From the Lion's Den
York Center Family Newsletter 9/16
It was another busy week of learning at York Center. Students have been working hard in all subject areas!
We had our first Parent Teacher Association meeting of the year on Wednesday night. We are so fortunate to have caring and dedicated PTA members who do so much for our school community. We are always looking for more volunteers and help with enriching the school experience for our students. Please contact Cyndi Epple, our PTA president, or me, if you are interested in being more involved!
Our next meeting is 10/23 at 6:00 pm at Stevenson School.
Meet Miss Dockery
"I love the people at York Center! The students at YC make every day special, and the staff is always working hard to give our students the best education. They make me proud to be a YC Lion!."
It is Miss Dockery's first year teaching 4th grade at York Center!
We are lucky to have Miss Dockery at York Center!
Attendance
PTA News
Thanks to those who came to our first PTA Meeting!
Reminder to send in your Party Money. Party Money is used for the 3 classroom parties that we have during the school year. The PTA uses these funds to purchase supplies and treats for the parties.
Our membership drive will start next week. Keep an eye out for the forms coming home with your child. The PTA is looking for help with our Membership drive please contact: ycstvpta@gmail.com for more information.
The District 5K early registration has been extended until Monday 9/16/19.
Volunteer by signing up here:
Did you miss the parent information night on anxiety?
How did we all get so anxious and what can we do about it?
Go to https://youtu.be/l_yPIkw5LR4 for the presentation on Child and Adolescent Anxiety. The latest studies show that over 50% of our students will experience anxiety at some time. District 45 hosted a Parent Information Night about Anxiety on Monday, September 9th.
The evening featured a presentation by Dr. Patrick McGrath from AMITA Behavioral Health. Dr. McGrath presents in a humorous manner with personal stories and examples of children successfully coping with anxiety. He explained anxiety in understandable language. Dr. McGrath gave parents and educators tools to help their children cope or manage uncomfortable feelings when experiencing anxiety symptoms. Dr. McGrath provided some techniques for gently encouraging students to face anxiety producing triggers versus totally avoiding the situation.
Coffee with the Principal
Wednesday, Sep 18, 2019, 09:00 AM
895 14th Street, Lombard, IL, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Child Assault Prevention Project and Erin's Law
Date: September 25th
Where: Jefferson Middle School, 255 W. Vermont in Villa Park.
Time: 6:00pm- 7:30pm
Chess Scholars
12th Annual Just For Fun 5K Run!
Students, teachers, and their families are invited to lace up their shoes and hit the Prairie Path and join us for a fun community event!
Early registration ends September 16th! This will ensure you receive a T-shirt!
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2019
Times: 7:00-7:45 am: Race day registration and packet pick-up
8:30 am: 5K Start Time
9:30 am: 1 Mile Kids Fun Run (Kindergarten-5th Grade only)
Location: Villa Park Gazebo on the Prairie Path at Central & Ardmore Avenues
Early Registration Fee (Includes T-shirt): 5K: Adults (+18) $20 Kids $15 | 1 Mile - $10
Race Day Registration Fee (Includes T-shirt if available): 5K - $25, 1 Mile Kids Fun Run - $15
**First 25 runners to finish 5K receive a champion t-shirt!**
Click HERE for the registration form!
Can't run but want to join in on the fun?
To volunteer, sign-up here! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E44A5AA29ABF94-district
Allergen Information and Spanish Translations on Breakfast and Lunch Menus
https://dupage45.nutrislice.com/menu/york-center/lunch/2019-09-08?mode=browse
You may also choose to view the menu in Spanish by clicking the three white bars on the top right of the screen and choosing "Select a Language."
Important Dates
9/18 Parent Coffee with the Principal
9/18 Robert Crown Visit for 5th Graders
9/25 Early Dismissal at 12:30 pm
9/25 6:00 pm YWCA Child Abuse Prevention Program for Parents at Jefferson
9/27 Institute Day -NO SCHOOL
10/3 Picture Day Re-takes
10/5 D45 5K Run! Register to run HERE! Volunteer by signing up HERE!
York Center Backpack
We are always adding new things here as they come to us!
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