December 15th, 2016

• If you didn't make it to the band concert last night, you missed a great show! Congratulations to our students and to Mr. Gosnell!
• The next Weekly Roundup will be published (1/5).
• Pretzel Cheer will host its 2nd Annual ICCA Cheer Competition (12/17) in the dome.
• New Berlin Pretzel PopSockets make great stocking stuffers. Contact Mrs. Tom at jtom@pretzelpride.com
• The 2nd Quarter Reward party will be held at school (12/20). The theme is Winter Retreat. Students will participate in a fun filled day of activities including movies, games, dancing, reading, and science exploration. Lunch will be provided along with a Hot Chocolate bar with cookies in the afternoon. Permission slips for PG13 are required.
• (12/20) is a 221 dismissal to begin break.
• Christmas Break (12/21-1/3). Students will return on (1/4).
• Pretzel Athletics is hosting another Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A on Monday (1/16). Eat More Chicken and support Pretzel Athletics!
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 12th - December 17th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 19th - December 24th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 26th - December 31st
• The character for the month is CARING.  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Ben Hermes (6th), Alexa Joseph (8th), Morgan Marx (6th), Jack Kindred (8th), Nick Lehman (7th), Adeline Wys (7th), and Faith Nuss (8th).
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December 8th, 2016

• Students will be participating in an Hour of Code activity tomorrow (12/9).  Go to https://hourofcode.com/us for more information.
• Drama Club performance of A 21st Century Christmas Carol (12/10) at 7PM at New Berlin Elementary.
• The 6-12 Combined Band Concert will be (12/14) at 7PM at New Berlin Elementary.
• Pretzel Cheer will host its 2nd Annual ICCA Cheer Competition (12/17) in the dome.
• New Berlin Pretzel PopSockets make great stocking stuffers. Contact Mrs. Tom at jtom@pretzelpride.com
• The 2nd Quarter Reward party will be held at school (12/20). The theme is Winter Retreat. Students will participate in a fun filled day of activities including movies, games, dancing, reading, and science exploration. Lunch will be provided along with a Hot Chocolate bar with cookies in the afternoon. Permission slips for PG13 movies will go home next week for students that are eligible.
• (12/20) is a 221 dismissal to begin break.
• Christmas Break (12/21-1/3). Students will return on (1/4).
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 5th - December 10th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 12th - December 17th
• The character for the month is CARING.  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Tim Tolliver (6th) and Katie Kapinus (6th)
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December 1st, 2016

• JH MAP Testing is next week (12/5-12/9).  Students will take one test per day in their ELA classes.  Please help support your child by encouraging them to get a good night's rest and to eat a nutritious breakfast.
• I am proud to announce that a number of students were selected for roles in the upcoming high school production of A 21st Century Christmas Carol.  If you see the following students, congratulate them on their achievement: Lauren Williams (Young Eleanor Scrooge), Faith Nuss (Fanny), Kayli Davis (Stella), Bellah Innes (Friend of Richie & Stella), Taylor Darr (Mindy Hatchett), Maria Olson (Cindy Hatchett), Klayton Komnick (Tiny Tim), and Aubree Braker, Rylie Crawford, and Elizabeth Woerner (shoppers, carolers, and friends).
• We will have the remaining PINK shirts available at the basketball game Friday night.
• Students will be participating in an Hour of Code activity on (12/9).  go to https://hourofcode.com/us for more information.
• We need your old smart phones.. Find out how you can help by clicking here.
• Any students interested in Strength, Speed, and Core Training , please sign up in the JH office. Starting Monday, November 14th, from 3:30-4:30, Coach Staley will be having practices for anyone not in a winter sport. For more information please come to the JH office.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November 28 - December 3rd
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - December 5th - December 10th
• The character for the month is CARING.  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Tyler Rister and Alexa Stock

