The BULLetin
November 17, 2022
Upcoming Events and Reminders
Please read the information in The BULLetin in it's entirety. This is our weekly communication to bring you up to speed on all important information.
Important information, upcoming events, and details can be found further in the Bulletin.
The BULLetin Information:
- **NEW** Murphy Celebrations
- General Updates and Information
- **NEW** Toys for Tots Information
- **NEW** Murphy Spirit Wear
- **NEW** OEHS Elective Selection (for 8th graders)
- Basketball Concessions Sign-Up
- **REMINDER** Restaurant Night TONIGHT- Lou Malnati's
- Murphy Book Fair Information
- YEARBOOK
- **NEW** Eagle Scout Project
- Service Hour Form and Opportunities
- Maverick Market Donations
- OEHS German Christmas Celebration
- Student Services Information
- Upcoming Important Dates and Events
Murphy Celebrations
Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Walsh for being selected for the Mary Roe Award from the Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers. Mrs. Walsh had the opportunity to attend a ceremony in Denver to receive this honorable award. Congratulations, Mrs. Walsh!
Please see below for the Mission and Goals of ALER and to learn more, please visit: aleronline.org
Our Mission
ALER seeks to stimulate the self-development and professional growth of professors, teachers, reading specialists and students at all educational levels. We encourage the continuing improvement of college and university curricula and assist preparation programs for teachers and reading specialists. Our members work at the forefront of policy, pedagogy and practice. Further, we encourage the continuing improvement of administrative, clinical, diagnostic and instructional practices related to the learning process.
Our Goals
- To stimulate the self-development and professional growth of teachers and reading specialists at all educational levels;
- To encourage the continuing improvement of college and university curricula and encourage preparation programs for teachers and reading specialists; and,
- To encourage the continuing improvement of administrative, clinical, diagnostic, and instructional practices related to the learning process.
The Murphy Math team had their first competition on Saturday at Marmion Academy. Congratulations to team one, Kushan Bonela, Lohith Kunapareddy, Aria Adueni, Shrihitha Ketha, and Henry Nyambat for their first place team win!
General Updates and Important Information
Student Support Time
Students and families- Please see the linked SST plan for the week. All students have a designated activity for each day of the week that they are expected to follow. We will work around extenuating circumstances, however, students are expected to follow this plan weekly.
Monday: AVID Organization
Tuesday: SuccessMaker (Algebra 1 students work on Prodigy)
Wednesday: SuccessMaker
Thursday: Second Step SEL Activities
Friday: SEL extension if needed, read The BULLetin, Independent Reading
REMINDER: Spirit Days
Remember, Mavericks, you're where you belong...make us proud! Every week, we have TWO spirit days...on Wednesdays, we promote colleges and careers. Feel free to wear your favorite college or career shirts/hoodies/sweats for the day. And of course, Fridays are always Maverick days...wear your favorite Murphy Maverick gear or red/black/white. We're excited to see everyone in this together!
REMINDER: Cell Phones/AirPods/Personal Devices:
Students: The Junior High district policy is that cell phones are off and out of sight from 8:10am-3:10pm. Cell phones and other personal devices will be confiscated if they are in sight during the school day. Consequences may be issued. So far, so good!
Parents: Please be sure to have a discussion with your student regarding cell phones and other devices during the school day. Our focus on academics is a priority and the use of cell phones for personal use takes away from our focus. We appreciate your understanding. If you need to reach your student, it is important that you contact the main office to share a message. We can get that message to your child.
Toys for Tots
It's that time of year again! Beginning Monday November 14h and running through December 9th, Murphy Junior High School in conjunction with the Oswego Fire Protection District will be participating in the Annual Toys for Tots Program.
Murphy Junior High will be collecting NEW toys to donate to families in the community who are currently having financial difficulties. Gifts should be $10 and up, unwrapped and can be for children of all ages. Donated gifts should be something similar to what you would like to receive for the holiday so please keep that in mind! Here's how to win!!! First and foremost, you need to donate NEW GIFTS that are priced $10 and up! Students should bring all the toys to their homeroom rep in exchange for a raffle ticket. On December 9th, 15 lucky winners will have the chance to serve as Murphy’s "elves for the day" WITH A FRIEND OF CHOICE. These elves will attend this year’s Toys for Tots Pizza Party and will help load up Murphy's toys with the Oswego Fire Department as well as have their picture taken with the local fire department, which will then be submitted to the local newspaper. In addition to that, the homeroom who has the highest number of toys donated will win a doughnut party! Please do your part and help support our community during a time of need!
