!
📅 When: This Thursday
📍 Where: Room 57
📲 Scan the QR code to sign up!
❓ Questions? See Ms. Micheletto or Ms. Kern.

Athletic Registration Now Open!

If your child is interested in participating in a Fall Sport, please register through Infinite Campus.

Fall sports include:

• Boys and Girls Cross Country

• Boys Football

• Girls Flag Football

• Boys and Girls Golf

• Girls Swim & Dive

• Boys Soccer

• Girls Tennis

• Girls Volleyball

• Sideline Cheer

• Poms

Don't miss the opportunity to get involved! Register today!

The Schaumburg Saxons Boosters are always looking to connect with new families. Check out our webpage at https://shsvip.givebacks.com for more information and consider purchasing a membership or making a donation if you haven't already done so this school year.

Stock up on our new Saxon spirit wear. Please visit the Saxon School Store to see all the items available!