Upcoming Date Reminders
Friday, May 24, Half-Day Institute
- Full-day kindergarten students, half-day kindergarten students, and students in the structured program dismiss at 11:45 AM. Lunch is NOT served on our half-days. All students may pack their typical daily snack to have during their shortened school day.
- Blended EC PM Only 8:45-11:15 AM (No School for AM Students).
Monday, May 27, No School for Memorial Day holiday
Tuesday, June 4, Half-Day, last day of school
- Full-day kindergarten students, half-day kindergarten students, and students in the structured program dismiss at 11:45 AM. Lunch is NOT served on our half-days. All students may pack their typical daily snack to have during their shortened school day.
- Blended EC AM Only 8:45-11:15 AM (No School for PM Students).
Encouraging Children to Be Open in a Competitive World
(for parents of KDG–Grade 8)
Willow Grove Early Learning Center
777 Checker Dr., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Tues., May 21, 2019
7–8:30 p.m.
Learning is one of the greatest gifts humans have. Many people become discouraged when they don’t know something. This workshop with returning popular guest speaker Dr. Michael Maniacci for parents of children Grades KDG–8 encourages optimism. The focus is on encouraging your child to love learning and to understand that learning is not the same as knowing.
Dr. Maniacci is a licensed clinical psychologist, instructor, and published author whose works have been translated into numerous languages.
All interested adults are welcome. Contact the District 96 Parent Community Liaison Lubna Andrabi with questions, 847.459.4260, ext. 8136, [email protected]
Thank you, PTO & Families!
Thank you to the PTO for putting together the fun family festivities this week for our end of the year family picnic! What a great turn out! Thank you one and all for making it. What a great way to celebrate as we are nearing the close of our school year.
Appropriate Use of the Student/Family Directory
The Student/Family Directory online is solely for the convenience of parents, staff, and students in District 96.
Families are reminded that information in the District 96 Student Family Directory is not to be used for solicitation or for commercial use for any purpose, including business or charitable organizations.
Access your child’s MAP student progress report
The District will send a School Messenger email today between 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm with instructions for accessing your child's MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) student progress report online. The message will include links to more information about understanding student growth, RIT scores, and general information about the MAP assessment.
Please contact Jeanne Spiller, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, if you would like more information about your child's report.
(847) 459-4260, ext. 8010, [email protected]
We Need Your Help!
It's enrollment season! As families move into your neighborhood, let them know it's time to register for the 2019/20 school year. It isn't uncommon for families to wait until August. It helps us immensely to secure our classroom sections. New neighbors? Spread the word! Enrollment is happening now. School offices are open through June. Registration will continue through July in the District Office at 1050 Ivy Hall Lane, Buffalo Grove. Also, if you haven't registered your son or daughter and are planning on attending next year, please do so right away. Thank you!
PTO News
Thank you for coming out to our Family Picnic event!
Yearbooks go home with students on the last day of school. If your child misses the last day, the office is open all of June. You may stop by in June to pick it up. Thank you!
Time is running out to purchase your 2019/20 supply kit!
Click here to read the PTO blog to learn further details about all of this and more!
Warm regards,
Jenny Smith, Principal
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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.
BLAST OFF To Summer!
It's hard to believe, but summer is getting close! We'd like to celebrate the end of our school year with the Blast Off to Summer Countdown! Check out the countdown to see how your child can participate!
Field Day, May 30th
We have Field Day on Thursday, May 30th. Children spend a portion of their day outside. It is advised that you apply sunscreen in the morning. Children can also bring sunscreen, but we cannot apply it. Please practice having your child apply their own sunscreen. It is also advised that you dress your child knowing they'll be in the sun if you are concerned about too much sun, such as wearing a long sleeve, lightweight, light-colored shirt. Children can also wear hats and sunglasses. If the weather looks chilly, please also dress your children appropriately (layers is a great idea). Please have kids wear sneakers/gym shoes as they’ll be running a lot. No sandals, crocs, etc. No water bottles necessary. We provide water for the kids to grab outside.
Thank you to our parent volunteers. Volunteers may not bring additional children or adults. This is also not a day for parent observers unless you are a volunteer, notified by Mrs. O'Gara. Any adult viewing the activities who are not an approved volunteer will be asked to leave, as this is a distraction to both students and staff.