Covington Connection

During guided reading Mrs. Pflederer and her students have fun tapping out words using Pop-its. They will tap out each sound then spell the word on their desk. So much fun!

On today's Staff Chat we meet Grade 5 teacher Ms. Mulchrone and her interviewer Noah. Check it out!

Our Covington Kindergarteners, 1st Graders, and School Choir will perform on Monday, December 13th at 2:15 P.M.. The concert will be held in the Gymnasium and doors will open at 2:00 P.M..

Family members should enter throughDoor 2 near the Gymnasium. In order to ensure adequate spacing, we ask that only two family members attend per performer. Additionally, please remember that face masks are required all times when inside the school.

A wonderful resource that we have in District 123 is that we are a 1:1 district meaning that every student is provided with their own personal device. With this does come the responsibility of our students to care for the device. With these devices becoming more common in our day to day instruction, as well as students transporting them from school to home, we are seeing an increase in computer repairs. We do not want the students to lose access to their device for any time or for any expensive repair costs to our families. A few helpful care tips for students and their devices whether they are at school or home:

• Always transport your computer in the computer bag. A computer bag was specifically made for this and a backpack doesn't provide the same support or safety.
• Charge your computer every evening.
• Put your computer away when it is not in use. The computer can be stored in the desk, locker, or computer case.
• Do not leave your computer on the ground.
• Do not eat or drink anything when using the computer.
• Always carry your computer with two hands.

Our PTO is holding a fundraiser at Five Below on December 1st - December 8th. 10% of sales will be given back to the PTO. If you need a form, please contact Bridgette at bridge5181@aol.com

Update: Our weekly SHIELD Testing will now take place every week on Wednesday morning.

The SHIELD Illinois program is a quick, simple, and non-invasive COVID-19 screening test. Students that have opted-in to the program will provide a small amount of saliva that is tested at a professional lab. Results of the test are then provided to families and our school district within the days following. The program offers students the opportunity to reduce or waive quarantine requirements in the event of close contact with a positive case or if the student demonstrates symptoms. You can opt-in to the program at any time by accessing Online Forms in Skyward Family Access. More information about the SHIELD Illinois program can be found at: d123.org/shield-illinois-testing-program

Please refer to these reminders on expectations during Pick-Up and Drop-Off. These reminders are specifically in regards to parking during these times.

• Double parking on 52nd Avenue (or any street around Covington) is never allowed
• Parking or stopping on the school-side of the street on 52nd Avenue is never allowed
• There are designated crossing areas on 52nd Avenue and should use them when crossing the street

These expectations are to ensure the safety of our students and families and are expectations of Covington Elementary School and Oak Lawn.

Website: d123.org/covington
Location: 9130 S 52nd Ave, Oak Lawn, IL, USA
Phone: 708-423-1530
Twitter: @d123covington

Email: jwawczak@d123.org
Website: d123.org/covington
Phone: 708-423-1530
Twitter: @MrWawczak