WELCOME TO THE FAST 5
A compilation of "snackable" news, announcements, and important reminders!
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What's Happening in District 65? The Fast 5 is sent weekly in English and Spanish to staff, families, and community members. Don't want to receive the Fast 5? Unsubscribe by clicking the link at the bottom of this email. Happy Reading!
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Health and Safety Update and Reminder |
At this time, masks are strongly recommended in D65 schools. Existing mitigations will continue through the end of the school year and may be expanded upon as needed. While masks indoors are not required for the general D65 community (except at Park), it is strongly recommended that they continue to be worn, especially when distancing cannot be maintained.
As advised by local health departments, it may be necessary to require masks as a preventative measure in some circumstances. Masks may temporarily be required in certain classrooms, school buses, or even grade levels if there are increased COVID-19 cases or evidence of transmission. This is all in an effort to keep students and staff in school and reduce spread.
D65 will continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 in our community and will work to ensure that any health guidelines for any upcoming in-person events are aligned with best practices for safety as outlined by the CDC and IDPH.
Thank you for your continued support and attention to our health and safety efforts!
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Black Girl Magic Mural Showcase |
On May 3, 2022, participants of the Black Girl Magic Book Club participated in the Black Girl Magic Mural Showcase, displaying participants' “Magic Mirror Mural,” representing their journey of self-discovery. Through each book club session, participants collected reflections and artifacts to contribute to their murals, a canvas with images, words, and symbols that represent their self-image, their family, their village, and their roots.
This year, some of the books read and discussed in the club included ‘Thunder Rose’ by Jerdine Nolen, ‘The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family’ by Ibtihaj Muhammad with S.K. Ali, and ‘Bayou Magic’ by Jewell Parker Rhodes.
District 65 educators Jennifer Tertulien (3rd-grade, Lincolnwood) and Jenevieve “Jenna” Arceneaux (3rd-grade, Walker) started the Black Girl Magic Book Club funded for its third year by Foundation 65, at Walker Elementary School as an action research project through SEED/Sprout to help bridge the success gap and to combat the lack of representation of characters of color in children’s books. The club is open to students in grades three through five, regardless of identity.
When Tertulien moved to Lincolnwood Elementary School, she started a second chapter. The team started the third group at Willard Elementary School in 2022. Other participating D65 facilitators include Jenica Mullins (3rd-grade, Lincoln), Pat Anderson (D65 physical therapist), Adrienne Logan (4th-grade, Lincolnwood), Khloe Battle (3rd-grade, Willard), and Kelse Horton-Irving (3rd-grade Student-Teacher, Lincolnwood).
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Math Night Grades K-5: Learn about new enhancements to our K-5 Math Curriculum! |
Join us on Tuesday, May 24, 6:30pm to learn about new enhancements in the K-5 math curriculum! The past two years have brought us lots to learn, and we are excited to share coming improvements to D65's math materials, including the introduction of i-Ready Classroom into our K-5 classrooms this Fall. These new materials are top-rated both by the District 65's K-5 Math Sub-Committee and by Ed Reports.
Come to this event to learn how we are increasing engagement within our K-5 classrooms and how we want to increase your ability as parents to stay informed and connected. The time will also include an opportunity to ask questions and give your own insights as we come to the end of this school year and prepare for the next!
Zoom info for Math Night:
May 24, 2022, 6:30-7:30pm
Meeting ID: 894 5393 9040
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D65 and Chicago Therapy Collective provide Support Group for LGBTQ+ Families |
District 65, in collaboration with Chicago Therapy Collective, is pleased to offer a new support group for LGBTQ+ families in the District. This group will be an opportunity to connect with other families, be supported, build relationships and trust together, and enjoy each other's company. Each meeting will be led by an experienced facilitator from the LGBTQ+ community to ensure that everyone has the chance to be welcomed in, heard, and held in a space of mutual respect. Time will be spent intergenerationally with parents/caregivers and students altogether, as well as in breakout groups for the opportunity to connect more deeply with peers. Opportunities to grow together and strategize around safety, community building, and wellbeing will abound. Please join us!
Zoom Meeting:
Wednesday, May 25, 2022, 7:00-8:30pm
Meeting ID: 828 2397 5936 Passcode: 358756
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FREE Developmental, Vision, and Hearing Screenings for Ages 0-3 |
Do you have questions about your child’s development? Are you concerned that your child is not doing things other children their age are doing? If so, developmental screenings may help.
On Saturday, May 21, 2022, from 9:30 to 11:30am, the D65 Family Center will host FREE developmental, vision, and hearing screenings for families with children ages 0-3 that live within District 65 boundaries. Screenings will take place at the Joseph E. Hill Education Center, 1500 McDaniel Ave, Evanston in the JEH Gym, Entrance #4 (near the parking lot off of Lake St.).
The benefits of developmental screenings include:
- Screenings provide information to support your child’s development.
- The screenings will help caregivers monitor the areas of speech/language, social/emotional, hearing, and vision.
Please allow 30 minutes for the screenings, no appointments are necessary. For more information call 847-859-8968 or email evansk2@district65.net.
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Evanston/Skokie School District 65 |
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