From The Leopards' Den

Dear Leggee Families,

We hope you are all ready for a restfull weekend. The students and staff have worked hard this week as we really began jumping into our learning. STAR testing for grades 1-5 has also gone well. We will have a lot of great information to use to make instructional decisions on the students.

If you ever need to reach out to us, please call the main office at 847-659-6200. If we aren't available, we will reach out to as soon as we are able.

Have a wonderful three-day weekend!

Sincerely,

Mr. Iddings

September 1 Labor Day - No School

September 5 Last day to order Spirit Wear

September 10 First day of Chess club (See info below)

September 12 Lockdown Drill

Any 4th or 5th graders interested in joining the Leggee Chess Club, please fill out the form on the Chess Club Flyer. We meet after school on Wednesdays until 4:30 from 9/10-12/10 in multipurpose room 316. Tournament at HHS on 12/13. The first 40 to sign up will get a spot.

We’re excited to introduce a new feature in our newsletter: getting to know the amazing people who make our school such a special place! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be highlighting staff members who are new to our school this year, as well as some who joined us in recent years but haven’t yet had a chance to be formally introduced to our families.

Our goal is to help families put faces to names, learn a little about what our staff do, and celebrate the talents and passions they bring to our school community. Stay tuned for fun introductions in each issue!

🌟 We want to shine the spotlight on our Leggee Rockstar of the Week: 5th grade, Alex Andriuta!
Alex is being recognized for being an Engaged and Responsible Citizen. Last Friday, while heading out to the buses, Alex noticed a younger student’s backpack was unzipped and starting to spill. Without hesitation, Alex stopped to help zip it up.

Alex is a kind, thoughtful, and helpful leader in our school community. We are proud of his actions and the example he sets for others. Way to go, Alex! 🐆💛

https://www.leggeepta.org/

Contact Us: info@leggeepta.org

Volunteer Opportunities/ Events/ Donation Opportunities: https://signup.com/group/336993356275860055

Become a Member: https://leggee.givebacks.com/shop

PTA meeting - September 22nd at 7pm in Room 316

It's time to show your school spirit! Scan the QR code or click the link below to purchase.

https://www.ontargetsalesspiritshop.com/shop/leggee-elementary-school/QFT2RMYAZZGZH3JXOFEMFPKA

Sale ends September 5th.

Celebrate with you Grandparents at Leggee with Donuts & Coffee

September 6th | 9:30-11 am

Scan the QR code or Click here to buy tickets.

The Leggee PTA Fun Run is our biggest fundraiser of the year and a rockin’ way to kick off the 25-26 school year! Students will raise funds from family and friends, then run an obstacle course on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.

Register your little rockstar here: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/leggeeelem25
Enter their name, your email, and their teacher under “Group.”

Once registered, you’ll get a unique link to share — let’s make this fundraiser chart-topping!

Huntley High School is excited to welcome the community to cheer on our Red Raider athletes at football games and other sporting events! To ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for all, please note that all elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or supervising adult who stays for the duration of the event and is responsible for the students. Thank you for your cooperation!

Huntley 158 has teamed up with a company called Smart Social to offer parents/guardians free education and resources designed to help them navigate the digital world and keep their kids safe and smart online. Smart Social educates families about trends in technology and new apps, and provides more than 450 resources, including webinars, guides, videos, blogs and more. To learn more about Smart Social and become a member, click this link: Smart Social

Coming Soon!

To maintain the safety and comfort of all individuals on campus, the district prohibits the use of

e-scooters and other low-speed, motorized personal transportation devices on district property.

This shall include but is not limited to motorized scooters, hoverboards, all classes of pedal and

throttle assist bicycles. This guideline does not apply to wheelchairs or ADA-related mobility

aids.

The primary reasons for this guidelines are:

● To protect the safety of students, staff and visitors on district property by prohibiting use

of non-ADA motorized devices.

● To reduce the risk of injury to persons and damage to district property.

● To ensure compliance with local city ordinances

A sick child cannot learn effectively or participate fully in educational activities in a meaningful way. Keeping a sick child home from school allows your child to rest and recover and prevents the transmission of the illness to others. To help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, please see the guidelines below on when to keep your child home from school for common illnesses that we may see in our schools. Other criteria can be found in the student handbooks or from staff in our health offices. When in doubt consult with your healthcare provider or our Health Care staff.

Any of the below criteria is subject to change based on requirements from MCDH, IDPH or the CDC.

Colds

If your child has a moist, productive cough, chest congestion, or thick nasal discharge, they need to stay home from school. If you see a continuous greenish discharge, that may be a sign of infection and you should consult with your healthcare provider.

Conjunctivitis (Pink eye)

A student who has been diagnosed with conjunctivitis may return to school 24 hours after their first dose of prescribed medication.

COVID-19

Per the CDC guidelines, an individual can return to normal activities when symptoms have been improving for 24 hours - and if a fever was present, it has been gone for 24 hours without use of a fever-reducing medication. Please check with your doctor if you have any questions.

Fever

Your child can return to school after being fever free for at least 24 hours without the use of any fever-reducing medications. A fever is 100.4 degrees or greater according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Rash

If your child has a rash that you cannot identify, it is recommended that you consult with your healthcare provider. The student should not return to school until the rash has been diagnosed and deemed not contagious.

Strep Throat

If your child has been diagnosed with strep throat they need to remain at home until they have been on antibiotics for a full 24 hours and fever free for at least 24 hours without fever-reducing medication.

Vomiting/Diarrhea

Students need to remain home from school until they are symptom-free for 24 hours without any over the counter medication or antibiotic.

*If multiple cases of Conjunctivitis, strep, COVID-19 or other communicable diseases are reported within a classroom or school, we will evaluate the number and notify families as a proactive measure as recommended by the CDC or local health department.

Other situations where a student needs to stay home, or must be picked up from school include, but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, open lesions that cannot be covered, lethargy, serious head injuries, undiagnosed persistent or disruptive cough, eye drainage or redness, undiagnosed or new rashes, and serious limb injuries.