Boys Basketball and Cheer:
Please turn in sports physicals as soon as possible .
First practice is October 20th for basketball.
*The following letter has been sent home with students 4th - 8th grades. Please only sign and return if your student will NOT be participating.
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
Each school day, our junior high volunteer flag team raises and lowers the flag according to flag etiquette. They have learned how to properly fold the flag and how to raise and lower it at half staff.
We are proud of their commitment to civic duty.
Upper Elementary/Junior High:
Congratulations to this weeks Chargers of the Week and positive office referrals
Congratulations to this weeks Chargers of the Week and positive office referrals
Several of our junior high students joined in with the 3 pm nationwide DAR ringing of the bells on Constitution Day!
Ringing bells was the colonial way to gather crowds to share breaking news. The Liberty Bell was the most famous bell that rang out to announce the reading of The Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Pictured are our students ringing bells and reading the Preamble to the US Constitution to the entire school.
Reminder
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
Happy Constitution Day from Tri-Point UE/Junior High!
This was their first time reciting the pledge over the intercom. They were excited!
School Picture Day :
Upper Elementary/JH online order code and QR code .
Paper forms will be sent home tomorrow.
Reminder
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
Last week the 6th and 7th graders visited Don Gardner's prairie in Kempton to learn about prairies, local history, and to collect plants to identify. The grass was so tall that we thought we might lose some of them, but they all made it back! Thanks to Torin for getting the hay rack, the kids really enjoyed it!
*The following letter has been sent home with students 4th - 8th grades. Please only sign and return if your student will NOT be participating.
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
Good morning,
Next Thursday, September 18th, Tri-Point Upper Elementary/Junior High School will be practicing our Law Enforcement Drill. All schools are required by the State of Illinois to participate in a school intruder drill with the assistance of local law enforcement. This drill involves two parts. The first is a practice lockdown drill where students shelter in their classroom as if there was an intruder in the building. The second part would involve evacuating the building and moving to our rally point, which is the Piper City Methodist Church. As we are getting into fall weather, please remind your children to have their jackets with them.
These drills are completed taking into account the ages of our students. We understand that our students may not understand the purpose of these drills. Because of that, we take the sensibilities of our students into account and design them to be age appropriate so we do not frighten our students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Upper Elementary/Junior High office at 815-686-2247.
Thank you,
Sam Schmale
Next Thursday, September 18th, Tri-Point Upper Elementary/Junior High School will be practicing our Law Enforcement Drill. All schools are required by the State of Illinois to participate in a school intruder drill with the assistance of local law enforcement. This drill involves two parts. The first is a practice lockdown drill where students shelter in their classroom as if there was an intruder in the building. The second part would involve evacuating the building and moving to our rally point, which is the Piper City Methodist Church. As we are getting into fall weather, please remind your children to have their jackets with them.
These drills are completed taking into account the ages of our students. We understand that our students may not understand the purpose of these drills. Because of that, we take the sensibilities of our students into account and design them to be age appropriate so we do not frighten our students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Upper Elementary/Junior High office at 815-686-2247.
Thank you,
Sam Schmale
Reminder
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
9/19-No School
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
Junior High Cheerleading 6th - 8th Grades :
*Any student trying out will be able to attend other sports practices and games.
*Students can ride the activity shuttle leaving Piper at 5:00
Try Out Practices - September 15th & 16th
Try Out- September 18th
Hope to see everyone there !!
*Any student trying out will be able to attend other sports practices and games.
*Students can ride the activity shuttle leaving Piper at 5:00
Try Out Practices - September 15th & 16th
Try Out- September 18th
Hope to see everyone there !!
*The following letter has been sent home today with students 4th - 8th grade. Please only sign and return if your student will NOT be participating.
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
Dear Parents & Guardians, 9/11/25
Tri-Point Upper Elementary and Junior High will be screening students for social-emotional and behavioral concerns September 29th – October 10th. This will be a comprehensive, preventative approach to identifying and addressing students’ needs early. (before possible concerns become severe). All students are invited to participate in the screening. For elementary students, teachers will complete a screener about each student. Junior high and high school students will complete the screener independently. The school social worker will use the information provided to identify students who may benefit from additional support services.
The screening will indicate signs of stress, sadness, worry, anger, loneliness, irritability, motivation, and attention difficulties. If your student presents an elevated score, the school social worker may meet with them to gather more information to determine if school-based supports would be beneficial. This may include, participating in a skill building group or individual counseling. Parents will be contacted regarding any services that are recommended and asked for your written permission before your student actually begins receiving any services.
*If you have questions, please contact the school office at (815)-686-2247.
If you DO NOT consent for your student to participate in this screening, please sign and return to the school by SEPTEMBER 22, 2025. If an opt out form is not completed and returned students will participate in the screening.
Regards,
Sam Schmale
Principal
JH Softball :
Red & Blue night, this Friday 9/12 at 4:30
Red & Blue night, this Friday 9/12 at 4:30
Attendance Reminder:
* Tri-Point CUSD 6J is dedicated to academic achievement and success for all students. Regular attendance is a necessary part of student success. High attendance rates result in improved academics, as well as social and emotional development.
-Students are allowed five call in days a semester without documentation. The end of the 1st semester this year is December 19th and the end of 2nd semester is May 21st.
-Doctors, Dentist, Legal, ect notes will not be held against the student’s absence total… But will be featured on letters and report cards ..so that parents can see how many days the students have missed total.
