The Principal's Pawprint
News You Can Use, Straight From the Fox Den!
Dear Isaac Fox Families,
I hope you were able to enjoy the extended weekend and soak up some of the much-needed sunshine! As students return to school tomorrow, we’re excited to celebrate their hard work and positive choices with a schoolwide second-trimester celebration scheduled for this Thursday. Our students have truly exceeded our expectations by consistently being safe, responsible, and kind, and we’re proud to recognize them for a job well done. Adding to the excitement, there’s a BIG, top-secret surprise planned during our celebration that students will not want to miss!
To wrap up the week, we invite our families to join us for PTO Bingo Night this Friday at Middle School South—a fun evening of community and connection. Looking forward to seeing you there! All details are below!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Kelly Olivero
Principal, Isaac Fox Elementary
Mrs. Brink Receives Teachers Make a Difference Award!
Mrs. Megan Brink, Kindergarten teacher, was surprised last Monday with a visit from Dr. Gallt, Superintendent, as well as the CUSD95 cabinet members as she was the well-deserving recipient of the Teachers Make A Different Award! Mrs. Brink received multiple nominations from parents in our community in order to have this honor bestowed upon her. Dr. Gallt shared sentiments from the parent letters as well as presented Mrs. Brink with a check for $500 to be used in her Kindergarten classroom. Mrs. Brink's current students surrounded her in a pool of hugs upon hearing the news! These foxes could not be any more proud!
3rd Grade Concert Takes Us Around the World!
Mr. Friedman, General Music Teacher, worked hard to put together a spectacular performance for our annual 3rd Grade Musical! Students from each class had the chance to perform various numbers from around the world while both singing and dancing.Each class learned and sang songs in multiple languages during this dynamite performance. The night was capped off by showing some school spirit and having all classes sing the Isaac Fox School Song for our parents! There's no doubt that all who attended enjoyed the show! Great work Mr. Friedman and all of the 3rd grade foxes. A special thank you to all of the third grade teachers as well who helped make this a memorable event!
IF Surpasses Our Community Positive Paw Goal!
Each trimester, Isaac Fox students from all grade levels work together to achieve a collective goal! Now that our second trimester has ended, we measured our progress and it's no surprise that our foxes have not only met, but surpassed their goal! These foxes continue to Be Safe, Be Responsible and Be Kind in our community! Our first trimester class goal was 50 and we have now surpassed 75 in our second trimester! Do you think we can make 100 by the end of the school year? This principal KNOWS we can! What do you say, foxes? Are you up for the challenge?
We would like to hear from you! The 5 Essentials survey link below is a key tool in ongoing efforts to improve student learning and school conditions at Isaac Fox.
District 95 highly values the insights and perspectives of parents/guardians; please complete the survey to assist in shaping the educational environment and experience for students.
Survey Participation Details:
- Survey Period: February 3, 2026 - March 13, 2026
- Who Will Participate at IF: All teachers and 4th & 5th grade students
- Parent/Guardian Participation: All parents/guardians are encouraged to complete the survey. A 20% or higher response rate will generate a specific parent/guardian report.
- For More Information: Visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois
During the colder weather months, we often see an increase in the number of students being driven to school and dropped off in the morning. As a result, it is important that our drop-off procedures remain both efficient and—most importantly—safe. There is no need to pull all the way up to the stop sign before your child exits the vehicle. The designated drop-off zone, marked by two large orange cones, begins at the Middle School South entrance and extends up to the stop sign. Once you have come to a complete stop within this zone, it is safe for your student to exit the vehicle on the sidewalk side. Please take a moment to review the standing reminders included later in this newsletter, and thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and smooth arrival process for everyone.
- Monday, February 16th: NO SCHOOL - President's Day
- Tuesday, February 17th: Students Return to School
- Tuesday, February 17th: 4th grade Orchestra (@IF) & Band Rehearsals (@ MW) before school
- Tuesday, February 17th : Sticky Fingers after school
- Tuesday, February 17th : IF Musical Rehearsal after school
- Wednesday, February 18th: Young Rembrandts & Announcments Club after school
- Thursday, February 19th: 5th grade Orchestra before school
- Thursday, February 19th: SUPRISE COMING! Trimester 2 Schoolwide Celebration!
