Good Morning,
It was a short but productive week in school. I know the teachers were excited to share all of the good news at parent/teacher conferences. I am extremely proud of your children, more this year than ever. They have done a remarkable job, given the challenges and limitations. Give your child a big hug and tell him/her to keep working hard and doing his/her best.
We will continue to do our best to keep everyone safe and healthy moving into the cooler weather. We plan to keep the kids outside for recess and physical education as long as the temperatures are above 10 degrees wind chill, so please have your child dress appropriately for the weather moving forward.
For now, let's hope for a warm fall and enjoy every decent day we get. Have a nice weekend!
Pat
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October 15 12:00 Dismissal
October 15 Parent Teacher Conferences, 1:00-8:00
October 16 No School
October 20 Picture Retake Day, 9:00-11:00
October 23 Meadowbrook Spirit Wear Day
October 30 Halloween Dress Up Day
November 3 No School, Election Day
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Upcoming Gas Line Work on Walters |
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I spent an hour last week with representatives from the Village of Northbrook and Nicor Gas to discuss some upcoming work being completed on Walters Avenue that will impact walkers and bike riders. There are two separate projects. The first (and less intrusive) project occurred this week at the southwest corner of Waukegan and Walters. This had little impact on our bikers/walkers.
The second (and more intrusive) project will run approximately 6 weeks from mid October to late November. Nicor is replacing gas mains on Walters and will have sections of the sidewalk on the south side of the street torn up. They will complete one section at a time between St. Norbert and Waukegan Avenue. Fortunately there will be flaggers, barricades and temporary passageways that will allow our bikers and riders to pass through on their way to and from school. Please encourage extra caution for those students who walk or bike to school.
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Picture retakes have been scheduled for Tuesday, October 20 from 9:00-11:00. This is for in-person and remote students. All pictures will be taken in the lower gym. Students should bring their original packet to the retake sitting. Any students that are taking pictures for the first time can order ahead of time. Follow this Picture Day link for information on how to order.
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Halloween News
*repeat information
Unfortunately, due to social distancing restrictions, we will be unable to hold our annual Halloween parade around the neighborhood this year. However, we’re still excited to allow students the fun of observing Halloween during school. Here are a few notes about what Halloween will look like this year.
*Costumes will be allowed in K-5 for both in-person and RLA students. If your child chooses to wear a costume, please observe the following guidelines:
- Costumes will be worn all day. We’re discouraging parents from picking up in-person students for lunch this year as this will create challenges for social distancing.
- Costumes for ALL students must not be overly scary and may not include replica weapons or excessive blood and gore.
- Costumes for in-person students must allow for the following:
- Hands not covered and able to be washed/use sanitizer
- Students should be able to sit comfortably for the day
- Students should be able to use the bathroom without assistance
- Students faces should be visible so that they are able to wear a typical face mask with their costume
- Please avoid inflatable or extra large costumes
*In lieu of PTO-organized classroom parties, students will participate in fun, socially-distanced activities throughout the day. PTO volunteers will provide non-food related crafts for students. These crafts will be individually bagged and included for RLA students during materials pick up on October 28th.
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Remote Learning Academy News |
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Reserve Library Materials for Oct. 28 Pickup
We encourage RLA students to take advantage of our library checkout system. Your child can place library books on hold to be picked up during our regular pickup times.
The next window for placing books on hold will be October 19-October 23. The next pickup is 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28. Mrs. Benz offers complete instructions on the Meadowbrook Library webpage on how to log in and reserve books. Students can also return books at that time. In addition, there is a bin located in the vestibule of each elementary building to return library books during regular school hours. If students have past due checkouts, we ask that you return those as soon as possible.
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Schools Will Follow Travel Restrictions *Repeat*
Schools are beginning to receive inquiries about travel over the upcoming holiday seasons. Please review the District’s existing travel quarantine protocols. Our goal is to keep COVID-19 positive cases for students and staff to a minimum.
Travel within the United States
International Travel
Likewise for international travel, any student who visits a country listed by the CDC as “Warning – Level 3, Avoid Nonessential Travel” will not be allowed to return to school for in-person instruction until the 14-day quarantine period has been completed.
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Coronavirus Community Update
News included a new COVID dashboard of township elementary districts and Halloween events planned with the Village of Northbrook. |
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Box Tops Contest
COVID-19 is not stopping our annual Box Tops for Education collection contest. The three Meadowbrook classrooms (in-person and remote) that collect the most Box Tops by October 23 will win prizes! See the Box Tops flyer for more information.
PTO News and Notes
Thank you to Beata Redzisz-Stamm for organizing meals for the teachers during Parent Teacher Conferences this week, and thank you to Carrie Hughes and Emily Hoesly for setting up the meals.
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District PTO Council Fundraiser |
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Give a Gift That Gives Twice
Gift Card Plus is a District-wide fundraiser by the PTO. The program offers District 28 families and friends the opportunity to purchase gift cards from various retailers, including movie theaters, hotels, gas stations, restaurants, and specialty stores. The program also features local businesses Sunset Foods, La De Da, and The Book Bin.
Gift Card Plus revenue allows the PTO Council to host family and parent programs, and make a significant donation annually to the Homer O. Harvey Scholarship Fund.
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Music Parents Club Fundraiser |
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Support Music Programs With
Wreaths, Coffee and Sweets
The annual Music Parents Club Wreath & Coffee sale is online and ongoing through Oct. 30.
Order beautiful wreaths, sweet treats and coffee products with proceeds benefiting the District 28 music programs. This fundraiser makes many of the out-of-classroom experiences possible. It pays for field trips, guest conductors, uniforms and so, so, much more.
Due to COVID restrictions, all sales will be electronic. By visiting the Wreath & Coffee sale site, customers can select items, give credit to specific students or credit the organization in general. Student sales will be delivered directly to the customer's home by the student. Or, if the sale goes to the organization in general, customers will pick up items on Nov. 17 at Northbrook Sports Center, located at Pfingsten & Walters between 2 and 6 p.m.
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District 28 shares local non-profit and community partner flyers here in the District's "Virtual Backpack." Materials posted on this page are the responsibility of the organizations represented. You can always check the Virtual Backpack webpage as a handy reference!
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Halloween Happenings in Northbrook
The Village of Northbrook has established guidelines for safe trick-or-treating on October 31, and other Halloween celebrations.
Halloween Spooky Trail
Then, on Saturday, October 31, residents can drive the Spooky Trail. Start your adventure between 4-6 p.m. at the Northbrook Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, where there will be live music, glow bracelets, and Spooky Trail route maps, along with People's Choice award ballots. Then drive the trail through Northbrook to see some creative Halloween displays and vote for your favorite. The route ends at the Park District Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., with giveaways, spooky fun, and participant photos ending at 8 p.m.
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GBN Hosts Northern Lights Show |
On Saturday, October 17th, from 7-8:30 p.m., Northbrook families are invited to drive over to Glenbrook North for Northern Lights, an awesome display of lights, video, projections, our marching band, Poms, and more! Enjoy a socially distanced evening with the Spartans by driving through this spectacular show and share in a sense of community during these unprecedented times.
To drive through the show, please enter off of 2nd street and carefully follow the flow of traffic. We ask that you wear masks while on campus and be safe while driving. We are excited to share Northern Lights with you!
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Meadowbrook School | 1600 Walters Ave., Northbrook, IL 60062 | Pat Thome, Principal
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