A Look Back...
Cultural Arts-George Washington Follies ~ Thank you to our PTO for our Cultural Arts assembly this week. Kids shared many laughs and were engaged throughout as they watched President George Washington develop his understanding of how to lead a nation of the people, by the people and for the people.
The Role of Coaches in the District 96 Classroom ~ How does District 96 use coaches in the classroom to build our teachers' capacity to implement best practices and extend learning for our students? On Jan. 8, the District 96 Board of Education heard a presentation by Director of Professional Development Jeanne Spiller and District faculty on EVOLVING ROLE OF COACHES and the positive difference that coaches are making.
The Role of Coaches in the District 96 Classroom ~ How does District 96 use coaches in the classroom to build our teachers' capacity to implement best practices and extend learning for our students? On Jan. 8, the District 96 Board of Education heard a presentation by Director of Professional Development Jeanne Spiller and District faculty on EVOLVING ROLE OF COACHES and the positive difference that coaches are making.
A Look Ahead...
Valentine's Day ~ No food items attached to Valentine's being passed out in school. For additional information see the previous Principal's Message.
As this assessment is completed and score reports are analyzed, you will be provided with information about your student. In the meantime, if you have any questions about the assessment, how it is administered, and how the information is used, please do not hesitate to contact me.
A Reminder From Your Student Council ~ PAJAMA DRIVE! ~ Together We Can Make a Difference! ~ Kildeer Student Council will be having a pajama drive (NEW only) and/or nNEW book drive. Click here to learn more about this amazing cause to deliver warm p.j.'s and nurturing books to kids in need. We are PROUD to be Kildeer Cougars who Make a Difference for KIDS!
K.I.D.S. Mini-Grants: Does your student have a novel idea that will help classmates learn?
The District 96 Foundation is now accepting applications from students for K.I.D.S. Mini-Grant Program (Kids Initiating a Difference in School). Read details and complete the online form found at www.96foundation.org. Don’t delay–the deadline for accepting applications is Fri., Feb. 1. Winners are acknowledged by the foundation prize patrol who will be out and about February 28th and March 1st. Questions? Call the public info coordinator at 847.459.4260, ext. 7722.
From the District 96 Foundation ~ Who in District 96 is your child’s champion?
A call for Crystal Apple nominations
Do you know someone who exemplifies the best of District 96? Nominate him or her for 2013 Crystal Apple recognition–an honored tradition in District 96 since 1998! ONLINE NOMINATIONS are now open for submission through Feb. 8, 2013, at www.96foundation.org
Be sure to save the date for the Annual Recognition Dinner: March 15, 2013, at The Arboretum Club, 401 Half Day Rd., Buffalo Grove.
From the Lake County Health Department ~ Click here for a Parent's Guide to the Flu.
Click here for access to archived forms, student opportunities, and information.
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 21~ NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Tuesday, January 22 ~ EARLY DISMISSAL @ 2:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 22 ~ MAP Testing Begins through February 1
- Thursday, January 24 ~ Dessert Day
- Thursday, January 24 ~ PTO General Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, January 25 ~ 1st Grade Beach Day
PTO Highlight of the Week
Thanks to our PTO for all of your support!
