Selected as a 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 NASET (National Association of Special Education Teachers) School of Excellence

Maryville Jen School Fall Issue October 2015

Principal’s Address: Welcome Back! By: Anne M. Craig – Jen School Principal The Jen School is off to another successful start for the 2015-2016 school

year. The students have settled into their classrooms and teachers are

providing engaging and meaningful lessons on a daily basis.

Students’ academic growth and success is important to all of us at Jen

School. One measure that indicates that success is the MAP test (Measures

of Academic Progress) which is taken by all Jen School students in the areas

of Reading, Language, Science and Math. These tests are given in the fall

and spring. The results of these tests are used by the classroom faculty to

enhance and individualize instruction for each student.

The Jen School has recently received two grants: 1 from the Altria

Foundation to purchase Chrome Books for our students to use in school and

1 from the Rivers Foundation to develop an onsite 3D printing instructional

lab. We are very appreciative to both the Atria and Rivers Foundations for

their ongoing support of The Jen School.

Please remember to join us at our annual Jen School Open House on

October 15th between 4:30 – 7:00 pm. We hope that you are able to stop

by and see what is new and share in our students accomplishments thus far

this year.

Ann M. Craig

Jammin’ with Jen

By: Hannah Lederman

Thank you to all that attended Jammin’ with Jen and for all the generous donations. The event was a huge success and raised over $11,000! All proceeds will benefit the Maryville Jen School and its students.

It was spectacular to see over 100 people come together to support and celebrate the Maryville Jen School. Guests jammed out to the sounds of local musicians, The Poker Night Band, and enjoyed a scrumptious farm to table themed dinner by Jen School Chef Toni Tomasello, which used produce from the Jen School garden. Additionally, attendees were able to view the new greenhouse, the garden, and get a tour of the school. Also, a special thanks to those who participated in the silent auction, which was comprised of artwork completed by Jen School students, wines, and other prizes. Lastly, much thanks to Maryville Development for helping pull the event all together and to the sponsors, donors, and volunteers who were all essential to the event’s success. Please see complete list of sponsors, donors, and volunteers on page 5.

Special Thanks…

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Health Beat By: Tracy Mullen – School Nurse

What is the difference between a cold and the flu? The cold and the flu are both a viral respiratory infection. The

cold is a milder infection than the flu. A cold usually comes on gradually over a day or two. Common

symptoms for the cold are a sore throat that usually lasts for a day or two, runny nose, and congestion. Cough may be present after the fourth or fifth day. Fever is uncommon in adults but children can have a mild fever. Cold symptoms usually last for a week.

The flu usually comes on suddenly. It is more severe than a cold. Symptoms include sore throat, fever, headache, muscle ache and soreness, congestion, and a cough. Flu symptoms usually last for two to five days, but it is common to feel run down for a week or more.

When are you contagious with the cold or flu? With a cold and the flu, you start being contagious about one day

before you start experience symptoms. With the flu, you are contagious for about 5 to 7 days into the

illness. Children can pass the virus for up to two weeks after they first experience flu symptoms.

With a cold you are most contagious for the first 2 to 3 days. You are usually not contagious after the first week.

How are the cold and flu transmitted? The flu and cold virus can pass through the air when a person coughs or sneezes, and can enter your body through your nose and mouth. You can also get the cold or flu by touching a surface (doorknob, computer mouse, etc.) that has the virus on it. Then when you touch your nose, mouth, or eyes the virus gets absorbed into your body.

How do I protect myself from the cold or flu? -Get the flu vaccine (for the flu) -Eat healthy; limit sugary foods -Get enough sleep every night -Avoid touching your mouth, nose, and eyes -Exercise daily -Wash your hands often

**The best way to stop the spreading of the flu and cold is HANDWASHING!**

INVEST Program By: Heather Lischett – Jen Assistant Principal

for Vocational Educational Services

INVEST stands for Integrated Vocational

and Educational Skills Training. It is a

program for students who are 15 and

older that are looking to develop their

vocational skills, and it meets district

requirements for career exploration and

vocational studies. It is a credit bearing

course and the students are paid a

stipend for their labors. Students in this

program participate in a wide variety of

jobs from janitorial duties in the school,

to furniture and bike repair, vending

machine maintenance, dish washing and

kitchen prep, and electronic recycling.

We also focus on communicating on the

job, resume building, interview skills,

professional attire and grooming, and

ethics in the work place.

Photo: Inside one of the computers that students are dismantling to be recycled. Students learn to utilize hand tools such as screw drivers and pliers, and apply problem solving skills to accomplish their task in this community based jobsite.

