December 11, 2020

​​​​​​​Grande Reserve Elementary School Families,

Second quarter has sure flown by! Please see the Lexia home support below if you have a child using Lexia as an intervention. If you aren't sure, please ask your child and/or their teacher.

We are wrapping up Winter Benchmarking using MAP. You can help by making sure your child(ren) eats a balanced breakfast and talk with them about the importance of taking their time to do their best!

We want to stay in school so please practice safe social distancing, limited travel, and mask wearing any time you are out of the house! If anyone in the home is exhibiting COVID related symptoms or is awaiting test results, please remember to keep all children/siblings who attend schools in the district home as well!

As we continue to settle into this school year, I encourage our students and parents to communicate with me regarding any concerns or suggestions you have to improve our school community. I also encourage you to become an active member of the GRES family—follow us on social media (@115gres), participate in GRES and PTO activities, and recognize our dedicated employees and incredible students with positive thoughts and messages (any messages I receive are passed on to the staff)!

Sincerely,
Michele Breyne
GRES Principal
Staff & Teacher Feature

"Ms. Nanni's positive energy and kindness have made a huge difference in the life of my son! He hops out of bed every morning to go to school and always has stories to tell about the fun he has with Ms. Nanni. We are so grateful for all of her hard work, expertise, and care!" 

 "Mrs. Popp has been amazing during these first few months. She has a great balance between holding students accountable for their studies and having the right amount of empathy for the times we are going through. Her patience is appreciated, she’s willing to assess each week what the kids need to learn (or re-learn) and adjust her plans to make sure they’re getting the education they deserve. My daughter comes home every night talking about the book they are reading together in class, it’s good to see her excited about some of the classics. Thank you Mrs. Popp!"
COPING WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY DURING THE PANDEMIC 
Wednesday 12.16.20
7-8:30pm 


Learn ways to help your child cope with stress and anxiety.

Join the presentation by School Psychologist Kristina Paruolo and School Social Worker Lisa Bertelotti to learn more.
Some of our students were able to Zoom with Lin Oliver & Henry Winkler this week!
We didn't know Lin produced Harry & the Hendersons! So cool!

Here are some photos of the event.

Here is the order form for those who would like to buy autographed book(s).
Orders and payment are due December 15th; checks made out to GRES PTO if not paying cash.
Support for Families K-5:
Using Lexia® Core5® Reading at Home

In this webinar, Professional Learning Facilitators will instruct families of elementary learners (grades preK-5) on how to:
  • Get set up and started with Core5
  • Support childrens' learning at home
  • Track progress and extend learning 




Support for 6th Grade Families:
Using Lexia® PowerUp Literacy® at Home

In this webinar, Professional Learning Facilitators will instruct families of adolescent learners (grades 6-12) on how to:
  • Get set up and started with PowerUp
  • Support childrens' learning at home
  • Track progress and extend learning

      VER EN ESPAÑOL     
Press Release: December 2020 Yorkville Public Library Youth Services Department

Yorkville Public Library has gone to regular operating hours. Face coverings must be worn in the building. Curbside service is available for those not wishing to enter the Library. The Library is open:
Monday–Thursday 10:00am-7:00pm,
Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, and
Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm.

Every Monday in December at Yorkville Public Library - CRAFTS TO GO!  
Stop by the library for a craft kit. These kits are available each Monday in the library foyer while supplies last. Weekly themes for craft kits include winter, Christmas, and more.  Limit one kit per child.  

Every Friday on YPL Facebook - DROP IN STORY TIME (virtual) 
Each Friday morning watch Ms Jennette read a story on Yorkville Public Library Facebook.  

Virtual 3-D Printing 
Leah English provides a step by step tutorial on how to use Tinkercad. Tinkercad is an easy to use 3D CAD design tool, where you can create an object that we can print on our 3D printer. Check out the library's website to link to the YPL YouTube channel, follow the steps to create your own 3D printed piece. Prints cost $0.20 per gram. 

Tuesday, December 1 and 15 at 2:45 at Yorkville Public Library - TAG (TEEN ADVISORY GROUP)
Teens in grades 8-12 get together to share ideas about the teen area in the library. They help create and plan programs. This group also has opportunities to earn volunteer hours. Great chance to meet new people and have some fun and laughs. * Face masks and social distancing are required. 

