Algonquin Lakes Elementary
January 11, 2026
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a great week. As always, I am grateful for the strong partnership between our school, families, and community. Together, we continue to create a positive and supportive environment where our students can learn, grow, and succeed.
This week, our classrooms have been filled with engaging learning experiences activities that brought smiles to many faces. It has been wonderful to see our students back in their routines, excited, motivated, and proud of their work. Thank you to our teachers and staff for their dedication and creativity each day.
We also appreciate the continued support from our families. Your involvement. Through communication, encouragement at home, and participation in your child's education, you have played a vital role in our students’ success.
As we move into the coming week, please be sure to review upcoming dates and reminders shared by teachers and the school office. If you have any questions or concerns, never hesitate to reach out. Open communication is key to our success!
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. I am proud of our students and grateful for the teamwork that makes our school such a special place.
Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
Kindest Regards,
Marilynn (Smith) Jankovich
Principal, Algonquin Lakes Elementary
Our first grade students are diving into the exciting world of astronomy as they learn about the sun, moon, stars, and planets. Through hands-on activities, thoughtful discussions, and guided discovery, students are building curiosity and foundational science skills while developing a deeper understanding of the world beyond Earth.
AMS students from the AVID program visited ALES to talk with our 5th graders about what to expect in middle school and share how AVID helps students stay organized, motivated, and college-ready! 5th Grade Families that are interested in hearing more about the AVID program, a college and career readiness class, please attend an informational night next Tuesday (1/13) at AMS. We will be meeting at 6:00 in the gym. Reach out to Lisa Vehrs (lisa.vehrs@d300.org) with any questions. Please keep a look out. Students will also be bringing flyers home to parents with this information! Please reach out to your childs teacher if you have any questions.
Commitment
Commitment to Hard Work:
Theme: Understanding that true commitment involves effort and follow-through.
Discussion Questions:
What's something that was really difficult for you when you first started, but got much easier because you stayed committed to practicing?
When you are feeling tired or lazy, what's a mental trick you can use to remind yourself of your commitment and finish what you started?
What's the difference between doing a task and doing a task with excellence? How does commitment play a role in the quality of the work?
Dinner Activity: Share a story about someone you know—a coach, a teacher, a historical figure—who showed extraordinary commitment and stuck with something for a long time. What was the reward of their commitment?
The Algonquin Lakes Elementary PTO is volunteer-based non-profit organization committed to supporting the school community.
The PTO organizes events throughout the year, like classroom parties, family events, and fundraisers, to bring together families, faculty, and staff in a fun and engaging way.
If you have questions or are interested in joining or volunteering, please contact the PTO at alesptoweb@gmail.com
