MUSTANG MINUTE

Martin School offers an IN-HOUSE intramural program called “Team-Oriented Games!” In the first session, for six days, participants will learn about and play Ultimate Kickball, Tee-Softball and Kickball. These are active, team-oriented activities that promote personal fitness and sportsmanship and teamwork. All practices will be held after school from 3:00pm- 4:30 pm.

Parents are required to provide transportation home for your child.

The First Session:

Monday, Sept. 16, Tuesday, Sept. 17 & Wednesday, Sept. 18

Monday, Sept. 30, Tuesday, Oct. 1 & Wednesday, Oct. 2

If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form below. The cost of the program is $40.00. Please make the check payable to Lake Villa District #41 and return the registration form and money by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th!

STATE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:

• EC/Pre-K/PFA

  • Illinois Physical Exam with up-to-date immunizations (Student will be excluded if not received by October 15th)

• Kindergarten

  • Illinois Physical Exam with up-to-date immunizations (Student will be excluded if not received by October 15th)

  • Eye Exam Due by October 15th

  • Dental Exam Due by May 15, 2025

• 2nd Grade

  • Dental Exam Due by May 15, 2025

• OUT-OF-STATE TRANSFERS

• Illinois Physical Exam with up-to-date immunizations (due within 30 days of start date to avoid exclusion)

• Dental Exam

• Eye Exam

Each student should have a change of clothes at school. Accidents can happen at lunch, recess, and in class.

As the seasons continue to change make sure your student has weather appropriate clothing.

Your student(s) should eat a good breakfast, drink water, exercise, wash hands often, and get a good night's sleep daily! Olive Martin now has breakfast available. Please check the district website under food services for details and menus.

Please be sure to review the handbook linked below AND sign and send back the Bus Riding Agreement to school which can be found on pages 88-89. Click here for a copy.

With the new school year quickly approaching, it's vital to follow the laws of passing a stopped school bus in order to keep children safe. Illegally passing a school bus can lead to a citation, fine, and loss of license.

Attendance in elementary school is essential for academic success, skill development, and socialization. Regular attendance ensures children do not miss critical lessons, helping them perform better academically and develop foundational skills in reading, writing, and math. It also fosters social skills and friendships, establishes routine and discipline, and provides access to necessary support systems. Consistent attendance also encourages parental involvement and sets the stage for long-term educational and career success. Your children need to be at Martin School all day, every day!

Healthy snacks are essential in schools for maintaining energy levels, improving concentration and academic performance, supporting physical health and growth, regulating behavior and mood, developing lifelong healthy eating habits, providing educational opportunities, and creating a health-focused school environment. With this being said, District #41 has updated the snack list to reflect additional items. Please click here to see our latest approved snack list.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the 2024-2025 school music concerts!!! We will also be LIVE-STREAMING each concert for family and friends unable to attend at Martin School (see QR code to the right). Martin Concerts will start at 7:00 PM with the Kindergarten show at 6:30 PM!

See dates below!

• October 24th-Grade 5

• November 14th-Grade 4

• February 6th-Grade 3

• March 13th-Grade 2

• April 10th-Grade 1

• May 8th-Kindergarten

Be on the lookout soon for information on AMAZING after-school enrichment opportunities this fall, including Chess Scholars, STEAM, and Amigos Spanish Club!! See Flyers below!

Amigos!

Chess Scholars

STEAM

School Lunch
A reminder that the District no longer provides free lunch for all students. Paid Lunch is $3.25. To apply for Free/Reduced Lunch visit our website under Food Service. Click here for information on how to create an account for lunch purchases.

Registration and Fees
School Registration Fees are now due. The fees will increase after August 31. Payments can be made electronically on the District's website, via regular mail, or in person at the school building.

Supplemental Insurance
The district offers Voluntary Supplemental Student Accident Insurance. To enroll, please see the information by clicking here. For more information on our accident insurance coverage, click here.

September 9-Board of Education Meeting 7 PM District Office

September 16-PTO Dine for Dollars Fundraiser 3-8 PM-Pleviak School Parking Lot

September 16-Fall Picture Day

September 19-PTO Meeting-Lake Villa Public Library Youth Services Room 6 PM

September 23-Board of Education Meeting 7 PM District Office