
State Testing is next week! Dress up to celebrate our success and have some school spirit! Due to testing, no sunglasses, hats, or accessories will be allowed. If you have a school issued Chromebook checked out, please remember to bring it with you CHARGED each day next week! Monday: Hawaiian shirt/shortsTuesday: Sports Team shirt/jerseyWednesday: Wacky... READ MORE >

Cheerleading Tryouts for the upcoming school year (2021-2022) are Tuesday, May 11th and Wednesday, May 12th for any incoming 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student. If you are interested in trying out, please see the attached information sheet for more information. Email Coach Imm bimm@wcusd5.net for any questions. READ MORE >

Yearbooks are currently on sale until April 30th. Get yours today! To order online, visit: https://www.jostens.com/apps/s... You can also complete the attached order form and turn it into the school office. Please make sure to make checks payable to Jostens. Due to COVID-19, yearbooks will be delivered in the fall of 2021. Questions?Feel free to contact Jen... READ MORE >

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While we are still awaiting some guidance from the SIJHSAA on how the Track & Field season will look, we want to know who is planning to come out for the team! If you are interested and intend to try out for Track & Field this spring, please fill out and submit this form. NOTE: An up-to-date physical MUST be on file at WJHS in order to participate in try-outs. ... READ MORE >

Good morning parents,At last night’s board of education meeting, the school board voted to approve a plan that would allow students to attend school in-person five days per week until noon beginning March 15, 2021. As of March 15, your child will either attend five days per week in-person or fully remotely. We will no longer have the A/B rotation as an option. We... READ MORE >

WJHS Volleyball/Basketball Game Spectator Protocols Our goal is to allow home spectators for our games. In order for this to happen safely, we need to follow covid-related social distancing protocols: Each athlete is allowed two spectators. Each athlete will receive two passes. Spectators are expected to show the pass to the check-in table which is located just... READ MORE >

Students – join us for a virtual game night on Thursday, February 11th at 6pm! crowd.live/wjhsgamenight8 rounds of triviaPrizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd placeAttendance prizes between roundsAll you need is a smartphone, Chromebook or computer! Mark your calendars and be ready to join in the fun! Questions? – email Mrs. Cruser at acruser@wcusd5.net READ MORE >

Student Council will be hosting Literacy Week next week (January 25th - 29th). All students are invited to dress up to celebrate! If you participate while working remotely, make sure to send pictures to wjhsmedia@wcusd5.net.Monday: Read my Shirt!- Wear a shirt with words Tuesday: Reading Rocks my Socks!-Crazy Socks Day Wednesday: Wear red...Be well... READ MORE >

WJHS Picture DayFebruary 2nd & 3rdIn-Person LearnersPictures will be taken during PE hours."B" day students will have their picture taken on Tuesday, February 2nd."A" day students will have their picture taken on Wednesday, February 3rd.Remote LearnersStudents can come anytime between 12:30pm and 3:30pm on either day to have their picture taken.Please enter using... READ MORE >

The Junior High Volleyball season is scheduled to begin when we return from Christmas break in January. As of now, our season is still on. If you would like to sign up to try out, please complete the form below. REMEMBER, you must have an up-to-date physical on file with the school nurse to try out. I will be sending out information about tryouts, our team, and... READ MORE >

Good Morning Parents: As you know, we will be transitioning back to fully remote learning on Monday, November 23. The earliest possible return to in-person learning will be Monday, December 7. This may involve small groups of struggling students or a return to the A/B schedule depending on what the health department recommends. If we are only allowed to bring... READ MORE >

The zoom links for Parent-Teacher Conferences are listed in the document below. Please make sure your name is shown correctly, so the teacher can let you in at your scheduled time. We'd love for the students to join you for the conference, if possible! If you have not scheduled a conference yet, but would like to, please call the office at 618-939-3457 and one... READ MORE >

Virtual parent teacher conferences will be held on October 29 and 30. If your child is doing well, please don’t feel that you are obligated to sign-up for a conference. Zoom links for conferences will be shared later. If at all possible, we would love for your child to attend the virtual parent teacher conferences with you. We would love to hear from their... READ MORE >

Are you using the new Box Tops app to digitally turn in Box Tops? It is a quick and easy way to raise money for WJHS. Simply download the app and scan your receipts after each purchase! Have old Box Tops around the house? We’ll take those too! Just send them in a small bag and drop them off in the office. How Do Digital Box Tops Work List of... READ MORE >

