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THE WEEK AHEAD:
Mon., Oct. 26
Return to Full Remote Learning for all District 96 students at all grade levels DETAILS
OCTOBER 23 IS PRINCIPAL APPRECIATION DAY
More than ever, District 96 principals are continuously focused on meeting the needs of our students, teachers, and families in these challenging times.
If you or your student would like to send a brief note of appreciation or highlight an effort of your principal that your family particularly appreciates, please find your principal’s email linked below:
Willow Grove Early Learning Center Principal Jennifer Smith
Country Meadows Elementary Principal Meghan Bird
Ivy Hall Elementary Principal Bob Hanrahan
Kildeer Countryside Elementary Principal Vail Kieser
Prairie Elementary Principal Dr. Christine Pfaff
Twin Groves Middle School Principal Jessica Barnes
Woodlawn Middle School Principal Greg Grana
TECH TIPS
Regardless of the nature of your tech request, please use this email address to request assistance:
[email protected]
Our tech staff are committed to resolving problems as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience, as they support all of our students, staff, and parent community.
HALLOWEEN PARTICIPATION DOOR SIGNS
School Resource Officer Essig and the Buffalo Grove Police Department have provided signs to download and print for display on your front door on Sat., Oct. 31.
Choose according to the decision your family has made:
TRICK OR TREATERS ARE WELCOME HERE door sign
NOT PARTICIPATING IN TRICK OR TREAT door sign
If participating, please observe social distancing and wear a mask that covers mouth and nose.
BOARD OF EDUCATION INFO
See the District 96 Board of Education meeting schedule and find links to agendas, approved published minutes, and recorded meetings HERE.
BREAKFAST/LUNCH FOR STUDENTS IS AVAILABLE
KCSD96 families may pick up breakfast/lunch for their students. Drive-up pick-up is in front of the Exceptional Learners Collaborative (ELC) building, 990 Corporate Woods Pkwy, Vernon Hills from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. weekdays when District 96 students have school. Please pull up to the sign and remain in your vehicle. Children do not need to accompany parents to receive meals and pantry items. Meals may be delivered in extenuating circumstances. Questions? Contact [email protected]
HELP WANTED
District 96 has a significant and immediate need for substitute teachers and instructional aides. SEE DETAILS in Superintendent Julie Schmidt’s Oct. 13 Superintendent Message regarding qualifications, compensation, and links to apply.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Find info about programs and activities in the community in the KCSD96 VIRTUAL BACKPACK, including:
NEW – Stevenson Foundation Olivério–A Brazilian Twist – Oct. 24 & 25 streamed performances (free)
NEW – ComEd bill payment assistance options
NEW – BGRA Baseball Registration 20-21 Spring/Summer Season
Fun Fluency Spanish @ Home
Vernon Area Public Library Mini Comic Con – Oct. 19–24
Long Grove Park District Recreation Programs – Fall 2020 Updated
Vernon Area Public Library Teen Volunteering Online (Grades 7–12)
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 Oct. 30, 2020.