November 17th, 2016

• We need your old smartphones.. Find out how you can help by clicking here.
• The next Weekly Roundup will be published (12/1).
• Any students interested in Strength, Speed, and Core Training , please sign up in the JH office. Starting Monday, November 14th, from 3:30-4:30, Coach Staley will be having a practice for anyone not in a winter sport. For more information please come to the JH office.
• Junior High Scholastic Bowl is selling beautiful St. Louis Cardinals calendars for only $15.  If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact a Junior High Scholastic Bowl member or Ms. Dykstra.
• Mid-term for 2nd Quarter is (11/18).
• Any students interested in Strength, Speed, and Core Training , please sign up in the JH office. Starting Monday, November 14th, from 3:30-4:30, Coach Staley will be having a practice for anyone not in a winter sport. For more information please come to the JH office.
• We will begin Thanksgiving Break on (11/22) with a 221 Dismissal.  There will be no school 11/23-11/25.
• Parent meeting for 6th Boys Basketball is (11/29) at 6PM in the cafeteria.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November  14 - November 20
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November 21 - November 27
• The character for the month is CITIZENSHIP:  A person of character is a good citizen, does his or her share, helps the community, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: TBA

November 10th, 2016

• No School tomorrow (11/11) in observance of Veterans Day.  Thank you to those that serve!  We appreciate you today and always.  Special thanks to our Pretzel Veterans: Mr. Larry Crews, Mr. Trevor Compardo, and Mr. Jon Rees.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• 6th grade boys interested in playing basketball this year please meet in Mr. Bandy’s room at the beginning of 8th hour on Tuesday.
• Any students interested in Strength, Speed, and Core Training , please sign up in the JH office. Starting Monday, November 14th, from 3:30-4:30, Coach Staley will be having a practice for anyone not in a winter sport. For more information please come to the JH office.
• Scholastic Bowl will hold a parent meeting on (11/14) at 6PM in the library for all parents/students interested in JH Scholastic Bowl.
• Mid-term for 2nd Quarter is (11/18).
• We will begin Thanksgiving Break on (11/22) with a 221 Dismissal.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November 7th - November 13th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November  14 - November 20th
• The character for the month is CITIZENSHIP:  A person of character is a good citizen, does his or her share, helps the community, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Kirsten Tolliver and Jeremy Wills
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November 3rd, 2016

• “Red Carpet Hollywood” Dance - Friday, (11/4) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.  Students will walk the Red Carpet from 6:45 - 7:00 PM with reporters and paparazzi.  Families are encouraged to take pictures and make it a night to remember. Entry is one canned food item for donation to Loami Food Pantry.
• Yearbooks are available for purchase online! Our school code is: 1523117
  https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/
• Saturday (11/5) our Heart & Sole Girls on the Run team will be participating in their end of season 5K.  Wish them luck!
• Angel Tree request forms are available in the office.  Forms are due no later than (11/7). 
• Parent Teacher Conference Signup is now available.  Appointments are required.  Signup in Family Access.  Conferences will be held on (11/9) and (11/10) from 5-8 PM.  Both of these days will be a 221 student dismissal.
• The Book Fair is open.  Students will visit the book fair during the week.  The fair is open for parents and students during Parent Teacher Conferences Nov. 9 & 10 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.  Can’t make it to the fair? Shop online until November 19th. Visit this link below.
  http://www.scholastic.com/bf/newberlinjuniorhighschool
• There will be no school (11/11) in observance of Veterans Day.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• Scholastic Bowl will hold a parent meeting on (11/14) at 6PM in the library for all parents/students interested in JH Scholastic Bowl.
• Mid-term for 2nd Quarter is (11/18).
• We will begin Thanksgiving Break on (11/22) with a 221 Dismissal.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - November 7th - November 13th
• The character for the month is CITIZENSHIP:  A person of character is a good citizen, does his or her share, helps the community, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Robby Biesenthal, Tyler Rister, Molly Behl, and Adam Crossin.

October 27th, 2016

• Picture Re-Take Day is tomorrow (10/28).
• The following 8th grade students are attending the Leadership Conference with Mrs. Doerfler today: Faith Nuss, Lauren Williams, Abby Roberts, Aubree Braker, Will Cummings, Ethan Mudd, Dain Richie, and Connor Schutz.
• There will be a meeting for all students interested in Junior High Scholastic Bowl on Tuesday, (11/1) at lunch.  There will be a parent meeting on (11/14) at 6PM in the library.
• “Red Carpet Hollywood” Dance - Friday, (11/4) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Students will walk the Red Carpet from 6:45 - 7:00 PM with reporters and paparazzi.  Families are encouraged to take pictures and make it a night to remember. Entry is one canned food item for donation to Loami Food Pantry.
• Saturday (11/5) our Heart & Sole Girls on the Run team will be participating in their end of season 5K.  Wish them luck!
• Angel Tree request forms are available in the office.  Forms are due no later than (11/7). 
• Parent Teacher Conference Signup is now available.  Appointments are required.  Signup in Family Access.  Conferences will be held on (11/9) and (11/10) from 5-8 PM.  Both of these days will be a 221 student dismissal.
• There will be no school (11/11) in observance of Veterans Day.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• Mid-term for 2nd Quarter is (11/18).
• We will begin Thanksgiving Break on (11/22) with a 221 Dismissal.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 24- October 29th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 31 - November 5th
• The character for the month is TRUSTWORTHINESS:  A person of character is trustworthy, lives with integrity, and is honest, reliable, and loyal.
• The student of character nominees for this week are: Anna Zufall, Ayden Smith, Hanna Ruby, and Maria Olson.
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October 20th, 2016

