Fernway Flash
Kindergarten Edition
We are thrilled to welcome you and your child to a new chapter at Fernway School. We are excited to embark on this educational journey with you as we nurture your child's growth and development.
Here at Fernway we are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where your child can learn, explore, and flourish. Throughout the year we will focus on fostering social skills, independence, creativity, and a love for learning.
Communication between home and school is essential, and we encourage you to reach out with any questions or concerns. We believe in a strong partnership between the home and the school to ensure the best possible experience for your child.
We're looking forward to a wonderful year ahead filled with growth and memorable moments. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. Together, we'll create a foundation for lifelong learning.
Mrs. Hutchinson
Fernway School Principal
KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP
Fernway's Kindergarten Round Up will be held on Thursday, August 17th from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. This is a special time to spend with your kindergartener. If possible, we ask that you please do not have siblings attend. This way you can focus exclusively on your Kindergarten child.
During Kindergarten Round-Up you will have a chance to:
- Meet our amazing kindergarten teachers
- Meet your principal (who simply can't wait to meet you)
- Explore the kindergarten classrooms
- Learn about our daily routines for the classroom and the school
- Drop off your school supplies (make sure to bring them with you)
- Sign Up for Holiday Room Parties
- Learn more about our PTO
- Ask any questions you may have about the upcoming school year
We just can't wait to meet our newest Falcons!
Back To School Bash
Our Back To School Bash is a great way to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of the school year in a fun way! You can see your classmates, meet some staff members, and dance away to the music. In addition, food trucks will be there for you to purchase a treat and enjoy. PTO will have a table where Fernway spirit wear will be available. It will be a fun night for sure! Don't forget to bring your chairs or blankets to sit on. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note, since this event is outside, we need the weather to cooperate. If it doesn't, we may need to cancel. So keep those fingers crossed for good weather.
When: August 16th
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The grassy area behind the school near O'Brien Drive
Who: All of our Fernway Families are invited to attend
Hot Lunch and Special Treat Days
Fernway's PTO offers hot lunch and snack days throughout the year. Orders for October through December are due by Friday, September 8. Click here to place your online order today!
Hot Lunch Days will be held on Wednesdays.
Pizza Days will be the first Tuesday of each month.
McDonald’s Day will be on the third Thursday of the month.
Popcorn Days will be on Mondays once a month.
Ice Cream and Treat Days will be on Fridays.
If you have any questions regarding hot lunch and special treat days, please call Stephanie Sweis at 708-942-9990.
Parent Square
We will be using Parent Square for communicating with families this year. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified.
Please visit ParentSquare.com to register.
Key Dates in August 2023
Important August dates to mark on your calendar:
- Monday, August 7 - Classroom assignments and transportation information released via Infinite Campus.
Wednesday, August 16 - Back To School Bash 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, August 17 - Kindergarten Round Up 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 17 - Board of Education Meeting will be held at the administration building at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 22 - Open House at Elementary Schools for K-5, EC, and Preschool from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 23 - First Day of School for All Students (EC - 8) Elementary school students will attend from 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. and middle school students will attend from 8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Monday, August 28 - PTO Meeting 5:30 p.m. in the Fernway Learning Center
Fernway PTO
Fernway's PTO sponsors many events for our students and families. Some of the many events they have planned this year include Trunk or Treat, International Night, Family Bingo Night, Santa's Workshop, Dudes and Donuts, Muffins with My Miisses, and Field Day. They can't do what they do for your children without your help and support. Please support them by joining PTO today. They will have tables at Kindergarten Round Up, The Back To School Bash, and Open House. Stop by and visit them. If you have questions about PTO, please reach out to PTO President Kelli Walsh 312-402-9991 or Vice President Stephanie Sweiss at 708-942-9990.
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