Dear Kildeer Families,
Yesterday our school was a sea of yellow. Every staff member and student came to Kildeer in our brand new t-shirts, so generously donated by our PTO. I wish you could have seen their diligent work on Monday sorting, labeling, and bagging for easy distribution! GO PTO! I once again want to give a HUGE shout-out to Ms. Chan for the beautiful design. The shirts are something I think we will all cherish for a long time and will help us to continue our theme throughout the school year.
Kildeer also had the opportunity to come together during BUDDY CLASSROOMS. What did we do? We shared our I AM ME...WE ARE KILDEER posters with each other, of course! Want to take a peek? Please enjoy this album: Buddy Classrooms at Kildeer
*NEW INFORMATION*
COUGAR FUN RUN
On Wednesday morning, September 18th, all of the students and staff at Kildeer will be participating in the Cross Country Cougar Challenge which will last approximately one hour. This is an annual event to promote fun and fitness, as well as a sense of community for everyone in our building. Students are asked to bring a water bottle with their name on it which can be used after the child is finished. If your child chooses to wear sun screen it must be applied before school. No staff member is allowed to apply sunscreen to any child in the building. Thank you for your cooperation.
This is not a race……….and students may run or walk as they so choose and stop whenever they feel it necessary. Students are also encouraged to wear Kildeer Spirit clothes or our school colors of blue and gold. We hope for a beautiful sunny day!
We look forward to spending this time with your children!
Mr. Emde, Ms. Groessl, & Mr. Ostrowski
*NEW INFORMATION*
Our Learning Center is seeking volunteers to help us with:
1. Assisting students with locating and checking out materials.
2. Checking in and shelving returned materials.
3. Various tasks (i.e. rotating displays, straightening shelves)
Our Library Team is happy to provide training for each volunteer!
If you are able to help support our Learning Center, please use the SignUpGenius link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
We are happy to have individual volunteers on a regular basis, as well as when your schedule allows.
Thank you!
*NEW INFORMATION*
Music Class
As many of you know, Mr. Tatar, our general music teacher, will be out for the next several weeks to take care of his baby girl. In the meantime, your children get the pleasure of Mrs. Berg! Please see below:
My name is Nancy Berg and I am very happy to be back at Kildeer School as a long term sub for Ben Tatar. I am a retired music teacher/choral director from West Oak Middle School in Mundelein. I am looking forward to sharing musical experiences with your children for the next two months.
*NEW INFORMATION*
Missed MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) Scores Sent Sept. 6?
Some parents have reported they did not receive their student's MAP scores sent by email last Friday afternoon, Sept. 6.
Delivery by two identified email service providers proved to be problematic, with reports of that specific email going directly to a spam folder.
If you did not receive the email–which included links to info about understanding student growth, RIT scores, and general info about the MAP assessment–please contact Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Jeanne Spiller.
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
Updated Approved Snack List
The District has revised the APPROVED SNACK LIST. This list includes foods that are approved for students' Daily Snacks.
It also includes foods approved
Find links to the District's Approved Snack List
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LAST CALL: Thought Exchange Partnership - Parent Opportunity
Now seeking parents to fill open positions on our district Thought Exchange Partnership. If you are looking for a way to get involved, be a voice for Kildeer Elementary School, and learn about the wonderful things happening in District 96, please consider joining. If you are interested in this opportunity, CLICK HERE to express interest by September 16, 2019. Please know this will be a lottery for open spots. I will contact everyone to let you know if you have been selected! The first meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2019 in the evening.
Purpose:
*To share with parents information regarding district goals and initiatives, curricular and instructional innovations, programs and other informational topics. (i.e. District Goals, MAP & PARCC Results)
*To review school board or school code required topics (i.e. Parent/Student Handbook, Discipline Policy, Grants, Calendar)
*To understand parent perceptions and solicit feedback on school district topics to assist the district in communication and planning.
*NEW INFORMATION*
TECHNOLOGY CHESS CLUB – Grades 2–5
Technology Chess Club is NOT a chess class. Beginners will learn the basics of the game and more seasoned players will hone their skills through practice on boards and with computer software/iPads/Safe Internet Chess sites.