Students, Want to earn a $5 Yo-Toppings gift card!? Have no missing assignments between October 13th and November 13th and your name will be entered in a drawing for just that! 30 names will be drawn! Congratulations also goes out to ALL the students who had no missing assignments from August 19th – September 30th! Way to rock remote learning! Those names were... READ MORE >

Parents/Guardians: As we approach our return to in-person learning on Wednesday, September 30th, we just wanted to share some important information: 1. Drop-Offs/Pick-Ups- Students may be dropped off beginning at 7:35. Students should report to 1st hour upon arriving to school. 1st hour will begin at 7:55. 6th and 7th grade students should be dropped off at the... READ MORE >

Parents: We are looking forward to welcoming students back to school on September 30! There are four very important links included in this email. The first one is our phase 2 blended remote learning plan. This contains detailed information about the return to school. The second link is a quick reference guide for the most important information regarding our... READ MORE >

Waterloo Junior High School Parents & Students - We have developed this handbook to help our WJHS students begin the school year with remote learning. Included is information on attendance, submitting assignments, joining Google Classrooms, Zoom meetings, and much more! Please read through this prior to the first day of school on August 19th. ... READ MORE >

Please see the link below for frequently asked questions and answers about the blended remote learning plan. Blended Remote Learning Plan FAQs Thank you, WCUSD#5 READ MORE >

WJHS Families, Below is a link to the Phase 1 Blended Remote Learning Plan for Waterloo Junior High School. A Frequently Asked Questions document will be shared on July 29th. All of these documents are fluid and will be updated as needed. Waterloo Junior High School Blended Remote Learning Plan Sincerely, Waterloo Junior High School READ MORE >

School Supplies - School ToolboxWant a quick and easy way to do back to school shopping? School Toolbox gives you everything you need in one simple stop! Visit the link below to purchase. Please allow 10 days for shipping.https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=107110 READ MORE >

WJHS Distinguished Chorus MembersThe following WJHS Chorus members have been honored for their contributions to our ensembles during the 2019-2020 school year. Through their performances in class, at concerts and contests, they have shown that they are willing to step into the spotlight and perform to the best of their abilities. Through their attitudes and... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following students on being recognized as Students of Character for 4th quarter. Even though we couldn't have a school-wide assembly to recognize them, we still made sure to deliver their medals and certificates! Ava Rau - Ms. Hitpas Not many people even realized that Ava shaved her head in March right before we dismissed in support... READ MORE >

Arbor Day Shirts Before we left to begin remote learning, the 8th grade students had been working on a project for Arbor Day in collaboration with the City of Waterloo and SPPS. The winning artwork displayed on the front of the shirt was drawn by our own WJHS artist, Samantha Van Eck. The back of the shirt features SPPS artwork by Avery Tretter. Special thanks... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajita or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Broccoli and Apple ************************************************************************************ Jr. High Girl’s bowling team competed at the 2020 SIJHSBC Girls Singles Tournament at St Clair Bowling in Fairview Heights. Conference awards were presented and the Girl’s Junior Varsity team... READ MORE >

Read Across America Spirit WeekMarch 2nd - March 6thMonday, March 2: Reading gets you a”head” - Wear your favorite hat. Tuesday, March 3: Books can take you anywhere!- Wear your favorite vacation gear. Wednesday, March 4: “Just one more page before I sleep…”- Pajama dayThursday, March 5: “Reading keeps you on your toes!”- Crazy Sock day Friday, March 6:... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli or Turkey Deli on Flatbread Cooked Carrots & Orange Slices ************************************************************************************ The Science Club will meet today after school. Wear White to the volleyball game tonight. Rides should be here by 6:30. Yearbook will meet... READ MORE >

We will be having a Pajama Day on Thursday, February 27th. Cost is $1 and all money raised will go to the House of Neighborly Service. READ MORE >

Menu: Burgers or Mini Corn Dogs Broccoli & Apple Slices ************************************************************************************ The Science Club will meet tomorrow after school. Yearbook will meet on Wednesday. Track Tryouts will be on March 9, 10, 11 & 12. If you are wanting to tryout, please see the nurse to... READ MORE >

Menu: BBQ Pork Sandwich or French Bread Pizza Potato Wedges & Peaches ************************************************************************************ There will be a meeting today during study hall in the north gym for any 8th grader interested in trying out for cheerleading. Saturday there will be a Workout Fundraiser for... READ MORE >

