The Bulldog Briefs

Please read the update below for all the happenings at Walker! Enjoy your wonderful weekend!

In Partnership,

Mr. Jeff Moore, Walker Principal

3: BARK Bash/Progress Reports Distributed

6: Fire Drill and Fire Safety Week Assembly

7: Bus Evacuation Drill

8: Late Start

10: Teacher Institute- No School

13:Indigenous People's Day- No School

15: Late Start

17: BARK Bash

22: Late Start

23: Walker Pumpkin Night

29: Late Start

31: Halloween Parade and Parties/ BARK Bash

Students who were absent at picture day or who purchased photos and would like a retake. Original photos need to be turned in.

The annual pumpkin night is scheduled for the 23rd from 5:30-6:30. All those who registered will receive an admission ticket by Tuesday the 21st.

Please enter through door 3.

It will be a fantastic night!

The student council created a spirit week for all of our students. They did a great job being very creative. Please see the flyer below.

With the support of the Walker PTO, we will have a Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat. The parade will start around 12:45 and will be located around the perimeter of the school. This is weather permitting. Please come out and enjoy the fun!

Costumes

• A few reminders about costumes and treats:
• Students should wear age appropriate costumes.
• Full face paint is not allowed.
• Costume props of any kind, such as weapons, swords, etc. will not be allowed. ¨
• Costumes that represent violence, depict blood and gore are not appropriate for school and will not be permitted.
• Although inflatable costumes are allowed, we are not responsible for replacing batteries.
• Costume face masks are not permitted to be worn during the day, but will be allowed to be worn during the parade only.
• If you have any specific questions about costumes or the events, please contact the main office for additional clarification at (708) 458-7150.

Treats

• Students are allowed to bring in treats for all their classmates.
• Treat should be store bought and individually wrapped.
• If you have a student with an allergy, please communicate your expectations to your child, and if necessary, teacher.

We are excited to announce the second season of Intramural Basketball for all 4th and 5th grade elementary students! This program is a great opportunity for young athletes to learn the fundamentals of basketball, build teamwork, and have fun in a supportive environment.

Key Dates to Know:

• Registration Opens: October

• Practices Begin: November

• Games Start: December

Intramural basketball is designed to give every participant a chance to play, grow, and develop their skills regardless of previous experience. Students will practice with their classmates, learn sportsmanship, and compete in friendly games with other elementary schools.

This program is perfect for students who are eager to try basketball for the first time or for those who want to continue building on what they already know. Our goal is to create a positive, structured, and fun experience where every player can succeed.

We can’t wait to see our future basketball stars on the court this season—don’t miss out on the fun! Be sure to register in October so your child can be part of the action.

Hello Walker families! Please see below for important announcements.

Oct 23rd: Hearing and vision screenings for all grades shown below. Please make sure your student is present and has their glasses (if prescribed) to ensure each student is properly screened.

Feb 19th: Dental Day at Walker school. Use the QR code attached to sign up. This is a free dental exam and will meet the registration requirement for kindergarten, 2nd and 6th grade.

Cold and flu season is here. Please see the attached " Notes from the Nurse" of when to keep your student home when ill. Always follow up with the main office and/or nurse for next steps.

In addition, Hand Foot and Mouth disease is a typical seasonal illness that can occur. Please review for your knowledge.

Your cooperation and support are greatly appreciated!

Bianca Vazquez MSN, RN, PEL-CSN

October is Bully Prevention Month, and students across all grade levels have been learning about what bullying is, how it can affect others, and what we can do to help prevent it. We’ve also been continuing to focus on showing kindness and finding ways to spread positivity throughout our school. I’m so proud of our students for their continued growth and the wonderful effort they’re showing during our SEL lessons!

The link below is a current listing of all the events District 104 offers to families. Please visit the link so you don't miss out on great programming!

Please view the flyers below to events in our community.

Please view the flyers below for programs within the Bedford Park District.

Students and staff had a wonderful time celebrating their success for the Month of September with a PBIS Rockstar Celebration. Students participated in different activity stations, with a selfie taken at each one. Some of the excitement was captured in the pictures below.

Every other Friday, we celebrate both Academic and Behavioral Achievements during our BARK Bash.

On Friday the 17th, we celebrated students who showed "Excellence in Classroom Behavior"!

The students pictured below leveled up in Lexia (Reading) or Legends of Learning (Math). Great Job!

Students who attend school regularly feel more connected to their school community and are more engaged in learning. As a result, they are more likely to earn better grades and test scores and have greater chances of graduating and achieving postsecondary success.

It is crucial to start setting good attendance habits in the child's first year in school. Preschoolers who are chronically absent are likely to continue to be chronically absent as they get older in school. From pre-K through high school, poor attendance can negatively affect students socially and emotionally:

• They feel out of place
• They fall behind in their work
• They miss meaningful opportunities that can inspire their future
• They have a hard time working with others
• They don't see how school is connected to their future success

Students who are chronically absent are more likely to have low grades and test scores and are less likely to be on track for high school graduation.

Below are Walker's Attendance rates for the month of September. We strive for 95%!

The students below had perfect attendance for the month of September! Great job families!

Please open the file below for September's breakfast and lunch menu.