McKenzie Monitor
December 1, 2017
Variety Show - It's Time!!!
- Variety Show sign up is OPEN for all ROOKIES and VETERANS!
- Click on THIS LINK to sign up
- First come, first served
- Sign up will be open for about 1 week
- First ALL CAST meeting/rehearsal Wednesday 12/13 7:30-9 pm
Instrumental Music Program
As you may know, D39 is taking a close look at its instrumental music program as part of the Strategic Plan this year. An important part of this process is getting input from parents and 5th-8th grade students; there will be a survey soon to get thoughts and preferences with respect to band and orchestra. Based on these survey results, the District may elicit additional feedback from parents and/or students.
The District is committed to continuing its long tradition of instrumental music opportunities to help students explore their interests and talents. D39’s instrumental music approach is unique in that it has aspects commonly associated with both extracurricular and curricular programs. While it is classified as “extracurricular,” because it takes place outside of the school day and participation is optional, some may see it as “curricular” because students have traditionally received achievement grades, and instruction is aligned to state and national standards.
The current review process is directed at ways to enhance the program and maintain the high quality that our community has come to expect. Your feedback in response to the survey will help the District better define the structure of the instrumental music program in D39. Watch for an email with the survey next week. Your participation is important – more input will lead to better success as we evaluate enhancements to the program.
Social Emotional Growth
The 4C's: Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creativity
Mrs. Weil's Class: It's a Mystery!
Mrs. Faulkner's Class: It's a Mystery!
Mrs. Schroeder's Class: It's a Mystery!
Ms. Carter's Class: It's a Mystery!
Mrs. Eckholm's and Mrs. Norton's Class: Paper Chain Challenge
Mrs. Torf's Class: Paper Chain Challenge
2nd Posting: After School Club Winter Registration - Wilmette Park District
PTA News and Information
DON'T MISS THESE EVENTS
TONIGHT!!! Movie Fun Night:
6:30pm in the auditorium, McKenzie PTA will show The Lion King! All current McKenzie students are invited to attend. Parent/Caregiver note: Please drop off and pick up kids in the lobby, no food or drinks allowed. Suggested donation: $5 per person at the
door.
Charging for Cheetahs:
Earn money for McKenzie PTA by using Charging for Cheetahs to purchase plastic gift cards for all your holiday gifts! The deadline for orders is December 8th. This includes electronic, reloadable and one-time use cards. Click here for more information. Questions? Contact chargingforcheetahs@mckenziepta.com.
The 38th annual McKenzie Variety Show:
First All Cast Meeting: Wednesday December 13th, 7:30 - 9 pm in the auditorium. Reception to follow at local establishment. Everyone is encouraged to join the private Facebook group. Email Director Michael Clarke or Producer Sidney Regalado with any questions.
Junior Great Books:
Sign up for Junior Great Books today! Students will read stories and share ideas in small groups led by parent volunteers. JGB will meet once a week for 8 weeks (Jan.-Mar) during lunch/recess. Registration is open now through December 8th. Please contact Courtney Radde with questions.
HELP WANTED
PTA Nominating Committee:
We are now soliciting nominations for the Nominating Committee to serve in slating the Executive Board for the 2018-2019 school year. Please email nominee names to amygelwix@hotmail.com by December 8.
Junior Great Books:
Parent volunteers needed to lead JGB groups! No experience necessary, we will give you everything you need and waive the fee! Please contact Courtney Radde with questions.
Parliamentarian:
Be an important advisor to the PTA! We are looking for someone who is interested in understanding the finer points of PTA bylaws and procedure, and advising the board when questions arise. Please email president@mckenziepta.com if interested.
OTHER HAPPENINGS
Holiday Light Recycling:
Drop off broken holiday lights (any color and length) in the McKenzie lobby (compliments of the Green Team!). You can also recycle lights at Wilmette Public Works Facility (711 Laramie Avenue). The recycling boxes are located in the visitor’s parking lot, (24-hours), until January 31st. Let’s keep those lights out of our landfills!
Community Events
Register now for Wilmette Park District’s Saturday Basketball for boys & girls grades 4-8.
New Trier HS Football Schedule is posted online.
Wilmette Park District hosts after school clubs for students at Central, Harper, McKenzie January 9 - March 23. Registration begins November 28th.
Upcoming Dates
12/1/17
Movie Night @6:30pm
12/6/17
Parent Night: How To Raise Resilient Children (K-8)
12/7/17
PTA School Play @5:15pm and 7:30pm
12/18/17
Board of Education Meeting @7pm
12/20/17
2nd Grade Music Show @2:30pm
12/25 - 1/5
Winter Break
About Us!
Email: filippir@wilmette39.org
Website: http://mckenzie.wilmette39.org/
Location: 649 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL, United States
Phone: 847-512-6300
Twitter: @McKCheetahs
School Hours
Kindergarten
Kindergarten AM 8:35am - 11:10am
Kindergarten PM 12:40pm - 3:15pm
Grades 1st - 4th
Monday - Thursday 8:35am - 3:15pm
Friday 8:35am - 2:15pm
Student drop off will begin at 8:20am, and the first bell will ring at 8:30am. Please refer to McKenzie's calendar for important dates/holidays.
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