Families and Students:

October is Bullying Prevention Month. At our school, bullying of any kind, by any person, is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. All students should be free from worries about being bullied. We are reminding students, staff, parents, and community members to say something if they see something. The ways to report bullying and safety/security concerns are below.

• Report bullying through the Bullying Report Form. This can be submitted anonymously or you can leave your name. Pictures and videos can be uploaded.
• Contact a staff member or trusted adult. View the staff directory HERE, email info@jths.org, or complete the Contact Us form on the website.
• Report concerns anonymously to the School Violence Tip Line at 1-800-477-0024.
• Contact the school counselor or complete the Request for Support Form. This initiates a request, and a team of school support personnel reviews the situation to support the student. 
• Dial 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
• Text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line
• Contact Safe2Help Illinois: Dial 844-4-SAFEIL, Text SAFE2 (72332), Email HELP@Safe2HelpIL.com  

Central & West Homecoming Information
Central and West Homecoming information can be viewed through the links below.
Joliet Central Homecoming Announcement
Joliet West Homecoming Announcement

Parent Teacher Conference Registration Information
Semester 1 Parent Teacher Conferences take place virtually on Thursday, October 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Friday, October 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students should attend the conferences with their parents/guardians if possible. Students are dismissed from school at 1:15 p.m. on Thursday, October 24 and there are no classes for students on Friday, October 25. Registration for Parent Teacher Conferences opens on October 11 at 4 p.m. Registration will close on October 17 at noon. We will send a reminder and additional information on how to log on to PowerPTC when registration opens.

Virtual Tutoring Now Available
Students can sign up for free virtual tutoring sessions provided by our teachers. Tutoring is available after school and on weekends at no cost to families. There is no limit on the number of tutoring sessions a student can sign up for throughout the school year; however, frequent cancelations may be addressed by staff. Parents may also request a tutoring session on behalf of their student by providing the student's ID number. Tutoring is available in the following subjects: English, Math, Science & World Languages – Spanish. Use this link to sign up.

West ELL Awards Night – Oct. 9
The West ELL Team cordially students, families, and staff to the 2024 ELL Awards Night on October 9 at 7 p.m. in the Joliet West Cafeteria. Awards will be given to students who exited the ELL program, as well as those who improved 0.5 or more on the test. Music will be provided by the Joliet Mariachi and a small reception will follow. All are welcome to share in the celebration!

Central Drama Department Presents “A Story About a Girl” – Oct. 10, 11 & 12
The Joliet Central High School Drama Department is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of “A Story About a Girl” to be performed in the round at the Joliet Central Auditorium on October 10, 11, and 12 at 7 p.m. This poignant play tells the story of Jessica – a girl who struggles to find her voice in a world that often overlooks her, capturing her journey from birth to adulthood and exploring themes of love, longing, and the transformative power of theater. Tickets for “A Story About a Girl” are priced at $10 for adults and $5 for students and will be available for purchase at the door. For more information, view the announcement.

Early Release School Improvement Day – Oct. 10
October 10 is a School Improvement Day and early release for students. Students will follow the “A” 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) 

Joliet West Fall Showcase – Oct. 10 
Parents, students, staff, and the community are invited to an unforgettable evening at the Joliet West Fall Showcase on October 10 at 7 p.m. in the Joliet West Auditorium. The showcase will feature amazing performances by our Concert Choir, Philharmonia, and the Symphonic Band. Under the talented direction of Mr. Tim DeBoer, Mr. Peter Lipari, and Mr. Eric Wellman, our students are ready to share their passion for music with you. This is a fantastic chance to support our performers and enjoy a night of great music—all for free! There is no admission fee—just bring your friends and family!

Hope and Healing Trauma Awareness Presentation – Oct. 10
Joliet Township Government will be presenting a Hope and Healing Trauma Awareness Presentation (Sanando Juntos: Apprendiendo sobre el trauma a cualquier edad) on Thursday, October 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Spanish Community Center located at 309 N. Eastern Ave. in Joliet. The goal of the presentation is to help our community understand trauma, find ways to heal, and build resilience together. The presentation will be shared in Spanish but is open for to everyone to attend. Please click here to view the flyer. 

Student Volunteer Opportunity Fall - Neighborhood Cleanup Day – Oct. 12
St. Peter Lutheran Church is looking for students to join their fall neighborhood cleanup day on Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 310 N. Broadway Street in Joliet. Join neighbors for their Love Where you Live Cleanup, enjoy donuts, and enter to win one of many raffle prizes. Please click here to view the flyer. Bring the Community Service Form with you and have it signed. 

Student Volunteer Opportunity - Witches Night Out – Oct. 14
Will County Habitat for Humanity is looking for student volunteers to help set-up and decorate for Witches Night Out at the Jacob Henry Mansion located at 20 S. Eastern Ave. in Joliet on October 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a great way to spend your day by earning some community service hours since there is no school scheduled that day, in observance of Columbus Day. Please click here to view the flyer and for details on signing up. Bring the Community Service Form with you and have a representative from Will County Habitat for Humanity sign it.

