Rondout School
847-362-2021
The Falcon Flyer - Website Edition  
January 22, 2022
Dear Rondout Families, Faculty and Friends,

It’s good to be back into the swing of things after winter break. We hope the decline in cases continues in the days ahead and we appreciate everyone’s diligence and cooperation in our mitigation efforts.  If transmission rates are reduced we hope to get the 3-5 basketball skills camp started in about two weeks. We will keep you posted and will send out a revised schedule once we confirm the new start date. We also have plans for additional extracurricular activities later in the year.

The Illinois Beach State Park field trips for K-2 and 6-8 will be virtual this week and these trips will be enhanced by a second activity presented by Mrs. Jacob. The focus of these trips will be on birds and grade level specific activities on the topic.  On February 1st, the whole school will be taking a virtual trip to the Shedd aquarium for a live Behind the Scenes Visit with the Penguins there. We were excited to be selected for this special live virtual visit. 
  
As we near the two year anniversary of COVID19, I think we can all affirm that it has not been an easy road for anyone. What stands out for me as I reflect on the impact on the last three school years is the power of our collaboration and partnership. We have navigated the ever changing challenges as a community. During these many days of COVID, we have worked together, supporting one another in order to provide our students with a safe and productive learning environment.

 I don’t think any of us will ever forget this time in our lives but I for one will always be deeply grateful for the way our entire community has come together. No one knows for sure how much longer our lives will be impacted but we do know that together we can make it through… Many thanks to all…
Take care… Be safe … Until next time
Dr. Jenny Wojcik
Schedule Changes Effective 1/10/2022
Due to the COVID surge, we will not be offering after school activities other than the BASE program until further notice. In addition all field trips will move to a virtual format to support student safety and staffing needs.
Notes from Our Principal
Ms. Elizabeth Davis
Dear Families and Staff,  

I hope that everyone in the Rondout community is healthy and doing well. During this cold winter week, our students continued to grow and learn. Classes spent time discussing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and his contributions to our nation. In addition, students participated in the winter benchmark STAR math test. This snapshot of information helps us see student growth in the area of math, and identify areas where we can continue to support our students’ math skills.  
In looking towards the month of February, there are many opportunities to celebrate with our students. Groundhog’s Day, The 100th Day of School, Valentine’s Day, and Random Act of Kindness Day are just a few of the special days we acknowledge in February. Please be on the lookout for more information about Valentine’s day festivities in the coming days.  
Our School Spelling Bee will be this upcoming Wednesday, January 26. Best of luck to all the contestants. While our spellers will be in person, our spectators will be zooming in to watch. Due to the cold weather, we have been inside for recess lately. As the temperatures rise to safe levels, please be sure students come to school with hats, gloves, and boots. If students would like to play in the snow, they should also have snow pants. Thank you for your assistance in keeping our students safe and warm while they play.  

Have a wonderful weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone next week.  
Best wishes,  
Elizabeth Davis 
SAVE THE DATE!!
SCHOOL SPELLING BEE

We will be having our all school spelling bee on Wednesday, January 26th at 9:00 a.m. This year’s bee will be virtual for everyone except our contestants and judges. A zoom link will be sent prior to the bee so classrooms and families can watch and cheer on our spellers.

Please reach out to Ms. Grossman at (847) 362-2021 ext. 609 with any questions.

Thank you!
Early Dismissal Friday January 28, 2022
Friday January 28th is an early dismissal day. K-2 students will be dismissed at 11 a.m. and 3-8 students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Staff will be working for the remainder of the day on professional development and curriculum planning. Please make a note of the change in the schedule. Parents who are picking up students may opt to pick up their 3-8 students when their K-2 students are dismissed if they notify the office.
SAVE THE DATE!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Kids Heart Challenge is virtually coming to Rondout 2/4/2022 - 2/25/2022!

We are SO excited to partner with the American Heart Association to help our students start developing ways to keep their whole hearts healthy for their whole lives and to help spread the mission and the message of the AHA!

Want to get a jump start on keeping that heart of yours healthy?
Can't wait to celebrate happy, healthy hearts!
Shield Testing will be Tuesday mornings starting at 8:00 a.m.
  • Please remember you must refrain from eating or drinking or brushing your teeth 45 minutes prior to testing
Find a free COVID Testing Site:
We have revised this information due to concerns regarding recent issues with pop-up fraudulent testing sites. Checking with your own medical provider and or use the testing locator on the Lake County Health Department Site will provide you with more reliable information. The link is provided here.
Lake County Health Department
Testing Locator
Grades 3-8 ISLIPS Data Review
with Dr. Wojcik and Ms. Davis
Individual Student Learning Improvement Plans will be mailed home this week. Please click below to sign up for a time to review your child's ISLIP with Dr. Wojcik and Ms. Davis.
Student Lunch
Lunch+Milk $3.15
Milk Only $0.40
Lunch Menu
week of 1/24/2022
MONDAY
Mac-n-Cheese Peas
TUESDAY
Chicken Mandarin Tortilla/Rice/Lettuce Chow Mein Noodles Mandarins Rice Krispy Treat
WEDNESDAY
Turkey/Cheese Subs Goldfish
THURSDAY
Chicken Fingers
Green Beans Jell-O
FRIDAY
No Lunch
Early Dismissal
Milk is included with Hot Lunch
Vegetarian Option Available Daily
Menu Subject to Change without Notice
Order the Rondout 2022 Yearbook securely online via the link below!
The final date to order is April 8th
Wednesday Evenings
8:00-8:30 p.m.
Rondout PTSA
Capturing Learning
Looking Ahead
January 26 K-2 Illinois Beach State Park Virtual Field Trip
January 27 6-8 Illinois Beach State Park Virtual Field Trips
January 28 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 11:30 a.m. & 3-8 @ 11:30 p.m.
February 1 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 2:00 p.m. & 3-8 @ 2:30 p.m.
February 1 K-8 Virtual Field Trip - Behind the Scenes - Penguins at the Shedd
February 15 Board of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m.
February 21 Presidents Day - No School
March 1 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 2:00 p.m. & 3-8 2:30 p.m.
March 15 Board of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m.
March 25 Early Dismissal K-2 @ 2:00 p.m. & 3-8 2:30 p.m.
March 28 - April 1 No School - Spring Break
April 4 Classes Resume
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Happy Birthday to our students who are celebrating 
birthdays this month!

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