The Eagle Eye

Dear Washington Families,

We have a fun week ahead with our fall classroom parties and Halloween parade next Friday! We know how exciting these special days are for our students, and we're looking forward to celebrating together. Please be sure to review the information below for important details about party times, costumes, and parade expectations. We're also keeping our fingers crossed for some beautiful fall weather so we can enjoy our parade outside!

Have a great weekend!

Morning drop off: 7:40 am

School starts: 7:50 am

School dismisses: 2:30 pm

Afternoon pick up: 2:30 pm

Half Day Dismissal: 10:50 am

Please utilize the school calendar to book your vacations around our school holidays. The more your child is able to attend, the more they will learn! Thank you!

• October 29th - Picture Retake Day

• October 30th - Fall Parties and Costume Parade @ 1:30 pm (detailed information below)

• November 2nd - Conference Booking Links Close; Día de los Muertos BPAC Celebration @ MG - 6:00-7:30 pm

Mundelein High School is running its HallowSTEAM event again this year! We will be hosting the event on Thursday, October 29th from 6-8pm at MHS. The event will feature a plethora of STEAM styled activities for kiddos and is suitable for students from Pre-K through 8th grade.

Save the Date! The PTO will be hosting a Glow Dance on Friday, November 13th from 6:00-8:00 pm. Look for more information and ticket order forms to come home in backpacks next week.

In the event the rumor of a threat or the direct observation of a threat occur in any of our schools, the school team immediately initiates an investigation and involves law enforcement as warranted. Our school officials are trained in the Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines, widely recognized in school systems as CSTAG. While the threat is investigated, the person(s) identified as making the threat are sought out, isolated and supervised early in the process.

There are typically three possible outcomes that could occur. Please see the attached document for the outcomes.

Our fall conferences provide families an opportunity to spend time with their child's teachers to celebrate growth, learn more about your child's progress, and continue to build the partnership between home and school.

Conferences will be held on:

• Wednesday, November 18 | 5:00–8:00 PM

• Monday, November 23 | 12:00–8:00 PM

While you have the option to meet with all of your child's teachers during conferences, there are only booking links available for your child's classroom teacher as our Specials and related services team join the classroom conference. If you would like a non classroom teacher to attend, please let that specific teacher know.

Booking links are shared through each teacher's classroom newsletter, and you can also find a complete list of the links on this spreadsheet. When you book your conference, be sure to include your child's name.

If you have any difficulty accessing the booking page or signing up for a time, please reach out directly to your child’s classroom teacher for assistance. Booking links will close on November 3rd.

We look forward to connecting with our families and sharing all of the learning and growth happening this fall!

Celebrating fall is a favorite tradition for Washington students! We are excited to continue the tradition of a costume parade and party this year. Should we encounter inclement weather the parade will be canceled by 8:00 AM that morning with communication through BrightArrow. Keep reading for details!

Date: Friday, October 30th

Fall Parade: 1:30 pm

Fall Grade Level Parties:

• K - 9:15-10:00 am
• 1st - 10:00-10:45 am
• 2nd - 11:05-11:50 am

Fall Party Information

Costumes:

• Students should come to school dressed in costumes for the parties and costume parade
• Be sure that your child is comfortable in their costume as they will stay in them for the entirety of the day including recess and PE
• Students may bring masks with their costume; however, those are only able to be worn during the parade
• Costumes should not include any type of item that could be considered dangerous or a weapon.
• Ensure that your child is able to use the bathroom easily while wearing their costume

Treats:

• NO treats or goody bags are allowed to be sent into classrooms due to allergies, safety precautions, and health concerns. These will be returned home if brought to school.

Parade Details

Parade Route:

• Students will exit through Door 12 (see map below) and will re-enter Door 2 (see map below)
• Kindergarten students will lead the parade followed by the 1st graders with 2nd graders wrapping up the parade

Spectators:

• Spectators may form a path along all sides of the route
• Cones will be set out to direct the parade route

Spectator Parking:

• Families will need to utilize street parking for the parade
• Be sure to observe all parking laws including distance from driveways, hydrants, street corners, and crosswalks

Spectator Arrival:

• Families may begin arriving at 1:00 pm but must stay on the west side of the building because lunch recess will be taking place on the east side of the building (see map for blue shaded waiting area).
• Families are not allowed on the playground before, during, or after the parade. Families will not be allowed in the building.

Please Note: If you do not want your child to attend the parade or party, please email your child's teacher to inform him/her. Your child will be supervised by a staff member during the those times and will then join the class immediately following.

With fall weather in full swing, we're also seeing some big temperature changes throughout the day! Please remember to dress your child in layers so they can stay comfortable as temperatures shift between chilly mornings and warmer afternoons. We plan to get our Eagles outside for recess whenever the weather allows, so having a jacket or sweatshirt available each day is especially helpful.

We are committed to providing students with a positive and enjoyable dining experience. As part of our ongoing effort to support the needs of our school community, we are partnering with Whitsons Culinary Group to gather feedback on our foodservice program. We invite students, families, faculty, and staff to participate in a brief survey and share their experiences and perspectives. Your feedback will help us better understand what is working well and identify opportunities to further enhance our meal program.

