October 25, 2021
CCSD 89 families:
 
Although we are not quite back to a normal pre-pandemic environment, it has been so nice to welcome some familiar traditions back to our schools this year. Our students are in their classrooms; clubs and athletics have started; school celebrations have returned.
 
And we’re happy to have one more essential part of schools back in the building: you! Our partnership with families and community members is critical to student success. Throughout this pandemic, your support for our schools has been so uplifting. If you are looking for other ways to get involved, there are several opportunities right now.
  • Work with us. We currently have 11 open classroom aide positions. These positions follow the school hours and calendar, and include health benefits. You can get more information here: https://bit.ly/3vWhCSd We’re also hiring substitute teachers and we’ve increased our daily pay rates. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3AV9QJ8
  • Volunteer. Consider joining the PTC or helping at any of the amazing events they organize. Fathers and father figures can sign up to be part of Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) to read and work with students. We are also looking for volunteers and donors to support the Glen Ellyn Children’s Resource Center mentoring program at Glen Crest Middle School. This incredible program provides afterschool tutoring and mentoring to students. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2stE1de
  • Public service. The district is forming an advisory Finance Committee that will review long-term plans for maintaining the district’s buildings and grounds. (See news item below for more information.) There is also a vacancy on the Board of Education after the resignation of Tim Jedlicka. If you are interested in serving in this volunteer position, you can learn more here: https://bit.ly/3FZgO3j
 
There are many more opportunities to contribute to your school. Reach out to your child’s teacher or principal if you have any questions or ideas.
 
Thank you for all that you do every day to support your students and our staff. It makes each day a little brighter for all of us.
 
Dr. Emily Tammaru
CCSD 89 Superintendent
CCSD 89 seeks community members to serve on Finance Committee
Community Consolidated School District 89 is forming an advisory Finance Committee that will review long-term plans for maintaining the district’s buildings and grounds.
 
The Finance Committee will include CCSD 89 staff members, two CCSD 89 Board Members, community members, and representatives from all five CCSD 89 schools. Anyone who is interested in volunteering to be part of the Finance Committee can fill out this form: https://forms.gle/CK9PrJZmqixjMkdd7
 
Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 3. More information: https://bit.ly/3nr3kVI
Video: How guided reading helps every single student learn
At the October 2021 Board of Education meeting, Arbor View Elementary School shared information on guided reading. Guided reading is used from kindergarten through fifth grade to help students become engaged, independent readers.

Each day, students participate in multiple stations that allow them to interact with reading and vocabulary in different ways. This system gives teachers the flexibility to meet the literacy needs of every single student. This goal aligns with the district's strategic plan.

The video below shows how guided reading works at two different grade levels.
Boosters selling poinsettias, wreaths to support music students
You can support musicians at all CCSD 89 schools by ordering poinsettias, mumsettias, wreaths, garlands, or evergreen decorations from the CCSD 89 Music Boosters.

Orders for wreaths and greens must be submitted by October 31. Orders for poinsettias and plants are due November 14. Orders can be placed from the Music Boosters website: www.ccsd89mba.com

Thank you, Board Member Tim Jedlicka
At the October 18 Board of Education meeting, Board President Tim Jedlicka resigned after more than 10 years on the Board. He is stepping down because his family is moving out of state.

We thank Tim Jedlicka for more than a decade of tireless and selfless volunteer service to the CCSD 89 students, staff, and community.

CCSD 89 is accepting applications to fill the vacancy. Anyone interested in being considered for the appointment must submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and a candidate information form. More info: https://bit.ly/3FZgO3j
Blood drive: November 3 at Glen Crest
The next blood drive will be 2 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3, at Glen Crest Middle School, 725 Sheehan Avenue, Glen Ellyn. The community is welcome to donate.

Learn more about donating blood at www.ccsd89.org/blood Future blood drives are scheduled for Glen Crest on January 19, 2022; March 16, 2022; May 11, 2022; August 24, 2022; and November 2, 2022.
Halloween reminders
Students can dress up for Halloween at school this year. Student costumes should be non-violent. No students should bring a pretend weapon to school.

Students will still need to wear their COVID-19 mask in school. Please see your principal's weekly newsletter for more information about your school's celebration.
Upcoming events

October 27: Evening conferences for middle school
November 4: Evening conferences for middle school
November 11: First trimester ends
November 15: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.
November 18: Evening conferences for elementary