Eagles in Action
Seventh Grade Eagles in Action Project

During the month of October, seventh graders are collecting stocking stuffers for service members in harm’s way during Christmas. A grocery bag will be placed in each classroom to collect items needed for stocking stuffers during the month of October. Below is a list of the items we will collect as they are urgently needed at Operation Support Our Troops (OSOT) – America, Inc. On October 29, the seventh graders will bring your offerings and volunteer their time stuffing stockings for United States Service Members. Please bring the items listed below to school on Wednesdays during the month of October:

*Trail Mix (Individual Packs)
*Slim Jims / Beef Jerky (Individually Wrapped)
*Individual Cold Drink Mix (Gatorade, Propel, Lemonade Singles, etc.)
*Band-Aids

Thank you for your support!
Announcements
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER!

As the weather continues to cool down, sending a hoodie or sweater with the children will become essential. We will be keeping classroom windows open for as long as possible for ventilation. And when the students go outside for breaks and gym, it may be cool.
Absence line
708.354.1690, Press 4, then 1
If your student is going to be absent for any reason, you must call and leave a message on the absence line every day with a detailed explanation of the reason for the absence.
(If you let the school know in advance about a prolonged absence, such as vacation, you do not need to call every day.)
Guidelines for Keeping Students Home
As a reminder, we are required to follow IDPH and ISBE regulations in order to remain open for in-person instruction.

If your student has ANY of the following symptoms, your student and all siblings must stay home from school:
  • fever (100.4 or higher)
  • new onset of moderate to severe headache
  • shortness of breath
  • new cough
  • sore throat
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain from unknown cause
  • new congestion/runny nose
  • new loss of sense of taste or smell
  • nausea
  • fatigue from unknown cause
  • muscle or body aches

Your student may return to school after receiving a negative COVID test or receiving an alternative diagnosis from a doctor. Asymptomatic siblings may also return at this time.
If you do not obtain either a negative COVID test or alternative diagnosis, your student, and siblings, must stay home for 10 days from onset of symptoms AND have been symptom free for 24 hours.

Thank you for continuing to be vigilant as we navigate this school year together!
Charleston Gift Wrap Fundraiser

Today is the day! We are officially kicking off our fundraiser with Charleston Wrap® – and we need YOUR help! To reach our goals and make this fundraiser a success, we need everyone to do their part. Luckily, it’s super easy! Attached to this message, you’ll find a flyer with detailed instructions about how you can register online and support our goals. We appreciate all of your support and encourage you to spread the word to your friends & family, near and far! The more people who shop, the more money we can raise for our organization! Together, we can ensure our organization reaches its goal – and even surpasses it! 
Thank you for your help! 
Family Fall Fest Candy Donations

Please send to school with your student October 1-15! Thank you!
Please join us for livestream chapel Wednesdays at 8:20am at our Youtube channel via the link below:
You should have received an email about St. John's Ministries on Monday.
Inside you will find more information about the following exciting events:
St. John's School Fundraiser
Meal's To Go
Candy Donations Needed
Q-BBQ Fundraiser
Family Fall Fun Fest

You can access that email via the button below:
Walther Christian Academy Open House
Walther Christian Academy will have an In Person Open House on Thursday, October 15th at 7:00 p.m.  Families can tour the campus, meet teachers, speak with coaches, learn about scholarship and financial aid opportunities and see what it means to be a part of the Walther Family. Please help spread the word! Contact Mrs. Calleros at 708-344-0404 xt.245 or alma_calleros@waltheracademy.org with any questions. 
Due to COVID guidelines RSVP is required. 
Earn money towards next year's tuition! And support our school! Why not receive a tuition reimbursement and take care of your household shopping needs at the same time? October is here! Time to start shopping for costumes and candy, along with cooler weather clothing! If you just plan on dining out or treating yourself, take time to evaluate your shopping needs and order your TRIP cards! If you are hosting or attending any fall gatherings, start your shopping with TRIP cards.
To learn more, ask me: Amy Buonassisi (amybuonassisi@gmail.com). Here’s how it works: you buy a $25 gift card or $100 gift card for the retailer of your choice and receive that gift card AND it’s easy! You can take advantage of this program for your own family or you can donate it for another family - - it’s simple.  

We will be placing TRIP orders for your shopping needs on these upcoming dates:
·       October 13th (Tues)
·       October 19th
·       October 26th

Please text me (Amy Buonassissi) if you have an order & are coming 630-290-0268
   OR if you would like to connect with me somewhere before the order is due OR via the new app.
708-354-1690