Family Update

Good Afternoon!

There is something about a little bit warmer weather that puts a little pep in your step. I know it seems hard to believe but we are entering Week 8 of the quarter and it ends on Friday, March 13. If you have any questions or concerns please contact your child's teacher. We have one final P/T Conference night scheduled for Thursday, March 5 (3:00-6:30).

We are into one of our busiest and difficult portions of our calendar. Please check in with each other and if you need something, please contact us. We will take it slow, small, and daily. And before we know it Spring break will be here!

Good luck to all of our Winter sports programs who are finishing their seasons and heading into Tournament competition!

Have a great weekend!

Go Celts!

Mike

As a reminder please follow the traffic patterns on both sides of the building. We have had several reports of cars swerving in lanes and/or entering areas that are for exit only. If you are dropping off or picking up please allow yourself extra time and be mindful we have students that are entering/exiting the building.

A few extra minutes to keep everyone safe should be our priority. We will be monitoring the lots to ensure we are meeting these expectations. Thank you for your assistance with this.

Dublin City Schools will be administering the SAT to all 11th-grade students free of charge on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This opportunity is ONLY available for juniors. On Monday, February 9, juniors will receive details through their school email about an optional practice test.

Key Information:

• Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026

• Students Testing: All 11th-grade students are automatically registered.

• Students Not Testing: There will be a 3-hour delayed start for all other students. Please contact your building administrators if you have any questions.

March 2-6:

March 3: School Day SAT

March 4: Working Wednesday-Staff Meeting

March 5: P/T Conferences (3:00-6:30) and Celebration of Excellence (7 PM)

March 9-13:

March 13:

• End of Quarter 3
• Spring Panorama Window Opens

March 16-20:

March 17: CHOICE SAFETY DRILL (TBD)

March 20:

• Dodgeball
• DCS Job Fair

March 23-27:

March 24:

• FIRE DRILL
• United States Air Force Academy Winds (1PM)--more details to come!

March 25: Panorama Window Closes

March 26: Staff Spring Cookout

March 27: EID Lunch Celebration

March 30-April 3: 🌺SPRING BREAK🌺

Get your yearbook today! You may have it directly delivered to your house in the Fall or pick it up. Jerome delivers its yearbook in fall to be sure include all Spring Events.

Parents and Students,

It’s ready!!! Your Spring Spirit Wear Sale including some of the most popular items not available in our regular store. And delivered straight to your home! Just in time for Spring Sports!!

Just scan the QR code, or click button below to place your order!! Sales end on 2/26!! Order yours today!!!

Please join us on social media for the latest up to date information from the PTO

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1819262148247948

Twitter. https://twitter.com/JeromePto

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/djhspto/

This weekend is a great time to submit your applications!

• List of Local Scholarships
• Application Google Form

The secondary principal team across all three high schools and Emerald Campus has recently reviewed our graduation regalia policies. Given the significant increase in requests for various forms of recognition, we have established the following guidelines to ensure consistency and clarity for our ceremonies. These details will also be included in this week’s Family Update.

• Caps: Decoration of graduation caps is not permitted.

• GPA/Academic Distinction: Recognized via medals and/or academic cords.

• National Honor Society (NHS) and IB Diploma candidates will be recognized with stoles.

• Approved Additions: Military cords, Celebration of Excellence regalia, and Tolles stoles are permitted.

• Not Permitted: Regalia for individual clubs/activities or partner institutions (e.g., OSU, CSCC) are not permitted.

A few updates on the calendar including prom.

Great opportunity to look for a summer job!

7 of our Jerome teams made it onto the finals, ( we competed with Fort Hayes H.S., Marysville E.C.H.S., as well as Scioto H.S. as there were 14 total teams competing, and only the top 3 scoring teams from the preliminary rounds got to continue to the final round and compete on stage. Congrats to Iya Sensei and jher students.

