Welch Parent News
Week of 2.23.26
On the Prowl... What is coming up at Welch?
Monday, February 23rd -
- Welch Robotics 3:35 - 4:30 PM
Tuesday, February 24th -
- 4th Grade Choir 8:00 AM
- 5th Grade Volleyball Club 3:35 - 4:30 PM
Wednesday, February 25th -
- Welch Robotics 3:35 - 4:30 PM
Thursday, February 26th -
- Young Rembrandts 3:35 - 4:30 PM
Friday, February 27th -
- No School - Institute Day
5Essentials
Parents across Illinois once again have an opportunity to participate in the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of your child’s school as it relates to the important elements of school effectiveness.
On behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois 5Essentials Survey is administered online by the University of Chicago. All survey responses will be kept confidential. The state will provide survey results for individual schools only if a school has at least 20 percent of parents take the survey. If you have children attending more than one school, we ask that you complete the survey for each school.
To take this short survey:
1. Visit 5Essentials Survey Link
2. Type and select “Dupage” as "County." (The county is the location of the school district's main office.)
3. Type your school's name into the "School" field and select your school.
The survey will be open through March 13, 2026.
Daily Snacks
As a reminder, students are invited to have a snack each day. The office does have some snacks, but we are unable to provide snacks to all of our White Tigers daily. Please remind your student(s) to bring a snack to have each day. Thank you.
Spring Parent Teacher Conferences
Spring conferences will be held on March 16 between 12:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Spring conferences are scheduled on an as-needed basis. Unlike the Fall, only 1 day of school (March 16) is dedicated to spring conferences, so appointments are limited. In the near future, teachers will reach out to families with whom they feel a conference is necessary.
If your child’s teacher does not feel a conference is necessary at this time, but you have a concern, please reach out to your child's teacher to let them know, and they will reserve a remaining conference time for you. Remember our staff is always available via email or phone any time you have questions or concerns.
School Lunch Menu
Additional Lunch
Please complete this form if your student has permission to purchase a second lunch entree and/or second meal. Each student will need this form completed in order to purchase a second entree or meal. The cost is as follows: Breakfast - Second Meal $3.75; Lunch - Second Entree - $4.40 and Second Meal - $5.75; regardless of Free/Reduced Lunch status, EVERYONE who takes a second entree and/or meal will be charged these amounts.
Wickedly Wonderful PTA Updates
Coin Wars A huge congratulations to 3rd Grade for taking the win and earning the pizza party! The competition was strong across all grades, and we loved seeing the excitement and teamwork all week long. Thank you to everyone who participated, and helped make it such a success.
Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser
Back by popular demand, we’re offering Texas Roadhouse rolls, butter, and gift cards again. Sales will run through February 27th. The bread and butter come frozen, making them easy to store and perfect for a party or a fun family meal.
Pick up will be March 18th from 3:30 - 4:00 PM.
If you’re unable to pick up at that time, please let us know and we’ll gladly arrange an alternate pick-up.
PTA Board Elections Coming Soon
It’s time to begin planning for next year’s PTA Board. All four officer positions will be open, and we would love to see new faces step into leadership roles.
Here’s a quick look at what each position involves:
President
Leads PTA meetings, works closely with the school administration, helps guide overall planning for events and initiatives, and keeps everything moving forward.
Vice President
Supports the President and helps coordinate events and committees. This role often oversees key programs, and steps in wherever support is needed.
Treasurer
Manages the PTA budget, tracks income and expenses, and ensures financial reporting stays organized and transparent.
Secretary
Records meeting minutes, manages our social media, and helps keep communication clear and consistent.
Being on the PTA Board is a meaningful way to support our school community, and help shape the experiences our students enjoy each year. If you’re curious, we encourage you to reach out with questions.
Thank you, as always, for supporting Welch and the PTA!
Bread Tags
Welch will be collecting plastic bread tags to donate to SCARCE for recycling in partnership with Danielle Cares for Chairs. Plastic bread tags are those square clips commonly used to seal bags around a loaf of bread, bagels, or even produce. If you are trying to reduce your plastic use, they can be hard to avoid. Further, plastic bread tags are not recyclable in your curbside recycling bin. Therefore, millions end up in landfills each year, just adding to our disposable plastic problem. it takes about 260,000 bread tags to purchase a basic wheelchair – so every bread tag counts! We will have collection bags at Welch, so please feel free to bring yours in or send them with your child!