Beaubien Weekly
Week of October 5
Tuesday, October 6
- PTO Meeting
Wednesday, October 7
- HS Admissions Test
Friday, October 9
- Bike to School Day
- Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly
Saturday, October 10
- 12:00pm 7/8th BOYS soccer:Beaubien vs Volta (Austin/Foster)
- 3:00pm 7/8th GIRLS volleyball: Beaubien vs Peterson (Rickover Academy - Gym2)
- 3:00pm 7/8th BOYS volleyball: Beaubien vs Smyser (Steinmetz Gym 1)
- 3:45pm 5/6th GIRLS volleyball: Beaubien vs Peterson (Rickover Academy - Gym 2 )
- 5th-8th Cross Country Schedule
Click for Live Schedules. Schedules are subject to change up to an hour before a scheduled game/meet time, they should NOT be screenshot, printed or downloaded prior to that
Have a great Week!🐾😊
October Greetings, Beaubien Families!
It is hard to believe September has already flown by! While we are still enjoying a few warm days, crisp fall weather is officially on its way. As temperatures begin to drop, please send your child to school in layers suitable for the changing season, and take a moment to label every jacket, sweater, and lunchbox with their name. Our lost and found is already filling up, and clear labels help us return missing items to their rightful owners quickly. Please keep in mind that students line up outdoors each morning and will continue to head outside for recess whenever the temperature, including wind chill, is above 20 degrees.
In the coming weeks, we’re looking forward to hosting a school-wide assembly in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, where students will have the opportunity to celebrate the vibrant cultures and contributions of the Hispanic community. To explore more ways to celebrate as a family, check out these fantastic local resources and events available across our city!
Attendance & Punctuality Matter!
We need your partnership as we aim to maintain a school-wide attendance rate of 95% or higher this year. Every minute of learning counts, and arriving on time helps set your child up for success each day. Our school day begins promptly at 7:45 a.m.
Please review the CPS Attendance Policy and remember to report absences by calling our main office at 773-534-3500 or by submitting the E-Absence Form. Only absences due to illness, family emergencies, or religious holidays are considered excused.
Grade Monitoring & Promotion
Stay engaged in your child’s academic progress by reviewing the CPS Grade Promotion Policy and regularly checking ASPEN Parent Portal (for grades 1–8). This is an excellent tool to stay informed about assignments, test scores, and overall academic performance.
Don’t miss all of our fun October events. They are always a hit with our students and a great way to build school spirit. Don’t miss out on important updates. Subscribe to notifications on our website to stay in the loop on all school happenings! As always, thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Warmly,
Michelle H. Ludford, Principal
The safety of our students is our top priority, especially during arrival and dismissal times when traffic around the school tends to be busier. To enhance safety measures, please consider the following reminders:
1. Follow Designated Drop-off: Argyle Street is the only designated area for dropping off students in the morning. Avoid stopping or parking in areas marked as no-parking zones, as they are designated for the safety of everyone.
2. Be Mindful of Pedestrians: If you park and walk your child into school, which is HIGHLY encouraged, be mindful of pedestrians and use designated crosswalks. There are many open spots to park just 2 blocks away from school.
3. Always adhere to traffic rules and be aware of the school's traffic flow.
4. Above ALL, please remain Patient and Courteous: Traffic during arrival and dismissal times can be hectic. Please exercise patience, be courteous to fellow parents, and follow any instructions provided by school staff.
We ask that all of our Beaubien families who drop off their children to be courteous to our neighbors and not block driveways. Every year the school receives numerous complaints about this problem and we need everyone's help to ensure the safety of our students. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to your child's education.
What an amazing weekend for our Bulldog athletes!!
- The Cross Country teams participated in the North Network Qualifier meet, with many runners placing within the top 125 and advancing to the North Regionals Meet! We are waiting on final results to be posted to confirm the runners who are advancing.
-The 5/6th girls Volleyball team played their first game of the season against Palmer winning their first set! The 7/8th Girls team had an intense, nail-biter of a game against Palmer, winning the game in the final set! The 7/8th Grade Boys team won their game against Peterson!
-The 5/6th Boys Soccer team participated in their first game of the season against Wildwood, winning with a score of 7-1!
Lastly, October 6th is National Coaches Day! A big thank you to all of our dedicated and hardworking coaches from the past year; Mrs. Sarria, Mr. Sarcona, Ms. Arroyo, Mrs. Nikolopoulos, Ms. Lydon, Mrs. Borner, Mr. Hayes, Mr. Restrepo, Mr. Mishler, Mr. Hirsch, Mr. Dembowski, Mr. Connelly, & Ms. Donlin!!