LEVEL 2:

1st place: Serena Bai, David Wang, Diya Ruppa

2nd place: Kayla Steiner, Anne Courtemanche

LEVEL 3:

1st place: Aleese Fakir, Leah Fakir, Valentina Davila

2nd place: Ava Horner & Aimee Zhang

LEVEL 4:

1st place: Aaron Coleman, Shane Summers, Rei Sykes

2nd place: Jonas Kan, Sanvi Kustagishettar, Claire Kim

ALSO THE TOP SCORING TEAM FROM THE ENTIRE COMPETITION GOT A $2500 CHECK TO HELP COVER COSTS TO GO TO NATIONALS, AND THAT TEAM IS GOING TO DC IN APRIL TO COMPETE!

NATIONALS: Aleese Fakir, Leah Fakir, Valentina Davila

DJHS Crochet Club and Hope Unites All (a youth-led initiative here in Dublin) are teaming up to crochet handmade hearts for elementary students in France.Their goal is to send these hearts as messages of love and encouragement to bring the children happiness and show them that people care about them.

You are invited to join the club at their next meeting! See graphic for details!

This weekend, Model UN students attended a competition organized by Georgetown University in DC and did a great job! This is one of the most prestigious high school Model UN competitions in the country with about 3,000 students from all over the US and the world! We are proud of their collaboration, teamwork and support for each other!

Congrats on the following awards:

Advik Behera - Outstanding delegate

Ridam Shah - Verbal commendation

And last but not least, our delegation won the Outstanding Small Delegation award!

Congrats to Reya Makadia (12th) and Sarah Zhang (9th) who spent 2 days rehearsing with national directors and had the privilege of performing at Carnegie Hall on Sunday 2/8 with the Honors Performance Series, an international orchestra experience.

Summer Leaders Experience (SLE)—a rigorous five-day, overnight immersion led entirely by current West Point cadets.
SLE offers an authentic look at cadet life and challenges students academically, militarily, physically, and socially. Participants will experience:

• Hands-on academic workshops: Choose from 17 sessions taught by West Point faculty.
• Physical and military training: Army PT workouts, obstacle courses (indoor and outdoor), the Candidate Fitness Assessment (CFA), and more.
• Leadership and character development: Team-building exercises, the Leader Reaction Course, ethics discussions, and cadet-led activities.
• Applications for SLE open on February 15.

LEARN MORE:

• Check out the SLE 2025 VIDEO to learn more about the experience.
• West Point Summer Leaders Experience

Ohio Business Week (OBW) is a six-day, five-night residential learning camp presented by the Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio and held June 21-26, 2026 for high school students from across the state.

Qualifications

• Attend are that the high school student is a rising sophomore, junior, or senior;
• 3.0 GPA; and has no significant discipline issues.

This program is not only for students with a passion for business, but the skills learned during the camp will translate to whatever career path a student may choose. Register for our 2026 summer camp at www.ohiobusinessweek.org. Cost is $499 for the entire week and scholarships are available.

Many of our Jerome students have community service initiatives tied to their IB Program or club affiliation. If you would like to learn more, click on the images below.

Be Wiser Camp at The College of Wooster June 15-20. With a full daily curriculum in physics, chemistry, biology, and many more advanced topics, B-WISER is an inquiry-based learning experience.

Organized and led by the Department of Philosophy at The Ohio State University, this week-long summer learning program is designed to introduce high school students to the exciting world of philosophy through engaging and dynamic discussions, guest lectures and collaborative problem-solving. Over the course of the week, you’ll reflect on issues you care about most, practice critical thinking skills, share some laughs and tackle a few of the biggest questions in philosophy today.

For more information, visit: philosophy.osu.edu/pact

Nominations for 3rd quarter will open in January.

"Awarded to those whose journey inspires us all." The Trailblazer Award celebrates those who boldly embrace the journey and inspire others along the way. Like true trailblazers, they open new doors of possibility, lead with heart, and encourage others to grow by walking beside them.

If you would like to nominate a DJHS staff member please complete the form below. The deadlines to submit your nomination for Quarter 3 by March 13, by 4:00 pm.

There can be time especially during the holiday season that you can feel alone--Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

ALL-SPORTS PASSES. All-sports passes are currently on sale for the 2025-2026 school year. This pass is valid for all regular season sporting events held at Dublin Jerome High School for the 2025-2026 school year. There’s student ($68), single adult ($113), and family ($268) options. Click on the Jerome Athletics Ticket Box Office to purchase!

