Dear 6th Grade Parents and Guardians,

We hope this letter finds you well. We wanted to update you on some important activities and discussions that took place in your child's classes this past week.

Character Strong Lessons and Townhall

This month, our 6th graders have been focusing on the topic of bullying in their Character Strong lessons. To reinforce these important concepts, we held a townhall meeting where students had the opportunity to:

• Discuss ways they feel included at school
• Share ideas on how to make others feel more included
• Explore the concept of "belonging" at school

Upcoming Community Agreements

On Wednesday, students will be working on developing community agreements in their English Language Arts class. This exercise aims to foster a sense of shared responsibility and mutual respect within the classroom.

Math and Emotional Well-being

Last week, our math teachers conducted a unique lesson on "worries and wonders." This activity encouraged students to express their concerns and curiosities, helping to create a more supportive learning environment.

Your Involvement is Crucial

We encourage you to engage with your child about these Wednesday lessons. Ask them what they've learned, how they feel about the discussions, and what ideas they've contributed. Your interest and support can greatly enhance the impact of these important life lessons. Remember, our goal extends beyond academic education. We are committed to helping your child develop into a well-rounded, productive citizen. Your partnership in this endeavor is invaluable.

Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best Regards,

Ms. Brunson

6th Grade Assistant Principal

Mr. Sommer, our Science teacher, and Mrs. Stratakos, our ELA teacher celebrating Pirate Day together.

During our first townhall, we had 13 students receive a certificate for how they display respect. They were each nominated by a teacher. Here are some comments made about our scholars:

• Elijah S - "He works well with others."
• Adelaide N - "She is very attentive and is always participating in class."
• Felipe A - "He has a great influence on his peers in class.."
• Adrian S - "He listens and follows directions the first time."
• Leila A - "She follows instructions, meets all student expectations..."
• Desiree R - "...always brings a positive light to everything she does."
• Mikael G - "...always respectful when asking questions or asking an adult for help."
• Collin B - "...genuinely cares for the well being of those around."
• Jacqueline R - "...comes to class with a growth mindset, always willing to try."
• Zahavi B - "...always willing to help out in PE class."
• Mohamed M - "...very polite in class and is respectful of teachers and classmates."
• Amos L - "Kind, listens when others are speaking, and always does his best."
• Daniella S - "Her positive attitude and cooperation greatly contribute to our learning environment."

Thursday 10/10

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Tuesday 11/12

Tuesday 12/10

School Newsletter Website: https://www.nicholsgondolier.com/

Parent teacher conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 8th ( in-person) and Wednesday, October 9th ( virtually). Starting tomorrow September 30th at 8:00AM- October 7th at 11:59PM, parents will have the opportunity to sign-up for conferences with their child's teachers. Once the window opens, conference slots fill up quickly! Please be prepared to sign-up once this window opens.If you are unable to secure a conference time with a given teacher(s), please email them to arrange a time to discuss your child's progress outside of the conference window.

For teacher contact information, please visit the Nichols website at www.district65.net/nichols

For assistance with conference sign-up, please contact the office at 847-859-8660.

Coming this Fall at Northwestern University for Imagine U: The Wong Kids in the Secret of the Space Chupacabra, Go! (OCT 24. -NOV. 3). Check out this special preview video highlighting the early stages of this production coming together.

The Wong Kids is about Violet and Bruce Wong who just don’t fit in with the other Earth kids. Sure, they have superpowers; they’re just not very good ones. But when an evil beast called the Space Chupacabra appears, intent on universal destruction, the Wong kids must travel to far reaches of outer space to stop it ...if they can only stop bickering. Violet and Bruce ultimately realize that being different isn’t just okay; it might just be the most important thing ever. Using a mix of action-driven storytelling, puppetry, and visual magic, The Wong Kids transports its audience into the galaxy’s far reaches.

Suggested Ages 7+
Approximate Run Time 70 minutes, no intermission