Menu: Chicken Fajita or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Green Beans And Sidekick Slushies ************************************************************************************ There will be an informational meeting for any 6th or 7th grader interested in trying out for the cheerleading squad next year... READ MORE >

Menu: Taco Salad or Turkey Deli w/ Sun Chips Grapes & Refried Beans ************************************************************************************ There is no yearbook meeting this week or next week. The next yearbook meeting will be Wednesday, February 26th. Elsa Shirt Orders are due Friday. Scholar Bowl should... READ MORE >

Menu: Chicken Alfredo or Pepperoni Pizza Corn & Pears ************************************************************************************ There is no yearbook meeting this week or next week. The next yearbook meeting will be Wednesday, February 26th. Elsa Shirt Orders are due Friday. The next Stories and Slices book club... READ MORE >

WJHS Spelling BeeCongratulations to Jed Zdroj for being the 2020 WJHS Spelling Bee champion! Jed is in 6th grade.Jed will be joined at the regional spelling bee by Samantha Juelfs, who is also in 6th grade. Samantha finished 2nd overall.Jaden Juenger was the 7th grade winner and Billy Griffin was the 8th grade winner. Congratulations! All participants did a... READ MORE >

Menu: Walking Taco or Turkey Deli Refried Beans & Peach Cup ************************************************************************************ REMINDER - FRIDAY IS THE LAST DAY TO PLACE A YEARBOOK ORDER IF YOU WANT TO PERSONALIZE YOUR BOOK. ALSO, THE PRICE GOES UP BY $5 IF YOUR ORDER IS NOT PLACED BY FRIDAY. Bring your coat... READ MORE >

Menu: Taco Soup w/ ½ Peanut Butter Sandwich or Cheese Pizza Celery w/ Peanut Butter & Grapes ************************************************************************************ Students- If you have not yet ordered a yearbook you should have received a reminder note from your study hall teacher. Yearbooks... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajita or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Corn & Mandarin Oranges ************************************************************************************ Science Club will meet today after school. Students- If you have not yet ordered a yearbook you should have received a reminder note from your study hall teacher.... READ MORE >

Menu: Rotini w/ Meat Sauce & Breadsticks or Stuffed Crust Pizza Garden Salad & Applesauce ************************************************************************************ Until further notice, there will be no football during 6th grade recess. Bring your coat with you to lunch, we will be... READ MORE >

Menu: Pulled Pork Nachos or Turkey Deli or Baked Beans & Grapes ************************************************************************************ Until further notice, there will be no football during 6th grade recess. Bring your coat with you to lunch, we will be going outside. An island with buried treasure? Not this... READ MORE >

Menu: BBQ Riblet or Crispitos or Tator & Apples ************************************************************************************ Until further notice, there will be no football during 6th grade recess. Bring your coat with you to lunch, we will be going outside. An island with buried treasure? Not this year. Someone... READ MORE >

Menu: Pizza Hut Pizza or Soft Taco Carrots w/ Ranch & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Until further notice, there will be no football during 6th grade recess. It is not too late to sign up for Stories and Slices. If you want an opportunity to Skype with the... READ MORE >

Menu: Pork Roast Dinner or Cheese Pizza Corn & Strawberries ************************************************************************************ Until further notice, there will be no football during 6th grade recess. Yearbook staff will meet today after school until 4. Staff, please check the Google Classroom page for... READ MORE >

Menu: Deluxe Hamburger or Popcorn Chicken Baked Beans & Pineapple ************************************************************************************ Congratulations to the cheerleading squad for placing 2nd at the ICCA Championships in Springfield this weekend out of 16 teams. Great job ladies!! Stories and Slices will be... READ MORE >

Menu: Chili w/ ½ Peanut Butter Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza Celery w/ Peanut Butter & Pears ************************************************************************************ Well done to the chess team for earning their first victory last night. Individual winners were Brady Karsten,... READ MORE >

Menu: Gourmet Burger or Chicken Strips Sweet Potato Fries Peaches ************************************************************************************ Any 6th grade girl trying out for volleyball today should leave Study Hall at 2:35 and meet Coach Garrett in the main gym before loading the buses.Tryouts will be at Gardner from 3:15-5:15. 7th & 8th grade... READ MORE >

