Get Involved at JTHS 

Do you want to volunteer to help our athletic programs?  Then join the JT Boosters! The 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.  
  
Who’s Invited? Parents/Guardians, Staff, Alumni, Community  
  
Dates: August 21, September 11, *October 23 (Fall Athlete of the Season Recognition), *November 13, January 8, February 12 (Winter Athlete of the Season Recognition), March 12, April 9, May 7 (Spring Athlete if the Season Recognition) 
  
Time: All meetings begin at 6 p.m. (if * 6:30 p.m. start)
  
Location: Administrative Center   
  
Questions? Contact Tanya Rico

Please check back for the 2025 Booster Golf Outing Date

The athletic schedules are posted to the 8 to 18 website and can be accessed via the links below.  
Central Athletic Schedule  
West Athletic Schedule  
  
Tickets for athletic events can be purchased via the links below.  
Central Campus Tickets  
West Athletic Tickets

The Board of Education holds monthly meetings open to the public. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.  
  
Who’s Invited? Parents/Guardians, Students, Staff, Alumni, Community  
 
Time: 7 p.m. (Sign up before 6:50 p.m. if you wish to make a public comment)  
  
Location: Administrative Center   
  
Livestream: View meetings live  
  
2024 Meeting Dates: July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17 
 
2025 Meeting Dates: January 21, February 18, March 18,  April 15, May 20, June 17 

2024-2025 Committee of the Whole Dates (4:30-6:30): July 9, September 10, December 10, January 28 
 
Questions? Contact Tanya Rico

A half day event for freshmen.  Students will have the opportunity to meet staff and learn the layout of the building while participating in fun team-building activities. 
 
Who’s Invited? Incoming freshmen students who will attend Joliet Central or Joliet West during the 2024-2025 school year. 
 
When: August 9 from 9 a.m. to noon 
 
Location: Joliet Central and Joliet West

An opportunity for students and families who have completed the registration process to pick up their schedules, student ID, find their locker, and more.

Dates: August 5 to August 8

Who’s Invited? Students and families who have completed the registration process.

Location: Joliet Central and Joliet West

Are you passionate about JTHS history and the preservation of historical items?  Do you want to help give school tours? Students receive community service for attending.  Bring the Community Service Form and have it signed. 
 
Who’s Invited? Parents/Guardians, Students, Staff, Alumni, Community 
 
Dates: September 19, November 21, January 16, March 20, May 15

Time: 7 p.m. 
 
Location: Joliet Central Third Floor Archives Area  
 
Questions?  Contact Emily Petronio

August 9 
Joliet Central Marching Band in the Momence, IL Gladiolus Festival Parade 

November 29  
Light up the Holidays Parade Participation 

December 5 
Band Concert @ 7 p.m. in the Auditorium 

February 20 
Winter Band Concert @ 7 p.m. in the Auditorium 

May 15 
Spring Band Concert at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium 

April 10, 11, 12
Central Spring Musical @ 7 p.m.

An annual celebration of seniors, including scholarship awards.

April 29, 2025
Joliet Central Auditorium

October 10, 11, and 12
Central Fall Play @ 7 p.m.

A community-wide event series with community resource tables, food trucks, giveaway items, and a series breakout session that guests can choose to attend based on their individual interests.  Includes a Community Resource Expo with giveaways and valuable information. 

Semester 1 Community Connections Health & Job Expo
Joliet Township High School invites you to participate in our first-ever Community Connections Health & Job Expo!  The event is open to the entire community and includes community resource tables, a job expo, food trucks, raffles, health screenings, the Hidden in Plain Site Trailer, breakout sessions related to health, safety, overall well-being and more! 
October 22
6 to 8 p.m.
Central Campus

Semester 2 Community Connections Series
***More Information Coming Soon!!
February 20
6 to 8 p.m.
West Campus

Central Spanish-speaking students and their families new to the United States are invited to attend the Newcomer Family Informational Night. We will give families the opportunity to tour our facilities and learn more about JT, community resources, and so much more. We will also offer free childcare for children ages 4-12 and light refreshments. The event will be held in Spanish. You can view the flyer by clicking here. Please click here If you would like to register for the event.

Date: September 4, 2024
Location: Joliet Central High School
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Entry and Parking: Please use the main entrance.  You may park in any available JTHS school parking lot. The event will be held in the auditorium. 

