Churchill PTA Newsletter
August 31, 2026
PTA NEWS:
This Wednesday: IEP/504 Parent Meeting
Kicking Off the School Year in Sweet Style!
Thank you to all the families who came out to the Churchill Open House & Back to School Social on Friday, August 28! Special thanks to our Book Fair Chair, Abby Woenker, our Ice Cream Social Chairs, Sarah Dickinson and Kealy Moore, and the many volunteers who helped make the event a big success!
Ready, Set, Run! Register for the Run-a-thon!
Churchill PTA's 10th Annual Run-A-Thon is Thursday, September 24th!
Churchill Elementary PTA understands the need to promote a healthy and educational fundraiser while respecting parents repeated requests for an easy, no-nonsense approach to helping us reach our budget goals. The money raised will go directly to support the programs the Churchill PTA provides for students at little to no cost to families. Events such as Back-to-School Social, Fall Fest, Field Trips, High Interest Day, Assemblies, International Night, Drama Production, Family Fun Night, Rollerskating Night, Author Visits and so many more would not be possible without donations collected through PTA fundraising efforts. The Run-A-Thon is a great way for families to support the PTA and for students and staff to have fun together!
We need YOUR help to reach our $30,000 goal!!
Register your child HERE!
This year we have lots of fun raffle prizes for students to win! When a student registers for the event they will automatically earn a chance to win raffle prizes. When a student reaches $25, $50, $100, $150 and $200 in collected donations, they will automatically earn additional chances to win raffle prizes! The more money a student raises, the more chances they have to win fun prizes!! Raffles will take place randomly prior to the Run-A-Thon and winners will be announced in the morning announcements. First raffle will be on Friday, September 4th so register & fundraise early!
ANY STUDENT WHO REACHES SUPERSTAR STATUS BY COLLECTING $300 IN DONATIONS WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING TO WIN AN IPAD MINI! ONLY SUPERSTAR FUNDRAISERS WILL BE ELIGIBLE TO THROW A PIE AT PRINCIPAL AHRENS IF WE ACHIEVE THAT INCENTIVE!
**Volunteer information coming soon!**
Back-to-School Photos Needed for the Yearbook!
Help Make the Churchill Yearbook Great! Share your photos!
The school year has begun and we would love for you to share any moments captured during back to school for the 2026-2027 Churchill Yearbook.
You can share photos directly with the yearbook team or log in to Treering.com and upload to the designated event folders. You can upload your Back to School Photos below!
New to Treering?
To set up an account on the Treering website, click on "Buy a Yearbook" and then you will be prompted to enter your school code:
Churchill school passcode:
1014698115332761
Please note you do not need to purchase upon creation of an account.
Once logged in you can navigate to “ Explore Yearbooks”
On the landing page select "Year Book To-Do’s”
Finally select “Upload School Photos”
Too many steps or not ready to set up an account?
Feel free to email questions or share your photos at: yearbook@churchillpta.org
Calling All 5th Graders - Join Fifth Grade Gives Back (FGGB)
Fifth Grade Gives Back (FGGB) is a service-based leadership program designed especially for Churchill 5th graders. Students have the opportunity to make a difference by giving back to the school and the greater community while having fun and making new friends!
Throughout the year, FGGB students can participate in a variety of activities, including Fall Fest games, Family Movie Night, a Talent Show act, community service projects, and more!
All Churchill 5th graders are welcome to join, and FGGB is completely free! There is no commitment required and students can participate in as many or as few activities as they’d like.
To sign-up please fill out the Google form below by September 9th.
FGGB will also rely on the support of our amazing parent volunteers, so there will be lots of opportunities for parents to get involved and help make the year a success! Any questions please reach out to co-chairs Caryn Neumann & Lindsay Anderson at churchillfggb@gmail.com
Your Voice Matters—Join Us!
Join us for our first PTA meeting on Wednesday, September 9, from 7–8:30 p.m. in the Churchill Library!
Come connect with fellow parents, hear important school updates, and share your ideas for making our Churchill community even stronger.
Can’t make it in person? No problem! A virtual option will be available, so you can join us from home.
We look forward to seeing you and kicking off a great school year together!
Churchill Chess Club Starts in September 14
Churchill Chess Club
The Churchill Chess Club welcomes students with an interest in learning, practicing, and enjoying the game of chess in a fun, supportive environment. Our program is open to students in Grades 2–5, knowing the rules is encouraged but not required.
Club Schedule
• Mondays, 6:30–7:30 PM (8 sessions)
• Fall 2026 dates
- September 14
September 21
September 28
October 5
October 19
October 26
November 9
- November 16
Location
• Churchill LMC
• Please enter through Door #14 (west end of the building)
What to Expect
• Learn fundamentals, strategy, and tactics
• Play friendly matches
• Build confidence and problem-solving skills
• Prepare for optional local tournaments
Cost
• $30 per student or $50 for two or more students in the same family.
• Financial assistance is available for families who qualify for free/reduced lunch.
• Register below!
Volunteers
Parent volunteers are welcome and appreciated. No chess experience is required — just a willingness to help supervise and support students.
Questions? email: chessclub@churchillpta.org.
COMMUNUTY NEWS:
Art Afterschool Enrichment Program - Young Rembrandts
Young Rembrandts is offering a 13-week fall art program for students in Grades K–5 at Churchill Elementary!
Classes are held Thursdays from 3:30–4:30 PM, immediately after dismissal. Young Rembrandts provides all supplies, and parents are responsible for prompt pickup when class ends.
Fall Session: September 17–December 17, 2026
No class: November 26
Tuition: $208 for 13 weekly sessions
Location: Churchill Elementary
Payment: A 50/50 payment plan is available online.
Important: Please do not send enrollment payments to the school office. Enrollment information should be sent directly to Young Rembrandts.
Enroll: Click the link below to enroll! Flyers in English & Spanish with more information are attached.
Questions? Contact Young Rembrandts at 630-493-4263.
For Parents, By Experts: Explore the Glenbard Parent Series
Parenting is a journey, and no one has to do it alone!
The Glenbard Parent Series offers free, engaging programs featuring experts on topics that matter to families. Check out the upcoming sessions for an opportunity to learn, connect, and feel supported along the way. Click the link below to explore upcoming events!
STAY IN THE KNOW WITH THE LATEST PTA EVENTS CALENDAR
Want to know what’s coming up? Check out the latest PTA Events Calendar for all the upcoming events, activities and ways to get involved.