VIKING VIEW

As we start to plan our return to school, we have dates and details to share. If your student is an eLearner, everything will remain the same and you can ignore this part of our newsletter. If your student is a hybrid student, they will follow the hybrid schedule they had when we were in-person (unless we set something else up with you individually).

Hybrid Return to School Dates

Tuesday, 1/19: All 5th Grade Hybrid Students Return and select 6-8 Grade Students

Monday, 1/25: All 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Hybrid Students Return

What should I bring?

Please bring a fully charged Chromebook, wear a mask and bring a backup one just in case, a notebook and writing utensils, needed books and anything else your teachers have asked you to bring.

Do I need to do the self certifications again?

Yes. You will receive a text message with the link to complete this daily. This is a must each day prior to coming to school. There is also a link to the certification below.

Will we get lunch?

Lunch will be handed out at the end of each session as students leave the building, outside. These lunches are free and available to all students. Please look for the lunch pass out station as you exit the building.

Where do I go when I get to AMS and what is it like?

This is covered in our WELCOME BACK VIDEO, which you should watch again to review our procedures prior to your return. Everyone has a designated door to enter based on their grade level. Students who are dropped off and picked up should use the Harrison lot on the south end of the soccer field. Students then walk to their entry location. If you are in the AM session, please arrive between 7:35 - 7:40am. If you are in the PM session, please arrive between 11:50 - 11:55am. Line up on a dot at your grade level door and wait to be called in to get your temperature checked. The first thing we do when we enter the building is wash our hands.

Those of you who were in-person in October, everything will be done the same way. Those of you new to this, we will help you learn our procedures and the video above covers it all. We all remain 6 feet away from each other and wear masks over our nose and mouth at all times indoors.

What is the bus like?

Our buses are handled as they were in October. Students should be at their assigned bus stop at least 5 minutes prior to the time we provided. Students must sit in their assigned seat the entire bus ride. They also must keep their mask on correctly the entire ride. When they arrive at school, they need to remain seated until the bus driver opens the door. We want to make sure students don't line up as they get off/on and students have to stay six feet apart as they get on and off of the bus.

We are excited to have you back, and we will follow all of our cleaning procedures as we did before, even with fewer students in the building. If you traveled out of state during the ten days prior to your return date, please contact the office and let us know. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Dear AMS Parents,

It is hard to believe, but we are halfway through our first trimester. Now is the perfect time to review your child's grades by using Skyward. Please sit down with your child this weekend and discuss their progress. We have plenty of time left to correct any concerning grades. The link below explains how to access grading information.

VIEWING MIDTERM GRADES

Thank you for your continued partnership,

Ms. Aulisa and Mrs. Ross

• As required by the DuPage County Health Department and Illinois Department of Public Health, students are required to stay home from school if they are experiencing ONE or more of the following symptoms: Fever of 100.4 or higher, headache, cough, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nasal congestion, nausea, fatigue, muscle or body aches, shortness of breath, new loss of taste or smell.

• Students with symptoms must stay home for 10 days. A doctor's note or a negative COVID-19 PCR test result is required in order for a student to return to school before the 10 day isolation period.

• Siblings of students with symptoms must stay home for a minimum of 10 days or until the student with symptoms gets a doctor’s note or negative COVID-19 PCR test result.

• Please remember to certify that your child is free of symptoms of COVID-19 prior to boarding the bus or arriving at school. This form must be completed daily and can be accessed at: https://tinyurl.com/D48HealthCert.

• Students attending school in-person must bring and wear a clean face covering every day. Masks must cover the nose and chin. Athletic face coverings (“gaiters”) or masks with valves are not recommended for source control by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and are not suitable face coverings at school.

Is your Child in need of a winter coat, hat, or gloves? Need a Mask or a thermometer? Reach out to your schools Social Worker via email and they can get you what you need.

srumbaugh@saltcreek48.org (AMS) or kscholtes@saltcreek48.org (SC,SMS)

Below you can find a link to the Parent Resources on our website.

Attached is a link for different ideas on how much screen time is too much, charts for journaling, and much more.

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eac3aea9115d651cb297ba6/t/5ebe008c9ae66f029ecb2e84/1589510285117/NAMI+Guide+V11.pdf.

We have some great new books! Even next week as we start Hybrid again, the LMC will still be open for ALL students (elearners too!). Your books will just be delivered to your class, just like before with a book drop bin in the hall. For all students, you will still do everything with your Alexandria account (holds and renewals) and I will take care of the rest. If you need a refresher, check out resources on your LMC classroom!

