1. Follow directions
2. Use kind words
3. Keep my hands and feet to myself
4. Make safe choices
5. DO MY BEST!
A Look Back...
Grade 1 ~ High Touch/High Tech Our first graders had another exciting visit this week from High Tech-High Touch. This in house field trip coordinated with their solids/liquids units. While the scientist was here the children participated in various experiments to discover the properties of solids and liquids and characteristics of both physical and chemical changes. They LOVED having this experience.
Grade 2 ~ Entrepreneur Day Second grade students all took part in Entrepeneur Day where they participated as either a producer, consumer, or both. In addition, each classroom adopted a different charity for students to learn the value of giving to others. Thank you, parents, for your donations towards these great causes!
Grade 4 ~ Ellis Island Fourth grade students have been learning about the hardships immigrants faced as they came to the United States. They took part in a reenactment of the immigrant experience of those who came through Eills Island. This was truly moving to watch and I was so impressed with the work of our students and teachers to make this so meaningful.
A Look Ahead...
MAP Testing
On Monday we will begin administering the Measures of Academic Progress (M.A.P.) assessment to all students. As you recall, the M.A.P. assessment is administered to students three times a year in the areas of reading and math. This assessment allows educators to examine students’ progress in these content areas over time. This assessment is also used to reevaluate students’ need for intervention outside of the regular education classroom. We look forward to sharing your child’s results with you.
On Monday we will begin administering the Measures of Academic Progress (M.A.P.) assessment to all students. As you recall, the M.A.P. assessment is administered to students three times a year in the areas of reading and math. This assessment allows educators to examine students’ progress in these content areas over time. This assessment is also used to reevaluate students’ need for intervention outside of the regular education classroom. We look forward to sharing your child’s results with you.
Nutrition for Children
Is improving what your family eats one of your New Year’s Resolutions? Nutrition for children is the topic of the daytime Parent-To-Parent Network program next Wed., Jan. 18 (9:00 a.m. at Sunset Foods in Long Grove, 2nd floor). If you want more information about this free program featuring dietician Dave Grotto, please call the public info coordinator at 847.459.4260, ext. 7722.
KIDS Mini-Grant
Our students are invited by the District 96 Foundation to be creative and suggest their ideas for making their classrooms and our school a better place to learn. The Foundation is again accepting nominations online for KIDS mini-grants (Kids Initiating a Difference in School). Please encourage your child to apply. Find the KIDS MINI-GRANT LINK on the front page of the District website. The last day KIDS mini-grant proposals will be accepted is Mon., Jan. 31. Questions? Contact Foundation President Wright Chase wwc11@aol.com
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration for the 2012-2013 school year began on January 3. Students must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2012. Registration will be accepted at Willow Grove Kindergarten and Early Childhood Center between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm when school is in session. Please bring an original birth certificate (not a copy), travel visa or passport for the enrolling student. Additionally please bring two forms of residency (i.e. a tax bill or monthly mortgage statement or current lease agreement AND utility bill or home insurance bill or driver's license). If you have any questions please call Sue Winston at 847-541-3660.
Forms & Information
Click here for access to new and archived forms and information. New this week:
- Hoops for Heart Permission Slip - 5th Grade Students
- Jump Rope for Heart Permission Slip - 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade Students
- 2nd Grade In House Field Trip - High Touch/High Tech
Calendar Highlights for Next Week
This is a brief look at what's ahead. Please be sure to follow D96 ENews and our Kildeer PTO Newsletter.
- Monday, January 23 - MAP Testing Begins thru February 3rd
- Monday, January 23 - ACCESS Testing for ELL continues
- Thursday, January 26 - In House Field Trip for Grade 2
- Friday, January 27 - In House Field Trip for Grade 2
- Friday, January 27 - Beach Day for Grade 1
PTO Highlights of the Week
- Spiritwear! ~ Show your colors! Spiritwear sale begins ~ check out the new merchandise online or in the front office.
Don't forget to check out our PTO Newsletter, where something exciting
is always going on. Thanks to our PTO for all of your support!
