From the desk of Principal Kathryn Anderson

School Year 23-24 - Issue 11: October 19, 2023

Things you need to know:

• Next Week's Schedule: Monday - Cycle LS; Tuesday - Cycle 78; Wednesday - Cycle 56; Thursday - Cycle 34; Friday - Cycle 12
• School Chest kicks off next week! Check out the special School Chest section for a message from Gabrielle Strouse ’25 and Bianca Tilghman ’25, our 2023 School Chest Co-Chairs.

Dear DHS staff, students, and families,

Time and again, I have celebrated the incredible individuals in our school community for uniting together during the most challenging times. Now is no different. Whether entering the doors for a day filled with classes or attending extracurricular activities, every student should feel safe, secure, and valued. 

Unfortunately, for many, there is fear in our world for simply existing. And thus, words and actions can have a profound impact on feelings of safety, security, and even value. To be clear, we do not tolerate antisemitism or any hate speech or actions. Students, please reach out to a staff member, dean, or myself if you have concerns or would like to report an incident. We take this seriously and will address it as such. 

As a school community, we can rise up and continue to support one another through respectful dialogue. We can seek to educate ourselves, empathize with others and also understand the impact of our words on others. With that in mind, I look forward to joining together, with each of you, to foster a welcoming environment for all students, especially during these difficult times.



Sincerely, 

Principal Anderson

Hello DHS Students, Parents, and Staff!

October 26th marks the first official day of School Chest 2023! School Chest is Deerfield High School’s annual charity fundraiser where the community unites to raise money for a worthy beneficiary.

This year's non-profit beneficiary is GiGi’s Playhouse Deerfield located right down the street from DHS. GiGi’s Playhouse’s lifetime commitment to families changes lives through their consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based, and career development programs for individuals (all ages) with Down syndrome, their families, and the community. GiGi’s Playhouse strives to change the world’s view on Down syndrome and pushes for acceptance of all people. 

During School Chest there are many ways to get involved either going to events, eating at your favorite restaurant, or donating money, all will help create such a meaningful impact. As School Chest is arriving very soon, here are some things to look out for:  

• Our new School Chest event, Phone-A-Thon, is happening on the first evening of School Chest (Thursday, October 26th). We will be calling parents and community members to inform of the School Chest calendar and asking for donations to our MightyCause fundraising page!
• Trunk or Treat and Drive in Movie is on Friday, October 27th at DHS in the back parking lot! Please spread the word to your younger siblings and friends that all are welcome! Trunk or Treating has no admission, just kindly accepting donations to Gigi’s Playhouse. Tickets to the Drive in Movie can be purchased ahead of time ($20 per car) at schoolchest.org or you can pay when you arrive.
• Eat at Chipotle on Saturday, October 28th from 4-8pm. 33% of the proceeds from the Deerfield Chipotle go to School Chest!
• SWEAT FOR SCHOOL CHEST: Studio Spin in Highland Park is hosting a CYCLE CLASS on Sunday, October 29th at 11am. Sign up now on schoolchest.org for $20.
• Eat at Potbelly on Wednesday, November 1st from 5-8pm. 25% of the proceeds from the Deerfield Potbelly go to School Chest!
• Sign up for RUN FOR CHANGE, our incredible 5K color run on Sunday, November 5th, at 9:00am! Buy tickets now at schoolchest.org with your friends and family, to walk or run at DHS. You won’t want to miss it.

Please visit our website schoolchest.org or our app, School Chest, for a complete calendar, links to sign up for events, and even more exciting information, or email schoolchest@gmail.com or mkaufman@dist113.org with any questions! We hope to see you at the events coming up! 

Thank you for your involvement and support,

Gabrielle Strouse ’25 and Bianca Tilghman ’25

2023 School Chest Co-Chairs

Click the link below for the 23-24 cycle calendar (subject to changes.)

Schedule for October 23-27

Monday - Cycle LS

Tuesday - Cycle 78

Wednesday - Cycle 56

Thursday - Cycle 34

Friday - Cycle 12

**Use this link to add the cycle days to your google calendar! Add this calendar.