October 11, 2024 Dear Thompson Families,
Happy Friday! Tonight we are excited to have fun with our Tigers at our annual Halloween Hangout - our Tigers will enjoy dancing, candy, a photo booth, and a haunted hallway! Please remember to pick up your child promptly at 7:30 PM. Bravo to the TOP Junior High band in the area, the amazing Thompson Band, for their incredible performances at the concert last night. The SD308 Food Drive starts next week, from October 15 through the 23rd. To meet our goal of 10,058 items, each student at Thompson would need to donate only $2. To have a chance at winning the big trophy, we would need each student to donate $4. More information will be in the body of the Tiger’s Tale below. We are off from school Monday in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, but we will see everyone back at school on Tuesday October 15. Our Home and School Organization is meeting Tuesday night and we would love to see new members at our meeting - it starts at 6:00 PM. Geaux Tigers, Thompson Administration Mr. Marcus L. Lewis, Ed.S., Principal Mrs. Karen O’Connor, Asst. Principal Dr. LaTonya Davis, Asst. Principal
Mrs. Theresa Anderson, Asst. Principal SpEd |
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| Tues., Oct. 15th: Picture Retake Day & HSO Meeting Wed., Oct. 16th: Fall Choir Concert -
Tues., Oct. 15 - 23: District Wide Food Drive
- Thurs., Oct. 24th: Culver's Day
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** How can my child best protect their belongings? Parents/guardians - we encourage you to have conversations with your student about bringing ONLY the items that are required/needed during school. Avoid carrying excessive amounts of money, items of sentimental or monetary value (including electronics like AirPods) to ensure it is not lost or damaged while at school. If students need to buy a lunch, you can simply load money in their e-wallet through PushCoin. Additionally, please have your student label their belongings (i.e. Chromebook charger, backpacks, water bottles, coats, etc..), so it is easier to return to students.
** No outside restaurant food or deliveries are allowed for students.** Attendance Reminder!
If your child is going to be absent from school for any reason, please call the attendance line at 630-636-2601 in a timely manner. Please leave the following details in your message: 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).
Automated Attendance & Tardy Messages
Everyday automated attendance calls are sent out by the district at 9:30 AM, based on the attendance we have entered into the system by 9:15 AM. Additionally, automated tardy messages are sent out by the district to parents at 3:30 PM daily. If your student is marked tardy it means they were late to a class. You can check tardies and absences in PowerSchool. Please discuss with your student or their teacher for more information. |
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Items for Sale in the Front Office - Replacement ID's are now available for sale - $5 cash only
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Thompson Tiger lanyard - $5 cash only
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Picture Retakes - Tuesday, October 15, 2024 |
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| Support the SD308 Food Drive |
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Our Annual SD308 Food Drive is back! Thompson's Student Council will be collecting donations from Monday, October 15th through Wednesday, October 23rd to help fill the shelves of the Kendall County Community Food Pantry (KCCFP). We have a friendly competition with the other junior highs in the our district. Thompson's goal is to collect (and hopefully exceed) 10,058 items. In order to help supply the food pantry with food year-round, we are asking families to contribute to the pantry in cash donations. For every $1 we collect, the food pantry can purchase 8 food items. In order for us to reach our goal, each Thompson student would only need to bring in $2 each. In order for us to try and beat the other junior highs, each student would need to bring in $4 each. Either way, it is a win for our community!!!
We have 3 ways to meet (and exceed) this goal. -
Make an online donation, simply click here to make a secure online donation. Be sure to select "Thompson" as the school that you are supporting. (Anyone making online donations, can send in a paper receipt to the front office to get added points to the Penny Wars container for their grade level).
- Bring in Cash for Penny Wars. See details below on how Penny Wars works. The grade level with the most points wins cell phone usage during lunch on Thursday, Oct. 24th and Friday, Nov. 1st.
