Welcome to the Friday before Mother's Day! I wish all of our wonderful mom's the best this Sunday as you deserve to have the greatest day. I remember when my oldest was 3 years old. He and I spent every waking moment together playing ball, going to the park, and just hanging out. On night as I was putting him to bed, he said to me, "Dad, I love you...but I REALLY LOVE Mom." Enough said. You cannot fight that as a dad.
Upcoming Dates:
5/21- Early Release for Students-1:30 p.m. Dismissal
5/24- Half Day for Students-11:10 a.m. Dismissal
5/24- Last Day for 8th Graders
5/27- No School
5/28- 8th Grade Graduation 8 p.m.
5/31- Last Day for 6th and 7th Graders- 11:10 a.m. Dismissal
8th Grade Parents - Graduation
I apologize for the mistake in the blog last week. Graduation is Tuesday, May 28th at 8 p.m.
New Parent Coffee Is Tuesday, May 14th
Who: Incoming 6th Grade parents and anyone new to Woodlawn for the 2024-25 upcoming school year
What: Enjoy coffee and a tour with fellow parents to learn more about the fun programs supported and funded by the PTO
Where: Woodlawn Middle School
When: 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024.
We look forward to meeting you!
-Woodlawn PTO
**Please bring your ID to sign-in at the Woodlawn office
Kildeer Countryside School District 96 iPad Collection Notice for End of School Year 2023-24
As the 2023-24 school year draws to a close, we need to inform all students and families about the iPad collection process. Unlike previous years, where students retained iPads over the summer, this year, we require their return to update and refresh our equipment for the 2024-25 academic year.
Collection Schedule:
8th Grade: May 22
Kindergarten: May 29
1st - 7th Grade: May 30
Items to be Returned:
Each student is required to return the following items:
iPad
iPad case
Charging cable
Charger
Logitech crayon
Damage and Missing Items Policy:
If any items are damaged or missing, please refer to the iPad handbook signed at registration. Remember:
-Students have coverage for two incidents of damage to the iPad and two to accessories (charging cable, brick, case, pencil).
-Beyond these incidents, costs for repair or replacement fall to the students and their families.
-Intentional damages are not covered by the district.
Summer Programming Exception: Students enrolled in summer programming will retain their iPads and accessories through the summer session, returning them by June 27, 2024. This ensures that all students participating in educational activities have the necessary resources.
We appreciate your cooperation in returning the iPads and accessories promptly and in good condition. This initiative is crucial for maintaining high-quality educational support for our students.
Thank you for your attention and continued support of Kildeer Countryside School District 96.
Health Forms
REMINDER - To comply with Illinois State guidelines, a physical examination – including current immunization records – is required for all children entering an Illinois school for the first time, for children enrolling in kindergarten (even if they previously were enrolled in a District 96 Early Childhood program), and for students entering Grade 6.
REMINDER - Health Forms: Provide required HEALTH FORMS as soon as possible. A physical and immunizations record needs to be on file in the nurse's office by October 15th or the student will be excluded from school. STATE OF ILLINOIS CERTIFICATE OF CHILD HEALTH EXAMINATION FORM. This form must be completed and signed by the pediatrician. Parents must also complete the fields for their child’s name and address, birth date, etc., at the top of the form on pages 1 and 2 in addition to the parent section on page 2, including a parent signature and date.
Other health forms required include VISION, due before Oct. 15, 2024 (Kindergarten and new students), and DENTAL due before May 15, 2024 (2nd and 6th graders).
2024-25 School Supply Kits Sales Are Live
Families can now order the 2024-25 School Supply Kit from Educational Products Inc. (EPI) at https://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks/ (enter code KCS096).
Order by July 9 for home delivery before the start of school in August.
For questions about your order, contact Educational Products at 800-365-5345.
The School Supply Kits are a fundraiser for the PTOs. Parents can buy the grade-level materials on their own; access the School Supply Lists at https://www.kcsd96.org/curriculum/school-supply-lists.
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Teacher Appreciation Week
Thank you to the parents and our PTO for making our Teacher Appreciation Week special. There is a positive, meaningful partnership between the teachers at Woodlawn and this community. We are so thankful for all of you and everything you have done for us.
Bittersweet News
I have been so blessed to work with the best Assistant Principals throughout my tenure here at Woodlawn. I am excited to share that Brigitte Cameron is moving to Prairie Elementary School to be the AP there next year. Brigitte has been outstanding and I am sad to lose her but I know this is a good move for her career and the right move for D96. Add Brigitte to the long list of "great ones" and add her to my list of dear friends.
Lloyd Bachrach - Yes You Can!
Each year I ask the PTO for one assembly. I want Lloyd Bachrach to come to Woodlawn and share his story with the 8th-grade students before they move on to high school. Lloyd talks about overcoming adversity, achieving and succeeding. He has overcome obstacles and is a another good friend of mine. Ask you 8th grade student about Lloyd.
Finally, for Teacher Appreciation Week...thank you Woodlawn teachers & staff for being the best group of professionals a guy could ask for...you really do change the world.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead