Field Flash
April 17, 2025
Dear Field Parents and Guardians,
We hope that you have had a nice week! As a reminder, we do not have school tomorrow, Friday, April 18th.
This past week, we celebrated our Annual Rock-Paper-Scissors competition. During the month of March, we focus on the skill of problem solving and conflict resolution. Sometimes we just need to "rock it out" to solve a small problem. We used a "March Madness" style bracket to identify an Elite 8, Final 4, finalists, and then our winner. Congratulations to Dottie N. who was our student winner!
On Friday, April 25th, students will have lunch picnic-style outside. This is a celebration of our April's focus on friendship skills. Students will be able to sit with friends in their grade level (not just their own class). Please send a small towel for your child to spread out for the picnic. Thank you!
A few reminders:
- Please label your child's coat/jacket. As the weather warms, students start to take off their jackets during recess (and our lost & found grows). We look thru it for labeled items and return those - most items in the lost & found are not labeled.
- On that weather note, please know we direct students to "wear what their grown up sent them with for recess", so please talk with your child about wearing their coat or sweatshirt to recess (or adjust what your child brings to school).
- We continue to have serious safety issues in our Kiss & Go during morning arrival & dismissal. Please remember we are a community and it takes all of us following the rules of the road to ensure student (and adult) safety. Please do not block driveways, fire hydrants, or double park. Also, please do not block crosswalks with your car.
Sincerely,
Dr. Courtney Goodman
Principal
(847) 318-4383
Upcoming Holidays
There are two upcoming holidays to acknowledge:
Passover - Evening of Saturday, April 12th to the evening on Sunday, April 20th
Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from ancient Egypt. It is a time to reflect on freedom and resilience. The week long-festival is observed with a number of rituals, including the traditional passover meal known as Seder.
Easter - Christian and Eastern Orthodox Easter is on Sunday, April 20th. Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The day is also known as Resurrection Sunday. On this day, Christians attend church services, have family gatherings, and there are activities like egg hunts.
AHA Kids Heart Challenge
The AHA Kids Heart Challenge is here through April 30! Our students are learning how to keep their hearts and brains healthy and raising funds to help kids with special hearts. The Field School goal is $6,000 and we are already almost halfway there with $2,400 raised. Way to Go!
We're asking all families to register and complete Finn's mission to learn Hands-Only CPR. All students who register will receive a free wristband, and students who raise money will earn fun prizes!
Here’s how you can help:
- Register: Click here or download the AHA Schools app.
- Complete Finn’s Mission: to learn Hands-Only CPR and the warning signs of stroke. Share with family and friends through social media, text and/or email so they too can learn how to save a life.
Thank you for supporting our school and students in saving lives!
Our Book Fair is Coming!
Incoming 6th Grade Family Night
Incoming Kindergarten Playdate
April is Healthy Living Month
Click the image below for more information!
Dates to Remember!
- April 18: No School
- April 25: Picnic lunch for all students - bring a small towel.
- April 25: PTO VIP & Me Dance
- Week of April 28: Spring MAP testing for grades 2-5
- Week of May 5: Staff Appreciation Week
Join YOUR PTO at our upcoming events!!!
MESSAGE FROM THE YEARBOOK TEAM
You can order your copy of the 2024-2025 yearbook through PTO website at https://www.fieldpto.org/open_forms Deadline to order your book is April 22, 2025. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out at fieldschoolyearbook@gmail.com
Please submit any band, chorus, orchestra, basketball, volleyball and field trips photos to fieldschoolyearbook@gmail.com
Green Team Clean Up
Join your Field Green Team and other Green Teams from across District 64 on Saturday, April 26th from 1-3 pm for a Woodland and Park Clean-Up Event. We will meet at Belleau Lake (2137 Busse Hwy, Des Plaines). Long pants, hard-sole shoes, hats, and gardening gloves are recommended. Also, bring a 5 gallon bucket (if you have one). Plastic bags & gloves will be provided.
Contact Nicole nyburmi@gmail.com with questions
See what’s going on in our community!
From the library to the park district, our communities of Park Ridge-Niles have lots to offer, even virtually. For information on all the latest happenings, be sure to check the Community Info & Events webpage.
Eugene Field Elementary School
Website: www.d64.org/fie
Location: 707 N Wisner St, Park Ridge, IL, United States
Phone: 847-318-4385