December 21st, 2017

• Today is the end of the 2nd Quarter (1st Semester).  We will dismiss at 2:21.
• Christmas Break Information:
• (12/21) - 221 Dismissal
• (12/22 - 1/5) NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
• (1/8) - Students Return
• 1st Semester report cards will be mailed Friday, (1/12).
• There will be no school (1/15) in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
• The Illinois Youth Survey will be administered to 8th grade students (1/16) during PE classes.  Click here for more information about IYS.
• Jostens will be here (1/22) to measure 8th graders for promotion gowns and to pass out 8th grade promotion materials.
• We are so excited to announce that on (1/29) we are hosting a Makerspace open house!  This will give parents and students the opportunity to explore our Makerspace and see what it's all about!
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  Check out this list for possible items: click here.  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the month of December is CARING.  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable  Congratulations to our Students of Character for the week: Colby Willhite and Paige Anders
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December 14th, 2017

• Congratulations to the 8th Grade Girls Basketball Team. The girls play tonight in the 8-3A State 3rd Place Game tonight at 6:00PM at Germantown Hills MS.  What a great accomplishment for our girls!
• The 2nd Qtr. Party is (12/21).  The students will be attending Jumangi: Welcome to the Jungle. This movie is PG-13. Permission slips went home yesterday.  Students must meet requirements as outlined in the handbook to attend.
• Next Week we will have a Christmas Spirit Week!
• Monday (12/18) - Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
• Tuesday (12/19) - Christmas headgear (headbands, santa hats, elf ears, etc.)
• Wednesday (12/20) - Christmas movie day - Dress like a character from your favorite Christmas movie
• Thursday (12/21) - Candy Candy Day - Wear your best red and white clothing
• Christmas Break Information:
• (12/21) - 221 Dismissal
• (12/22 - 1/5) NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
• (1/8) - Students Return
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  Check out this list for possible items: click here.  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the month of December is CARING.  A person of character is caring, compassionate, kind, loving, considerate, and charitable  Congratulations to our Students of Character for the week: Emma Johnson, Ariana Wankerl, Jaiden Graham, Tim Tolliver, Elle Baumberger, Tyler Moore, Brooklyn Shepard, Jeremy Wills, Gabe Spann, Kenna Bixby, Nick Lehman, Joel Lucasey, Luke Cycholl, and Tyler Moore.
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November 30th, 2017

• Student Council members will be Angel Tree Shopping (12/1). This is an annual tradition for our StuCo members.  The StuCo members enjoy shopping and giving back to the community.
• The JH will be MAP Testing next week!  Breakfast and attendance are critical for success!
• The 6-12 Combined Winter Concert will be (12/13) at 7PM at NBE.
• Christmas Break Information:
• 12/21 - 221 Dismissal
• 12/22 - 1/5 NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
• 1/8 - Students Return
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  Check out this list for possible items: click here.  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the month for November is CITIZENSHIP.  A person of character is a good citizen, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.  Congratulations to our Students of Character for the week: TBA

November 16th, 2017

• The next Weekly Roundup will be posted (11/30).
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  Check out this list for possible items: click here.  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• The JH Scholastic Bowl team is selling Cardinal Calendars for $15.  If anyone is interested, please see a Scholastic Bowl member or Ms. Dykstra.
• 2nd Qtr. Mid-Term (11/17)
• Thanksgiving Break Information
• Tuesday (11/21) - 221 Dismissal
• Wednesday (11/22) - No School
• Thursday (11/23) - No School
• Friday (11/24) - No School
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the month for November is CITIZENSHIP.  A person of character is a good citizen, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.  Congratulations to our Students of Character for the week: Luke Cycholl, Adeline Wys, Kylee Thompson, Kenna Bixby, Landon Winkleman, and Taylor Darr
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November 9th, 2017

• 1st Trimester Electives (7th and 8th Grade) end TODAY (11/9)
• There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow (11/10).
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  We are in need of tools (screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, etc.).  We are also in need of Legos (even a baggie full would be a good start).  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• JH Scholastic Bowl will be having a parent/player informational meeting (11/14) at 6:30PM in the library.
• 2nd Qtr. Mid-Term (11/17)
• Thanksgiving Break Information
• Tuesday (11/21) - 221 Dismissal
• Wednesday (11/22) - No School
• Thursday (11/23) - No School
• Friday (11/24) - No School
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the month for November is CITIZENSHIP.  A person of character is a good citizen, plays by the rules, and respects authority and law.  Congratulations to our Students of Character for the week: TBA.