Tech Chess Club meets in the Learning Center on Thursdays after school from 3–4 p.m. when school is in session Oct. 17, 2019–May 14, 2020. (No fee)
Pick-up will be in back of the school in the bus parking lot.
(No club meeting on Oct. 31-Halloween or Mar. 12-Early Release).
REGISTRATION FORM (Complete and submit by Oct. 4)
Adult volunteers welcomed–no chess knowledge necessary! Please indicate availability on the Student Registration Form.
Sponsor: Mr. Pazol (847.459.4260, ext. 6207)
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
Reader's Theatre Club
Let's get together and "ACT OUT". Does your student love to use expression, be creative and perform for others? Then Reader's Theater Club is for them!
Please complete this form if you are planning to have your child sign up for Kildeer School's Reader's Theater Club for the 2019-2020 school year.
This club is offered to 3rd – 5th graders and will meet in the CONFERENCE ROOM on THURSDAYS from the end of the school day until 4:00 p.m. and will be facilitated by Miss Koldon and Miss Rickel.
Reader's Theater Club will be held each THURSDAY from
OCTOBER 3rd THROUGH FEBRUARY 20th.
(WE DO NOT MEET on HALLOWEEN, DURING THANKSGIVING BREAK OR WINTER BREAK)
IMPORTANT NOTES:
There is NO FEE for this club.
Pick up from the club will be in the FRONT of the school building at the parent pick-up line.
Please complete this form by THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH.
QUESTIONS? Email Miss Koldon [email protected] or Miss Rickel [email protected]
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
A Student Leadership Opportunity for 5th Graders
Kildeer Student Council is an opportunity for 5th-grade students to develop leadership skills and be involved in projects and activities serving Kildeer School and our community. Kildeer Student Council
Completed applications are due to Student Council Sponsor Mrs. Norman during the week of Sept. 9 and no later than Mon., Sept. 16, 2019.
*REPEAT*
CLUBS FOR STUDENTS
Be sure to check out THIS PAGE to see what before or after school activities are available for your child!
*REPEAT INFORMATION*
The partnership with our PTO is extremely important at Kildeer. Please take a moment each week to review the information to learn how you can get involved, support Kildeer, and dates to mark your calendar!
Click HERE to catch up on very important information from our PTO!
Highlights:
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NEW BLOG with a ton of information about all that is happening this month!
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ROOM PARENTS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES: Dolin, Koldon, Lushpynskj, Scheribel, Markiewicz and Sadowski
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COUGAR PRESS PARENTS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES: Koldon, Ohnsted, Scheribel, Jaeckel, Satoh and Lyles
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Box Top Collection Begins Sept. 16th
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Save the Date: Cougar Challenge Sept. 18th
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We Have New SpiritWear Items and Designs!! Merchandise is delivered straight to your home…check out the websites (listed in our blog)
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We NEED Chairs for the following Committees for the School Year: Community Give Back, Cultural Arts, Bulletin Board, and Bingo Blast – Please Consider donating your time to help our school
The above picture is just a little snapshot of how our amazing staff came together to perfect every last detail for tonight. I can't thank our staff and parent volunteers enough for making this night possible.
We hope to see YOUR FAMILY at our I AM ME...WE ARE KILDEER family celebration this evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
What can you expect?
- When you enter, each family will get a program to know where and when to visit the booths and stage performances listed.
- Every member of your family should wear a name tag and fill out the "ASK ME ABOUT" section as a conversation starter for others!
- Please walk as a family unit to experience shared learning together!
- Stop by the foyer of the large gym to see all of the student and staff posters displayed digitally on TV monitors (this year we will not be opening up the whole school).
- On your way out, don't forget to scan the QR code to give us your feedback AND take a selfie as a family by the office!
Tonight is what it's all about Kildeer! Let's SAY SOMETHING powerful by coming together as a community and learning from and about each other!
Warm Regards,
Mrs. Vail Kieser
Principal
p.s. I'm so proud of our Kildeer students. Today was Mr. Jose's last day in the cafeteria before he relocates to be with his family in Florida. He took great pride in his job and knew every student by name. Our Kildeer students made sure to give him a special goodbye today through words of gratitude or even hugs. We will miss you Mr. Jose!