• There will be No School (10/21) due to Teacher Institute.
• Picture Re-Take Day is (10/28).
• “Red Carpet Hollywood” Dance - Friday, (11/4) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Students will walk the Red Carpet from 6:45 - 7:00 PM with reporters and paparazzi.  Families are encouraged to take pictures and make it a night to remember. Entry is one canned food item for donation to Loami Food Pantry.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 17th- October 22nd
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 24- October 29th
• The character for the month is TRUSTWORTHINESS:  A person of character is trustworthy, lives with integrity, and is honest, reliable, and loyal.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Brandon Kemp, Katrena Connolly, Lainey Brewer, Payton Schurman, and Abby Spann.

October 13th, 2016

• The Fannie May fundraiser is now underway.  Orders are due (10/18).  This is one of 2 fundraisers we do as a school each year. All proceeds go back to student activities. Funds raised help offset(almost completely) the quarter field trips, dances, etc. please consider participating.
• The JH Honor Band Performance is (10/13) at Glenwood at 7PM.
• The end of the 1st Quarter is (10/14).  Report cards will be mailed the following Friday.
• Chick-fil-A Spirit Night to support Pretzel Athletics is (10/17) from 5-8PM.  The flyer is required.  The 1st hour class with the most participation will win a Visit from the Chick-fil-A cow and chicken nugget platter at school!  Pretzel Athletics will receive 20% of all sales!!
• 1st Quarter Reward Trip to Southwind Park is scheduled for Thursday (10/20). Permission slips due today (10/13).
• There will be No School (10/21) due to Teacher Institute.
• “Red Carpet Hollywood” Dance - Friday, (11/4) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Students will walk the Red Carpet from 6:45 - 7:00 PM with reporters and paparazzi.  Families are encouraged to take pictures and make it a night to remember. Entry is one canned food item for donation to Loami Food Pantry 
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 10th-October 15th 
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 17th-October 22nd
• The character for the month is TRUSTWORTHINESS:  A person of character is trustworthy, lives with integrity, and is honest, reliable, and loyal.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Abby Spann, Katrena Connolly, Lainey Brewer, and Payton Schurman.

October 6th, 2016

• Tomorrow is the Homecoming Football Game v. Plains at 7PM.  JH students are welcome to help celebrate - please remember that all JH aged students and younger should be accompanied by an adult that is responsible for them.
• The Fanny May fundraiser is now underway.  Orders are due (10/25).  This is one of 2 fundraisers we do as a school each year. All proceeds go back to student activities. Funds raised help offset(almost completely) the quarter field trips, dances, etc. please consider participating.
• There is No School on Monday, (10/10) for Columbus Day.
• The Track team is selling raffle tickets for a Yeti Cooler.  Please see a HS Track member for ticket information.  Drawing will be held at the homecoming football game (10/7).
• The JH Honor Band Performance is (10/13) at Glenwood Middle School at 7PM.
• The end of the 1st Quarter is (10/14).  Report cards will be mailed the following Friday.
• Chick-fil-A Spirit Night to support Pretzel Athletics is (10/17) from 5-8PM.  The flyer is required.  The 1st hour class with the most participation will win a Visit from the Chick-fil-A cow and chicken nugget platter at school!  Pretzel Athletics will receive 20% of all sales!!
• 1st Quarter Reward Trip to Southward Park is scheduled for Thursday (10/20). Permission slips and lunch details to go home next week.
• There will be no school (10/21) due to Teacher Institute.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 3rd-October 8th
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 10th-October 15th 
• The character for the month is TRUSTWORTHINESS:  A person of character is trustworthy, lives with integrity, and is honest, reliable, and loyal.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Abigail Finch (6th) and Dylan Cook (6th)
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September 29, 2016

