Irving Elementary Weekly Update

Irving Families,

Hard to believe that summer is almost over, and the new school year is just around the corner! We are excited to welcome our students back to Irving on Thursday, August 21st, for the first day of school. Please note, this will be a half-day, with dismissal at 11:30 AM.

To kick off the year with some fun, we invite you to our Back-to-School Picnic on Sunday, August 17th, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at Proksa Park. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet other families, enjoy some outdoor activities, and find out who your child’s teacher will be for the year. If you're unable to attend, don’t worry! We will email teacher assignments soon after the event.

To our newest Irving kindergartners, we are especially excited to invite you to our "Bursting into Kindergarten" event on Monday, August 18th at 5:00 PM. We encourage parents to bring in their school supplies that evening. There will be a brief informational session, along with a chance to ask questions and explore the school. Plus, the children can enjoy some bubble playtime on the playground!

To make the start of the school year as smooth as possible, we’ll also be hosting a School Supply Drop-off for grades 1st–5th on Wednesday, August 20th, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM. This is a great time to meet your child’s teacher and drop off any supplies before the first day of school.

Preschool’s first day is Monday, August 25th. Preschool begins at 8:45 AM. Students enter through the gym/bus lane doors on 35th Street. Open houses will be held by appointment on August 21st and 22nd, with teachers scheduling these directly with families.

The front office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM until school starts. To ensure you receive the best service, please consider scheduling an appointment with Ms. Garcia or Mrs. Cordero by calling 708-795-2334 or emailing agarcia@bsd100.org or mcordero@bsd100.org.

We are eagerly anticipating the start of the new school year and can’t wait to welcome all of our students back to school. We know that for many parents, the first day drop-off can be a bittersweet moment, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!

Mr. Stachura

We’re excited to welcome Mayra Cordero as our new school secretary! Mrs. Cordero brings years of experience working as a secretary in various roles and is known for her warm and friendly personality. She’s no stranger to our school—her two children attended Irving and now go to Heritage, and she spent years volunteering with our PTO to help make our school community stronger. Mrs. Cordero and her family live nearby, and she cares deeply about Irving. We’re thrilled to have her on our team!

We are happy to share that Libby, Mrs. Toolan’s professional therapy dog, will be returning to Irving this school year! Libby is a beloved member of our school community, offering calm, comfort, and support to students throughout the building.

To ensure it’s safe for her to visit your child’s classroom, District guidelines require parent/guardian permission for students to interact with animals at school. This is because some students may have allergies, asthma, or other health needs.

Libby will be on campus regularly and may visit classrooms during the year. Please complete this PERMISSION FORM if your child can participate in activities with Libby.

Bus Service begins on the first day for students in grades K-5. Bus transportation is provided to students who meet the criteria due to distance, hazard roads crossings or student needs. A new FORM must be completed yearly for all students. Please submit any bus forms to the school office. If you have any questions contact the transportation department at 708-303-4011.

Staff members will greet the buses and help students get to their designated lines.

Irving School experiences heavy traffic during arrival and dismissal. Parking is limited, and our streets are crowded with students and adults. To ensure a safe and efficient drop-off or pick-up, please arrive early.

Please refer to the photo below for our drop-off/pick-up procedures. It is essential that families use the 35th Street bus lane or park legally and walk their students to their designated lines. Always cross the street at marked crosswalks with a crossing guard. Students must never cross in the middle of the street.

When using the bus lane for drop-off/pick-up, please follow these guidelines:

• Direction: 35th Street is one-way eastbound from Clinton Avenue to Kenilworth Avenue. Please obey all signs and markings.
• Drop-off/Pick-up: Pull into the furthest available eastbound spot on 35th Street to allow students to exit or enter the vehicle.
• Student Readiness: Students should be ready to exit or enter the car immediately upon stopping.
• Walking Students: Adults cannot park in the bus lane to walk students to their lines. Please park your vehicle if you need to accompany your child.
• School Buses: School buses load and unload at the west end of the drop-off/pick-up area.

Thank you for your cooperation in following these procedures. Your efforts help keep all our students and families safe.

Registration Reminder

We're excited to welcome your child(ren) back to Irving School for the new year! To ensure a smooth start, please complete the registration process as soon as possible.

All returning families have received a SnapCode via email from noreplyregistration@powerschool.com. Please use this code to register your child as a returning student. If you haven't received the email, please check your spam folder.

Need Help Registering?

Ms. Garcia and Mrs. Cordero are happy to assist you with the registration process. Here's how to reach them:

• Phone: Irving School - 708-795-2334
• Email: Ms. Garcia - agarcia@bsd100.org | Mrs. Cordero - mcordero@bsd100.org

Please schedule an appointment if you require assistance.

To stay up-to-date on all the exciting events happening at Irving Elementary School, add our calendar to your Google Calendar:

Irving Elementary School Calendar

1. Click the button above.

2. Click the plus sign (+) in the bottom right corner of the calendar.

The Berwyn Recreation Department will no longer be running before- and after-school care programs. Below is information on community-based after-school care providers that some families may find helpful.

Please note: Irving School is not endorsing any of these programs. This information is provided strictly for your convenience.

• PAV YMCA – Before- and after-school program held on school grounds – 708-749-0606

• St. Michael’s – Before- and after-school program – 708-788-3108

Please check out our Irving Eagles Spirit Store. There are tons of options and all orders ship directly to your home.

Website: http://irving.bsd100.org/
Location: 3501 Clinton Avenue, Berwyn, IL, USA
Phone: (708) 795-2334
Twitter: @irvingberwyn