Bulldog Bulletin

Dear Churchill Families,

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our wonderful Churchill Moms!

With just 17 days of school remaining, things are moving quickly. Please be sure to stay informed by keeping an eye on upcoming events and important announcements.

Wishing you a joyful Sunday and a fantastic week ahead!

Warmly,
Mrs. Peacock

Homewood-Flossmoor High School is proud to announce a special series of parent, educator and student-focused presentations aimed at promoting digital literacy, online safety, and mental health awareness among both junior high and high school students in the community.

Renowned cyber safety expert and retired police Detective Rich Wistocki is dedicated to educating young people and their families about the real dangers of the digital world. His powerful and relatable presentations equip students, parents and families with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate today’s technology safely and responsibly.

This presentation is open to district 153, 161, and 233 parents, guardians, supporters, educators, staff, board members and local mental health professionals. Parents will be provided with a presentation and a CYBER GUIDE FOR PARENTS on the following:

Understanding what is on your child’s phone applications

The dangers of online gaming

File Sharing

Video Sharing online

Controlling and monitoring your child’s cell phone

Parenting discussions

Dear Parents,

If your child needs to take medication during school hours, a completed Medication Authorization Form is required. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our school nurse, Mrs. Brackin, at megan.brackin@hsd153.org.

Thank you,
Megan Brackin
School Nurse

Please visit the District 153 Virtual Backpack from time to time. Information about summer events and activities for you and your children will be posted. See the link below.

Dear Fifth Grade Families,

We are thrilled to announce an exciting event for our fifth graders as the school year draws to a close! On Tuesday June 3rd, we will be hosting an end-of-year celebration for our fifth graders to celebrate the achievements and growth of our students throughout their time at Churchill School.

To ensure that all students have the opportunity to attend and enjoy this special occasion, invitations will be based on student referral data. Students will earn points through positive referrals, demonstrating their commitment to showing Bulldog Best Behavior and contributing positively to our school community. Points will be deducted for office and classroom referrals that reflect behaviors that do not align with our school’s expectations. All students will start Monday, March 24th with 100 points. Positive referrals will earn students an additional 25 points while referrals that are earned due to physical altercation will deduct 30 points. Additionally, all other office (major) referrals will deduct 25 points and classroom (minor) referrals will deduct 10 points. To earn an invitation to the dance, students will need a total of 75 points.

Throughout the coming weeks, classroom teachers will maintain open communication with families regarding student’s behavior and progress toward earning their invitation to the dance. We encourage you to partner with us in motivating your child to exhibit their Bulldog Best Behavior in and out of the classroom. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every student feels empowered to succeed. We understand the importance of celebrating milestones and creating lasting memories for our students, and we are committed to ensuring that the end-of-the- year celebration is a safe, enjoyable, and inclusive event for all fifth graders.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Let’s make this end-of-school dance a memorable experience for our fifth graders!

Nakia Norman

Dean of Students, Churchill School

Ashley Evans

Interim Dean of Students, Churchill School

Thank you to all of the parents and community members that came out to our meeting last Wednesday. Your suggestions and comments are invaluable. Many of your suggestions will go into effect during the month of May and beginning next school year.

Save the date:

Our next monthly meeting will be May 30th in the morning from 10-11am in the Churchill Conference Room. We will continue to discuss parent volunteerism and attendance. Please RSVP below.

Thank you,

Mrs. Peacock

Arrival Time:

• To ensure the safety of your student, the earliest they should arrive to school is 8:15am. We do not have supervision until 8:15am. The tardy bell rings at 8:30am. If you have any questions please call the main office at 708-798-3424.

Early Dismissal or Transportation Change:

• If a student needs to be picked up early or a transportation change is needed, please call the main office at 708.798.3424, before 2:30pm. You may also send a written note to school with your student. They must bring it to the main office.
• The next early dismissal is Friday, May 23rd. Students will be dismissed at 12 noon. If you need to make a transportation change, please call the main office before 11:15am.

Lunch Drop Off:

• Food delivery services such as Uber Eats, Door Dash, etc., are not allowed and will be returned.
• Parents/Guardians may drop off lunch for students 20 minutes before the lunch period begins.
• Lunch period times are:
• 3rd grade 10:40am
• 4th grade 11:30am
• 5th Grade 12:15pm

1. Step up Night for 2nd Grade Families - May 13th at Churchill at 6pm
2. Orchestra Concert, May 14, 2025 - 7pm at James Hart School
3. Art Show - May 21, 2025 at Churchill from 5-7pm
4. Early Dismissal at 12 noon on May 23, 2025
5. Churchill Talent Show during the school day, May 28, 2025
6. Lost and Found Donation to Goodwill is Friday, May 30th. Please remind your student to check the lost and found to claim their items.