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Pleasantdale School District Friday Update
April 14, 2017

A Message from Mr. Vandercar - Principal of PES

SEL! 

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is a high priority for Pleasantdale Elementary School.  We want all children to grow academically, physically, socially and emotionally - we know these areas are all connected.  
 
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The Elementary Eagle
Student Council Summer Toy and Clothing Drive


Pleasantdale Student Council is collecting new summer toys and clothing items for kids in need. Ideas for donation include beach balls, flip flops, sunscreen, beach towels, beach toys, sunglasses, bathing suits, pool toys, shorts and t-shirts. Please leave toys in their original packaging and tags on all clothing items. Donations will be collected at school May 1st-19th. For more information, click here.
Author Kevin Sherry to Visit on April 24th


Pleasantdale Elementary would like to welcome author Kevin Sherry on April 24th at 9:30 am. The author will be presenting to the students in grades 2, 3, and 4. Kevin Sherry is the author of several books including Yeti Files, I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, and his newest book Remy Sneakers vs. the Robo-Rats. Please use the attached PDF order form to order your personalized, autographed copy of Remy Sneakers vs. the Robo-Rats. Orders are due by 9:00 am on April 24th.


A Message from Mrs. Knapik - Assistant Principal of PMS

Spotlight on Our Social Worker   


As I mentioned in my last blog post, April is "Stress Awareness" month, which was brought to my attention by Mrs. Castaldo, our social worker at Pleasantdale Middle School.  

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District News
Pleasantdale Taking Part in 3rd Annual
WSCAE Student Art Expo


 
On Saturday, April 29, more than 525 pieces of artwork created by local elementary and middle school students will be on display at Cheney Mansion (220 N. Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, IL). Artwork from Pleasantdale Elementary and Pleasantdale Middle students will be on display in the expo. This free event is open from 10:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. This marks the third consecutive year that 15 school districts in the West Suburban Consortium for Academic Excellence (WSCAE) are hosting the expo to showcase K-8 student artwork. 

Student artists will be present to discuss their pieces during the display period. A number of professional artists from surrounding communities will be on hand to view the artwork and provide feedback. All guests will have the opportunity to submit "fan mail" to the student artists, as well, highlighting what they like most about the pieces. The event will additionally feature members of the Oak Park Art League, who will be leading live art demonstrations.

For more information, please visit http://wscaeartist.weebly.com/ 
School Board Vacancy Announcement Reminder



The Pleasantdale District 107 Board of Education announces that it is accepting applications for candidates to fill a School Board vacancy. The term will run from April 2017 till April 2019. Residents of District 107, 18 years of age or older, who are interested in the appointment should submit a letter of intent, resume and the candidate form which is available on the district website www.d107.org or by contacting the District Office 708-784-2013, 7450 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge Illinois, or by clicking here. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on April 21 to Erika Sawosko [email protected] in the District Office. The Board expects to appoint a replacement by April 26, 2017. 
Important Dates
4/14:
~Spring Holiday (NO SCHOOL)
 
4/17:
~Boys Volleyball vs. Highlands
~Girls Softball vs. Highlands
~Soccer vs. Highlands Blue
~Open Library for 1st Grade

4/18:
~Boys Volleyball @ Park 
~Girls Softball @ Park
~Soccer @ Gurrie Blue 

4/19:
~Kindergarten Visitation, 10am
~School Board Meeting @ Admin Building, 7pm 

4/20:
~Soccer @ Park Red 
Forms & Links
April Lunch Menu
Middle School Activities
Community Resources
Get the Schoology App
Coalition for a Drug-Free Lyons Township: 4/24 Event
LeaderShop's Annual Day of Service on 4/22
Pleasant Dale Park District Nerf Wars (Summer)
Pleasant Dale Park District 3 on 3 Boys Basketball League
Pleasant Dale Park District Spring II Classes
Pleasant Dale Park District Summer T-Ball League
Pleasant Dale Park District Summer Coach Pitch Baseball
Pleasant Dale Park District Basketball Camp Session II
YMCA Open House
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
YMCA Spring Youth Programs
PTA Registration Form
PTA Volunteer Form
Pleasantdale School District 107 | http://www.d107.org
Phone: 708-784-2013
7450 South Wolf Road
Burr Ridge, IL 60527