Good afternoon Kildeer Families,
We can feel the excitement in the school as we near closer to Winter Break. As a fun way to celebrate, Kildeer Student Council has planned a spirit week for the last week before the break (December 16th-20th). All staff and students are encouraged to participate in the winter fun. See below for the Spirit Week schedule.
Additionally, winter classroom parties are scheduled for next Friday, December 20th. Thank you in advance to the PTO and all the parent volunteers who help support and lead these fun activities.
Until our next adventure.
Mrs. Karen Cumpata
*Important Upcoming Dates*
December 16-20 - Kildeer Winter Spirit Week
December 20 - Classroom Holiday Parties
December 23-January 3 - NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
NEW *Kildeer Student Council Winter Spirit Week*
NEW *Update: I Am Me…We Are Kildeer Cultural Event*
Our 7th annual Kildeer community event, I Am Me… We Are Kildeer, is a unique celebration of all the cultures and families that make up Kildeer. The I Am Me…We Are Kildeer planning committee has been working very hard these past few months. I Am Me… We Are Kildeer will be held on Thursday, February 6th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. right here at Kildeer. We need your help to make this year’s event the best one yet!
We are excited to share that all of the spots for performances have been filled up! We are still looking for a few more families that would like to:
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Share a food from your culture
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Prepare an interactive booth about your traditions
Please FILL OUT THIS FORM to express your interest in participating and/or attending.
During the event, you can expect to taste foods from around the world, witness scintillating performances, and learn about Kildeer family cultures and traditions. Mr. Tatar will also be leading our 3rd and 4th graders in amazing musical performances.
REPEAT *Winter Weather Gear*
As we wrap up our first few days of December, you can feel that temperatures start to dip. Please ensure that you are sending your child/ren to school with appropriate outerwear including winter coats, snow pants, boots, hats, and gloves. If you need assistance with outerwear, please contact the front office.
REPEAT *Safeway Communication*
As you may know, Safeway is KSD96's transportation partner for student busing. In the case that you need to speak with someone about a transportation-related issue during non-business hours (for example, when your school front offices are closed early in the morning or late in the evening), please contact the Safeway Transportation main line at 224-434-2399.
REPEAT *Medication Procedures and Handbook Policy*
As cold and flu season is upon us - reminder from our student handbook: "For the safety of all, medication must be brought to school by the parent or another responsible adult. The medication must be in its correct prescription container, showing the child’s name, the name of the drug, the dosage to be given, and the time of administration. Medication containers must be stored in the health office and students may consume medicine only in the health office." This includes acetaminophen, cough drops, or any other nonprescription, over-the-counter medication.
REPEAT *Toys for Tots*
Here’s a friendly reminder that we’re also collecting donations for Toys for Tots! If you missed the chance to spread kindness through candy, don’t worry—now you can share kindness through toys! Toys for Tots is another wonderful way to give back, and it’s all about spreading joy in a different form. Please remember, donated toys must be new and unwrapped.