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A Message from the Principal |
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Hello Deer Path Families,
Our CORE VALUE of the week is Integrity. Integrity means always doing what is right, even when it is the hard thing to do. Building strong moral principles is not only critical in school, but will benefit our Deer Path students in all aspects of their lives.
To show Integrity with attendance, we need our entire community to do its part. First and foremost, it means emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded education for our students. All classes on a student’s schedule are valuable and they should be given their best possible effort. This starts with fulfilling the requirement of attending every class, every day during synchronous instruction. Whether in-person or remote, students must show up on time and stay for the full duration of the class period to ensure they are able to engage in all of the learning opportunities with their peers. Not only does that show respect to our dedicated teachers, but it demonstrates our students’ integrity and perseverance!
Thank you,
The Deer Path Administrative Team
847-615-4440
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Principal
Thomas Herion
847-615-4440
Associate Principal
Megan Eigenrauch
847-604-7405
Associate Principal
Sam Paulsen
847-615-4475
Dean of Culture
Grades 5/6
Ryan Wood
847-295-5727
Grades 7/8
Rob Wegley
847-295-5559
Office
Grades 5/6:
847-615-4470
Grades 7/8:
847-604-7400
Nurse
Grades 5/6
Linda Raye
847-604-7419
Grades 7/8
Heather Egenthal
847-604-7431
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Parent Town Hall 10/28/20
We hope you will join us on Wednesday, October 28 at 5:00 PM for a DPM Town Hall, hosted by Principal Mr.Tom Herion, Associate Principals Mrs. Megan Eigenrauch and Mr. Sam Paulsen, and featuring Executive Functioning Coach Ms. Cecilia Ryon, and DPM Deans of Culture Mr. Ryan Woods and Mr. Rob Wegley. As we approach our adaptive pause, we will be hosting town halls more frequently to share information and allow families an opportunity to ask questions. This week's town hall will focus on remote learning and issues related to school attendance.
COVID-19 Contact Information
Parents should contact the Principal to report COVID-related information. The Principal will communicate relevant information to the appropriate staff including the nurse and classroom teachers.
APT THANK YOU!
On behalf of the teaching staff at Deer Path, we would like to thank you for your generosity and support during the conference evening. The boxed dinners from Belvedere Events and Catering and the desserts from the Hungry Monkey Baking Company were just the pick-me-up the staff needed to push through the evening conferences. Thank you to everyone who supported by providing water, donations, and their time!
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SPIRIT THANK YOU!
Art Department
The Art Department is thrilled to announce that the Spirit of 67 has generously partnered with District 67 in funding Art Supply Kits to every student in Kindergarten through 8th grade. As a district we strive to provide our students with top educational experiences and opportunities. We are so grateful to have the generous support of the Spirit in helping us achieve this! The Spirit’s donation enabled us to provide the students with the necessary tools and resources to continue to create art, explore new ideas/themes, and continue on their journey.
The arts play an important role in developing students’ creativity, decision making and self-esteem, as well as provide lasting positive effects on social and emotional well-being.We look forward to sharing the projects we have and will continue to create using the supplies you generously provided through this grant. Thank you again for your ongoing support in the arts which provide amazing opportunities for our students!
Wellness Department
The Wellness Department would like to thank the Spirit of 67 for awarding a very generous grant for physical education equipment. The Physical Education kits that have been ordered will help us ensure that our students will receive quality physical education instruction. During these unprecedented times, it is important that the Wellness department provide innovative and engaging activities that will motivate the students. At this time, physical education is very important for students’ general well being. We are sincerely grateful to the Spirit of 67 for helping us ensure that our students remain active and healthy.
DPM PICTURE RETAKE DAY HAS BEEN RE-SCHEDULED
FROM 11/5 TO THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29TH.
VIP WILL TAKE PHOTO'S AT DPM ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29TH, FROM 8:45AM - 3PM INDOORS AND FROM 4:15PM - 5:15PM OUTSIDE IN THE WEST TENT IN FRONT OF DPM WEST. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO HAVE YOUR PHOTO TAKEN ON RE-TAKE DAY, THERE ARE A FEW OPTIONS:
- Your student can go to the VIP studio in Wheeling (500 Northgate Pky) and have their photo taken or re-taken no later than NOVEMBER 30, 2020. Please call VIP at 847-499-9300 to schedule an appointment. VIP will ask for Student name, ID number, Grade, and School.
- You may take a head shot of your student at home and email it to SRAHMAN@LFSCHOOLS.NET Please click on How to take a portrait at home for tips.
- We can use last years yearbook photo.
If you child is wearing a Halloween costume on Thursday, October 29th, he or she may want to put it on after their photo is taken or have their photo taken from 4:15pm - 5:15pm outside in the tent.
How to view and order your child's portraits: For safety and convenience, all orders will be placed online. If, before photo day, you opted into VIP's messaging alert system by filling out the email request form, please check your email account (and SPAM folder) for a message from support@vipis.com, Subject Line: "[Student name’s] School Portrait is now available". If you're unable to locate VIP's message, please try again after a couple of days, or you can search for your images at vipis.com. In the search bar, type in your school name, click on School Portraits and enter your student ID. If you don't know your student ID, you can also email support@vipis.com to request a link to your images. Please provide your school name, student name, and homeroom teacher in your email. Once you have your link, you’ll be able to view your image/s, place your order, and select an image for your yearbook. All orders will be delivered to your home. For additional options and information email support@vipis.com.”
To place your order after photo day, simply follow these steps:
2. Type in your school or organization
3. Choose which photos you want to order, and enter the information needed. Your order will be delivered directly to your home.
To reduce the need to handle forms and money VIP has gone paperless - please contact us at support@vipis.com for additional ordering options or questions.
