TJ Family News

Our students continue to make progress in reading and math based on our district iReady data. We are proud of our students and teachers for their hardwork and dedication to academic success.

As partners in your child's education, we want to emphasize the importance of fostering a love for reading at home. Reading together not only strengthens the parent-child bond but also plays a crucial role in your child's academic development.

By dedicating just a few minutes each day to reading with your child, you contribute significantly to their language skills, vocabulary expansion, and overall cognitive development. Choose books that align with their interests and reading level, making the experience enjoyable and engaging.

Creating a reading routine at home provides valuable opportunities for discussions, questions, and shared discoveries. It is a simple yet powerful way to complement the learning that takes place in the classroom and sets the foundation for a lifelong love of reading.

We encourage you to explore different genres, visit the local library, and make reading a cherished family activity. Your involvement in your child's reading journey is a key factor in their academic success and personal growth.

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to your child's education.

Mastering math facts is a foundational skill that greatly influences a child's mathematical proficiency. Here are some simple yet effective ways you can help at home:

1. Daily Practice: Encourage your child to practice math facts regularly. Short, daily sessions can be more beneficial than occasional longer ones.

2. Flashcards and Games: Utilize flashcards or engage in math games that make learning fun. Games such as dice or card games can turn math practice into an enjoyable family activity.

3. Real-world Applications: Connect math facts to real-life situations. For example, involve your child in cooking or shopping activities that require basic math calculations.

4. Use Technology: Explore educational apps and online resources designed to reinforce math facts. Many of these tools are interactive and engaging.

5. Positive Reinforcement: Celebrate your child's progress and efforts. Positive reinforcement can boost their confidence and motivation to tackle more challenging math concepts.

Remember, your involvement and encouragement play a crucial role in your child's academic success.

We appreciate your partnership in fostering a strong mathematical foundation for your child.

ABCDE Calendar

Free Meals for the 2023-2024 School Year

In order to ensure accurate counts of meals, students will need to make a choice in the morning. Please see the link for the menu below and talk to your child about their lunch choice.

Elementary Breakfast and Lunch Menu

• Plainfield202 2022-2023 School Calendar
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February

PTO Heart Grams

1 Spirit Monkeys Sold at Lunch

8 Oberweise No Cook

9 Seetheart Dance

12-23 OLSAT Testing Window

14 Free Popcorn Friday from the PTO

14 Friendship Parties

19 President's Day - No School

20 PTO Meeting

22 Spirit Monkeys Sold at Lunch

23 Cookies for Our Troops

March

1 District Institute - No Student Attendance

8 End of Third Quarter

19 School Improvement Day - No Student Attendance

25 - 29 Spring Break - No School

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Megan Orto - President

Adrianna Aurich - Vice President

Karen Killian - Secretary

Justin Zak - Treasurer

Email: tj_reg@psd202.org
Website: https://tjes.psd202.org/
Location: 1900 Oxford Way, Joliet, IL, 60431
Phone: (815) 577-2021
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