-Call ins should be made before 10:00 AM
-An auto call will be made at approximately 10:00 am if students are not called in.
-If a student is reporting illness to staff… a call will be made to the parents unless (parents have requested otherwise)
-Parents can choose to have their student remain at school; unless the student has been verified of having a temperature, seen vomiting or shows other symptoms of not being well enough to attend.
-If a student has excessive absences, the school will follow handbook procedures. Please see student handbook for details.
-A student MUST be present all day (unless has a medical note) to play in a game the same day if in sports.
-If a student misses a Friday, they may play in a Saturday game if reason for absence has been resolved.
-All homework missed during those absences need to be made up by the student. Students will have as many days as they missed to complete the assignment (unless arrangements have been made with the teacher). To contact any teachers; please use Class Dojo, email or call the school at any time during the school year.
**If you have any questions about the attendance policies please see the student handbook available at the district website or call the office at 815-686-2247. **
Thank You
* Tri-Point CUSD 6J is dedicated to academic achievement and success for all students. Regular attendance is a necessary part of student success. High attendance rates result in improved academics, as well as social and emotional development.
-Students are allowed five call in days a semester without documentation. The end of the 1st semester this year is December 19th and the end of 2nd semester is May 21st.
-Doctors, Dentist, Legal, ect notes will not be held against the student’s absence total… But will be featured on letters and report cards ..so that parents can see how many days the students have missed total.
-Call ins should be made before 10:00 AM
-An auto call will be made at approximately 10:00 am if students are not called in.
-If a student is reporting illness to staff… a call will be made to the parents unless (parents have requested otherwise)
-Parents can choose to have their student remain at school; unless the student has been verified of having a temperature, seen vomiting or shows other symptoms of not being well enough to attend.
-If a student has excessive absences, the school will follow handbook procedures. Please see student handbook for details.
-A student MUST be present all day (unless has a medical note) to play in a game the same day if in sports.
-If a student misses a Friday, they may play in a Saturday game if reason for absence has been resolved.
-All homework missed during those absences need to be made up by the student. Students will have as many days as they missed to complete the assignment (unless arrangements have been made with the teacher). To contact any teachers; please use Class Dojo, email or call the school at any time during the school year.
**If you have any questions about the attendance policies please see the student handbook available at the district website or call the office at 815-686-2247. **
Thank You
Upper Elementary/JH:
Congratulations to this week’s Champion Chargers of the Week and positive office referrals.
Reminder:
9/19-NO SCHOOL
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
9/19-NO SCHOOL
9/24-2:10 Dismissal
Attendance Reminder:
* Tri-Point CUSD 6J is dedicated to academic achievement and success for all students. Regular attendance is a necessary part of student success. High attendance rates result in improved academics, as well as social and emotional development.
-Students are allowed five call in days a semester without documentation. The end of the 1st semester this year is December 19th and the end of 2nd semester is May 21st.
-Doctors, Dentist, Legal, ect notes will not be held against the student’s absence total… But will be featured on letters and report cards ..so that parents can see how many days the students have missed total.
-Call ins should be made before 10:00 AM
-An auto call will be made at approximately 10:00 am if students are not called in.
-If a student is reporting illness to staff… a call will be made to the parents unless (parents have requested otherwise)
-Parents can choose to have their student remain at school; unless the student has been verified of having a temperature, seen vomiting or shows other symptoms of not being well enough to attend.
-If a student has excessive absences, the school will follow handbook procedures. Please see student handbook for details.
-A student MUST be present all day (unless has a medical note) to play in a game the same day if in sports.
-If a student misses a Friday, they may play in a Saturday game if reason for absence has been resolved.
-All homework missed during those absences need to be made up by the student. Students will have as many days as they missed to complete the assignment (unless arrangements have been made with the teacher). To contact any teachers; please use Class Dojo, email or call the school at any time during the school year.
**If you have any questions about the attendance policies please see the student handbook available at the district website or call the office at 815-686-2247. **
Thank You
* Tri-Point CUSD 6J is dedicated to academic achievement and success for all students. Regular attendance is a necessary part of student success. High attendance rates result in improved academics, as well as social and emotional development.
-Students are allowed five call in days a semester without documentation. The end of the 1st semester this year is December 19th and the end of 2nd semester is May 21st.
-Doctors, Dentist, Legal, ect notes will not be held against the student’s absence total… But will be featured on letters and report cards ..so that parents can see how many days the students have missed total.
-Call ins should be made before 10:00 AM
-An auto call will be made at approximately 10:00 am if students are not called in.
-If a student is reporting illness to staff… a call will be made to the parents unless (parents have requested otherwise)
-Parents can choose to have their student remain at school; unless the student has been verified of having a temperature, seen vomiting or shows other symptoms of not being well enough to attend.
-If a student has excessive absences, the school will follow handbook procedures. Please see student handbook for details.
-A student MUST be present all day (unless has a medical note) to play in a game the same day if in sports.
-If a student misses a Friday, they may play in a Saturday game if reason for absence has been resolved.
-All homework missed during those absences need to be made up by the student. Students will have as many days as they missed to complete the assignment (unless arrangements have been made with the teacher). To contact any teachers; please use Class Dojo, email or call the school at any time during the school year.
**If you have any questions about the attendance policies please see the student handbook available at the district website or call the office at 815-686-2247. **
Thank You