A 501(C)3 Organization that raises money for scholarships, educational mini-grants, and contributions to the principal’s discretionary fund.  Fundraising events include an annual golf outing and a trivia event.  Open to alumni, parents, and the community.  
 
Who’s Invited: Parents/Guardians, Staff, Alumni, Community 
 
2024 Dates: 
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Tuesday, December 3, 2024

2025 Dates: TBD

Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. 
 
Location: Administrative Center  
 
Questions: Contact Mark Turk 

A support group for grandparents raising children that provides fellowship and assistance in navigating the educational and public service aid systems.  View the Grandparents Raising Children Flyer. 
 
Who’s Invited? All Grandparents Raising Children – Does Not Have to Be A JTHS Student 
 
Location: Administrative Center  
 
Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

Dates: September 17, 2024, October 15, 2024; November 19, 2024, January 21, 2025; February 18, 2025 and March 18, 2025

Annual Grand Family Celebration
December 20, 2024 5 to 7 p.m.
Administrative Center  
Invitation Only

A celebration of school pride and tradition.

Joliet West High School
Football Game: Friday, Oct. 11 at 6 p.m.
Dance: Oct. 12

Joliet Central High School
Football Game: Friday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m.
Parade: Saturday, Oct. 19
Participants gather at 9:30 a.m. & parade kicks off at 10 a.m.
View Parade Route
Dance: Saturday, Oct. 19

Are you interested in providing an internship or serving as a classroom speaker or mentor? Do you have a partnership idea you would like to discuss?  If so, complete the Partnership Sign Up Form.

Questions? Contact Shelley Clark

An opportunity for the community to hear informative presentations regarding community organizations while connecting with the JTHS superintendent, JTHS administrative leaders, and community and faith-based leaders.

Who’s Invited?: Community and Faith-Based Leaders 

Dates: September 13, December 13, February 14 & April 25  

Location: Administrative Center  
 
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. – Hot Breakfast Provided 

Questions?  Contact Kristine Schlismann

An annual opportunity for individuals of all ages to work side-by-side completing community service projects at locations throughout the Joliet-area community in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Hot breakfast and lunch are provided.  Organizations are encouraged to submit their own community service project within the community for completion.  Students receive five community service hours for participation and are given a certificate of completion for documentation.

Who’s Invited: Students, Staff, Families, Alumni, Community

Date: Jan 20, 2025

Location: Joliet Central High School Student Center Galleria & Cafeteria & Volunteer Sites Throughout the Community

Volunteer Check-In – Breakfast – Welcoming Remarks
7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Community Service Completion
9 a.m. to Noon

Lunch, Project Re-Caps & Entertainment
Noon to 2 p.m.

An annual event hosted by the JT Athletic Boosters that recognizes athletic achievements while raising funds for Joliet Central and West Athletic Programs.

Date: April 17, 2025

Location: 176 West Banquets

Social Hour: 5 p.m.

Dinner: 6:15 p.m.

Awards: 6:45 p.m.

Central and West Open Houses are August 28, 2024 from 6 to 8 p.m. This is an opportunity for students and families to meet teachers and staff and learn about the programs and opportunities available. Students are dismissed at 1:15 p.m. The early release schedule is listed below. 

Who’s Invited: Parents/Guardians, Families, Students 
Date: August 28, 2024
Time: 6 to 8 p.m. 
Location: Joliet Central and Joliet West

August 9
Concert for Parents 2 p.m. in the Central Auditorium

August 29
Bicentennial Park Concert - 6:30 p.m. Concert.

October 10
Fall Showcase Concert @ West – 7:00 p.m. Concert with Choir and Band

October 18
Orchestra Festival Day with District 86 @ West Field House – 6 p.m.

December 12
Sounds of the Season @ Central – 3 p.m. Concert with Choir

February 6
Winter Concert @ Central – 7 p.m.

March 20
Chamber Concert @ Central – 7 p.m. Concert with Choir

May 1
Spring Concert @ West – 7 p.m.

An opportunity for students and parents to meet virtually with teachers regarding grades, attendance, assignments, assessments, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. All conferences take place virtually. Log on to Power PTC HERE to schedule when registration opens.

2024-2025 Parent Teacher Conference dates are as follows:

Semester 1 Dates
October 24, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m.  Students are dismissed at 1:15 p.m.

