PIC Parent Update
May 8, 2026
Message from Principal Tekiela
PIC Parent(s)/Guardian(s),
We are winding down around here, but we still have a lot packed into the next few weeks. Please take a moment to review this update.
On Monday, we are heading over to PJHS for Step Up Day. Principal McGovern and Assistant Principal Harden have a fun event planned for our students.
I'd like to take a moment to thank everyone who helped make Teacher Appreciation Week a success. Through your constant support of our PTO, we are able to provide so many wonderful things for our schools. Our PIC teachers were so grateful for all the love and appreciation. We especially loved seeing all the wonderful postcards the students wrote.
As we wind down the school year, I ask that you take a moment to check your child’s PowerSchool account and review their grades if it has been a while. Please check in with your child and their teacher about any missing work. Also, take a look at the grade next to HOMEROOM. That number represents the percentage of ROK Star cards your child has kept by following classroom expectations. Students who have maintained 95% or higher will attend our Bingo ROK Star event on June 2nd. We want everyone to attend!
Both fourth and fifth grade students are currently working on novel units in our CKLA curriculum. Fourth grade is reading The Season of Styx Malone, and fifth grade is reading The Phantom Tollbooth. You can support your child by reading along with them and asking them questions about the book. Please reach out to your child’s ELA teacher with any questions.
Have a great weekend,
Principal Tekiela
Message from the Nurse
"Please check for an important email from the school nurses regarding Medical Packets for the 26-27 school year. It was sent on 4/30/26. If you have any questions or did not receive an email please reach out to the school nurse at 815-469-5744 ext 5009."
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
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
1. Join us at the next PTO Meeting - Monday May 11th @ 6pm
Hard to believe that this is our last PTO meeting of the school year - join us at 6pm at PES as we gear up for the end of a great school year! We’ll be finalizing plans for our Family Fun Night, taking time to reflect on all we’ve accomplished together this year, and will start looking ahead with ideas and plans for next school year. We’d love to have your input and hope to see you there!
When: Monday, May 11th at 6pm
Where: Peotone Elementary School - Gym
Can't make it in-person, join us via google meeting link: https://meet.google.com/oah-crke-swy
2. 2026 Teacher Appreciation Week Recap
It was an amazing week of celebration for our incredible Peotone teachers & staff! Thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors/donors, families and community members for helping to make this week PLANE awesome!
3. Save the date: PTO's Annual Family Fun Night
PTO’s Annual Family Fun Night is happening Thursday, May 28th at PES from 4:30-7pm! Wristbands are just $5 and give you access to a full evening of fun—Lego STEM activities with Snapology, face painting, a petting zoo, Touch-a-Truck, inflatables, yard games, gaming consoles, and so much more. Plus, come hungry—Nicky V's food trucks will be on site!
It’s a great chance to spend time together, connect with other families, and celebrate our community as we wrap up the year.
Bring the whole family—we can’t wait to see you there!
4. Car Wash Vouchers Are Here! The online car wash store is open! Vouchers are $10 each and cover a Graph-X4 wash (which is a $30 value) at Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Bourbonnais. You can pay online or drop off cash/check at school after ordering via the store. Vouchers will be sent home with your student and are valid until early 2027 —perfect for birthdays, gifts, or just to keep your car sparkling clean!
5. Stay Connected with Us
Stay connected to us to keep up-to-date on our upcoming fundraisers and other event details - we have so many exciting things coming up these last few months of the school year! https://linktr.ee/peotonepto and be sure to follow us on social media!
*To include for PJHS ONLY**
Step Up Day Volunteers Needed for May 11th!
On Monday, May 11th, 4th and 5th grade PIC students will visit the Junior High for Step Up Day. Students will rotate through a variety of stations designed to help them get comfortable and excited about the transition to PJHS.
The PTO is looking for volunteers to help the day run smoothly and make this a positive, memorable experience for our students. If you’re available to lend a hand, we’d love your support as we help prepare them for this next chapter!
https://signup.com/go/jVVMJHa
**To include for PES ONLY**
Hey PES, who is ready to CUT THE LINE?!
The Peotone PTO is raffling off a VIP Priority Pick-Up Pass that lets lucky winners skip the car line and pick up their kids right after bus dismissal.
Walkers welcome too! If your child is a walker and you win, you'll pick up before car rider dismissal even begins.
**How It Works**
$5 per ticket
- Each ticket = one entry
- Weekly winner drawn every FRIDAY morning
- VIP placard will be sent home with your student on Friday
- Pass is valid for the following school week
Purchase your entries at the link below. Drawings will take place every Friday and your car placard will be sent home with your child for use the next week of school.
https://pes-priority-pickup-raffle.cheddarup.com/
1. Teacher Appreciation Week Raffle Gifts
You mean the WORLD to us! We have some great raffle gifts to give away to a lucky teacher at each school this week.
Make sure to submit your entry 2026 Teacher Appreciation Week Raffle Entry
We will be drawing winners on Friday, May 8th.
2. Last call - teacher special requests & reimbursements
We are in the homestretch here as we close in on the last day of school! This is your final call for any stipend reimbursements or special requests!
- Let us know if you have any special requests - our next vote will be in May following our May 11th PTO Meeting.
- You can submit for your annual $75 stipend at any time by completing the 2025-2026 Teacher Reimbursement & Special Request Form
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
May 11 - PJHS Step Up Day (PIC goes to PJHS) AM
May 15 - 5th Grade Only Dress Like an Idiom Day/PHS Senior Walk at PIC
May 18-22 - Spring NWEA MAP Testing
May 26 - Tutu Tuesday
May 27 - 5th Grade Field Trip to Naper Settlement
June 1 - Field Day
June 2 - PIC Yearbook Signing Day
June 3 - Last Day of School/Report Cards/PIC Bash
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