Hello Kildeer Families!
We kicked off the week in a GREAT way! To continue our theme with learning from and about each other, our fabulous Cougar Pride Committee made the theme of this buddy classroom: "I AM ME...WE ARE BUDDIES!" How cute is that?!
Students were given the opportunity to learn about the similarities and differences they have with their buddy through creating a double-bubble thinking map. The end result? Students were challenged to create a flipgrid video to share with others. A few lucky buddies will be selected and highlighted at our assembly in November!
*NEW INFORMATION*
YOU MUST STOP!
The Buffalo Grove Police Department reports an increase in motorists passing stopped school buses that are loading and unloading students. Because students’ safety is our priority, officers will be monitoring areas where serious violations such as this are prevalent.
Please review the law:
Drivers must stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading or unloading passengers on a TWO-lane roadway (even if there is a raised median dividing the roadway).
Drivers must remain stopped until the Stop arm on the school bus is no longer extended and the flashing lights are turned off (or the bus driver signals the driver to pass).
A driver failing to do so may be charged with the violation and receive a mandatory court appearance. Passing a stopped school bus has a fine of $500–$1200. The driving privileges of a person convicted of passing a stopped school bus will be suspended for 3 months for the first offense and one year for the second offense.
When is it permissible for a driver to pass a stopped school bus?
It is permissible when the driver is on a highway with FOUR or more lanes (at least two lanes in either direction) and is traveling in the opposite direction of the bus.
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
Please click this link to sign up for fall conferences with your child's educators. Please remember, you are signing up for ONE, 15-minute appointment per educator, per student. All educators who work with students in any capacity also have sign-up slots available in Sign-Up Genius. If you would like to, you may sign-up to see any educator who works with your child. As a reminder, if you are unable to attend these conferences on these dates, please email the educator you are interested in speaking with to set up a 15-minute phone conference.
In addition to individual conferences with educators, parent education opportunities will be provided both days in our school. More information will be shared in the near future!
Conferences take place:
-November 19, 2018 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
-November 20, 2018 - 2:00pm-7:00pm
If you are having trouble signing up, please contact Ruth Fineman in the front office.
*NEW & REPEAT INFORMATION*
Reminder for treats during Halloween Parties: They must be here by Tuesday morning (10/30), no later than 11:00 to be checked by our school nurse. All snacks for the class parties should come in the ORIGINAL packaging or it will not be allowed in due to safety concerns. Please utilize only snacks from the approved snack list. Goodie bags are not allowed. We appreciate your support in keeping our students safe!
Stores are full of Halloween costumes, and I'm sure that your child is excitedly looking forward to getting a Halloween costume together for this year's festivities. When selecting or creating a costume with your child to wear at school, please be sure that the following expectations are followed:
-Must be appropriate for school
-No masks, blood, super scary stuff, general iciness, or weapons
-No cigars or cigarette items
-No bare tummies
-Please keep hair coloring and make-up simple
**If you are unsure about a costume or costume prop, please contact your child's classroom teacher. Students whose costumes do not meet these expectations will be asked to adjust their costume for the school festivities.**
- The parade may be viewed by families outdoors. If it rains, it will be indoors for students and staff only.
- The Halloween party is by invitation only from the PTO. At this point, you should know if you are a volunteer (if so, please no extra siblings)!
Thank you for your help with this and we look forward to the creativity from our students this day!
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
After-School Fun
After-school opportunities for Kildeer Elementary students are included in our school's VIRTUAL BACKPACK and on our CLUBS/SPORTS webpage. Students currently have an opportunity to learn to speak Spanish through a Fun Fluency Spanish Immersion class. Other after-school club opportunities will be coming soon. Continue to watch my Principal's Message for more after-school opportunities.
From the Band & Orchestra Boosters:
Find the latest information from the District 96 Band & Orchestra Boosters in their BLOG.
Click HERE to catch up on very important information from our PTO!
Highlights:
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Kildeer Coat Drive Begins Nov. 1st
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3rd and 4th Grade Movie Night featuring Ferdinand (PG) is Friday Nov. 9th Secure your order on Membership Toolkit Today!!
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NEW Dessert Day Choices Begin This Week!!
- The Next Special Lunch (Original Bagel & Bialy) is Friday Nov. 16th
I've appreciated the parent communication this week. We've been having a lot of conversations regarding the bus and I'm so thankful for your partnership to check-in with your child on how to have a safe and enjoyable bus ride home.
Enjoy your weekend ahead!
Warm Regards,
Mrs. Vail Kieser
Principal