Paw Paw Schools Weekly Update

We hope to see everyone at Family Learning Night on Monday November 9 from 5:00-6:00!

Doors open at 7:45 a.m.

Tardy Bell 8:00 a.m.

Dismissal: 3:00 p.m.

Breakfast is available from 7:45-8:00 a.m.

The governor signed Senate Bill 2427, “requir[ing] school districts to develop and implement a bell-to-bell policy, restricting access to cell phones between the hours of the first arrival bell to the final dismissal bell.” What this means for Paw Paw School is that all students’ phones, ear buds and smart watches will be in YONDR Pouches from the time the morning bell rings at 8:00 a.m. until the end of the school day at 3:00 p.m. JH students will be able to keep their YONDR Pouches with them during the day. Elementary students that have cell phones at school will keep their phones in the YONDR Pouches in a basket in their classroom. For elementary students that do not have a phone or smartwatch, no YONDR Pouch will be assigned to them. This article summarizes the bill. Students still will be able to use their phones before and after school. Smartwatches and earbuds will be placed in YONDR Pouches as well per our student handbook.

The school calendar can be accessed at the link below.

Closed Session: 6:00 p.m.

Open Session: 6:30 p.m.

Please contact Ms. Bivins with any questions you have related to athletics.

Her email is jbivins@2paws.net

Athletic Physical Grades 5-8:

5th-8th Grade students wishing to participate in any school sport are required to have a Sport Physical before participating (this includes practices).

Sports Physicals are NOT acceptable for School Physicals. However, a School Physical IS acceptable for a Sports Physical.

November 5-7: 7th GBB Jr. 10 Conference Tournament @ Paw Paw

November 10-13: 8th GBB Jr. 10 Conference Tournament @ IC

November 10: BBB vs Holy Cross 5:00

November 16: BBB @ Plano 4:30

November 17: GBB vs. IC

November 19: BBB vs. Earlville 4:30

November 23: BBB @ Newark 4:30

November 30: BBB @ Rochelle (7th Grade Only) 5:00

We have the following position available:

Special Education Teacher

Please apply online at www.2paws.net under Employment

If you want your child to be able to take over the counter medications at school without having to come in and administer them yourself, you will need to have your child's doctor complete this form and return it to the office. Without this form on file the school is unable to administer any medications to your child (this includes Tylenol, ibuprofen, etc.).

November 9: Family Learning Night: 5:00-6:00

November 11: Veterans Day Breakfast & Assembly 7:30

November 16: IC Incoming Freshman Night (for 8th grade families) 7:00 p.m.

November 17: School Board Meeting 6:30 open session

November 20: Family Bingo 6:30

November 24: Early Dismissal 12:30

November 25-27: No School Thanksgiving Break

Handle with Care

If your family is experiencing difficulties at home, we would like to provide additional support at school. We understand that you are not always able to share details, and that is okay. If your child is coming to school after a difficult night, morning, or weekend, please message us, “Handle with care.” Nothing else will be said or asked. This will let us know that your child may need extra time, patience, or help throughout the school day.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

At Paw Paw, we are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of families within our community. To better understand the needs and challenges faced by families here, we are sending out a quick Family Needs Questionnaire. Your participation is highly encouraged, as it will help us improve our ability to provide services and support to address the issues that matter most to you and your family. The answers you provide will be kept confidential and be used only for the purpose of providing you with information and resources regarding your families needs. To participate in the Family Needs Questionnaire, please click here.

We understand that your time is important, and we genuinely appreciate your willingness to participate. In the coming weeks, our team will be reaching out to those who requested it.

Thank you for your help in building a stronger, more supportive community for all. Together, we can make a difference. If you have any immediate questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Jennifer DuBois at, jdubois@2paws.net

Our school district has partnered with the Regional Office of Education (ROE) #47 to offer a support system for students and families that need support and basic assistance. The ROE staff will work closely with families who need additional support in accessing community resources, providing family education on various topics, and family goal-setting.

Basic Needs Assistance Not Limited To:

• Food Assistance

• Clothing Assistance

• Housing Assistance

• Utility Assistance

• Community Resources

• Medical/ Dental

• Medicaid/SNAP Application Assistance

• Mental Health/Substance Use Services

• Finding Childcare

Family Education Not Limited To:

• Born Learning in Partnership with Whiteside County United Way

• Parental Strategies While Coping With Your Own Mental Health Challenges

• The IEP Process Prep Series

• Family Goal Setting

• Financial Planning-What Families Learned During a Pandemic.

• Understanding My Medicaid Benefits

• And so much more!!!

This support will be confidential and respectful. There are no fees for families to participate in this program. If you have any questions about this program or need additional support, please contact our Nexus coordinator, Lacy Hansen at lhansen@2paws.net or call 815-627-2671

If you prefer to contact the ROE directly, please call 815-625-1945.

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Email: jdubois@2paws.net
Website: www.2paws.net
Location: 511 Chapman St, Paw Paw, IL, 61353
Phone: 815-627-2671
Facebook: facebook.com/Go2paws