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Westmoor Families,
It's been a chilly week, and we've had to shift a few recesses indoors due to the extremely low temperatures. I want to remind families that we go outside for most of the winter, so please send students with the proper gear to stay warm.
Information was sent out this week regarding parent/teacher conferences. Please sign up for a time to learn more about your student's progress to date. While you are in, remember to stop by the PTO Book Fair for a great selection of books to purchase!
We complete our Plastic Challenge this Sunday. Remember to use the Google form to input the amount of single-use plastic reduced this week. Joey will analyze all the data next week and be back on Monday, February 13, to share the results. Also, please send one clean piece of plastic with your student on Monday, as we will use it in a sculpture in the Westmoor garden.
We have our last evening Westmoor PTO Meeting on Wednesday, February 8, at 6:30 via Zoom. Please join us using the link below.
https://northbrook28-net.zoom.us/j/87810263792?pwd=ZmFIOTNuVjgwVTNxMjBZc2p0RkFSZz09
Meeting ID: 878 1026 3792
Passcode: 771666
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MONDAY 2/6
- Marla's lunch - Jade Chinese Cafe
- ORDER DEADLINE for Punky Cakes Valentine's Day cupcake!! Order on the PTO website
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TUESDAY 2/7
- Marla's lunch - Corner Bakery
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WEDNESDAY 2/8
- Marla's lunch - Culver's
- 5th grade MAP testing
- WM PTO Meeting via Zoom ONLY @ 6:30pm
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THURSDAY 2/9
- Pizza Day
- 5th grade MAP Testing
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FRIDAY 2/10
- Marla's lunch - Viccino's
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Upcoming MAP Testing Schedule:
Students are continuing to finish up the Winter MAP testing. MAP reports will be sent home at the end of the month after the testing window has closed.
Fifth Grade: Feb 8 & 9
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Parent-Teacher Conferences:
Conferences will be held on February 15th and 16th. As in the fall, we will offer parents the opportunity to meet with teachers in-person or via Zoom. The conference scheduler is now open. Please note, if you will be out of town on the 15th and 16th and would like to have a conference, please select the Zoom option or contact your child's teacher to schedule a phone call during the allotted conference times.
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Absence Communication
Whenever your child will be absent from school, we please ask that you email both their teacher AND wmattendance@northbrook28.net. You may also follow the same procedures if your child will be late, leaving early or a change in plans before 2:00pm. Thanks for your help!
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VALENTINE’S DAY, BUY A TREAT, GIVE A TREAT!
Our annual “buy a treat, give a treat” is back! This year we are supporting a D28 parent, Punky Cakes! Each cupcake is $5.
Log onto the Westmoor PTO website and place an order for a cupcake for yourself and/or the teachers and staff at Westmoor! Choose from Chocolate, Vanilla, Birthday Cake, or Gluten Free Chocolate cupcake! The cupcakes will be individually wrapped and we will deliver the cupcakes at lunch!
Our goal is to treat the entire staff to delicious cupcakes! Any additional funds generated from the fundraiser will go towards funding Coping Kits from CATCH and the HOH scholarship fund.
Buy Punky Cakes Here and ORDER BY FEBRUARY 6th!
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Volunteers Needed for the Upcoming BOOK FAIR in February! Please sign up on the link below:
Our book fair is back, in person, during conferences(Feb 15th-16th)! Please sign up to help set up, assist students, assist sales, or tear down after the event!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F4CA8AA2FA1FE3-book
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Science Fair
Calling all young & aspiring scientists! The Westmoor Science Fair will take place on Friday, February 24th, 6:00-7:00 PM in the Westmoor gym. All students grades K-5 are welcome to participate. Please RSVP via the link below!
RSVP for the Science Fair
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Wolves Outing!
Join Westmoor students, families, and friends at a Chicago Wolves hockey game on Sunday, February 19 at 3pm as the Wolves battle the Cleveland Monsters. Each person who attends will receive a FREE Chicago Wolves hat. Our school name will also appear on the LED matrix boards throughout the game. Everyone from Westmoor will be seated in the same section. Tickets are $25/each. The link to buy tickets: https://fevo.me/westmoorschoolday
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PTO Upcoming Dates and Events!
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February 6th- ORDER DEADLINE for Punky Cakes Valentine's Day cupcake!! Order on the PTO website!
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February 8th-6:30pm PTO Meeting via ZOOM only
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February 14th- Valentine’s Day Parties (K-4 @ 2:45pm)
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February 15-16th-Book Fair during Parent-Teacher Conferences!
