Orrington Elementary School
August 15th, 2023
Week of November 18th, 2024
Season for Gratitude
Dear Orrington Families,
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support and dedication to our wonderful community. Your encouragement and partnership inspire the incredible work happening every day in our classrooms.
Our educators are working tirelessly to foster a nurturing and dynamic environment where every student can thrive. Thanks to their commitment and your involvement, we see our students growing, learning, and achieving remarkable things. Together, we are creating a foundation for success and a lifelong love of learning.
Thank you for being such an integral part of our community and for trusting us with the opportunity to help your children flourish. We hope you enjoy the Fall Break and spend cherish time with families.
Best wishes,
Dr. Schoeffmann & Ms. Yoo
School Photos Updates
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
E-Learning Preparation
As we prepare for the start of the e-learning season (though fingers crossed we won't need to!), we want to ensure you are well-equipped to support your child's successful online learning. 3rd through 5th grade students will begin bringing home devices daily during this time with their QR codes, while kindergarten through second grade students will bring their devices during breaks and any foreseeable weather conditions.
If an e-learning day is called, we will send out an email with a master list of Zoom links, and Dr. Schoeffmann and Ms. Yoo will be available to troubleshoot any issues. Students will follow their schedule from 9:05AM to 11:35AM with Zoom sessions with their educators before switching to asynchronous work for the remainder of the school day.
Student expectations are as follows:
Students are expected to join the synchronous learning sessions and complete the synchronous and asynchronous work during an emergency day.
If a student cannot attend the synchronous learning window, they are to notify their classroom teacher, who will provide an additional learning option to ensure that the student receives the 5 hours of learning required.
Students are expected to use the links provided in order to complete the items that are assigned.
Students should utilize platforms to ask questions and communicate with staff.
It is expected that students keep interactions online positive and constructive.
Educators will monitor platforms and email and work to respond to student requests in a timely manner.
If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to the Orrington administration team or your child's teacher.
Orrington Basketball & Other Sports
Hi Orrington Families,
Registration is now open for Orrington Basketball & Other Sports!
Click HERE for more information on how to register through the Evanston Park District. (The Winter Guide is HERE as well) See sports starting on pages 14-15 - there is soccer, basketball, and cheer!
Cost is $55 (scholarships available). If your child qualifies for free/reduced lunch, please contact Dr. Schoeffmann or Ms. Yoo, and we will be able to help with verification for scholarships.
Please reach out to eeichholz@cityofevanston.org to volunteer as a coach and info@orringtonpta.org for scholarship information.
Have a great day!
Upcoming Events
Fall Break (No School 11/25-11/29)
Monday, Nov 25, 2024, 09:00 AM
2636 Orrington Avenue, Evanston, IL, USA
Orrington Cultural Arts Festival 2024
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024, 01:00 PM
2636 Orrington Avenue, Evanston, IL, USA
PTA Corner
Cultural Arts Festival 2024
Orrington Cultural Arts Festival is moving to December! Everyone is welcome! Join us in celebrating the many cultural identities in the Orrington community.
Orrington Cultural Arts Festival
Saturday, December 7, 2024, 1-3 pm
Orrington Gymnasium
Families are invited to share about their cultures. Some examples include sharing or teaching about:
Culturally significant holidays
Crafts from your country
Foods from your country
Cultural family traditions
Traditional dress
Historical events that shape your country
Games, sports, or activities from your country
Similarities and differences between schools in your country and Orrington
Songs, music, photographs, and artwork from your country
Want to participate and showcase your family's cultural heritage? Fill out this form or contact Liz Adames (lizfey@gmail.com).
We also need general volunteers to make the day a success. Please sign up here if you can help out. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4FAFAB2FA3FD0-52396136-orrington
Volunteer during Lunch!
Want to make your kid's or kids' day? Volunteer to serve lunch with your fellow friendly Orrington parents!
What: Parent volunteers help students properly compost and recycle their lunch waste. One volunteer are scheduled per day. Bring your ID for check-in in the school front office.
When: Volunteers are needed from 11:15 AM to 1:15 PM.
IMPORTANT: Please sign up only for yourself! Sign up HERE.
Questions: Contact Orrington PTA (info@orringtonpta.org)
Digital Backpack
Want to know what's going on around the community? District 65 uses a "Digital Backpack" to share community information. Please click the button below to view upcoming community events and activities.