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GO CELTS!

2.20.26

Upload Absence Documentation via Campus Parent Portal

Dublin City Schools families now have a new, convenient option for submitting absence documentation through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Receive a medical note after reporting your child’s absence? Instead of sending a paper copy or a separate email, simply log in and upload it directly to the existing request.

• After logging in, select More and then Absence Request. Click View Requests, locate the prior absence in the list, and open it. From there, select Upload Document and choose your file.
• Using this feature saves paper, eliminates an extra trip to the office and reduces additional emails to attendance secretaries. It is a small step that helps streamline processes across Dublin City Schools. We appreciate families taking advantage of this new option to support efficient, timely communication.

Sold Out? Not for you! Bid in the "DEF Elevate Education" Silent Auction

• Even if you missed a seat at the upcoming Dublin Education Foundation’s Elevate Education event, you can still bid on more than $30,000 in prizes—no ticket required!
• The online auction is open to the entire DCS community, and 100% of proceeds fund innovative projects in our schools. Score one of 65+ incredible items, including getaways, local gift cards, and coveted front-row graduation seats. Plus, don't miss our NEW Balloon Pop for a chance at a $500 grand prize! Unlock the Details & Registration Info!

Math Curriculum Review - Math Resources Open House

As part of Dublin’s regular Curriculum Review Cycle, the district is currently evaluating current and potential resources to support K-12 instruction in mathematics. Parents are invited to an Open House at Emerald Campus on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 5-7 p.m. to view the resources and provide input in this important decision.Resources being considered in this review include:

• Bridges in Mathematics, 3rd Edition (K-5)
• Amplify Desmos Math (K-Algebra II)
• Carnegie ClearMath (6-8)
• McGraw Hill Reveal Math (6-Algebra II)

Dublin Parents of Black Students (DPBSA) Celebration

Come join Dublin Parents of Black Students Association (DPBSA) at our family friendly Black History Class as we commemorate 100 years of Black History Celebrations. Come learn, play and fellowship with us! Light refreshments will be provided.

When: Sunday, February 22. 2:30- 4:00pm

Where: Kaltenbach Community Center

Who: All ages

Please RSVP if you plan to attend so we can plan accordingly. Hope to see you there!

From the City of Dublin

Join us at CitizenU

Ever wonder how the City of Dublin operates? CitizenU takes you behind the scenes, connecting you with City leaders, frontline staff and neighbors who care. Curiosity encouraged. Applications close March 17. Reserve Your Seat for CitizenU.

Don’t Watch the Parade from the Sidelines: Be a Part of it!

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the perfect opportunity to showcase your neighborhood, club, team or company. Apply to be a part of the Greenest, Grandest Parade. Applications are due Feb. 27.

Parade volunteers are also needed! Help bring leprechauns to life, create dynamic balloon displays or provide behind-the-scenes support on Saturday, March 14. There’s a role for everyone, and we couldn’t do it without you!

Dublin’s Story. Our Future.

The State of the City is around the corner! Join us March 5 at The Exchange at Bridge Park as we reflect on Dublin’s place in U.S. history and look ahead to what’s next for our community. Enjoy a community reception, engagement stations and the State of the City presentation beginning at 5:30 p.m. RSVP to the State of the City Today!

Finding Balance in the Digital World is a campaign from Dublin City Schools designed to help families reset their relationship with screen time and digital habits. Through short, engaging podcast episodes, local experts and educators share personal stories and practical tips to support parents and students in building healthier digital routines.

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Administrative Team

Principal: Mr. Mike Aurin

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Donita Hampton(Last Names A-E)

Assistant Principal: Mr. Mike Wayt (Last Names F-Lin)

Dean of Building Leadership Mrs. Julie Schoeler (Last Name Lip-R)

Assistant Principal: Dr. Bryan Arnold (Last Names S-Z)

Athletic Director: Mr. Jay Schwanke

Email: Jerome_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://jerome.dublinschools.net/
Location: 8300 Hyland-Croy Road, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614-873-7377
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