You are the heart of our Beaubien Sports Program! Our student-athletes are so lucky to have you leading their teams, showing them unwavering support, positivity, and guidance with every season!
Lace up your shoes and get ready for WALKATHON 2026!
ASAP, start asking family and friends to sponsor our walkathon.
Register your student at beaubienelementary.dojiggy.io/walkathon2026 and share your personalized link for quick, secure online donations. Cash/check donations are also welcome!
More information about personalizing the official Walk-a-Thon t-shirt, prizes, how to volunteer and more can be found on our website.
Our Teachers are taking over McDonalds!
HANDS DOWN, One of our FAVORITE nights of the year!
"Ba da ba ba ba" Our teaches and staff are going to work a DOUBLE SHIFT! Taking attendance and taking orders!
A family favorite! Join us for our annual McTeacher Night! Right here at local McDonald’s at Gale and Milwaukee Ave!
15% of all food sales & 100% of all Pie sales during the event will go to Beaubien students and school.
Be sure to have CASH on hand at McTeacher Night to tip our teachers and purchase pies! All donations go towards our students and school!
NOTE: overflow parking at Gale Street Inn ***please don’t park by front door or at the bank
Wednesday, October 14
3:30 - 7:00pm
McDonald’s
4946 N. Milwaukee (across from JP Station)
Flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JHQ_X8IjyE0CMfjcPtk-diL9g_erLD1x/view?usp=sharing
Walk, Ride and Roll on Friday, October 9
On Friday, October 9th, Beaubien will celebrate Bike-to-School Day with our first ever Bike Bus pilot—a group of students, faculty, and families riding to school together along a planned route. Whether the Bike Bus comes by you or not, students, faculty, and staff are all encouraged to bike, roll, or walk to school!
From 3–5 p.m., Beaubien volunteers and the CDOT SAFE Ambassadors will offer a Beginner Kids Learn to Ride class for students who are not yet riding independently.
Join us for October's PTO Meeting. Find out what is ahead and how you can be a part of it! Find out about Walk-a-Thon, Boo Bash and more to come!
Tuesday, October 6
5:00pm in the Library
Enjoy organizing things? Want to lend a hand? Sounds like the LOST AND FOUND is the place you want to be!
Cooler temps mean more lost hoodies and jackets! Help us keep our LOST AND FOUND organized.
Requirements: Level 1 or 2 Volunteer status. Interested parents please contact Mrs. Slaiwa.
GoCPS Training
K-8th Grade Registration Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2xbu-GYXSn-SNZoX2UGqxA#/registration
9th Grade Registration Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JbVaz79vR-OzUYR41rCWVg#/registration
Coach Dean's Project One Goal
Coach Dean is back, supporting our families and supporting youth programs in Jamaica!
Don’t miss your chance to sign up for some Family Fun! Click HERE to register.
Come out to Weber Park Golf Course to support Project One Goal!! The course will be open for registered participants from 9am until 1pm.
Date: Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Address:
Weber Park Golf Course
9350 Weber Park Pl, Skokie, IL 60077
Cost: Rounds of 9 holes will be $40 per person or $150 for a team of 4. Proceeds will go to fund youth soccer camps in Jamaica.
Halloween STEM and NoTech/ Unplugged Workshop
Halloween STEM and NoTech/ Unplugged Workshop! It will be at Eden's Church on October 28th from 3:15-4:15pm.
For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.
Save the Date!
Beaubien families have expressed a desire for strategies to help strengthen their children's executive functioning skills. We are excited to host a special family presentation with Stephanie Boron, M.S., CCC-SLP.
Designed for parents and guardians of children of all ages, this event will offer practical tips to support organization, focus, and independence. The presentation will take place directly following our November PTO meeting on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The presentation will be from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Beaubien auditorium. This presentation is geared toward parents and guardians, but students in 4th grade and up are also welcome to attend with their adult(s).
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Click HERE for Breakfast and Lunch Menus. Use the drop down link at the upper left corner to view the different Breakfast and Lunch menus for all grades
Student Fees
Pay School Fees easily and safely online! The funds go towards educational materials for our students. Instructions can be found HERE
Calender of Events
6 - PTO Meeting
7 - HS Admissions Test
9 - Bike to School Day
12 - Indigenous Peoples' Day - NO SCHOOL
13 - LSC Meeting
14 - McTeacher Night
23 - End of Quarter 1
23 - Boo-Bien Bash
23 - Fall Dance (6th-8th grade)
26-30: Red Ribbon Week
28 - Walk-a-Thon