An Update from Hough Elementary
Message from Principal Schumacher
Dear Hough Families,
Welcome back! We hope you and your children had a restful and refreshing break. It has been wonderful to see our students back in the building—reconnecting with friends, settling into routines, and jumping back into learning with energy and enthusiasm. Hough truly shines when our community is together, and we’re excited for all that lies ahead.
As we move forward this season, our Character Strong focus is perseverance—the ability to keep going even when things feel challenging. Throughout the school day, students will be encouraged to reflect on what perseverance looks like in learning, friendships, and problem-solving. Whether it’s tackling a tricky math problem, practicing a new skill, or navigating social situations, we’re helping students understand that effort, resilience, and a growth mindset matter just as much as the outcome.
We are also thrilled to share that children’s author Mat Hegarty will be visiting Hough next Friday, 1/16! He is the author and illustrator of several engaging children’s books. He lives happily in Vermont with his best buds and family. He writes graphic novels like 'Lumberjackula', ‘Indoor Kid', 'Martian Ghost Centaur', and ‘Unplugged and Unpopular'. Mat is dyslexic and struggled in school. He now travels the country talking to elementary and middle school students about the strengths of learning disabilities. During the 2023-2024 school year Mat and his family bought an RV and traveled all across the U.S. It was life-changingly amazing!
Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support. We look forward to a wonderful stretch of learning, growth, and celebration together.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten 2026 !!
We are gearing up to welcome in our newest kindergarteners next year, also known as the BHS Class of 2039 . If you have a rising kindergartener, please fill out this informational questionnaire to begin the process and plan on joining us at one of the dates below!
Monday 2/2 - General kindergarten session at each elementary school
Wednesday 2/4 - Chinese Immersion Info Night at North Barrington Elementary
Thursday 2/5 - Spanish Dual Language at Lines Elementary
Tuesday 2/10 - K-Lab (Kindergarten Lab) at BHS
All meetings begin at 6 p.m. You can read more information on our website. To register your incoming kindergartener for the 2026-27 school year, please contact the Central Registration Office at registration@barrington220.org or call 847-842-3534.
Speech Tournament Information
The Speech Tournament will be held after school at Hough on Monday, March 9th. Your child will be assigned a time mid-late February with their after school time on March 9th to perform their selection at Hough. This year, students can perform in person solos, duets, or small groups. Students are encouraged to ask a parent, grandparent, older sibling, or trusted adult outside of school to act as a coach.
All student applications and coaching agreements are due electronically by Friday, January 16th at the latest. Students must bring their iPads to the meeting this Friday, January 9th to join the speech tournament Schoology group. This is where they will access all the information, scripts, and application form.
Love to watch kids perform a skit? Our Speech Tournament Coordinator, Mrs. Conant, is looking for parents to help to judge our Annual Speech Tournament on March 9, 2026 after school. If you are interested, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Conant, jconant@barrington220.org, for more information.
Hough Family Dance
On Friday, January 30th Get ready to groove and have a blast at our Snowball Dance! Bring the whole family to dance the night away, show off your limbo skills, and enjoy some tasty snacks. It’s going to be a night full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Don't miss the party of the season—let's make it snow with excitement! Tickets $20/per family OR $5/per ticket CLICK NOW TO BUY TICKETS!!
Hough Street School's 80s Prom Parent Fundraiser!
Get ready to tease your hair, dust off those leg warmers, and break out your best 80s style! We are excited to invite all Hough Street adults to an 80s Prom-themed fundraiser-a fun night out for a great cause. The event is on Friday, February 6 from 6:00-10:00 PM at Kelsey Roadhouse Restaurant.
We encourage you to purchase your tickets as soon as possible to take advantage of the early bird rate of 80$! After today the ticket price is 100$/ticket. Click here to purchase tickets NOW! are also currently seeking auction item donations to help make this fundraiser a success. If you or someone you know would like to donate an item, please contact Kate Fanselow at kate@kfgcompass.com. For any event-related questions, feel free to reach out to Katie Wilson at ohmrswilson1@gmail.com.
Inaugural Hough Multi-Cultural Night
Join us for a vibrant and exciting Multi-Cultural Night on February 19th, 2026! This special event celebrates the diversity of our school community and provides a wonderful opportunity for families to share their unique cultures and traditions. We invite families to participate by signing up to bring a dish, showcase a tradition, perform a dance, introduce a game that reflects their heritage, or any activity that you would like to share with the Hough family.
This is a fantastic way to explore the rich tapestry of cultures represented in our school and to foster understanding and appreciation among students and families. Whether it's a favorite recipe, a traditional costume, a cultural dance, a fun game from your country, or just coming to explore and experience other cultures, we encourage everyone to contribute!
Please sign up using the provided link to list your activity and the country it represents. Let’s come together to celebrate our differences and learn from one another in a joyful, festive atmosphere! We look forward to an evening filled with delicious food, exciting performances, and engaging activities!
Multi-Cultural Sign-up Sheet: Hough Multi-Cultural Night
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect and share with our school community!
If you’d like to help coordinate the event or if you have any questions, please reach out to Crystal Pepper crystal.d.pepper@gmail.com