Grandparents Raising Children – Oct. 15   
The next Grandparents Raising Children support group meeting is October 15 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 – Oct. 15 at Joliet Central
The JTHS Board of Education invites families and the community to their next regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. on October 15 at Joliet Central High School. Please note that the location is Joliet Central this month due to the number of students being recognized. 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.

Trunk or Treat at West – Oct. 16
Joliet West’s Key Club invites families and the community to their Trunk or Treat from 4 to 6 p.m. on October 16 at Joliet West High School. The event, geared toward younger children, takes place in the senior parking lot, which is located off Glenwood Avenue next to the tennis courts. There is no charge to attend. The fun-filled event includes candy, games, decorated cars, and more. View the flyer for additional information. We hope to see you there!  

TRIO Entrepreneurship & the Arts Event – Oct. 17
TRIO invites JTHS families and students to their Entrepreneurship and the Arts Event on October 17 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Joliet Central High School. This event is open to all families in District 204 for an incredible evening of music, photography, art, poetry, and entrepreneurship! Explore career paths in the arts while enjoying fun activities for the whole family.

Pink Heals Volleyball Fundraiser – Oct. 17
Joliet Central will host the annual Pink Heals JT Volleyball Fundraiser on Thursday, October 17. The Central vs. West cross-town volleyball event takes place in the Central Gymnasium. Doors open at 4 p.m. The JV/Freshman A & B game starts at 4:30 p.m., followed by the Survivor Walk. The varsity game will begin after the Survivor Walk. Admission is free with donations accepted. For more information, view the announcement.

Joliet Township High School Orchestra Festival Day – Oct. 18 
Parents, students, staff, and the community are invited to an amazing evening of music at the JTHS Orchestra Festival Day on October 18 at 6 p.m. in the Joliet West High School Field House. Come and enjoy performances by the JTHS Strings and District 86 Orchestra featuring talented students from Joliet Township High School and Joliet Public Schools District 86. It’s a perfect way to support our young musicians and enjoy a night filled with wonderful music. Bring your friends and family. Admission is $3 for individuals and $5 for families. Students with IDs are free. 

Student Volunteer Opportunity – Sator Sanchez Trunk or Treat Event – Oct. 18
Sator Sanchez School needs volunteers for their Tunk or Treat event October 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help with set up, concessions, games, face painting, and more, including clean up at the end. All volunteers will be provided hotdog, chips and a drink. Volunteers are also welcomed to wear family-friendly costumes. Email Ms. Perez at hperez@joliet86.org to sign up. Bring the Community Service Form with you and have it signed.

Student Volunteer Opportunity - Men Who Cook – Oct. 19
Will County Children’s Advocacy Center is looking for student volunteers to help with various tasks at the Men Who Cook event. The event will take place on Saturday, October 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the JJC Weitendorf Center located at 17840 W. Laraway Rd., in Joliet. Earn some community service hours during this fun and casual fundraiser. Students can click here to sign up. Please bring the Community Service Form with you and have a representative from Will County Children’s Advocacy Center sign it.

Community Connections Expo – Oct. 22
On October 22, JTHS will host a community-wide event open to everyone, packed with valuable resources, fun, and learning opportunities for all! This interactive event will be held at Joliet Central High School from 5 to 8 p.m., and features a community resource fair, job expo, health screenings, health & wellness talks, food trucks, musical entertainment, and much more! This year’s event will feature a performance from Joliet’s own Mariachi de Joliet and the Will County Sherriff’s Hidden in Plain Sight Trailer. The trailer recreates a teen's bedroom to help adults identify everyday items that may signal risky behaviors, such as substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, violence, and more. Our Health & Wellness Talks feature expert speakers, including Dr. Ferney Ramirez – Mental Health Specialist; Joliet Fire Department – CPR Demonstration & Thriveworks; Guardian Angel Community Services – Healthy Relationships & Teen Dating Violence; Silver Cross – Healthy Eating & Active Living; VNA Health Care – Vaping Q&A; Will County Health Department – Substance Abuse; and SchoolLinks – JTHS Counseling Department. For more information view the announcement.

Athletic Booster Meeting – Oct. 23
Do you want to volunteer to help our athletic programs? Then join the JT Boosters! The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. on October 23 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.

Joliet Central Trunk-or-Treat – Oct. 23
Joliet Central’s Clerical Union invites families and the community to their Trunk or Treat from 4 to 6 p.m. on October 23 at Joliet Central. The fun-filled family event is open to children under the age of 13. This outdoor event will be held on Herkimer Street. Families are welcome to park in the JTHS lot behind Subway or in any other available JTHS parking lot. We kindly ask that families refrain from parking at neighboring businesses. View the flyer for more information.