Hooper Happenings
October 3rd, 2025
LEARN LEAD SERVE
Achieve excellence by empowering independent problem-solvers who are empathetic and respectful.
Leader in Me Habit #2: Begin With the End In Mind
This month at Hooper Elementary School, we are focusing on Habit #2: Begin with the End in Mind-It's about having a plan! This habit is about identifying where we want to go and who we want to be. One of the best ways to incorporate Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind into our lives is to develop a Mission Statement. It’s like writing our own personal constitution. It reaffirms who we are, puts our goals in focus, and moves our ideas into the real world. Developing a personal mission statement means living by design.
Check out these activities to make your very own Family Mission Statement!
Music Concert Dates
Be sure to mark your calendars for the 2025-2026 school music concerts!!!
October 23rd 5th Grade
December 4th 4th Grade
January 8th 3rd Grade
February 12th 2nd Grade
April 9th 1st Grade
April 23rd Kindergarten
All Hooper concerts will start at 6:00 PM. We will have 1 concert per night.
Halloween Information
Happy October Hooper Families,
Click here for Halloween info on parties, the parade, and acceptable treats.
What do YOU ask your child(ren) at home about School?
Check out these CONVERSATION starters to see how school has been going!!!
- What was the best thing that happened today?
- What made you laugh today?
- What made you feel proud today?
- Tell me about something challenging or confusing that you learned today!
- What was the hardest thing you had to do today?
- Who did you play with at recess?
- Who were you sitting near at lunch?
- Did anyone do anything nice for you today?
- Who in your class do you think you could be nicer to?
- What did you read or talk about in literacy today?
- What kinds of problems did you solve in math today?
- Did you raise your hand in school today? Were you called on?
Volunteer Information at Hooper
We are so grateful for the continued support and involvement of our amazing parents and guardians! As we plan for upcoming events and activities, we welcome volunteers to help make these experiences meaningful and memorable for our students.
In order to volunteer at Hooper School, we ask that ALL interested individuals complete a Volunteer Information Form and Waiver of Liability. These forms help us ensure a safe and organized environment for everyone.
Some of the wonderful ways you can volunteer include:
Field Day
Mystery Reader in the classroom
Chaperoning Field Trips
And many more opportunities throughout the year!
Please complete and return the attached Form if you are going to be volunteering at Hooper!!
Thank you for being a vital part of the Hooper School community. We look forward to working together to create great memories for our students!
Parent Volunteer Information is also on our Website
PTO
Be on the lookout for details regarding an upcoming
author visit, coin wars and bookfair announcements !
Be sure to stop by the Little Hooper Library!
Illustrative Math Parent Resources
Accessing the Family Support Hub:
Visit ilclassroom.com to access the Family Support Hub without logging in. Click the “Explore Curricula” button at the bottom of the screen and navigate to your student’s subject and grade!
Kindergarten Family Support
First Grade Family Support
Second Grade Family Support
Third Grade Family Support
Fourth Grade Family Support
Fifth Grade Family Support
Please click this link to access the Illustrative Mathematics Parent Information on our website.
A Note from the Health Office
Hearing and Vision Screenings:
During the school year, vision and/or hearing screenings are conducted for students. Please see the student/parent handbook for further information. Additional information will be coming home to families at a later date.
STATE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
Kindergarten
Illinois Physical Exam with up-to-date immunizations (Exclusion if not received by October 15th)
Eye Exam Due by October 15th
Dental Exam Due by May 15, 2026
2nd Grade
- Dental Exam Due by May 15, 2026
OUT-OF-STATE TRANSFERS
Illinois Physical Exam with up-to-date immunizations
Dental Exam
Eye Exam
Each student should have a change of clothes at school. Accidents can happen at lunch, recess, and in class.
As the seasons continue to change make sure your student has weather appropriate clothing.
Handbook
Please take a moment to review the Lake Villa 41 Parent/Guardian Student Handbook, linked below. Important information about school policies and procedures can be found inside.
Click here for a copy!
Report a Concern
We are committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment. The Report a Concern form offers students and parents a confidential way to report any issues or concerns. Submissions are reviewed by the appropriate school staff, who will investigate and respond as needed.
This process helps ensure all reports are taken seriously, documented properly, and addressed promptly. It also allows the school to identify behavior patterns and take preventive action when necessary.
Calendar of Upcoming Events for the 2025-2026 School Year
October 6-Board of Education Meeting District Office 7:00 PM
October 7- STEAM Club
October 8- Creative Writing Club
October 10-Teacher Institute-No School
October 13- Columbus Day-No School
October 14-
- STEAM Club
- Intramurals
October 15-
- Creative Writing Club
- Intramurals
October 16-
- Chess Scholars
- Intramurals
October 21-
- STEAM Club
- Intramurals
- PTO Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM @Lake Villa Public Library
- Creative Writing Club
- Intramurals
October 23-
- Intramurals
- Chess Club
- Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee 6:00-7:30 @ Martin School
- 5th Grade Music Concert 6:00-7:00, Hooper Cafeteria
October 27-Board of Education Meeting District Office 7:00 PM
October 27-31- Coin Wars
October 28- STEAM Club
October 29- Creative Writing Club
October 30- Chess Club
October 31- Halloween Parade 1:40
November 3-7-PTO Book Fair
November 4- Family Night
Check out our website calendar for all the dates.