Families & Students: 

As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day, a time to honor and remember those who served. 

As we look ahead, the final day of classes for the 2024–2025 school year is Friday, May 30. Let’s make the most of this last week and carry the momentum all the way through the finish line!

Class of 2025 Graduation – Tomorrow, May 24 
Tomorrow we celebrate the Class of 2025 from Joliet Central and West. The ceremonies will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. You can live stream the graduation by clicking on the links below. Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 
Central Graduation Live Stream  
West Graduation Live Stream  

Semester 2 Final Exam Schedule – May 28-30  
Semester 2 final exams are May 28-30. 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 29 and 30 are below.  
Central Semester 2 Final Exam Morning Bus Pick Up Schedule   
West Semester 2 Final Exam Morning Bus Pick Up Schedule   

Student Volunteer Opportunity – May 31 
Students can receive community service hours by participating in the Bicentennial Bluffs Community Clean Up Day and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 31 at 10:00 a.m. Volunteers can meet at the St. Peter Lutheran Church gym located at 310 N. Broadway Street in Joliet. This event is open to the community. View the flyer for more information. If you are a JTHS student, please be sure to bring your Community Service Form to the event and have it signed by the event coordinator or the adult in charge.   

JTHS Foundation Golf Outing – June 5 
On June 5, the JTHS Foundation will host the 24th Annual Brent Wadsworth Alumni Golf Outing. The event is open to alumni, staff, business partners and the community. View the Foundation Golf Announcement for more information. 

Back-to-School Vaccines Available at the Will County Health Department 
Does your student need vaccines? Will your student be a senior for the 2025-2026 school year? All students entering 12th grade (seniors) are required to provide proof of receiving two doses of the Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MCV4). The Will County Health Department is taking appointments for back-to-school vaccines. For more information, call 815-740-8143 or consult the flyer. Please don’t wait to schedule an appointment. Summer is right around the corner, so seize the day by scheduling those appointments! 

Student Volunteer Opportunity – June 27 & 28 
The United Leukodystrophy Foundation is seeking student volunteers to help facilitate fun and meaningful activities in the children and teen rooms during its annual medical conference. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and have their own transportation. The conference will take place at Eaglewood Resort, located at 1401 Nordic Rd, Itasca, IL 60143. Students may volunteer for a full day or choose a half-day shift. Morning shifts run from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and afternoon shifts run from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. Or volunteer for the entire day! If you are interested in making a difference and earning service hours, click here to sign up. Don’t forget to bring your Community Service Form to the event and have it signed by the event coordinator or supervising adult. 

Summer Health Fair – June 14 and August 2 
Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness is hosting two summer Health Fairs on Saturday, June 14 and Saturday, August 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the East Community Health Center, 1200 Eagle Street in Joliet. These events are a great opportunity for families to get school and sports physicals (appointments are limited and filling quickly), enjoy kids activities, pick up fresh produce baskets, and connect with local community resources. With summer moving fast, we especially encourage student athletes to schedule their sports physicals early. Call 877-692-8686 to reserve your appointment. View the event flyer for more information. 

Will County Community Health Center’s Back-to-School Health Fair – July 12  
The Will County Community Health Center is excited to host its annual Back-to-School Health Fair on Saturday, July 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1106 Neal Avenue in Joliet. This fun-filled, family-friendly event is designed to help students start the school year strong! Families can enjoy games, giveaways, and access to a wide variety of community resource partners. The fair will also offer sports, dental, and school physicals, as well as vaccines. Due to high demand and limited availability of medical staff and vaccines, appointments are required for these health services. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call 815-727-8670 or consult the event flyer. This event is a wonderful way to get ready for the new school year, don’t miss out on this great event!