Thursday, March 20, 2025
EARLY RELEASE DAY / 1:30PM DISMISSAL
NO AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALLS/CLUBS/SPORTS
***FRIDAY 3/21 - NO SCHOOL***
***SPRING BREAK STARTS MARCH 24 - MARCH 28***
***SCHOOL RESUMES ON MONDAY, MARCH 31ST!!!***
FYI's FOR THIS WEEK (3/17-3/21):
***TONIGHT, THURSDAY 3/20: FAMILY/EDUCATOR CONFERENCES @ 5-8:30PM***
***FRIDAY 3/21: FAMILY/EDUCATOR CONFERENCES @ 10AM-1:30PM***
FYI's FOR FUTURE IMPORTANT DATES:
***MONDAY 3/31: TRACK & FIELD SEASON STARTS***
Today is an "A" DAY
DAILY ROTATION
Thursday, March 20th - "A" Day
STUDY HALLS (2:30PM TO 3:15PM)
***NO AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALLS TODAY, THURSDAY 3/20***
Study Halls run Monday-Thursdays, except on Early Release or Half Days.
Trimester Three Locations (Printed copies are available in front office)
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES (2:30PM TO 3:15PM)
Mondays
6th Grade Orchestra
Concert Band
Announcement Club - Be on the TG Video Announcements. We meet Mondays in room 210 wih Ms. O'Rourke.
Choir - 7th/8th Grade Choir meets Mondays and Wednesdays in room 43 with Mr. Barrett.
History Fair - This year's History Fair theme is "Rights and Responsibilities in History." If you have any questions, please see Ms. Leone in Room 105.
Jewelry Making Club - Join us in making a variety of different types of jewelry like bracelets, necklaces, bags and so much more. We will meet on scheduled Mondays at 2:30-3:15pm in Ms. Sabin’s room (220).
LEGO Club - Meets on Mondays, 2:30 to 3:15pm in Mrs. Huberty's room 227. Bins of Legos are available; all you have to bring is your imagination! All grades are welcome.
Math Club - Are you passionate about numbers, puzzles, and problem-solving? Do you want to explore the wonders of mathematics beyond the classroom? Then the Math Club is the place for you! We solve interesting problems: Challenge yourself with intriguing math problems and puzzles. Participate in Competitions: Get involved in math competitions and showcase your skills. See Mr. Zajac, Room 207, with questions.
Service Club - If you are interested in making blankets, creating posters for animal food collections, and possibly going for a tour of an animal shelter: please start coming to Service Club. Hosted by Mr. Williams/Mrs. Koulentes in Room 240.
Yearbook Club - Interested in creating your school's yearbook? Do you like taking pictures? If you answered yes to these questions the come to yearbook club on Mondays in Room 201 - Mr. Leven. We will create your student yearbook.
Tuesdays
Chamber Orchestra
Honor Band
Wednesdays
7th Grade Orchestra
Honor Band
Acceptance Club - Join Acceptance Club to help create a safe, welcoming, and accepting school environment for LGBTQ+ students and allies in our school. Meet in Mrs. Pinta’s room 242 (with Ms. Sabin as well) every Wednesday from 2:30-3:15pm.
After-School Sports - Large Gym - Ms. Degen and Mrs. Ruchim
Art Fair Club - Ms. Dodge - Room 41. We will be alternating our weekly meetings between Wednesdays and Thursdays. April's meetings are Wednesday, April 2; Thursday, April 10; Wednesday, April 16; Thursday, April 24; and Wednesday, April 30.
Aspiring Authors - If you like to write in your spare time, come to Aspiring Authors Club! Join us for fun writing contests, exciting prompts to spark new ideas, and time to work on your own stories. Meetings are held every Wednesday in Mrs. Huberty’s room 227. All grades are welcome!
Board Game Club - 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month with Mr. Siemsen in Room 208. April's meetings will be Wednesday, April 2nd & Wednesday, April 16th.