- Thursday, February 19th : IF Musical Rehearsal after school
- Friday, February 20th: Chorus Rehearsal before school
- Friday, February 20th: PTO Bingo Night 7:00-8:30pm @ MSS
- Monday, February 23rd: Chess Club & Sticky Fingers after school
- Monday, February 23rd: IF PTO Meeting @ 6:30pm
- Tuesday, February 24th: 4th grade Orchestra (@IF) & Band Rehearsals (@ MW) before school
- Tuesday, February 24th: Sticky Fingers & IF Musical Rehearsal after school
- Wednesday, February 25th: Young Rembrandts, & Announcments Club after school
- Thursday, February 26th: 5th grade Orchestra before school
- Thursday, February 26th: IF Musical Rehearsal after school
- Friday, February 27th: Chorus Rehearsal before school
- Friday, February 27th: IF Orchestra Concert @ MSS 7:00-8:00pm
Crossing Deerpath - Please use crosswalk!
No Left Turn During Drop Off TIme
There have been an increase in the number of cars that have been avoiding the car drop off line and turning left to drop off directly in front of the main entrance. It is vital that our bus line remains open during this time. As you enter through the front entrance off Cuba Rd., please turn right and follow the drop off line. Our supervisors ensure that the line moves with efficiecy and also remains safe. Your cooperation is appreciated!
Car Pool Lane Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures
When dropping off or picking up your student in the car lane near MSS, it is important that you remain in your car at all times. Students need to be exiting the vehicle on the side nearest the sidewalk and schools. If students need help unbuckling, buckling, gathering and carrying items, then it is best to park in a spot in front of MSS or alternatively use the back lot near the soccer field and walk your child into school. Following this procedure helps maintain safety and efficiency as we get our students from home to school and back again each day. Thank you for your cooperation!
Thank you for your cooperation!
When visiting Isaac Fox, you will need to bring your license or ID in with you each time you enter the school for use with our Raptor system located in our vestibule. Please have patience while all visitors to our community check in and out. The office staff is always available to help if needed. Thank you for doing your part to help keep our school and safe and inviting environment for all!
Pick up Time and Change in Transportation Method
We strongly discourage students from being dismissed between 2:30-2:50 pm due to the dismissal lines and buses at that time. If you need to pick your child up early, please arrange for a time prior to 2:30pm.
Understand that no changes in student transportation will be made without a written or verbal request from a parent or guardian.
Once we have established your designated travel, you must notify your child’s teacher and the office in writing or via phone call each time a change is made from that routine. If a change in transportation is necessary please adhere to the following guidelines: Notify the office of the dismissal change via note or phone call prior to 2pm.
If you'd like to volunteer this year at any time as Isaac Fox you must do the following:
- Complete a volunteer form and return a paper copy with signature to the front office.
- Watch the volunteer video.
- Complete this form that serves as your verification that you've complete steps 1 & 2.
- Look for opportunities throughout the year to volunteer at Isaac Fox and sign up!
If you need to communicate with your child during the school day, please contact the school office. This includes times such as lunch and recess. Our office staff will make sure your message is delivered or will connect you with your child if it’s necessary in the moment.
We also remind students that if they need to reach you, they should always ask an adult in the building for assistance. Please take a moment to talk with your child about what to do if they need to contact you during the school day and model appropriate communication practices.
By following this process, students can stay focused on learning, and our staff can best support them if a need arises. Thank you for your cooperation and partnership!
Parent Student Handbook: 6.80 Student Use of Electronic Devices
Parent Communication Guidelines
School staff work diligently to create environments that foster learning with minimal distractions. A personal electronic device (i.e., cell phone, smart watch) can be a distraction for a student during the school day. District 95 seeks to partner with parents/guardians so that we can minimize distractions during class time. To this end, parents are discouraged from communicating to their student's personal electronic device during school hours – apart from exceptional/emergency situations.
