Jaguar Journal

Location: 166 Euclid Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 894-9200

Website: DuJardin Elementary School

Twitter: @D13Jaguars

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

We’re excited for a fun-filled Field Day tomorrow! Please make sure your child comes prepared for a full day outside. Students should bring the following:

• A healthy lunch & snack(s)

• A refillable water bottle

• Sunscreen (applied at home)

• Towel

• A hat and/or sunglasses (optional but recommended)

• Comfortable clothes and gym shoes

Please note: Only parents who signed up in advance to volunteer may attend Field Day. We appreciate your understanding and support!

DuJardin is hosting a Lunch with a Loved One(s) event on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, during the lunch period. Bring a picnic lunch and blanket for you and your child(ren) to eat OUTSIDE on school grounds. Come a little early to pick a spot and then meet your children by the back doors of the building. Click here to RSVP for this event.

Important Notes:

Open to all family members! You are not limited to just one Loved One!

Lunch will begin at 11:55 am for all students.

Kids will enjoy lunch the entire time with their Loved One(s)

The last day of the school year is Thursday, June 5th for students in First - Fifth grade. This will be an Early Release Day (1:40 pm dismissal). The last day for kindergarten will be Wednesday, June 4th.

Join us as we celebrate our amazing 5th grade students with a special Clap Out on the last day of school! We invite parents to line the front of the building as we give our Jaguars one final round of applause before they head off to Westfield Middle School. The fifth grade students will parade up and down the hallways of DuJardin before exiting the front doors around 1:35 pm.

Help us send them off with cheers, smiles, and lots of Jaguar pride!

At DuJardin, we take great pride in creating a school environment where every student feels valued, supported, and connected. A strong sense of belonging is essential for academic success and personal growth, and we work intentionally to build that foundation each day.

To help us understand how our students are feeling, we regularly administer a Connection Card Survey. This brief check-in allows students to share how connected they feel to staff members and peers. It also helps us identify any students who may need additional support.

Below are the results from our most recent survey, which provide us with valuable insight as we continue our efforts to ensure every child feels seen, heard, and known.

We wanted to inform you that your child’s Spring MAP assessment results will be sent home next week as a hard copy. These results provide valuable information about your child’s academic growth in reading and math over the school year.

In addition, End-of-Year Report Cards will be available to view in ALMA on Thursday, June 5th. Please log in to your ALMA parent account on or after that date to review your child’s final grades for the year.

If you have any questions about the MAP results or report cards, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or the school office.

As a reminder, please obey all posted speed limit signs and drive cautiously through the neighborhood, especially during school arrival and dismissal times at DuJardin. Please reduce your speed, especially during arrival and dismissal times, when pedestrian traffic is at its highest.

Children may be walking, biking, or playing near the road, and they can be unpredictable. It’s essential to remain alert, avoid distractions, and come to a complete stop at all stop signs and crosswalks. Even a few miles over the speed limit can make a significant difference in reaction time.

Let’s work together to ensure a safe environment for all our students, families, and neighbors. Your caution and care behind the wheel will help protect lives and set a positive example for our children.

• Friday, May 30th: Field Day

Last Week of School

• Tuesday, June 3rd: Lunch with a Loved One

• Wednesday, June 4th: Last Day of School for Kindergarten & 5th Grade Party/Picnic

• Thursday, June 5th: Last Day of School (Grades 1-5) (Early Release)

• Saturday, June 7th: 60th Anniversary Pool Party at Oasis 6-9pm

As we are ending the year please read through the attached document pertaining to medication pick up and preparing for next year.

Health Office End of Year Info

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and understanding about mental health issues. At DuJardin, we recognize the importance of supporting the mental well-being of our students, families, and staff members.

