Dear Country Meadows Families,
I hope this message finds you well and filled with excitement for the start of a fantastic school year!
On Wednesday, we had an amazing assembly where we showcased the incredible PRO (People Respecting Others) community that thrives within our school. The energy and enthusiasm in the room were absolutely contagious!
During the assembly, we introduced our School House Colors, which are an exciting way for our students to get involved and show their school spirit. I encourage you to ask your child about their school house color and join in the fun.
In addition, we introduced the concept of Cub Community Buddies. This is designed to foster connections and friendships among our students, ensuring that everyone feels supported and welcomed. It's a fantastic way for our young learners to connect with others across grade levels.
Lastly, we unveiled the concept of earning the Paws. Golden Paws are awarded to classes that excel in demonstrating our school-wide expectations as a team. Blue Paws recognize individuals following expectations, while Green Paws are for our students who exhibit exemplary behavior on the school bus.
Our aim is to strengthen our school-wide expectations and create a greater sense of belonging here at Country Meadows. We believe that by coming together as a PRO community, we can achieve great things and make this school year truly memorable.
So, please take a moment to chat with your child about their school house color, their Cub Community Buddy classroom, and how they can earn those coveted Paws. Let's continue to build a thriving and connected school community where every child feels valued and supported.
Thank you for being an essential part of our wonderful Country Meadows family. Here's to a year filled with growth, friendship, and success!
With enthusiasm and warm regards,
Aska Lempke
Principal
Important September Dates
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Monday, September 4 - No School - District Holiday
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Tuesday, September 19 - Early Release Day
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Monday, September 25 - No School - District Holiday
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Friday, September 29 - Cub Crawl at Country Meadows
NEW *Fall MAP Reports*
Fall MAP Reports will be sent home on Tuesday, September 12.
NEW *Student iPads*
Students use their iPads each day at school. Please ensure that your child is charging their iPad each night so they are prepared for the learning activities they will be engaging in the following day. Thank you for your help and support at home.
REPEAT *Erin’s Law
An Illinois law known as Erin’s Law requires schools to implement an age-appropriate sexual assault and abuse awareness/prevention curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96 researched and observed best practices and programs for delivering this instruction, selecting Be Seen & Heard ©. For more information about this presentation please go to www.victorpacini.com/peace-of-mind-2
This developmentally appropriate and interactive program focuses on teaching children skills to keep them safe from danger or abuse. Concepts discussed will include distinguishing safe from unsafe touches, safety rules at home and school, saying NO, safe/unsafe secrets, and telling a trusted adult, as well as reinforcing that an adult’s touching him or her is not the child’s fault.
Opt-Out Procedures
The presentation to Country Meadows students will be during the school day on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. If you prefer that your child does not attend this prevention education session, please submit your written request or your questions to [email protected].
REPEAT *Daily Snack*
Students have a daily snack time in their classroom. Please send your child with a snack from the safe snack list each day.
Approved Safe Snack List - Click Here
REPEAT *Changes to Dismissal Plans*
Please contact the school office by noon in the event that your dismissal plans change. Your child will be at the designated dismissal location unless the school is notified in accordance with the above. Please notify the office in writing in accordance with the district handbook. Please see Section 9.4 in the Parent/Student Handbook regarding permission for students to ride other buses, as in most cases, this is not allowed.