Families and Students: 

As we continue through the final weeks of the school year, we are providing important reminders, upcoming events, and district highlights to help keep everyone informed and connected. 

Important Reminder for Incoming Seniors: Meningococcal Vaccine Required for 2026-2027 
Students who are current juniors and will be seniors during the 2026-2027 school year are required by Illinois State law to provide documentation of one dose of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine administered on or after their 16th birthday. Pursuant to Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/27-8.1), students must submit proof of immunization by October 15, 2026, or face exclusion from school beginning on that date. Summer break is right around the corner. Do not wait until fall to schedule your appointment. Families are encouraged to contact our local community-based clinics offering immunizations and physicals. For information on community-based clinics, please click the links below. 

• Will County Health Department 

• VNA Health Care 

Is Your Incoming Freshman Starting High School This Fall? 
Families of incoming freshmen are reminded that Illinois State law requires students entering 9th grade to submit a completed State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination Form, including proof of immunizations. The physical examination must be completed within one year prior to entering high school and must be signed by a licensed healthcare provider. Parents or guardians must also complete and sign the student’s health history section of the form. Pursuant to Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/27-8.1), students must submit the completed Child Health Examination Form with immunizations by October 15, 2026, or face exclusion from school beginning on that date. Additionally, all incoming freshmen students are required to submit a completed Proof of School Dental Examination Form by May 15, 2027. Beat the back-to-school rush and schedule your students’ appointments early this summer. Families seeking immunizations or school physicals for their students may utilize local community health clinics. Please review the links below for available resources and clinic information. 

• Will County Health Department 

• VNA Health Care 

Sign Up for School & Sports Physicals – Spots Filling Quickly! 
Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness is hosting two summer Health Fairs on Saturday, June 13 and Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Community Health Center located at 1200 Eagle Street in Joliet. These events are a great opportunity for families to obtain a school and sports physical, enjoy family activities, and so much more. Appointments are limited and are filling up quickly. Insurance will be charged, and if there is no insurance, a payment reduction formula will be applied to decrease the cost. Call 877-692-8686 to reserve your appointment. View the event flyer for more information.  

Free Summer Meals for Children under 18 
The Illinois State Board of Education program is offering free summer meals to all children under the 18 throughout Joliet-area sites offering breakfast, lunch, or both. For details, call 1-866-348-6479, send a text with the message “SUMMER” to 914-342-7744, or visit www.HungerFreeAmerica.org.  

JTHS Board of Education Meeting – May 19   
The JTHS Board of Education invites families and the community to their next regularly scheduled meeting on May 19 at 7 p.m. at the Administration Center. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting. Meetings are live-streamed. Individuals wishing to make public comments must sign up upon arrival before 6:50 p.m. Please be aware of the construction project at the Administration Center which is scheduled through the end of July. Guests wishing to attend the meeting have two options to enter the building. Guests may enter through Door 1 using the south lot off McDonough Street or guests can enter through Door 3 using the north lot off Caterpillar Drive near the Mary Sears Children’s Academy. All guests will be required to pass through the security system upon entry.   

AVAC Graduation – May 22  
AVAC Graduation is May 22 at 10 a.m. in the Central Auditorium.  The link to the livestream is here: AVAC Graduation Livestream Link  

Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremonies – May 23 
Graduation takes place on Saturday, May 23 with Graduation Ceremonies at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Events and information for the Class of 2026 are in the links below. 
Joliet Central Class of 2026 Senior Information 
Joliet West Class of 2026 Senior Information 

Community Service Opportunity for Students – Sharefest Free Food Giveaway May 23 
Will County, in partnership with Sharefest, will host a drive-up distribution of free groceries for families in need on Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., or while supplies last. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success. Whether you volunteer for the entire event or for just a portion of your time, you can make a real difference in our community. Volunteers are asked to arrive by 8 a.m. at the Will County Office Building located at 302 N. Chicago Street in Joliet. To sign up as a volunteer, please click here.   

No Classes on Memorial Day - May 25  
As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We dedicate this day to honor those who lost their lives while defending their country.  

Semester 2 Final Exam Schedule – May 27-29  
Semester 2 final exams are scheduled for May 27-29. The final exam schedule for Joliet Central and Joliet West, in English and Spanish, is HERE. The morning bus pick-up schedules for final exams on May 28 and 29 are below.   

• Central Second Semester Final Exam Bus Schedule   

• West Second Semester Final Exam Bus Schedule   

Food Pantry Pop-Up – May 28 and June 25 
Join Joliet Township Government and Holsten Human Capital Development at their next pop-up event where they will distribute free food to our community. No registration is needed. Food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis or while supplies last. The next distribution dates are scheduled for May 28 and June 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Louise Ray Community Center located at 1017 Woodruff Road in Joliet. For more information, contact Tyler Giacalone at 815-726-4781 extension 602. To view the additional details, please click here to view the flyer. 

Countdown to Summer! Last Day of School Reminder – May 29  
The final day of classes for the 2025-2026 school year is Friday, May 29. Let’s finish strong!  

Hope and Healing Trauma Awareness Presentation – May 30 
Joliet Township Government, in partnership with Sueño Monarca, will host a mental health and well-being workshop featuring a trauma therapist for Spanish-speaking families. The event takes place on Saturday, May 30 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ozzie & Peggy Mitchell Center, 172 S. Chicago Street in Joliet. The presentation aims to help our community understand trauma, find pathways to heal, and build resilience together. Please click here to view the flyer. 

JTHS Foundation Golf Outing – June 4 
On June 4, the JTHS Foundation will host the 25th Annual Brent Wadsworth Alumni Golf Outing. The event is open to alumni, staff, business partners, and community members. All proceeds support grants for District 204 students and staff, scholarships for deserving seniors at both campuses, the principal’s emergency fund, summer school support, and ACT and PSAT testing assistance. The Foundation is currently seeking donations, sponsors, and volunteers to support this event. Please click here to view the Foundation Golf Announcement for event details and participation opportunities. 

Juneteenth Family Fair – June 20 
The East and Southeast Regional Alliance is hosting a fundraising event on June 20 at the WWHN Radion Station Grounds located at 530 Adella Avenue in Joliet from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This family summer event aims to support community efforts and raise funds for scholarships that will be given to graduating seniors at Joliet Central. The event will feature music, games, local vendors, a bouncy house, raffles, and so much more. For more information, please click here to view the flyer. If your organization would like to participate as a vendor, please click here for more information.