News from District 153

An e-newsletter for our community

WELCOME TO OUR NEW COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

District 153 Needs Substitute Teachers!

We are really struggling this school year to find good people to fill in when our teachers must be out. If you are qualified and able, we'd love to see you from time-to-time in our classrooms! (See below.)

about substitute teaching in District 153

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And Some Superheroes Wear Masks and Aprons

Just a shoutout for our staff in food services who continue to serve a nutritious lunch despite supply chain issues and shortages! Below is an article from the New Times about the issues facing school lunch programs nationwide.

NYT: Schools Scramble to Feed Students Amid Shortages

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Other Superheroes Carry Shovels and Bags of Soil

Like many of us human beings, the Willow School Courtyard Garden has become a bit “overgrown” during the long months of the pandemic. Armed with a $3,000 grant from the Whole Kids Foundation, volunteers from the Cook County South Suburban Master Gardeners aim to get the garden back into shape this school year. The gardeners will use the grant to re-establish the butterfly garden, purchase a new trellis for growing grapes and more. Many, many thanks to our local Master Gardeners and the Whole Kids Foundation!

L to R: Phyllis Warsen, Regina Zofeld, Karen Pepple

Ways to Support Our Students This Week

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James Hart Dance Team Popcorn Fundraiser Ends Oct. 24

The James Hart Dance team is participating in a fundraiser to raise money for team uniforms and competition fees. CLICK HERE to donate and/or purchase some delicious popcorn for yourself or to give as a gift. 50% of the proceeds will go directly to the team. All you need to do is pick your product, pay, and the items are shipped directly to you. It's that simple. The event will end on October 24th.

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Parent Music Association Fundraiser: Tues, Oct. 26

Treat yourself to an evening free from cooking and support the Parent Music Association at the same time! PMA will get 33% of your food purchase between 5:00-9:00 PM when you show this flyer.

Ordering online? Use code Z9VX2VL

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PTA Fundraiser: Sunday, Oct. 31

HOMEWOOD PTA COOK’S NIGHT OUT!

Join us on Sunday, October 31st, at MOD Pizza for some delicious, custom-made pizza and to help raise funds for Homewood PTA!

The fundraiser takes place at the Homewood MOD Pizza, from 10:30 am until 10 pm. Grab some pizza and/or salads for the family before, or after, your day’s activities! Homewood PTA thanks you for your support!!