Week 4 Family Update

We are heading into Week 4 and things are moving fast! There are some exciting things coming up the next few weeks so be sure to read on and mark your calendar!

FREE ENRICHMENT classes are here!

• Classes are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2:45-4:00; Those that are in the Tuition Based After Care Program will dismissed at 5:00
• Offered First-Come, First-Serve
• Please use this link to sign up for these by Wednesday, September 18th! Classes are dismissed at 4:00.

As we are just about 2 weeks before progress reports, I want to remind parents about the importance of students being in school, on-time, and ready to learn. We have a considerable amount of students coming in after 7:55.

Parents keep in mind, that when your child is coming in late, they are missing instruction. In the primary grades, they are missing phonics or their specials classes. In the intermediate grades, they are missing the reading or math mini-lesson. Middle grades students are missing their intervention time where they are getting very specific small group instruction. Make up work doesn't make up for this missed time. Please work to ensure your children come to school on-time ready to learn!

Letters have gone our regarding student's Medical Compliance. Starting next week, we will continue to send the letters and request a parent signature on the document. The Medical Compliance is not a suggestion and it is important that parents act on this quickly as we have deadlines that the District and State hold us accountable to. Nurse Landeros is a great resource if you have any questions. Please reach out to her at melanderos1@cps.edu if you have any questions.

Please continue reading on as there are important updates and reminders!

SAVE THE DATE

Check out our Monthly Calendar for more important dates

Sept. 16: Celebrate Mexican Independence Day! Wear your Red, and Green!

Sept. 20: BAC meeting 8:00-8:45

Sept 20: PAC meeting 8:45-9:30

Sep 27: No classes for students. School Professional Development Day.

• New | Chicago Park District Programming on Friday, September 27th

• Girls ages 6-12 are invited to participate in the Chicago Park District Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. program when off school on Friday, September 27th. Offered at 19 parks across the city, this free day-long program includes sports, arts & crafts and more! Girls Day of P.L.A.Y. programming focuses on Positivity, Leadership, Ambition and being You! Ages and times can vary by park. Parents can learn more and register at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/girls-play/cps. If you have any questions, please email erin.swanborn@chicagoparkdistrict.com.

The CPS Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) is inviting all of our families for a Citywide Reimagining STEM event powered by the Chicago Fire FC soccer team for CPS students and their families on September 27, 2024.

WHEN: Friday, September 27, 2024

WHERE: Fire Pitch, 3626 N Talman Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

TIMES:
AM Session: 10:00am - 12:00pm (check-in starts at 9:30am)

PM Session: 12:00pm - 2:00pm (check-in starts at 11:30am)

Registration link can be found HERE

Enrichment programs will run from September 24th to October 24th from 2:45pm to 4pm. Programs will run on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Register by Wednesday September 18th. Choose your child's grade level for a description of each program.

Dismissal from Enrichment classes will be at the Gym Doors. Parents please make sure you are here by 4:00pm unless you are enrolled in the Tuition-Based After Care. The Tuition-Based After Care dismissal times will remained unchanged.

These after school programs are not like After Care in that they are actual programs that need the full hour each day. Please do not pick up your child before 4:00 unless it is an emergency.

Please Note:

There are no bus services after 2:45. If your child participates, you must be able to pick up at 4:00.

• If you are going to pick up before 4:00, you must go to the office and request an Early Dismissal.
• These programs are enrichment based. Class size will be 18 students and there is 1 staff member leading them. For this Enrichment program, supports that are in place for the academic school day ARE NOT in place for the Enrichment After School programs (i.e. SECA support, toileting).
• Enrichment classes are designed to provide our students additional outlets to develop their skills in Art, Dance, Engineering, Sports, etc. Good behavior, following program rules/expectations and consistent attendance is required to remain in the program.

Special Note to our Families:

• Enrollment is on a first come first serve basis. Please enroll as soon as possible as class sizes are full at 18.
• Confirmation in the programs will be provided by Monday, September 23rd.
• Waitlisted students will be notified by Monday, September 23rd
• Poor attendance in the programs could result in your child being removed from the program.
• Programs with less than 12 students enrolled will be cut and those students will be able to choose another after school program.

This year, we are closely monitoring student attendance with the goal of reducing the rate of chronic absenteeism from its current 39%—which is 10% above the state average—down to 15%.

Here's our Week 3 Attendance Highlights!

🎉🎉🎉 100% Club 🎉🎉🎉

😔😔😔

Some rooms were close...Hopefully next week!

Way to go 6th Grade! So close to a perfect attendance week!

Great Effort to Kindergarten, 3rd Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade and Primary Cluster!

Your attendance was fantastic this week!

Keep it up!

If your child is having issues with attending school regularly, please reach out to Ms. Sarah VanWolvelear at sevanwolvelear@cps.edu immediately to discuss supports and a plan!

This resource (ENGLISH | SPANISH) will help families understand and discuss with their medical provider the requirements that are needed at each grade level. Below are flyers to support our families in finding clinics that can provide the necessary physicals and vaccinations.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE! Parents we need your help and your voice to help make our school a better place! This year, we are working to increase our parent presence in our school! Please read below for a few of the ways you can help!

MOST IMPORTANTLY! If you are going to help us, you need to fill out and be an approved Volunteer! Once your approved, we have some special "SWAG" for you! Start that volunteer process HERE. We need you to be at least a level 2 volunteer.

Local School Council: Next Meeting is October 21st at 2:45 PM

• Comprised of parents, community, educational, and student members, LSCs serve as an important vehicle for participatory democracy, providing a wide variety of stakeholders an opportunity to make important decisions about how students in their communities will be educated.

Parent Advisory Committee (PAC): Annual and Organizational Meeting is Sept. 20th @ 8:45-9:30 in Room 104 (See agendas below)

• Each academic year, schools establish Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) to bring together parents/legal guardians, teachers/staff, and community stakeholders to work with their school principal in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of the Title I Program. PACs empower parents to inspire and assist their children in achieving educational goals and graduating from elementary and high school.

Bilingual Advisory Committee (BAC): First meeting is Sept. 20th @ 8:00-8:45 in Room 104

• Bilingual Advisory Committees (BACs) empower parents of English Learners (ELs) to participate in their student's education and advocate for the academic, social, and cultural development of all ELs.

The Eagle Alliance Movement (TEAM): Next Meeting is October 9th at 8:15 am

• Upcoming Events:
• September 28th: Community Clean Up Day at Jungman! Please be sure to complete your volunteer application to particpate!
• October 12th: Harvest Fest at the Paseo
• October 31st: Trunk or Treat