Congratulations to our 2nd Quarter Students of Character!Chase Wagenknecht - Mr. FlickSydney Nonn - Mrs. Miller Cecelia Czerniejewski - Mrs. Harsey Aidan Sensel - Mr. Toennies Chris Pete - Mr. DuncanKaydence Myers - Mrs. Miller Ben Newell - Mr. Vogel Carson Springer - Mrs. SykoraKatelyn Hodge - Mrs. Kurth READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli, Ham Deli, Carrots w/ranch Applesauce ************************************************************************************ 6th grade volleyball tryouts are cancelled for this week and will be rescheduled for Jan 6, 7, and 8th. Be looking for a handout with this information coming soon. 6th, 7th, and 8th grade bowling is starting soon.... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli, Ham Deli, Carrots w/ranch Applesauce ************************************************************************************ 6th grade volleyball tryouts are cancelled for this week and will be rescheduled for Jan 6, 7, and 8th. Be looking for a handout with this information coming soon. 6th, 7th, and 8th grade bowling is starting soon.... READ MORE >

Menu: Rotini w/ Meat Sauce or Pizza Hut Pizza & Pasta House Salad & Peaches ************************************************************************************ WSA Jr. High Bowling Program will be taking sign-ups from December 13 thru January 14 for the 2020 bowling season. If you are interested in WSA Bowling, pick up a flyer from Mr. Beck 9th hour. 6th... READ MORE >

Menu: Macho Nacho or Turkey Deli Refried Beans & Pineapple ************************************************************************************ Student Council will be selling suckers this week before school to send to your friends or send to yourself! What a fantastic way to show holiday cheer! Suckers will be sold for $1 and will be delivered during the... READ MORE >

Menu: Salisbury Steak Dinner or Pepperoni Pizza Corn & Sidekick Slushie ************************************************************************************ Student Council will be selling suckers this week before school to send to your friends or send to yourself! What a fantastic way to show holiday cheer! Suckers will be sold for $1 and will be delivered... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajita or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Green Beans & Mandarin Oranges ************************************************************************************ Student Council will be selling suckers Tuesday-Friday before school to send to your friends or send to yourself! What a fantastic way to show holiday cheer! Suckers... READ MORE >

Menu: Cheeseburger or Mini Corn Dogs Apple Slices & Sweet Potato Fries ************************************************************************************ There will be a Student Council meeting today after school in the Cafeteria. Student Council will be selling suckers Tuesday-Friday before school to send to your friends or send to yourself! What a... READ MORE >

Menu: Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce or Pepperoni Calzones Garden Salad & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Please wish Mrs Moore and Mrs Rau good luck this weekend as they join the Elsa’s St Jude team and run. As a team they have raised almost $9,000 to donate to St... READ MORE >

Menu: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich or French Bread Pizza Fries & Pears ************************************************************************************ The next chess club meeting will be after school on Thursday in the library. If you have questions, please see Mr. Mayer. The Waterloo Optimist Club will be hosting a Jr. Bowling League for any child ages... READ MORE >

Menu: Bosco Stix w/ Meat Sauce or Turkey Wrap Oranges & Celery w/ Peanut Butter ************************************************************************************ Yearbook Staff - Check the Google Classroom page to see if you should attend tomorrow's meeting! The next chess club meeting will be after school on Thursday in... READ MORE >

Menu: No Lunch - Half Day ************************************************************************************ Enjoy your Thanksgiving Break!!! Students, as a reminder, phones are NOT allowed to be carried with you throughout the day. They must be in your locker and only used between classes. Student Council shirt orders are due today. There will... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli or Ham Deli Applesauce & Green Beans ************************************************************************************ Wear your Hawiian attire tonight to the Boys Basketball game. 7th Grade will play at 6:00 and 8th Grade will at 7:00 Science Club will meet today after school. Students, as a reminder, phones are NOT allowed to... READ MORE >

Menu: Delux Hamburger or Chicken Sandwich on Bun Fries & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Dress in Camo for the Girls Home Basketball GameTonight. 7th Grade will play at 6:00. Science Club will meet tomorrow after school. All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. ... READ MORE >

Menu: Walking Taco or Turkey Deli Refried Beans & Pineapple ************************************************************************************ All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. Students, as a reminder, phones are NOT allowed to be carried with you throughout the day. They must be in your locker and only used between... READ MORE >

