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It was another great week at Martin! Our students had lots of fun participating in our PBIS reward activities. 🎉 A big thank you to the parent volunteers who joined us and helped make these activities possible!

We also continued our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in Mrs. Nogueras’ and Miss Vogel’s classrooms. We are grateful to the family members who came in to share their cultures, traditions, and experiences with our students. ❤️🌎 It has been wonderful having our families be part of the learning and celebrating the diversity of our Martin community.

Looking ahead, this upcoming week is Fire Prevention Week! 🚒 A special thank you to Philip Adams, PFLSE, Public Education & Community Outreach Coordinator with the Huntley Fire Protection District, for helping educate our students about fire safety. We encourage families to continue these conversations at home by reviewing your family escape plan, two ways out of each room, and a designated family meeting place.

Another great week of Good Things Happening at Martin! 💙💛🐾

Many states, including Illinois, have passed in the past several years laws with the intent of increasing the awareness of child sexual abuse. You may have heard of this legislation under its more common name, Erin's Law, in honor of Erin Merryn, a brave young woman who has crossed the country advocating for laws to increase awareness of this crime against children. One of the requirements of this law is that schools provide an age-appropriate curriculum to all students relating to sexual abuse prevention through age-appropriate curriculum which may include a variety of discussions, activities, videos, and role-play scenarios. The purpose of the lessons is to provide students with the tools needed for personal safety and a nurturing and caring environment open for disclosure of any incidents.

Starting the month of November, your child’s teacher, along with the school Social Worker, will present a Child Sexual Abuse-Assault Program discussing the following concepts:

● What is Child Sexual Abuse and Assault

● Myths/Facts about abuse, assault and abuser/perpetrator

● Instincts and Secrets

● How to protect self from sexual situations

● Identifying and learning to tell safe, trusted adults

Nationwide, 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be the victim of child sexual abuse by the age of 18. Through this program aimed at educating and empowering students, we want to provide your student with the knowledge and skills to use if ever affected by sexual violence.

District 158 believes that all of our students will benefit from participating in this program. Additional parent/guardian resources can also be found at www.erinslaw.org.

If you have any questions about the program's content, please contact the school office at (847) 659-5300 or email your classroom teacher.

If you would like to remove your child from this presentation, please complete this form by Oct. 31, 2026.

Kind regards,

Mrs. Happold & Mrs. Dahlke

Congratulations to our outstanding Huskies! 💙💛

We are excited to celebrate this week's Exemplary Husky winners! These students were recognized for going above and beyond our schoolwide expectations through kindness, responsibility, leadership, and respect. They are wonderful examples of how Good Things Happen at Martin and They Begin With Us!

Oct 2-23-Yearbook Cover Contest-See Below

Oct 6 & 7-Fire Safety Presentation

Oct. 7-CMPTA Monthly Meeting at Martin-6:30pm

Oct 8-Martin School Store

Oct 13-Huntley 158 Movie Night

Oct 14-CMPTA Dine and Share-Chick-Fil-A

Oct 15-Picture Retakes

Oct 16-Light Works Pop Up

October 19-23-Lions Club for the 4th Annual Recycle for Sight Used Eyeglass Collection Drive

Oct 23-Early Release Day ay 12:55

Picture Retakes will be held on October 15, 2026. Afterward, you’ll be able to view your images, order packages, and select your yearbook photo (please do so before it’s selected for you). All orders will be delivered to your home.

To view and order photos from Picture Day: You’ll receive an email when your images are ready to view online. Or, you can search for them at vipis.com shortly after photos are taken. If you need further assistance, contact VIP at support@vipis.com.

October brings our annual Art to Remember fundraising experience to Martin! Students have been working hard to create some amazing artwork, and families have the opportunity to purchase keepsake items featuring their child’s creation. The best part is that every keepsake order supports our art program!

Personalized order forms should have come home with your child last week. These forms include a preview of your child’s artwork, along with an online ordering code and QR code to access their artwork directly.

To view and order your child’s artwork, visit ArtToRemember.com and enter the online order code found on the personalized order form, or simply scan the QR code. If you misplaced the code, you can also search for your child’s artwork by school and student name.

The ordering deadline is Friday, October 23rd.

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s Art teacher, Mrs. Dase at mdase@district158.org or Mrs. Ricker at kricker@district158.org.

Yearbook Cover Contest

Light Works is coming to Martin! Students will have the opportunity to shop during their lunch on Friday, October 16, from 10:30 AM–1:00 PM. There will be lots of fun fall and Halloween items to choose from. We can’t wait for our Huskies to shop! 🐾🛍️🍁

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Let's stand together to create a safe and supportive school community. Recognize the signs, speak up, and report bullying. Together, we can make a difference. To learn more about bullying, the difference between bullying and peer conflict, and the district’s response to bullying, please visit the Huntley 158 website.

At Huntley Community School District 158, we’re proud to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Join us in honoring this vibrant heritage and the diverse voices that make our community strong.