Click the links below for more information:
Responsible Use Agreement: As we begin the school year, we'd like to remind you and your students about our Responsible Use Agreement with technology. All 6th, 7th and 8th graders and their parents should read through the expectations and fill out this form. The form should be filled out A.S.A.P. if you have not already done so.
**Snack Policy Revised**
Out of an abundance of caution, we are no longer continuing snack during our SEL/Homeroom Break. While we understand that snack might be an important part of a student’s day, we are exercising caution and consideration for the safety of our students and staff in efforts to minimize time students spend without their masks. Students may still have water and brief mask breaks.
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The 2020-2021 Scripps VIRTUAL National Spelling Bee will take place on December 2nd @ 9:45am in the Haskins / Google Meet. There will be an informational Google meet soon. Use the join code below to view the list of study words and download a permission slip. Contact Ms. Hersey or Señora McMahon for more information.
CC5X-6BZK-P3B8W
To view the update, click the link below:
DPM Activities
Please know that all DPM activities will be available to DPM AViAtors as well, provided that you are comfortable participating. Should an opportunity arise that is purely in-person, the AVA or the AVA APT will work to make accommodations to ensure fun and equitable access for ALL of our DPM students, which includes inviting AVA students in person if they should wish to join in person.
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H.U.G.S. Thanksgiving Food Drive
District 67 will again participate in the annual APT/Mothers Trust Foundation Help Us Give Suppers Thanksgiving Food Drive. The H.U.G.S. food drive provided more than 500 Thanksgiving meals last year to food pantries in Lake County. Food insecurity has surged due to the pandemic. Let's go big this year and fill over 700 bags! Mark your calendars now - the drive will run Nov. 2-6.
Monday, November 2 - Friday, November 10
5th grade - corn muffin mix
6th grade - canned chicken or turkey broth
7th grade - canned corn
8th grade - rice
Optional for all: $10 Jewel gift cards
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8th GRADE NEWS
The 8th Grade Graduation Dance will be held on Friday, May 28th this year. More information to follow.
The 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 1st this year. More information to follow.
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UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS:
OCTOBER
10/29/20: Picture re-take day, 8:45am - 3pm inside and 5pm - 6:15pm outside in the west tent in front of DPMW.
NOVEMBER
11/1/20: Daylight Saving Time Ends - turn your clocks back one hour
11/3/20: General Election Holiday, No Student Attendance
11/11/20: DPM APT Virtual Meeting, 7pm
DECEMBER
12/2/20: Virtual Spelling Bee, 9:45am
12/18/20: Winter break begins at close of day
JANUARY
1/5/21: School Re-Opens
1/18/21: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No Student Attendance
1/26/21: D67 BOE Meeting, 7pm, Board Room, LFHS WEST CAMPUS
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District 67 Board of Education Special Meeting
The Lake Forest District 67 Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Sunday, October 25 at 4:00 p.m. This meeting will be held remotely and live streamed to comply with the procedures set forth in Public Act 101-640, which Governor Pritzker extended to November 15, 2020.
Individuals who wish to make a public comment at this meeting should notify Chief Technology Officer Jordan Salus at jsalus@lfschools.net no later than 12:00 noon on October 25. During the afternoon of October 25, Mr. Salus will be in contact with those individuals regarding instructions on how to call in to the meeting.
District 67 Regular Board Meeting
The next Board of Education Regular Meeting for District 67 will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2020. The regular business of the Board of Education will not be conducted until 7:00 p.m. An Executive Session may be held prior to the conduction of regular business.
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Thank you to all that contributed to the Fall Conference Teacher & Staff Dinner in support of our favorite DPM Team! A special thanks to our Staff Appreciation Committee, Debbie Jensen, Shannon Maguire, Kim Walters, Ellie White, Kimberly Carris, Carrie Adolph, Rachel McMahon, Laura Cushing and Joi Hunt for finding creative ways to support our DPM Teachers and Staff!
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Did you miss the Night at the Drive-In but still want to have fun and support the Spirit of 67 Foundation? Great news! The raffle has been extended until Monday, October 26th! There is something for everyone, including dinner for 4 at Deer Path Inn, an MLB Pitching Analysis, a basket of Jim Beam Spirits, A Ferrari Watch, LF Club Paddle Party, Pendleton Blankets and much more! Please scan the QR code or click the following link to view all these fabulous items and purchase tickets: https://e.givesmart.com/events/iJB/i/
All funds raised will go directly towards funding grants that enrich the educational experience of our students, teachers and staff! Thank you for supporting the Spirit!
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Lake Forest Fitness Center Special Student Rate (Memberships are available for students 14 and up) - Looking for a great place to stay in shape? Look no further than Lake Forest Fitness Center, located in the Recreation Center at 400 Hastings Road. Our affordable memberships can be purchased in one, two, or three month increments, so there is no long term commitment. Read more.
CROYA (Committee Representing Our Young Adults) is a safe, fun, and supportive youth organization traditionally open to all 7th-12th graders in Lake Forest, Lake Bluff & Knollwood. CROYA offers more than 300 youth programs and meetings to 2,000-plus teens annually. CROYA is unique in that it is run by young adults, for young adults, with trusted staff always present. During this challenging time, CROYA is opening up afterschool programming to 5th and 6th grade students, as well. Read More
When you join Cub Scouts, you get hands-on learning that’s hands-down awesome. Joining is fun for the whole family and for a limited time we have Home Adventure Kits available! Info Session on Oct. 28th @ 8:00pm. Visit beascout.org to find a Cub Scout pack near you.
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Deer Path Middle School | 95 W. Deerpath | Lake Forest, IL 60045 |
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