Menu: Turkey Roast Dinner or Cheese Pizza Corn & Grapes ************************************************************************************ All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. Anyone who would like to join the chess club is invited to attend a meeting after school on Thursday in the library. We will be playing a few matches... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajita or Hot Ham and Cheese on Pretzel Bun Green Beans & Madarain ************************************************************************************ All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. "If you signed up for the Stories and Slices Skype session, please check in with your study hall teacher and come... READ MORE >

Menu: Cheeseburger or Mini Corn Dogs Apple Slices & Sweet Potato Fries ************************************************************************************ All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. Student Council will meet after school today in the cafeteria. Stories and Slices has been postponed tomorrow during study hall. We... READ MORE >

Menu: Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce & Breadsticks or Stuffed Crust Pizza Garden Salad & Peaches ************************************************************************************ All hats and hoods should be removed when entering the building. 8th Grade Student Council members should meet in the cafeteria at the beginning of... READ MORE >

Menu: Pulled Pork Nachos or Turkey Deli Baked Beans & Grapes ************************************************************************************ Stories and Slices has been postponed to next Tuesday during study hall. We will be Skyping with author Veera Hiranandani. You still have time to sign up in the library if you are interested." Student Council... READ MORE >

Menu: Hot Dog or Fish Sandwich Fries & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Have you noticed the hydroponic tower by the nurses's office? The tower garden is a vertical hydroponic plant growth system. Vertical hydroponic gardens/farms are being research as options to produce more food in a smaller... READ MORE >

Menu: Pizza Hut Pizza or Soft Tacos Pears & Carrots with Ranch ************************************************************************************ 7th and 8th Grade students - There will be Scholar Bowl Tryouts after school today in the Art Room. See Mrs. Rau or Mr. Toennies for more information. Attention all readers, have we got an opportunity for you!... READ MORE >

Menu: Chili w/ ½ Peanut Butter Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza Celery w/ Peanut Butter & Grapes ************************************************************************************ Picture Retake Day is today. If you are wanting retakes, please return your photo pack directly to the photographer. 7th and 8th Grade students - There will be... READ MORE >

Menu: Bosco Stix w/ Meat Sauce or Turkey Wrap Oranges & Garden Salad ************************************************************************************ Picture Retake Day is tomorrow. If you are wanting retakes, please return your photo pack directly to the photographer. 7th and 8th Grade students - There will be Scholar Bowl Tryouts after school on... READ MORE >

Menu: Delux Hamburger or Popcorn Chicken Baked Beans & Fresh Apples ************************************************************************************ Basketball Game Expectations: +Students should be here no earlier than a half an hour before game time. +Once here, you MUST remain here. +If you leave, you can NOT come back. +Students need to stay in the... READ MORE >

Menu: Walking Taco or Turkey Deli Pears & Refried Beans ************************************************************************************ Book Fair is in the Library this week. Students can go to the Book Fair during Lunch, Study Hall or after school until 3:30 7th and 8th Grade students - There will be Scholar Bowl Tryouts after school on Thursday,... READ MORE >

Menu: Pork Roast Dinner or Cheese Pizza Corn & Strawberries ************************************************************************************ Book Fair is in the Library this week. Students can go to the Book Fair during Lunch, Study Hall or after school until 3:30 7th and 8th Grade students - There will be Scholar Bowl Tryouts after school on Thursday,... READ MORE >

WJHS Book FairOctober 28-November 1 NEW In-School and Online Shopping Options! With Book Fair eWallet, a safe and convenient digital payment account, your student can shop the Fair cash-free! And if you’re not able to attend the Fair, try our new online shopping option. We’ve partnered with The Scholastic Store™ to offer over 6,000 products that ship... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli or Turkey Deli on Flat Bread Oranges & Celery w/ Peanut Butter ************************************************************************************ Book Fair is in the Library this week. Students can go to the Book Fair during Lunch, Study Hall or after school until 3:30 7th and 8th Grade... READ MORE >

Menu: Sloppy Joe or Chicken O’s Sweet Potato Fries & Fresh Apples ************************************************************************************ "Today is the first day of Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. It brings millions of people together to raise awareness regarding the need for... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Noodle Soup w/ Grilled Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza Celery w/ Ranch And Peaches ************************************************************************************ NO SCHOOL-THURSDAY OR FRIDAY. Yearbook staff will meet this week on Wednesday, October 23rd from 3:10-4:00. Please have your rides here at 4 READ MORE >

