<div>Families and Students: As a reminder, there is no school on Wednesday, November 11 due to the observance of the Veterans Day holiday. We thank our veterans for their service to our country. Classes resume on Thursday, November 12. Progress Reports Available Today Progress Reports will be available through the Campus Parent and Campus Student portals on TODAY at 3:30 p.m. If you need assistance using the portal, contact our Central Campus Family Engagement Liaisons or West Campus Family Engagement Liaisons and they can provide help in English and Spanish. Share Your Input on Pace Bus Routes – November 10 at the Joliet Public Library Pace Suburban Bus is asking for community feedback on its ReVision Draft Network Plan, which would make bus routes more frequent, serve more places, and add later evening service across the region. Because Joliet is a major transit hub, input from local riders and families is especially important. Pace staff will be at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa Street, on November 10 from 3 to 6:30 p.m. to answer questions. You can provide your fee dback online or learn more at PaceBus.com/ReVision. Attending Middle School Athletic Events We love that our students enjoy cheering on their former middle schools! Joliet Public Schools District 86 has asked us to share a reminder for high school students attending its middle school athletic events. Students must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or another adult they know who takes responsibility for them and stays for the entire event. Students without an adult will not be admitted and must leave campus, but they are welcome to return with an adult. All spectators must pass through metal detectors, and backpacks are subject to search. Thank you for helping our students be respectful guests and great role models for our younger Joliet students! Alianza de Familias Comprometidas a la Educación Committee – November 10 The next Alianza de Familias Comprometidas a la Educación meeting of the school year is scheduled for November 10 at Joliet Central High School from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This meeting will be held in Spanish and is open to all families, whether they are new to the group or returning members. Join us for a roundtable discussion designed to guide students and families through the wide range of mental health and social-emotional learning programs available to support them. Free childcare will be available for children ages 4 to 12, and light refreshments will be provided. High school students who attend will receive community service hours. Grandparents Raising Children Support Group – November 17 Raising children comes with challenges at every stage of life. When grandparents or other family members unexpectedly find themselves stepping into a parenting role, having a village of support can make all the difference. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the JTHS Administrative Center, 300 Caterpillar Drive in Joliet. This month’s presentation will feature Dr. Nona Parker, community advocate and educator. To learn more about Grandparents Raising Children, click here. Don’t forget to like and follow their new Facebook page! Click here to show your support. JTHS Board of Education Meeting – November 17 The JTHS Board of Education invites families and the community to its next regularly scheduled meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, at the Administrative Office located at 300 Caterpillar Drive in Joliet. Agendas are posted at least 48 hours prior to the meetings. If you cannot attend in person, meetings are accessible via live stream. Individuals wishing to make public comments must sign up upon arrival before 6:50 p.m. Early Release School Improvement Day – November 19 November 19 is a School Improvement Day and early release for students. Students will follow the “A” Schedule. Central, West, and Pathway students are dismissed from school at 11:45 a.m. AVAC students are dismissed at 11:30 a.m., and Transition Center students are dismissed at 10:45 a.m. Central Archives Committee Meeting – November 19 Are you passionate about JTHS history and the preservation of historical items? Do you want to help give school tours? If so, the Central Archives Committee is for you! Students, families, alumni, and staff are welcome! The next meeting will be held on November 19 at 7 p.m. at Central in the third-floor archives area. Enter the school through Door F (Field House Entrance). Students receive community service hours for attending. If you have questions, contact Ms. Petronio at epetronio@jths.org. Hands of Hope Annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway – November 21 Hands of Hope will be hosting their Thanksgiving Food Drive on November 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 511 Oakleaf Court in Joliet. For more information, please visit the Hands of Hope of Illinois Facebook page, call 630-886-1553, or sign for up email alerts by sending an email to hopespecialalerts@gmail.com. Student Volunteer Opportunity – Hands of Hope Thanksgiving Food Giveaway Students needing community service hours are encouraged to volunteer for the Hands of Hope Thanksgiving Food Drive mentioned above. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Ms. Marilu by calling 630-886-1553 or by sending an email to marilu@handsofhope4u.org. View the volunteer flyer for more information. Thanksgiving Break – November 25 through November 27 Please remember there will be no school from November 25 through November 27. Classes will resume on Monday, November 30. Songs of the Season – December 3 The Joliet West Choir invites you to Songs of the Season, its annual benefit dinner, on Thursday, December 3, at the historic Jacob Henry Mansion Ballroom, 15 S. Richards Street in Joliet. Enjoy a three-course meal and raffle while listening to performances by the Ensemble, Mixed Chorus, Concert Choir, and Chamber Choir, as well as soloists and small groups. All proceeds benefit the Choir Parents Association. Tickets are $45 per person, and reservations are required. Please RSVP by Tuesday, November 17. For more information or to RSVP, click HERE. Free YMCA Workshop: Finding Free Money for College – December 5 The Joliet Community YMCA invites students and families to a free workshop, Finding Free Money for College, on Saturday, December 5, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Village of Shorewood YMCA, 1801 W. Jefferson Street in Shorewood. Kacey Helland, a World Language teacher at Plainfield South High School, will share tips on starting a college search, spotting red flags when choosing a school, finding scholarships, and completing scholarship applications. The workshop is mainly for juniors and seniors, but freshmen and sophomores are welcome, and parents and guardians are encouraged to attend. Registration is required. Click here to register and learn more. Pack the House for Special Olympics – December 9 JTHS Special Services invites you to the Pack the House event on Wednesday, December 9, at 5 p.m. at Joliet Central High School. This district-wide event brings students, staff, families and the community together to pack the Central Gymnasium and cheer on our athletes. Pack the House features the Special Olympics Basketball Game, along with raffles, concessions, Special Olympics gear, musical entertainment, a special appearance from the Steelmen mascot and more. Doors open to the public at 4:30 p.m. Enter through Door F, the Accessible Entrance (Field House off Herkimer Street) or Door G (off Eastern Avenue). There is no charge to attend, and donations are accepted at the door. All proceeds benefit the Special Olympics program. Energy Bill Assistance (LIHEAP) – December 16 Need help paying your heating or electric bill this winter? Joliet Township Government will host the Will County Center for Community Concerns to take applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) during the 2026-2027 season. LIHEAP helps eligible households pay for home energy services, including gas and electricity. All Will County residents are welcome to apply. Applicants must bring documentation and meet income guidelines. Applications will be taken from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, and on the third Wednesday of each month through July 21 at Joliet Township Government, 175 W. Jefferson Street in Joliet. To view the full schedule and income guidelines, click here. </div>

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