Kildeer Families,
Welcome back from a wonderful break last week. It's such an important time of the year for us to reset and spend time with those we love. I was able to hang up my "principal" hat for a few days and just be "mom". The snow day felt like a gift! I'm not sure how everyone views a snow day, but I saw it as a chance to get some extra snuggles with my kids. I hope that your family was able to take advantage of the snow and enjoy each other!
This week I was able to get into many classrooms. I continue to be amazed at the learning opportunities happening across Kildeer. Remember my post last time about the "exemplary" designation? If you could be a fly on the wall, you'd really see why! What fantastic talent we have at Kildeer through our amazing staff and dedicated students!
*NEW INFORMATION*
Outdoor Recess in the Winter
As a reminder as long as the wind chill is appropriate, our students will go outside for recess. Please send the proper outdoor wear for them to be warm and enjoy the snow. For students to be able to play in the snow they need to have boots, snow pants, hats, and gloves. Students who do not have the proper outdoor attire will have to stay on the blacktop.
*NEW INFORMATION*
Attention Parents of Current 5th Graders
If your student is currently a 5th grader at our school, you will need to prove residency again between Jan. 8 and Feb. 15, 2019, in order to receive the email to register him or her for the 2019–2020 school year.
Only parents of current kindergartners and 5th graders have this requirement.
To prove residency, please bring to our school office the following:
• a current monthly mortgage or lease statement OR property tax bill
AND
• a current utility bill
Please call our District 96 public information coordinator if you have questions: 847.459.4260, ext. 8022.
PLAN AHEAD TO PREREGISTER FOR KINDERGARTEN
Parents of 2019–20 kindergartners, take note:
Preregistration for 2019–20 Kindergarten begins in January.
Preregister at Willow Grove Early Learning Center, 777 Checker Dr., Buffalo Grove, on
Thurs., Jan. 17, 5:00–7:00 p.m. OR Wed., Jan. 23, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Preregister by Jan. 31 to receive a FREE Willow Grove T-shirt for your incoming kindergartner.
Parents of incoming kindergartners will be requested to prove residency with required documents and District forms and to complete a brief online pre-registration form.
Required documents:
• current monthly mortgage or lease statement or property tax bill AND
• current utility bill AND
• child’s birth certificate, passport, or visa AND
• RESIDENCY FORM
• HOME LANGUAGE SURVEY
• ENROLLMENT FORM
Questions? Contact the public info coordinator: 847.459.4260, ext. 8022, [email protected]
*NEW INFORMATION*
District 96 parents are asked to complete online the parent portion of the Illinois 5Essentials Survey by Jan. 18, 2019. Access the survey: https://survey.5-
As a parent, this is your opportunity to share your thoughts on important elements of your child’s school’s effectiveness. The survey gathers data related to five indicators that can predict important student outcomes, including improved attendance and larger test score gains.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or [email protected] or Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Jeanne Spiller
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
Parent Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Parents who need to enter the school during the hours of 8:10-8:25 or 3:00-3:15 should please park in the North West parking lot in order to avoid walking through traffic during the busiest times of the school day. This is a safety measure in place to ensure an efficient flow of traffic while also keeping students and adults safe. During other hours of the day, it is certainly appropriate to park in the lot directly in front of the school and utilize the crosswalk.
By parking in the North West lot area during the hours of 8:10-8:25 and 3:00-3:15, you can access the sidewalk without having to move across, in front, or behind cars that are in the drop-off line.
Thank you for understanding and supporting our school for safety!
*NEW INFORMATION*
Student Council
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!
I'm really proud of a new club that was started this year. Ms. April and Ms. Ohnsted have started "Paw Prints", a newspaper club. This gives students from all grades an opportunity to lead and be the voice of our school. To close out November, please enjoy our first edition of Paw Prints–November 2018
Warm Regards,
Mrs. Vail Kieser
Principal