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Bring in the following items...the KCCFP is always in need of the following non-food items: Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Deodorant, Feminine Products, Bars of Soap, Toilet Paper, Tissue Boxes, Dry Pet Food, Wet Pet Food, Cat Litter, Dish Soap, and
Disinfecting Wipes
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| Thompson Student Council
Please consider donating items to the Student Council so that we can continue to distribute the kindness and academic awards! (Amazon Wishlist). Our efforts are making a noticeable difference throughout our school, and we won’t be able to continue this without help from you! A big thanks to the Michelon and Evans families, as well as the anonymous donor for your generous donations towards our goal!
Student birthdays are shared on the morning announcements (using legal first name and last initial). If you have questions or concerns, please contact kspringsteen@sd308.org. |
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| Congrats to Our 1st Quarter Tiger Pride Winners!
The Tiger Pride award is a huge honor, voted upon by staff, and awarded at the end of each quarter. The quarterly winners will be eligible to win the prestigious Top Tiger Award at the end of the year.
This award goes to students who consistently demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, respect, positivity, and outstanding character. The winners for Quarter 1 are… - 6th Grade Girl - Lena Fritz
- 6th Grade Boy - Alexi Bormann
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7th Grade Girl - Reagan Haughton
- 7th Grade Boy - Leo Medina
- 8th Grade Girl - Madison Zebleckis
- 8th Grade Boy - Wilfredo Rivera
- STARS - Andrew Fabrizio
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Artist of the Month
Our October Artists of the Month are Navi Jaquez and Kale McClernon! Both are in Dr. Robinson’s 5th Period 3D Art and Sculpture class. CONGRATULATIONS! |
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Thompson is having an In-Person
& Online Book Fair! In-Person Book Fair: 10/22-10/23: 8:30 am - 2:50 pm
10/24: 8:30 am - 12:55 pm and 4 - 7:30 pm Online Book Fair: 10/21-11/3 All orders ship home | FREE shipping on book-only orders over $25* All purchases benefit our school! Don’t forget to set up an eWallet for your students. Book Fair eWallet can be used at the Fair or online. Any leftover funds can be saved for future Fairs! Visit our Book Fair homepage to get started:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/thompsonjuniorhighschool |
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2024-2025 Yearbook Available to Order! |
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Tips from the School Nurse |
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Mental Illness Awareness Week: Oct 6-12
Mental Illnesses are disorders that can affect people's thinking, mood, or behavior. Anyone can experience mental health challenges. There are many early warning signs, but everyone is different. They could experience one, many, or none of the symptoms. Mental illnesses can develop as early as childhood. As of 2021, 1 in 7 10-19 year olds experience a mental disorder. Depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders are the leading cause of illness and disability among adolescents and suicide is the 4th leading cause of death among 15-29 year olds. Do not let you or your loved ones become another statistic - 988 Lifeline is available, 24/7/365. Call or text 988. For more information and resources visit:
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/adolescent-mental-health
https://www.nami.org/general/7-things-to-remember-about-mental-health/ |
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Introducing Parenting Unplugged: Raising Healthy Teen Minds
We're excited to announce the launch of Parenting Unplugged: Raising Healthy Teen Minds, a new podcast series from Endeavor Health Behavioral Health.
This podcast features engaging conversations with leading experts in behavioral health, providing you with actionable insights to navigate the complexities of raising resilient and healthy adolescents. Whether you're looking to address school-related anxiety, coping with challenging behaviors, or fostering a supportive home environment, each episode offers evidence-based strategies and practical advice to guide your teens toward a healthier future.
Parenting Unplugged Website |
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Please join us! Questions? Visit our website at https://thompsonjrhigh.memberhub.com/ or contact us at thompsonhso@gmail.com
All Thompson parents, guardians and staff are welcome and encouraged to attend! Each month we meet at 6pm on the 3rd Tuesday and discuss school happenings and HSO activities and events. Our 1st HSO Meeting for the 2024-2025 school year is Tuesday, September 17th. |
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The Care Closet is ready to help if you are in need. 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?
Click here to fill out our Google Form with your student's 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! |
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SD308 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.
Click here to fill out our Bullying, Harassment, and Incident Reporting Form. |
| Technology Support Help Desk Hours Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm Phone 630-636-4357 Student & Guardian
Technology Support Go to: Tech Department Help |
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