We Show Cougar Pride When We Give FIVE!

1. Follow directions

2. Use kind words

3. Keep my hands and feet to myself

4. Make safe choices

5. DO MY BEST!

Friday, May 3, 2013

Kildeer Principal's Message 5/3/13


A Look Back...
ABC Countdown Has Begun!  ~ The kids had a blast on bubble day!  Take a look at our scrapbook page to see!
A Look Ahead... 
Beginning Monday, May 6 New Security Procedure for Entering the Building During the School Day and at Dismissal ~ District staff must “buzz” twice to allow entry to a person coming to the building during the school day. After asking the individual’s name and reason for visiting the building, the first “buzz” gives him or her access to the locked vestibule area. A second "buzz"–and additional conversation with District 96 staff, as needed–is then required before the visitor gains access to the building office. 

Our tardies are exceedingly numerous, and your efforts to get students here before 8:20 are greatly appreciated. If students are late, please "buzz" into the building and then the office with your child to sign-in.

There will be no change to procedures currently followed for building access for after-school clubs and athletic events.

Implementing the new security system from May 6th through the end of the current school year will allow us to evaluate procedures and consider additional measures available through a second phase of security enhancements.

From the Nurse's Office ~ Tick Season
We are currently in the spring tick season. Ticks favor a moist, shaded environment. Students are always advised not to play under trees during recess. However, it is important to check children for ticks regularly after they have been playing outside.

ABC Countdown to the End of the School Year Continues ~
PLEASE NOTE...Revision to previous countdown calendar.  5th Grade Transition Day was incorrect.




An Invitation to All Our Wonderful Parent Volunteers ~



A Message from The Student Council~Please Help us Collect Supplies so... 
TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Orphanage Project Update
This Summer a group of volunteers including one of our own Kildeer staff is going on a trip to Mexico to help out at an orphanage in need. The orphanage is located in Vicente, Guerrero. The volunteers of this project have decided to do a fun craft called Rain Sticks.

Please donate for the Student Council orphanage project!
We have filled up on tape and rice but 

still need stickers, empty paper towel rolls, & aluminum foil.

Thank you Club House for the colored tape. Thank you also to the family who left the giant bag of rice! Please drop off the listed supplies in the art room any time or leave at the office. 
 
Duncan, from Student Council

Registration for New Families ~ Do you have or know of any new families in the Kildeer School community? Please remind them to come in and register their children for next year. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Registration Update–Register by May 17 to Save ~ Registration emails were sent out April 1 for the 2013-14 school year. ALL students who will attend District 96 in the Aug. 2013–June 2014 school year must register.  Click on the link in the registration email you were sent to open the online registration form for your student. The subject line of the email reads: "Register your District 96 Student for 2013–2014 School Year."  Please read carefully to confirm the accuracy of the information that appears. It is very important that we have current contact information for your family to send you communications and to reach you in an emergency. Please update your information as necessary. Registration questions? Please call 847.459.4260, ext. 7722

Moving over the Summer? ~ Please contact the Kildeer Office to get started on the paperwork to provide for a smooth transition.  Thank you.

  Forms & Information
Click here for access to new archived forms, student opportunities, and information.
  • ABC Countdown Calendar ~ click here
  • Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast ~ click here
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, May 6 - May 10 ~ Staff Appreciation Week Begins
  • Monday, May 6 ~ MAP Testing Continues
  • Monday, May 6 ~ Nurses Day
  • Tuesday, May 7 ~ EARLY RELEASE DAY @ 2:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 9 ~ Dessert Day
  • Sunday, May 12 ~ Mother's Day
PTO Highlight of the Week
Mark your calendars!  Our PTO Volunteer Breakfast and PTO General Meeting is on May 22nd!

Please click on our newsletter link below to learn about committee chair opportunities for next year.  We would love your help!