Tiger's Tale
December 2 , 2022
Administrative Updates
December 22, 2022
Tigers Community,
The impending poor weather conditions disrupted the last day of the first semester. We’ve postponed our Holiday Assembly and will designate Jan. 13, 2023 as our New Year’s Assembly to welcome the return of the TIGERS for 2023!
As the holidays quickly approach, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to you all. I hope you have the opportunity to spend meaningful time with your family and friends, take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and enjoy the joys of the season.
It has been an honor to serve as your principal this year, and I am grateful for all of your hard work, dedication, and support. I am especially proud of the successes we have achieved as a school community, and I am looking forward to an even brighter future in the new year.
As we close out this year, I wish you all the peace, joy, and happiness that the holiday season brings.
Warm regards,
Marcus L. Lewis, Principal
Mr. Marcus L. Lewis, Ed.S., Principal
Mrs. Karen O’Connor, Asst. Principal
Dr. LaTonya Davis, Asst. Principal
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Winter Fastbridge Test Scores are Now Available in Tyler
Below are instructions for looking up your student's recent Fastbridge test scores in Tyler. For information on what the scores mean, please reach out to your student's teacher or see the below document, "Understanding Fastbridge Scores".
From the Front Office
- Please put names on Chromebook chargers (label with Sharpie), school supplies and any other items of value. This helps the front desk to return items to your student.
- No outside food deliveries are allowed for students.
- School ID's are now available in the office. If you are a new student and need an ID, you may now come down to the office and get an ID. Your 1st ID is free. If you have lost your ID, a replacement ID can be purchased for $5 cash or check.
- Last year's Yearbook is available for sale in Front Office for $20, check or cash.
Attendance Reminder!
- Your name
- Your student's name
- Phone number you can be reached with any questions
- Reason for absence (including any symptoms, if out for illness).
Important Dates
Fri., Dec. 23 - Winter Break Begins
Mon., Jan. 9 - School Resumes
Mon., Jan. 23 - 1st semester grades available at 4pm
OHS Baseball Camp
LRC Updates
Thompson Reading Program
The Thompson Reading Program started September 7th! Students who choose to participate need to read 3 books from either the 2022-2023 Caudill Books or the Tiger Tales lists. After reading a book, they complete a book review and receive a prize.
Book Review Form:
https://forms.gle/zBBvddjSCsUBFUtg9
After 3 books, they qualify for the Spring Reading Celebration!
To check out the book choices, visit the following link:
Home and School Organization
HSO Meetings:
Home and School (HSO) Meetings are held at Thompson on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm - enter through the main entrance and follow the signs. All Thompson families and staff are welcome to attend! Our December meeting has been cancelled. Our next meeting will be Tuesday 11/17/22 - hope to see you there. Questions? Contact thompsonhso@gmail.com
Membership:
Please join the Home and School Organization (HSO), no commitments required! Your $5 family membership contributes to our school support fund and while you are there don't forget to bookmark our page for future event ticket and candygram sales. Membership and donations are located in the "View Store" link. Have a great year Tiger family!
https://thompsonjrhigh.memberhub.com
Gift Cards:
Buying Gift Cards this holiday season? Consider ordering through RaiseRight and a portion will be given directly to Thompson Jr High! E-Giftcards are available for use right away and can be used for your everyday purchases and Physical Gift Cards can be sent to your home. Go to www.raiseright.com and use Enrollment Code B54C76L962459 to support our school!
Concessions:
Concessions are being sold at home basketball games and all proceeds support the HSO. Snacks, Drinks, and Candy items are prices at $1-$2 each and cash or credit (with a $1 fee) are accepted. See you there!
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Have FACEBOOK?
Stay up to date with the most current HSO info.
Like the HSO page: Thompson Jr. High Home & School
Nurse's Nook
Stress Management
In today’s busy society, stress affects children, adolescents, and adults. Children experience these feeling like an adult. Stress and anxiety can cause make it difficult for students to function in properly in school. There are relaxation techniques to decrease stress levels explained in the link below. https://youthfirstinc.org/managing-stress-for-middle-school-students/
Nicole Davila
Phone: (630)636-2602
Fax: (630)636-2697
Email: nicole-davila@sd308.org
Student Services
Counselors
Visit our Website: https://sites.google.com/sd308.org/thcounselors/home
Amy Shaw, last names A-H
630-636-2614
Holly Affetto, last names I-Me (here every day, 9:40-1:40)
630-636-2627
Ashley Gilbert, last names Mi-Z
630-636-2615
Social Workers
Cassie Jackson
Email: cjackson@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2620
Chelsea Bailey
Email: cbailey@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2615
Milita Martinez
Email: milita-martinez@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2629
School Psychologist
Dr. Judy Wilson
Email: jwilson01@sd308.org
Phone: (630)636-2604
SD 308 Incident Reporting Form
If you are in immediate danger or there is a potential threat of violence please call 9-1-1 and notify the local authorities.
Direct Link to Bullying, Harassment, and Incident Reporting Form:
Care Closet
WHAT is the Care Closet?
The care closet provides relief to students and their families who are experiencing hardships; food insecurity, lack of weather appropriate clothing, basic hygiene supplies, school supplies, etc.
WHO gets to use it?
This is a FREE resource provided to students with items you may not be able to afford. While this is offered to all students, the intent is to share these items with students and families that truly can not purchase them on their own.
Will everyone know that I am using the Care Closet?
NO! The use of the Care Closet is confidential!
HOW does it work?
Simply scan the QR code on this brochure! You will then fill out a Google Form using your student ID#. Your items will be available for pick up in the main office by the following day!
No Phone? No problem! Contact your counselor or the main office for a form or click here to fill out an online form!
Conflict Resolution
Are you having problems with another student
that you would like resolved?
Or do you know of a friend who has ongoing problems with a specific student?
Almost all students who have a confrontation say that there has been a history between the two that has been going on for a while. Instead of letting those feelings continue to build up, consider trusting Mr. Buono to assist in resolving the ¨beef.¨
Fill out the 5 second form by scanning the QR code. Mr. Buono will then set up a time to talk to you and decide if we can all sit down for a peer mediation session to calm things down.
*If you have any questions/comments/concerns, you can also email Mr. Buono: NBuono@sd308.org
Technology Links
Technology Support for Students
https://www.sd308.org/Page/24741Tyler SIS Parent/Student Portal
https://www.sd308.org/Page/7868
Student Password Reset
HELP Desk for Technology Questions
Parents and students, please submit any technology questions on this form. It will create a ticket in the new HELP ticket system.
HELP Desk
Need help? Submit a Help Ticket online: http://sd308.link/help (Please bookmark this link!)
Technology Help Desk Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm. Call 630-636-HELP (4357).
Thompson Junior High School
Website: www.sd308.org/thompson
Location: 440 Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego, IL, USA
Phone: (630)636-2600
Facebook: facebook.com/thompsonjuinorhighschool
Twitter: @thompson308