Tiger's Tale
November 12, 2021
Message From The Principal
Parents, students and staff,
Thursday, November 11, 2021 - Veterans Day
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to friends, family and staff workers who have served in the Armed Forces. Your sacrifice and bravery are beyond words. Simply, thank you to all who have served and all who are still serving the United States of America. Happy Veterans Day.
A special thank you to all the families who donated food, supplies and their time for Parent / Teacher Conferences on Thursday evening. The wonderful taco bar and all of the deserts were greatly appreciated by all and everyone is so thankful. We had plenty left over spin the treat into both conference days! We truly appreciate all you do for our Tiger family.
Mr. Marcus Lewis
Principal
Thompson Junior High School
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Principal Lewis
Phone: 630.636.2610
Email: mlewis01@sd308.org
Follow us at Twitter handle: @thompson308
Old Post Holiday Shop Needs Volunteers
We need your help to run the Old Post Holiday Shop. There are slots for Adults and for 5th-12th graders as well. Please reach out to pta.oldpost@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you! Slots for shopping and pre-pay are located on the PTA Website at: https://oldpost.memberhub.com/store
Thompson's National Anthem Group 11.11.21
This Week In Sports
The Tigers basketball season got off to a great start with a big win over the Plank Pirates. The Tigers found themselves down by six at the half but came roaring back and scored 43 second half points to put away the Pirates by a score of 61-47. Jayden Riley led the Tigers with 24 points. Dekker Zelensek added 12 and Ruben Gerardo chipped in 10. Byran Bell played fierce defense from start to finish and led the D with 6 steals.
The Tigers played well in the second game but came up short. Jacob Clay scored six and Bryce Thornton 4 in the loss.
The Tigers play Bednarcik on November 18th.
7th Grade Boys Basketball - November 09
The 7th grade A boys basketball team took on the Plank Pirates Tuesday night at home. It was a hard fought game but the Tigers ended up coming up short, 39-26. Jared Woods led all scorers with eleven points while Luke Hartsell chipped in seven points. The team fought hard and played well down the stretch but couldn't pull it out.
The B team played well last night but ended up losing to the Pirates 28-13. Ayden Galvez led with four points and was fierce under the boards while Alonso Quinones chipped in four points too. The Tigers will be at home against Bednarcik next Thursday the 18th.
Wrestling and Poms Registration
Art Education State Conference at Illinois State - Presenter, Randy Craig
Thompson is proud to highlight our very own art teacher, Randy Craig. Randy attended the Illinois Art Education State Conference at Illinois state University in Normal where he presented to a group of art teachers from across the state. The goal of the conference was to foster creative thinking, equity, diversity, social emotional learning, and visual communication through presentations and hands-on workshops.
Below is the official write up that was published about the workshop during the conference!
Future Panther Night - Tuesday, November 16th, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Toys For Tots Collection
Toys For Tots Drive Happening Here at Thompson!
We are joining forces with the Oswego Fire Department to try and help those in need this holiday season.
If you would like to participate in this great cause, please send your student with a NEW and UNWRAPPED toy/item to school.
The toy or item can be brought to Mrs. Pethoud (in the gym) during SST time.
Collection will happen now through December 10th!
Thank you in advance for your participation in this great cause!
Future Wolves Night
Chromebook Reminders
- Charge their chromebook and bring it every day
- Treat them carefully. If they break the chromebook, the technology department will contact home regarding the cost of the repair.
Attendance Reminder!
- Your name
- Your student's name
- Student ID number
- Phone number you can be reached with any questions
- Reason for absence (including any symptoms, if out for illness).
*** Please note, online learning via Google Meets is only allowed with nurse approval. Parents/guardians and teachers will be notified if such accommodations will me made available for the student during their absence from the classroom.
Oswego Library Cards
This is a friendly reminder about the partnership we have with the Oswego Public Library District. This partnership has been created to give all students in SD308 access to the digital resources available through our public library. Some of our SD308 students don't live within the boundaries of the library district, so they have not had access in the past. In addition, many of those that do reside within the library district boundaries, do not have cards, or have misplaced their cards so they no longer have access. This new partnership will give all students access to the amazing resources our public library has to offer! There are so many great databases and ebooks that students may use for research, homework, classwork and personal enjoyment.
Thompson Reading Program
The Thompson Reading Program starts September 13th! Students who choose to participate need to read 3 books from either the 2021-2022 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/RCLUJKai74g435Yd8
After 3 books, they qualify for the Spring Reading Celebration!
To check out the book choices, visit the following link:
http://www.sd308.org/Page/10127
From the Front Office
Masks - We ask that you please send a fresh, clean mask to school with your child daily. We are seeing an increased amount of students coming directly to the office in the morning to grab a mask for the day. While we do love helping our Tigers, our supply of masks must be reserved for emergency situations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Outside/Vendor Food - Outside vendor foods are not permitted in the lunchrooms this year. We cannot accept a delivery from a vendor (store or delivery such as Grub Hub) on behalf of a student. If a parent delivers outside food, the student will be able to receive their lunch, however, will need to eat in the Main Office and then return to lunch. Thank you.
Food Pantry
The district runs a satellite location of the Kendall County Community Food Pantry the first Friday of every month from 6-7:30. We provide supplemental food for families in the SD308 boundaries, as well as those who live in Kendall County. Please encourage families that you work with to attend if they have a need.
Food is available for staff as well. If you are in need of supplemental food once a month, you are welcome to visit the pantry. If privacy/confidentiality is a concern, please reach out to Heidi Podjasek at hpodjasek@sd308.org of x3667 and we will discuss a plan to maintain your privacy from other staff and families.
Volunteers are always needed and welcome! Please click here to apply as a NEW volunteer. If you've volunteered with use before, and would like to do so again, click here.
For more information, please visit our website at www.sd308.og/foodpantry or contact Heidi Podjasek, Director of Social Emotional Learning at x3667. Thank you!!
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
Home and School Organization
HSO needs volunteers!
We need you! The Thompson HSO is looking for volunteers to help us with events and activities.
Please take a look and sign up to help out.
https://forms.gle/x2uHafV5yUMaoLW9A
Questions? Contact thompsonhso@gmail.com
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Like the HSO page: Thompson Jr. High Home & School
Nurse's Nook
Stay healthy and safe over the weekend.
You've got to get up every morning with determination if you're going to bed with satisfaction
If you have any questions, contact Kathy Struve, Building Nurse
Phone: (630)636-2602
Fax: (630)636-2697
Email: Kstruve@sd308.org
Care Closet
The Care Closet is ready to help if you are in need.
If your family is experiencing any hardships, we would love to provide some relief with food, clothing, basic hygiene supplies, school supplies, etc?
For more information about the care closet and details on how to use it please click on the link.
Please call – Counselor (A-L), Amy Shaw, at (630)636-2614 or Counselor (M-Z), Ashley Gilbert, at (630)636-2615 if you have any questions or to set up an appointment in the Care Closet.
Technology Links
Tyler SIS Helpline
Having trouble with Tyler SIS?Please email the Tyler helpline at TylerHelp@sd308.org
Tyler SIS Parent/Student Portal
https://www.sd308.org/domain/2589
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
The new HELP ticket system is LIVE! Please click on the links below for a preview.
Link to the video tutorial - https://youtu.be/n2UihWCSKWo
Link to HELP - http://sd308.link/help (Please bookmark this link!)
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