• CORRECTION: Homecoming Parade is Sunday (10/2) at 1PM.
• JH (7th/8th) Boys Basketball Parent Meeting will be Wednesday, (10/5) at 6PM in the cafeteria.
• The Track team is selling raffle tickets for a Yeti Cooler.  Please see a HS Track member for ticket information.  Drawing will be held at the homecoming football game (10/7).
• 1st Quarter Reward Trip to Southward Park is scheduled for Thursday (10/20). Permission slips and lunch details to go home next week.
• Literary Families - Mark your calendars for our (11/12) competition date and plan to attend the competition at Rochester Intermediate school. Details about times will go home with students closer to the event. Make sure you are staying up to date with announcements by subscribing to reminders. Text @lit2015 to 81010.  Literary information can be found here: http://mrsjtom.weebly.com/literary
  
• Did you know there is a Bonus App for Box Tops for Education? Download the app, scan your receipt, and get bonus points for New Berlin Junior High!
  http://www.boxtops4education.com/
• Morning study hall is available each morning for JH students in Mrs. Bauman's room.  This is ideal for students that need to complete last minute homework to avoid lunch detention (perfect example - IXL).
• Please review classroom expectations for completion of IXL.  Students are required to log IXL time each week.
• As a reminder, students should be dropped off on the West (JH) side of the building. Do not drop students off on the Dome side as it interferes with the safety of our bus traffic.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - September 26th-October 1st
• Weekly Athletic Schedule - October 3rd-October 8th
• The character for the month is RESPONSIBILITY:  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Cara Spoor (8th), Matt Drake (8th), Jacob Heironimus (6th), Kirsten Tolliver (8th), and Jaleigh Rang (6th).
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September 22, 2016

• TOMORROW (9/23) is Picture Day!  Bring your best smile!
• Homecoming Parade is (10/2) at 2PM.
• The Track team is selling raffle tickets for a Yeti Cooler.  Please see a HS Track member for ticket information.
• Please review classroom expectations for completion of IXL.  Students are required to log IXL time each week.
• As a reminder, students should be dropped off on the West (JH) side of the building. Do not drop students off on the Dome side as it interferes with the safety of our bus traffic.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletics Schedule - September 19th-24th
• Weekly Athletics Schedule - September 26th-October 1st
• The character for the month is RESPONSIBILITY:  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Caroline Peters, James Moore, Connor Sheley, Shouri Gomathum, Colin Willhite, Will Cummings, Rylie Crawford, Bella Scheina, and Ashley Mlinar.
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September 15th, 2016

• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal tomorrow (9/16).
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is 9/16.
• The Track team is selling raffle tickets for a Yeti Cooler.  Please see a HS Track member for ticket information.
• Please review classroom expectations for completion of IXL.  Students are required to log IXL time each week.
• As a reminder, students should be dropped off on the West (JH) side of the building. Do not drop students off on the Dome side as it interferes with the safety of our bus traffic.
• JH Picture Day is 9/23. 
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Weekly Athletics Schedule - September 19th-24th
• The character for the month is RESPONSIBILITY:  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Levi Cycholl
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September 8th, 2016

• The JH will conclude MAP testing tomorrow, (9/9).
• As a reminder, students should be dropped off on the West (JH) side of the building.  Do not drop students off on the Dome side as it interferes with the safety of our bus traffic.
• It's not too late to sign up for Heart & Sole.  Information is available in the office.  Scholarships are still available.  Register online at www.gotrcentralillinois.org.  Contact Coach Beth Brosi at bbrosi01@gmail.com with questions.
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is 9/16.
• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal on 9/16.
• JH Picture Day is 9/23. 
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• The character for the month is RESPONSIBILITY:  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Tim Tolliver (6th), Landon Williams (6th), and Keith Richey (7th).
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September 1st, 2016

• There will be NO SCHOOL Monday (9/5).
• As a reminder, students should be dropped off on the West (JH) side of the building.  Do not drop students off on the Dome side as it interferes with the safety of our bus traffic.
• It's not too late to sign up for Heart & Sole.  Information is available in the office.  Scholarships are still available.  Register online at www.gotrcentralillinois.org.  Contact Coach Beth Brosi at bbrosi01@gmail.com with questions.
• The JH will be MAP testing next week (9/6-9/9).
• Tuesday- ELA
• Wednesday - Math
• Thursday - Science
• Friday - Make-ups
• There will be a JH Girls Basketball Parent/Player meeting on Wednesday (9/7) at 7PM in the HS cafeteria.  Please bring a copy of your child's physical and insurance card to the meeting unless it has already been turned in.
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is 9/16.
• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal on 9/16.
• JH Picture Day is 9/23. 
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• The character for the month is RESPONSIBILITY:  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  Landon Winkleman (7th), Audree Zellers (7th), and Lauren Williams (8th).

