Graves (K-5) Sailor Newsletter

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Welcome Back and Happy New Year!

We hope everyone had a restful and safe winter break.

Please see the following newsletter for important information.

Friday, January 12: E-Learning Day (please see below for more information)

Monday, January 15: Martin Luther King Day (No Classes)

Wednesday, January 17: Progress Reports Sent Home

Tuesday, January 16: After School Clubs resume

Wednesday, January 17: Birthday of Muhammad Ali

Friday, January 19: PBIS Fundraiser (please see flyer below for more information)

Sunday, January 28: Christa McAuliffe Day and observed as a commemoration of space exploration.

All meetings are scheduled for 7pm on the second Wednesday of the month.

JOIN US!

February 14, 2024

HMS/Graves Multi-Purpose Room

March 13, 2024

Wharton 5th Grade Center (Wharton Spotlight)

April 10, 2024

Admin Center

May 8, 2024

HMS/Graves Multi-Purpose Room (Graves Spotlight)

June 12, 2024

Admin Center

Due to the impending winter storm, Summit School District 104 will be observing an e-learning day on Friday, January 12, 2024. Devices have been sent home with students so that they may log on and complete their assignments. All students are expected to log onto

SeeSaw to participate remotely in the provided instruction.

E-Learning Plan:

(January 15, 1929—April 4, 1968)

He is considered one of history's greatest speakers and social activists. His leadership in peaceful protests helped end segregation during the American civil rights movement.

See the video below for more information on Martin Luther King Jr.'s great impact!

As a reminder, all proceeds will help fund our PBIS store and school wide PBIS events

we have planned for our students throughout the year.

GRAVES K-5 Student Dress Code

Please see below for a reminder as to what clothing is appropriate uniform attire.

SHIRTS/TOPS

Plain maroon collared polo or dress shirt with long or short sleeves is required. Plain black or white undershirts may be worn under the maroon collared shirt. Shirts must extend to waistline. Plain black or maroon sweaters or sweatshirts may be worn over the collared maroon polo or dress shirt or over a plain white or black undershirt. *Only maroon hoodies are allowed.

PANTS

Must be black or khaki and worn at the waist. This includes shorts (knee length), capri pants, and skirts (knee length).

Leggings may be worn, but only when a shirt extending to mid-thigh is worn as well.

FRIDAY SCHOOL SPIRIT

Students may wear any shirts given or bought through Graves School with Jeans. *Please note that blue jeans are only allowed on Fridays with a school shirt.

PBIS FUNDRAISER & HOLIDAY DRESS-DOWN DAYS

There will be days when students will be allowed to come without uniform due to PBIS activities or holidays. A flyer will be posted via Seesaw when those days occur.

As our little ones navigate the exciting world around them, keeping them safe is our top priority. But how do we equip them with the knowledge and confidence to handle unexpected situations? This month, let's focus on fostering safety smarts in our young explorers!

Planting the Seeds of Safety:

• Early Start: Start conversations about safety early and often. Tailor topics to their age and understanding. For younger children, focus on basic rules like crossing streets with an adult, not talking to strangers, and knowing their home address and phone number. As they mature, delve into stranger danger, cyber safety, and body awareness.
• Interactive Learning: Make safety lessons engaging! Role-play scenarios, read safety-themed books, or create songs and rhymes about important rules. You can even involve them in "safety checks" around the house, identifying potential hazards and practicing safe behaviors.
• Real-World Practice: Let your child practice safety skills in controlled environments. Simulate crossing the street safely at a park, or role-play how to respond to a lost situation at the mall. These real-world experiences solidify their understanding and build confidence.

Tools for Every Backpack:

• Buddy System: Encourage your child to always walk or play with a buddy, especially in unfamiliar places. This not only adds an extra layer of security but also fosters teamwork and social skills.
• Safety Net of Trusted Adults: Teach your child who they can turn to if they feel unsafe or uncomfortable. This could be a teacher, parent, neighbor, or another trusted adult they know well.
• Tech-Savvy Smarts: With technology playing a bigger role in their lives, equip them with digital safety knowledge. Discuss responsible online behavior, cyberbullying prevention, and password protection. Encourage open communication and remind them to come to you with any online concerns.

Remember:

• Open Communication is Key: Foster an environment where your child feels comfortable talking to you about anything, even uncomfortable situations. Let them know they can always come to you with questions or concerns, without fear of judgment.
• Be Age-Appropriate: Tailor your safety discussions and expectations to your child's age and developmental level. Start with simple rules and gradually increase complexity as they mature.
• Practice Makes Progress: Just like any other skill, safety smarts require practice. Reinforce lessons through everyday situations and role-playing exercises.

By working together, we can equip our young adventurers with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the world safely and make informed choices. Let's raise a generation of safe and savvy explorers, ready to conquer every adventure with a smile!

Cheers to a happy and healthy new year!

