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THE WEEK AHEAD:
May 7 – 11
Staff Appreciation Week
May 9:
Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Testing ends
WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST? WHAT’S FOR LUNCH?
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STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK – May 7 – 11
Is there a teacher, support staff member, or administrator who has made a positive difference for your child or you this school year? Take a moment to send that individual a brief note or email. Your thoughtful feedback will be appreciated. STAFF EMAIL DIRECTORY
DISTRICT 96 FRIENDS & ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO STEVENSON CLASS OF 2018 STUDENTS
The Marc Spivak Service Scholarship, honoring former District 96 Board of Education President Marc Spivak, recognizes former District 96 students for whom service is a passion. District 96 alumni Kaily Chow (Woodlawn) and Jack Aiello (Twin Groves) each were awarded $1000 scholarships given in honor of student advocate and Foundation founder Marc Spivak.
The Dr. Thomas W. Many Scholarship recognizes extraordinary commitment to academics, service, and leadership. District 96 alumni Ilyssa Muise (Twin Groves) and Michael Lee (Woodlawn) each received $1000 scholarships given in honor of the former District 96 Superintendent Thomas W. Many and his commitment to helping every child achieve his or her maximum potential.
The Lauren Gordon Memorial Scholarship was presented to District 96 alumna Angelica Lopez (Twin Groves). The $1000 scholarship honors former District 96 Board of Education member and passionate parent volunteer Mrs. Lauren Gordon, who passed away in February 2016. Reflecting her own focus and hope for every District 96 student, Mrs. Gordon’s scholarship recognizes a student's commitment to lifelong learning.
SUMMER READING Grades KDG – 8 have a 2018 summer reading assignment!
Reading during the summer is critically important for a student’s continued growth.
KCSD96 faculty have provided a parent letter, reading resources, and assignment details for all 2018–19 students:
SUMMER READING RESOURCES/ASSIGNMENT FOR GRADES KDG–5
SUMMER READING RESOURCES/ASSIGNMENT FOR GRADES 6–8
SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOT GUARANTEED AFTER MAY 11
If you intend for your child to attend KCSD96 Jump-Start Kindergarten or Academic Summer School, be sure to register him or her by May 11. Summer School registration is not guaranteed after May 11. INFO
PROUD PARENTS OF GRADUATING 8th GRADERS…
• The KCSD96 8th-grade Class of 2018 will graduate on Tues., May 29, in the Sports Center at Stevenson High School, One Stevenson Drive, Lincolnshire. The Twin Groves ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.; the Woodlawn ceremony begins at 8:00 p.m.
MORE INFO FOR TWIN GROVES PARENTS | MORE INFO FOR WOODLAWN PARENTS
COMMUNITY NEWS
See the KCSD96 VIRTUAL BACKPACK for info about upcoming programs and activities, including:
Congress On Your Corner–Rep. Brad Schneider at Kildeer School – May 5
Long Grove Park District Summer Programs 2018
Buffalo Grove Police Department Annual Bike Rodeo – May 19
Northwestern Medicine Kids Health & Safety Fair – June 2
Center for Gifted 2018 Summer Wonder Programs – location: Prairie School
The next issue of E-NEWS 96 is Fri., May 11, 2018.
District 96 will communicate with you every Friday through E-NEWS 96 and through Principal’s Messages from each school in which you have a student enrolled. It’s important to read these messages weekly. Questions about District 96 communication? Call 847.459.4260, ext. 8022, or send email to Betsy Fresen.