March 3, 2023

Hi folks,


Today marks the end of the second trimester and lets us know we've made it 2/3 of the way through the school year. Our 6th and 7th graders jump into their term 5 classes today as well. The month of March will be another busy one for our staff and students as we march up to spring break. We have students at math competitions and science fairs this weekend...good luck to all of our participants! And then the next few weeks are highlighted with our school musical taking center stage for four shows, an 8th grade field trip to the Steppenwolf theater, a slew of instrumental music concerts and the final Dance Assembly sessions for our 6th graders. Sounds like fun to me!


Here are some other important reminders:


High School Musical 2 Jr.

We are SO excited to present this year's musical production -- High School Musical 2 Jr. -- to the entire NBJ community. We have a double cast this year and are offering four productions (two for each cast). All shows will be held in the NBJH small gym. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $8 or online (fee applies) through this Sunday. Showtimes next week are:

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 8-10 @ 7pm

Saturday, March 11 @ 2pm


Lunch/Snacks

The March lunch menu is currently posted on the NBJH website. Additionally, please send snacks with your child if they plan to have a snack during the school day. Our health office is unable to meet the increasing demand for crackers/pretzels.


Hot Off the Press!

Here is Issue 8 of the Trojan Times. This digital publication is created during the 6th grade Journalism I class that is part of our exploratory rotation. This is the second of three issues published each school year. This issue includes interviews with an NFL football player and a Heisman winner as well as some of our own graphic novelists and athletes. Check it out!


Winter MAP Reports

Be on the lookout for an email from Data Specialist Dustin Anand this afternoon that will include your student(s)' NWEA Measures of Academic Progress Report. The report will show your student(s)' results as well as the district average in reading and math from the winter testing window. The MAP tests provide helpful information for families to monitor the growth of their child, for teachers to continue to understand student learning, and for the district to measure overall performance and alignment to learning standards. Please visit the Northbrook 28 website for additional details regarding the MAP assessment.


Trimester 2 Report Cards

We plan to email report cards to families on Tuesday, March 14th.


8th Grade Families

Our online payment page is open for families to register and pay for a one-time graduation fee and for the April 27 trip to Six Flags Great America for the annual Physics Day. Registration/RSVP is due by March 14 from all 8th graders. Registration must be completed online, but families have the option to pay online or by cash or check. Please make checks payable to Northbrook School District 28.


Enjoy the weekend...

Scott



Scott Meek, Ed. D., pHCLE

NBJH Principal

smeek@northbrook28.net

(847) 504-3501

Important Dates

Important Dates


03/06 B Day

  • Casimir Pulaski Day - School Is In Session

03/07 A Day

  • District P.T.O. Meeting - 9:00 a.m. - H.O.H. Community Room
  • 8th Grade Field Trip to Steppenwolf Theatre - 9:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

03/08 B Day

  • JH P.T.O. Meeting - 8:45 a.m. - JH Large Conference Room
  • Music Parents Club Meeting - 12:00 p.m. - H.O.H. Community Room

03/09 A Day

  • NBJH Jazz Factory Performance - 7:00 p.m. - Glenbrook North CPA
  • NBJH Musical - 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - JH Small Gym

03/10 B Day

  • NBJH Musical - 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - JH Small Gym

03/11

  • 6th Grade Dance Assembly - 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. - JH Large Gym
  • NBJH Musical - 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - JH Small Gym

03/12

  • Daylight Savings Time Begins - Turn Clocks Ahead 1 Hour
  • Jazz Bands Perform at Wolves Game - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.



Save the Date


Thursday, March 16th - 8th Grade Graduation Pictures - 9:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.



Sports News


03/06

  • Boys' Volleyball at Central (7/8) - 4:30 p.m.


03/07

  • Boys' Volleyball NBJH vs Attea (7/8) - 4:30 p.m.


03/08

  • Boys' Volleyball at Gemini (6) - 4:30 p.m.


03/09

  • Boys' Volleyball at Wood Oaks (6) - 4:30 p.m.
  • Boys' Volleyball vs Maple (8/7) - 4:30 p.m.



Did you know you can synch calendar items to your phone calendar through the District 28 Mobile App for iPhone or Android or from the website?

NBJH Happenings

Purchase Advance Spring Musical Tickets Through Sunday



Come see the NBJH Spring Musical: High School Musical 2 Jr. running from March 8-11. Filled with plenty of scheming, drama, and exciting musical numbers, this performance is sure to delight. Tickets are available for $8 online through Sunday, March 5. Tickets are general admission and can also be purchased at the door before each performance. For a list of cast members and performance times, please visit the musical webpage

Among Nation's Top 5%

Congratulations to NBJH students Meng Sun, Alex Arutchev and Connor Chung for scoring in the top 5% of students in the country in the AMC 8 competition sponsored by the Mathematical Association of America.


The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. Each of the three winners has participated at least once previously. Their advice to students on how to approach math: “It’s important to approach math problems one step at a time and don't rush through it,” Connor said.

Congratulations!

District News

Your Voice Needed for School Improvement

The Illinois 5Essentials Survey will be conducted through March 31. Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvement. We need a minimum participation rate of 20% and NBJH is currently at 18%. To take the survey please visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin.

 

For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact UChicago Impact Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or impact-surveys@uchicago.edu.

Virtual Backpack

District 28 invites local non-profit organizations and community government agencies to promote events for families and children. Each week, some events are highlighted in the newsletter. View the complete list of events on the Virtual Backpack web page. To submit an event, please email the web-friendly flier to Terry Ryan, Communications Director. All fliers are subject to approval.

Jr. Football & Cheer Registration Open


Registration is now open for Northbrook Jr. Spartan Football and Cheer Spring 2023 programs, including 7-on-7, Co-Ed Flag, Girls Flag, and Cheer. Learn more by visiting Jr. Spartan website.

 Dr. Scott Meek, Principal | Northbrook Junior High | 847-498-7920 | www.northbrook28.net

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