Kylie (5th), Mrs. Kasher, Mr. Lewicki, Madiha (8), Emily (5),

Riley (5th), Olivia (5th), Sofia (5th), Ms. Aulisa, Charlotte (5th) ,

Sydney (6th), Eamon (6th), Khadija (5th) , Megan (6th) , and

Olivia (8th)! Special Thanks to Mahreen (5th) for being the Master of Ceremonies!

FTC has teamed up with Gulliver's to hold Gulliver's Mondays! Each Monday in January, FTC will receive a portion of food sales from orders. Just be sure to mention that you are with District 48 FTC. So when you are tired of cooking, we have dinner figured out.

Check out our new COVID-19 Information page on our website. Stay up to date on the latest Salt Creek Dist 48 Covid-19 Metirics by clicking the link below.

https://www.saltcreek48.org/page/covid-19-information

5th: Ashely L. is a hard-working student who always tries her best! She puts her learning first by making sure she understands her assignments, asking questions and being engaged. Ashley makes great contributions to class discussions, and she is always polite and respectful to her teachers and classmates. Great job, Ashley!
6th: Quentin M. is doing a great job in his classes. He attends class on time and participates often. He also read 20 books over winter break! Way to go, Quentin!
7th: Ben R. is always willing to participate, does his work well and always has his camera on and ready to go.
8th: Mazz H.participates in class, arrives on time, keeps his camera on and does what is expected in his classes. He is hard working, and shows perseverance. Amazing work!

5th- Kamron G.

6th -Mariya K.

7th- Cole K.

8th- Phia M.

Enjoy your Jersey Mike's!

Would you like to recognize a staff member at District 48 that deserves some extraordinary recognition for something they have done in our school district to make a difference for others? Please fill out this form to recognize this staff member for their amazing accomplishment!

1. How long have you worked for the Dist. This is my first year working with District 48. Prior to working in the Salt Creek School District, I worked for four years at the high school level.

2. What grade do you teach? I teach 8th grade English Language Arts and Social Studies

3. Do you have any Hobbies? Hobbies that I have include: Watching sports, golfing, and traveling

4. What is your favorite book and why? One of my favorite fictional books is Inferno by Dan Brown. However, I am much more interested in non-fiction or autobiographical books about people's life stories.

5. Who is a role model to you? My role models would be my parents. I look up to them for their marriage, their profession, the love they give their children, and their everyday actions that guide and inspire me to be the person and husband that I want to be.

6. Fun Fact: I have been to 28/32 Major League Baseball parks. My father and I are trying to make it to each of them.

* It is important for students to check their live schedules daily as it is subject to change.

Here is a great opportunity for you if you need any help with your schoolwork. Christian Kim put this group together because he cares about students and was a student of Dr. Chung's when he was younger. Please read his message below.

Hello Everyone,

We are a tutoring group made up of high school students who are eager to work with you in any areas of learning you need help on. Whether it be Math or English or any other subject we are here to help. Each session will be 30 minutes long on Google Meets. Please fill out the form attached below to request a session, and we will get back to you. We cannot wait to work with you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQrGNK7M9v5x3WUTh3805MSHTAqJfg0bkHw1dh27yQI3x2bg/viewform?usp=sf_link

We are a part of the Summer Food Service Program, so any student can have a free combo meal. For Hybrid Students they will be given out daily, for our eLearning students 5 days worth of meals are available for pick up every Tuesday from 1:00pm-1:30pm and 2:35-3:00pm. Located at Door #2 (District Office Doors).

• Jan. 18, 2021- No School
• Feb.15, 2021-No School
• Feb. 23, 2021- No School
• Feb.26, 2021- No School
• Feb. 26, 2021 End of Second Trimester
• March 29, 2021 – April 2, 2021- No School, Spring Break
  
• April 6, 2021- No School
• May 31,2021- No School
• June 1, 2021- 8th Grade Graduation
• June 4, 2021- Last Day of School

Albright Middle School Principal

Email: gaulisa@saltcreek48.org
Website: saltcreek48.org
Location: 1110 South Villa Avenue, Villa Park, IL, USA
Phone: 630-279-6160

Dean of Students and Technology Liaison

Email: aross@saltcreek48.org
Website: saltcreek48.org
Location: 1110 South Villa Avenue, Villa Park, IL, USA
Phone: 630-279-6160