Panther Post

September 11, 2020
Message From the Principal

Dear Sullivan Families,

Happy Friday! What a rainy week it has been. On these dreary days, seeing the students' faces really brightens my day. At Sullivan, we have been working on brightening the hallways with our students' smiles, even in their physical absence. Students are submitting smiling selfies to Mrs. Espinos, and she is creating posters to hang outside of each classroom. If your child has not sent her a selfie, they can still do so at nespinos@d23.org. I emailed the students a reminder this afternoon as well. The pictures of a few of the posters-in-progress are below!

Last week, Dr. Angelaccio sent out a parent survey to gather feedback about the start of the school year in District 23. Your voice is critical as we plan for both improvement of our current remote learning structure and plan for future instruction. Click the link below this letter so your voice can be heard.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Warmly,

Traci Meziere
Principal
Anne Sullivan School
Quick Links to Important Information
Book Check Out Coming Soon!!!!
More information and this flier with live links will come home via SeeSaw next week
Virtual Curriculum Night Presentations
If you missed our Curriculum Night Presentations, they are still available for viewing!
Sullivan Snapshots
Our students recognized Patriot Day today by wearing Red, White and Blue. We talked about the importance of the events of September 11, 2001 on our morning announcements, and Mrs. Yager and Ms. Meziere shared a virtual read aloud with all of the classes. Click here to see the read aloud.

The 5th Grade Team kicked off the Explorer Group Research Project with a little fun! Teachers created example videos from the point of view of Christopher Columbus. Students are researching, treading and creating presentations to share with the class.
Virtual Band Field Trip
On Tuesday, September 22, five members of the United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" will be meeting virtually after school with band students from MacArthur and Sullivan to talk to them about their jobs as band musicians, members of the Army, how their musical experience in band led them to where they are now, as well as demonstrate on their instruments and work with a few students. 

The United States Army Band based out of Washington, DC and is one of the nation's premier military bands. Their goal is to "provide musical support for the leadership of the United States, to include all branches of government, and to a wide spectrum of national and international events in order to connect the Army to the American people." More information can be found at their website: https://www.usarmyband.com/. This is a very special opportunity for our students to hear from some of the top military musicians in the United States!
Anne Sullivan Elementary School Expectations
Our core expectations of being safe, respectful, and responsible are in place whether we are learning in person or virtually. Our expectations matrix is included below for your reference. Also included are some helpful visuals that outline expected and unexpected behaviors in a virtual setting. Please review these expectations with your children.
Technology Information
Parent & Student Technology Guides: Make sure to check out our tutorials about how to use the programs and apps that we will use for instruction this year.
Weekly Food Pick Up

Just a reminder that meal distributions will be held every Wednesday, between 11-1 outside of the MacArthur Cafeteria Drive-up distributions are open to all students. Parents will be required to provide their student’s name and school location for MealTime verification. Bags will consist of five breakfasts and five lunches. MealTime accounts will be charged the per meal rate based on the student’s current eligibility under the National School Lunch Program. If you currently qualify for free meals, bags will be provided at no cost.
Important Dates
September 16: Board of Education Meeting 7PM
September 18th: Non Attendance Day
September 24th: PTO Meeting 7PM
September 28: Non Attendance Day
October 12: Non Attendance Day
October 14: Board of Education Meeting 7PM
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