MUSTANG MINUTE

We are excited to share the progress our students have made on the NWEA assessments from fall to winter! In both reading and mathematics, students in Kindergarten-Fifth grade have shown significant growth, demonstrating their hard work and dedication to learning. These results reflect the strong efforts of our students, teachers, and families in supporting academic success.

We encourage families to continue fostering a love for reading and problem-solving at home. Keep up the great work, and let's continue striving for growth as we move toward the spring assessment!

Lake Villa District #41 will transition to a fully standards-based report card beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. This new system enhances communication about student progress by focusing on mastery of learning standards rather than traditional letter grades. The goal is to provide parents and teachers with a clearer understanding of student growth and achievement. More details and resources will be shared as we approach implementation.

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A HUGE congratulations to the following students who were onsite all-day , every day this last trimester!! Victor Benitez, Joseph Boulett, Mackenzie Charlebois, Kaleb Dema, Jai-Nathan Li, Kimberly Martinez, Darielys Melendez, Andy Morales, Alonzo Munoz, Aurelio Munoz, Leah Peralta, Melanie Schlobohm, Emery Tucker, Rayyan Uwais Ismail, Levi Vekemans

Parents, we need your input! The 5Essentials Parent Survey is your chance to share feedback about our school’s learning environment. Your responses help us understand what’s working well and where we can improve. The survey takes just a few minutes but makes a big impact!

Visit THIS link to participate by March 28, 2025. Thank you for helping us create the best possible learning experience for our students!

A variety of teaching styles and structures are available in Lake Villa School District #41. Our goal at Martin School is to place all children in classrooms well suited to their learning styles. The placement process is highly involved, time-intensive, and centered on the learning needs of all students. Please stop by or call the office to get a copy of the input form.

Parent/Guardian Input Forms are due in the school office no later than Monday, March 31, 2025. Forms will not be accepted after this date. Consideration is given to all information supplied by parents/guardians; however, it is not always possible to meet every need.

As we prepare for the winter months, please remember to dress your child(ren) appropriately, including hats, gloves…….as we will continue to go outside as much as possible. We will be outside for recess provided it is 11+ degrees (windchill included).

Remote Learning, or e-Learning, enables schools to provide continuous educational opportunities for students that are specifically designed for those times when students and educators are not able to physically be onsite. e-Learning may be used for extreme weather (ex. Snow Day) or to preserve the continuity of learning when an emergency could otherwise result in school closing.. e-Learning is delivered remotely and online through a Chromebook.

The purpose of e-Learning is to provide all students with access to learning during school closures using a combination of technology-based instruction, as well as face-to-face interaction. Access to learning, with an emphasis on technology-delivered instruction, will also include other instructional delivery models as needed by our students. These may include related projects, research, and other small group assignments.

The following are new details regarding e-Learning. The scheduled time for e-Learning will be from 9:00 AM - 2:40 PM for K-8 students. Early Childhood AM and Early Childhood PM classrooms will have activities sent home for their learning time. Teachers will have any asynchronous instruction posted by 9:00 AM for K-8 students.

Students will be expected to be fully available during these hours to participate in learning activities. Students may need to complete any assignments after the designated school time as necessary, although teachers will be providing time during the school day to work on assignments during the school hours.

Lake Villa District #41 E-Learning Plan 2024-2025

Unlock Your Leadership Potential!.....

Join us this May for our District-Wide Leadership Event, where inspiration meets action! This dynamic gathering will empower students and their families to lead with confidence, collaborate with purpose, and create a lasting impact. Expect engaging speakers, interactive sessions, and _______

Header: Expanding Mental Health Access for Students and Families

We’re excited to launch the Lake Villa SD 41 CARES Program, a partnership with ReferralGPS that connects students and families to critical mental health resources (including individual therapy and/or psychiatric medication management).

With 8 initial visits free of charge and the potential for continued care based on funding and need, this program eliminates long waitlists and financial barriers, ensuring timely, equitable support.

Many families seek help for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and stress management, and the CARES Program provides connection with independent community mental health providers to address these challenges.

Take the First Step: Visit District 41 CARES to learn more and get started today!

Together, we can create a healthier future for our community.

As a reminder-

No personal communication devices, including but not limited to cell phones, are

allowed to be used during the school day. Smartwatches may be worn and used as

watches. However, they may not be used as communication devices. At the middle

school, communication devices should be off or disabled, and phones should be in

lockers. At the elementary school, communication devices should be off or disabled,

and phones should be in lockers or in backpacks. In addition, personal communication

devices should not be used until students are outside of the school building at the end

of the school day.

Save the Date: 6th Grade Orientation Night at Palombi Middle School on April 30th from 6:00pm-7:00pm!

