Pirate's Cove
News for the last week of school
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Principal's Message
Pirate parents,
I want to take a moment and thank all the family members that have assisted their students during remote learning time. This has been the most unique experience that I have had in my career as an educator, and it has been a challenge to overcome. As a parent with two school age children myself, I had to also balance work and school with remote learning, and found it challenging. It was hard, even as an educator! My hat is off to all parents who struggled through remote learning this spring.
Below, you will find some information on spiritwear purchases and school supply kits. That's right, the end of one school year is the mark of the beginning of the next! I will be working hard this summer to set up our plans for the next school year in August. We are planning on making this next school year the best one yet!
Parents, thank you again for all the support that we received during remote learning.
We had our 8th grade recognition night presentation on Thursday. I wish the best of luck and good fortune to our 8th grade students exiting Plank. We will miss you greatly.
I also want to welcome all of our new families to Plank. We shared out our 6th grade step up website through our counselors. Follow this link to our Counselor's webpage, which has a wealth of information and our presentation for incoming Pirates. Our purpose is to get our incoming Pirates excited for the transition into Plank, as well as have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with some of the faces and voices that they will see when they arrive in the Fall. There is also Plank spiritwear information below that will help to get new families involved and in the Pirate Spirit! I can't wait to see all of our new and returning students in the fall!
The staff at Plank Junior High is committed to serving the students and parents of the surrounding community. We want to provide multiple opportunities for students to showcase their talents, and grow as young adults through academics and social emotional learning. Our focus is to prepare our students to be ready for college and future careers. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me and we can work together to find solutions. I can be reached at 630-551-9400 and thaymond@sd308.org. We look forward to collaborating with you and your student throughout the year.
Always in partnership,
Tyler Haymond
Principal
Plank Junior High School
Student Report Card Grades
Report cards will be emailed to all 6-12 parents on May 27. They will also be available through the Tyler SIS portal.
Student Belongings Pick Up and Textbook/Athletic Uniform Drop Off
A schedule for the week of June 1st was emailed to families to access lockers to gather belongings, and for parent/guardian sign-out of student medication or supplies, complying with restrictions on gatherings of people and social distancing. This date is also subject to change in the event that additional orders from the IDPH and Governor Pritzker.
Further locker clean out details and reminders will be shared next week. Please note, any student or family member accompanying a student must be wearing a protective mask.
Yearbooks
Plank Home and School Elections
Spiritwear orders through 3rd Degree Designs
More Spiritwear options
Shane's School Supply Kits
Athletic Opportunities at OEHS
Supporting Students and Families
The Student Services team at Plank has compiled a list of valuable resources for families to use. These resources are available to all of our families. There are two forms that can be completed to help out in this time away from school.
One form is for students. Fill out the student support form here.
One form is for families. Fill out the family support form here.
To visit our Student Services resources Page, please click here.
Free or Reduced Cost Internet Access
Check out the services here.
Parent Portal in Tyler SIS
Our new student information system is Tyler SIS. This is taking the place of eSchool. Log into the link below if you are looking for updated grades, information, attendance, and the features of the former e School Home Access. Watch for updates on how parents can use the Portal on our website and in upcoming newsletters.
**NEW** HATE FREE AT OE CLUB
Future Wolves!...take a look at this letter from members of the Hate Free at OE club...this might be something you're interested in!
Farewell from our Staff
Plank Junior High School
Email: thaymond@sd308.org
Website: https://www.sd308.org/plank
Location: Plank Jr. High, Secretariat Lane, Oswego, IL, USA
Phone: 6305519400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plank308/?scrlybrkr=2abf877d
Twitter: @Plank308