Book Club - Collaboratory - Ms. Husted/Woods
Card Game Club - Card game club is for enthusiasts to gather and indulge in various card games! You can socialize, improve your skills, and explore new and classic card games. We will meet every other Wednesday during the activity period in Ms. Schaefer’s room, 205. There is no sign up and all grades are welcome!
Catalyst Club - Room 201 - Mr. Leven
Choir - 7th/8th Grade Choir meets Mondays and Wednesdays in room 43 with Mr. Barrett.
Debate Club - We will meet at 2:30 - 3:15pm in Room 203 with Mr. Dahlstrom. Please feel free to contact Mr. Dahlstrom with any questions. Website link here.
Science Club - If you are interested in learning more about science and like STEM activities stop by Wednesdays in Mr. Hedmarks room 123 during activity period!!
Service Club - Room 240 - Mr. Williams/Mrs. Koulentes. If you are interested in making dog blankets, creating posters for animal food collections, and possibly going for a tour of an animal shelter, please start coming to Service Club. Hosted by Mr. Williams/Mrs. Koulentes in Room 240.
Stock Market Club - Come join this club and learn about corporations and companies and how they make money for their shareholders. This club will look at charts/data and historical trends in order to determine a good time to buy and sell stocks/mutual funds. You will also be competing in a virtual competition in which you get $100,000 to invest in stock and mutual funds. This is a nationwide competition. The first meeting is Wednesday, September 5th, and we will meet every other week. Meeting time is 2:30-3:15pm on Wednesdays in room 201 - Mr. Leven.
Thursdays. ***NO AFTER-SCHOOL CLUBS TODAY 3/20***
8th Grade Orchestra
Concert Band
Art Fair Club - Ms. Dodge - Room 41. We will be alternating our weekly meetings between Wednesdays and Thursdays. April's meetings are Wednesday, April 2; Thursday, April 10; Wednesday, April 16; Thursday, April 24, and Wednesday, April 30.
Choir - 6th grade meets on Thursdays from 2:30-3:15 PM in Room 43. Email Mr. Barrett with any questions! [email protected]
Craft Club - Do you like making small crafts and projects? Do you like to socialize with friends while being creative? If you do, Craft Club is for you! We will meet Thursdays from 2:30-3:15pm in Room 122. Bring a friend or two! Any questions, please contact Mrs. Neuman or Ms. Tomer.
Guitar Club - Study Rooms in Collaboratory- Mr. Maddox
Language Club - Join us this week for LANGUAGE CLUB to practice verbal and social language skills through games and other fun activities. The Language Club will meet in Room 55 with Mrs. O'Neill and Mrs. Remington. We look forward to seeing some new students, along with our returning members this week. See you then!
Meteorology, Weather, Astronomy, and more! - Do you enjoy or like to explore weather, weather patterns, satellite images, cloud formations, radar, or forecast maps? How about hurricanes and other severe weather events? Flight patterns around storms? Maybe earthquakes, tsunamis, or oceanography? Perhaps vulcanism? Amazing space science and astronomy discoveries and images? Look up your Sky View forecast! We will explore, share, and “show and tell” a variety of fascinating links, information, resources, and Apps, including events in the news or other current happenings. This club will meet on Wednesdays or Thursdays. Drop in anytime, all grades are welcome. Follow the announcements for meetings, or check in with Mr. Dahlstrom with any questions! We will meet from 2:30-3:15pm in Room 203.
Origami Club - Dive into the world of paper folding and discover how a simple sheet of paper can transform into incredible creations. Learn new techniques, share your masterpieces, and have fun with friends. Meetings are held on Thursdays in Mrs. Huberty’s room 227. All grades are welcome! Paper and project ideas will be provided.
Puzzle Club - Room 220 - Ms. Sabin
Science Olympiad - All Team Practice - Room 123 @ 2:30-3:15pm
TG Ambassadors Club - Room 205 - Ms. Shaefer/Mrs. O'Neill.
FRIDAYS. ***NO SCHOOL 3/21***
Jazz Band
EVERY Friday is "Hat Day!" Feel free to "sport" your favorite hat!