October 25, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  No classes for students.

Semester 2 Dates
March 6,  2025 from 4 to 7 p.m.  Students are dismissed at 1:15 p.m.

March 7, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  No classes for students.

Parents, teachers, students, and staff are invited to serve as members of the Parent Teacher Advisory Committee to assist in developing and refining student behavior policies and procedures.  The group will make policy and handbook revision recommendations to ensure that behavior infractions and the student discipline process are free of bias.  

Students receive Community Service Hours for participating.

Meeting Dates: Sept. 26, Oct. 10, Nov. 7, Nov. 21, Dec. 5, and Dec. 19. 
When: 5 to 7 PM
Where: Joliet Central Multipurpose Room
Dinner is Provided

Complete the Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee Sign-Up Form to participate. Spanish interpretation is available.
 

An opportunity for business and community members to learn about the various ways they can partner with our schools.  Involvement opportunities include internships, job shadowing, mentorship, classroom speakers, curricular partnerships and more.  A hot breakfast is provided.

Who’s Invited: Business and Community Members, Parents/Guardians, and Alumni Interested in Volunteering 

Date: October 4, 2024

Location: Administrative Center 

Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 

The annual crosstown Central vs. West cross-town volleyball event.  The Pink Heals event has been a part of the JT volleyball programs since 2008 and has a special meaning to all that have been a part of our volleyball family.   
 
Who's Invited? Cancer Survivors & Families, Parents, Students, Staff, Alumni & Community 
 
Date: October 17 
 
Location: Joliet Central Main Gym 
 
Time: Doors Open at 3:45 p.m.  The JV/Freshman games start at 4:30 p.m., followed by the Pre-Game Survivors Ceremony, and then the varsity game. 
 
Tickets: JTHS will sell Pink Heals Shirts for $15 each at the event.  Otherwise, donations will be accepted at the door. All proceeds go to Pink Heals. 

A community-based intervention for students on Expulsion Warning who wish to repair the harm created by their actions and earn their way off the expulsion warning list.  The student, his/her parent, the PSC Circle Coordinator, and the community volunteer participate in four 1-hour circles to answer and examine the questions: What happened? What were you (the student) thinking at the time? Who has been affected by what you (the student) has done? What do you (the student) think needs to be done to make things right?
View the PSC Flyer (English)
View the PSC Flyer (Spanish)

Who Can Volunteer? Community Members, Parents, Alumni

How Does the Volunteer Participate? By sharing their life experiences and insight during the circle conversation

Dates: TBD on a case-by-case basis. Each circle volunteer experience is comprised of four 1-hour circles completed consecutively

Times: Circles take place in the evening or on weekends – Case by case basis

PSC Location: Administrative Center

How to Volunteer: Contact Greg Thompson

An annual event celebrating the careers of our dedicated retirees. 

Who’s Invited: Retirees & Their Families, Staff

Date: May 14, 2025

Location: Jacob Henry Mansion - 15 Richards St, Joliet, IL 60433

Social Hour: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Program: 6:30 p.m.

An annual event celebrating JTHS volunteers, partners, and donors.  This event is invitation only for those who dedicated service to our district.

Who’s Invited: Volunteers, Community Partners, Donors – Invitation Only

Date: April 10

Location: Renaissance Center 

Social Hour: 5 to 6 p.m. 
Hors D’oeuvres, Cash Bar & Musical Entertainment

Program: 6 to 8 p.m.

The Joliet Township High School Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Karla Guseman invite community members, civic leaders, legislators, parents, staff, and students to a State of the District Address.  The event schedule includes a Meet and Greet with appetizers, musical entertainment, and community resource vendors from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by the State of the District address from 6 to 7:30 p.m. 

Date: Feb 5, 2025

Location: Joliet Central High School Student Center Galleria & Cafeteria

Meet & Greet: 5 to 6 p.m.
Includes Appetizers, Musical Entertainment & Resource Vendors

State of the District Address: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Steelmen Academy Showcase for 8^th Grade Families
Joliet Central High School invites 8^th grade students and families to the Steelmen Academy Showcase for incoming freshmen on Wednesday, January 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Joliet Central High School, 201 E. Jefferson Street in Joliet.  Spanish interpretation is available.  The event kicks off in the Student Center Galleria at 6 p.m. Students and families can tour the school and speak with current students, teachers, and counselors about elective courses, athletics, and activities. Student performances and entertainment is provided by Central’s music programs.  Guests may enter through the Main Entrance or through Door J, the Auditorium Entrance, on Eastern Avenue.  Parking is available in all school lots. 