November 2rd, 2017

• Picture retakes will be TOMORROW (11/3).
• It's time to signup for Parent Teacher Conferences!  Please use these directions to signup.  Spaces are limited.  Please limit your selection to 2-3 teachers so others can have the opportunity to meet as well.
• Parent Teacher Conferences will be held (11/8) and (11/9) from 5-8PM.
• We will dismiss at 2:21 on (11/8) and (11/9).
• No School (11/10) 
• Test Correction Policy Update - Students will be offered the opportunity to make test corrections (when they have scored a 70% or below) during morning study hall with Mrs. Bauman.  Each day of the week with correspond with a subject area.  We believe this will provide the best learning environment and will provide the structure and organization necessary for continued student success.  Morning study hall is from 7:55-8:15 each day.  The students will be hearing more about this new process for test corrections in class this week.  We will start this new process Monday.
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  We are in need of tools (screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, etc.).  We are also in need of Legos (even a baggie full would be a good start).  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• The Sangamon County Schoolmasters Literary Contest will be held (11/4) at Rochester.
• JH Volleyball will host a parent/player informational meeting (11/5) at 7PM in HS cafeteria.
• 1st Trimester Electives (7th and 8th Grade) will end (11/9)
• JH Scholastic Bowl will be having a parent/player informational meeting (11/14) at 6:30PM in the library.
• 2nd Qtr. Mid-Term (11/17)
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of October is RESPECT.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Whittney Williams, Lainey Brewer, Sam Shaver, Will Crain, and Kami Sheedy.

October 26th, 2017

• It's time to signup for Parent Teacher Conferences!  Please use these directions to signup.  Spaces are limited.  Please limit your selection to 2-3 teachers so others can have the opportunity to meet as well.
• Parent Teacher Conferences will be held (11/8) and (11/9) from 5-8PM.
• We will dismiss at 2:21 on (11/8) and (11/9).
• No School (11/10) 
• Test Correction Policy Update - Students will be offered the opportunity to make test corrections (when they have scored a 70% or below) during morning study hall with Mrs. Bauman.  Each day of the week with correspond with a subject area.  We believe this will provide the best learning environment and will provide the structure and organization necessary for continued student success.  Morning study hall is from 7:55-8:15 each day.  The students will be hearing more about this new process for test corrections in class this week.  We will start this new process Monday.
• We are currently building our Makerspace library.  We are in need of tools (screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, etc.).  We are also in need of Legos (even a baggie full would be a good start).  If you are interested in donating to our Makerspace, please bring items to the JH office.
• There will be an open practice for anyone considering Scholastic Bowl to see what it's like TODAY (10/26) from 3:30-4:15.
• The JH Band Concert is (11/1) at 7PM at NBE.
• Picture retakes will be (11/3).
• The Sangamon County Schoolmasters Literary Contest will be held (11/4) at Rochester.
• JH Volleyball will host a parent/player informational meeting (11/5) at 7PM in HS cafeteria.
• 1st Trimester Electives (7th and 8th Grade) will end (11/9)
• JH Scholastic Bowl will be having a parent/player informational meeting (11/14) at 6:30PM in the library.
• 2nd Qtr. Mid-Term (11/17)
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of October is RESPECT.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Alex Stone, Matthew Turner, Kayla Fenton, Landon Winkleman, Mason Campbell, and Kaden Stone.
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October 19th, 2017

• No School tomorrow (10/20) for Teacher Institute.
• The Sangamon County Honor Band Concert is TODAY (10/19) at 7PM at Glenwood.
• It's time to signup for Parent Teacher Conferences!  Please use these directions to signup.  Spaces are limited.  Please limit your selection to 2-3 teachers so others can have the opportunity to meet as well.  
• There will be an open practice for anyone considering Scholastic Bowl to see what it's like (10/26) from 3:30-4:15.
• Picture retakes will be (11/3).
• JH Scholastic Bowl will be having a parent/player informational meeting (11/14) at 6:30PM in the library.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of October is RESPECT.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Julia Owens, Samantha Shaver, and Collin Featherston.
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October 12th, 2017