Thursday, December 3 and 17 - STEM at Home 
Follow along with Ms. Jennette to create projects using common household items. Check out Facebook and YPL YouTube channel for the instructional video.  

Friday, December 4 and 18 at 10:30am at Yorkville Public Library - DROP IN STORY TIME (at YPL) 
Join us at YPL for Drop In Story Time with Ms. Jennette. This story time will be held in our large meeting room, the Michelle Pfister Room. Face masks and social distancing are required. 

Tuesday, December 8 and 22 at 4:30pm at the Yorkville Public Library - BOOK CLUB for 3rd and 5th Grades
In this two session book club, the participants will receive the book on December 8. Then it will be discussed at the following session on December 22. Please register for both days on the YPL website. * Face masks and social distancing are required. 

Thursday, December 10 and 17 at 4:30pm at the Yorkville Public Library - BOOK CLUB for 1st and 2nd Grades
In this two session book club, we will read the book,“Stanley’s Christmas Adventure” by Jeff Brown. This is an easy reader chapter book. Please register for both days on the YPL website. Face masks and social distancing are required.

Holiday Concert Information

  • All K-6 full day face-to-face students will be involved

  • Winter Holiday Concert Drive-In at GRES Front Parking Lot

  • 5:30, 6:30, or 7:30pm

  • Stay tuned for more details! :)
Future Important Dates:
12/15 - PTO Meeting
12/16 - Winter Holiday Concert Drive-In at GRES Front Parking Lot
12/18 - GRES students released at 2:35pm
12/21-1/3/21 - NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
1/4/21 - Return to School
1/26/21 - PTO Meeting 4:30pm
Staff & Teacher Feature
We would like to add a special section to our weekly newsletters but we need your help! Each week we would like to give a special "shoutout" to a GRES teacher. Students or parents can nominate a teacher to be included in our "Teacher Feature" section of the weekly newsletter by sharing a reason(s) why they make school a wonderful place to be! Your input can be shared by completing the digital submission form or you can print our paper copy and have your child turn it into the office at school. Thank you for your support, we are looking forward to sharing your responses!

You can either email it to: mbreyne@y115.org or
Hybrid Headlines
Please reference previous newletters for information regarding opportunities for our hybrid and e-learning students to participate in events at the Outdoor Education Center located at Hoover Forest Preserve in Yorkville.

In addition to your child coming to school there is an expected two hours of learning that are taking place at home also. Teachers have shared this information in Google Classroom or SeeSaw, depending on the grade of your child. If your child is struggling with their independent work at home, please contact your child's teacher for assistance or modifications. If your child is not completing their afternoon work, it will be marked as a partial absence.
E-Learning Exclusive
Please reference previous newletters for information regarding opportunities for our hybrid and e-learning students to participate in events at the Outdoor Education Center located at Hoover Forest Preserve in Yorkville.

Please ensure your child(ren) is fully clothed when attending Zoom meetings.

Attendance is mandatory on all zoom lessons. This is the time your child is receiving his or her direct instruction. Please make sure your child attends every zoom session or they will be marked absent. Attendance and truancy are still being monitored in all learning formats.
Nurse's Nook
If you will be traveling outside of the Continental US, please notify the office ASAP, as all family members will need to quarantine for 14 days upon return.

Please remember we are following the IDPH guidelines as we continue to make decisions in the best interest of our students and staff.

If anyone in the home is exhibiting COVID related symptoms, please remember to keep all children/siblings who attend schools in the district home as well!

Dental exams are due May 15, 2021 for all Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grade students.
PTO Information
PTO Meeting 12/15 @ 7:00pm; join the Zoom meeting
Meeting ID: 909 645 1872
Passcode: cXY0sJ

Upcoming PTO Meetings: PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN SOME OF THE TIMES!!!
December 15, 2020 @ 7:00pm
January 26, 2021 @ 4:30pm
February 23, 2021 @ 7:00pm
March 16, 2021 @ 4:30pm
April 27, 2021 @ 7:00pm
May 11, 2021 @ 4:30pm
Yorkville Education Foundation Updates
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