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The Skokie School Home Scoop
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Dear Skokie Community,
I hope you all were able to get outside and take advantage of the warmth and beauty that this weekend brought. We have a busy week of learning ahead of us as we prepare to send the students off to Spring Break on Friday.
I have been so proud of our students and the way in which they have adapted to the uniqueness of this school year. As we anticipate transitioning to a full day of in-person school in April, some students will be excited and ready for this change. Other students will be apprehensive about a change in the middle of the year. Students may worry about how they will manage being at school for a longer day, away from the comforts of home. Others may be concerned about how they will get to know the "new" students in their advisory.
All of these feelings are completely normal. The best way we can support our children through this transition is by acknowledging their feelings and letting them know we are here to support them. I would recommend finding a time over Spring Break to connect with your child about this topic and try to get a sense of your child's sentiments about transitioning to a new schedule. If you unearth any emotions that will help us to support your child through the transition, please reach out to let us know how your child is feeling.
Take care,
Betty Weir Louis Kotvis
Principal Assistant Principal
Climbing Club is Back for Current 6th Graders (by Advisory)
We are happy to announce that our 6th graders will have the opportunity to participate in Climbing Club for 2 sessions during April or May. Please visit this link to learn more about Climbing Club. Winnetka Public Schools Foundation Phone-A-Thon Please take a moment to learn more about how you can support the Winnetka Public Schools Foundation through their Phone-A-Thon by viewing this flyer.
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District News
Per updated health department guidance, children under the age of 18 are NO LONGER exempt if they traveled with adults who have received a negative COVID-19 test. Children who travel to an orange state must provide a negative test result or quarantine for 10 days; we no longer accept/need adult testing results.
Please refer to this link to access the full travel guidance.
Registration Open for Township COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic--April 2, 3, 4 & 10
New Trier Township School Districts are partnering with NorthShore Clinical Labs to host free COVID-19 PCR testing for students, families, staff, and community members. Test results are expected within 24-48 hours from time of testing. Per the most current travel guidance, children under the age of 18 are not exempt from the travel order and must follow PCR testing or quarantine requirements if they travel.
LOCATION
Marie Murphy School Gymnasium
2921 Illinois Road, Wilmette
Those interested in receiving a test must register in advance and complete a laboratory requisition form.
Please contact Northshore Clinical Labs at (773) 570-6510 with any questions.
Structuring Your Student's Time on Devices: Resources & Parent Survey
On Thursday, March 18, the Winnetka Parents Institute had a presentation titled "Structuring Your Student's Time on Devices". This was a presentation in a three part series that is focused on educating parents on technology for their students. Session two will focus on developing digital citizens and the third session will provide ways to work with your student on understanding their digital footprint. All of the videos, resources and step by step tutorials are provided on our Digital Parent Workshop website here. Please also be sure to fill out the survey at the end of the presentation so we can follow up with you and provide you with the support that is needed. Please join us at the next presentation in April (date TBA)!
Adventures in Learning 2021 runs from June 14, 2021 - July 16, 2021
REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 25!
We are excited to welcome students back to in-person Adventures in Learning! This summer the structure of the program has been modified as we continue to navigate the impact of COVID--19 and prioritize the health and safety of our campers, families and staff. The in-person program options being offered adhere to the District's current mitigation plan and successful student cohort and pod framework.
The Primary Program, for children Pre-K (4 years old by June 1st, 2021) and K - 1st Grade (5 years old by September 1st, 2021) will be housed at Crow Island School. The program is held Monday - Friday, beginning at 8:35 a.m. and ending at 11:30 a.m. The General Program, for grades 2-8, will be held at the Carleton Washburne School. To protect the health and safety of our students and staff and minimize the need for cohort quarantines, up to 4 distinct courses will be grouped together to create a "pod." This is a change from our typical program structure where students select individual 40 minute classes. Implementing this change allows for cohorts of students to remain intact and thus limits COVID-19 exposure while minimizing the need for and impact of exposure creating large-scale quarantines that would significantly impede a successful AIL experience. The 5-week program will be offered as a 3-week and 2-week session, to ensure campers all have the opportunity to enjoy their favorite classes. When registering parents will be asked to select two pods from the options provided. Click here to learn more and to view the course catalog for the general program.
Family Action Network (FAN)
The Alliance for Early Childhood's PANDEMIC PARENTING TOOLS & TIPS: Recognizing Anxiety and Depression in Young Children
April 8 from 7-8 p.m.
No one likes to think of young children as being anxious or depressed and yet, children experience a wide range of emotions. The pandemic has shifted experiences and supports that families are typically able to access. This leaves children and families vulnerable. Young children won't come out and say, "I'm struggling, can you help?" Instead, they act out in challenging ways. Come learn about the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety in young children, and how our own feelings can get stirred up by this topic. We'll talk about healthy vs. unhealthy struggles, and how to support our children so they can grow in their own resilience. Programming facilitated by Molly Pope, I/ECMHC, Parent Coach, and Speaker and Trainer. Register Here to attend live or have the recording emailed to you.
Access 2020-2021's District Parent Education sessions below:
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
Registration for Kindergarten and students new to The Winnetka Public Schools in 2021-2022 is now open and can be accessed from the District website. Children who will be five-years-old on or before September 1, 2021, are eligible to enroll.
The New Student Registration includes the following:
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Complete the following new student registration forms online.
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Provide proof of residency. Click here to view the list of documents that will meet these requirements. For your convenience residency documents may be uploaded during online registration.
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Provide the original or certified copy of your child(ren)'s birth certificate and a parent photo ID. Scanned copies or snapshots of these documents may be uploaded during online registration or can be submitted in-person at the District Office by appointment. Please contact the District Registrar at (847) 446-9400 or via email [email protected] for more information.
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Next spring you will receive an email from the District with a link to your child's registration. You will be asked to review the information provided in the past, answer additional questions, pay student fees, and sign up for transportation and before/after-school care at that time. Registration information will be sent to the student's primary email and home address.
Please note: children will not be considered enrolled until both the online registration and all supporting documents (steps 1-3) have been completed. We look forward to welcoming you to The Winnetka Public Schools.
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