PJHS Parent Weekly

Hello PJHS Families,

This week, upon our return, we welcomed back the month of December and our students. We are officially in the home stretch before winter break is here. With that being said, we have the next few weeks filled with busy activities and events so please read all the information included in the next few weeks to be informed of any dates, updates, etc.

This week we will have our Jr. High band and choir concert at the High School. Please feel free to come and listen to the beautiful music that these students have worked hard with their teachers to put on an outstanding performance.

Additionally, student council will be selling Candy Cane Grams this week (see information below) to show appreciation towards someone special. After sales this week, they will be delivered on December 18th by our student council members.

Again, just another reminder that In the event that we would need an E-Learning day this season, you will see below the attached information of the PJHS E-Learning plan. It includes all the expectations and procedures your student will need to know to complete their E-learning day. Attached to the E-Learning plan is also a schedule that will be followed for that day. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Please also look below to see the information from our wonderful PTO to see all the upcoming events, important dates, and other reminders. The Pancake Breakfast will soon be upon us, so look at all auction opportunities, events, and volunteer opportunities included from the PTO in the bottom of this communication. It is a great event, so we hope many families can join us for this event.

As always, please look carefully below at all information, so you can be updated on the latest school and community events and important dates.

We look forward to another great week ahead,

Thank you!

Please see the attachment regarding E-Learning expectations and procedures for PJHS, along with the E-Learning Schedule.

We are pleased to inform you that the Miles for Smiles Program will be back sometime in March (exact date to be determined) to PJHS! Please look at the attached documents regarding information about the program and how to sign up. Any student that signs up will receive free dental service, but permission slips have to be completed.

Dental Exam Reminder:

"Reminder! All 2nd, 6th, and 9th grade students are required to turn in a completed dental examination form. School dental examinations must be completed within the 18 months prior to May 15, 2026. Any dental exam completed between 11/15/2024-05/15/2026 would be acceptable. Dental examination forms may be found on the school website. Please have these forms turned in as early as possible. Thank you!"

Please look over the student handbook for all policies and procedures for Peotone Junior High.

Please refer to the Chromebook policy for PJHS students. Please also try and remind your child to charge his/her Chromebook everyday to limit infractions of the policy.

Click below for the PTO linktree, which will be updated throughout the year with the latest information, fundraisers, and event details!

1. Silent Auction is Open

Want to shoot hoops at recess with your favorite teacher? Or have a special lunch together playing board games? How about getting a ride to school in a firetruck or with Office Stankus in a police car? Our wonderful teachers and staff have donated these and so many other great experiences to bid on!

Check out the auction site here https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/peotone-pto-2025-silent-auction to review the list of items and place your bid!

Keep checking the site as it will show you the current highest bid and you'll have until Saturday, December 13th at 12noon to make sure you come out on top! Happy bidding!

2. Gift Card Raffle Trees

Each year the Pancake Breakfast offers a variety of raffle items and one of the FAVORITES are the grade level/school raffle trees! We are continuing our tradition and need your support! Please help us trim the tree with gift cards that match the theme for your grade level/school. Letters have been sent home with your student with more details and the theme for each grade level. You can also donate directly to your grade level through our online store https://ptoraffletrees2025.cheddarup.com

3. Pancake Breakfast is coming up!

It's almost time for the most wonderful day of the year - Peotone's Christmas in the Village! Join us at the PTO's Pancake Breakfast to kick off the day!

When: Saturday, December 13th from 8am-12pm

Where: Peotone High School

Tickets: $7 (children pre-k and under are free) - Skip the line and buy your tickets in advance online https://2025-pto-pancake-breakfast.cheddarup.com

• Volunteers Needed - we are looking for more kitchen volunteers to help us whip up those delicious pancakes. Please consider grabbing 1 shift and helping us out - it makes a huge difference in the success of the day!

4. Thank you for supporting us!

We know it's a busy time of year but we truly appreciate this community and your support! For those who ordered spiritwear items - they will be delivered to your child's school by 12/15. Square One Art items will be shipped directly to your home!

5. Stay Connected with the PTO

This is a busy time of year so to make it easy, stay connected to us to keep up-to-date on our upcoming fundraisers and other event details! https://linktr.ee/peotonepto

12/11-Choir/Band Concert @ PHS @7pm

12/13-PTO Pancake Breakfast 8am-12pm

12/15-6th Grade Field Trip to the museum of Science and Industry

12/15-Board of Education Meeting @6 @ PHS

12/15 to 12/19-Holiday Spirit Week

12/19-Common Plan Dismissal @ 1:40 (lunch will be served)

12/19-2nd Quarter Ends

12/22 to 1/2-Winter Break

1/5-NO SCHOOL (Teacher Institute)

1/6-School resumes for students

1/6-3rd Quarter Begins

Assistant Principal: Natalie Harden

Main Office: 708-258-3246

Location: 1 Blue Devil Dr., Peotone, IL 60468