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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One School Year Ends, The Next Begins on August 24, 2022 (Grades K-8) |
As we wind down this school year, we remind you the last days for student attendance are as follows: June 1 (Grade 8), June 6 (PreK), and June 8 (Grades K-7).
The 2022-2023 school year will begin for students on August 24, 2022. You can see the 2022-2023 calendar on our website. Although we are wrapping up this current school year, it is never too early to prepare for the next regarding school supplies, school meals, and after-school care and activities:
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School Supplies: Like this current school year, there will be no supply lists for families to purchase from or fees for school supplies for the 2022-2023 school year! All classrooms will be equipped with instructional supplies and materials for student learning as needed throughout the school year. In addition, all supplies will continue to be provided to students in early childhood programs. Participation fees will continue to be collected as necessary. Scholarships may be available for certain participation fees by contacting your child's school.
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Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Available in August: Based on current information, the USDA waiver that provides free school meals for all students will not be available next school year. Families who believe they qualify for free or reduced-price school meals must complete an application as soon as it's available in August for meal benefits for the 2022-2023 school year. There are additional benefits to applying that include free or reduced-price school fees, summer programming, internet access, and more! More information will be available when the application opens in early August.
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Before and After School Childcare Registration: There are two options available for before and after-school child care for D65 students through District 65 School Age Child Care (SACC) and Right at School (RAS). Both programs offer child care on-site and options for care on school improvement days as well as when there is no school due to parent-teacher conferences for an additional fee. Fall registration is open and is ongoing with limited space available at all elementary and magnet schools. No busing options are available. For more info on School Age Child Care visit the SACC web page or for more info on Right at School visit www.rightatschool.com.
Stay tuned for more information throughout the summer months. We hope you take time to relax and rejuvenate over the next few months!
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ETHS and Washington Student Pen Pals Meet and Play Some Basketball |
Earlier this month, the Evanston Township High School Boys' and Girls' basketball teams along with Coach Mike Ellis and Coach Brittany Johnson visited two Washington classrooms. After several pen pal letters back and forth between the students throughout the season, the Washington Elementary third graders in Ms. Siebert's and Mr. Krueger's classes got to meet the teams and play a little basketball! The students loved the opportunity to meet one another and have some fun! |
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Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month with Indigenous Crafts |
May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. In celebration, the Cultural Crafts Club at Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, facilitated by Special Education Teaching Assistant Linda Matsumoto, shared knowledge about how indigenous crafts are an integral part of ancestral cultures. Club participants created Asian American craft pieces, including origami cranes, beaded keychains, and Washi paper-covered keepsake boxes. This club was made possible through a Foundation 65 grant to fund the after-school program.
Club leader, Linda Matsumoto, has been elected as the Ethnic Minority Representative for the National Education Association Education Support Professional Council for a three-year term. She recently presented a workshop about Asian American stereotypes at the NEA Asian Pacific Islander Caucus Leadership Conference and as part of D65’s History Maker Series earlier this school year. Linda will also be presenting ‘AAPI Issues and Identity’ at the Skokie Public Library on Sunday, June 5 from 1-2pm via Zoom. Check it out!
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Camp Night Survey: Exploring Options for Fifth-Grade Camp |
Prior to the pandemic, fifth-grade students across D65 participated in an overnight camp experience focused on outdoor education at Camp Timber-lee. In case you missed our discussion last week about finding alternative camp ideas, check out these slides to catch up, and then be sure to complete the camp survey with your thoughts and ideas!
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High Five! May Recipient: Karen Barbour |
Congratulations to D65 licensed staff member Karen Barbour, one of the recipients of the May High Five! Celebrating Excellence in District 65 Award. Karen is an ESL Educator at Dewey Elementary School and was nominated by a D65 family member who shared, “Karen Barbour has been there for both of my children in teaching English and for emotional support. The time my child spends with Ms. Barbour is always full of fun and energy. The way she allows the students to let go and have fun while learning is a pleasure. She prepared little goodie bags on special occasions for both of my children (even before my younger child started seeing her in school). The fun she puts into learning English and the confidence she gives the children are amazing.”
Thank you, Karen, for your commitment and for going above and beyond to engage our students.
D65 May monthly award recipients were recognized at the May 23 Board of Education meeting and received a $100 gift card from sponsorship provided by Byline Bank and a framed certificate.
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