SPORTS (START AT 3:15pm)
***NO AFTER-SCHOOL SPORTS TODAY THURSDAY 3/20***
TRACK & FIELD
*TEAM PICTURES: THURSDAY, APRIL 10 @ TWIN 2:30-4PM*
***REMINDER: OUR SEASON WILL START MONDAY, MARCH 31ST! MORE INFO TO FOLLOW***
VOLLEYBALL
*TEAM PICTURES: THURSDAY, APRIL 10 @ TWIN 2:30-4PM*
7TH GRADE GAMES:
7th Grade Boys V-Ball @ Twin vs Fremont: Thursday, April 3 @ 3:30-6pm (Home)
8TH GRADE GAMES:
8th Grade Boys V-Ball @ Fremont: Thursday, April 3 @ 3:30-6pm (Away)
SCHOLASTIC BOWL
COMPETITION DATES:
- Hawthorn North vs Scholastic Bowl "A" @ Twin: Wednesday, April 2; 3:15-5pm (Home)
- Scholastic Bowl @ Woodlawn: Thursday, April 3; 3:15-5pm (Away)
- Scholastic Bowl "A" Team @ Twin vs Barrington Station: Monday, April 7: 3:15-5pm (Home)
- Scholastic Bowl @ Daniel Wright: Tuesday, April 8; 3:15-5pm (Away)
- Scholastic Bowl @ Fremont: Thursday, April 10; 3:15-5pm (Away)
BULLETINS
SEUSSICAL 2025 REHEARSAL INFORMATION
Seussical 2025 Rehearsal Full Calendar
MARCH WEEKLY DATES/TIMES:
Friday, March 21 ***NO SCHOOL***
UPCOMING EVENTS/REMINDERS
EVENTS:
5th Grade Middle School Transition Night @ Twin Groves: Thursday, April 3; 7-8pm
End of Year Band/Orchestra Party-Boosters @ Dave & Busters: Wednesday, April 9; 4:30-7:30pm
Orchestra Festival @ Twin: Friday, April 11; 3-7pm
REMINDERS:
Family/Educator Conferences: TONIGHT Thursday, March 20; 5-8:30pm
Family/Educator Conferences: THIS Friday, March 21; 10am-1:30pm
DAILY REMINDERS
Cell Phones
We ask that all students have their cell phones silenced and locked securely in their lockers from 7:43am to 2:30pm.
- If a staff member see a cell phone out, we will ask the student to lock it in their locker.
- If they do not comply, the phone will be taken and sent to the office until the end of the day.
- Students can collect their cell phones from the office at 2:30pm.
Dress Code
This is a friendly reminder of the District 96 Standards of Dress from the Parent/Student Handbook.
4.12-e Standards for Student Dress
- Students who are appropriately and comfortably dressed are able to focus on schoolwork more effectively. The following guidelines will be enforced by building administrators. Cooperation by parents is appreciated.
- Dress or appearance that provokes or distracts other students or otherwise causes a disruption to the educational process is prohibited.
- Shoes must be worn at all times.
- Clothing, jewelry, or accessories may not have writing or pictures that advertise or advocate alcohol, drugs, tobacco, obscenity, violence, or gang activity.
- Pants must be worn at the waistline.
- Hats are allowed on designated hat days only.
- Half shirts, cropped tops, spaghetti straps, and underwear or sleepwear worn as outerwear are not acceptable.
- Undergarments should not be visible.
- With the exception of appropriate jewelry, no chains should be worn.
- Students who are in violation of the policy and rules of student dress code will be asked to comply with the rules by either changing to other attire that is available at school, or by having parents bring different clothes from home. In the event there is noncompliance with the above regulations, a student may receive disciplinary action.
Please note...any student violating the dress code will be asked to change into other clothes or cover up.
Tardies
Students are expected to be in their classrooms, ready to learn, by the start of each period. Students who arrive to class after the start of the period will be considered tardy and consequences may follow.
Lost & Found
There is a Lost & Found bin in the back, left corner of the cafeteria (if you're looking at the wall of windows with your back to the stage).