Dear Parents,
Another week of learning has come to a conclusion and there is so much good news to report! Students completed their Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests on both Monday and Wednesday. Picture Day was sandwiched between the MAP tests and students brought their best smiles and styles. Just a few hours ago we concluded our week with our Back to School Assembly, which was incredible! Our school spirit is at an all time high, please ask your child about the assembly and to share a highlight from their week.
There is no school on Monday, September 5th.
Have a wonderful long and restful Labor Day weekend!
Mike Senatore
NEW *Law Enforcement Safety Drill*
On Tuesday, September 13th, Ivy Hall will be conducting a Law Enforcement Safety Drill. Students will be evacuating the building during the drill. If the weather does not cooperate, we will reschedule the drill and communicate the rescheduled drill date.
In compliance with the Safety Drill Act, parents have the right to exempt their child from the Law Enforcement Drill.
If you do not wish your child to participate in the Law Enforcement Safety Drill, please contact Mike Senatore at [email protected]. The administration will arrange for an alternative review of safety procedures with your child.
If we do not hear from you, we will assume your child has permission to participate in the drill.
NEW *Fun Run - Friday, September 16th*
Every year Ivy Hall Wildcats participate in the Fun Run to join together for a morning of fitness. But, do you know the origin of this run?
In 1980, a woman serving as the PTO president thought it would be a great idea if there was some sort of run or race around her children’s school as a way to lift school spirit. She decided to lay cones around the neighborhood of the school so runners would know the right path to take. All of the neighboring schools came to participate in the Red Oak run. Everyone wore a “Red Oak Run” t-shirt on the day of the race. It was a complete success and the talk of the town! What was once the Red Oak Run turned into a district fun run; now neighboring districts, as well as districts all over the country, have fun runs because of this one special woman. That woman is Terry Shulman, the mother of our first-grade teacher Mrs. Levin.
On Friday, September 16th, Ivy Hall students will participate in a fun run! In the past, we would involve the whole community. At this time, the event will not be public this year due to student safety. Kids will run/walk on school grounds. Students have been practicing the route during P.E. class and it really showed. The students will take about 25 minutes to run/walk as much as they can on the course.
NEW *PTO Blog*
Our PTO maintains a weekly blog that has useful information for opportunities to get involved in the Ivy Hall School community. Please follow the link HERE to see their second post of the school year. Highlights include…
- Special Lunch
- Book Fair & Ice Cream Social Information
- Ice Cream Wednesdays
- Halloween Party Sign-ups
NEW *Letters to Veterans*
With Veteran’s Day just around the corner, we are inviting D96 students to write thank you notes or letters to veterans. These letters will be included in individualized care packages that will be given to veterans who attend an upcoming recognition event in Lake County. If your student is interested, please have them return their letter or thank you note to the front office no later than October 13th to ensure we are able to mail them in enough time to be included in the Lake County project.
REPEAT * Thought Exchange Partnership*
The District 96 Thought Exchange Partnership (TEP) offers parents opportunities to give feedback and receive information about District instruction, programs, and initiatives. Understanding parent perceptions is helpful for planning and communicating. Contact District 96 Community Parent Liaison Lubna Andrabi, 847.459.4260, ext. 8136, with questions. In particular, the District invites parents who have students enrolled at Willow Grove Early Learning Center to consider joining the Thought Exchange Partnership. The first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 15 from 6:30-8:00.p.m.
NEW *Stevenson Math Carnival*
Hello parents! The Stevenson High School Math Team is excited to invite you to their annual Math Carnival on Thursday, October 13 from 6 - 8 pm. Students from 3rd to 5th grade will have the opportunity to play fun and engaging math games to win prizes ranging from candy to Stevenson Math Team t-shirts. Admission is FREE upon registration. For more info and to register, visit the event webpage at this link.
REPEAT *Welcome Cathy Martin, School Nurse!*
Ivy Hall is the newest home for Cathy Martin as our school nurse. Please forward any new medical documentation or information to Mrs. Martin at [email protected]
REPEAT *Erin’s Law*
An Illinois law known as Erin’s Law requires schools to implement an age-appropriate sexual assault and abuse awareness/prevention curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96 researched and observed best practices and programs for delivering this instruction, selecting Be Seen & Heard ©. For more information about this presentation please go to www.victorpacini.com/peace-of-mind-2
The focus of this developmentally appropriate and interactive program is to teach children skills to keep them safe from danger or abuse. Concepts discussed will include distinguishing safe from unsafe touches, safety rules at home and school, saying NO, safe/unsafe secrets, and telling a trusted adult, as well as reinforcing that an adult’s touching him or her is not the child’s fault.
Opt-Out Procedures
The presentation to Ivy Hall students will be during the school day on Tuesday, September 6th. If you prefer that your child does not attend this prevention education session, please submit your written request or your questions to [email protected]
REPEAT *Orchestra Information*
4th Grade Students: In District 96, 4th graders can choose to participate in orchestra, learning string instruments (violin, viola, cello, or bass). We have pull-out weekly lessons and rehearsals (sometimes twice a week), work hard, and have a lot of fun. We will be having 3 concerts this year.
It is not too late to sign up. CLICK HERE for a slide presentation. CLICK HERE to register.
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Ok at [email protected]
NEW 5th Grade Students: If your child is new to the district and is interested in joining orchestra, please contact Mrs. Ok at [email protected].
REPEAT *5th Grade Band Recruiting Information*
Beginning band is a great way to offer your student the opportunity to learn to play a band instrument, help them learn to communicate through music, work on discipline, and become part of a team of friends that could last all the way through high school. All interested 5th grade students looking to be a part of the 5th grade band for this year please look over these links.
Beginning Band Information 2022-2023
Beginning Band Registration Link
Any questions please email Mr. Daniel Nagle: [email protected]