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Principal’s Message December 3, 2021

Dear Parents and Students, 
 
The end of Semester 1 is quickly approaching, which means if grades need improvement, time is running out.  Teachers and staff are here to support you, so please reach out.  Online and in-person tutoring is available.  If social-emotional help is needed, contact your school counselor or complete the Request for Support Form.  We are here to help. 
 
There is good news to share from our music programs.  Congratulations to the students selected to the ILMEA All-State Bands, Choirs, and Orchestra and to Mr. Don Stinson who was selected as a recipient for the Dr. William P. Foster Project Community Development Award.

Important information is below. 
 
Semester 1 Final Exams 
Semester 1 Final Exams take place December 20-22.  The final exam schedule is HERE. Please note that this is a revised version and slightly different from what was posted earlier to our website. The only change is to the order of the periods on Wednesday. We will communicate additional final exam information closer to the exam dates in a separate email. 
 
Online & In-Person Tutoring  
Free online tutoring is available to students.  Sign up HERE.  In-person tutoring is available for Science during first period and after school.  To view Central’s in-person tutoring dates/times, click HERE. To view West’s click HERE. 

Responsible Technology Use 
There was an incident brought to the attention of Joliet West High School administration regarding students and the inappropriate use of social media, which is why we are sharing a reminder regarding the appropriate use of technology. 

Inappropriate electronic communication and technology usage can lead to disciplinary action if electronic conduct is harmful or disruptive toward our school, students or staff, or if it indicates that a student is in violation of School Board Policy.  JTHS incorporates lessons on internet safety and responsible electronic usage into our curriculum.  In addition, we encourage parents and guardians to talk to their student about the consequences of inappropriate electronic communication and technology usage by monitoring their child’s use of all electronic devices and applications, including his or her computer, cell phone and social media use.  Please discuss electronic safety at home with your student.  

Students and parents should report inappropriate communication that is used to bully, harass, and intimidate or compromises the safety of our school community.  Concerns can be reported to the student’s dean or any member of the JTHS staff.  Students and parents can also anonymously report inappropriate electronic communication or instances of bullying and security/safety issues to the School Violence Tip Line at 1-800-477-0024 or online at https://www.jths.org/family-resources/report-bullying.  If you need assistance speaking with your child about the topic of responsible technology use, please contact your student’s guidance counselor.   

 
Safety and Security Community Forum 

The forum takes place on December 7 at 6 p.m.  JTHS will provide information, answer questions, and share parent and community engagement opportunities.  In preparation for the forum, we ask our stakeholders to complete this form to provide comments, thoughts, questions, or suggestions regarding safety and security at our schools. You may provide your name and email, or you can submit this form anonymously.  You do not need to attend the forum to complete this form. We welcome all feedback.  More information about the event is HERE.

BPAC Meeting: Time Management & Self-Care  
The Bilingual Parent Advisory Council (BPAC) invites all JTHS families to their next BPAC Meeting on Wednesday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Joliet Central Multipurpose Room. Carina Yanes, JCHS Social Worker, will speak on the topic of Time Management & Self-Care. If you would like more information about BPAC or the upcoming meeting, please contact Veronica Gallegos at vgallegos@jths.org

 
Winter Wonderland Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus 
A Winter Wonderland Breakfast with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Buddy the Elf takes place on Saturday, December 11 from 8 a.m. to noon in the Joliet Central Student Center. The community event includes breakfast, take-and-go crafts, a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a personalized letter from Santa mailed home just in time for the holidays for children who put their wish list in Santa’s mailbox.  More info HERE.
 
Stress & Anxiety Workshop for Students 
JTHS students can attend an in-person workshop designed to provide stress and anxiety coping techniques. The event takes place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 12 at the Galowich YMCA, 749 Houbolt Road in Joliet, and is anticipated to be an hour or an hour and a half in length. There is no cost to attend. Students must pre-register HERE.
 
JTHS Board of Education Meeting December 14 
Parents, students, members of our community, and the public are invited to attend Board of Education meetings. The next regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting is December 14 at 7 p.m. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours prior to the meeting and are found HERE. Due to COVID restrictions, the capacity limit for board meetings is 75 visitors. Visitors are admitted to the meeting on a first come basis. Board of Education meetings are livestreamed and can be viewed HERE. Masks must be worn at all times while inside JTHS buildings and visitors must certify that they do not have COVID or COVID like symptoms. The public may comment during the public comments section on any agenda item or topics related to the district; however, this is not an opportunity for conversation. Visitors must conduct themselves with respect and civility towards others. Individuals wishing to make public comment must sign-up for public comment upon arrival and before 6:50 p.m. on-site at the JTHS Administrative Center. 
 
Illinois School Report Card 
Due to the Pandemic, the Illinois State Board of Education is releasing school report card data in phases.  The second issuance of data, which includes district-level assessment data from the SAT and Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR), is now available online at www.illinoisreportcard.com.  The Illinois School Report Card website publishes school data, including academic performance, school environment, educators, students, and highlights provided by principals.  We will continue to notify our families when new data is posted.  
 
Have a great weekend. 
 
Principals Hallihan & Gibson 

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