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February 19th : 3pm Chicago Wolves Game Fundraiser!
Sign up here - https://fevo.me/westmoorschoolday
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February 24th – 6:00pm Science Fair!
If you want to know more about your PTO and want to get involved, email wmpto28@gmail.com.
Lindsey Baker and Diana Horwitz
PTO Co-Presidents
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MONDAY 2/13
- Marla's lunch - California Pizza Kitchen
- Parent-Teacher Conference Registration closes at 7:00pm
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TUESDAY 2/14
- Marla's lunch - Panera
- Valentine's Day Parties (K-4) - 2:45-3:30pm
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WEDNESDAY 2/15
- Marla's lunch - Little Louie's
- Book Fair Open - 3:45-7:30pm
- Parent-Teacher Conferences - 4:30-7:30pm
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THURSDAY 2/16
- EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:00PM
- Book Fair Open - 12:15-8:00pm
- Parent-Teacher Conferences - 1:00-8:00pm
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FRIDAY 2/17
- INSTITUTE DAY - NO SCHOOL
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MONDAY 2/20
- PRESIDENT'S DAY - NO SCHOOL
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Parents Invited to Take Survey | |
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District 28 and our school principals invite you to participate in the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This opportunity allows you to share your views on important elements of school effectiveness.
Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey will be conducted through March 31. To take the survey please visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin.
For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view previous years’ Reports, please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact UChicago Impact Client Services at 1-866-440-1874 or impact-surveys@uchicago.edu.
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It is time to begin thinking about the 2023-24 school year, especially for our kindergartners. Children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2023 should be enrolled for the 2023-24 school year.
All registration will be conducted online Feb. 6 - Feb. 10.
To begin the process, please visit the kindergarten registration webpage. There you will find complete instructions on preparing documents and completing forms necessary for registration. You may register your child beginning at 8 a.m. on February 6, 2023.
If you have any questions about kindergarten or the registration process, please contact Tracy Ferraro. If you know of someone with a child of this age within District 28 boundaries, please share this information with them.
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District 28 invites local non-profit organizations and community government agencies to promote events for families and children. Each week, some events are highlighted in the newsletter. View the complete list of events on the Virtual Backpack web page. To submit an event, please email the web-friendly flier to Terry Ryan, Communications Director. All fliers are subject to approval. | |
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Northbrook Cultural Fair Feb. 26
The Northbrook Community Commission Presents a Cultural Fair from 3 to 5 p.m. on February 26 at the North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road.
The event will bring together a variety of cultural organizations in the area to celebrate the cultural backgrounds of Northbrook residents. Come out to enjoy dances, musical acts, art displays, food (samples), and arts & crafts! Admission is free and open to all ages.
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More than ever, our kids are navigating drama amongst peers and friends. It's difficult to escape due to technology and social media, and it can have a significant impact on their mental health. Join CATCH and learn how to help your child navigate different scenarios, when to step up, and when to step back. for a Lunch & Learn online conversation at noon on February 21. Register today.
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Jr. Football & Cheer Registration Open
Registration is now open for Northbrook Jr. Spartan Football and Cheer Spring 2023 programs, including 7-on-7, Co-Ed Flag, Girls Flag, and Cheer. Learn more by visiting Jr. Spartan website.
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Spring Softball for 2nd through 9th grade
Registration through Feb. 17th for the Northbrook Girls Softball Spring 2023 House League Season! NGSA’s House League accepts girls in 2nd through 9th grade regardless of experience or ability. The main priorities of the league are having fun while participating in low-pressure softball instruction. Visit our website for information and registration.
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Bluehawks Parents Night Out Fundraiser
Come out and support the Northbrook Bluehawks Hockey Club for their first annual Parent Social and Fundraiser.
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Location: Studio One, Highland Park
Time: 7-11 p.m.
The event will feature Radio Gaga—a Queen and Lady Gaga cover band offering a full concert-like experience, cocktails, ‘Taste of Northbrook’ catered dinner from GrillHouse, Kamehatchi, Little Louie’s, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Crumbl and ice cream, silent auction with big-ticket items: a Grand Cayman getaway, rare and valuable sports memorabilia, local business gift cards, designer sunglasses, Bluehawks merch, fun and creative themed basket gifts, Park City, Utah summer getaway, Chicago sports tickets and more.
Buy Tickets
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