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PIC Parent Update

November 21, 2025

PIC Parent UpdateNovember 21, 2025

Message from Principal Tekiela Message from Principal Tekiela

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s),


November has breezed by here at PIC. I can hardly believe Thanksgiving is on Thursday. The students have been enjoying voting on their favorite Thanksgiving foods in our Holiday Food Battle. We should have a winner by the time you read this.

Last week we challenged students to spend additional time on Boost Reading. Boost Reading is part of our reading curriculum and it's our goal is for every student to work 40-60 minutes on Boost. But did you know that students can also have fun practicing on Boost at home? Boost is ideal for personalized practice at home. Students can use it on their own (no adult supervision needed!) on their school Chromebook.

Regular usage can help students extend their reading growth wherever they use the program, and we encourage students to do so. You can learn more about how you can support your child on Boost in the Boost Reader Caregiver Hub that is below.

Boost Reading Caregiver Hub

4th Grade Field Trip Permission was Due Today - We will extend until Monday 4th Grade Field Trip Permission was Due Today - We will extend until Monday

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E-Learning Day Directions 2025-2026 E-Learning Day Directions 2025-2026

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Concerning New Tik Tok Trend in Schools Concerning New Tik Tok Trend in Schools

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November Go Big Blue Spotlight Award Winner Mary Campbell - Critical Thinker November Go Big Blue Spotlight Award Winner Mary Campbell - Critical Thinker

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November Students of the Month - Monthly Focus: Critical Thinking

Fourth Grade:

Baker Bolin, John McCaslin

Ava Cross, Pablo Botello

Mary Campbell, William Witkus

Henry Fafrowicz, Jacob Wright

Deegan McKeena, Eliana Coleman


Fifth Grade:

Lukas Williams, Rosalie Jones

Jacob Iozzo, Brayden Lubert

Chase Bakken, Jaxson Pane

Zane Garcia, Isabelle Sprecher

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PIC Amazon Wish List PIC Amazon Wish List

PIC Amazon Wish LIst

Free/Reduced Lunch Waiver Free/Reduced Lunch Waiver

If you are not directly certified and believe you would qualify for free/reduced lunch and fee waivers, please fill out both applications below for full benefits by the end of the first quarter.


Household & Income Application (Fee Waiver) - 2025-20226

Household & Income Application (Fee Waiver) Spanish - 2025-2026
National School Lunch Program Waiver Application (Free/Reduced) - 2025-2026

National School Lunch Program Waiver Application (Free/Reduced) Spanish - 2025-2026

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Bus Transportation Change Update 9/22/25

With the increase in students on bus routes this year, we are no longer able to allow extra passengers to ride home with other students. Families will need to make alternate arrangements for these situations.


We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and support.


School Attendance School Attendance

We encourage families to ensure that their students arrive at school on time every day. We recognize that there are valid reasons for students to miss school occasionally. To help keep everyone informed, we send attendance reminder letters at 7, 10, and 14 absences. Additionally, we collaborate with Will County Truancy Officers to provide extra support services for families in need. The attendance team at PIC is dedicated to partnering with families for their success. Please feel free to reach out to our office or Principal Tekiela with any questions or concerns.

PTO News PTO News

1. Poppin' with Joy!

Our Double Good Popcorn fundraiser has officially wrapped up, and because of YOU, we raised $5,000 directly for our schools! From every share, every purchase, every little bit of encouragementโ€”you showed up for our students in such a big way. Your support helps us fund the experiences, supplies, and opportunities that make our schools shine. We truly could not do this without our amazing families, teachers, and community.


2. Gift Card Raffle Trees

Each year the Pancake Breakfast offers a variety of raffle items and one of the FAVORITES are the grade level/school raffle trees! We are continuing our tradition and need your support! Please help us trim the tree with gift cards that match the theme for your grade level/school. Letters are being sent home with your student with more details and the theme for each grade level. You can also donate directly to your grade level through our online store Donate Online to Gift Card Raffle Trees


3. We Need Breakfast Volunteers!

The PTO Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, December 13th from 8am-12pm. This event literally "takes a village" to make it happen - we need kitchen volunteers throughout the morning. There are a number of slots available and even just 1.5 hour of your time makes a huge impact! Sign up here Pancake Breakfast Volunteers Sign-up or via our linktree


4. Pancake Breakfast Details

Your students were sent home with a flyer with all the details for the Pancake Breakfast. Like every year, start your day off with a delicious pancake breakfast! Check out our raffles, crafts for kids in the library, pictures with Santa and the SkillsUSA Craft Fair in the gym. You can also pre-order your tickets online this year and jump the line Pre-Order Mobile Pancake Breakfast Tickets


5. Stay Connected with the PTO

This is a busy time of year so to make it easy, stay connected to us to keep up-to-date on our upcoming fundraisers and other event details! Don't forget to follow us on facebook and instagram! https://linktr.ee/peotonepto

5th Grade Band Information
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2025-2026 School Year Calendar

Office Communication

Please remember to contact the PIC office if your student is going to be absent or late. If your child is changing their route home, please call the office no later than 1:00 pm.

Important Dates Important Dates

November 24 - 28 Thanksgiving Break ๐Ÿฆƒ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿฆƒ๐Ÿ—

December 3 - 4th Grade Winter Concert 6:00 PM PHS ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽบ๐ŸŽผ

December 11 - 5th - 8th Grade Band Concert 7:00 PM PHS ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽป๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ“ข

December 15 - 4th Grade Field Trip Museum of Science and Industry

December 19 - Holiday Parties / Rok Star Event Game Day

December 22 - January 5 - Winter Break - Return Back to School on January 6

January 9 - Report Card Day/Popcorn Day

January 19- MLK Day - No School

January 20-23 - NWEA Winter Map Testing

Peotone Intermediate Center

Principal: Jennifer Tekiela (jtekiela@peotoneschools.org)

School Secretary: Miss Trish Brott (pbrott@peotoneschools.org)

Main Office: 815-469-5744


Email: jtekiela@peotoneschools.org
Website: https://www.peotoneschools.org/
Location: 9526 W Monee Manhattan Rd

Frankfort, IL 60423


Office Phone Number 815-469-5744

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