Parents/Guardians, Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 24th from 12:00pm – 8:00pm and Friday, October 25th from 8:00am – 12:00pm. We will be using Skyward Family Access to make Parent-Teacher Conference appointments this year. Parents and guardians are able to make an appointment with each of their students’ teachers by signing up online... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajita or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Strawberries & Green Beans ************************************************************************************ No Band Lessons Today. Cross Country will have an end of year party today during SH in the Cafe. Uniforms will be turned in today. 6th Grade Girls... READ MORE >

Menu: Beef Sliders or Cherry Blossom Chix Stir Fry Veggies & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Homework Help will be after school today in the Library. Student Council will be hosting an Ice Cream Social after school today. Bring $1 for a bowl of ice cream. Rides should be here at 3:45. 6th... READ MORE >

Menu: Rotini w/ Meatsauce & Breadstix or Fish Sandwich Pasta House Salad Peaches ************************************************************************************ The Halloween dance will be held in the NORTH Gym tonight. Tickets will be on sale at the door for $5 - No Masks are allowed. If you have been in In-School or Out-of-School... READ MORE >

Menu: Chicken Alfredo or Cheese Pizza Green Beans & Bananas ************************************************************************************ Tickets for the Halloween dance on Friday will be on sale this week before school and at the door. Cost is $5 - No Masks are allowed. Dance tickets will be on sale in the morning at the 6th grade end. 8th Grade... READ MORE >

Menu: Cheeseburger or Chicken & Waffles Baked Beans Apple Slices ************************************************************************************ Tickets for the Halloween dance on Friday will be on sale this week before school and at the door. Cost is $5 - No Masks are allowed. Boys Basketball Tryouts - 7th October 15, 16 & 17 (3:15-5) @... READ MORE >

Menu: Macho Nacho or Turkey Deli Pears & Refried Beans ************************************************************************************ The WHS Volleyball Team is hosting its annual Dig Pink game tonight against Gibault. The Freshman/Sophomore team begins at 4:30, followed by JV, and then Varsity. There will be food, a silent auction, 50/50 drawing,... READ MORE >

Menu: Taco Soup w/ ½ Peanut Butter Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza Celery w/ Peanut Butter & Strawberries ************************************************************************************ Tickets will be on sale next week for the Halloween Dance 6pm to 8pm. Cost is $5 Boys Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - October 7, 8, 9 & 10... READ MORE >

Menu: Bosco Stix or Turkey Wrap Oranges & Steamed Carrots ************************************************************************************ Girls Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - Monday & Tuesday (3:15-5:15) @ Rogers 7th & 8th Grade - Monday & Tuesday (3:15-5:30) @ WJHS Boys Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - October 7, 8, 9 & 10 (3:15-4:45) @... READ MORE >

Menu: Burgers or Popcorn Chicken Fries & Fresh Apples ************************************************************************************ Girls Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - Monday & Tuesday (3:15-5:15) @ Rogers 7th & 8th Grade - Monday & Tuesday (3:15-5:30) @ WJHS Boys Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - October 7, 8, 9 & 10 (3:15-5:00) @ Gardner 7th... READ MORE >

Menu: Cheese Lasagna Rollup or PIZZA HUT Pizza Garden Salad & Pineapple ************************************************************************************ Girls Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - Monday (3:15-5) @ Rogers 7th & 8th Grade - Monday (3:15-5:30) @ WJHS Boys Basketball Tryouts - 6th Grade - October 7, 8 & 9 (3:15-5:00) @ Gardner 7th & 8th... READ MORE >

Menu: Taco Salad or Turkey Deli w/ Sunchips Mixed Berry Cups & Refried Beans ************************************************************************************ Phones should be in your locker during lunch. The library will be closed during study hall today. Wear your Bulldog gear on Friday to show your Bulldog pride. Girls... READ MORE >

Menu: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich or French Bread Pizza Tater Tots & Peaches ************************************************************************************ Chorus shirts will be available during Study Hall today in the Chorus Room. Wear Cardinal gear tomorrow for the first playoff game of the season. Then... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli or Ham Deli Orange Slice & Green Beans ************************************************************************************ Students need to remain on the sidewalks when heading into the building. Students should NOT be in the grass or landscaping. All students should be in the gym or cafe in the morning. Band instruments and sports... READ MORE >

Menu: Delux Hamburger or Grilled Chicken Fillet Sandwich French Fries & Fresh Apple Slices ************************************************************************************ Student Council will meet in the library from 3:15-4:00. See Mr. Mayer if you have any questions! Students need to remain on the sidewalks when heading into the... READ MORE >

