Superintendent News
Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95
November 26, 2024
Dear District 95 Families,
As we break for a few days to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, I hope your heart is as full as mine with gratitude for being part of such a caring learning community that I consider to be my extended family.
We have the great fortune to have caring, compassionate educators and supporting staff in all of our buildings, serving our students and families.
We have dedicated leaders in our schools, who put themselves last in order to serve their students, families, and staff first.
We have amazing students who are bright, compassionate, fun and funny, who will - or already have - impacted the world for the better.
We have devoted families who want the best for their children, for our community, and for the future.
We have a community that supports our schools, our leaders, and our students and their families, cheering them on every step of their journey.
For these and many other reasons I am incredibly grateful to serve all of you who are part of this wonderful District 95 family. Please take care and be safe this holiday weekend.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kelley Gallt
Superintendent
SIGN UP NOW!! Open House Lake Zurich Area - December 14th, 2024
SIGN UP NOW!! On December 14th, 2024, Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 will open our schools to the community for guided tours. Improvements have been made to all district schools, especially as a result of the 2018 referendum which allowed for facility improvements and also some major new construction.
The community is welcome to attend guided tours - ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED - by signing up through the following link: https://tinyurl.com/mszwjj5k.
***Sign up is required by December 11th, 2024***
TOUR TIME SLOTS BY BUILDING
Middle School North & Spencer Loomis – 8:00 am, 8:15 am, 8:30 am
Lake Zurich High School – 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am
May Whitney – 11:00 am, 11:15 am, 11:30 am
Seth Paine – 12:00 pm, 12:15 pm, 12:30 pm
Young Adult Center – 1:00 pm, 1:10 pm, 1:20 pm
Sarah Adams - 1:45 pm, 2:00 pm, 2:15 pm
Middle School South and Isaac Fox Elementary - 2:30 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:00 pm
For any questions, please contact us at feedback@lz95.org.
Severe Weather, Emergency Closures, and Altered Schedules
Emergency Closures and Altered Schedules
As we enter the winter months, severe weather will sometimes require the school district to call for an emergency closing day or for an altered schedule such as a Delayed Start or an Early Dismissal. Our goal in providing a Delayed Start during inclement weather is to prioritize both in-person learning and the safety of all students, families, and staff (for more information see below).
Should a Delayed Start not be an option, District 95 will announce a “traditional” emergency day, again honoring in-person learning. On such days, school will not be in session, and remote learning is unlikely. As a result, please keep in mind that any emergency days used during the school year must be added to the end of the school calendar as make-up days.
Communication
If a school closure or altered schedule be deemed necessary, the district will communicate with families using our mass communication system through emails and texts (provided a number is provided in ParentVUE for texting), and on our websites and official social media accounts.
When is a Delayed Start called?
The Delayed Start schedule may be initiated by the district to allow time for roads and school grounds to be cleared and for our staff to arrive at school. When a Delayed Start is called, district buses will arrive at your student’s bus stop two hours later than their regularly scheduled time. Students who walk or drive to school should arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to the delayed start time. Where applicable, class periods will be shortened to accommodate a shorter day, but dismissal times will not change. Food service will be provided as usual.
When is an Early Dismissal called?
The Early Dismissal schedule may be initiated by the district if severe weather is moving into the area making travel at normal dismissal times difficult or unsafe. When the district calls for an Early Dismissal, school is dismissed exactly two hours earlier than the regular schedule.
For more information about emergency closings and delays, please click here to visit our website.
Student Artwork Contest!
The school district is excited to announce a contest for students to showcase their creativity! We’re looking for original artwork, poems, or verses to feature on our New Year’s card, which will be shared with district employees and community partners in early January.
Submissions must be in digital format (JPG or PNG). If your artwork is on paper, please take a clear photo before submitting.
The selected winner(s) will receive a small token of appreciation for their contribution.
Submit your entries through this form by December 16th, 2024. We can’t wait to see your creative talents shine!
Submit your original artwork here: https://lakezurich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ab2nd0armPRGV7w
Join Us for Sip 'n Chat
This year, in conjunction with the District 95 Board of Education and administration, we began a new initiative called “Sip ‘n Chat” where up to two Board members, one or more administrators, and I will be available at various locations in the community for people to drop in for conversations relating to our school district. We will have key people on hand who are subject matter experts in particular areas, but discussions are not restricted to only that topic. We hope to have room for up to 20-25 people at one time, though it is also fine to come and go – I hope you will consider stopping by for a cup of coffee and a chat!
December 9, 2024
First Watch, 20505 N Rand Rd, Kildeer
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Subject Matter Experts: Supporting Student Needs
The Board Corner
Get to know your Board of Education members! The Board Corner is a new article series for the 2024-25 school year which features a letter from a different Board of Education member each month.
For more information about the Board of Education, including meeting schedules, how to contact the Board, and much more, click here to visit the District 95 website, then select the "School Board" menu.
A Letter from Board Member, Natashia Dannegger
Dear District 95 Community,
As a proud member of our school board and a mom of four boys—one at Isaac Fox Elementary, one at Middle School South, and two at the high school—I want to take a moment to share my deep appreciation for our school district and the incredible community we’ve built together.
Having started my career as an elementary school teacher, education has always been my passion. Currently, I serve as a substitute teacher in Barrington School District, and I’ve also had the privilege of working as a substitute in our own district (prior to becoming a Board member), gaining first-hand experience in all of our elementary school buildings. This background has greatly informed my role on the board, particularly as I’ve participated in various committees, including the Facilities and Business Operations Committee, the Strategic Planning Committee, the Languages Committee, the Referendum Committee, and the Redistricting Committee. I also had the honor of serving as Isaac Fox PTO president, which reinforced my commitment to our schools and the families we serve.
I am especially proud of our district's achievements, including receiving two Blue Ribbon Awards and the Green Ribbon Award, which reflect our dedication to academic excellence and environmental sustainability. As a board, we work diligently to ensure fiscal responsibility while striving for academic success and fostering equity and inclusion for all students.
I sincerely hope to connect with many of you at upcoming school events or on the sidelines of one of my boys’ baseball, basketball, soccer, or football games. Please feel free to stop by and chat; I would love to hear your thoughts and share ideas about how we can continue to support our students and community.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our schools. Together, we can continue to foster a nurturing and enriching environment for all our children.
Sincerely,
Natashia Dannegger
District 95 Job Openings
In addition to an ongoing need for bus drivers (see below for more information), District 95 also has many other current employment needs including playground/lunchroom supervisors, classroom aides, and more. For a current list of openings, please visit our online job listings by clicking here.
Bus Drivers
Looking for an opportunity to give back to the community? Retired and looking for a way to stay active and connected? A parent wanting to have the same schedule as your children? Want to bring your preschool aged child to work with you? Join our amazing team of bus drivers. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.
Benefits Include: · Paid Behind the Wheel Training · Partial Paid Health Insurance · Retirement Benefits · Sick Leave · Personal Days· Competitive Pay including pay for prior experience
Qualifications: · Good Driving Record · Minimum of 21 years old (Drivers) · Pass required Federal Background check · Pass a pre-employment/ annual physical & drug test · Enjoy working with kids!!
If you have any questions, contact the District 95 Transportation Department at 847-438-2834.
Click here to apply online by visiting our website or go to www.lz95.org/jobs ~ Click on Job Openings ~ Select Transportation ~ Select Apply button
Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95
Email: feedback@lz95.org
Website: www.lz95.org
Location: 832 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL, USA
Phone: 847-438-2831
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LZdistrict95
Instagram: @LZdistrict95
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