The BULLetin
September 10, 2020
NEW Upcoming Events and Reminders
- Reminder: Wednesday Attendance needs to be completed by 12:00 pm every Wednesday. All other classroom assignments are due by 2:00 pm at the earliest.
- Updated school calendar
- Running of the Bulls Event--> Sign up today!
- Google Meets information, expectations, and slideshow for families
- Health requirements
- Murphy PTO information and Spirit Wear
- **New information in the Student Services Spotlight
Principal's Message
Good evening,
I hope everyone had a nice long weekend. As we get back to it this week, I'd like to thank all of you for the work you're doing with your students to keep them attending live sessions and engaged in class. I know this is tough on you at home, as it is with us at school. Mrs. Lawson and I joined Mrs. Miller's science class last week for an experiment, and although it was great to see the kids and be interactive with the science experiment, it was tough not to see everyone in person. BUT...we've got this! I'm so proud of the teachers for finding ways to keep our kids active and engaged in the lessons. We're all learning together...so thank you for your patience, your kind words, and your support.
As always, please reach out with any questions...we hope you are all doing well!
Laura Bingham
#StrongerTogether
Virtual Curriculum Night
Here is a link to the videos as well...thanks to all of our teachers for being clear and creative with their videos!
Fun Times with Remote Learning!
Updated School Calendar
Murphy PTO
MURPHY SPIRIT WEAR!
We are so happy to be able to offer a small sampling of spirit wear to kick off the school year. We have all of this stock in inventory, so there’s minimal wait time. All orders will be delivered by one of our PTO Board members at no additional cost to you. We have limited styles and sizes so order soon! Thanks for your continued support!
Virtual Running of the Bulls!...sign up today!
In light of the current pandemic, we are excited to offer you an outstanding Virtual Run in 2020!
This is a fun event for the whole community to promote healthy activity, family fun, and community spirit! This fundraiser will help support the 2020 Maverick Mania, virtual Bullseyes raffles, & other educational opportunities and events for Murphy students. We encourage everyone to participate by running, walking, volunteering, or simply cheering on participants!
Submitting Your Result
An important part of this Virtual Race is submitting your time so that you can see how you rank, much like a traditional run. Beginning November 1st you will be able to submit your time. You can submit results from Nov 1 - Nov 8. Final results will be available at the same link Nov 9.
This is a GREAT way to stay connected with our kids and community and show your support for Murphy!
Google Hangouts Meets Expectations and Information
Student and Parent Information for Remote Learning
Student/Parent Information Slideshow/Video
Google Classroom Student To-Do List Video
Where are my class assignments?
Remote For All-Student Expectations
- Daily attendance will be taken
On a Go Live! Day - the expectation is that the student is present and the attendance will be taken in class by the teacher
On a Google Classroom Day - the expectation is that the student will submit an Attendance survey for each class to verify attendance by 12:00 pm
All students will check email daily (5th - 12th grade) for communication from teachers and staff
All students will check Google Classroom daily for learning activities assigned by teachers
All students will be expected to participate in learning activities provided by teachers
Know each teachers’ student support times to know when extra help is available
Email teachers with any questions; please allow a response window until the end of the next school day (age appropriate)
Complete and submit assignments by the assigned due date
Produce and submit high quality original work to teachers
Be respectful to yourself, teachers, and peers
Check grades in Google Classroom and Tyler Student Information System to monitor progress
Complete all assessments and assignments
Understand all Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook guidelines remain in effect
Student Live Session Expectations
Log in on time to Go Live! Sessions (Google Hangouts Meet)
Mute audio when not speaking
Keep the camera on at all times during Go Live! sessions unless directed by the teacher
Know teachers’ expectations for the Go Live! sessions
Ask questions for clarification
Talk one at a time and be an effective listener
Only post appropriate comments in the chat
Use respectful language and appropriate behavior at all times
Participate in only assigned sessions
Additional Attendance Guidelines
MURPHY ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
630-608-5101
Please leave a message on the Attendance Line noting the reason for the absence. Include all symptoms or the reason for the absence if it is not illness related. Students need to be called in if they will miss a partial day. Please note the class/classes that will be missed in addition to the reason for the absences.
IMPORTANT ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
Parents- please remember to check your child’s attendance in TylerSIS. If you notice one or two absences, call the Attendance Office to report the reason. This includes appointments and technology issues. Any student that misses up to two classes without a parent call will be marked “U” Unexcused for those classes. Any student that is marked absent for three or more classes, a call will go home to the parents. Also, please remember that students are expected to be present in class for the entire class period.
