4th Grade Music Performance (New)
Our 4th students put on a terrific musical last night. The theme for the musical was Think Spring. Please take a moment to check out some of the pictures from last night’s performance. (Pictures Here)
A Treat for Ivy Hall Readers and Writers (New)
TAKE A LOOK (5th Grade Assembly)
Our students and their teachers welcomed award-winning children's author Barbara Rosenstock to Ivy Hall on Monday. Her visit was made possible by our hardworking PTO.
Her books are many kids' favorites and are recommended selections by the American Library Association (ALA Notable Books for Children) and the New York Times and included on Teachers' and Readers' Choice lists. The Noisy Paintbox was named a 2015 Caldecott Honor Book.
Ms. Rosenstock answered our students' questions and talked with them about her work as an author, her research process, and the many rejection letters she has received as a writer. "Writers keep writing" was her message of encouragement for kids who want to be authors.
Will you be sending a student to middle school next year? (New)
Parents of current 5th graders, if you were not able to attend the middle school transition program last week featuring the middle school principals–or if you'd like a review of that info–please see this PRESENTATION SUMMARY.
Orchestra "Extravaganza" Concert- 4th and 5th Grade Orchestra (New)
The Orchestra "Extravaganza" Concert for 4th and 5th Grade Orchestras will take place on Thursday, May 10th at 6:30pm at Twin Groves. The concert will take place in the Large Gym. Students need to arrive at Twin Groves in their concert attire by no later than 5:45 pm for tuning and warm-up. It is going to be a fantastic concert! We look forward to seeing you there!
Science Club - Finished This Year (New)
Science club has been amazing this year! I am so thankful to have spent the second half of the year with such curious, creative students. Unfortunately this past week was our last meeting. I can’t wait to see how they use their science skills in their future!
Band - Letter from Mr. Nagle (New)
4th grade band parent(s) please take a minute to read this Letter from Mr. Nagle to 4th Grade Band parents. This letter has information for next year. (Click Here)
Reader’s Theatre Club (Repeat)
Hello Parents/Guardians,
We only have a few meetings left for Reader’s Theatre Club. Please note the last few times our club will meet this year. We hope your child has enjoyed his/her time in the club and will consider signing up again next year! Thank you!
Remaining Dates:
4/30 - LAST DAY OF CLUB
-Miss Heineman and Mrs. Dolan
Variety Show (Repeat)
The 2018 variety show is back on with a revised schedule. Please download/review the Variety Show Flyer, which can be found on the VIRTUAL BACKPACK. More information can be found on the PTO Blog as well. Last day to sign up is today. Sign up via the PTO tool kit.
Parent Input Survey Class Placement (Repeat)
Creating balanced class lists that meet the needs of all students is a tremendously difficult job that takes many hours of thoughtful dialogue between classroom teachers, administrators, and specialists. We at Ivy Hall Elementary School take this process very seriously. The process for class list creation is as follows:
Teachers think about the social and academic needs of each of their current students while recording pertinent information to assist in the decision making process.
Grade level teachers, the principal, specials area teachers, and specialists meet together to form class lists that are balanced in terms of academic, social, and emotional needs as well as considering friendships. This is no easy task and often takes several meetings. This team of educators considers each child’s personality, academic needs, friendship patterns, etc. as they make a match for each individual child.
This team of educators creates a draft set of class lists taking into consideration parent input.
Class lists are then revised in August with summer changes for students who move in or out of the district.
Class rosters are never final until they are released to families in August.
This process happens at grades 2-5. Willow Grove creates the class lists for our incoming 1st graders. Our 5th-grade team actively works with Twin Groves to provide data and input related to placement decisions as well.
We strongly believe that this detailed and collaborative process creates learning environments that benefit all students. It is a delicate balancing act which takes much consideration and thought by professionals who know and care about your children. Our goal is to create balanced class lists that promote the success of each child. Please know that your child is placed in a classroom for very specific reasons. The process benefits all students. Because of the input and thought given by teachers, specialists, parents, and the principal, we are very reluctant to make changes once this process occurs, as removing or moving one child can disrupt the balance of an entire class, impacting all students.
I welcome any insight you wish to share about your child’s strengths, needs, and learning style. I will take into consideration pertinent information received on or before FRIDAY, APRIL 27th. Please remember, while we welcome your input, specific teacher requests will not be honored.
I cannot express enough how important it is that your thoughts are in provided through THIS SURVEY. As you can imagine, we receive a lot of parent input, and verbal information is nearly impossible to track. The information you provide in the survey will remain confidential between you and me.
School supply kits (Repeat)
School supply kits are on sale they can be ordered through PTO member Tool Kit.
PTO NEWS & Highlights (Repeat)
Be sure to check out the PTO BLOG for more information regarding upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
Updates and News from the Band Boosters (Repeat)
Find the latest information from the District 96 Band & Orchestra Boosters in their BLOG.
Upcoming Dates
April 30, 2018 ~
-Parent Review Committee @ 7:00PM Ivy Hall
-Spring Map Window Opens
May 2, 2018 ~ Variety Show Auditions
May 8, 2018 ~
-Band Extravaganza Concert Grades 4 & 5
-Ivy Hall/Prairie band musicians perform at Twin Groves at 7 p.m.
-Grades 6–8 Twin Groves band musicians perform at Twin Groves at 7:30 p.m.
May 9, 2018 ~
-PTO Executive Board Meeting 6:30pm
-MAP Window Closes 3:00pm
May 10, 2018 ~ 4th & 5th Grade Orchestra Extravaganza Concert 6:30pm-7:30pm
May 11, 2018 ~ PTO Family Picnic 6pm-8pm
May 16, 2018 ~ Variety Show Rehearsals
May 17, 2018 ~ Variety Show 6:30pm-8:00pm
May 23, 2018 ~ Field Day
May 25, 2018 ~ Half Day Schedule Dismissal @ 11:45am
May 28, 2018 ~ No School Memorial Day
June 1, 2018 ~ Last Day of School
Have a great weekend!