TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th IS AN EARLY DISMISSAL DAY
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Full-day Kindergarten and structured students dismiss @ 2 PM
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Half-day Kindergarten students dismiss at the regular time of 11:50 AM
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Blended: AM hrs: 8:45–10:45 AM; Blended PM hrs: Noon–2 PM
A Parent Learning Opportunity presented by the D96 Parent Network
Coping with Anxiety–A Program for Parents
Wed., Sept. 26, 7–8:30 p.m.
Twin Groves Middle School Learning Center, 2600 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., BG
These are anxiety-provoking times. Learn from popular returning speaker Dr. Michael Maniacci about how you can help your kids cope with today's challenges and stressors. Ask questions and leave with an understanding and practical strategies you can use.
No fee/no preregistration. All interested adults are welcome. Arrive late or leave early as your schedule requires.
Questions? Contact D96 Community Parent Liaison Lubna Andrabi at lkhan-andrabi@
International Day of Peace & Dessert Day
A few highlights from our week, recognizing the International Day of Peace and enjoying our special treat for our PTO desert day. Thank you to our PTO for organizing and working to provide the treats today! YOU'RE AMAZING!
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IMPORTANT INFO for Willow Grove families who chose to make monthly tuition payments throughout the 2018–2019 school year. Please take note...
Typically, from September through April, parents who selected to pay their Willow Grove student's tuition by monthly payments online will receive an email on the 25th day of the month reminding them of the payment due date on the 1st day of the following month. The reminder email includes a link to the K12 Payment Center.
This month, however, because of a recent staffing change and an employee’s absence due to personal loss, the tuition payment reminder email will be sent on Tues., Oct. 9, rather than on Tues., Sept. 25. The payment typically due on Oct. 1 will instead be due on Oct. 15. A $15 late fee will be added for payment of this monthly fee received after Oct. 25.
The regular monthly payment schedule will then resume.
Beginning Oct. 25, the regular schedule will resume for tuition reminder emails. That is, a reminder will be sent on Oct. 25 advising of the next monthly tuition installment due on Nov. 1, with a $15 late fee applicable after Nov. 10.
The Full-Day Kindergarten monthly tuition installment is $203.68. A $15 late fee will be added for any monthly tuition payment received after the 10th of the month.
The Early Childhood Blended monthly tuition installment is $335.07. A $15 late fee will be added for any monthly tuition payment received after the 10th of the month.
Questions? Please contact Business Services Coordinator Michelle Whitlow: [email protected], 847.459.4260, ext. 8006
Willow Walk - Wednesday, September 26th
The kids won't be outside for more than 30 minutes or so on our walk day. It's in the morning, so if you are concerned about mosquitoes or sun, please make sure you put bug spray and/or sunscreen on your child before leaving for school. Long sleeves and pants also help with this. Dress your child for the weather.
Let's cross our fingers for a nice day! If it rains and we need to cancel/reschedule the event, I will send out a message to all parents in the morning. I do try to not have to cancel it, so this would probably be pretty last minute as weather can change quickly.
More information on this event towards the end of this message.
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The following is repeat information from last week's blog, but still current. You can skip this if you already reviewed last week's message.
Willow Walk - Wednesday, September 26
On September 26th, we'll be having our first annual "Willow Walk." Due to the age of our students (early childhood and kindergarten only), this is a reasonable walk designed just for them! The walk will promote positive school unity and give us all a brief activity to enjoy as a school family. This is not a 5k-like event. This is much shorter given the age of our students.
Please be sure to dress your children for walking in mind and for the weather. We will go out if it is cold. If it is rainy, we will try to schedule a rain date. Let's cross our fingers for a beautiful day!
Children will be provided with water after the walk (thank you, PTO!).
Parents may view the walk from the designated viewing area. The viewing area is on our front sidewalk/grassy area surrounding the flagpole, along Checker Dr. Do not stand on the circle drive or walk onto our campus during the walk. We must maintain a safe and orderly environment for all children. The walk begins at about 10:00 and kids will circle past the viewing area one time for you to cheer them on! ;)
A Special Note for Parents of PM Blended Early Childhood Students
As we want this to be an opportunity for all of our students, you are welcome to bring your child to attend. Please bring your child to the Willow Grove office at 9:30 a.m. where they will meet their teacher to participate in the walk. You may view the walk from our designated viewing area (by the flagpole) and come to the main office after the event to collect your child. If you would like to bring your child to the walk, please email his/her teacher to let them know, so they know who to expect. Emails here: Nicole Yandura or Taylor Weihe
Picture Day
What parent doesn't love getting their child's first school pictures? They are just precious! Looking back at my own kids' school pictures (and my own!) is always a fun time. Even the not so great pictures we get back because our kids don't have us there cheering them on for the photos...you know the ones, with the crooked smile or shy, timid face...somehow those end up being our favorite! Picture day is coming up on Wednesday, October 3, with retakes available on Tuesday, November 13th. You'll receive packets home from your child's teacher in the near future with further details.
Thought Exchange Partnership - Parent Opportunity
Now seeking parents to fill open positions on our district Thought Exchange Partnership, formerly known as the Parent Review Committee! If you are looking for a way to get involved, be a voice for Willow Grove, and learn about the wonderful things happening in District 96, please consider joining. If you are interested in this opportunity, email me to express interest by September 28th! 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 Thursday, October 11th 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.
Warm regards,
Jenny Smith, Principal
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