Erickson Express
Family Newsletter
March 24, 2022
Spring break is around the corner! There is no school March 28th through April 3. School will resume on Monday, April 4, 2022. Please make sure to have fun and enjoy the time together!
Student Placement for 2022-2023 will take place in May. Parents can assist in the process by completing a Student Placement Information form. Parent input about their child’s academic experiences can provide valuable insight to this process. Parents should not use this form to recommend a specific classroom teacher. If you are interested in filling out the form (this is NOT mandatory), please complete by April 22.
Illinois Science Assessment (ISA): Fifth grade students will participate in the Illinois Science Assessment April 5-7. There are three science assessments.
Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR): Third, fourth, and fifth grade will participate in the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) April 11-14. There are two reading assessments and three math assessments. Please make sure students receive a good night's rest, eat breakfast and have a snack packed for the day. Here is the testing schedule for grades 3-5.
SAVE THE DATES
Kindergarten Visitation for NEW kindergarten students: Monday, May 2: 9:30 & 1:30
Portfolio Night OPEN HOUSE (all families invited): Thursday, May 19th TIme: TBD
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions, comments, or feedback. The best way to reach me would be via email or phone: sjohnston@sd13.org or 630-529-2223.
Have a wonderful week!
Stacy Johnston
Principal
Important Dates
March 25: Paws for a Cause Ends, Hot Lunch: Butter Pasta
March 28-April 3: No School, Spring Break, School Resumes April 4, 2022
April 4: Pizza Hot Lunch
April 5-7: 5th Grade Illinois Science Assessments
April 6: Wacky Wednesday; THEME: Vacation Day
April 8: Butter Pasta Hot Lunch, Spirit Wear Blue and Gold
April 11-14: 3rd-5th Grade Illinois Assessment of Readiness
Yearbook - Time to order
To purchase your yearbook got to treering.com
The purchase deadline is May 6th.
Yearbook Price: $19.34 (sales tax not included)
Yearbooks will be mailed to Erickson.
Summer 2022 Basketball and Soccer Camps
Summer 2022 Basketball and Soccer Camps
The dates and times have been set for both basketball and soccer summer camps. The camps are for any incoming 1st thru 6th graders (the grade your child will be in the Fall). If you are interested in having your child attend one or both of these camps, then please click on the registration link here. Please fill out all the necessary information and send that in with your check to either your child’s main office at their school or Westfield’s main office. Note: Camp will be held at DuJardin Elementary this year. This is a change from previous years.
Contact Kelly Hilden for any information regarding the camps.
630-529-6211 ext. 5372
2021-2022 Erin's Law
Dear Parents,
Child abuse curriculum lessons, otherwise known as the state mandated Erin’s Law, will once again be conducted in all K-5 classrooms to educate students on safe and unsafe touches, safe and unsafe secrets, and how to get away and tell a trusted adult. Lessons will teach children how to recognize child abuse, equip them with skills to reduce their vulnerability, and encourage them to report abuse. District 13 uses a curriculum entitled Kids In The Know that focuses on teaching the above mentioned skills. The classroom lessons will be conducted in April and May.
As a parent, I would encourage you to discuss these subjects with your child. You may preview the Kids In The Know curriculum, by age level, by going to Kids In The Know . If you would rather not have your child participate in this instruction, please put your request in writing and send it to the school office attention Mrs. Treanor. If you have any questions about this or any other related topic, please do not hesitate to call me at 630-529-2223.
Sincerely,
Charla Treanor, LCSW
Erickson School Social Worker
DuJardin Family in Need
On Tuesday night, a student at DuJardin and family lost their Bloomingdale home to a fire (all family members and pets made it safely out from the fire). If you would like to make a monetary donation, there is a GoFundMe page set up for the family at: https://gofund.me/1453b504
ESSER III Funding Plan from the District
2022-2023 New Students
2022-2023 Kindergarten and New Student Registration
Parents wishing to enroll their new student into Bloomingdale School District 13 for the 2022-2023 school year can enroll online by clicking on this link: SD13 Enrollment Form
Please check out the “What’s Needed to Enroll My Student?” document located on the SD13 enrollment website.
PTO Scholarship Application Bloomingdale School District 13
The Bloomingdale School District 13 Parent Teacher Organization is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships. We will be awarding scholarships to two graduating Seniors who attended Erickson. Applications are due into Erickson by April 15, 2022
PTO Information
Hot Lunch: We are looking for volunteers to help distribute hot lunch on Mondays and Fridays. If you are interested, the hours are 11:20-12:50pm. Please sign up using this form: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4facab28a6fdcf8-hotlunch1
PTO Board positions: We are looking for volunteers for open PTO Board positions for the 2022/23 school year. The President and Vice President board positions are open for election. These are two year terms. The board elections will be at the April PTO meeting. Contact the PTO if you have questions about the open positions.
Amazon Smile: Did you know you could support Erickson Elementary every time you shop on Amazon all year long? It's really easy, save the AmazonSmile feature in your account. You earn money for the school with every purchase made.
Box Tops: Don't forget to download and use the Box Tops app to scan your receipts and earn money for Erickson.
PTO Scholarship: One more month for graduating seniors who attended Erickson to apply for the PTO Scholarship. Applications can be found on the Erickson or District 13 websites. There are two $750 scholarships available. They are due on 4/15. Good Luck!
PTO Contact Information: Stay in touch with the PTO by connecting with them on Remind and Twitter.
Easter/Spring Treats
PTO has partnered with D’s Treat’s to offer Easter/Spring Treats, 10% of each order will come back to Erickson. Pick-up some sweet treats, support the PTO & a local small business!
Cookie Decorating Kits (includes cookies, frosting and a variety of sprinkles to decorate)
$30 for one dozen cookies
$20 for half dozen cookies
Paint Cookies
$9 each
Place your order here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4LThoeZt9E0d_7DeVfYKpUW7O5t00iInTj2rTM6E90Qw1BA/viewform
Orders must be submitted by April 8th
A payment link will be sent by D’s Treats prior to pick-up. Treats can be picked up on date selected on order form.
D’s Treats is located in Old Town Bloomingdale
102 Third Street 630-740-8195 info@dstreats.net
Marklund Run, Walk & Roll 5K - April 24, 2022
Marklund is very excited to (finally!) be back in-person for our 5th Annual Run, Walk & Roll 5K/1Mile fundraising event on Sunday, April 24th. www.marklund.org/5kbloomingdale
We’d love to get as many District 13 staff, students, and families involved this year.
Character Counts Pillar Shirts
Erickson Elementary School
Email: sjohnston@sd13.org
Website: sd13.org
Location: 277 Springfield Drive, Bloomingdale, IL, USA
Phone: 630-529-2223