The WJHS Panther Weekly Update
January 22nd, 2021
Hello Panther Community
We have a short message this week since I have been sending so much lately.
February 3rd, 2021 is SIP Day
Students meet in STAR classes from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for attendance and activities. After that, 6th/7th grade students will have asynchronous instruction for the rest of the day while the 8th grade students will take the PSAT (the HS is working on this schedule and the instructions).
8th GRADE PARENTS (Pictures Information):
Our 8th grade students will be able to take their graduation photos on SIP Day, February 3rd, 2021, from 2 PM to 7 PM in the WJHS Commons. To keep a good, but SAFE flow, the PTO helped us create a Sign-Up Genius for this event. Additionally, Lifetouch indicated that they will be using gowns in pictures (they will have them here). The gowns are being steam cleaned between students.
BEING A PARENT IS TOUGH
Please take a look at the offereings of the Glenbard Parenting Series (below). There are some nice snipets on YouTube as well!
Next Tuesday, around 7:00 PM, I will be presenting an update to theCUSD 201 Board of Education on the strategic planning process. If you are interested, please take a look, as we have been getting some excellent feedback on what the community would our Portrait of a Graduate to look like.
Take good care of yourselves and one another,
Respectfully,
Mr. John K. Jonak
Navigating the New Teen Years in the Age of Anxiety - 1/27
Is your student's Chromebook having issues?
Please power off your Chromebook (or have your student do this) at least once a week to make sure everything keeps working without any issues. Thank you!
District Hotline for parents to call for technical assistance, questions about food distribution, or other general questions.
630-468-8020 (English)
Una lÃnea directa del distrito para que los padres llamen para asistencia técnica, preguntas sobre distribución de alimentos o otras preguntas generales.
630-468-8030 (en Espanol)
Please view THIS VIDEO of WJHS Admin walking through the WIN-sday concept.
THIS VERSION is explained in Spanish by our Instructional Coach, Mr. Johnson.
The slideshow, by itself, is located HERE.
i-Ready's Personalized Pathway Information for Parents (Video and Slide Deck with Links)
Please view this video regarding iReady's Personalized Pathway for students. The presentation includes links to valuable parent resources.
Video and presentation in Spanish.
Tips for parents regarding Teacher Office Hours:
Please confirm with your student that he/she is participating. Students with missing assignments or grades below a C should be meeting with teachers during this time to get caught up and receive extra help. Students with up to date assignments and grades C or above should use this time to check in with teachers, ask questions, and receive feedback.
WJHS CLUB NEWS
TECH CLUB - Thursday, 1/28, from 4:15 - 5:15. Email Ms. Ruh at sruh@cusd201.org for the link to participate.
CHESS CLUB - Chess Matches on Monday (1/25 vs. Burr Ridge), Tuesday (1/26 vs. Lakeview), & Thursday (1/28 vs. Old Quarry). Practice is Friday (1/29), from 3:05-4:05. Email Mr. Roberson at croberson@cusd201.org to participate.
BAND CLUB - 8:00-8:25 every day except Wednesdays. Email Ms. Biederman at abiederman@cusd201.org with questions.
Library books still checked out from last year? Email Mrs. Centeno at scenteno@cusd201.org to make arrangements for return. Lost? Replacement costs will be added to your Skyward account.