The Weekly: October 4
This past week we celebrated Custodian Appreciation Day. Our custodians, Mr. Charlie and Ms. Eugenia, work tirelessly to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming. They often go above and beyond to ensure that our environment is conducive for learning. It's never too late to take a moment to stop, recognize, and thank Mr. Charlie and Ms. Eugenia for their hard work and dedication!
First graders recently had the opportunity to meet with local author Hafsa Mahmood and learn all about how she wrote a book with her sons, who are students in our district! Second graders will be meeting her soon.
For more information about their book, please read below:
Little Birdies Lose their Colors is a story that encourages self identity, diversity, individuality and eating healthy. These topics can be difficult to discuss. By joining the little birdies on their journey, everyone can talk about important issues openly and honestly. This children's book simplifies complicated topics and brings everyone back to the basics of peacefully embracing and appreciating each other.
The book was a young boy's bedtime story he made up with his mom. He had a dream for his story to be in his library. After his mom first told him it was just in their heads, he insisted. To bring the boy's vision to life, the mom and son duo formally wrote out their story, created all the artwork via scrapbooking, and self-published the book that's now at the young boy's library, along with many other libraries and schools. Mission accomplished and kudos to the then 7-year-old author who's now at Lakeview Junior High!
If you'd like to learn more about the book or get a copy for yourself, please visit www.little-birdies.com ! Book proceeds go to a few charities including Fist Book, LitWorld and Unicef USA.
We have a fun filled day planned for our K-2 students at Elizabeth Ide School on Thursday, October 31st! All students are invited to participate in a parade and a classroom party. Below you will find helpful information regarding this exciting day! Our 3 and 4 year Old PreSchool Classrooms will also have this opportunity; please watch for more communication from your preschool teacher regarding specific dates and times.
COSTUMES: K-2 students may wear a costume or fall themed outfit to school on October 31st. Please note the following: Costumes may not depict any form of violence or gore that may scare other children. Toy weapons or weapon look-alikes are not allowed at school. Masks can be worn during the parade, but must not impede the student’s vision.
PARADE: We are thrilled to invite our families and community to our school-wide parade. Weather permitting, the parade will be outside starting at 8:15am. Our morning Pre-K starts at 8am, so please do not arrive prior to 8:05am. The parade will begin at the green star and end at the red star (see image below). Families and community members may line up along either side of the parade route to cheer our students on during the parade! Please leave sidewalks clear for our students. While families and community members are encouraged to walk, if able, we are also working on possible options for overflow parking. Details will be communicated prior to the event. A revised plan will be communicated if weather does not permit.
CLASSROOM PARTIES: K-2 classroom parties will be hosted by PTO room parents. There will not be any food provided to students to consume during the party.
We appreciate your support and willingness to contribute these exciting experiences for our students.
If you have any questions, please call the main office at 630-783-5200.
As always, thank you for everything you do and we hope to see you October 31st!
TEAM66 Community Discount Card
The Community Discount Card is your ticket to exclusive savings at your favorite local businesses while supporting our foundation and district students. For just $20, this card gives you access to fantastic discounts at a variety of popular spots from August 2024 to August 2025. The card is easy to use—just show it at participating businesses to receive your discount. Plus, a portion of the proceeds goes directly to TEAM66, helping to support our local community. Cards will be delivered to the school to go home with students. Click HERE to purchase.
TEAM66 Trunk or Treat - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are still looking for volunteers to help get goodies to trunks when they run out, traffic support and help to check in everyone. The volunteer slots are for 1-hour, so you can still enjoy the event with your family. This event cannot happen without our volunteers. Please help us fill our volunteer slots so we can open up ticket sales. Thank you!