Who’s Invited: Incoming Freshman Students & Families/Current 8th Graders Who Will Attend Central in the Fall

Date: January 22, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Location: Joliet Central High School - Guests may enter through the Main Entrance or through Door J, the Auditorium Entrance, on Eastern Avenue.  Parking is available in all school lots. 

Questions? Contact Jodi Casagrande

Tiger 8^th Grade Preview Night for Incoming Freshmen
Joliet West High School will host its annual 8th Grade Preview Night for incoming freshmen and their families on Wednesday, January 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Joliet West High School, 401 N. Larkin Avenue in Joliet. The event kicks off in the Auditorium at 6 p.m. with an overview of Joliet West High School followed by a series of programs parents and students can choose to attend.  Program topics and information are in the links below.  Students and parents may attend up to four programs based on their interests.

Who’s Invited: Incoming Freshman Students & Families/Current 8th Graders Who Will Attend West in the Fall

Date: January 22, 2025

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Location: Joliet West High School - Guests should enter through Door 5 off Glenwood Avenue near the cafeteria.  Parking is available in all school lots.  

Questions? Contact Virginia Paramo or Lisa Guzman (Habla Espanol)

An annual event that honors the service of our veterans.  Included among the cast of this poignant ceremony are the JROTC Cadets; the Joliet Central Symphonic Band with a musical tribute representing each branch of the service; the Joliet Central Choirs; ROTC Commander Phil Jayko reading “Duty, Honor, Country,” and the reading of veteran service biographies. Following the ceremony, a reception takes place in the Student Center for veterans, military personnel, families, friends, and community. Refreshments are provided by Central Culinary Arts students. 

Who’s Invited: Veterans, Military Personnel, Families, Students, Community, Alumni

Date: November 8

Time/Location:
Ceremony – Central Campus Auditorium
Begins at 2:20 p.m.

Reception – Central Campus Student Center Galleria
3:30 p.m. immediately following the ceremony.  Musical entertainment & appetizers provided.

Instructions for Entering the Building
Visitors may arrive any time after 1:30 p.m.  Parking is available in all lots and guests may enter the building at the Auditorium Entrance off Eastern Avenue or through the Student Center Circle Drive Main Entrance if mobility restricted.

How Can Veterans Receive Recognition at the Event?
Veterans can complete the online form HERE or contact the Community and Alumni Relations Office at (815) 727-6796 to receive recognition at the event.

Questions? Contact Kristine Schlismann

October 10
Showcase Concert @ 7 p.m.

December 10
Winter Band Concert @ 7 p.m.

February 25
Band Chamber Concert @ 7 p.m.

May 13
Band Spring Concert @ 7 p.m.

September 19
Scenes Performance @ 7 p.m.

October 10
Showcase Concert @ 7 pm

November 19
D86/204 Choir Festival During the School Day

December 12
Winter Choir Concert @ 7 p.m.

February 13
Midwinter Choral Concert @ 7 p.m.

March 13
Musical Matinee for Schools @ 9:30 a.m.

March 14 & 15
Spring  Musical @ 7 p.m.

March 16
Spring Musical @ 2 p.m.

April 12
Joliet Choir Contest

May 6
Spring Choir Concert

A fall, winter, and spring mentorship dinner is held for senior athletes at Joliet West.  During the dinners, mentors are paired with athletes to tell their story and engage in conversation.    
 
Who Can Mentor? Parents/Guardians, Staff, Alumni, Community 
 
Dates:  
Fall Dinner – 8/28/24 from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m.
Spring Dinner – 11/19/24 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Winter Dinner – 3/6/25 from 4:45-5:45 p.m.   
 
Location: Joliet West Cafeteria  
 
How to Sign Up as a Mentor:  Complete the West Senior Athletic Mentor Dinner Sign Up Form
 
Questions?  Contact Steve Millsaps

October 25-27
Fall Play Performances

An annual celebration of seniors, including scholarship awards.

May 13, 2025
Joliet West Auditorium