The Highlighter April 2025

• Superintendent's Letter
• Thank You to Outgoing Board Members
• Introduction: Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
• Avoca West Book Fair
• Camp Galileo
• Administrative Professionals' Day
• Wellmette Resources
• April Diversity Holidays and District Dates

Dear Avoca Community,

As we move through this busy season, I want to take a moment to reflect on all that has happened and extend my heartfelt thanks to so many of you.

Thank you to the candidates who stepped forward to run in our recent school board election — your commitment to our schools and community is greatly appreciated. To our outgoing board members, thank you for your years of dedicated service and thoughtful leadership.

I am also grateful to the parents, staff, and students who volunteered their time to participate in our recent Avoca West principal search process, either by completing the survey or being a part of the interview committee. Your voices and perspectives have been key in helping make decisions that reflect the values and in essence, the heart of our school.

In addition, I am happy to welcome Saniya Walawalkar, who has joined our district team as the new Executive Assistant to the Superintendent. I am excited to have them on board and look forward to the skills and collaborative spirit they bring to our community.

And next week, we’ll take time to celebrate Administrative Professionals Day. I want to show my appreciation in advance to all of our administrative professionals who work behind-the-scenes to keep our schools and offices running smoothly every day.

Thank you all for your support and partnership. It is what makes Avoca such a special place to learn, work, and grow.

Warmly,

Sandra Arreguín, EdD
Superintendent

Avoca School District 37

Dear Families,

Get ready--the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to connect with your child over the thrill of bringing home new books to dive into again and again. Studies show that kids read more when they choose books for themselves. A love of independent reading boosts academic success, plus children who read more frequently also report improved mental health.

Here's everything you need to know about the Book Fair:

Dates: 4/28/25 - 5/2/25

Location: Avoca West Library

Family Event Schedule and Location: 4/28/25 - 5/2/25

There's even more information on our school's Book Fair homepage.

While you're there, set up a Book Faire eWallet (instructions below), the digital payment account that allows your child to shop for books at the Faire without cash. Then share your eWallet link so friends and extended family can add funds.

When you find an eWallet, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a giving initiative called Share the Fair. Your contributions directly support our students who need help buying books from the Fair. Many of us still remember the rush of finding the perfect book at a Scholastic Book Fair. I hope you'll join your child at our school's Fair and share a reading experience they'll remember forever.

Happy Reading!