• The 1st Quarter Party is TOMORROW (10/13)!  The students will be outside. Please check the weather before dressing in the AM. Students not attending should still attend school.
• It's time to signup for Parent Teacher Conferences!  Please use these directions to signup.  Spaces are limited.  Please limit your selection to 2-3 teachers so others can have the opportunity to meet as well.  
• The JH is now selling Fanny May Candies.  Orders are due (10/17).  This is one of two fundraisers (magazines in the spring) per year for activities such as quarter parties, dances, character counts rewards, etc.
• The Sangamon County Honor Band Concert will be (10/19) at 7PM at Glenwood.
• No School (10/20) for Teacher Institute.
• Picture retakes will be (11/3).
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of October is RESPECT.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to TBA

October 5th, 2017

• Congratulations to our Students of the Month-RESPONSIBILITY - Heaven Workman (6th), Grace Rector (7th), and Grace Brosi (8th).
• The Junior High kicks off its biggest fundraiser of the year.  There is lots of cash to be given away this year. All quarter parties, dances, 8th Grade Send-off dinner, Character Counts, Dodgeball tournament, awards ceremony, and so much more are made possible by your sales efforts.
• The library has new books!  Check them out here!
• There will be no school Monday (10/9) in observance of Columbus Day
• There will be a JH Boys (7th/8th grade) basketball parent meeting (10/10) at 6PM at NBE.
• The first quarter party is NEXT FRIDAY (10/13)! We are headed back to Southwind Park. Permission slips are going home today during first hour. They are due back to your first hour teacher by Tuesday, October 10th.  Please remember  you must meet 1st quarter expectations in order to be eligible.
• The Sangamon County Honor Band Concert will be (10/19) at 7PM at Glenwood.
• No School (10/20) for Teacher Institute.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of October is RESPECT.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Nicholas Lehman, Katrena Connoly, Justin Franklin, Jaedyn Thomas, Carol Ann Wear, Julia Owens, Lily Pidcock, Joe Pointer, Adam Kloppe, Hanna Ruby, Brady Edwards, and Kylie Periman.
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September 28th, 2017

• Congratulations to our JH Softball team for making it to STATE (Elite 8)!! #pretzelpride
• Mrs. Delaney has yearbook club applications now open.  If interested pick up a form from her.  All applications are due back TOMORROW (9/29).
• The library has new books!  Check them out here!
• There will be no school (10/9) in observance of Columbus Day
• Friday (10/13) will be the end of 1st Quarter.  The 1st Qtr. Reward Party will be to Southwind park (10/13).  Details TBA.
• The Sangamon County Honor Band Concert will be (10/19) at 7PM at Glenwood.
• No School (10/20) for Teacher Institute.
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Dalton Dawdy, Alex Frazer, Marissa Heironimus, Landon Williams, Ben Hermes, Brooklynn Sheppard, Kevin Howell, and Landon Snider.
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September 21st, 2017

• JH Picture Day is TOMORROW (9/22).
• The JH Softball team is STATE BOUND.  The team claimed the 1A Sectional Championship (Elite 8) this past Saturday.  The will play Friday (9/22) in Normal at 4PM at Champion Fields.
• Our first JH Dance will be tomorrow (9/22) from 7-9PM in the cafeteria.  Entry is 1 canned food item.  The theme is harvest hoedown.  Wear your western gear.
• Homecoming is right around the corner.  While this is a mostly HS event, JH students always enjoy the parade.  The parade is scheduled for Sunday (9/24) at 1PM.  The homecoming Football game is (9/29).
• Mrs. Delaney has yearbook club applications now open.  If interested pick up a form from her.  All applications are due back (9/29).
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Madison Bandelow, Aaliyah Graham, Lauren Curry, and Cherokee Duewer.
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September 14th, 2017

