Families and Students:

As a reminder, there is no school next week on Tuesday, November 5 due to the election.  Don’t forget to vote!

2023-2024 Illinois School Report Card
The 2023-2024 Illinois School Report Card is now available and can be viewed HERE. The Illinois State Board of Education annually releases a report card that shows how each school, district, and the state is performing on a wide range of educational goals. The Illinois Report Card has two main components: the At-a-Glance Report that provides important information about each school or district in a one-page, printable format; and the online report card that delivers in-depth information with explanations of each indicator available.  Families, researchers, policy makers, and community members can use the site to find school data, including academic performance, school environment, educators, students, and highlights provided by principals.  Joliet West High School received a summative designation of Commendable and Joliet Central received a summative designation of Targeted. Chronic absenteeism remains a challenge for our district and for districts nationwide, an issue that has been magnified since the pandemic. We ask our families to speak with their student(s) about the importance of attending school and arriving on time.
 

Progress Reports Available Nov. 8 at 3:30 PM

Progress Reports will be available through the Campus Parent and Campus Student portals on November 8 at 3:30 p.m. If you need assistance using the portal, contact our Central Campus Family Engagement Liaisons or West Campus Family Engagement Liaisons and they can provide help in English and Spanish.
 
Veterans Ceremony – Nov. 8
Veterans and the community are invited to our 12^th Annual Veterans Ceremony on Friday, November 8. The hour-long program begins at 2:20 p.m. in the Joliet Central Auditorium, 201 E. Jefferson Street in Joliet. Veterans can complete the online form HERE or contact the Community and Alumni Relations Office at (815) 774-1642 to receive recognition at the event. Additional information is posted to the Veteran’s Day Announcement.
 
Veterans Day – Nov. 11
There is no school on Monday, November 11 due to the observance of the Veterans Day holiday. We thank our veterans for their service to our country.
 

Athletic Booster Meeting – Nov. 13
Do you want to volunteer to help our athletic programs? Then join the JT Boosters! The next meeting is at 6:00 p.m. on November 13 at the Administrative Center, 300 Caterpillar Drive in Joliet. We welcome all families! The JT Boosters raise funds to supplement the athletic budgets, provide scholarships, and promote Steelmen and Tiger Pride. Fundraisers include a golf outing and a Night of Champions event. No RSVP is required to attend. If you would like to learn more about the Boosters, complete the Booster Volunteer & Info Sign-Up Form.

Grandparents Raising Children – Nov. 19  
The next Grandparents Raising Children support group meeting is November 19 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the JTHS Administrative Center. The group provides fellowship and assistance to grandparents and non-custodial caregivers on navigating the educational and public service aid systems. For more information, view the Grandparents Raising Children Flyer.

Board of Education Meeting – Nov. 19 
The JTHS Board of Education invites families and the community to their next regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. on November 19 at the JTHS Administrative Center. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours prior to the meetings. If you cannot attend in person, meetings are accessible via live stream. Individuals wishing to make public comments must sign up upon arrival before 6:50 p.m.
 
Early Release School Improvement Day – Nov. 21
November 21 is a School Improvement Day and early release for students. Students will follow the “B” Schedule. Central, West, and Pathway students are dismissed from school at 11:45 a.m. AVAC students are dismissed at 11:30 a.m., and Transition Center students are dismissed at 10:45 a.m. Click on the links below to view the attendance calendar.
2024-2025 School Calendar (English)    
2024-2025 School Calendar (Español)

Central Archives Committee Meeting – Nov. 21
Are you passionate about JTHS history and the preservation of historical items? Do you want to help give school tours? If so, the Central Archives Committee is for you!!! Students, parents, alumni, and staff are welcome! The group meets at 7 p.m. on November 21 at Central in the third-floor archives area. Enter the school through the Student Center Main Entrance. Students receive community service for attending. Bring the Community Service Form to have it signed. If you have questions, contact Ms. Petronio at epetronio@jths.org.