E-NEWS 96, Nov. 8, 2019

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THE WEEK AHEAD:
Thurs., Nov. 14:
Understanding Tech Systems Used In KCSD96
Parent Network Conversation w/ Technology Manager Lucas Cowden, 10 AM, Ivy Hall Mat Rm.

Fri., Nov. 15:
Trimester 1 report period ends.
HALF DAY
Grades 6–8 dismiss at 11:10 a.m.
All KDG, SLC, and Grades 1–5 dismiss at 11:45 a.m.
Blended PM students in session 8:45–11:15 a.m.
NO class for Blended AM students


WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST? WHAT’S FOR LUNCH?
Scroll down to the MENU for the school(s) of your choice.

PARENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITY: TECH IN KCSD96
Do you have questions about District 96 technology? Parents are invited to a conversation and Q&A opportunity with Technology Manager Lucas Cowden on Thurs., Nov. 14, 10 a.m., in the Ivy Hall School Mat Room, 1072 Ivy Hall Ln., Buffalo Grove.
Questions? Please contact Community Parent Liaison Lubna Andrabi, 847.459.4260, ext. 8136

QUICK LIST CALENDARS
Find one-page Quick List calendars (including holidays, winter/spring breaks, Early Release/Half Day dates) for download. A Quick List Calendar is available for the current school year. A revision is pending for the 2020–2021 school year. That 2020-2021 Quick List calendar will be posted on the website and shared with the community when final.

ARE WE UP-TO-DATE?
KCSD96 uses contact information from our student database to send communications. In the event of a school closing or emergency, messages are typically sent in phone, text, and email formats to ensure you receive them as soon as possible. Please be sure to update the administrative assistant at the office of the school(s) your student(s) attend if your contact info changes. 

STEVENSON HIGH SCHOOL POSTER DESIGN CONTEST – Submissions due 11-29
Stevenson invites students in Pre-K through Grade 8 to submit poster designs for Consortium Orchestra, Band, and Choir posters. Any medium is acceptable. Entries are due by Fri., Nov. 29.

READ DETAILS regarding creating and submitting a Stevenson High School Consortium Contest poster entry.

VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OPEN HOUSE – Nov. 13
The Village of Buffalo Grove invites participation in their first Public Workshop for the Comprehensive Plan. The Plan focus is to establish a long-term vision for the community and to explore what Buffalo Grove could look like in 2040 and beyond. Come learn about the project and help visualize Buffalo Grove in the future! Families are welcome.

First Public Workshop
Wed., Nov. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Aptakisic Junior High School
1231 Weiland Rd., Buffalo Grove
MORE BUFFALO GROVE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WORKSHOP INFO
Project website: www.engagebg.org

COMMUNITY NEWS
Find info about programs and activities in the community in the KCSD96 VIRTUAL BACKPACK, including:
Vernon Area Public Library Mini Comic Con–Nov. 9, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Village of Buffalo Grove Comprehensive Plan Open House–Nov. 13, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Aptakisic Jr. High
Stand Strong Marijuana Educational Event & Catalyst Presentation–Nov. 14, 7 p.m., Stevenson Rm 2104 (Park in Lot B)
Long Grove Park District Chess School, Nov.–Dec.


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 KCSD96 communications? Call 847.459.4260, ext. 8022, or send email to the public info coordinator.

The next issue of E-NEWS 96 will be Fri., Nov. 15.