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Dear TMS Community,
We are off to a fantastic start to the school year! The TMS Administrative Team has enjoyed welcoming each student through assemblies where we reviewed our school expectations. Please take a moment to ask your child about their assembly take-aways.
In addition, we’ve been working closely with students as they learn our lunch routines and safety guidelines. We are excited to share that, as of today, all grade levels have open lunch seating options. Well done, parents—your children are already proving to be amazing middle schoolers, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to be part of their learning adventure.
This newsletter is coming out a little early to share an important reminder: 6th Grade Curriculum Night is tomorrow, Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Please join us at 5:35 PM for the Administrator Welcome. Students schedules will be given out in Advisory which is the first class period of the day and located in your child's PACK assignment. Please click HERE for specific details.
In this newsletter you'll find essential information on the following items: - 7th & 8th Grade Curriculum Night - Thursday, 9/4/25 @ 6-8 PM with a 5:35 PM Administrative Welcome in the Large Gym
- No School - Labor Day - Monday, 9/1/25
- PowerSchool Parent Login Required - Please sign up if you haven't aready!
- Absence Reporting
- Information on Middle School Grading Practices
- Fall Map Testing Dates - Wednesday, 9/3/25 & Wednesday, 9/10/25 *Modified Daily Schedules
- TMS Clubs & Activity Bus Schedule/Black Out Dates
- Choir Information
- Office Hours/Academic Support After School
- Community Partner Glenbard Parent Series
Protocol for Students Contacting Home During the School Day TMS PTA Spirit Wear Store is open! Arrival & Dismissal Information & TMS Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures Safety Drill Information Girls Basketball Tryouts
Standing Newsletter information includes: - PTA Meeting - Wednesday, 9/10/25 @ 7 PM in TMS LMC
- ABC 25 Information
- District 25 Food Services Information
Attendance Matters - Health Office Information
- School Resource Office Information
- Safe2Help Illinois
- Bus Information
- TMS Administrator Team
We are Making Waves and we are loving it! Wishing you safe and enjoyable Labor Day Weekend!
The TMS Administrative Team Lori Naumowicz, Principal Greg Keadle, Associate Principal (Epsilon, Zeta, & Delta Teams)
Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal (Alpha, Beta, & Gamma Teams) Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & TMS Student Services Coordinator |
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Click here to view the detailed schedule for this event.
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Click here to view the detailed schedule for this event.
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As we celebrate Labor Day, we wish your family a safe and restful holiday weekend. Thank you for helping us kick off such a great start to the school year—we look forward to the learning adventures ahead! |
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Mark your calendars, fall MAP testing: Testing will occur on Wednesday, 9/3 and Wednesday, 9/10. Students will report directly to Advisory upon arrival. TMS will run modified daily schedules on these testing days with testing occurring during an extended Advisory time and shortened classes during the day. Please mark your calendars on these dates to ensure students get 8-10 hours of sleep the night before testing and that students eat breakfast the morning of testing.
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Our middle school staff across the district have worked together to create common grading practices designed to support student learning and success. These consistent practices help ensure fairness, clarity, and a shared focus on growth for all students, no matter which class or teacher they have. Parents will have an opportunity to learn more about these practices and how they support your child’s academic journey during the Administrator Welcome at Curriculum Night. |
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TMS After School Support by Team is available to ALL students on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays! - Please encourage your child to attend Office Hours and to reach out to teachers if they need help or just want a place to work on their academics after school. This support is FREE and can be extremely helpful.
- Click HERE for more details on options for your child to get help from staff at TMS.
- The activity bus departs TMS at about 3:35 PM for students who have a bus pass.
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The Thomas Choir is ready for another amazing year of singing! If your child loves to sing and make music with their friends, now is the time to sign up to join choir.
The TMS Choir rehearses before school, on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, from 7:10 AM to 7:45 AM. Attendance at rehearsals is very important. Choir is open to ALL TMS students- no audition or experience required! Our first rehearsal will be Wednesday, September 10. If your child is also participating in band, they CAN join choir as well.
