Tiger's Tale
October 1, 2021
Message From The Principal
Happy Friday Tigers!
Please read the attached documents regarding FastBridge testing and Understanding Your Student's FastBridge Scores.
FastBridge Parent Letter_Spanish
Understanding Your Student's FastBridge Scores
Understanding Your Student's FastBridge Scores_Spanish
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe,
Principal Lewis
Phone: 630.636.2610
Email: mlewis01@sd308.org
Follow us at Twitter handle: @thompson308
8th Annual District Food Drive - Donation Collection Begins Monday!!
We are excited to once again participate in the district-wide Food Drive. This Oswego tradition is a staple in the community. All district schools participate in a unified effort to "Fill It Up" for the Kendall County Community Food Pantry. A little friendly competition between schools is so much fun and is highlighted by a traveling trophy and bragging rights for an entire year! Let's plan on our Tiger family bringing home the "gold!" Winners will be announced during halftime of the Crosstown Challenge game on October 15 at Oswego High School.
Every dollar can make a HUGE difference. While any donation is greatly appreciated, the Kendall County Community Food Drive has specific needs that we can help them with during the Food Drive. Junior High families are encouraged to donate the following Canned Meat/Entree items if at all possible:
- soup
- tuna
- chicken
- Spaghetti O's
- Raviolis
All in-person donations can be brought to the Main Office or given to your SST (first hour teacher).
Donations by check: Please make your check payable to the "Kendall County Community Food Pantry"
Online donations are also accepted. For every $1 you donate, this will count as 8 donated goods for our school. Donation Link
Let's show our community how big the hearts are in our Tiger Family!
Please contact Mrs. Hart if you have any questions
Tiger Fest Was A Success.... Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and sent donations for our First Annual Tiger Fest! We had around 500 students attend the event on Wednesday night, and we were able to raise around $1,500 for the Thompson Choir, who will be putting the funds toward a new microphone system for the school stage. We appreciate the parents and teachers who attended to make this fun event possible.
National Custodian Day - October 2, 2021
Daytime Custodians
Building Engineer - Mark Campbell
Evening Custodians
Jessica Zitlal
Sonia Wennmacher
Chris Graham
Winter Sports Registration Open on 8to18
- Boys 7/8 Basketball (tryouts TBD)
- 6/7/8 Wrestling (non-cut sport)
- Cheerleading (tryouts TBD)
- Poms (tryouts TBD)
You must be registered on the Thompson 8to18 Registration Site
You must have a current sports physical on file with the nurse.
New to Athletics? Please read the 8to18 registration instructions to learn how to register your student for a sport.
Tiger Sports
Girls 7th Grade Volleyball
- Monday, September 27
- Tuesday, September 28
The 7th grade team played Murphy. The A team won 25-17 & 25-12. The B team won 25-10 & 25-5. Excellent job girls!
- Thursday, September 30
The 7th grade team played against Plank. The A team won 25-11 & 25-9. The B team lost two tough games, 25-16 & 25-15. We are so proud of our Tigers!
8th Grade Girls Volleyball
- Tuesday, September 28
The 8th grade Lady Tigers were in action at Murphy Junior High. In the first match, the ladies split the first two games to force a third. In the third game, the ladies could not overcome the Mavericks serving losing by the score of 15-11. In the second match, the ladies again split the first two games to force a third game. In the third game, the Tigers fought back from four points down to win by the score of 16-14. Great job Tigers!
Chromebook Reminders
- Charge their chromebook and bring it every day
- Treat them carefully. If they break the chromebook, the technology department will contact home regarding the cost of the repair.
Attendance Reminder!
- Your name
- Your student's name
- Student ID number
- Phone number you can be reached with any questions
- Reason for absence (including any symptoms, if out for illness).
*** Please note, online learning via Google Meets is only allowed with nurse approval. Parents/guardians and teachers will be notified if such accommodations will me made available for the student during their absence from the classroom.
Thompson Reading Program
The Thompson Reading Program starts September 13th! Students who choose to participate need to read 3 books from either the 2021-2022 Caudill Books or the Tiger Tales lists. After reading a book, they complete a book review and receive a prize.
Book Review Form:
https://forms.gle/RCLUJKai74g435Yd8
After 3 books, they qualify for the Spring Reading Celebration!
To check out the book choices, visit the following link:
http://www.sd308.org/Page/10127
From the Front Office
Masks - We ask that you please send a fresh, clean mask to school with your child daily. We are seeing an increased amount of students coming directly to the office in the morning to grab a mask for the day. While we do love helping our Tigers, our supply of masks must be reserved for emergency situations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Outside/Vendor Food - Outside vendor foods are not permitted in the lunchrooms this year. We cannot accept a delivery from a vendor (store or delivery such as Grub Hub) on behalf of a student. If a parent delivers outside food, the student will be able to receive their lunch, however, will need to eat in the Main Office and then return to lunch. Thank you.