August 25th, 2016

Welcome to the 1st (and longest, I promise) edition of the Weekly Roundup for the 2016-17 school year!  The first few days of school have been wonderful!  It has been so nice to see the students in the hallways!  I will publish a new Weekly Roundup each Thursday to push information out to our Families.  Please save the following web address: http://nbjhroundup.blogspot.com/.  I will send a School Reach email each week to alert you of a new post.  I will also post the link to our Facebook and Twitter accounts.

On behalf of the staff at New Berlin Junior High School, I am so happy to welcome you to the 2016-2017 school year! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential.  We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need support from both home and school.  We know a strong partnership with you will make a huge difference in your child’s education.  As partners, we share the responsibility for our children’s success and want you to know that we will do our very best to carry out our responsibilities.

• Do you follow us on Social Media?  Click HERE to get information for all CUSD#16 Social Media Accounts.
• Want text alerts from NBJH?  It easy to sign up!  Click HERE for more information.
• Google Drive Families Folder
• Communication is very important to me.  I’m always pushing information to families to help ensure families and students are prepared and successful.  In an attempt to continue to streamline this process and make sure information is always at your fingertips, I have created a folder in which I will “drop” all important documents and materials to easy access.  Here is the link: https://goo.gl/pbR90Z.  Don’t worry; it’s linked all over the JH website, so you can find it anytime as long as you have access to the web.  The folder is already full of valuable information and as the year progresses I will continue to add documents as I send them out to you.
• ZAP (Zeros are not Permitted)
• One obstacle to academic success is the failure to complete assigned homework. Without a student’s completion of homework, teachers are left with little choice but to assume the child does not understand the concepts from class. The goal of the ZAP program is to provide support for students, promote responsibility and good study habits, reinforce the value of hard work and effort, and foster good communication between home and school. With this in mind, students who choose not to turn in work will immediately be placed into the ZAP program (*More information in the Google Folder)
• Communication
• Communication is extremely important to us.  We communicate in several different ways and I want to make sure you are aware so you are able to access all relevant information about New Berlin Junior High.  Because technology provides us with a quick way to deliver information to a large audience, most of the information will be in digital format. Examples of digital communication include:

• Daily Announcements – These are posted to the Daily Announcements page on the website.  These are updated every morning
• Daily Assignments – Assignments are posted on the Daily Assignments page on the website.  Teachers update their lesson plans frequently.  You will have access to homework, upcoming projects/tests, and the agenda/objective for each day.
• Skyward – You can see your child’s grades in real time by logging into Skyward.  If you don’t have access, email Mrs. Owens  - lowens@pretzelpride.com) to gain access.
• Weekly Roundup – Sent via School Reach and posted to the Weekly Roundup page on the website.  This goes out every Thursday and contains announcements, important dates, etc.
• Pretzel PressJr. – This publication is published by our 8^th grade students under the guidance of Mrs. Tom.  The link can be found on the website as well.  
• Discipline – All discipline notifications will be automatically sent via email as soon as they are entered.
• New Berlin Junior High maintains a Facebook page (New Berlin Junior High) and Twitter Account (@NewBerlinJH) to announce Character Counts! weekly nominees, important announcements, and other fun happenings at the JH.  Please like us to stay up to date.
• Athletics – New Berlin Athletics maintains both a Facebook page (Pretzel Athletics) and a Twitter account (@nbpretzelpride).  Announcements, cancellations, and scores are posted regularly to these accounts.
• Only a few types of communication will come via postal mail.  Examples of written communication include:
• Report Cards
• Athletic Eligibility Reports
• Discipline – In addition to receiving an email notification, you will also receive notification via mail (with the exception of lunch detention)
• Character Counts!  Our character of the month is responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands of duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.  Our students of character for the week are Blake Edwards (6th) and Ariana Wankerl (7th).

