Welcome to Kindergarten!
Anderson Elementary School CUSD #303
Hello Kindergarten Families,
As you may know, we normally have a fun and helpful event each spring called Kindergarten Round-Up, as well as summer learning events where you and your child get to meet our team, tour the classrooms, and learn about all things Kindergarten at Anderson. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, we can't have all of those events take place the same way. However, we are working on plans to help make sure your family and your child get all the information they need and have an opportunity to visit their classroom and meet our team before we start school. The dates, times, and details of that event will be shared at a later date when we have more information. Please stay tuned! Thanks for your patience as we get guidelines and direction from the State Board of Education.
I want to assure all of our families that our team will be very intentional and focused on helping make sure we do all that we can to support your child as they transition into Kindergarten. We know that a caring, supportive, and positive learning environment is more important than ever as we welcome the graduating class of 2033.
We will be ready to welcome and support your child as we join with you on their journey of growth and learning.
Sincerely Excited,
Mr. Jarot
(331) 228-3300
Learn the "Anderson Pledge"
Who are the Anderson Kindergarten Teachers?
Meet Mrs. Peterson
Meet Mrs. Wit
My name is Becky Wit. This will be my 13th year in the classroom and my 4th year in d303 teaching kindergarten. I hold a bachelors degree from Taylor University and a Masters from Aurora University. I took a 12-year break from the classroom to be home with my 4 children. They are now ages 8 - 14, 3rd grade through freshman, in Batavia this fall. My husband Steve is also in education, teaching science and coaching basketball at Glenbard North. We have a one year old dog Roxy that has had lots of extra walks and attention during our quarantine days. I love spending time with my family, watching my kids sports and activities which fills most of my free time. I can't wait to meet your child and help them feel safe and excited to learn together.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Wit
Meet Ms. Claussen
Helpful Information for Summer!
Summer Office Hours
Summer Learning!
Library Summer Reading Program
Dig Deeper! Summer Reading 2020
Join St. Charles Public Library this summer to read, investigate, and discover!
SCHOOL FEES/FOOD WAIVER
SCHOOL FEES WAIVER:
The school fees waiver will ONLY be a PAPER application since there is financial documentation required for income verification. Important to note, there will be no reduced fees next year. A family can only qualify for a free waiver of fees. The application will be located on the district website in July. Questions regarding school fee waivers - Sharon Wlezien at 331-228-5417
FOOD WAIVERS:
Only one application needs to be completed for each household. Please include ALL family members that live in the household (even those not attending a school). In July, ONLINE applications will be posted on the district website. In addition, paper applications will be available at the schools and the Administration Building as in years past. Unlike the school fees, families can qualify for Reduced. Questions regarding FOOD WAIVERS - Patti Townsend 331-228-6529
A few things to note:
● Free/Reduced applications will be sent by mail during July to each household who previously qualified for the program.
● Families directly certified by the State of Illinois for the 2020-2021 school year will receive FREE FOOD and their FEES will be WAIVED.
○ If your family is qualified by the state, do NOT need to complete either application.
○ You will receive an approval letter in the mail.
Need Support, Need Help, Need Resources?
We know there are many families whose circumstances have changed during this time. We have gathered a list of resources with links for easy access. If there is something you need beyond this, let us know and we will see what we can do to support you.
Summer Food For All Families
As we move into the summer months, District 303 is extending our grab and go meal service at each of our 6 locations. As part of this communication, you will find an updated schedule of days when meals will be available for any student in the district who needs them.
From now until May 29, we will operate on the same schedule that we have used throughout the spring. However, we will not be serving meals on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Beginning on June 1, we will operate on Mondays and Thursdays only. Students will receive three meals on Mondays and two meals on Thursdays. Please refer to the list below for specific locations and times of service.
Anderson Elementary School, 35W071 Villa Marie Rd.
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Monday and Thursday
Thompson Middle School, 705 W. Main Street
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Monday and Thursday
Wasco Elementary School, 4N782 School Street, Wasco
10:00 - 10:45 a.m - Monday and Thursday
A District 303 bus will deliver meals to the front of the school.
Cumberland Green Cooperative (1798 Cumberland Green-Office Lot near court #1)
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Monday and Thursday
A District bus will deliver meals to the office parking lot at 1798 Cumberland.
Prairie Point Apartments, 1820 Wessel Court
10:00 - 10:30 a.m.- Monday and Thursday
A District 303 bus will deliver meals to the park facing the road at the front entrance (Entrance nearest to Randall Road).
The Crossings, 1690 Covington
10:40 - 11:10 a.m. - Monday and Thursday.
A District 303 bus will deliver meals to the area near the clubhouse.
St. Charles Place, 15th Street and Indiana
11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Monday and Thursday
A District 303 bus will deliver meals to an area in front of the apartment complex.
As we progress through the summer, we will send families additional information and reminders about the district’s meal service program.
Anderson Elementary School
Email: nathan.jarot@d303.org
Website: https://anderson.d303.org/
Location: 35W071 Villa Maria Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-3300