• Today is an 1145 SIP Dismissal for School Improvement
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is today (9/15)
• The JH Softball team claimed the 1A Regional Championship on Monday!  They play Lincolnwood in the Lincolnwood Sectional Saturday (9/16) at 11AM.  Congrats!
• If you are dropping off or picking up your child, please do so at the JH entrance.  Do not drop off or pick up on the Dome side.
• 2016-17 JH Yearbooks are in and available for purchase at $20.  Please make checks payable to NBJH and bring to Mrs. Delaney.  There are a limited number available.  
• JH Picture Day is (9/22)
• Our first JH Dance will be held (9/22) from 7-9PM in the cafeteria.  Entry is 1 canned food item.  The theme is harvest hoedown.  Wear your western gear.
• Homecoming is right around the corner.  While this is a mostly HS event, JH students always enjoy the parade.  The parade is scheduled for Sunday (9/24) at 1PM.  The homecoming Football game is (9/29).
• Mrs. Delaney has yearbook club applications now open.  If interested pick up a form from her.  All applications are due back (9/29).
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Grace Brosi, Tyler Hulett, Ryker Barkers, and Keelie Litherland
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September 7th, 2017

• If you are dropping off or picking up your child, please do so at the JH entrance.  Do not drop off or pick up on the Dome side.
• Dress Code: Up until this point we have simply asked students to change and/or provided them with alternative clothing with no consequence.  Instead of calling home, we will be asking students to put their PE uniform on.  There is no reason to disrupt parents at work/home when we have a solution in-house.  Please review the dress code policy in the handbook.  Beginning Monday, the handbook consequences will be followed.
• 2016-17 JH Yearbooks are in and available for purchase at $20.  Please make checks payable to NBJH and bring to Mrs. Delaney.  There are a limited number available.  
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is (9/15)
• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal on (9/15)
• JH Picture Day is (9/22)
• Homecoming is right around the corner.  While this is a mostly HS event, JH students always enjoy the parade.  The parade is scheduled for Sunday (9/24).  Details TBA.  The homecoming Football game is (9/29).
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Lucas Bixby, Grace Rector, Alexis Patterson, Quinten Jackson, Keith Richey, Will Thompson, and Sydney Sapetti.
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August 31st, 2017

• There will be no NO SCHOOL Monday (9/4).
• If you are dropping off or picking up your child, please do so at the JH entrance.  Do not drop off or pick up on the Dome side.
• We will run our first athletic eligibility report tomorrow.  Students must be passing ALL classes in order to be eligible to participate in athletics.  Eligibility runs from Sunday through the following Saturday, so in the case of our first report, if a student is not eligible to play, they are out from Sunday, September 3-September 9th. 
• Our first home football game is tomorrow.  JH students should be accompanied by an adult that is responsible for them.  Students should remain seated with their parents or in the Salty Section.  I am happy to discuss if you have questions/concerns.
• Heart & Sole signup will be available soon! See the JH office for more information.  You can also register online at www.gotrcentralillinois.org.  Contact Coach Beth Brosi at bbrosi01@gmail.com with questions.
• 2016-17 JH Yearbooks are in and available for purchase at $20.  Please make checks payable to NBJH and bring to Mrs. Delaney.  There are a limited number available.  
• JH will be MAP testing the Week of (9/5). If you would like more information about NWEA MAP Testing, please contact the office.  Data from the assessments will be used to determine the need for extra support for reading and math skills in our students.  If your child needs extra support in either area, they will be placed into intervention during elective period(s).
• There will be a meeting for families interested in 5th grade band on Wednesdays, (9/6) at 6PM in the High School Band Room.
• There will be a mandatory parent/athlete meeting for girls interested in JH Girls Basketball (9/7) at 6PM in the cafeteria.
•  1st Quarter Mid-Term is (9/15)
• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal on (9/15).
• JH Picture Day is (9/22).
• Homecoming is right around the corner.  While this is a mostly HS event, JH students always enjoy the parade.  The parade is scheduled for Sunday (9/24).  Details TBA.  The homecoming Football game is (9/29).
• Stay up to date!
• Text updates - Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Facebook - Like "New Berlin Community Schools" 
• Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride
• Families Folder - Link on main website
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. Congratulations to Landon Hagerman, Heaven Workman, Anthony Kunzi, Katherine Tirey, and Ethan Copeland.
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August 24th, 2017

