Joppa-Maple Grove Unit School District #38‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎

I apologize. I labeled the wish list as Maple Grove, but it is still saying Wendy Wear's wish list. Just to be clear, it is not my wish list. It is under my name because I set it up for the teachers. Thank you, Wendy Wear Principal, Joppa-Maple Grove

Thank you for all of you who have reached out asking for ways to help. We are taking any book donations, school supplies, money (checks can be made out to Maple Grove), and I am sharing two links. One is for an Amazon Wishlist and the other is for a Scholastic Wish List. https://shop.scholastic.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-sso-us-Site/default/Wishlist-ViewWishlistDetails?wishlistName=Maple%20Grove%20Library https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/4FTMAJ4RGVLX?ref_=wl_share Thank you so much for everything- even if it is just positive thoughts and well wishes. The students and staff are so very grateful

Attention Families: Starting Monday, August 28, 2023, ALL STUDENTS, Pre-K through 12th grade will be attending school in the Joppa High School building located at 911 Joppa North Avenue. We are so excited to have all of our students back in person. Drop off and pick up routines: Car Riders Grades Pre-K through 6th: Families will pull into the driveway on the north side of the building by the picnic tables and garden. Drivers will pull around the back of the building (the ballfield will be on the passenger side) and drive around to the southwest entrance of the gym. There will be staff members there to greet students. (Just like at Maple Grove, but driving around the back side of the building instead of pulling straight in.) This is how drop-off and pick-up will operate. Grades 7th through 12th: Families will be picked up and dropped off in the parking lot. Please be mindful that our buses will be using the parking lot to pick up and drop off our elementary students at the gym lobby door. Bus Riders 4th grade through 12th grade bus riders will enter and exit the building at the main doors in front of the school. Pre-K through 3rd grade bus riders will enter and exit at the doors to the gym lobby. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We can’t wait to see you all!

Everyone's invited!

The first day of First Grade. We are ready to read and everyone is present!

Mr. May's sophomore Creative Writing students engaged in a silent writing exercise where they were given three topics: a photo, one of the five senses, and a specific detail to incorporate into their writing. Students then rotated around the room to add to their fellow scholars' writings.

Dear Families,If your child is interested in studying abroad, here is some information about how to make it possible.

Dear Families, Thank you so much for your flexibility during the clean up at Maple Grove. Unfortunately we are unable to open the building at this time. We apologize for any inconveniences this causes for your family. We will be on remote learning for at least Monday and Tuesday of next week. As we receive information about when we will be able to reopen the building, we will update you as soon as possible. A Special Board meeting is scheduled for Monday at 6:30 in the high school cafeteria to discuss in-person learning.

Important Information Regarding the Short-Term Substitute (STS) License: Application Fee for the license is $25.00. Application is available through June 30, 2028. The license is valid for substitute teaching in PreK-Grade 12 and valid for 5 years. License holders cannot teach more than 5 consecutive days per licensed teacher in the same school year unless the state has a declared a disaster proclamation in which the short-term substitute may serve 15 consecutive days per licensed teacher in the same school year. Must complete a Short-Term Substitute Training to hold the STS License. Can serve as a Paraprofessional. A minimum of 60 hours of college coursework must be at the 100-level or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. In order to be placed on the ROE #21 Substitute Listing, individuals must also have a background check, health exam, and TB test. Prior to attending a Subs for Subs Event, each individual must have completed the following steps: Pay in full for the Subs for Subs event ($20.00) to secure your spot. Create an ELIS account on the ISBE website (https://apps.isbe.net/iwasnet/login.aspx). (Please make sure you are using GOOGLE CHROME OR FIREFOX as your browser. MacBooks and handheld devices are not compatible with ISBE’s website) Submit official college transcripts in a sealed envelope or via e-script to the ROE #21 office. Registration coming soon for the following Subs for Subs Training Events: October 11, 2023 December 6, 2023 February 14, 2024 April 3, 2024 Please share this information with anyone who may be interested. If you have questions, please contact 618-998-1283.

I would like to thank the Joppa-Maple Grove Board of Education, staff, and parents for their patience and understanding during this time of uncertainty. As you may know, Maple Grove Elementary School has experienced some weather-related issues. We have an Environmental Analyst and Consultant assessing the situation at Maple Grove. We have roof damage due to storms and heavy rains. We have a Chiller problem affecting the humidity and condensation in the building. Air quality tests are being completed in each room of the building. By taking immediate action, we have lessened the severity of potential issues. The assessment has not been fully completed at this time and we will have more information soon. Remediation of the issues will be addressed immediately. Maple Grove students will be on Remote Learning the rest of this week with meals being delivered.

Dear Parents Maple Grove Elementary is experiencing weather-related maintenance issues. The amount of rain has caused roof damage among other problems. We ask for your patience while we investigate and try to take care of these issues. Maple Grove Elementary will be closed for the rest of the week for clean-up and repairs. Joppa Jr/Sr High School will be open and ready for students as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you, however, the safety of our students and staff is of the utmost priority. We will be delivering breakfast and lunch via the bus routes beginning at 10:00 each morning. If your student is not a bus rider, and you would like a meal, one can be picked up at the high school between 10:30 and 11:00. Vickie Artman, Ph.D. Superintendent Joppa-Maple Grove Unit School District #38 911 Joppa North Avenue/PO Box 10 Joppa, Illinois 62953 Phone: (618) 543-7589 Ext. 1102 Fax: (618) 543-9264

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Maple Grove will be having a 12:30 dismissal today. Bus routes will run at that time for grade school students. please try to make arrangements for your children. If no one is home at drop off the students will be taken to Joppa Jr/Sr High and should be picked up from there.

Our transportation provider is Robinson Transport. If you have any transportation requests please call the Metropolis office at 618-309-6923.

Welcome Back! JMG #38 Staff returned on August 10, 2023, to get ready for the school year! We are all so excited about starting the year and teaching and caring for our students!

Harrah's School suppy give away will be held August 10, 2023. it will be held at Metropolis Community Center at 5:00. Come out and get your supplies!

Maple Grove Elementary will be holding Pre-K screenings on Wednesday, August 2 from 9:00-12:00 for students who were not screened in April, or who may be new to the district. The child must attend the screening so that we can assess them.

Are you interested in Bowling? We have a meeting July 20, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. in the High School Gym. Hope to see you there!

Mr. May is inviting all junior high and high school students to participate in the Summer Reading Program. Make a reading log of the books you read this summer and be entered into a drawing for a Books-a-Million gift card in August! Bring in your reading log on the first day of school on August 11th and be entered for your chance to win! Be sure to post your progress on social media to inspire others to join in on the summer reading fun.

Please join Ms. Owens at Fort Massac State Park Visitor Center for some exciting events this summer!

Massac Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom presents Summer Movies in the Park. Saturday, July 8, 2023 Opens at 7:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 8:30 p.m. Location: Fort Massac State Park $1 movie/$2 drink & Popcorn/$1 Candy Country Financial & Big Johns