Pick up your toy today! The more you donate the better chance you have to participate in this special event!!
Themed Weeks
Nov 14-22
Wheelthemed toys
Nov 28-Dec 2
Sports and Technology themed toys
Dec 5- 9
Games, Crafts or Books
Murphy Spirit Wear
OE High School Elective Selection (for 8th graders)
Completing Course Requests in Tyler
Basketball Concession Sign-Up (PTO)
Lou Malnati's Restaurant Night: TONIGHT!!
Enjoy your pizza!
Lou Malnati's Restaurant
2879 West 95th Street
(630) 904-4222
Yearbook Information
ORDER YOUR MURPHY 2022-2023 YEARBOOK TODAY
Top Reasons To Order
- Printed pictures of all the things.
- Your future self will thank you.
- Signing day is the best day.
- So. Many. Memories
- It's the lowest price of the year!
Order yours today!
NOW $32.00 - Price will increase after November 11th!
Questions? Contact Ms. Fell - efell@sd308.org
Eagle Scout Project
Murphy Junior High Service Hour Information
Murphy Junior High Service Hour Verification Form
AVID Maverick Market
The Maverick Market is opening! The store gives all students opportunities to cash in their Bullseyes that are earned for making good choices throughout the week. Take a look at the Maverick Market Wishlist linked here and below!
We are respectfully asking for donations for the following items:
Individually wrapped small sized candy (jolly ranchers, mints, etc.)
Gift cards in smaller dollar amounts ($5, $10, $15) to places like: McDonalds, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Five Below, etc.)
Small fidgets (stress balls, rubix cube, putty, or other sensory items)
Mechanical pencils or fun writing utensils
Other items you feel would entice our diverse student population to continue to employ strong character within our school and community
Disclaimer: At this time snack items and gum should not be donated.
You can help support the Maverick Market through our Maverick Market Wishlist.
We thank you in advance for your generosity in regards to stocking The Maverick Market! We cannot wait to see your student there!
Sincerely,
The AVID Team
OEHS German Christmas Celebration
Student Services Information
Student Services Team
Counselors:
Mrs. Zawacki- Last names A-H
Mr. Graden- I-Me
Mr. Falli- MI-Z
Social Workers:
Mrs. Noll- Last names A-K
Ms. Thompson- Last names L-Z
School Psychologist:
Dr. Milos
Student Services Secretary:
Mrs. Cooper
Upcoming Events/Important Dates
Use the "Murphy Building Calendar" link below to see all the things going on at Murphy Junior High.
- Monday, November 21: 8th Grade Boys Bball vs. BE
- Monday, November 21: 7th Grade Boys Bball @ BE
- Monday November 21: Wresting @ BE
- Wednesday, November 23-Friday, November 25: Fall Break, District Closed
- Tuesday, November 29: 8th Grade Boys Bball @ PL
- Tuesday, November 29: 7th Grade Boys Bball vs. PL
- Tuesday, November 29: Wrestling vs. PL
- Thursday, December 1: 8th Grade Boys Bball vs. TR
- Thursday, December 1: 7th Grade Boys Bball @ TR
- Thursday, December 1: Wrestling @ TR
- Saturday, December 3: Oswego Jazz Festival
- Tuesday, December 6: Wrestling Home vs. Heritage Grove
- Thursday, December 8: 8th Grade Boys Bball @ TH
- Thursday, December 8: 7th Grade Boys Bball vs. TH
- Thursday, December 8: Wrestling vs. TH
- Friday, December 9: Battle of 127th Event (vs. Heritage Grove)-- More details to come
Contact Us
Mission Statement
Murphy Junior High School is an inclusive and supportive community that promotes student success by ensuring ALL students are college and career ready.
Vision Statement
Every student. Every day. Grow. Inspire. Empower.
Email: lbingham@sd308.org
Website: www.sd308.org/murphy
Location: 26923 W. Grande Park Boulevard, Plainfield, IL, United States
Phone: (630) 608-5100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/murphy308/
Twitter: @murphy308