Menu: Hotdog on Bun or Fish Sandwich Pasta House Salad & Applesauce ************************************************************************************ Students need to remain on the sidewalks when heading into the building. Students should NOT be in the grass or landscaping. All students should be in the gym or cafe in the morning. Band instruments... READ MORE >

Menu: Pulled Pork Nachos or Turkey Deli Chilled Pears & Baked Beans ************************************************************************************ Students need to remain on the sidewalks when heading into the building. Students should NOT be in the grass or landscaping. All students should be in the gym or cafe in the morning. Band instruments... READ MORE >

Menu: Salisbury Steak Dinner or Pepperoni Pizza Mashed Potatoes & Peach Cup ************************************************************************************ Please use the Plastic and Aluminum Recycling Bins that have been placed in the hallways. All students should be in the gym or cafe in the morning. Band instruments and sports equipment should be... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Fajitas or Hot Ham & Cheese on Pretzel Bun Orange Slices & Green Beans ************************************************************************************ All students should be in the gym or cafe in the morning. Band instruments and sports equipment should be dropped off after the first bell. Science Club will... READ MORE >

Menu: Beef Slider or Cherry Blossoms Chix Stir Fry Veggies & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Science Club will meet tomorrow after school from 3:05-4:05. Tryouts for 7th and 8th grade girls basketball will be held Monday, October 7. A current physical must be on file in order to... READ MORE >

Menu: Rotini with Meat Sauce & Breadstix or Pepperoni Calzone Garden Salad & Peach Cup ************************************************************************************ Student Council applicants--please check your school email Friday at 3:15 to see if you made Student Council. We had over 60 qualified applicants, so... READ MORE >

Menu: Pizza Hut Pizza or Soft Taco Carrots w/ Ranch & SideKick Slushie ************************************************************************************ Student Council applicants--please check your school email Friday at 3:15 to see if you made Student Council. We had over 60 qualified applicants, so please try again next year if you were not selected!... READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Noodle Soup with Grilled Cheese Sandwich or Cheese Pizza Celery w/ Ranch & Banana ************************************************************************************ Students interested in being part of the yearbook staff, please pick up an application. The yearbook staff works together to create the school’s... READ MORE >

Menu: Bosco Stix or Meat Sauce or Turkey Deli on Flat Bread Corn with Orange Smiles ************************************************************************************ There will be an information meeting on Wednesday, September 18 during Study Hall for any girl interested in trying out for basketball. Tryouts will be held... READ MORE >

Menu: Cheeseburger or Mini Corn Dogs Apple Slices & Baked Beans ************************************************************************************ There will be an information meeting on Wednesday, September 18 during Study Hall for any girl interested in trying out for basketball. Tryouts will be held Monday, October 7 for 7th and 8th grade. A current... READ MORE >

Menu: NO LUNCH - HALF-DAY ************************************************************************************ Interested in helping out in the library? If so, the WJHS Library Advisory Council might be for you. Tasks will include shelving, reorganizing, and checking in books, assisting with book fairs, creating decorations and displays, attending book... READ MORE >

Menu: Walking Taco or Turkey Deli Refried Beans and Peach Cup ************************************************************************************ Interested in helping out in the library? If so, the WJHS Library Advisory Council might be for you. Tasks will include shelving, reorganizing, and checking in books, assisting with book fairs, creating... READ MORE >

Menu: Chili with ½ Peanut Butter Sandwich or Pepperoni Pizza Celery w/ Peanut Butter & Applesauce ************************************************************************************ Come support the Waterloo School District by participating in the 4th Annual Bulldog Color Run/Walk on September 28, 2019. The race starts at 5:30pm... READ MORE >

Menu: Toasted Ravioli or Ham & Cheese Deli Oranges & Steamed Broccoli ************************************************************************************ Come support the Waterloo School District by participating in the 4th Annual Bulldog Color Run/Walk on September 28, 2019. The race starts at 5:30pm at the Gardner Soccer Fields. Registration forms can... READ MORE >

Menu: Delux Hamburger or Chicken Nuggets French Fries & Fresh Apple Slices ************************************************************************************ Last Call for fundraising forms, please turn them into the office today. Locks are in - If you need one, stop by the office. Come support the Waterloo School District by participating in the 4th... READ MORE >