As parents, you play a crucial role in nurturing your child's mental health. It's essential to create an open and supportive environment where your child feels comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings. Encouraging healthy habits such as regular exercise, nutritious eating, and adequate sleep can also positively impact mental well-being. Here are some suggestions on how you can help support your child's mental well-being:

1. Open Communication & Active Listening
2. Establish Routines
3. Promote Healthy Habit
4. Limit Screen Time Practice
5. Mindfulness Seek Support When Needed

School District 13 is excited to continue the CARES program—an innovative, community-centered initiative designed to improve access to quality mental health services. CARES (Community, Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement, and Support) connects families with local mental health providers based on individual needs, simplifying the process of finding help and scheduling appointments.

Click here for more information about the CARES program in the Bloomingdale School District.

This year marks a special milestone—DuJardin Elementary is celebrating its 60th anniversary! To honor this occasion, we will be holding a celebration assembly with students at the end of the month. The awesome DJ PTO will also be hosting a 60th Anniversary POOL PARTY at the Oasis on Saturday, June 7th. Each week from now until the end of the school year, we will be sharing some fun and interesting facts from each decade that DuJardin has served the Bloomingdale Community. A lot has happened in 60 years.

Technology & Innovation

• Facebook launched in 2004, originally just for college students—by the end of the decade, everyone was joining.
  
  

• YouTube was created in 2005, changing how people shared and watched videos.
  
  

• The first iPhone was released in 2007, revolutionizing smartphones.
  
  

• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi became everyday tools by the mid-2000s.
  

🎮 Gaming & Gadgets

• The Nintendo Wii (2006) got families moving with motion-controlled gaming.
  
  

• iPods were the must-have music device—"1,000 songs in your pocket!"
  
  

• Webkinz, Silly Bandz, and Razor scooters were major kid trends.
  

🎤 Music & Pop Culture

• Pop icons like Beyoncé, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, and Eminem dominated the charts.
  
  

• High School Musical, Hannah Montana, and American Idol were huge hits for kids and teens.
  
  

• The Harry Potter book and film series captivated millions worldwide.
  
  

• Twilight launched a vampire craze in 2005 with the release of the first book.
  

🧥 Fashion & Trends

• Low-rise jeans, cargo pants, denim everything, and trucker hats were in.
  
  

• Livestrong bracelets, Ugg boots, and skinny scarves became iconic 2000s items.
  
  

• Bright-colored iMacs made computers more fun.
  

🌍 World Events & History

• The tragic 9/11 attacks in 2001 changed the world forever.
  
  

• Barack Obama was elected in 2008 as President of the United States.
  
  

• Natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina (2005) had major impacts.
  
  

• The Great Recession began in 2008, affecting jobs and housing worldwide.
  

🧠 Fun Fact:

• In the year 2000, the average cost of a new house in the U.S. was around $207,000.

One of the goals of the Bloomingdale Parks Foundation is to support families in need who would like to participate in Park District programs. Scholarships are available to residents of the Bloomingdale Park District.

If your child is interested in one of the Park District’s offerings and you believe your family may benefit from financial assistance, we encourage you to apply. You can scan the QR code from this flyer or visit www.bloomingdaleparks.org/parks-foundation/get-involved to learn more and complete the interest form.

A Park District representative will review submitted materials based on the criteria provided and will follow up with you directly.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need support during the application process.

Click here to view the flyer with the QR Code and additional information.

Click here to view the May edition of THE DEN created by the Better Together Club. Better Together is a dynamic group of 5th-grade students at DuJardin who are passionate about fostering a sense of community across all grade levels. This club collaborates to write and publish a school-wide newspaper that highlights events, achievements, and stories from every grade.

Click here to view current and previous editions of THE DEN.

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)

DJAttendance@sd13.org

Office Email:(used for changes to bus/arrival/dismissal)

DJOffice@sd13.org

Nurse's Office Contact Information:

Jessica Rosero- jrosero@sd13.org

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!

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

Important Links & Info:

Arrival/Dismissal Procedures

AR Program

Handbook talk presentation

First View Information (track the location of the bus)

DuJardin Parent/Student Calendar

Recess during Cold Weather

Report Card Information

Nurse Information

School Store

Lunch Procedures