Fifth grade students read the book “I Walk With Vanessa: A StoryAbout a Simple Act of Kindness” and then created kindness posters during their media center time. They are displayed in the hallway in support of Bullying Prevention Month.
Congratulations to our Weekly Math Challenge Winners 10.7.24!
In the media center, second graders heard the read aloud Just Ask! Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia Sotomayor . Then, students used an ASL alphabet template to practice signing their name. After some practice, they created a video of themselves signing their name,
Thank you to the PTO for creating our amazing float and everyone participating in the Homecoming Parade today. It was so much fun!
Fifth graders heard the story “Where Are You From” by Yamile Saied Mendez last week, and then were challenged to create Lego glasses to represent themselves.
Kindergarten and 1st grade read Sky Color by Peter H. Reynolds this week during library time, and then students had a growth mindset sun drawing activity. They did a great job!
Second-grade students had a great field trip to Heap's Farm. Everyone went home with a pumpkin! Thank you to our volunteers who helped on the field trip!
Ms.Faber's third graders tested paper bridge weight capacity using pennies.
Students in Mrs. Heitz's 2nd-grade classroom learned about arrays using M&M's.
Flags will be at half-staff today at all District 202 buildings in honor of Patriot Day. #neverforget911
Students are having fun at recess!
Students enjoy visiting the library and checking out books this week!
6.25 Foundation visits TJ and donates to the library to honor a fallen soldier's hometown from the Korean War, PFC Vincent Angelo Vega, Task Force Smith, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Battle of Osan, Missing In Action
The Board of Education will host its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 11, at Plainfield South High School, 7800 W. Caton Farm Road. Agenda: https://5il.co/2w2he Live feed: https://youtube.com/live/0KHAqnCZFz0?feature=share
Remember! No school on Monday for the Labor Day holiday! See you September 3! #202proud
Last night, the Board of Education approved switching SIP days in September due to the LIV Golf tournament at Bolingbrook Country Club. Students will be in school on Monday, September 16, and off school on Friday, September 13. Student absences on Monday will be excused. https://psd202.diligent.community/document/e68d336f-b82b-4886-9391-2cefd4d20e44/
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory and excessive heat watch for our area until 8 p.m. Tuesday. District 202 uses the following guidelines on days with extremely hot and or humid weather:
• Recess/PE outdoors if the heat index is 90 degrees or below
• Recess/PE indoors if the heat index is above 95 degrees
The heat index takes into account both air temperature and relative humidity. If the heat index is between 91 degrees and 94 degrees principals can decide if students stay inside or go outdoors.
Afterschool sports
High and middle school athletic directors will communicate any changes to their communities. Please also watch middle and high school social media accounts for updates.
TJ Staff Welcomes Students and Families to the 24-25 School Year!
Thank you for a great start to the 24-25 school year!
Check out this week's Back to School Education Partners newsletter. Welcome back 202! https://psd202.edurooms.com/engage/plainfield-community-consolidated-school-district-202/newsletters/education-partners-for-08-16-2024
