Tefft
Middle School
Home of the Trojans!Mission
Here at Tefft we strive to offer students the opportunity to explore a variety of experiences that will help them in their progress from dependence to independence. To meet the needs and diversity of our students, Tefft provides an educational program that encourages intellectual, physical, social and psychological growth to the learner's maximum ability.
Important Message from Tefft Principal
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Tefft Middle School Principal Search
Mensaje en español se encuentra abajo.
An important message about Tefft Middle School Principal
Dear Tefft Middle School Staff and Parents,
As you know, Tefft Middle School Principal Dr. Luis Fernando De León will not return for the 2023-24 school year. During his tenure, Dr. De León has positively impacted the Tefft Middle School staff, students, and community, and I do not doubt that you will miss him as your principal. Dr. De León will continue to work to ensure there is a strong end to the school year and that the next principal of Tefft Middle School is positioned to continue cultivating a strong and positive learning environment.
We have begun our search for the next Tefft Middle School principal. The principal position was posted on April 18, 2023, and we expect to select a new school leader by early June. As part of the search process, we would like to hear from you. We have an online staff survey, an online parent survey and an online student survey to please complete by 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27. The survey will ask you to provide input on the qualities you would like to see in the next principal as well as to let us know if any staff or parents willing to participate in the interview process. I look forward to partnering with the Tefft Middle School community to identify the next leader of the school. Please know that I am committed to ensuring a smooth transition with a leader that will meet the strengths and needs of Tefft Middle School.
Sincerely,
Dr. Annette Acevedo
Executive Director of Middle Schools
School District U-46
Un mensaje importante sobre el Director de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft
Estimado personal y padres de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft,
Como ustedes saben, el Director de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft, Dr. Luis Fernando De León, no regresará para el año escolar 2023-24. Durante su cargo, el Dr. De León ha tenido un impacto positivo en el personal de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft, los estudiantes y la comunidad, y no tengo ninguna duda de que lo van a extrañar como su director. El Dr. De León continuará trabajando con el objetivo de concluir el año escolar fuertemente y de que el próximo director(a) de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft esté preparado para continuar cultivando un ambiente de aprendizaje fuerte y positivo.
Hemos comenzado la búsqueda del próximo director(a) de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft. El puesto de director(a) se publicó el 18 de abril, y esperamos seleccionar un nuevo líder escolar a principios de junio. Como parte del proceso de búsqueda, nos gustaría conocer su opinión. Tenemos una encuesta en línea para el personal aquí, una encuesta en línea para los padres aquí y una encuesta en línea para los estudiantes aquí que pedimos que completen antes de las 4 p.m. del jueves, 27 de abril. En la encuesta se le pedirá su opinión sobre las cualidades que le gustaría ver en el próximo director(a), así como el interés y disponibilidad del personal y los padres en participar en el proceso de las entrevistas. Espero colaborar con la comunidad de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft para identificar al próximo líder de la escuela. Por favor, sepan que estoy comprometido a que la transición sea fácil con el líder que cumpla con las necesidades y fortalezas de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft.
Atentamente,
Dra. Annette Acevedo
Directora Ejecutiva de Escuelas Intermedias
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Message from Principal DeLeon
Mensaje en español se encuentra abajo. An important message from Principal Dr. DeLeon
Dear Tefft MS Students, Parents, and Community,
It is with sincere gratitude for the years of service to Tefft Middle School that I inform you that I will not be returning to Tefft Middle School next school year. I have accepted the position of Assistant Superintendent of Middle Schools in another school district starting with the 2023-24 school year.
I am grateful for the 17 years working alongside you in supporting our communities. Especially the past 6 years working at Tefft MS, which have been a rewarding experience as we have learned and grown together as a community. Throughout these years, we have met our ongoing goal of being better than the year before. Accordingly, I have no doubt that our community will continue moving forward.
I will continue to serve as the principal of Tefft Middle School through June 2023 and will finish the school year alongside our teams, ensuring a strong close of the year and supporting the transition of the next leader for our Tefft community.
