Wildcat Weekly

Westfield families:

Today was the last Mileage Club of the fall season, and we managed to get our laps in despite dodging a few rain drops. The final scores are being tallied, and the kids will be waiting with anticipation next week to hear the winning classes.

Next week is parent teacher conferences. If you haven't signed up for a conference yet, there is still time to do so using the links in the newsletter below. Due to conferences all day on Friday, there will be no school for students on October 23.

Have a great weekend!

Kristen Ulery

Westfield Principal

CCSD 89 will be conducting the annual test of the district's emergency phone contact system at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 23. All families should expect to receive a call at this time to every guardian's phone number registered with the district. If you receive the call at the phone number you would like to be reached at in an emergency, there is nothing else you need to do. This call is a test only, designed to ensure that the district has accurate phone contacts for every student to be used in case of emergency. A reminder with full details will be sent to all families next week.

All CCSD 89 schools will be closed Friday, October 23 for fall conferences. School will resume with a regular schedule on Monday, October 26. The district's administrative offices will be open Friday, October 23.

There are still limited spots remaining for fall conferences. Please use the scheduling link below to choose your preferred time slot. (You should contact your student’s teacher directly if there is no remaining availability for a conference that works with your schedule.) Fall conferences will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, October 22 and from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 23.

Chatman: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAEA92AA6FEC70-65903798-chatman

Fors: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4AA4AB2AAAF5C34-66079019-fors#/

Coran: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BABA628ABFEC25-65808285-mrs

Skriba: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ADAC2CA1FAC25-65988408-1sttrimester

Salmen: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4AACA923A3FACE9-66057408-parent

Stoll: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ADAD2FA7F8C52-65784510-parent

Soukup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FAEAC23A1F9CE9-65916715-parent

Spino: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FA5AD2FA5FBC61-65587844-parent

McCormick: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DADA62CA3F8CE9-65780677-fall

Wrodarczyk: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BACA828A1FEC07-66125202-wrodarczyk

Blackmore/Kielion: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AABAB2EA5F8C70-66035534-mrs

Goushas: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA8AF2AA4FFC25-66075406-goushas

Spandiary: Ms. Spandiary will reach out to families to schedule conferences.

Gurgiolo: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5AE22ABF9C52-65979268-fall

Wilson: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAAA2CA4FDCF8-65981912-parent

Vision and hearing screenings will take place on Tuesday, October 27th, with re-screenings scheduled for Tuesday, November 10th. Kindergarten and 2nd grade students will receive both vision and hearing screenings, while 1st and 3rd grade students will receive hearing screenings only. Kindergarten students who have already submitted their required eye examination documentation will only receive a hearing screening. New students and students receiving special education services will receive both vision and hearing screenings.

Photo proofs were sent home with your child. Lifetouch also uploaded the proofs to mylifetouch.com. To view, enter the access code that was included with the physical proofs or use the email from Lifetouch.

Retakes will be done on Wednesday, November 4 for students who were absent or wish to have their photos retaken.

Join Dr. Katie Hurley at noon and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20 for a webinar that will address the hot topic of online bullying and how to confront conflict, rumors, and social exclusion in the digital age of group chats, social media, and viral content. This practical session offers solutions to equip kids with the emotional intelligence to navigate their digital environments safely and empathetically. More details

Halloween is approaching quickly, so I wanted to share some information for those of you already planning for that day. This year will be a little different because Friday, October 30 is an early release day for students with dismissal at 11:50 a.m. Our Halloween celebrations will be in the morning. If you do not want your child to participate in Halloween activities, please contact the Westfield office.

New this year is that students will wear their costumes to school in the morning. Please remember when considering costumes that all costumes should be non-violent and school-appropriate. Costumes should not include swords, guns, knives, clubs, lasers, or any other type of pretend weapon. All costumes and masks must be designed for safety and adequate vision.

We will have a Halloween costume parade at 10:15 a.m. Families may line up along the sidewalk on Mayfield Lane and students will parade around the building in their costumes. Kids are outside for only a short time, so we will make every effort to conduct the parade even if the weather is not ideal. Following the parade, students will return inside for classroom parties. Only classroom volunteers will be allowed inside for the parties. Parent volunteers are asked not to take their child home with them at the conclusion of the party but to wait for official dismissal procedures.

Remember, there will be no edible treats at the parties, and students may not distribute any food to classmates. Celebrations may include non food items such as stickers or pencils, and water will be available to students throughout the day, including during class parties.

