We have some special end of the year spirit days and activities planned as we countdown the final days by spelling S-U-M-M-E-R! Click on the link below so you are ready to help us celebrate our final days of this school year together!

Mr. Mistrata and Mr. Kuper, our P.E. teachers have been working hard to plan a special day for our students to promote physical activity, being with friends and following game rules and directions.

Some basic reminders about tomorrow:

1) Rain or shine, Field Day is on!

2) Have your child dress appropriately for the event. This means shoes they can run in, clothes that are comfy and breathable. (No flip flops, sandals, or dresses, these can make running, tumbling and jumping tricky)

3) Sunscreen should be applied at home if you would like your child to have it on.

4) Water bottles will be brought from station to station.

As an added bonus, the PTA has provided popsicles for our students, thank you, PTA!

Last, if you signed up on the volunteer list, Mr. Mistrata has sent an email with your arrival time. Please drive slowly and cautiously in the parking lot, we are looking forward to having lots of visitors!

As we get closer to the end of the school year, please note that our Early Childhood and WELE half day programs end the school year on different days due to our calendar. Kindergarten has a different last day as well. Please see the schedule below so that you know which day your child's last day of attendance is for this school year. (Full calendar click HERE)

EC/WELE Program Last Attendance Days:

6-4 Last day for AM (Regular day for AM/PM)

6-5 Last day for PM (Early Release for K, EC/WELE only PM comes and it's their last day)

6-6 No EC/WELE in attendance

Kindergarten Special Attendance Days:

6-5 Early Release @10:40 a.m.

6-6 Last day of school for Kindergarten; Early release at 10:40 a.m.

The Warren-Newport Public Library is very excited about the library’s many summer programs for children, tweens, teens, and families. To keep up to date as programs are added, please visit the library’s online events calendar at https://calendar.wnpl.info/events.

Online registration for WNPL’s 2024 Summer Reading Program, Read, Renew, Repeat, will begin Sat., June 15. The program will continue through Sat., August 3. The program period is less lengthy this year to align with area school calendars, and the goals have been changed to celebrate readers who keep reading throughout the program. A fun Summer Reading Kick-Off Party is also planned for Sat., June 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Summer Break Resources for Families!

If you need financial assistance with groceries this summer, the State of Illinois offers financial support through the Summer 2024 EBT program. This program is for families that qualify for the free/reduced lunch program. Explore the following links to access this valuable resource:

Summer Meals:

• Summer EBT

• Rise & Shine Illinois: Summer Meals - Text: FoodIL to 304-304

Summer offers a wonderful opportunity for families to bond, reconnect with school friends, and practice skills that will benefit your child as they transition to 1st grade. Explore the following links to make the most of this time together:

Summer Ideas:

• Strategies for a successful summer break

• Summer Fun List - List of ideas and activities

• Museums and parks - Explore and experience new things

• Explore More Illinois - Discounts and free passes

• Back to School Event/Supplies - Warren Newport Public Library

• Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 10 AM-Noon

• Build confidence and independence.

• Tie Shoes - Video example, More examples

• Young Children Can Help Around The House-Family chores

• The Ready Family-Activities to promote independence

• 6 Steps to a (Mostly) Tech-Free Summer

Visit the Primary School Resource Hub for more information, as well as, crisis support and community resources.

Kristen Carruthers, LSW

Kindergarten Family Coordinator

Meals for Kids During Summer Break
Summer EBT, or SUN Bucks, is a new permanent nutrition program authorized by the USDA to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. SUN Bucks 2024 will provide a $120 annual benefit to eligible children, via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) issuance by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) later this summer. Illinois is one of 36 states that have announced their intent to launch Summer EBT in summer 2024.
Summer EBT Information (English) - https://5il.co/2lmae
Summer EBT Information (Spanish) - https://5il.co/2lmaf

Take a minute to see all of the wonderful things that are happening with our Parent Mentor Program. Click the picture below!

We have been so fortunate this year to have amazing parents in our District 50 Parent Mentor Program! Led by Tanya Abbey with support from Lavonna Garner, these parents have made a positive impact in our classrooms.

Thank you to:

Carolina Alvarez-Perez

Dayanley Palmas

Venkata Dwara

Jacqueline Williams

Jasinia Alfaro

Ada Vindel

Sangeetha Devanathan

Thank you for all of the time you have spent at Woodland Primary in the Parent Mentor Program!

PTA Calendar Art Contest - The PTA is accepting artwork for our 2024/2025 calendar now through 6/4. Click HERE for more details.

SUPPLY PACK SALE is LIVE! Save time and order your school supplies for next year during the PTA Supply Pack Sale now through June 16th. All packs include name brand items and a percentage of each sale is donated to the PTA. Supply Packs are delivered directly to homes in August. ORDER supplies using School ID WOO510. Click HERE for more details.

OPEN POSITIONS! The PTA is looking to fill several open positions for next year. Some vacancies include PTA Board Secretary, Book Fair Co-Chairs at INT and PRI, Dunk Fest Co-Chairs and more. Click HERE for more info on each position. Email dist50pta@gmail.com if you are interested/have questions.

Virtual Backpack

Please visit Woodland's Virtual Backpack to learn about other events and resources in the community. New events are added all the time, so check back often.

Featured this week in Virtual Backpack:

• A More Confident You!
• Mindful Art Therapy
• Metra's 17th Annual Safety Competition
• Summer programs
• First Responders Expo, May 17, 18 & 19

Woodland Primary School

Email: standerson@dist50.net
Website: www.dist50.net
Location: 17366 West Gages Lake Road, Gages Lake, IL, USA
Phone: 847-984-8702
Twitter: @StaceyJAnd