Anger - A Message from the Counselor's Office
Anger
Of all the emotions, anger is one of the hardest (if not the hardest) to navigate. We consistently see questions pour in from parents and professionals:
How do we not get so triggered by our kids or teens?
How do we help our kids when they get angry over and over again?
How do we use coping skills in the moment of anger?
How do we just make it go away?
If you have a question, we have a conversation you're not going to want to miss! We're thrilled to share with you the launch of a new free podcast:
Dear Anger, a podcast for parents (and really any human who gets angry) Listen on iTunes, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.
Student Services
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month:
If you are in crisis or know someone who is, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741).
Counselors
Email: ashaw@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2614
Appt. Booking: https://ashaw-sd308.youcanbook.me
Ashley Gilbert (M-Z)
Email: agilbert@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2615
Appt. Booking: https://agilbert-sd308.youcanbook.me
Social Workers
Cassie Jackson (A-L & STARS)
Email: cjackson@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2620
Appt. Booking: https://cjackson-sd308.youcanbook.me
Chelsea Bailey (M-Z & SPED Resource)
Email: cbailey@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2615
Appt. Booking: https://cbailey-sd308.youcanbook.me
School Psychologist
Dr. Judy Wilson
Email: mailto:jwilson@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2604
Friday Night Lights in Oswego!
Good luck to our Panthers and Wolves tonight!
Oswego East Wolves - October 1, 2021
Oswego East vs Minooka (Homecoming)
7:00PM
Oswego Panthers - October 1, 2021
7:00PM
Food Pantry
The district runs a satellite location of the Kendall County Community Food Pantry the first Friday of every month from 6-7:30. We provide supplemental food for families in the SD308 boundaries, as well as those who live in Kendall County. Please encourage families that you work with to attend if they have a need.
Food is available for staff as well. If you are in need of supplemental food once a month, you are welcome to visit the pantry. If privacy/confidentiality is a concern, please reach out to Heidi Podjasek at hpodjasek@sd308.org of x3667 and we will discuss a plan to maintain your privacy from other staff and families.
Volunteers are always needed and welcome! Please click here to apply as a NEW volunteer. If you've volunteered with use before, and would like to do so again, click here.
For more information, please visit our website at www.sd308.og/foodpantry or contact Heidi Podjasek, Director of Social Emotional Learning at x3667. Thank you!!
Conflict Resolution
Are you having problems with another student
that you would like resolved?
Or do you know of a friend who has ongoing problems with a specific student?
Almost all students who have a confrontation say that there has been a history between the two that has been going on for a while. Instead of letting those feelings continue to build up, consider trusting Mr. Buono to assist in resolving the ¨beef.¨
Fill out the 5 second form by scanning the QR code. Mr. Buono will then set up a time to talk to you and decide if we can all sit down for a peer mediation session to calm things down.
*If you have any questions/comments/concerns, you can also email Mr. Buono: NBuono@sd308.org
Home and School Organization
HSO needs volunteers!
We need you! The Thompson HSO is looking for volunteers to help us with events and activities.
Please take a look and sign up to help out.
https://forms.gle/x2uHafV5yUMaoLW9A
Questions? Contact thompsonhso@gmail.com
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Have FACEBOOK?
Stay up to date with the most current HSO info.
Like the HSO page: Thompson Jr. High Home & School
Nurse's Nook
Stay healthy and safe over the weekend.
You've got to get up every morning with determination if you're going to bed with satisfaction
If you have any questions, contact Kathy Struve, Building Nurse
Phone: (630)636-2602
Fax: (630)636-2697
Email: Kstruve@sd308.org
Care Closet
The Care Closet is ready to help if you are in need.
If your family is experiencing any hardships, we would love to provide some relief with food, clothing, basic hygiene supplies, school supplies, etc?
For more information about the care closet and details on how to use it please click on the link.
Please call – Counselor (A-L), Amy Shaw, at (630)636-2614 or Counselor (M-Z), Ashley Gilbert, at (630)636-2615 if you have any questions or to set up an appointment in the Care Closet.
Technology Links
Tyler SIS Helpline
Having trouble with Tyler SIS?Please email the Tyler helpline at TylerHelp@sd308.org
Tyler SIS Parent/Student Portal
https://www.sd308.org/domain/2589
Student Password Reset
HELP Desk for Technology Questions
Parents and students, please submit any technology questions on this form. It will create a ticket in the new HELP ticket system.
HELP Desk
The new HELP ticket system is LIVE! Please click on the links below for a preview.
Link to the video tutorial - https://youtu.be/n2UihWCSKWo
Link to HELP - http://sd308.link/help (Please bookmark this link!)
Thompson Junior High School
Website: www.sd308.org/thompson
Location: 440 Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego, IL, USA
Phone: (630)636-2600
Facebook: facebook.com/thompsonjuinorhighschool
Twitter: @thompson308