Jaguar Journal
March 19, 2020
Principal Post
Wow, how things have changed since our last Jaguar Journal. Currently staff are sharing a variety of resources and activities with families to work on while at home. Moving forward, Bloomingdale School District is creating more specific guidelines and suggestions for at home learning. As we move into next week, we will be providing more specific learning activities for students to complete. At this time please know that any & all learning activities are recommended but not required.
In an effort to stay connected with students, starting next week I am going to send out a daily announcement via email including a Flipgrid video. The announcements are very short and mirror what is shared on morning announcements. Please know that I am here for assistance and support. If you ever need anything, do not hesitate to reach out to me by phone 630-671-5255 or email at mdwyer@sd13.org.
Do you have medication at school that needs to be picked-up? Mrs. Chavez, building nurse, will be at DuJardin tomorrow from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm for parents needing to pick up medication. If this day/time does not work for you, please contact us at, 630-894-9200, or bchavez@sd13.org, to schedule another day/time for pick up.
Student grouping and placement for the 2020-2021 school year takes place in late May. In preparation for this important task a Student Placement Information form is available on this link. This request form is due back to Mr. Dwyer by Thursday, April 9th. Although a request form is not required, parent input about a childās academic experiences can provide valuable insight to this process. Please remember that considerations for placing students in classes include but are not limited to class size, gender ratio, academic levels, student learning styles, specific student needs, diversity, and student peer relations. It is not recommended that a parent request a specific teacher due to the fact that requests are difficult to satisfy and teaching assignments can change from school year to school year. If you have questions about this form, please phone Mr. Mark Dwyer at 630-894-9200.
District 13 Website
This Friday, the District will post on our website, the most up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) as student safety continues to be our top priority. The District website will be updated as new information becomes available. Thank you.
It is not safe to walk between cars and in front of oncoming traffic
Junior Achievement Teaching Opportunity
The DuJardin School Community is filled with outstanding parents who are always asking how they can help. This year, we are offering to train all parents who would like to participate and teach on our Junior Achievement Day in May. Junior Achievement's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in our global economy. Our DuJardin JAinaDay experience in on Friday, May 15th.
Note:
* All materials will be provided to you ahead of time so there is no prep time required outside of the 30 minute training.
* A light breakfast and a catered lunch will be provided to you as a thank you for your participation and investment in our students.
* Plan to arrive at 8:00am to check in at the school office.
* Feel free to email Mrs. Angel Frattinger with any questions you have. afrattinger@sd13.org
A 30 minute training will be required in order to teach the program. The training will be held on Friday, May 1st beginning at 2:45. Please click on the form to sign up to volunteer in your child's classroom. Mrs. Frattinger will reach out to you personally as the date gets closer.
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
Submit student and family "Good News" here to be featured in future Journals!
Tell Me Something Good Tuesday: Read about or listen to celebrations and highlights from students and staff at DuJardin.
New Student Enrollment
Children who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2020, are eligible for kindergarten during the 2020-2021 school year.
Parent support will be available by appointment during regular school hours February 24th through February 27th. Contact the appropriate school within the school boundaries you reside.
Parents will need to bring into school the original birth certificate for their child. All other proof of residency documents can be uploaded at the time of your online enrollment.
New Kindergarten students can sign up for Kindergarten Visitation which will be held on April 29th AFTER they have registered for enrollment. Kindergarten Visitation information will be sent to you via email after your enrollment form is received.
New 1st through 5th graders will meet at a later date for assessments.
Bloomingdale School District 13 Parent Teacher Scholarship Application - UPDATE
The deadline to apply is April 13, 2020
****PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO**** D13ptoscholarship@gmail.com
DuPage County Health Department - Corona Virus Fact Sheet
School Safety Brochure
800-418-6423 ext. 359
WEB: safeschoolhelpline.com
TEXT: 66746 then type TIPS
Student Lunch Deliveries at School Sites
Bloomingdale Counts!
See flyer for details.
A note from our Social Worker
Pre-school Screening Bloomingdale School District 13
Send a note to school or email your students teacher if........
He / She is being picked up by someone other than who is on the pick up list
He / She is not going to the after school club they are signed up for
He / She is going to kids place instead of taking the bus or vice versa
He / She is leaving school early
Bloomingdale School District 13 Education Foundation
Beer & Wine Tasting
Includes Tastings, Hors d'oeuvres & Desserts
Friday, May 1st at the Bloomingdale Golf Club
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Proceeds Benefit Our Local Schools
Click here for details
Time to order your yearbook!
Order by April 15, 2020
Cost: $ 19.18
Click here for ordering directions.
If you order after that date, YOU pay for shipping.
Bloomingdale Character Counts Nomination
Then, join us for the awarded nominees at the 19th Annual CHARACTER COUNTS! Recognition Breakfast Saturday, May 2, 2020 @ 9:00 am at the Bloomingdale Golf Club.
Jaguars of the week
Save The Date
PTO News
March Hot Lunches
Time To Order Hot Lunch for April and May
April and May menus are available.
ATTENTION 5th GRADE PARENTS: Wednesday, May 13th do not order hot lunch due to the service/safety worker outing!
PLEASE NOTE: If your student is out of school but has hot lunch, please call the school office before lunch so the volunteers can be notified to pull your child's lunch. Lunches can be picked up during the lunch time.
PTO Nominations
Don't miss another important message from the PTO! š
You can also follow the PTO on Twitter by following @dujardinpto
Volunteers Wanted to hang Artwork
Spirit Wear t-shirt sale!
Spirit wear t-shirts for sale! We have a few items left in stock. If interested please contact Elizabeth Threadgill at tclari23@yahoo.com. While supplies last.
1 youth medium grey jaguar shirt $15
2 youth XL pink bling $20
Birthday Sign
Want a fun way to say āHappy Birthdayā 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!
Un-Birthday
Want a fun way to say āHappy Un-Birthdayā to your child or a staff member?
Have a birthday in the summer months? 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 June birthday should return the form by May 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!