The Eagle's Nest

Hello Walsh Families!

February is Black History Month -- the traditional time to recognize what African-American women and men have given to the world. February was chosen for Black History Month because it is the birth month of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, two figures instrumental in the abolition of slavery.

At Walsh, we value all types of diversity and are dedicated to creating a community enriched by young women and men of diverse backgrounds and respectful of differences. We are proud of the many ways our students understand and appreciate different ideas and different perspectives. Your sons and daughters listen, are empathetic and act wisely; they are well on their way to becoming leaders!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Ms. Chris Smith, Walsh Principal

Mr. Jeff Moore, Walsh Associate Principal

Monday, February 14

• Valentine's Day - No Uniforms - wear Valentine's colors

Tuesday, February 15

• Picture Retake Day

Wednesday, February 16

• Late Start - 8:50 AM

Monday, February 21

• No School - President's Day

Tuesday, February 22

• It's "Twosday!" - 2-22-2222 - see below for our Spirit Day!

Wednesday, February 23

• Late Start - 8:50 AM

Saturday, March 26 - Sunday, April 3

• Spring Break - Students return on Monday, April 3rd

Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. It honors all Black people from all periods of U.S. history, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa in the early 17th century to African Americans living in the United States today.

Among the notable figures often spotlighted during Black History Month are:

• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who fought for equal rights for Blacks during the 1950s and ’60s
• Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American justice appointed to the United States Supreme Court in 1967
• Mae Jemison, who became the first female African-American astronaut to travel to space in 1992
• Barack Obama, who was elected the first-ever African-American president of the United States in 2008.

If you would like your child's pictures retaken, you MUST RETURN ALL of the pictures you received.

Any students who were absent on picture day will be photographed.

If you would like to order pictures because your child was not photographed, please fill out the Lifetouch envelope and enclose exact change. The office and photographers are unable to make change.

Money Orders or Checks should be made out to "Lifetouch".

Forms will be sent home on February 7th with students who were not photographed.

Student Responsibilities for E-Learning Days:

* Teachers will post assignments to Seesaw by 8:30 AM if school is cancelled

* Student should be able to complete the work on their own without assistance from a parent

* Teachers will have set office hours that will be communicated to parents on Seesaw.

* Students have until the day AFTER they return from an eLearning day to submit assignments. Assignments can be turned in via Seesaw

Throughout the month of February, students will begin to discuss personal safety, topics including stranger danger, and child abuse prevention (Erin’s Law).

Positive Things to Say to Your Child

1. You were right.
2. I know you did your best.
3. I’m grateful for you.

Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather with warm coats, snow pants, hats, gloves and boots. Children go outside for recess 2 times a day for fresh air, frequent breaks and exercise.

The district cold weather policy is as follows:

• Wind chill and/or temperature 20 degrees or above = regular outdoor recess

Please be aware that children need a doctor's note to stay in for recess.

Students WILL be charged fees for damage/loss of technology items.

Fees are:

• Device Sleeve/cover - $10
• Charger - $25
• Touch Screen - $115
• Device - $250/new device; $200/2 years old; $150/3 years old; $100/4 years old (new devices are provided to 1st and 5th grades every year

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E-mail: parenthelpline@sd104.us

Phone: 708-458-0141

Email: chsmith@sd104.us
Website: https://www.sd104.us/
Location: 5640 South 75th Avenue, Summit, IL, USA
Phone: 708-458-7165
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