Menu: Pizza Hut Cheese Pizza or Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce & Breadstix Garden Salad & ************************************************************************************ Locks are in - If you need one, stop by the office. Are you interested in helping to plan dances, fund raise for our school, and make WJHS an all-around better place?... READ MORE >

Menu: Turkey Deli w/ Sunchips or Taco Salad Refried Beans & Grapes ************************************************************************************ Last Call for fundraising forms, please turn them into the office today. Locks are in - If you need one, stop by the office. Are you interested in helping to plan dances, fund raise for our school, and... READ MORE >

Menu: BBQ Riblet or Buffalo Chix Pizza Green Beans & Applesauce ************************************************************************************ Last Call for fundraising forms, please turn them into the office today. Locks are in - If you need one, stop by the office. Are you interested in helping to plan dances, fund raise for our school, and... READ MORE >

4th Annual Bulldog Color Run Come support the Waterloo School District by participating in the Bulldog Color Run/Walk on September 28, 2019. The race starts at 5:30pm at the Gardner Soccer Fields. Registration forms can be printed here or can be found in any of the school offices. Fees may be paid by check, cash, or online here. Please issue checks to WCUSD5... READ MORE >

WJHS Picture Day Thursday, September 5th Mark your calendars! Picture day for Waterloo Junior High School is Thursday, September 5th. Students will receive an order form from their study hall teacher that can be turned in on picture day. If you'd like to order online, visit: mylifetouch.com and enter the code EVTDVMSHV. READ MORE >

Menu: Meatloaf Burger or Chix Strips Apple Slices & Tater Tots ************************************************************************************ Are you interested in helping to plan dances, fund raise for our school, and make WJHS an all-around better place? Pick up a Student Council application from Mrs. Meyers in Room 116 or Mr. Mayer in the... READ MORE >

Menu: Macho Nacho or Turkey Deli refried Beans and Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Tomorrow is a half-day. Bus students will be released at 11:15 and town at 11:20. Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office tomorrow. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

Menu: Mini Corn Dogs or Ham & Cheese Deli Carrots & Peach Cup ************************************************************************************ Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

Menu: Hamburger on Bun or Chix Patty on Bun French Fries & Apples Slices ************************************************************************************ Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

Menu: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or French Bread Pizza Pasta House Salad & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

Menu: Soft Taco or Turkey Deli Refried Beans & Pears ************************************************************************************ Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

Menu: Chix Alfredo Pasta or Cheese Pizza Steamed Carrots and Sidekick Slushie ************************************************************************************ No Cross Country practice today. The Cross Country team online store closes Thursday night. Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is... READ MORE >

Menu: Bosco Stix or Ham & Cheese Deli Green Beans & Applesauce ************************************************************************************ Fundraiser forms should be turned into the office by Friday, August 30. Picture day is September 5. READ MORE >

WJHS Fundraiser Waterloo Tumblers (& other designs) We have officially kicked off our fundraiser for the 2019-2020 school year! Funds raised will be used to increase technology in classrooms and support student incentives. All money and order forms are due on or before August 30th. Students will be coming home with a packet today, or you can view an... READ MORE >

Today: Thursday, August 15, 2019 The weather for today: Sunny with a high of 83 Menu: Taco Salad or Turkey Deli Refried Beans & Mixed Fruit ************************************************************************************ Welcome Back!!! If you are interested in participating in Cross Country, meet in the gym after school today. Practice... READ MORE >

Good afternoon parents & students! The WJHS staff is very excited to get the 2019-20 school year underway! I just wanted to share some information about the beginning of school and some changes that we have made this year. 1. Supply Drop- Just a reminder that supply drop will be Tuesday, August 13 from 6:00-7:30. Students and parents will have... READ MORE >

Box Tops are going digital! Click here for answers to frequently asked questions! App Store Download Google Play Download READ MORE >

Online registration opens July 1st! Walk-in registration is July 8th from 11am-4pm and 5pm-7pm. Click here for additional registration information. READ MORE >

It's Everything Waterloo, in your pocket. We’re thrilled to announce Waterloo CUSD 5, IL’s new app! It’s everything Waterloo, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access events, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2FLd9I4 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2FNBSeO. READ MORE >

School supply lists for the 2019-2020 school year can be found here. If you'd like to order online and have your supplies delivered directly to your house, please visit: https://www.schooltoolbox.com/ and search for Waterloo Junior High School. READ MORE >

Registration for summer athletic camps is now open! Dates and registration forms can be found HERE. READ MORE >