Washington Junior High School

December 2024 Newsletter

MATILDA

Matilda Jr

Oglesby Public Schools is proud to present our annual musical, Matilda Jr. This year's production will be under the direction of Mr. Reid Tomasson.

The performance dates will be March 7th and 8th.

Students have received a Google Form to sign up for audition workshops and auditions!

Scheduling update:

Dec. 2 - - - 7/8 BB vs. LaSalle Lincoln.

Bus 3:45, Game 4:30

8th grade will play first because of LPHS is hosting their open house.

LPHS open house hours 6-7:30

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Lunch Menu/Calendar

Menu

December Lunch Menu

December Activity Calendar

As a reminder school breakfast and lunch are free for all students!

Happy Holidays

On behalf of Washington School and OPS 125 we would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season and New Year!

Holiday Program Information

Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the listed starting time. Students will report to the music classroom upon entering the school.

Band Holiday Program December 9th @ Washington School at 6:00pm

4th and 5th grade band students perform at the junior high band concert.

 

P.B.I.S. Spotlight Students

Congratulations to our P.B.I.S. Spotlight Students of the Month!

6th Grade: Madisyn Engel

7th Grade: Mason Hill

8th Grade: Sailor Ernat

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Nurse's Notes

Nurses Notes

If your child has borrowed clothing from the health office due to an accident or spill, please wash and return these clothes to the school nurse in a timely manner.

If you would like to make a donation of gently used clothing, the health office is in need of size 8-10 & 10-12 boys pants as well as 8-10 girls pants. Please only send pants in these sizes at this time.

Thank you for your help!

Illinois Valley Food Pantry Information

In order to receive holiday food baskets, you must register as a client prior to the holiday distribution.

Christmas baskets can be picked up Wednesday Dec. 18th from 1-6 p.m. This is a one day, curbside only pick-up. Please enter the line at the public parking at the corner of 2nd & Wright. You must show your photo ID and proof of address. The Food Pantry will be closed from 12 P.M. on Dec. 20th through Jan 5th. The food pantry reopens on January 6.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The Illinois Valley Food Pantry is located at 122 Wright St. LaSalle, Illinois 61301. Phone 815-224-3658. For regular monthly orders, pick-up days are Mon. from 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m., Wed. 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

If this is your first time ordering or picking up from the Illinois Valley Food Pantry, you will need to stop by and fill out a form. The hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.), Wed (10:00 A.M.-6:00 p.m.), and closed on Sat.

On your first visit bring the birthdates of all persons living in your household, proof of address, and a photo ID.

School Nurses Page

Don't Forget to Visit

www.ops125.net for important updates and reminders.

Download our App on either IOS or Android devices to keep up to date with the latest messages!

OPS has a Facebook page: Click on the link on our website to go to our Facebook page and “like” us to have updates sent straight to your Facebook page.

December 2nd - School Resumes

December 4th - 2:05pm Dismissal

December 9th - 6:00pm, Band and Choir Concert @ Washington

December 13th - Sports Jersey Day

December 20th - Red and Green Day 2:05 Dismissal

December 23rd - January 3rd, Winter Break

January 6th - Institute Day, No School

January 7th - School Resumes