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We are 'brewing' with kindness and brilliance this year!

The Weekly CatTalesWe are 'brewing' with kindness and brilliance this year!

August 25th, 2026 August 25th, 2026

Parent Mentor Program πŸ“ Parent Mentor Program πŸ“

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Covington Elementary is excited to share that we were chosen by Arab American Family Services (AAFS) to start a Parent Mentor Program. Parent/Guardians can work in a classroom for two hours a day with a paid stipend at the end of each semester of $1,500.00. 100 hours must be completed to receive the stipend. Training and support are provided by AAFS. Arab American heritage is not a requirement for participation. The program is open to all families who are interested in the opportunity.

If you are interested in applying, please email Amber Kenis, Associate Principal at akenis@d123.org. She will give your name to AAFS for a possible screening/interview. Training can begin as early as next-week with the work hours in the classroom beginning at the beginning of October.

Playground Reminders ⚽ Playground Reminders ⚽

During the school day, our playground is frequently used by students for recess, movement breaks, and physical education (PE) classes. To help ensure a safe and uninterrupted learning environment, we ask that families refrain from using the playground during school hours. Additionally, pets are not permitted on school grounds. This policy helps protect the safety and well-being of both your pets and our students, staff, and visitors.

During the school day, our playground is frequently used by students for recess, movement breaks, and physical education (PE) classes. To help ensure a safe and uninterrupted learning environment, we ask that families refrain from using the playground during school hours. Additionally, pets are not permitted on school grounds. This policy helps protect the safety and well-being of both your pets and our students, staff, and visitors.
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Important Dates πŸ“† Important Dates πŸ“†

Monday, September 7th:

  • No School

Wednesday, September 9th:

  • Late Start - School Start 9:30am

Friday, September 11th:

  • 5th Grade Gym Night: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Monday, September 14th:

  • Fall MAP Testing Begins
  • Open House: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Friday, September 18th:

  • Fall Picture Day
  • Bingo/Ice Cream Social: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Thursday, September 24th:

  • BPAC Meeting

Family Connection πŸͺ’ Family Connection πŸͺ’

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PTO Update πŸ‘ͺ PTO Update πŸ‘ͺ

D123 PTA COUNCIL COMMUNITY PARKING LOT SALE! D123 PTA COUNCIL COMMUNITY PARKING LOT SALE!

Mark your calendars and come out for a fun day of shopping, bargain hunting, and supporting local sellers!

Saturday, September 19th
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School
5345 99th Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Find hidden treasures, score amazing deals, and shop with local community sellers! There will be a little something for everyone!

RAIN-OUT DATE: Sunday, September 20th | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Come shop, browse, and support our community! We can’t wait to see you there!

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JOIN THE PTO!!! βœ… JOIN THE PTO!!! βœ…

Ready for another amazing school year?
Join the Covington School PTO and help us create fun, memorable experiences for every student. We have lots of exciting events and activities planned this year, and we'd love for your family to join in on the fun! For just $10 per family, you'll support our school while enjoying exclusive member perks, including:

  • Early dibs on event tickets
  • Fast Pass at select events
  • Member-only raffles
  • VIP Front Row raffle entries for winter & spring concerts
  • Free or discounted admission to select family events

Plus, you'll stay in the loop with early PTO updates and have opportunities to help plan the events our students love.

Click here to join β€”and don't forget to tell a friend! The more families who join, the more we can do for our students and school community.


Together, let's make the 2026–2027 school year the best one yet!


Thank you for supporting the Covington School PTO. We can't wait to see you this year!

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