Bulldog Bulletin

Dear Churchill Families,

We kindly ask that students not bring personal items to school, including Labubu stuffed animals or other toys. These items can be easily misplaced and often cause distractions during the school day.

Please also remember that toy weapons of any kind including toy guns are strictly prohibited at school. Bringing such items will be treated seriously in accordance with school policy. Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us maintain a safe, focused, and positive learning environment for all students.

As a quick reminder, there will be no school on Monday, October 13, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Enjoy the long weekend!

Mrs. Peacock

Calling All Bulldog Moms. We need you!

If you would like to help out during your student's lunch time, we would love to have you.

• Please call our main office and let us know that you are able to "Drop-in". (708) 798-3424
• You need your ID and comfortable shoes.
  
• Come ready to give smiles, fist bumps, and a helping hand.

The lunch times are:

3rd Grade - 10:15am

4th Grade - 11:05am

5th Grade - 11:55am

As we settle into fall and Halloween approaches, many are excited to celebrate on Friday, October 31st. The following guidelines must be followed if students choose to wear a costume:

• Must wear costume to school. Students will not be allowed to change into a costume.
• Must be able to wear a costume comfortably while conducting daily activities including being able to sit down at a desk to complete school work.
• No make-up or masks are allowed.
• Refrain from any costumes that contain blood/gore, weapons.
• No props of any kind.

With the support of our amazing PTA, each class will have the opportunity to engage in some fun activities from 10:45am-11:45am. If you would prefer for your child not to participate in Halloween themed activities, please inform your child's teacher before 10/31/25. There will be a fun alternate activity that they may participate in. There will not be a snack provided. No other outside food is permitted. We are looking forward to a fun day!

Please take a moment to see if you might be able to volunteer on this day. We are still in need of a few volunteers to do a craft or game. See the message from PTA below.

PTA Halloween Party Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers for this year’s Halloween Party (Oct 31, 10:45-11:45). Please use the signup genius below to sign up for either a craft or a game in your child’s classroom. If you volunteer, your contact information will be passed along to the room representative and they will reach out to you.

Please note: We still have many rooms without a room parent. If you are interested in volunteering please reach out to Lauren Roman membership153@homewoodpta.org

Signup Genius: https://tinyurl.com/2zsuuetr

Homewood PTA: https://homewoodpta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true

Below is the PBIS lesson that was taught to all students last week. Please review this lesson with your student. At the end of the month, 2 students from each homeroom will be selected as a result of being an upstander and showing empathy.

Congratulations to our students that came to school everyday and ready to learn. Way to go Bulldogs! Enjoy your free slice of cake from Portillo's!

Bullying is a serious issue that affects many students. Therefore, join us in reminding your student to be an Upstander by doing the following:

• Speak up: Use simple phrases like "That's not cool," "Stop that," or "That's bullying" to the person being mean.
• Show disapproval: Give a silent, cold stare to show you don't support the behavior.

• Be a buddy:

  Support the person being bullied by standing with them, walking with them, or including them in an activity to make them feel safer while waiting for adult assistance.

We are able to eliminate bullying one action at a time!

Bulldog Dads are Representing!

Aurelio’s in Homewood is supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Team Luke

on Monday, October 13. See flyer below!

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Mondays - Throughout October, let’s wear pink on Mondays to honor and support Churchill’s very own cancer survivors.

• October 20th
  
• October 27th

If you need to pick up your student before dismissal, please be prepared to show a photo ID. Thank you for partnering with us to keep all students safe!

• Police Decal Contest - See Flyer Below

• Attached is the official template to use for the decal contest. Homewood PD would like submissions from each school, and they will select one winner from each school. The design will be replicated on the decal on their squad cars.
  
• Please return these back to main office before 10/31.
  

A big thank you to the parents that joined Dr. McAlister and me for our first meeting. The information you shared has already been reflected in this newsletter. 😁

Our next Parent Advisory Meeting is on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 PM at Churchill School! To accommodate all parents, meetings will be held monthly, alternating between mornings and evenings.

November’s meeting will focus on IXL and Routines (School-wide Practices) to strengthen our partnership with families and improve communication. If you’re interested in learning more about these two areas, we would love for you to join us.

Please take a moment to complete the form below and share your thoughts. We look forward to seeing you at the Parent Advisory Meeting on November 5, 2025 starting promptly at 6pm!

Thank you in advance,

Mrs. Peacock

Arrival Time:

• To ensure the safety of your student, the earliest they should arrive to school is 8:15am. We do not have supervision until 8:15am. The tardy bell rings at 8:30am. If you have any questions please call the main office at 708-798-3424.

Early Dismissal/Transportation Change/ No School:

• If a student needs to be picked up early or a transportation change is needed, please call the main office at 708.798.3424, before 2:30pm. You may also send a written note to school with your student. They must bring it to the main office.
• The next early dismissal is Friday, October 31st. Students will be dismissed at 12 noon. If you need to make a transportation change, please call the main office before 11:15am.
• There is no school October 13th due to Indigenous Peoples Day

Lunch Drop Off:

• Food delivery services such as Uber Eats, Door Dash, etc., are not allowed and will be returned.
• Parents/Guardians may drop off lunch for students 20 minutes before the lunch period begins.
• Lunch period times are:
• 3rd grade 10:15am
• 4th grade 11:05am
• 5th Grade 11:55am

Lost and Found Donation to Goodwill is Monday, November 3rd. Please remind your student to check the lost and found to claim their items.

October 20th - 24th - Anti-bullying Spirit Week. See Flyer above.

October 22nd - Picture Retake day for absent students only.