Mustang Memo

October 22: Picture Retakes

October 22: District Choral Festival

October 23: Board Meeting

October 25: Trunk or Treat

October 31: Halloween Parade and Parties

November 6: Board Meeting

November 10: Inservice Day - No School

November 11: PTO Meeting

November 13: Early Release - P/T Conferences

New or gently used, CLEAN boots/snowpants only

We cannot accept any other items at this time. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT USED COATS.

October 1-31, 2025

DROP OFF LOCATION - D95 Administration Office, 832 S. Rand Rd. (next to Walmart)

Donation box will be right INSIDE the building. Please do not drop off anything outside.

CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE FLYER

If your child has borrowed clothing from the Nurses's Office, please return these to school with your child. We always have need for these extra clothes (especially as we head into the months of snow!)

Thank you!

We’re excited to join schools across the district in raising awareness about online safety for our students, staff, and community. This month, our students are invited to become Cybersecurity Superheroes! They’ll complete four missions: Think Before You Click, Update Your Gear, Protect Your Secret Power Codes, and Tell a Trusted Adult if something online feels unusual. Part of their missions also includes sharing what they are learning with their families so we can all stay safer in today’s digital world.

Parents, you can help your young heroes practice these super skills at home—one mission at a time! - and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or X at LZdistrict95 as we highlight practical ways families can stay safe online.

Our Halloween parties and parade will be held on Friday, October 31st! We are planning for the Halloween Parade to begin at 1:00pm. For the safety and well-being of every student, please select kid-friendly costumes that do not have masks or weapons. Masks present a safety hazard as they limit visibility; and many students across all grade levels find masks frightening. Weapon replicas will not be allowed. Students should bring their costumes to school in a bag or backpack.

Parents are invited on campus to view the outdoor parade. If it is raining, students will parade inside the building. Parents will not be able to come into the building to view the indoor parade. **For safety reasons, please do not bring your pets (dogs) to school for the parade.**

Please know only PTO room parents and classroom party volunteers may attend classroom parties. All room parents and volunteers must enter and exit the building through the main office and present a driver's license or state ID before receiving a visitor's pass. Please also complete the Parent Volunteer Form and view the Volunteer Safety Video prior to your arrival at school.

To ensure a safe and orderly dismissal on this very busy day, we ask that children take their normal mode of transportation home. Parent volunteers are encouraged to carpool, as parking is limited. Thank you in advance for your support in making this year’s Halloween fun for everyone!

Does your child love creating items? Are they interested in selling those creations to friends and family? The Made By Me Market may be just what you are looking for.

Our Made by Me Market is officially underway! This year, it’s a joint event between Middle School North, Seth Paine, and Spencer Loomis. The market will be held on Saturday, December 6th from 12:00–2:00 PM at the Spencer Loomis/MSN campus.

Please see the Parent Q&A Sheet and Vendor Application Form, located below. Vendor sign-up will run through November 7th.

Rock Star Alert!!! On behalf of all of us at Bernie’s Book Bank, thank you for hosting a book drive and donating 2,500 children’s books from the families at Spencer Loomis Elementary. This surpassed all prior book drives at your school and in your district! You are rock stars. Your generosity is directly helping us provide books to underserved children across our community.

At Bernie’s Book Bank, we distribute 8 books per year to every child we serve, returning to partner schools annually to ensure lasting impact. As we grow to reach even more students, we depend on continued support from groups like yours to sustain this vital work.

With sincere appreciation,

Bernie's Books

For 4th/5th Grade Only-

Please help your child find their recorder from last year (in its case) and bring it to school. Be sure both the recorder and the case are labeled with your child's first and last name. Recorders will be stored in the music classroom until year's end. Fourth graders need theirs now; fifth graders will use theirs at a later date. Any fourth or fifth grader new to our school this year who does not have a recorder will be provided one free of charge.

If a recorder is lost, a limited number are available for $3.95. Your child can bring home a note to purchase one; return it signed to have your PushCoin account charged. Please try to find the original first, as replacements are limited and new orders may take time.

Hawthorn Woods recently updated an ordinance regarding non-registered motor driven vehicles (e-scooter/e-bikes/etc.) Please see the flyer below for basic information. If you are interested in reading the full ordinance, please email Mrs. Rothermel at marie.rothermel@lz95.org or visit the Hawthorn Woods website for more information.

Hi Spencer Loomis Families,

We’re thrilled to welcome over 15 amazing “trunks” to this weekend’s Trunk-or-Treat event! Thank you to all of our trunk hosts, volunteers and donations that have been confirmed. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned attendee, here’s everything you need to know for a spooktacular time:

🎃 Volunteers Still Needed!

We need more parent helping hands throughout the event. If you can spare some time, please consider signing up here: PTBoard.com

🧙 Come in Costume & Dress for the Weather

Whether you’re spooky or sweet, we can’t wait to see your creativity — just be sure to bundle up if it’s chilly!

🔍 Scavenger Hunt Fun

The first 200 kids can participate in our scavenger hunt for a chance to win a Learning Express LZ Wiglet prize!

🎟 Silent Auction & Raffle

Thanks to our 25+ generous sponsors, we have tons of exciting items up for grabs. All proceeds go directly to the Spencer Loomis PTO — thank you for your support!

🎶 Monster Mash Zone

Enjoy DJ music, games, prizes, and freshly popped popcorn while you party with us!

🍭 Ma & Pa’s Candy of Long Grove

A local favorite, Ma and Pa will be vending a delicious assortment with 10% back to the Spencer Loomis PTO:

• Cotton Candy – $5
• Caramel & Candy Apples – $6.50–$10
• Handmade Chocolates & Seasonal Gummy Candy
• Bottled water - $1

🧚🏼‍♀️Fairy hair and tattoos!

• FREE Halloween tattoos
• Fairy hair by Touch of Jade Designs (two strands for $6, 50% back to SL PTO).

🎨 “Take and Make” Keepsakes by Touch of Jade Designs:

• Custom Trick-or-Treat Bags – $10
• Keychains – $8
• Bracelets – $6

Craft on-site or take it home to enjoy later! 50% of proceeds go back to SL PTO.

📸 Photo Opps

Smile big with new and familiar photo opportunities! BYOC (bring your own camera).

We can’t wait to celebrate with you this weekend. Thank you for making this event so special for our community!

For questions, please contact trunk-or-treat chair, Erin Alianello.

Warmly,

The Spencer Loomis PTO

It’s your move! Spencer Loomis PTO is happy to offer an after school chess program through Chess Wizards. This will be the perfect place to learn, play and make new friends.

Every game is a new adventure! Classes will take place after school on Wednesdays beginning November 5th.

Parents can register their student for this 6-week program directly on the chess wizards site: https://chesswizards.com/register/

One parent chaperone is needed each day of class. If you are able to volunteer please sign up here:

https://spencerloomis.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=7b863146-24e1-4370-a920-57a117cdd8e7~s.9223370276985505138

Dear Parents & Guardians,

Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve already raised $3,500 toward our $10,000 goal! 🎉

Your donations are making a direct impact on our students by funding:

🎭 The School Musical
🍎 Teacher Appreciation events
🎉 Field Day
✏️ Teacher Grants
🛍️ Made by Me Markets…and so much more!

We’re so grateful for every contribution—big or small. Let’s keep the momentum going and reach our goal together!