July 2016

Welcome back to New Berlin Junior High-almost!  We are looking forward to a very exciting and rewarding school year.  I just wanted to bring some information to your attention to help you prepare for the upcoming 2016-17 school year.  It will be here before you know it!!  We are already preparing for our students to return in just a few short weeks!

• Once the school year begins, you will hear from me weekly through the Weekly Roundup!  I send this out via email and links can be found all over the website to our JH Roundup page.
• In the meantime, I encourage you to browse the website and the JH links to familiarize yourself with where you can locate information.
• Additionally, peruse the Weekly Roundup and the information that can be found down the sides of the page.  These links will also direct you to critical information.
• I have updated the important dates section in the Weekly Roundup!  Check out the upcoming events for the School District by checking back frequently.
• Have you signed up for the Color Run yet?  This is going to be BIG FUN!  Don't miss out!
• SAVE THE DATE - The Back to School Festival will be held on 8/20.
• NBJH Families Google Drive Folder - What's this?  I have created a folder in Google Drive that will house important documents for the school year.  The folder already contains important information (calendar, school supply list, pre-arranged absence form, how to get missing work when you miss school, etc.).  
• We hope you find this folder valuable.  There will be links all over the website to help guide you to this information.  Each time I send out a School Reach email with a document, I will add that document to the folder.  It is our hope that you will always be able to easily access information to guide you towards a successful school year.
• I would like you invite our parents -indeed, urge them- to volunteer at the school.  There are many tasks that volunteers can perform, including sharing your expertise with our students.  If you are interesting in helping out, please call Mrs. Owens (ext. 227 after 8/4) to see what type of volunteer opportunities are available.
• I will send out a Welcome Back Letter with more information as we get closer to the first day of school (August 22nd - 221 Dismissal).
• Student schedules are now available on Family Access.  If you do not have Family Access, please email access@cusd16.k12.il.us or Mrs. Owens/Mrs Doerfler to gain access.
• Notes: The only "elective" that can be modified is band.  If you are enrolled in band, this is considered your grade-level elective.
• All students cycle through all grade-level electives (the only exception is students that are selected for intervention programs).
• Please email Mr. Barth ONLY in the following circumstances to have him adjust your schedule:
• You are missing a class (ex - you have no 2nd hour class or no 3rd trimester elective).
• You have a class twice (We know you love PE, but you can't take PE twice).
• Fall Sports!  They start before school begins.  If you need information about the upcoming seasons, please contact the coaches below.
• Baseball - Coach Joe Kindred (jkindred@pretzelpride.com)
• Softball - Coach Brian Bandy (bbandy@pretzelpride.com)

Our goal is to provide all students with the opportunity to excel in academics, athletics, and fine arts so that they may become positive, contributing members of our school and community.

As always, please shoot me an email if you have any questions.  The office will reopen 8/4.

May 12th, 2016

• 8 more days of school! :)
• We are holding early registration again this year!! Please turn those in ASAP.
• The JH Awards Ceremony will be held on 5/17 at 2PM in the Pretzel Dome.  Family members are welcome to attend.
• 6th Grade Orientation will held again this year on 5/17 from 6-7:30PM.  Please enter through the JH office doors or near the Pretzel Dome entrance.
• We have a few more spots open for Sports Physicals.  Please call the JH office if you are interested.  This is for JH students entering 7th and 8th grade.
• Summer camp registration is now open. Visit the Pretzel Athletics website for the camp brochure. Registration is due 5/20.
• The end of the year DANCE will be hosted by New Berlin Junior High Student Council on 5/20 from 7-9 PM in the courtyard.  8th Grade Dinner Send-Off will be before the dance: Details TBA.
• The 4th Qtr. Party will be 5/23. Eligible students will be attending a Peoria Chiefs Baseball Game!
• 8th grade promotion practice will be held 5/24 (10AM) and is required to participate in promotion.  Please also be reminded that in order to participate all fees and due balances must be zero.  The deadline to pay is 5/13.
• The last day of student attendance is 5/24.
• 8th Grade promotion will be held at 7PM on 5/26.  This event will be streamed live, free of charge.  Click here to watch.
• Your chance to order a Jr. High yearbook for the 2015/2016 school year is running out!  Pick up an order form in the office or order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com with the yearbook ID code: 1523116
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• The character for the month is CARING:  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable.
• The student of character nominees for this week are:  TBA