The BULLetin
September 2, 2021
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:
- Murphy Celebrations
- Murphy Restaurant Night- Aurelios!
- **NEW** Murphy Drama Department
- Murphy Music Cookie Dough Fundraiser
- **NEW** TDL and Absences
- General Murphy Reminders
- Student Support Time plan for students
- **NEW** OEHS Football Games
- **NEW** OHS Football Games
- **NEW** PTO Support Campaign
- **NEW** Murphy Yearbook
- Picture/ID Day Information and Re-take Day
- Bus Rider Reminders
- Before School Drop Off and After School Pick Up
- Athletic Information
- **NEW** Student Services Information
Important Upcoming Dates:
- Monday, September 6th- No student attendance (Labor Day)
- Tuesday, September 7th- No student attendance (Institute Day)
Murphy Celebrations!
Murphy Restaurant Night
Murphy Drama Department
Attention Murphy Actors -
Students - If you have not done so, please join the Murphy Drama Google Classroom using the code dxgtncn. The announcement for what shows we will be doing this year as well as important dates to know will be made to the Google Classroom on Wednesday September 8. Make sure you are part of the Google Classroom by then so you don't miss any of the information!
Parents - If you have a budding actor at home please be encouraging them to join the Google Classroom!
Any questions talk to Mrs. Tysiak (mtysiak@sd308.org) or Mrs. Clausen (lclausen@sd308.org)
Murphy Music Cookie Dough Fundraiser
It's time for the Murphy Music Cookie Dough Fundraiser! We're selling Mrs. Fields cookie dough to raise money for the Murphy Music Department. All of the funds goes back to the students in various forms including: purchasing new instruments and equipment, providing funds for extra activities and trips, hiring professionals to work with our students, and so much more! One box of cookie dough contains 32 pre-made cookie dough balls ready to be taken out all at once or a few at a time for a freshly baked treat. Each box is $22.
If you are interested in purchasing any cookie dough, please reach out to a Murphy Band or Choir student! The sale goes until Friday, September 3 and all orders will be delivered in October. Stock up now!
Temporary Distance Learning and Absences
General Murphy Reminders
- Masks: Masks must be on prior to entering the building and must be covering the nose and mouth for the entirety of the day, unless eating in the cafeteria or outside
- Snacks: Food items should be eaten in the cafeteria only
- Extra Masks: You may want to have an extra mask on hand (backpack or locker) for emergencies, or if you feel like changing it throughout the day
- Temporary Distance Learning: Students placed on Temporary Distance Learning will receive an email from one of the health office staff at Murphy or from the district with the quarantine and TDL information attached. Once that is provided, then the classroom teacher will be able to allow a student into the classroom Meet Link for Temporary Distance Learning. Please understand that this could take a day or two while the health office staff is handling daily health procedures, routines, and concerns, but also information pertaining to quarantining students. While you are waiting for a member of the health office staff to contact you, the absence of the student is still considered excused.
Student Support Time
OEHS Football Games
OHS Football Games
PTO
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! Typically our PTO doesn’t host traditional fundraisers, instead we request a one-time annual family donation to help support our various programs. During these extraordinary times, these donations are more important than ever!
There are three ways you can donate this year:
- Mail a check (made out to MJHS PTO) to the school (26923 Grande Park Blvd Plainfield, IL 60585). Please fill out the form below and include in your sealed envelope.
- We now accept Venmo and Zelle!
- To use Venmo, search for Murphy-PTO-1 or 630-263-2633 (four digit code is 2633).
- To use Zelle, search dschmu@gmail.com (will show up as Deanna, our treasurer) or search MurphyPTO.
Thank you so much for your donation! We greatly appreciate your
generosity and support!
If you have any questions, please email us at:
Murphy Yearbook
ORDER YOUR MURPHY 2021-2022 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 $25.00
Order by September 24th and get four free icons when you personalize* your cover!
*Purchase name personalization for your yearbook, then choose up to four free icons.
Questions? Contact Ms. Fell - efell@sd308.org
School Picture Ordering
Here is the link to order school pictures:
Bus Riders
- Masks must be on prior to loading the bus
- We are not permitted to allow friends to ride the bus home with other friends; all students need to take their assigned bus home
- All bus riders should stay on the sidewalk/grass area until the buses are at a complete stop and the door has opened in order to cross the bus lot and load the bus
Before School Drop-Off and After School Pick-Up
When dropping off or picking up in front of the school, please pull all the way up towards Door 1 in order to allow for more cars lined up to drop off or pick up. Be sure to leave the crosswalk clear for students and visitors to cross safely.
We thank you for your cooperation with following these laws in order to keep all of our students and families safe!
Athletics, Clubs, and Activities
A Few Athletic Reminders:
- If you're interested in athletics, please be sure to register through 8-18 and pay the athletic fee on Pushcoin
- Sports physicals need to be turned in prior to tryouts, otherwise, students will not be able to try out (we will continue to take physicals the first week of school!)
- Reminder: masks MUST be worn on the bus to away games/meets
POMS:
Please see the linked Poms Packet of information for more details
- The 7th and 8th graders that are interested must have the signed form turned in, then they will be invited to a Google Classroom where the routine is shared and they can practice it over and over independently at home on their own schedule.
- Open Gym Clinics will be held on September 1, from 5:30 - 7:30 and they can get help, tips, pointers from the OE dancers.
- Tryouts are on Thursday after school.
- An up-to-date physical on file is needed for students to be able to attend Wednesday or Thursday sessions.
- See Ms. Cryder or Student Services for Info Packet.
- Turn signed permission slip in to Ms. Cryder
Fall Sport Details:
Boys Soccer:
Attention any 7th or 8th grade boy interested in playing soccer for the Murphy team...tryouts will be on Aug 23rd. You must have a current physical and be registered on 8 to 18 to be able to try out.
See the linked calendar for further information (subject to change)
Cross Country
Check out the Cross Country information here
Girls Volleyball
7th and 8th grade girls volleyball calendar information is linked here. There will be an open gym on Aug 19th, for any girls interested (no experience required). The coaches ask that you read through the volleyball contract and look over the calendar before attending. If you have any questions- please email the coach directly.
Student Services Information
High School Courses: Credit Opt-Out Process
If you have a student enrolled in Algebra I, Honors English I, or Spanish I and do not want your student to receive high school credit for the class (Algebra I or Honors English I only) or wish to drop the course, please click the “Opt-Out Form” link below for further information. Opt-out forms must be completed and returned to your student’s counselor by Thursday, October 28th, 2021.
High School Credit Opt-Out Form
Virtual Office Links
Mrs. Zawacki - virtual office (Counselor, Last Names A-K)
Mr. Falli -virtual office (Counselor, Last Names L-Z)
Mrs. Noll -virtual office (School Social Worker, Last Names A-K and Instructional Skills Program)
Ms. Thompson -email (School Social Worker, Last Names L-Z and FBI Program)
Ms. Brilliandt -email (School Psychologist)
Health Office Staff
Mrs. Tindall, Health Clerk
Nurse Trish; prodarte@sd308.org
SD308 Community Resource Page
Please visit the district’s website for community based-agencies and services for families. There are many different services listed to assist families including financial, healthcare, housing, mental health/wellness services.
Click Here: SD308 Family & Community Resources Website
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/Important Dates
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