The Eagle's Nest

Hello Walsh Families!

Spring is almost here! Speaking of spring, don't forget to "Spring Ahead" this Saturday before going to bed, as Daylight Savings Time is here! Set your clocks ahead one hour. We have an early dismissal this Monday at 1:50 PM for Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ms. Chris Smith, Walsh Principal

Mr. Jeff Moore, Walsh Associate Principal

Monday, March 14

• Early Release - Students Dismissed at 1:50 PM
• Parent/Teacher Conferences

Tuesday, March 15

• School is in Session!

Wednesday, March 16

• Late Start

Thursday, March 17

• St. Patrick's Day - Non-Uniform Day - Wear Green!

Friday, March 18

• Walsh Holi Celebration - 3:30 - 4:00 PM on back blacktop

Monday, March 21 - Friday, March 25

• Read Across America Spirit Week

Saturday, March 26 - Sunday, April 3

• Spring Break - Students return on Monday, April 4th

Friday, April 15 & Monday, April 18

• No School

Awesome job Mr. Umana and Walsh School! You raised $6,087.24 for the American Heart Association!

Congratulations to the top donators in the 2022 Kids Heart Challenge:

Bryant A., Kindergarten - $1,686.56 - Bryant was the top donator as of midnight on the last day of the challenge and will have his name in the gym.

Amina B., 2nd grade - $1,716.22

Nikolai S. 1st Grade - $1,379.84

Thank you to all that participated!

In the Steam lab we now have a “Periodic Table of Black History”. Students get to scan a QR code of a famous person to learn about how they were a part of black history. They are able to do this when they finish their assignment for the day in STEAM. They also get to report back to the class what they learned.

The students have also been taught that black history is not something we just learn about in February, which is Black History Month. We have talked about how history is important to learn about all the time. I’m encouraging our students that they can do anything they want. They should never let the color of their skin hold them back from anything. History happens every day! They are making history all the time.

As a whole class, we have been learning about one person a week and doing an engineering activity. This past week, we have learned about Mae Jemison, the first female African American astronaut to go to space! Ask your child about her. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders, then worked on creating straw rockets and practiced our measuring skills to see how far we can get the rockets to go.

Don’t forget to ask your child who was the African American that I talked about making history in our very own school!

Soon the women of history will also be added to our Steam walls!

I can’t wait to keep encouraging our students that they can do and be anything. They need to always dream big!

Mrs. Marroquin ~ STEAM Teacher

We are excited to announce the Elite 8 for the Library March Madness Tournament!!

Rm 105 - Hough

Rm 102 - Mann

Rm 106 - Campagna

Rm 212 - Modiest

Rm 211 - Neboska

Rm 101 - White

Rm 201 - Moore

Rm 203 - McRae

The students did an awesome job reporting on the books they read last week.

This week we celebrate our school social worker, Mrs. Fletcher. Mrs. Fletcher, tirelessly works with every student and teacher in our school community, providing social emotional learning, supporting students with instruction, and supporting families with a vast array of resources. Mrs. Fletcher has been part of the Walsh community for over 20 years . Her dedication and love she has given over the years to the students she serves is unparalleled. Ms. Fletcher, thank you for all that you have done and all you will continue to do for Walsh. We appreciate all the love you give.

Throughout the month of March, students will continue to learn about personal safety. Topics include stranger danger, and child abuse prevention (Erin’s Law).

Positive Things to Say to Your Child

1. You are important.
2. You make me proud.
3. You are loved.

Have questions about Covid-19 and/or mask policies in District 104? Click below for Questions & Answers.

Students WILL be charged fees for damage/loss of technology items.

Fees are:

• Device Sleeve/cover - $10
• Charger - $25
• Touch Screen - $115
• Device - $250/new device; $200/2 years old; $150/3 years old; $100/4 years old (new devices are provided to 1st and 5th grades every year

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E-mail: parenthelpline@sd104.us

Phone: 708-458-0141

Email: chsmith@sd104.us
Website: https://www.sd104.us/
Location: 5640 South 75th Avenue, Summit, IL, USA
Phone: 708-458-7165
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