I would like to say "Thank you” and “Gracias” for these amazing years. I have no doubt that Tefft Middle School will continue leading with all your support.
Sincerely,
Dr. Luis Fernando DeLeon
Principal
Tefft Middle School
Un mensaje importante del director Dr. DeLeon
Estimados estudiantes, padres y comunidad de la escuela Tefft,
Es con sincera gratitud por los años de servicio a la Escuela Intermedia Tefft que les informo que no regresaré a la Escuela Intermedia Tefft el próximo año escolar. Acepté el puesto de Asistente al Superintendente de Escuelas Intermedias en otro distrito escolar a partir del año escolar 2023-24.
Estoy agradecido por los 17 años trabajando junto a ustedes en apoyar a nuestras comunidades. Especialmente los últimos 6 años trabajando en la escuela Tefft, que han sido una experiencia gratificante ya que hemos aprendido y crecido juntos como comunidad. A lo largo de estos años, hemos cumplido con nuestro objetivo permanente de ser mejores que el año anterior. En consecuencia, no tengo ninguna duda de que nuestra comunidad seguirá avanzando.
Continuaré sirviendo como director de la Escuela Intermedia Tefft hasta junio de 2023 y terminaré el año escolar junto a nuestros equipos, asegurando un cierre de año sólido y apoyando la transición del próximo líder para nuestra comunidad de Tefft.
Me gustaría decir "Thank you" y "Gracias" por estos años increíbles. No tengo ninguna duda de que la Escuela Intermedia Tefft seguirá liderando con todo su apoyo.
Atentamente,
Dr. Luis Fernando DeLeon
Director
Escuela Intermedia Tefft
Helpful Links
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The U-46 Zero-Tax-Rate-Change Bond Proposal will improve our schools without changing the tax rate residents currently pay. On April 4, 2023, the referendum question asked voters for their approval to issue $179 million in school building bonds to make safety and security improvements, renovate and replace building infrastructure, add classrooms for early childhood education, improve accessibility, and construct STEM labs and classrooms. Unofficial results from the election showed approximately 62% voting in favor of the proposal. Learn more at u-46.org/bondproposal.
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Let’s Talk! is an open invitation from U-46 to submit feedback or a question directly to the U-46 staff member who can promptly respond. You'll also get a chance to offer feedback on our response.
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Online Backpack shares informational material on community activities and resources available to students and families.
Announcements
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VISITORS TO OUR SCHOOL
Visitors to our school are currently by appointment only.
Please make an appointment by calling 630-213-5535 -
SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST
Click the link to view: TMS supply list 2022-23 -
MY STOP BUS APP
School District U-46 is excited to let you know it has launched a new tool to help you track the location of your child’s school bus. The Versatrans “My Stop” app is now available on the routes of all middle school students who ride a school bus to and from school. The app launched last month with high school students and will be expanded to elementary grades in early March.
For step-by-step instructions on how to download the app to your smartphone, sign in, and navigate the app visit our My Stop webpage.
The My Stop app will let parents or guardians see, in real-time, the location of their child’s school bus, which will especially be helpful when there are weather or traffic delays.
However, the information on My Stop does not guarantee or supersede scheduled times, as computers and GPS signals may have glitches or delays. Please have your child ready and waiting at their bus stop prior to the scheduled time listed in Infinite Campus. Bus substitutions may not always be reflected.
Visit info.u-46.org/MyStop for more information. If you have questions about My Stop, please contact the Transportation Department via Let’s Talk.
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CANVAS PARENT PORTAL
Observe your child's Canvas classes. Use this link to log in or create an account.
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TEFFT PARENTS & TEACHERS of TEFFT (PTT)
We want to invite you to be part of our Parent and Teachers of Tefft (PTT).
PTT provides multiple opportunities for parents to work with our students, teachers, and support staff.
We meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Child care will be provided during meeting times. Please fill out the Google Form below if you are interested in participating: PTT Form.
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INFINITE CAMPUS
Keep up to date with your student’s attendance and grades by signing up for Infinite Campus. To activate your campus portal, look under the "families" heading and click on
Infinite Campus.