• Some of our students returned from vacation with souvenirs! Many complaints of sore throats, coughs and runny noses!
• The "Health Services" tab on the SD104 webpage is up and running! School health documents, health related registration information, and a directory of nursing staff can be found here! https://www.sd104.us/page/health-services
• Hand washing is the single most important way to prevent the spread of viruses and communicable diseases. Use soap, warm water and disposable paper towels and wash your hands frequently.
  

• Cover coughs and sneezes and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread easily this way!

• Improve air quality with air purifiers or open windows for fresh air! Well-ventilated rooms help reduce the numbers of airborne germs inside.
• “Once a week, take a peek” Please check your child’s hair weekly to prevent a lice outbreak in your home. The fall brought an increase in cases of lice.
  
• Do your best to eat well, get adequate sleep, and exercise habits to stay healthy this holiday season!
• Dental days will be February 20th and 21 there is still time to sign up using the QR code below!

Nurse Tina, Nurse Anita & Ms. Oli

See the below the state mandated requirements for each grade level:

Preschool

History/Physical/Immunizations Form & Lead Screening

Kindergarten

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

Second Grade

Dental Examination Form

New to District

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

Signing up for free dental services at school is as easy! Click the link, create an account, provide your child’s information on the fillable form & sign using DocuSign.

You are able to save a copy of the signed form too. https://na4.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=9014ef60-41ba-4e93bbbc848c65309116&env=na4&acct=eca59414-4d1f-4217-8c33-72fb4ff1f87c&v=2

Español: Registrarse para servicios dentales (gratis) en la escuela es tan facil! Haz clic en el enlace, crea una cuenta, introduzca la información de su hijo en el formulario, y firme usando DocuSign. Tambien puede guardar una copia del formulario firmado.

https://na4.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=bdcb0f05-3d91-4b5c-af4f9123f4f4b5e9&env=na4&acct=eca59414-4d1f-4217-8c33-72fb4ff1f87c&v=2

The snow is here and it's getting colder!

Please make sure that your child wears appropriate sweater/jacket to school. If you need any assistance, please let us know.

Per Illinois State Guidelines

- if the REAL FEEL is 32 degrees or higher, students will have OUTDOOR RECESS.

- if the REAL FEEL is 31 degrees or lower, students will have INDOOR RECESS.

Please review this months lunch menu with your child.

Treats & Snacks Policy

We ask that parents do not send in birthday treats for students to distribute. Please read below, as taken from the 2023-2024 District 104 Handbook:

Treats & Snacks [K-5] 1.80 Due to health concerns and scheduling, no birthday treats are allowed. Treats will be limited to certain school-wide celebrations.

Please remember that it is important for students to arrive to school on time.

If your child is TARDY please go with your child to door #14 to sign a tardy slip.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

Dismissal 2:50p.m.

Wednesdays (Late Start)

Entrance 8:50a.m.

Dismissal 2:50p.m.

Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade: Door #2

3rd and 4th Grade: Door #3

For student safety, no students should be outside on the school grounds before

7:30AM (M,T,TH,F) 8:30AM (W)

Office Hours

7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m Monday - Friday

(708) 458-7260

In the event of any absence, the student’s parent or guardian is required to call the school before 8:00 a.m. to explain the reason for the absence. If a call has not been made to the school by 10:00 a.m. on the day of a student’s absence, a school official will call the home to inquire why the student is not at school. If the parent or guardian cannot be contacted, the student will be required to submit a signed note from the parent or guardian explaining the reason for the absence. Failure to do so shall result in an unexcused absence.

Student attendance is critical to the learning process. A parent or guardian who knowingly and willfully permits a child to be truant is in violation of State law. Truancy is therefore a serious issue and will be dealt with in a serious manner by the school and district. If chronic truancy persists after support services and other resources are made available, the school and district will take further action, including:

D104 Action Plan for Truancy:

The district has a truancy intervention plan in place which will be implemented via social worker and administrators after a student starts being truant. For example, truancy letter sent home, student and parent meeting, and more. For more information, please look over our districts handbook.

Just a reminder that students should be taking care of their technology devices, especially when they take them home.

As stated in the student handbook the policy states:

The district will assume the cost of parts and labor associated with all repairs deemed due to natural failure. If the technical department determines a failure due to damage, the student will be responsible for any hardware costs needed to return the device to a functional state. The district will assume all labor costs associated with damage repairs. Cosmetic damage will not be charged or repaired.

• Sleeve/Cover Replacement ($10)
• Charger Replacement ($25)
• Keyboard Replacement ($25)
• Touch Screen Replacement ($115)
• iPad Replacement: ($300)
• Chromebook Replacement:

- $250 for a new device, Year 1

- $200 for a device that is 2 years old

- $150 for a device that is 3 years old

- $100 for a device that is 4 years old

Our PBIS team put together an assembly where they reviewed our school-wide expectations.

Teachers acted out the "incorrect" way of behaving in school and

students acted out the "correct" way of behaving in school.

Please remember that the previous information is for students in grades Kindergarten-5th only.

For more information about our PreK program please contact the

Pre-School Director, Kathleen Dunn at 708-546-7151 or at kdunn@sd104.us