Roxana Junior High School

Dear Parents, We're issuing an urgent warning about a dangerous social media trend called the "Chromebook Challenge" or "Chromebook Durability Test." Students are intentionally damaging school-issued Chromebooks by inserting conductive materials like paper clips or pencil leads into charging or USB ports. This creates a short circuit, leading to serious risks: overheating, smoke, sparks, and even fires. This behavior is a significant safety hazard to students and school property. Any student caught intentionally damaging a device will face disciplinary action. Families will also be held financially responsible, with a $330 replacement fee for irreparable damage. Please talk to your child immediately about the extreme dangers and consequences of this activity. Emphasize treating school property with respect and the serious safety risks of tampering with electronics. Your cooperation helps us ensure a safe learning environment for everyone. Sincerely, David Oestreich Principal of Roxana Junior High

All bus routes are running approximately 10 minutes behind. Thank you for your cooperation and patience. Have a great weekend.

All students in buildings are sheltering in place due to the current warning. Bus routes will be delayed for all students. We will send route updates. Any parents picking up Elementary Students are welcome to come into the buildings to shelter in place.

2024-25 RJHS Band Award Winners! What a talented and dedicated bunch. We are so proud of these students, the entire band, and Ms. Sabaj. Thank you for a great concert.

Our JH band is performing tonight as well. They just finished the first piece, "Caveman gets a haircut." Great job!!

All choirs combine to sing "One Voice." Powerful and poignant...students, thank you for sharing your talent!

8th grade concert chorus performs their acapella piece. Beautiful! Mrs. Falloon creates a love of music and performance in our students. Thank you, Mrs. Falloon.

Our 7th graders sound so good!

Spring Chorus Concert Time!!! We are so proud of our fine arts students.

Roxana Junior High School will be dismissed at 11:20 am on Wednesday, April 16th to begin Spring Break. There will be no school Thursday, April 17th through Monday, April 21st. School will resume on Tuesday, April 22nd. Have a great Spring Break!

Mrs. Powers class has chickens that are getting ready to hatch! You can use this link to watch them hatch!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-UB4Ozhm7g

Hi Junior High Parents, State testing is approaching, and full student attendance is crucial. Participation provides valuable data for school improvement. Students who take their time and answer all questions thoughtfully can earn house points and other prizes. Please ensure your child attends and encourage them to do their best. Their effort provides the most accurate assessment of their learning. Thank you for your support! Dave Oestreich - JH Principal

https://5il.co/3c7pk Parents/Guardians, As we approach the end of the 2024-25 school year we want to get information to you about our 8th grade promotion ceremony. Please open the link above to access a document with those details. If you have any questions or concerns about 8th grade promotion, please call or email Mr. Oestreich. Yours in education, Dave Oestreich RJHS Principal

Congratulations to our March house heroes! 6th grade-Jack Higdon, Liam Morrow, AJ McSpadden, Olivia Hyden 7th grade-Elizabeth Vazquez, Kamorion Gage, Emma Morrow, Aiden Perry 8th grade-Andrew Heigert, Claire Wilkinson, Maesyn Pate, Emma Roethe

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open! You can register your student(s) online through your Skyward account. Students entering K, 3rd, 6th and High School must also prove residency. All registration closes on June 6, 2025. Please contact the Jr. High Office at 618-254-7561 if you have any questions.

Our wonderful science teachers (Mrs. Heffren, Mr. Watts, Mrs. Russell) took a group of our students to the Science Olympiad today!

Dear Roxana Junior High Parents, We need your valuable input! Please complete the Illinois 5Essentials Survey to help us improve our school. Your participation is crucial. The survey takes about 10 minutes and is available online at https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent&p=1 Deadline: March 28, 2025 Thank you for your support. Sincerely, David Oestreich Principal

Please review this newsletter from Chestnut Health Systems regarding youth alcohol use. Continue to talk to your kids about how alcohol can harm them physically, mentally, and socially.

RJHS wrestling team getting ready to compete at the Vandalia Sectional this morning...Good luck to all our wrestlers!

RJHS wrestlers about to warm up for their sectional matches. GOOD LUCK, RJHS WRESTLING TEAM!!!