- The link to the sign-up for can be found here: TMS Choir Sign Up Form- 25-26
- Please complete the form as soon as possible; Friday September 5 is the final day to sign up.
- If you have any questions, please reach out to the choir director, Ms. Conomikes, at kconomikes@sd25.org.
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Standard Response Protocol (SRP) As part of the commitment of safety, we are transitioning to the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) this fall. This shift, made in partnership with the Arlington Heights Police Department, will help ensure a clear, consistent response to emergencies across all of our buildings. Please check out the SRP one page guide. Students and staff completed LOCKDOWN and HOLD Safety Drills this past Friday, 8/22/25 with the support of the Arlington Heights Police Department. TMS staff reviewed the RELOCATION protocols yesterday, 8/25/25 at our Primary Relocation site The Orchard. This Friday afternoon, 8/29/25, studnents and staff will practice the SHELTER IN PLACE and EVACUATION drills with the Arlington Heights Fire Department.
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Girls Basketball Tryouts for the 2025 - 2026 school year are fast approaching, and we couldn't be more excited to keep the momentum rolling from last year! Girls Basketball tryouts will be on September 17th and 18th, after school and are open to all 7th and 8th-grade girls! To try out, you must have a current Physical turned in to the nurse's office, the Athletic Registration Form filled out, and the Girls Basketball Interest Form filled out.
Girl's Basketball Interest Form - LinkAthletic Registration Form 25/26 - Link
Girls Basketball Tryout Dates/Times:
- MONDAY, September 17th: 7th Grade: 3:00 - 4:30pm and 8th Grade: 4:30 - 6:00pm
- TUESDAY, September 18th: 8th Grade: 3:00 - 4:30pm and 7th Grade: 4:30 - 6:00pm
QUESTIONS: Please reach out to the Coaches |
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District 25 is a partner in the Link Together Coalition which gives our community access to the Glenbard Parent Series. Please check out the various Glenbard Parent Series presentations that work to engage top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public. No registration required.
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TMS after school clubs will start in mid-September. If your student is interested in joining a club, please have them check the Daily Announcements for a meeting schedule. If they missed the Daily Announcements during lunch, they can always check on Schoology. Click here for the TMS Daily Announcements. This link is also located on the TMS homepage.
Student with a bus pass can ride the Activity Bus. Attached are the dates that the Activity Bus will NOT run. The bus will run on all other school days not listed. |
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- We ask that students do not use cell phones during the school day. Instead, students may ask permission to come to the office to contact home. This will help ensure that communication is effective in the event that there's confusion.
- Please help our T-Wolves build strong skills in being responsible and independent. Only bring items to school in the event of an emergency. (We have water fountains and serve a variety of hot and cold lunches each day!)
- Please connect with your child before school to make arrangements for after school pick-up and information on Club or event they wish to attend.
- When a student falls ill during the school day, they should report to the Health Office. The TMS nurses will assess the students and contact home if needed. Students should not be contacting home via cell phones when they are feeling ill.
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Please take a few minutes to review this information to help us keep the everyone safe: |
These detailed and specific safety directions for drop-off and pick-up are essential for all families that are driving students to and from school. Please carefully read these directions and share them with anyone who is driving your child.
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We’re excited to host a Community Safety Night at Thomas Middle School on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m..
This event will focus on electronic bike and scooter safety, including local ordinances and expectations on school property. We’ll also highlight drop-off/pick-up routines and before- and after-school expectations. It’s a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect. More details coming soon!
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Click here to place your order. The store is only open for a limited time, and late orders are not accepted.
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The TMS PTA has a lot to offer this year! We are excited for all the activities we have planned! - MEETINGS: If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA or simply checking out a meeting @ 7:00pm in the TMS Library. Everyone is welcome!
- Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Wednesday, January 14, 2026
- Wednesday, February 25, 2026
- Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- 2024-2025 Executive Board Members
TMS PTA Memberships - Have you joined the PTA? Your membership gives you exclusive access to the Thomas Middle School Directory through Directory Spot. Not a member? No problem! You can join by visiting the AH25 Webstore to purchase online or by emailing us at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com. |
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ABC 25 Memberships - As well as providing teacher grants, each year, the ABC/25 Foundation grants $2,500.00 to all District 25 schools when 25% of the school's families become members. These funds may be used at the school’s discretion. Past Membership Incentive Grants include: lighting and sound system updates, playground equipment, app subscriptions, digital books, Chromebooks, Nooks and iPad minis. We invite you to join ABC/25 Foundation and make an impact on District 25 student learning. Your support ensures that we can continue to provide students with projects and programs that foster innovation, creativity and excellence. One membership counts towards all district schools your children attend.
Become an ABC/25 Foundation Member by donating a minimum of $40.00 per family. District staff may join at an educator’s rate of $25.00 or more. |
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A District-wide communication to all parents with information about our school meal program, including menu access, payment, and our required notification to all families about how to apply for free/reduced meal will be sent in the near future. This correspondence will also include the student ID#, which will help parents link their student to our online payment system or online free/reduced application. For more information about paying for school lunches, please visit our website. |
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- Daily attendance at school is expected and essential to school success. Please work with us to ensure that your child is attending school each day. If support is needed, please reach out to us.
- ABSENCE REPORTING: The TMS attendance reporting options are open 24 hours a day 7 days per week. If your child is sick or unable to attend school, the parent/guardian MUST report this to the TMS office by filling out the Online Attendance Form by 8 AM, the latest, on the day of the absences.
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Click HERE to download and print a copy of the physical form.
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- This is a reminder that we need a completed state of Illinois physical and complete vaccine list (including TDap and Meningococcal MCV4) BEFORE October 15, 2025 to avoid school exclusion. Click HERE for a copy of the physical form for your doctor.
- The exam must be dated on or after August 21, 2024. This is a state of Illinois mandate.
- If you already have these forms, you can drop them off in our office over the summer!
- Please ensure that all of the questions on the form are filled out before you leave your provider's office.
- Please contact our school nurses with any questions or concerns after their return on August 18, 2025. THANK YOU!
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Social media concerns, incidents that occur after school hours/on the weekends, or outside of school can be reported to the SRO or you can contact the Arlington Heights Police by calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number (847) 368-5300. You can also go directly to the Police Department located at 200 E Sigwalt Street in Arlington Heights. It is open 24 hours. The SROs can be contacted as well: SRO: John O'Leary joleary@vah.com Cell Phone: (847) 344-2330 SRO: Chris Seebacher cseebacher@vah.com Cell Phone (847) 368-5393 |
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Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (safe2helpil.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment. Once vetted, the information provided will be shared with local district and school officials and/or local 911 call center, depending on the nature of the information shared. Safe2Help Illinois is a long-term initiative to change the school culture in Illinois by helping students reach out when they have concerns. To learn further about Safe2Help Illinois, please see the videos below. More information can also be found on their website at safe2helpil.com. Video for Middle School Students
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- Bus information will be sent the week before school starts.
- Click here for the Bus Safety Guidelines and Rule as well as details on lost items on the bus.
- Please direct bus transportation questions to the District 25 Transportation Specialist: Laura Comastro as she can answer your questions and resolve issues. lcomastro@sd25.org. Phone: 847-758-4888
- Bus Company Questions: Contact Cook Co. School Bus Company at 847-439-0923
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- Principal - Lori Naumowicz
- Associate Principal - Greg Keadle (Delta, Epsilon, & Zeta Teams)
- Associate Principal & Student Services Coordinator - Allie Yoder
- Associate Principal & Teacher - Jeremy Fischer (Alpha, Beta, & Epsilon Teams)
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Click here to read about the essential information shared in the 8/16/24 Community Newsletter.
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 | Thomas Middle School Office Hours: 7 AM - 3 PM / Office Phone: 847-398-4260 |
| | If you have any questions you can always call the school office, 847-398-4260 or email us directly. Allstar Administrative Assistants: |
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