Take the Survey!

Your input will help us:

• Assess satisfaction with our current food service program

• Enhance the meal experience for students, families, and staff

• Enhance the overall dining experience throughout our schools

The survey will be available through November 6 and should take only a few minutes to complete. Responses will be collected by Whitsons and shared with our school administration as we work together to continuously improve the program. We encourage everyone who participates in our school meal program to take part. Your feedback is important and greatly appreciated. Thank you for helping us create the best possible dining experience for our school community.

Families are important partners in making Washington a welcoming and supportive community for every child. We invite you to share something you appreciate, an idea that could strengthen our school, or a way we can better support students and families.

All feedback will be reviewed regularly and considered as we plan for Washington’s continued growth. While we may not be able to act on every suggestion, every thoughtful contribution helps us better understand the experiences and perspectives of our families.

We are asking families to please help us by keeping toys and other personal items at home, including stuffed animals, fidgets, NeeDohs, squishy toys, and similar items. While we know these are fun and comforting for our young learners, they have increasingly become a source of distraction and conflict during the school day, particularly in bus lines and on the bus.

Our Eagles are still learning important skills like sharing, respecting others' belongings, and navigating friendships. Having toys at school can sometimes make those situations more challenging, especially when students want to touch, borrow, or take an item that belongs to someone else.

Please help us by checking backpacks and reminding your child that toys should stay at home unless specifically requested or approved by their teacher. We appreciate your partnership in helping us keep our classrooms, bus lines, and buses safe and focused on learning!

Save the Date!

Join us on November 2, 6 - 7:30pm for our annual Día de los Muertos celebration hosted by BPAC!

Enjoy fun family activities, pan de muerto, y chocolate , and so much more!

Families are welcome to bring a photo of a loved one who has passed to add to our community ofrenda as we honor and remember those who remain in our hearts.

Don’t miss our raffle featuring Mundelein Park District passes, a Julio’s Tacos gift card, and more exciting prizes!

We look forward to coming together to celebrate our roots, culture, and our beautiful multilingual and multicultural community.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

The District 75 Welcome Center provides essential food, gently used clothing, and shoes to families in our community who need a little extra support.

How can you help?

• Donate Gift Cards: $25 gift cards to Aldi, Walmart, Target, or Jewel help families purchase essential items such as fresh food, undergarments, and shoes.

• Make an Online Donation: Monetary donations allow the Welcome Center to purchase the items families need most. Donations can be made through the Welcome Center Donation Page.

Every contribution, big or small, helps support families right here in our District 75 community. Thank you for helping us take care of one another!

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All visitors, including parents/guardians and siblings, must enter through the front door of the building. Visitors should identify themselves and inform office personnel of their reason for being at school. After being buzzed into the vestibule, you will need to sign in on the iPad using our VisitorAware System. Once you are signed in, the office will let you in the building. This applies even if you are just coming in during the morning to ask a question. All visitors shall wear a printed visitor ID badge if further entry is required. Please be sure to return to the school office and sign out before leaving school.

School District 75 is renewing our emergency remote plan for the years 2026 through 2029. This does not require the District to have e-learning days, but gives schools the opportunity to use them should the need arise.

Here is the link to the staff, student and family plan for your reference.

Before the end of September, students in Pre-k-5th Grades will receive a home learning packet that should only be opened and used if we require a home learning day. Please keep your packet in a safe place so you are ready to use it if needed.

Students in 6th through 8th grade will receive directions from their teachers through Google Classroom on the morning of the home learning day.

Strong attendance habits begin on day one. When students are here consistently and on time, they benefit from direct instruction, collaboration with peers, and meaningful relationships with teachers. Please help us by encouraging your child to be present and ready to learn each day, every day truly counts.

September is a great time to start earning Box Tops for our schools! Download the Box Tops app, search for District 75 PTO Mundelein, and use code PNKN0SEQ. Once you scan your first receipt with Box Tops-eligible products, you'll earn 50 Bonus Box Tops for our schools. Check out the attached flyer for September's bonus offers.

Save while supporting D75! Our 2026–2027 Discount Card features 26 local businesses and is packed with great deals. Cards are valid September 1, 2026–September 1, 2027. Order online and choose to have your card sent home with your student or local pickup.

Purchase Your Discount Card(s) here!

Learn more about the Discount Card

Our PTO is always looking for volunteers for events, fundraisers, committees, and more! Interested in helping? Complete our short Volunteer Interest Form and let us know how you would like to get involved. We would love to have you!

Volunteer Interest Form

Our PTO-sponsored events for the school year are now listed on our website! We look forward to seeing our D75 families throughout the year.

D75 PTO-Sponsored Events List

Learn more about what's happening in our community!

Applications for fee waivers are available online at the Financial Assistance page. To apply, families must complete the required application. Once completed, forms may be dropped off at the Mundelein Elementary School District 75 Office, located at 470 N. Lake Street, Mundelein, IL 60060.

If you prefer to schedule an appointment, please contact District 75 Registrar Patty DeLozier at (847) 949-2700, extension 2014.

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School Lunch menus (search for Mundelein and you''ll see Washington as a choice!)

Food Service Information

Access the RevTrak website to pay for school meals for your child