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THE WEEK AHEAD:
MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing in reading and math for kindergartners begins Jan. 9 and continues through Jan. 20
Mon., Jan. 9:
Developing our community cultural competency - All D96 parents welcome!
7 p.m., Twin Groves Middle School, 2600 n. Buffalo Grove Rd., BG
Tues., Jan. 10:
Parent Network Conversation
9 - 10:15 a.m., Sunset Foods 2nd-floor Community Room, Rt. 83 and Aptakisic Rd., Long Grove
Kindergarten Registration Night for 2017–18 (OR register Wed., Jan. 18, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
Prove residency and begin the registration process for your 2017-18 kindergartner MORE INFO
Willow Grove Early Learning Center, 777 Checker Dr., BG, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
(Children must be 5 years old by Sept. 1 to attend kindergarten.)
Note: A second Kindergarten Registration Night will be held Wed., Jan. 18, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Willow Grove.
WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST? WHAT’S FOR LUNCH?
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BECOME A CULTURAL INFORMANT - This Mon., Jan. 9!
The ability to communicate and work effectively across cultures is a life skill our students will need in their 21st-century global workplace. As educators and parents preparing children to succeed, developing cultural competency–the ability to acknowledge and navigate differences in individuals’ world views effectively and with sensitivity–is increasingly important.
We can do this together.
All interested District 96 parents are invited to join us Mon., Jan. 9, 2017, at 7 p.m. in the Twin Groves Middle School Learning Center, 2600 Buffalo Grove Rd., BG, for important work: Become a cultural informant, helping to plan and incorporate cultural relevance into District 96 programs and practices. Listen, learn, and participate in leader-led activities with our diverse and representative group of stakeholders.
Questions? Call 847.459.4260, ext. 8022.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION TAKEN TUES., JAN. 10, & WED., JAN. 18
Parents of 2017–18 kindergartners, take note:
Register for 2017-18 Kindergarten on January 10 OR January 18
Register at Willow Grove School, 777 Checker Dr., Buffalo Grove on:
Tues., Jan. 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m. OR Wed., Jan. 18, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Parents of incoming kindergartners will be requested to prove residency with required documents and District forms and to complete an online preregistration form.
Required documents:
• monthly mortgage or lease statement or property tax bill AND
• current utility bill AND
• child’s birth certificate, passport, or visa AND
• enrollment forms (3) MORE INFO
Parents who preregister at Willow Grove Jan. 10 OR Jan. 18 OR on a weekday Jan. 19 - Jan. 31 will receive a free Willow Grove T-shirt for their incoming 2017–18 kindergartner!
Questions? Call 847.459.4260, ext. 8022, or send email to [email protected]
A CALENDAR ADDITION FOR PARENTS OF CURRENT 5th GRADERS
Save the Date!
The “Transitioning to Middle School” program/Q&A is Mon., Apr. 10, 7 p.m., at Twin Groves Middle School for ALL D96 parents of 5th graders. Presented in collaboration with the District 96 Parent-to-Parent Network, Twin Groves Principal Jessica Barnes and Woodlawn Principal Greg Grana will discuss academics, extracurricular opportunities, the middle schooler’s day, the transition to middle school, and more. NOTE: This program will be at Twin Groves Middle School, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., BG, for ALL current 5th graders’ parents whose students attend Country Meadows, Ivy Hall, Kildeer, or Prairie Schools.
ILLINOIS 5ESSENTIALS PARENT SURVEY Please don't delay. Survey closes Jan. 16.
Parents, please take time to participate in the statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey–your opportunity to join our teachers and our middle school students in having a voice in improving our schools. CLICK HERE, then select Parent Survey and follow instructions. MORE INFO/FAQs
BAND & ORCHESTRA BOOSTER NEWS
• Booster Fundraiser: Thurs., Jan. 19, 2017, 11 AM – 7 PM
Chick-fil-A Kildeer, 20429 N. Rand Rd., Kildeer
Chick-fil-A will donate a percentage of sales from 11 AM – 7 PM on Thurs., Jan. 19, to the District 96 Band & Orchestra Boosters. FLYER
• Call for Volunteers
District 96 is hosting the 2017 IGSMA (Illinois Grade School Music Association) Solo & Ensemble Contest, bringing hundreds of band, orchestra, and choral students from middle and elementary schools across Lake County to perform a musical piece for a judge. Many D96 students will be performing at this event Sat., Feb. 4, from 8 a.m.–4 p.m., at Woodlawn Middle School, 6362 Gilmer Rd., Long Grove.
We are still in need of volunteers to work shifts as room monitors, parking assistants, contest office, concession sales, and event set-up and take-down, as well as cooks for a potluck luncheon for contest judges. Even 2 hours of your time will be much appreciated! Your student does not need to participate in IGSMA for you to volunteer. High school students are also encouraged to volunteer, and their service hours will be recognized. If you are interested–but unsure of your schedule for that day–please enter your name, e-mail address, and job preference in the General Volunteer Sign Up slot on our Sign-Up Genius webpage. You will be contacted closer to the date asking if you are able to fill any remaining slots available. Click on the link to be directed to our Sign-Up Genius webpage to sign up for all the specific jobs and shifts/times you can work.
COMMUNITY NEWS - Find many new opportunities...
Learn about programs, activities, and more in the VIRTUAL BACKPACK, including:
Buffalo Grove Park District After-School Enrichment Winter Session – NEW!
Long Grove Park District Winter/Spring Programs – NEW
Consortium 125 Choral Concert–1/9/17 – NEW
Consortium 125 Orchestra Concert–1/11/17 – NEW
Consortium 125 Band Concert–1/17/17 – NEW
Why do they act that way? Parenting pre-teens & teens (Dr. David Walsh)– 2/8 & 2/9
Long Grove Park District Family Book Club – 1/30/17
The Center for Gifted Winter Programs
Northwest Special Recreation Association Winter Programs
The next issue of E-NEWS 96 will be Fri., Jan. 13, 2017.