The Huntley Hurricanes Special Olympics team is excited to kick off the 2026 basketball season in a few months! To gauge interest and tailor our plan for the fall, we kindly request your assistance in participating in an interest survey. See below for two Special Olympics basketball opportunities that will be available this fall/winter.

To be eligible to participate, students must be at least 8 years old (at the start of the 2026-27 school year) through age 22 and have an intellectual disability or an impairment approved with physician consent. There is no cost to participate, other than to ensure proper attire including athletic shoes.

• Basketball Team- Students will be on a team playing basketball games against other Special Olympics teams in the area. Commitment: At least three games and weekly practices leading up to the regional competition

• Basketball Skills- Students will compete focusing on these skills: Target Pass, 10-Meter Dribble and Spot Shot. Commitment: Weekly practices leading up the regional competition

Please fill out this form by September 25 if you are interested in signing up your child for the 2026 Special Olympics Basketball Team or Basketball Skills. This is only the first step of the process as we are seeking to gather interest. You will be contacted directly regarding next steps. By collaborating with you, we can ensure that our efforts align with the needs and preferences of our community.

If you encounter any difficulties or have any questions regarding the survey or the initiative itself, please let me know. Thank you for your cooperation and support in this endeavor.

Sincerely,

Keely Grasse
Special Olympics Coordinator
Email: kgrasse@district158.org

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM (45-minute presentation with 15 minutes for Q & A)
Location: District Office, Room 180, 650 Dr. John Burkey Dr., Algonquin
Cost: Free; light snacks will be served
Guest Speaker: Jen Rowzee, Services Inc.

During this session, Huntley 158 families who have a student with an IEP will learn about the timeline to follow when applying for disability-related benefits for their child. The presentation will highlight PUNS (Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services), providing an overview of the potential benefits available when families plan early.

As a follow-up to this, families can make a 30-minute appointment on Monday, October 19 to meet one-on-one with a Services Inc. representative who will walk them through the PUNS registration process, answer questions, and provide guidance on what information is needed to complete the application. Visit the website for more information about both events.

Grab a blanket and get comfy for Huntley 158’s first sensory-friendly movie night! Join us on Tuesday, October 13, at Heineman Middle School for a fun and inclusive evening open to all ages.

The featured movie, Out of My Mind (rated PG), is an inspiring story about a young girl with cerebral palsy who finds her voice and challenges others to see what she is capable of. With powerful themes of friendship, inclusion and perseverance, it’s the perfect film to bring our community together.

Doors open at 6 p.m., and the movie begins at 6:15 p.m. Come dressed for comfort and bring a blanket for floor seating; an accessible seating area will also be available. We’ll provide snacks and water, or feel free to bring your own. Stop by our “selfie station” and enter for a chance to win a prize! The evening will wrap up at approximately 8 p.m. Students under age 13 must attend with a parent or guardian.

Questions? Contact Ina Hall, Huntley 158 Family Engagement Liaison, at ihall@district158.org.

Huntley School District 158 is excited to once again partner with the Huntley Area Lions Club for the 4th Annual Recycle for Sight Used Eyeglass Collection Drive, taking place at all District 158 schools during the week of October 19-23.

How can you help? Take a few minutes to look through your dresser drawers, closets, and other

places where old eyeglasses may be collecting dust.

We’re collecting:

• Prescription eyeglasses
• Prescription sunglasses
• Reading eyeglasses
• Empty plastic and metal eyeglass frames

Don’t wear them anymore? Donate them and give them a second chance to help someone else see clearly! And don’t forget to ask your friends, neighbors, and family members to join in! Donation boxes will be available at all District 158 schools and the Administration Office from Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 23.

Let’s come together as a community and surpass our record of 282 pairs of eyeglasses

collected! Every pair makes a difference!

Join us on Monday, November 2 at Martin Elementary for an evening of learning, connection, and family fun! From 6:00–6:30 p.m., our MPAC (Multilingual Parent Advisory Committee) meeting will focus on an overview and discussion of District data. Pizza will be served, and childcare will be provided during the meeting.

Following MPAC, stay for our MPAC-sponsored Family Reading Night from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Families will have an opportunity to enjoy reading activities, explore resources, and learn strategies to support literacy at home.

📍 Martin Elementary, 10920 Reed Road

We hope to see you there!

We're excited to kick off another amazing school year and continue supporting our wonderful Reed Road school community! 🎉 The CMPTA helps make so many fun events and memorable experiences possible for our students and staff.

Can't make the meeting? No worries! We'd still love for you to become part of our CMPTA community and enjoy all of the great events and opportunities CMPTA supports throughout the year. Every family is welcome, and every level of involvement makes a difference! ❤️

Join us for a CMPTA Spirit Night Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A in Algonquin on Wednesday, October 14, anytime from 4:30–8:00 p.m.! When ordering in the dining room or drive-thru, be sure to mention Spirit Night. For mobile orders, select the option to support a community event and enter the code Husky. Enjoy dinner while helping support our Martin students and school community!

New, interactive school breakfast and lunch menus are now posted online! Visit the My School Meals website or download the mobile app to view interactive menus and nutritional information in the language of your choice. Read this article below for more information about My School Meals, MySchoolBucks, and more!

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