The Chesak Chatter
July 17, 2026
Greetings Chesak Families and Friends,
We have an exciting week ahead for our Cheetahs! This week, students will take part in our Color Run and celebrate positive choices during our PBIS Reward Day. We are looking forward to a week filled with movement, celebration, and school spirit as we continue encouraging our students to show kindness, make positive choices, and support one another.
A quick reminder for families that Friday, October 23rd is an Early Release Day, and students will be dismissed at 1:30 PM.
We are excited for another great week of learning, fun, and connection at Chesak!
Together, we’ll keep Coloring Our School with Kindness!
#KindnessColorsOurSchool🎨 #BeKind💛 #BeBrave💪 #BeYou😊
With gratitude,
Roshaunda Henson
Principal
847-659-5700
🏠 Home-School Connection: Family Reading Night
Take a Look... it's in a Book!! 🌈📖
Join us for our Chesak Family Reading Night-
October 21st from 5-7 here at Chesak!
We will have a night of 90's nostalgic reading! Book Fair, reading games, special guest readers, Huntley Public Library, teacher performances and more!!
We look forward to seeing our Cheetah's and families out for a night of Reading Fun!
Art to Remember Orders
Our school is participating in a creative fundraiser with Art to Remember that allows you to purchase keepsake products customized with your child’s art. Order forms were sent home recently. There are over 60 products, many less than $20. These personalized gifts are one-of-a-kind, perfect to collect and share. A percentage of every single purchase goes right back to our school.
To order, just click on this link. Then enter the online order code from your child’s order form or
enter your child’s name to search for their artwork. You can even upload more art and favorite photos. Order by October 30th for free shipping to our school. After that date all orders will default to home delivery.
Have fun celebrating your child’s creativity!
Here is the link to check out the student's artwork!
Questions? Contact Art Teacher Kate Trottier at ktrottier@district158.org
MPAC Meeting & Family Reading Night
Join us on Monday, November 2 at Martin Elementary for an evening of learning, connection, and family fun! From 6:00–6:30 p.m., our MPAC (Multilingual Parent Advisory Committee) meeting will focus on an overview and discussion of District data. Pizza will be served, and childcare will be provided during the meeting.
Following MPAC, stay for our MPAC-sponsored Family Reading Night from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Families will have an opportunity to enjoy reading activities, explore resources, and learn strategies to support literacy at home.
📍 Martin Elementary, 10920 Reed Road
We hope to see you there!
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Meeting
We invite you to join us for our Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) meeting on October 21, 2026 6:00PM-7:00PM. We look forward to sharing information about the many supports and services available to our families and gathering your feedback.
We hope you can join us!
Virtual Google Meet:https://meet.google.com/uzi-ifsx-ibb
The purpose of SEAC is to create a platform for families to come together, collaborate, learn, and build connections as a dedicated community focused on special education. If your child(ren) has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), or if you're simply interested in learning more about the special education services provided within Huntley School District 158, we encourage you to attend these quarterly meetings.
Help Us Recycle for Sight!
Huntley School District 158 is excited to once again partner with the Huntley Area Lions Club for the 4th Annual Recycle for Sight Used Eyeglass Collection Drive, taking place at all District 158 schools during the week of October 19-23!
How can you help? Take a few minutes to look through your dresser drawers, closets, and other places where old eyeglasses may be collecting dust. We’re collecting:
Prescription eyeglasses
Prescription sunglasses
Reading eyeglasses
Empty plastic and metal eyeglass frames
Don’t wear them anymore? Donate them and give them a second chance to help someone else see clearly! And don’t forget to ask your friends, neighbors, and family members to join in, too!
Collection Dates: Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 23
Drop-Off Locations: All District 158 schools and the Administration Office
Let’s come together as a community and surpass our record of 282 pairs of eyeglasses collected!
Every pair makes a difference. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one pair at a time!