CCSD 89 will host a “UNITY in Our COMMUNITY” Culture & Resource Fair family event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 at Glen Crest Middle School. We are looking for more families to participate and share their culture or traditions at the event! Please register your family here

This fun, free event celebrates the many cultures and experiences that bring our District 89 students, families, and community together. Plan to join us for an evening exploring new traditions, foods, holidays, music, arts, dance, games and more, as well as an opportunity to connect with local organizations and community resources designed for district families.

More information: English Spanish

October 27: CCSD 89 Culture & Resource Fair, 6 p.m. at Glen Crest Middle School

October 22: Evening conferences

October 23: NO SCHOOL - Fall conferences

October 27: Vision & hearing screenings at Westfield

October 30: MORNING ATTENDANCE: Halloween/Fall Classroom Parties

(Afternoon: NO SCHOOL for Teacher Collaboration Day)

November 2: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Institute Day

November 3: No SCHOOL - Election Day

We are still in need of a volunteer to fill the Secretary position for the PTC Board. This is a two-year term. If you have questions about what this position entails or want to express your interest, please email the PTC at westfieldptc@gmail.com.

PTC is hosting a restaurant fundraiser on Tuesday, October 20 at the Wendy's on Roosevelt Road. Come any time during operating hours on the 20th and mention the Westfield fundraiser, and Wendy's will donate 30% of the purchases back to PTC.

Save the date for Grandtoberfest on Thursday, October 29 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for kids to have fun with the "grand" people in their lives. The book fair will also be open for purchases during Grandtoberfest.

The Westfield PTC has a new spirt wear page with some new items on sale now. Be sure to check out the new student-created designs drawn by our spring contest winners.

Order directly using this link: https://westfield.spiritweardirect.com/

There are lots of ways to get involved at Westfield through the PTC, including volunteering at parties or events or helping to organize an event. If you're interested in learning more about these volunteer opportunities, use the links below to give us your information.

Volunteer at Large:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSex4YySDL_ZOiaXhTyvPjq1Wzegm-9fofllvzgYOI2MgQ3xcQ/viewform?usp=header

Event Chair and Event Volunteers:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw0WUwZy6xmrUD-yzA_Z3EK2lE_fACoR4OPhyRyrZU0Ab6Yg/viewform?usp=header

All PTC members are welcome and encouraged to attend our general assembly meeting. The next meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5 in the LMC. For ALL information regarding the PTC, please visit our website @ http://www.ccsd89.org/westfieldPTC

Meetings are also available through Google Meet. Save the recurring Google Meet link for easy reference: Meet - nee-bfth-qqc .

• October 28: Book fair preview day

• October 29: Book fair purchase day

• October 29: Grandtoberfest/Bingo night and book fair, 5-7 p.m.

• November 5: PTC meeting at 7:00 p.m. in LMC or online

• November 17: Book Swap during school day

Please feel free to connect with the PTC via:

• Our private group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/417506058937748/
• Our updated website: http://www.ccsd89.org/westfieldPTC
  
• Our email: westfieldptc@gmail.com
  

Helpful school resources

FirstView Bus App
School Lunch Menus
Lunch Payment Process

CCSD 89 Tech Support
Before and After School Programs
GPS Parent Series Webinars

Resources for helping your child through difficult times

Tragedy can affect a nation or a single family. Some crises happen suddenly while others build over time. Each situation can be difficult for children to understand and challenging for families to navigate. Our school has a counselor, social worker, and psychologist available to help students and families with strategies for transparent, age-appropriate conversations. The district has also posted additional resources at www.ccsd89.org/crisis

Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help

Students and families can confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, (which is 844-472-3345); text SAFE2 (which is 72332); email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO

Need tech support for your student's school computer?

Families that need support for iPad or Chromebook issues should use the district’s online help system. Enter your contact information and some details about the problem at: https://bit.ly/89techsupport

Stay connected with CCSD 89 and Westfield

Stay connected with the latest news by following Community Consolidated School District 89 on Facebook (facebook.com/CCSD89), Instagram (www.instagram.com/ccsd_89/), X (@CCSD89), and YouTube (youtube.com/@CCSD89). You can also follow Westfield on X at @Westfield89

Be sure to check out the CCSD 89 Backpack for updated fliers and information on key community resources and programs. New opportunities and information are added regularly as received.

Attendance phone: (630) 858-2770

Lunch menus

Supply lists

Westfield calendar

School news

District news

Email: info@ccsd89.org
Website: www.ccsd89.org/westfield
Location: Westfield Elementary School, Mayfield Lane, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 858-2770
Facebook: facebook.com/CCSD89
Twitter: @westfield89

Parents who need to report their student’s absence can call the school’s general number, then press 1. To reach the nurse, press 2. The main office can be reached by pressing 3.