• It's another long one today - they will get shorter.. I promise! :)
• There will be no NO SCHOOL Monday (9/4).
• If you are dropping off or picking up your child, please do so at the JH entrance.  Do not drop off or pick up on the Dome side.
• Attendance - If your child is not going to be at school due to illness, doctor/illness, etc., please call the Mrs. Kelly at ext. 221 before 9AM to report the absence.
• The Handbook Forms/Acceptable Use Policy Signature Pages are available to electronically sign through Family Access.  All signatures should be completed by August 31st.
• Announcements are posted daily!  Book this page, or navigate to the announcements from the main webpage by selecting the JH dropdown box.
• All lesson plans are updated weekly and available to view online.  You can access teacher lesson plans/homework from the main webpage by selecting the JH dropdown box.  
• Reminder:  Nearly all communication will be digital (exceptions are report cards, athletic eligibility, and discipline notifications).  Please make sure your email address is accurate in Family Access.
• Our first home football game is next week.  JH students should be accompanied by an adult that is responsible for them.  I am happy to discuss if you have questions/concerns.
• Do you want to receive text updates?  Send a text to 81010 with the message @nbjh1
• Have you liked our new page on Facebook?  Like "New Berlin Community Schools" to be a part of what's going on within our district.
• Follow us on Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)
• want to receive Twitter notifications via text (every time we tweet, it will send it to you via text).  
• Heart & Sole signup will be available soon! See the JH office for more information.  You can also register online at www.gotrcentralillinois.org.  Contact Coach Beth Brosi at bbrosi01@gmail.com with questions.
• JH will be MAP testing the Week of (9/5). If you would like more information about NWEA MAP Testing, please contact the office.  Data from the assessments will be used to determine the need for extra support for reading and math skills in our students.  If your child needs extra support in either area, they will be placed into intervention during elective period(s).
• If your child is struggling in a particular subject, contact the teacher immediately via email, so that we can begin to work together to help them succeed.  All teacher contact information can be found on the main page by selecting the JH dropdown box.
• We will run our first athletic eligibility report next Friday, September 1st.  Students must be passing ALL classes in order to be eligible to play.  Eligibility runs from Sunday through the following Saturday, so in the case of our first report, if a student is not eligible to play, they are out from Sunday, September 3-September 9th.  
• Families Google 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.).
• 1st Quarter Mid-Term is (9/15)
• There will be an 1145 SIP Dismissal on (9/15).
• JH Picture Day is (9/22).
• Homecoming is right around the corner.  While this is a mostly HS event, JH students always enjoy the parade.  The parade is scheduled for Sunday (9/24).  Details TBA.  The homecoming Football game is (9/29).
• I would like to 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 to see what type of volunteer opportunities are available.
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!
• Our Character of the months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control. - Starts next week!

Back to School 2017-18

Back to School Information

It always sneaks up on us.. Welcome back to the 1st (and possibly longest) edition of the Weekly Roundup for the 2017-18 School year.  As always, we are looking forward to another exciting and rewarding school year for our students and staff.  I want to bring some information to your attention to help make things as smooth as possible.

On behalf of the staff at New Berlin Junior High School, I am so happy to welcome you to the 2017-18 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.

REGISTRATION

• Online Registration for 17-18 is now available.  It is required for all returning students.  Please login to Family Access in Skyward as soon as possible to complete the registration process for returning students.

WEEKLY ROUNDUP

• Once the school year begins you will hear from me weekly through the Weekly Roundup!  I sent this out via email and links can be found in multiple places on the website.  I encourage you to bookmark the page.
• I have updated the important dates section in the Weekly Roundup!  Check out the upcoming events for the School district by checking back frequently.
• In the meantime, please browse the website  (www.pretzelpride.com) and the JH links to familiarize yourself with all of the information that is available to you.

GOOGLE DRIVE FAMILIES FOLDER

• Families Google 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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• I would like to 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 to see what type of volunteer opportunities are available.

SOCIAL MEDIA

• Have you liked our new page on Facebook?  Like "New Berlin Community Schools" to be a part of what's going on within our district.
• Follow us on Twitter (@newberlinjh) and (@nbpretzelpride)

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 and emailed to the students.
• 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.
• Social Media - Facebook (New Berlin Community Schools) and Twitter Account (@NewBerlinJH) will be used 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 months of August/September is Responsibility.  A person of character meets the demands on duty, is accountable, pursues excellence, and exercises self-control.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Students and families of students interested in Literary Team next year should subscribe to text reminders to stay up-to-date on open practices and script nights. Text @nbliterary to 81010
• NEW 7th Grade Students and Families should subscribe to Mrs. Tom’s ELA class to receive text reminders. Text @tom7ela to 81010
• If you don't have FAMILY ACCESS please contact Mrs. Owens to get setup - this is an invaluable resource!