We invite all incoming 6th graders and their parents to attend our annual 6th Grade Orientation Night at Palombi Middle School.

Join us for a brief presentation by Mrs. Sisi, Principal, and the deans at 6:00 PM (with a repeat session at 6:30 PM). You’ll also have time for a self-guided tour and the activity/athletic fair to explore all that Palombi has to offer!

Parking: Available in both school parking lots and on side streets. Please do not park on McKinley Avenue.

We look forward to seeing you there!

As flu season begins, research shows that the best way to protect yourself is to get a flu shot. Please review important information regarding the Flu Vaccine in English/Spanish.

Attention 5th grade families! The Illinois State School Code Health Law, Section 665, requires that a child have a complete physical examination including mandated immunizations, upon entrance into sixth grade. Any child entering 6th grade is required to show proof of updated vaccinations including one dose of Tdap vaccine and one dose of meningococcal vaccine. Please ensure your child receives both of these vaccines at their 11 year old check-up in order to be in compliance before the October 15, 2025 state deadline.

Darlene Kuxhouse

847-245-3400 x 31001

Illinois State Health Requirements

DENTAL AND EYE EXAMS

Eye exams and waivers due Oct 15, 2024: Kindergarten and new to Illinois students

Dental exams and waivers due May 15, 2025: Kindergarten, 2nd grade, new to Illinois students

CHANGE OF CLOTHING:

Spills and accidents can happen at school.

Students are more comfortable if they have their own clothes to change into.

ALL students should keep spare clothing at school

including pants,shirts, socks, and underwear.

Students must be fever (100.4 or more), vomit, and diarrhea free for 24 hours without medication and should be feeling well enough to participate before returning to school after illness.

Make sure to call the attendance line for absences 847-245-3400 option 1. If the absence is due to an illness please provide symptoms or diagnosis.

Lice Prevention:

Avoid head-to-head and hair-to-hair contact

Don't share hats, scarves, hoodies, or other clothing

Don't share hair ribbons, barrettes, combs or brushes

Check head and hair for lice or nits/eggs

Common signs and symptoms of lice include :

Intense itching on the scalp, body

A tickling feeling from the movement of hair

The presence of lice on your scalp, body, clothing

Lice eggs (nits) on hair shafts.

Sores on the scalp, neck and shoulders

Treatment:

Recommended treatment includes using either a store-bought

or prescription lice killing products. Follow the product directions carefully.

With certain products a second treatment is recommended 7 to 10 days later.

Please be sure to check out the handbook linked below and be sure you have reviewed the valuable information contained inside! Click here for a copy.

Healthy snacks are essential in schools for maintaining energy levels, improving concentration and academic performance, supporting physical health and growth, regulating behavior and mood, developing lifelong healthy eating habits, providing educational opportunities, and creating a health-focused school environment. With this being said, District #41 has updated the snack list to reflect additional items. Please click here to see our latest approved snack list.

• SET A READING GOAL: You and your students are encouraged to set your own, realistic reading-minutes goal for the time frame of the event. We’d like to suggest starting with 50 minutes for the littles and 100 minutes for the bigger kids!

• SET A FUNDRAISING GOAL: While your students are putting in the work with extra reading, we’re going to ask friends, family, co-workers and others to support student reading with a donation. We’d love each student to aim to raise $1 per minute of their reading goal (50 minutes = raise $50).

• KEEP TRACK: Next week, we will be sharing our online portal to house all of your goal-setting and fund-tracking. Stay tuned -- we’re almost ready to open the doors!

What if you could be part of something amazing happening at the school? Your involvement as a volunteer can create lasting memories for your child and help shape their love of learning, creativity, and community.

Be a force for good at Martin School - the PTO is seeking dedicated individuals to help drive initiatives forward. With flexible opportunities to get involved, you can make a real difference from near or far.

For more information Email President Ashley Hammond at D41PTO@district41.org or VP Carolyn Schroeder at Carolynptomartin@gmail.com.

School Lunch
A reminder that the District no longer provides free lunch for all students. Paid Lunch is $3.25. To apply for Free/Reduced Lunch visit our website under Food Service. Click here for information on how to create an account for lunch purchases.

Registration and Fees
School Registration Fees are now due. The fees will increase after August 31. Payments can be made electronically on the District's website, via regular mail, or in person at the school building.

Supplemental Insurance
The district offers Voluntary Supplemental Student Accident Insurance. To enroll, please see the information by clicking here. For more information on our accident insurance coverage, click here.

March 7-No School-Non Attendance Day

March 10-21-IAR Assessment Grades 3-5 (Mathematics & Reading)

March 17-Board of Education Meeting 7 PM @ District Office

March 24-30-Spring Break

March 31-School Resumes

April 7-Board of Education Meeting 7 PM @ District Office