Congratulations to our Math team of Augie Sterritt, Greta Lyle, Tara Shah, Nola Williams, Vera Chizzo, and David Blackman. They competed at the Fenwick math competition on Monday and finished 5th out of 23 schools in the private school league division! Augie Sterritt placed 5th out of 192 competitors and David Blackman finished in the top 20. We are so proud of you all!
Preparations have begun for our 1st-8th grade Children’s Christmas Eve service. We need every parent in 1st-8th grade to complete this Christmas Eve participation form for each of your children by Monday so that we can finalize plans for this special service. If you have not already done so, please take time this weekend to complete the form, even if your student will not be participating. More information on the service can be found at https://graceschoolrf.org/. Click on Christmas Eve in the banner at the top.
Report cards for the first trimester are being sent home with students today.
Have a great weekend!
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Grace in need of some volunteers to help at dismissal as a crossing guard. This would be a once-a-week commitment from 2:55 - 3:15. If you are interested, please call the school office at 708-366-6901 or email office@graceriverforest.org.
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Calling all Photographers |
if you have any favorite photos that you captured at Grace sporting events, activities, dances, or class parties please send them to kkoehne@graceriverforest.org so the Yearbook staff can choose the best photos to include in the 2022/23 Yearbook. Also, 8th grade parents, please send in a favorite baby photo of your soon to be graduate so we can include that in the Yearbook as well. You might want to get your 8th graders approval, or maybe not! 😊
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We are looking for a gently used individual trampoline with a handrail to support some of our students. If anyone has one that they are ready to get rid of we would appreciate it. Thank you. Please contact Karla Koehne at kkoehne@graceriverforest.org.
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The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Grace! |
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The book fair will be held from Nov. 28th - Dec. 2nd . Students will be visiting the book fair during the week. Parent can visit during the hours below.
Parent hours to visit the Book Fair:
- Monday: 3pm-4pm
- Tuesday: 8-9am
- Wednesday: 8-9am and 6-7pm
- Thursday:8-9am and 2:30-6pm
- Friday: 8-9am and 2:30-6pm
Don’t forget to sign up for eWallet! A safe cashless option for students in grades 1-8 to shop the Book Fair.
Students can purchase items with cash, or you can also set up an EWallet for them. EWallet is a safe cashless option to shop the book fair. This digital payment option can be used at the school Book Fair or online at the Virtual Book Fair.
Can’t make it in person? Consider checking out the Virtual Fair and get a jump–start on shopping.
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Volunteer at the Book Fair - November 28 to December 2
We need some adult volunteers to help during the parent shopping hours for the book fair, please sign up if you're able!
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Pizza Fundraiser - November 29 |
Save the date for our Lou Malnatis fundraiser! Available at the Oak Park, Elmhurst and Broadview locations. More details coming soon! |
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The entire SK class and their parents are invited to Mrs. Pederson’s 1st Grade classroom for “A Night in the Trees”. This will take place on Thursday, December 1st from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. This fun family night will include a story, craft, STEM activity, and a snack. Email Ana Garcia to let us know that you’re coming! agarcia@graceriverforest.org
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All parents are invited to attend a parent information session on Monday, December 5 at 7:00pm at Grace. The topic is Cyber Safety and will be led by Officer Ransom, our school resource officer from the River Forest Police Dept. |
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Ladies Night Ornament Exchange - Thursday, December 8, 7-9pm |
Join us for a Mom's night Christmas mixer. Please bring an ornament to exchange. Festive drinks and snacks will be served.
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Faculty/Staff Christmas Gifts |
It is our tradition to show our appreciation to faculty and staff by giving them a monetary gift collected from the families of our students at Christmas. You will receive a hard copy in the Tuesday folder next week, but you can also find one here. If you wish to participate all gifts are due on Friday, December 9.
Thank you,
The Room Parents
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On Saturday, December 3, Carolers from Grace will be a part of Wonderfest in Oak Park. Another opportunity is available Sunday, December 18. |
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Flu and cold season is upon us!! When your child is absent for any reason, please call 708-366-6901 or email office@graceriverforest.org to report your child's absence.
COVID protocol/Returning to school after an illness: For COVID symptoms (which vary greatly) a negative COVID test is required with in 24 hours of their return to school. An at home test is fine. Please mark the test with their name and the date. Email a picture of this negative test to office@graceriverforest.org. Thank you.
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This week, we’re bringing you a recap of our Girls Volleyball Season! Read about what they accomplished and look at some fun photos on the Grace blog!
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Want to learn more about Walther Christian Academy?
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Sign up for their Open House.
February 2nd - 7 pm
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Our mission at Grace Lutheran Church and School is to bring in, build up, and send out disciples for Jesus Christ.
Our school prepares children for a life of discipleship by helping them to grow in faith, knowledge, and character.
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Grace Lutheran Church and School | 708-366-6900 | www.graceriverforest.org |
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