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Pleasantdale School District Friday Update
May 5, 2017

A Message from Mr. Vandercar - Principal of PES

"We are all different, which is great because we are all unique. Without diversity life would be very boring."   - Catherine Pulsifer

Giving tours of the building are one of my favorite things to do.  I love introducing parents to our staff, showing off the classrooms and showing potential parents first-hand what goes on in school.    
 
...  click here to read more.

The Elementary Eagle
End of the Year ABC Countdown Reminder

 
Dear Parents,

Believe it or not, the school year is coming to an end. We hope this continues to be a fantastic school year for your child. As a fun way of celebrating the last weeks of school, we will be doing an "End of the Year ABC Countdown." Each school day will have a different activity depending on the letter of the day. Your child may need to bring certain things on various days. This year we are dedicating our ABC Countdown to Mr. Vandercar!!  This sheet ( click here) will help your child remember what day in the "countdown" we are on.  We hope your child enjoys his/her last days!

Sincerely, 
The Pleasantdale Student Council
Celebrating Arbor Day
    



Pleasantdale Garden Club members Mrs. Vitalo, Mrs. Kohler and Mrs. Heise came to celebrate Arbor Day with the kindergarteners. The ladies read the story Lost in the Woods by Carl Sans. We all enjoyed a walk in the butterfly garden with our visitors! 
Students in the Spotlight
   
 
Congratulations to 4th graders Brenner G. and Joey P.!

Joey P. represented our school at the Burr Ridge Village Board meeting held on April 10th and Brenner G. represented our school on April 24th. Brenner and Joey met the mayor and trustees and led all in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Author Linda Ragsdale to Visit Pleasantdale



Pleasantdale Elementary would like to welcome their last author visit of the year. The author Linda Ragsdale will be visiting students in grades PK, K, and 1st on May 10th at 9:30 am. Students that would like to purchase a personalized copy from the author need to complete and return the attached  order form by the morning of May 10th. 
Student Council Summer Toy and Clothing Drive


Pleasantdale Student Council is collecting new summer toys and clothing items for kids in need. Please leave toys in their original packaging and tags on all clothing items.  Donations will be collected at school until May 19th. For a list of needed items, please click here 
A Message from Mr. Glimco - Principal of PMS

Lessons Learned in Middle School  

Our Eighth Grade students just finished reading Harper Lee's classic, "To Kill a Mockingbird".   As this is my all-time favorite book, I am always eager to hear from our students what they thought of the adventures of Jem, Scout, and their father, Atticus. 

... click here to read more.

The Tiger (PMS)
Talent Show Tryouts Reminder      
 
Our annual talent show is right around the corner and students in grades 5-8 can show off their skills on stage.  It is always a wonderful event to be a part of and we are hoping you can try out!

Tryouts are either May 8th or May 11th after school in the APR from 3:30-4:30pm.  Students should come prepared with all props, music, instruments, etc. and the final list of participants will be posted by May 12th.  The show is June 5th.  The tryouts are not open to the public, but we love to have a big cheering section on the big day. If you need some ideas please see Mr. Ratcliff or Ms. Carnes.
LTHS Booster Wear Sale Coming Soon!           


Attention 8th grade parents! Get your graduate their LTHS spirit wear!  Sale held on Tuesday, May 16th from 5-9pm at the LT South Campus Fieldhouse. To view flyer, click here
District News
Important Meal Account Balance Information for the End of the School Year

  

Just A Dash Catering, your Food Service Provider, would like to remind parents that all cafeteria charging on lunch accounts with a negative balance, will STOP beginning Monday, May 8th.  All negative meal balances must be settled by the last day of school, June 7th.  Students must have a positive meal account balance to pay for their purchases daily for the remainder of the school year. For more information, please click here
Register for Pleasantdale Summer Sports Camps!



All Pleasantdale District 107 Summer Sports Camps are held at Pleasantdale Middle School and spots are still available.   If your child is interested in basketball, volleyball or cross country, be sure to check out Pleasantdale's summer sport camps! 

All interested students should turn in their completed registration form and payment to their school office by May 31 to guarantee a camp t-shirt.   Click here for more information. Please contact Mark Dreher if you have any questions. 
PTA News
8th Grade Dinner Dance Invite & Sponsorships


The 8th Grade Dinner Dance Invitations were mailed to your homes recently.  The Dinner Dance will be held on Monday, June 5th from 5:30-10pm at Capri Banquets in Countryside.  PLEASE RSVP your child's attendance or regrets by Thursday, May 15th to pdaledinnerdance2017@gmail.com. The Dinner Dance Committee will send additional details later during the month of May. 

This year's theme for the Dinner Dance is "NEON BEACH NIGHTS."  If you are interested in sponsoring anything for the event, please review the attached letter and notify the 8th grade team via email at pdaledinnerdance2017@gmail.com, indicating which item you would like to sponsor.  Some examples of sponsorship items are: 
  • Memory Booklet
  • Neon and Beach Accessories
  • Sweet Table goodies - Candy, Desserts, Fruit Tray, Snacks
  • Photo Booth
  • Class Picture
  • DVD, cases and labels - for a compilation of pictures throughout the school year.
Thank you!

Pleasantdale PTA & The 8th Grade Committee
Adult Social Invitation



Please RSVP by May 17th. Appetizers and cash bar. $14 per person. Additional details can be found by clicking here.  For more information please contact Birgit Collins (773-501-3761) or Arlene Cabana (708-837-1424). 
Important Dates
5/5:
~High Note Festival & Six Flags Trip 

5/8:
~MAP Testing Begins @ Middle
~Boys Volleyball vs. McClure
~Girls Softball vs. McClure 
~Soccer @ Washington Red

5/9:
~Soccer vs. Park Blue
~Elementary Band & Orchestra Concert, 7pm  

5/10:
~Girls Softball Tournament 

5/11:
~Boys Volleyball @ Willow
~1st & 2nd Grade Spelling Bees, 9:15/10:15am 

5/12:
~3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bees, 9:15/10:15 am 
Forms & Links
May/June Lunch Menu 
Middle School Activities
Community Resources
Get the Schoology App
PMS Talent Show Tryouts Flyer
Pleasant Dale Park District Nerf Wars (Summer)
Pleasant Dale Park District Skyhawks Sports Academy
Pleasant Dale Park District 3 on 3 Boys Basketball League
Pleasant Dale Park District Summer I Classes
Pleasant Dale Park District Summer T-Ball League
Pleasant Dale Park District Summer Coach Pitch Baseball
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