May 1-8

• Spring Update: The Home Stretch!

May has officially arrived, and we are officially in the home stretch of a fantastic school year! As we gear up for a busy and exciting month, here are a few important updates and reminders for our Jungman families.

🌸 Mother’s Day Assembly: May 8

We can’t wait to celebrate the amazing mothers and role models in our community!

• Doors Open: 8:30 AM

• Performance Starts: 9:00 AM (Promptly)

• RSVP Required: Please fill out the RSVP form [Link Here] to let us know you’re coming.

Special Perk: A huge thank you to our local favorite, Pochos, for donating a delicious brunch! Parents who RSVP in advance will be first in line for this fabulous meal.

We will also be selling:

• Fresh flowers 💐

• Student-made keychains 🔑

• Raffle tickets for some incredible 8th-grade gift baskets!

🏆 Track & Field Success

A massive shout-out to our Track team for their incredible performance representing Network 7 and 8 (competing against over 50 schools!).

• Boys Team: 1st Place Champions!

• Girls Team: 2nd Place Winners!

Good luck at the City Competition: We are so proud of our student-athletes moving on to City: Chloe, Addison, Sebastian, Noah, and Matthew. Go get ‘em!

🍎 Staff Appreciation Week

Next week is all about celebrating the hardworking team here at Jungman.

• Wednesday Potluck: We are still looking for donations to make our staff potluck a success! If you can contribute, please sign up here [Link Here]. Thank you to everyone who has already stepped up!

• Share the Love: Please consider writing a short note of appreciation to our teachers and support staff. They work tirelessly every day to make Jungman a great place for your children, and a kind word goes a long way.

Buy One Get One Free Bookfair is OPEN from May 7-May 15

Staff Appreciation Week

EOY Testing for Star 360 and iReady

May 5-

May 6- Spring Sprints start for after school enrichment, Staff Potluck, Parents can sign up here to bring in treats for our staff

May 7- STEAM Fest Winners head to the Field to compete in the CIty Challenge

May 8- Mother's Day Assembly (RSVP HERE)

Buy One Get One Free Bookfair is OPEN from May 7-May 15

EOY Testing for Star 360 and iReady

May 11--Local School Council Meeting 1:45; 8th grade Boat Trip

May 12

May 13

May 14-7th and 8th Grade Algebra Exit Exam, TEAM Meeting

May 15-Staff Vs. 8th Grade Volleyball Game

Classroom Ice Cream Parties will happen this week from the TEAM Big 10 Fundraiser

May 18

May 19

May 20--8th Grade Awards and Book Signing 12:00 pm

May 21

May 22-8th Grade Springfield Trip; 3rd-5th Walking trip to Ping Tom Park

May 25--Memorial Day! No Classes

May 26-Student Device Collection

May 27-Student Device Collection

May 28-1st Grade Field Trip

May 29- 8th Grade Graduation 9:00 AM; May attendance incentives

June 1-Kinder Step-Up Celebration 9:00 am; LSC Meeting 1:45 pm; PreK Picnics

June 2-Field Day @ Dvorak Park

June 3

June 4-LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS! EOY Award for grades 1st-7th @ 9:00 am; Report Cards Distributed

June 5

There are changes that will roll out begining in February for the State of Illinois regarding SNAP benefits. Please visit these links that has information that CPS is providing to our families. As always, if you have questions, wonderings, or if need support, please don't hesitate to reach out

Updates: English | Spanish

You can also visit this website from the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) for complete and up-to-date information on SNAP benefits, and you can visit CPS’ SNAP page at cps.edu/snap.

Due to a lack of commitment, we have to cancel our Girls Soccer and Boys Flag Football this Spring. We will try again next year!

Good luck to our Track and Field Team who are already earning medals in their events!

To volunteer at Jungman, you need clearance, EVERY SCHOOL YEAR, from Chicago Public Schools! This requires a few steps!

1. Login/Create an account online
2. Bring your photo ID to the office or email it to Ms. Jessica at jmoreno83@cps.edu
3. WATCH for an email from CPS that has a video you need to watch. When you complete the video, you download and send a copy of the certificate to volunteer@cps.edu

If you don't follow these steps, you will not be approved! This is not a Jungman policy, this is a District Policy!

The Eagle Alliance Movement (TEAM) is a dedicated group of parent volunteers who bring our school community to life! They plan exciting events, organize fundraisers, and support key student initiatives—all with the goal of making our school stronger and more connected.

Everything they do is powered by 100% volunteer energy, creativity, and care. From community-building events to fundraising efforts, TEAM works hard to create opportunities for families, students, and staff to come together.

Check out the section below for their community initiatives, fundraising projects, and this year’s calendar of events.

If you’d like to learn more, get involved, or share ideas, reach out anytime at hello@teamjungman.org TEAM would love to hear from you!

February 17th: Connie's Pizza Fundraiser! See flyer above!

February 26-March 16: Penny Wars! Goal is raise over 1000.00 in a fun way that puts grade band against each other. These funds help support the purchasing of supplies for each classroom like lysol wipes and paper towels

Email: svmazenis@cps.edu
Website: jungmanstem.org

Phone: (773) 534-7376