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Week of 1-19-21
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Return to School Website Reminder
Second Semester Student Schedules
This Tuesday, January 19, is the start of 3rd quarter (second semester). Last week, families received notification from District that included the following information:
- Second semester (3rd quarter) class schedule that goes into effect on January 19.
- AM/PM cohort assignment that goes into effect when we transition to on-site Hybrid Learning.
- Student AM/PM attendance hours that go into effect when we transition to on-site Hybrid Learning.
Beginning this Tuesday, January 19:
- All students will follow any new 3rd quarter (second semester) class schedule changes.
- All students will follow the January A/B calendar schedule (we will maintain our current class times until we move closer to a return to on-site Hybrid learning).
- All students will report to Advisory at 8:30 a.m., followed by their A day schedule (odd periods).
More information regarding the February A/B calendar, AM/PM Hybrid attendance/class times, transportation, and other in-person Hybrid Learning details will be communicated once finalized. Please check your email and the D45 Return to School website regularly for the latest updates and communication.
January 2021 A/B Calendar UPDATED
You can access the updated January 2021 A/B Day calendar using the link below.
Please note:
- January 18: No School
- January 19: First day of 3rd quarter (2nd semester)
- January 20: Early Dismissal day. Students report to Advisory at 8:30 a.m. The remainder of the day is asynchronous learning time.
Next Student Materials Pickup Day
- Chromebook cases for ALL 6th grade and NEW 7th/8th grade students
- Supplies for 3rd quarter Art students
Materials pickup takes place at the main office (door #1) entrance. This is a curbside pickup. Families will drive into the main parking lot and stop at door #1 for their child's materials. A staff member will bring the appropriate materials to your vehicle. Please make sure to have a sign displayed in the front windshield of your vehicle that includes your child’s first, last name, and grade level. This will help facilitate quicker distribution of students’ items. You will remain in your vehicle at all times. Please wear a face covering, as you will be communicating with Jackson staff.
January Spirit Days
Messages from our Jackson PTA
Jackson Prairie Path Tree Ornament Return
Thank you to everyone who helped decorate the Jackson tree on the Prairie path this recent holiday season. If you would like your ornament back, please email jasec@d45.org or call our main office at 630-516-7600 to make arrangements with our office staff. The deadline for requesting ornament returns in Friday, January 22.
Yearbook
Yearbook sales have started! Now is your chance to give your children priceless memories of their own. Click this link to be taken directly to the Jackson yearbook page. Click here for the yearbook photo submission link.
PTA Membership
Click here to sign up and join the Jackson Middle School PTA. Membership has its benefits! Please note that all officers & committee chairs *must* be members and only members can vote. If you are thinking of getting involved or have some great ideas for this school year, JOIN NOW! Stay involved and receive information about upcoming PTA events.
Next PTA Meeting
Our next PTA meeting will be held virtually on January 21 at 6:15 p.m. Contact Laurie LoCoco at laurie4lou@yahoo.com with any questions or ideas. A link for the meetings can be found in MemberHub.
Student Academic Support Period
Curbside Book Pickup
We have expanded our LRC curbside book pickup hours. Hours are now flexible and can be scheduled at the convenience of our Jackson families' schedules. A reminder of the checkout process, including our flexible pickup procedures, is as follows:
- Students use Destiny Discover to select books and place them on hold for pickup.
- Students complete a form indicating the day and time they will be picking up their book(s).
- Pickup takes place at the LRC door (Door #13) located at the back of the building.
We hope you find this process convenient to meet the needs of families, as we want to support and encourage our students and their reading. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Jilek, our LRC Specialist, at tjilek@d45.org.
Technology Support
If your child experiences any technology-related issues, please contact his/her Advisory teacher first. If your child’s Advisory teacher is unable to resolve the technology issue, he/she will direct you to our District Technology Department for further assistance. You can use one of the support options listed below to communicate with the District Technology Department.
- Email: support@d45.org
- Call: 630-516-7575
- Text: 630-454-7745
When you have a chance, check out the Technology Supports page on the District 45 Return to School website. This page contains helpful information for families. Some topics include: Troubleshooting Tips, Chromebook Menu Buttons, How Students Use Google Chat to Communicate with Teachers, and much more.
Attendance
PowerSchool Parent Portal
PowerSchool is a proactive communication tool parents/guardians can use to stay informed about their child’s academic and work habits progress in school. Please click on this PowerSchool Parent/Guardian Quick Guide link for more information about how to navigate the PowerSchool portal. There is a mobile app version of the PowerSchool Portal for families. The interface of the mobile app is slightly different from the web version. If you experience any difficulties accessing PowerSchool, please email Mrs. Aparicio, the secretary who oversees PowerSchool for our Jackson families. Her email address is vaparicio@d45.org.
District 45 Meal Pickup
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is continuing to offer its meal program. District 45 meals will be provided free of charge to all children, 18 and under. Grab-n-go lunch and breakfast is available for families to pick up at all District 45 schools every Wednesday between 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. You may pick up meals at any District 45 school. Signs are posted at all schools to identify the location for parking and pickup. Face coverings must be worn and social distancing must be practiced for everyone’s health and safety.