Munhall Bulletin

Email: zachary.minelli@d303.org
Website: http://munhall.d303.org/
Location: 1400 South 13th Avenue
Phone: 331-228-2600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Munhall-Elementary-1459358344296891/
Twitter: @MunhallD303

• This week at Munhall I noticed students demonstrating appropriate hallway expectations, as this was our focus as a school. Quiet hallways led to smooth transitions into the classroom, which supports our students being ready to learn.
• I am excited for our fall fest tonight! It is always a great time for our community.
• We have an early release on Wednesday (10/29). Students are dismissed at 2:35 on these days.
• In case you missed it, please see communication regarding Halloween at Munhall. 2025 - Munhall Halloween Information.docx. It is now updated with our parade information.
• As a reminder, please come in to Munhall prior 10/31 if you volunteering for a party. This will allow you to get your ID scanned in a timely manner so you can quickly get to the classroom party on Halloween.

• Esta semana en Munhall noté que los estudiantes demostraron un comportamiento apropiado en los pasillos, ya que este fue nuestro enfoque como escuela. Los pasillos tranquilos permitieron transiciones fluidas hacia las aulas, lo cual ayuda a que nuestros estudiantes estén listos para aprender.

• Tendremos una salida temprana el miércoles (29/10). Los estudiantes serán despedidos a las 2:35 p. m. en esos días.
• En caso de que te lo hayas perdido, por favor revisa la comunicación sobre Halloween en Munhall: 2025 - Información sobre Halloween en Munhall.docx. Ahora está actualizada con la información sobre nuestro desfile.
• Como recordatorio, por favor ven a Munhall antes del 31/10 si vas a ser voluntario en una fiesta. Esto permitirá escanear tu identificación con tiempo para que puedas llegar rápidamente al salón de clases el día de Halloween.

• ¡Estoy muy emocionado por nuestro festival de otoño esta noche! Siempre es un gran momento para nuestra comunidad.

October

10/24 - Fall Fest (6:00 - 8:00)

10/29 - Early Release Meeting (Students dismissed at 2:35)

10/31 - Halloween

November

11/7 - Trimester 1 Ends

11/10 - PTO Meeting

11/11 - Maddie's Mittens (4:30 - 6:30)

Octubre

• 24/10 – Festival de Otoño (6:00 - 8:00)

• 29/10 – Salida temprana (los estudiantes salen a las 2:35 p. m.)

• 31/10 – Halloween

Noviembre

• 7/11 – Fin del primer trimestre

• 10/11 – Reunión del PTO (Asociación de Padres y Maestros)

• 11/11 – Maddie’s Mittens (4:30 - 6:30)

Great news! The Smile Illinois in-school dentist is coming to our school. Even better,

dental care is usually at no cost to you. All insurance is accepted including Medicaid

and All Kids. Keep your child healthy, in-school and learning. Sign up online NOW at https://www.myschooldentist.com

¡Una gran noticia! El dentista dentro de la escuela Smile Illinois vendrá a nuestra

escuela. Aun mejor, el cuidado dental es por lo general sin costo para usted. Se

aceptan todos los seguros, incluyendo Medicaid y All Kids. Mantenga a su hijo sano, en

la escuela y aprendiendo. Inscríbase en línea AHORA en https://www.myschooldentist.com/

D303 is supporting the St. Charles Public Library with their Community Cabinet Food Drive

October 27-November 12th

The holidays are fast approaching. Munhall is sponsoring a Big Hearts box. We are now

accepting unwrapped toys of many themes and categories. If your family is in the

position to donate, please have your student bring it to the Main Office and put it in the

“Dance Party” box. Push the button and have yourself a 10 second dance party for

donating! Grown-ups…make sure you vote for Munhall as your favorite decorated box

on Facebook November 8 th and 9 th . Lets bring the W back home!

Hello Munhall Families!

In art class, our students upload a photo of their work onto Artsonia, the world’s largest online student art museum. It's a free, safe, educational program designed to connect parents and families with their child's creative activities at school. Many of you are familiar with Artsonia because we have used it in the past.

Founded over 15 years ago, Artsonia has been recognized with the national distinguished service award for outstanding contribution to the arts by the National Art Education Association, as well as the distinguished service award by the state art associations in New Jersey, Illinois, Michigan and Colorado.

Families in Kindergarten and those new to Munhall, please check your students' backpacks in the next week or so for a slip of paper, which contains the information you will need to activate and access their Artsonia account.

We participate only for the digital gallery and it is not necessary to purchase anything that Artsonia offers. Thank you for your support! If you have further questions or if the paper slip gets misplaced, please don’t hesitate to contact me at: kellsa.jontz@d303.org

D303 is hosting a parent-empowerment series featuring Dr. Megan Schmitz of Vital Living Wellness Solutions. The series, titled “Guiding Students from Avoidance to Achievement,” includes three evening events at North High School and is part of D303’s student-attendance initiative.

Parent Education & Empowerment Series: Guiding Students from Avoidance to Achievement

Join us for an engaging and practical three-part series designed to help parents navigate the growing challenges of anxiety and school avoidance. Led by Dr. Megan Schmitz of Vital Living Wellness Solutions, these sessions will give parents tools to:

• Recognize anxiety in their child and understand its impact on learning and growth.

• Learn strategies to balance empathy and compassion with boundaries and expectations.

• Gain concrete tools to support positive school attendance and resilience.

Where: St. Charles North High School Auditorium
Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Dates: October 8 • October 22 • November 12

This series is designed to strengthen the partnership between families and schools, offering tools and strategies that foster belonging, perseverance, and achievement. Together, we can create the support and consistency children need to thrive. Please note: An interpreter/translator will be available for families who need language support.