Arctic Blast
Glacier Ridge Elementary School 01.21.22
Dear Glacier Ridge Families,
As many of you know, I am retiring at the end of this school year. It has been a rewarding experience since we have the best students, families and staff! We are thrilled to share with you that Dr. Gruper has been hired as the principal starting July 1st. Earlier today Dr. Gruper sent a letter to all our families so please be sure to check it out.
We have transitioned to our new lunch/recess routine and it has not been without glitches. The issues occur when we have indoor recess. So far we have been able to be creative and make it work. Having a few more supervisors would solve the indoor issues. The lunch playground supervisor position is still posted on the district website. Please consider applying!
The Kids Heart Challenge starts Monday. Take some time to sign up this weekend and help us help others!
Have a great weekend,
Mr. Jacobsen and Mrs. Reinhardt
The Delicious Butter Braid Fundraiser is back.
Polar Bear Players - The Lion King
Please click on the link for the volunteer opportunities. Both cast and crew parents can sign up for any of the spots. T-shirts forms and money are due February 4th. Ad forms and money are due February 18th.
All checks need to be written out to District 47. If you have any questions feel free to email Miss Wyman ewyman@d47.org
Crafting with Friends - Feb. 11th, hosted by your PTA
Build a Bouquet Bar - Sponsored by PTA
Coming Soon.... Kids Heart Challenge
As always the American Heart Association thanks our Glacier Ridge students and families for their support.
It's A Bird! It's A Plane! It's SUPER Library!
Here is information about TWO Winter Reading Programs:
Want to get a head start on our SUPER Reading Incentive? Students who complete reading activities and get BINGO on our "Winter Break Reading Bingo" board, can get a complimentary ticket to a Chicago Wolves game. Bingo boards and Wolves Game order forms (on the back) were sent home with every student in December. Call or mail in the Wolves Game order form for free tickets for every child that completed BINGO for game dates from January through April.
The Crystal Lake Public Library Winter Reading Program (Waddle You Read?) runs from January 17 through March 13. ANY student who attends school in Crystal Lake (along with their siblings) can participate in the Public Library Program. Information was presented during Encore classes on Thursday and Reading Logs were sent home. After 600 minutes, students earn a book and a stuffed animal! For more information, go to https://www.clpl.org/.
Minutes will count for BOTH reading programs. For now, KEEP READING!
Cold Weather Policies
During these very cold days please be sure your child comes to school dressed in warm clothing, hats, gloves, scarves, boots, etc. Although it might not be warm enough to go outside every day, whenever we can, we do get the children outside for some fresh air. The District policies on cold weather are as follows: 15 degrees or warmer – unlimited time outdoors; 0 – 15 degrees - 20 minutes outdoors; Below 0 - remain indoors
Dual Language Informational Meetings for Incoming Kindergarteners 2022-2023
Informational meetings about District 47's Dual Language program will be held for parents who have an incoming kindergarten student for the 2022-2023 school year. Information regarding the program, as well as the Lottery Selection Process will be shared. If you are interested in placing your child into the program, attendance is required at one of these meetings. The meetings will be held virtually, on the following dates:
Thursday, February 3, 2022
9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. (English & Spanish) & 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (English & Spanish)
Tuesday, February 8th, 2022
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (English & Spanish)
For more information about D47's Dual Language program and to access the meeting link, please visit the District 47 website at www.d47.org
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Reuniones informativas del lenguaje dual para los estudiantes nuevos de kindergarten 2022-2023
El Distrito 47 tendrá reuniones informativas acerca del programa dual del Distrito 47 para los padres de los estudiantes entrando a kinder en el año escolar 2022-2023. Presentaremos información sobre el programa y el proceso nuevo de selección para el programa. Si está interesado en este programa es necesario que asista a una de estas reuniones. Las reuniones se realizarán virtualmente en las siguientes fechas:
Jueves, 3 de febrero, 2022
9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. (Inglés y Español)
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Inglés y Español)
Martes, 8 de febrero, 2022
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Inglés y Español)
Para más información acerca del programa dual del Distrito 47 y para acceder al enlace de la reunión, por favor visite el sitio web www.d47.org
2022-2023 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration is coming up for our incoming Kindergarten families. Click here for details.
Online Re-Enrollment - For Current Students
Mark your calendars, online re-enrollment for current Kindergarten through 7th grade students will be May 2 - May 13, 2022.
5Essentials Parent Survey
Parents/guardians: Please take a few minutes to complete the 5Essentials parent survey for our school. The survey is administered online by UChicago Impact and is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of Illinois schools. The survey takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and is available in English and Spanish. To take the survey, visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/. Families can submit one survey for each child. The survey window will be open until March 11, 2022. Your participation in the parent survey will help us understand the conditions at our school and guide improvement. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child. Thank you for your consideration and support!
Padres/tutores legales: Por favor toma algunos pocos minutos para completar la encuesta de 5Essentials para padres para nuestra escuela. La encuesta es administrada en línea por UChicago Impact y diseñada para generar una imagen detallada de los funcionamientos internos de las escuelas de Illinois. La encuesta toma aproximadamente 10-15 minutos para terminar y está disponible en inglés y español. Para tomar la encuesta, visite https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/. Las familias pueden someter una encuesta para cada niño. La ventana de la encuesta estará abierta hasta el 11 de marzo de 2022. Su participación en la encuesta para padres nos ayudará a entender las condiciones en nuestra escuela y guiar el mejoramiento. Sus respuestas de la identidad y del examen serán mantenidas totalmente confidenciales y nunca conectadas con usted o su niño. ¡Gracias por su consideración y apoyo!
Encore for Remote Learners
All remote learners can go to this link for Encore Classes. bit.ly/grencoreremote <-- This link is a choice board for each Encore Class. There are hundreds of options for your child to try, enjoy, and come back again. Your child can send messages to Encore Teachers and can post photos of activities on Seesaw. Each Encore Teacher's email address is listed, too. Please email if you have any questions.
Submit Student Vaccination Status
If your child has received the COVID-19 vaccine, please provide proof of vaccination by dropping off a copy of your child's vaccination record at the school’s main office or by scanning and emailing it to the school. (Visit the D47 website for your school’s medical records email address.) Student vaccination status is requested to ensure proper protocols are followed in the event of a COVID-19 exposure or outbreak. If deemed a close contact, students who have been vaccinated will NOT need to quarantine unless they are symptomatic or test positive for COVID-19. If a student is vaccinated and the district does not have proof of vaccination on file, the student will be treated as if they were unvaccinated and be subject to contact tracing and quarantine.
Upcoming Important Dates
January 26th - Harry Potter Club 3:30-5pm
January 26th - Girls on the Run Registration Opens
February 1st - Kindergarten On-line Registration Begins
February 1st - 100th Day of School
February 1st - PTA Zoom Meeting 6:30 pm
Glacier Ridge Elementary
Email: jmjacobsen@d47.org
Website: https://www.d47.org/grs
Location: 1120 Village Road, Crystal Lake, IL, USA
Phone: (815)444-4850
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlacierRidgeD47
Twitter: @GlacierRidgeD47