Classroom Corner By: Natalie Prosser - Teacher

Welcome back to another wonderful school year! We usually take this time in Ms. Khan’s class to discuss the meaning of Jen and how it applies to our classroom and school at large. Since we’re enrolled in World Literature this quarter, we have the opportunity to explore the meaning of Jen and the Golden Rule across various cultures and eras. We have been learning how the idea of the Golden Rule has appeared in literature since the dawn of civilized culture. While we read about cultures, we are practicing writing with style in our English Composition class. In math, we are focusing on the logic of algebra (not merely applying formulas) and as a result, there have been light bulbs shining over the students’ heads all quarter! We have had some students trickle in as they transition from their home schools this school year, so we’ve gotten to know some new students since mid-August. While transitions are often difficult, our Jen School veterans have been showing our newcomers the ropes as we look forward to a successful school year!

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SPORTS PAGE:

CAAEL Football Season By: Donna Hoffman – School Psychologist

The Jen School finally played its first flag football game of the fall against Forest View on a beautiful Friday morning in late September. After more than a month of preparation in gym class, the students were ready and excited to display their well-honed skills and compete against another school in league play. Twelve students were eligible; for seven of those students, it was their very first football game! The Jen students were victorious in a close game and most of the students enjoyed trying out new positions and playing with their Jen peers from other classrooms. This past Friday, the Jen students were looking forward to playing Aspira, but a scheduling conflict caused the schools to postpone and reschedule the game. Mr. Marty reported that, “the kids took their disappointment in not being able to play a league game well and put all their energy into having a positive inter-squad game.” Five sportsmanship ribbons were awarded to well-deserving student athletes. The team will play 5 league games- all on our campus, so feel free to come out and cheer them on every Friday morning until the end of October! Also, the Jen School will be hosting a 6 team tournament on October 8th. Every team gets to play three games that morning followed by a BBQ lunch in the North Gym for all teams and coaches. Mr. Marty hopes to see more students participating in the tournament next week. “They are all well prepared and it would be great for all to be able to contribute.”

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Getting to Know YOU By: Liz Villalobos – Job Coach

STUDENT Q: What is your favorite color? Student A: Purple Q: Have you ever had a nickname? What is it? Student A: Butterfingers Q: If you were a super-hero, what powers would you have? Student A: Super sneaky, so I can sneak all around and no one would see me. Q: What is your favorite subject in school? Why? Student A: PE, because it is fun. Q: What is your favorite holiday? Student A: Christmas, because I like getting gifts. Q: What is your favorite movie? Student A: Green Lantern Q: What motivates you to work hard? Student A: Getting computer time. Q. You find a magical genie lamp, what are your 3 wishes? Student A: I’d ask for hot dogs, my own Ferrari, and to be a bird. Q: What is something you’ve done that you are proud of? Student A: Going to CAAEL and receiving the sportsmanship award. Q: If you could eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Student A: The McRib from McDonald’s.

STAFF Q: What is your favorite color? Natalie: Red Q: Have you ever had a nickname? What is it? Natalie: Talula Q: If you were a super-hero, what powers would you have? Natalie: Read minds, so I can know what everyone is thinking. Q: What is your favorite subject in school? Why? Natalie: Science, I love doing experiments. Q: What is your favorite holiday? Why? Natalie: Definitely Christmas, because I like giving gifts. Q: What’s your favorite movie? Natalie: I don’t have one because I don’t watch movies or TV. Q: What motivates you to work hard? Natalie: My children Q: You find a magical genie lamp, what are your 3 wishes? Natalie: Unlimited wishes, financial freedom, and a life free from sickness. Q: What is something you’ve done that you are proud of? Natalie: Competing in a Tough Mudder Race. Q: If you could eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be? Natalie: Easy one, pizza! Definitely pizza!

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Maryville Development Team: Arlette Quinn Daniella Krivak Julie Blandford Julie Fischer Tina Hock

Special Thanks continued…

Seed Sponsors: Andrew Lotts with CJBS

Robert Bruce Whole Foods

In-Kind Donors: Argus Brewery Arlette Quinn

Arlington Park Barbara Schaefer

Blackfinn Cabernet & Company

Café Lucci Double Tree

e+o Restaurant Eggsperience

Innate Concepts Chiropractic Kathleen Petersen

Little Villa Mark Trerotola

Melissa Mele Nothing bundt Cakes

Pesche’s Sharon Minarik Smokey Bones Tap House Grill

Tina Hock Truco Taqueria

Whole Foods

Garden Box Sponsors: Alyson Beucler

Argo Translation B&B Consultants

Brenner Johnson Creative Info. Systems Christian and Sammy Hock

Ed Strabel John Freyer

Presence Health

Financial Donors: Gerald Babicz

Hollis Gemkow Larry and Theresa Quinn

Mick Rickert

Volunteer Gardeners: Alyson Beucler

Andy DeLorenzo Dwayne Anderson

Sharon Minarik Cathy Boll

Jen Chefs:

Toni Tomasello Jeannine Dutkanych

Tracy Mullen

Volunteer Chefs: Alyson Beucler

Arlette Quinn Ruth Jensen

Elgin Community College

Culinary Student Volunteers: Alex Baumgartner

Charles Chandler Donald Heyden Eric Cervantes

Krisin Ward