Dear Churchill Families,

Happy Spring! We’d like to extend our gratitude to everyone for ensuring that your student was well-rested and had a good breakfast during IAR Testing. Your support is truly appreciated!

As we approach the final week before break, we kindly ask that you take a moment to complete the 5 Essential Survey—the link is provided below. Your feedback is invaluable.

Additionally, please be sure to register for the PTA Glow Run taking place on April 17th. We are in need of many volunteers, so if you can help, please sign up using this link family volunteer form.

Lastly, please take a moment to read through the important information shared below.

Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead! Please note, the next Bulldog Bulletin will be released on Sunday, April 6th, 2025.

Best regards,
Mrs. Peacock

Friday, 3/21/25 marked the end of IAR Testing. Every year the 3rd grade teachers roll out the red carpet to celebrate the end of IAR Testing. This year was no different. Our 3rd graders were surprised and excited to walk the red carpet.

Every year we kick off our All School Read during IAR Testing. This year we are reading Class Dismissed by Allan Woodrow. We will welcome the author to Churchill on 4/25/25 to speak with our students.

Save the Date for the PTA Glow Run Fundraiser. Please complete the family volunteer form to assist. If you have any questions, please email Lisa Opiola at fundraising@153pta.org

Greetings from the school nurse,

Over the past 10 days we have had multiple cases of Flu B and a few cases of covid. The germs are still circulating, but hopefully with spring weather around the corner things will start to subside soon.

Here are some general and very important reminders regarding the flu. I cannot stress it enough that if your child is not feeling well, please keep them home. This is for their health and wellness and the health of their classmates. Keeping sick children out of school is one of the most important ways to stop the spread.

• Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs.
• Symptoms of respiratory flu
• Fever (Not everyone with flu will have a fever)
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Runny nose or body aches
• Headaches
• Fatigue (Tiredness)
• Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea - more common in children than adults
• Keep the Flu from spreading
• Stay away from people who are sick
• Keep your child home if they aren’t feeling well
• Cover your coughs and sneezes
• WASH HANDS OFTEN WITH SOAP AND WATER
• Do not touch eye, nose and mouth
• Returning to school
• Students can return to school once they are fever free for 24 hours WITHOUT the use of fever reducing medications (Tylenol or Motrin)
• Symptoms are improving overall
• CDC recommends enhancing hygiene practices and wearing a mask indoors for the next 5 days after return to school

Thank you,

Megan

Megan Brackin BSN, RN

School Nurse

Churchill School

Phone: 708-647-2201

Direct: x 2294

Fax: 708-798-0417

HSD 153 Health Services Webpage

The survey is available in Spanish. Please click the link below.

Dear Fifth Grade Families,

We are thrilled to announce an exciting event for our fifth graders as the school year draws to a close! On Tuesday June 3rd, we will be hosting an end-of-year celebration for our fifth graders to celebrate the achievements and growth of our students throughout their time at Churchill School.

To ensure that all students have the opportunity to attend and enjoy this special occasion, invitations will be based on student referral data. Students will earn points through positive referrals, demonstrating their commitment to showing Bulldog Best Behavior and contributing positively to our school community. Points will be deducted for office and classroom referrals that reflects behaviors that do not align with our school’s expectations. All students will start Monday, March 24th with 100 points. Positive referrals will earn students an additional 25 points while referrals that are earned due to physical altercation will deduct 30 points. Additionally, all other office (major) referrals will deduct 25 points and classroom (minor) referrals will deduct 10 points. To earn an invitation to the dance, students will need a total of 75 points.

Throughout the coming weeks, classroom teachers will maintain open communication with families regarding student’s behavior and progress toward earning their invitation to the dance. We encourage you to partner with us in motivating your child to exhibit their Bulldog Best Behavior in and out of the classroom. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every student feels empowered to succeed. We understand the importance of celebrating milestones and creating lasting memories for our students, and we are committed to ensuring that the end-of-the- year celebration is a safe, enjoyable, and inclusive event for all fifth graders.

Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Let’s make this end-of-school dance a memorable experience for our fifth graders!

Nakia Norman

Dean of Students, Churchill School

Ashley Evans

Interim Dean of Students, Churchill School

Our Human Growth and Development/Puberty presentation will be provided by Candor Health this school year on Monday, April 7th for our 5th grade students only. Students will be participating in a 90-min live virtual gender specific presentation by a Candor Health Facilitator under the supervision of staff. Be on the lookout for an email from us later this week which will provide more information, along with the opt out form.

Thanks,

Churchill Social Workers

Thank you to all of the parents and community members that came out to our meeting last Wednesday. Your suggestions and comments are invaluable. Many of your suggestions will go into effect during the month of April and beginning next school year..

Save the date:

Our next monthly meeting will be April 30th in the evening from 6-7pm in the Churchill Conference Room. We will continue to discuss parent volunteerism and attendance. Please RSVP below.

Thank you,

Mrs. Peacock

Please drop off a box or 2.

We appreciate whatever you can do!

Arrival Time:

• To ensure the safety of your student, the earliest they should arrive to school is 8:15am. We do not have supervision until 8:15am. The tardy bell rings at 8:30am. If you have any questions please call the main office at 708-798-3424.

Early Dismissal or Transportation Change:

• If a student needs to be picked up early or a transportation change is needed, please call the main office at 708.798.3424, before 2:30pm. You may also send a written note to school with your student. They must bring it to the main office.
• The next early dismissal is Wednesday, May 7th. Students will be dismissed at 12 noon. If you need to make a transportation change, please call the main office before 11:15am.

Lunch Drop Off:

• Food delivery services such as Uber Eats, Door Dash, etc., are not allowed and will be returned.
• Parents/Guardians may drop off lunch for students 20 minutes before the lunch period begins.
• Lunch period times are:
• 3rd grade 10:40am
• 4th grade 11:30am
• 5th Grade 12:15pm

1. Lost and Found Donation to Goodwill is Friday, March 28th. Please remind your student to check the lost and found to claim their items.
   
2. Spring Break Monday, 3/31 - Friday, 4/4/25 - School Resumes Monday, 4/7/25
3. ISA (Illinois Science Assessment) for 5th Grade Only - 4/9/25 - 4/11/25
4. Glow Run 4/17/25 - Save the date!
5. Family Reading and Math Game Night - 4/23/25
6. Parent Advisory Meeting, Wednesday, April 30th, from 6-7pm at Churchill School
7. Early Dismissal at 12 noon - 5/7/25