Dear Families,
This week we conducted IAR testing for students in grades 3 - 5. The testing ran very smoothly. We will be conducting make-up tests as needed next week.
Our community’s generosity in contributing to the Ukrainian Relief Fund has been impressive. Our donation area is overflowing with new towels, blankets, socks, baby clothes, and various first aid supplies. This donation effort will continue through April 14th. Please remember that monetary donations are being accepted as well. Information and a link to these locations are below in the “REPEAT *D96 Humanitarian Relief Support*” section of today’s blog.
Respectfully,
Bob Hanrahan, Principal
NEW *5th Graders to Visit TG on May 12th*
Our 5th-grade students will be visiting Twin Groves Middle School on May 12th at 1:00 pm. Students will be transported by bus. While at TG, Mrs. Barnes and Mrs. Delehanty will walk students through a typical schedule including Flex, Exploratory classes, PE/Health, Technology, Clubs, Study Hall, Lunch, Sports, and how to get extra help. The principals will talk about passing periods and where to go if help is needed in any area of school life. 6th graders will provide a tour of TG after the "Day in the Life of a TG student..." overview.
NEW *5th Grade Music Concert*
The fifth-grade class is so excited to present their music show, “Start Your Day With A Song”. In addition to singing, the students will be performing on the ukulele. The half-hour show will be Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Please have your child wear a solid color top (no numbers, lettering or pictures) and solid color pants (please no sweatpants). We are looking forward to seeing you! - Jane Coleman, Music Teacher
RENEW * Arrival & Dismissal Procedures*
Please remember when using the parent drop-off and pick-up area at Ivy Hall backing up and passing another car in the line is PROHIBITED. For the safety of students and staff members please be patient and wait for the car in front of you to proceed forward and then follow the line of traffic.
There are many rules and procedures regarding arrival and dismissal. This can be challenging to get acquainted with and even frustrating. However, these procedures have been developed with student safety as the driving factor. These plans and procedures were developed in conjunction with our Facilities Director (Sam Miranda) and the Buffalo Grove Police Department. The Buffalo Grove police and District 96 appreciate your patience and understanding as we have established these routines in the interest of safety. The first few dismissals can be slow due to staff and students learning their routines. Please be patient. The picture below denotes all the forms of transportation that we have here at Ivy Hall. Please observe the picture and note areas where walkers, bussers, and private transportation arrival and depart from here at Ivy Hall.
NEW *Ivy Hall PTO*
- PTO BLOG Contents Below - Link: https://www.kcsd96.org/ih/pto/blog
- Ivy Hall PTO Board Meeting, Thursday, April 14, 7:00pm (NEW)
- SPECIAL LUNCH FOR APRIL (CULVER’S) AND MAY (PAPA JOHNS)
- D96 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS PTO VOLUNTEER FAIR (APRIL 12)
- TUESDAY, APRIL 12 | 4:30-6:30PM
- Maria Papageorgiou Book Fair* and E-Wallet
- 2022 - 2023 PTO Board, Committee Chair, Volunteer Opportunities
- PIZZA / BINGO NIGHT - PRE-ORDER YOUR DINNER! (APRIL 27)
- DONATIONS WANTED
- ORDER YOUR SCHOOL SUPPLY KITS FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR (DUE JULY 8)
Ivy Hall PTO Link Tree: http://linktr.ee/ivyhallpto
REPEAT *2022-23 KINDERGARTEN KICK-OFF EVENT - MAY 3, 2022*
Kindergarten Kick-Off is an opportunity for all FULLY REGISTERED incoming kindergarten students and families to tour Willow Grove and for incoming kindergarteners to experience an activity in a classroom. Families must be fully registered by Monday, April 18, to receive the invitation link for the event. Kindergarten Kick-Off sign-up closes on Tuesday, April 19. During the time children are in classrooms (30 minutes), parents will meet with Willow Grove Principal, Jenny Smith, for Kindy 101 to learn about Willow Grove and common questions families have.
YOU MUST BE FULLY REGISTERED AND SIGN UP TO ATTEND. For information on registering your incoming kindergartener, CLICK HERE. If you are fully registered and do not believe you've received the link to sign up for Kindergarten Kick-Off, call the Willow Grove office for support or email [email protected].
REPEAT *The Super Talent In You! (Virtual) Variety Show*
It is that time again! We can't wait to see what talents the Wildcats bring this year! Please review the pdf document below to find out how to participate in this year's Variety Show. The Virtual Variety Show will be shown at the Pizza Bingo Night on April 27! Submissions are due April 13th to Mrs. Dolan ([email protected]).
LINK: CLICK HERE FOR VARIETY SHOW INFORMATION