Have questions or need help? The Attendance Line number is 630-608-5101. You can also email Mrs. Lake at plake@sd308.org.
WEDNESDAY ATTENDANCE
REMEMBER...
- All students must have their attendance submitted by 12:00 pm on Wednesdays (Classroom question/form will be labeled to show that it is the Wednesday daily attendance)
- All other assignments for classes are due by 2:00 pm on Wednesdays
Chromebook Distribution
If you are waiting for, or are interested in a district issued device, please visit the information page linked here for more information.
Student Login/Passwords and Tech Help
Don't remember your password? Go to the portal and try the forgot password link.
New student logins might take longer to obtain due to the high volume of Google "traffic" with getting accounts set up.
Need Tech Help? sd308.link/studenttechrequest
Remote Learning Schedule/Information
Voluntary 24 Hour Student Accident Coverage Plan for the 20/21 School Year
2020-2021 Health Requirements For Students
Dear Parent or Guardian,
If you have a student attending Murphy Junior High School during the 2020/2021 academic year, please review the health requirements listed below. All documentation must be received by October 15, 2020.
*Appointment cards and notes from a physician indicating future appointments and immunizations will NOT be accepted unless there is a documented medical exemption.
A physical examination as prescribed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education is required for all students entering 6th grade. The physical needs to be dated on or after August 19, 2019. The physical must be signed by a physician, APN or PA. The Health History section MUST be completed and signed by a parent or guardian.
Any child entering 6th grade must provide proof of having received one dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine on or after the 11th birthday, AND one dose of Tdap.
All students entering 6th grade are required to present proof of a dental exam completed on or after November 15, 2019. This must be submitted no later than May 15th, 2021.
Please submit all forms and documentation via fax or email. If you are unable to fax the required forms, you may bring the forms to your scheduled book pick up time next week. Please contact me with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Gia Jaskula RN
Murphy Junior High Health Office
Phone 630-608-5102
Fax 630-608-5191
Student Services Spotlight
Student Services Virtual Curriculum Night Presentation - Click here to view!
9/24 - Last Day for Schedule Change Requests
Students: Thursday, 9/24 is the last day for schedule change requests. Please email Mrs. Zawacki (A-K) or Mr. Falli (L-Z) with your change request. Make sure you have your parent/guardian permission to make the change request.
Please note, these are requests; there is no guarantee that we will be able to accommodate them.
We do not make changes for the following reasons:
-Specific teacher requests
-Later/earlier lunch periods
-Specific class period requests
-Electives that were previously taken (8th grade only)
-Because you don’t know anyone in your class/lunch/PE class, etc.
Click Here: Family & Community Resources
This page provides information for families regarding resources from both SD308 and a variety of Community-Based agencies and services. This includes mental health, financial, housing, food, COVID-19 and healthcare resources.
Virtual Offices Links
Mrs. Zawacki (School Counselor, Last Names A-K)
Mrs. Noll (School Social Worker, Last Names A-K & ISP Program)
Mr. Falli (School Counselor, Last Names L-Z)
Mrs. Weihler (School Social Worker, Last Names L-Z & FBI Program)
Student Absences
If your student is absent, you must call the attendance line (630-608-5101) to report the absence and absence reason. Please feel free to have your student email teachers directly for missed homework. To find contact information for teachers, please use the staff list here: Teacher Directory. Your student can also check their Google Classroom(s) for missed assignments and reach out to teachers for further clarification regarding assignments, homework, or activities.
The Maverick Way Outside of School
Murphy Junior High students are doing amazing things in the classroom as well as demonstrating “The Maverick Way” outside of school. If any student is demonstrating “The Maverick Way” outside of school we want to know about it! Please contact Brian Falli at bfalli@sd308.org or Brandi Zawacki at bzawacki@sd308.org.
*Don’t forget to include some pictures in your email.
Upcoming Events
Stay healthy everyone!
If you are looking for directions to AWAY events, this link will provide directions to many area schools.
Use the "Murphy Building Calendar" link below to see all the things going on at Murphy Junior High.
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 Grande Park Boulevard, Plainfield, IL, United States
Phone: (630) 608-5100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/murphy308/
Twitter: @murphy308