This past week I had the opportunity to walk classrooms with our district leadership team. I know that when five “administrators” walk into the classroom it can be intimidating for both the teacher and the students. Beyond how remarkable the lessons were, I was more impressed with how our teachers and students respond to seeing all these faces in their room. Teachers don’t miss a beat, and students are excited to show us what they are learning. I share this as a proud principal, and perplexed dad. Because I know that when I sit down at dinner and ask my 8^th grader what he did at school, I never get that enthusiastic response…the joys of parenting teens.

Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to our food drive. We have collected several boxes of food already, but we haven’t met our goal yet. We will continue to collect through November 15^th. Please support this cause if you can. This is an opportunity to model philanthropy for great causes.

Finally, I want to encourage our students, staff, and families to fill the gym on Monday for the cross-town rivalry game against Audubon Park. We want the gym packed with green shirts and cheering fans! We are so fortunate to have talented students and coaches in all our sports programs. Even if you don’t know much about volleyball, I can promise you that the energy out on the court is easy to follow. 

Thank you for reading. 

Daniel Kempinger

Principal

Pictured very top and just below: Quail on Glenridge Good Farm!

Ten Coturnix (Japanese) quail are now at home on the farm. This was due to the efforts of Trent K. & Rayan M. Trent originally pitched the idea to Ms. Glenn (Glenridge agriscience teacher), researched what was needed, built the coop at home, procured the quail, obtained feed and supplies, and set it all up with help from his dad. Trent and Rayan will provide any needed care going forward, and they plan to sell the quail eggs when the birds begin to produce in 2-3 weeks. Pictured above is Trent with the quail habitat.