Weekly Update 2/26/24-3/1/24
Upcoming Dates
Monday, February 26: D101 Board of Education Meeting at McClure (6:15pm)
Tuesday, February 27: Falcon Flyer (lunchtime)
Tuesday, February 27: Elementary Band Concert at McClure (7:00pm)
Wednesday, February 28: 5th Grade AM Band & Orchestra Rehearsal at McClure (7:30-8:15am)
Wednesday February 28: 4th Grade PM Band & Orchestra Rehearsal at McClure (3:45-4:30pm)
Wednesday, February 28: FUSION (3:30-5:15pm)
Thursday, February 29: Chess Wizards (lunchtime)
Thursday, February 29: BAM Theater (3:30-4:30pm)
Thursday, February 29: Elementary Orchestra Concert at McClure (7:00pm)
Friday, March 1: 2nd Grade Lego Club (8:00-8:30am)
Friday, March 1: 4th & 5th Grade Choir (lunchtime)
Friday, March 1: Sticky Fingers Cooking (3:30-4:30pm)
Week of March 4-8: D101 Book Drive
Wednesday, March 6: LATE ARRIVAL
Thursday, March 7: PTA Fun Lunch
Friday, March 8 : Report Card Distribution
Monday, March 11: St. Baldrick's Fundraiser (2:00-3:00pm)
Thursday, March 14: Parent/Student Open House (6:30-7:30pm)
5Essentials Parent Survey: REMINDER
UPDATE: We only have 40 surveys submitted, which equates to 15%. PLEASE, PLEASE take a few minutes to complete this important survey!
Beginning now, students in grades four through twelve, as well as all teachers across Illinois, will be taking the 5Essentials Survey. As required by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), this survey is designed and administered by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of each school across our state.
The survey gathers data related to five indicators that are correlated with important student outcomes. These five indicators are Effective Leaders, Collaborative Teachers, Involved Families, Supportive Environments, and Ambitious Instruction.
This survey is designed to gather parental thoughts on the same important factors noted above and the impact they have had on school effectiveness at your child’s school.
The Parent Survey is currently available until March 29, and can be accessed by clicking HERE.
If at least 20 percent of parents at a school complete this survey, a parent supplemental report will be generated. Parent identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.
While this summary information is included on our School Report Card for general reporting purposes, I do very much value and appreciate your perceptions of Forest Hills and would greatly appreciate it if you all take a few minutes to complete this brief survey.
Forest Hills Parent/Student Open House
Please mark your calendars for the Forest Hills Parent/Student Open House! This is your opportunity to come check out some of the hard work and learning that your child(ren) have been doing these past few weeks. Children are welcome and are always proud to showcase their work and show you around the building. More info to come!
Thursday, Mar 14, 2024, 06:30 PM
Forest Hills School, Central Avenue, Western Springs, IL, USA
St. Baldrick's Fundraiser
Once again, we're excited to host our beloved Student Council St. Baldrick's Fundraiser. It takes place on Monday, March 11, from 2:00-3:00pm. Please see the attached information below for more details, including how you can support the effort!
District Calendar 2024-25
The District 101 Board of Education will officially approve the 2024-25 school calendar at it's January meeting, however, it is "public" as of today. I know a number of families are anxiously awaiting the release as those summer vacation itches are already happening! Please find the calendar attached below.
INFO FROM PREVIOUS UPDATES, BUT STILL RELEVANT...
Winter Student Climate Survey Results
Last week, students in grades 1-5 took the Winter Climate Survey. We're in the process of following-up with students whose responses indicated a need for conversation or additional inquiry. Here are the collective results for Forest Hills.
“Do you feel safe at school?”--98.4%
“Do you feel like you’re a part of your school community?”--99.%
“Do you have friends as school?”--99.5%
“Do you have a grown-up at school to talk to if you have a problem?”--97.8%
“Since you last took the survey in the Fall, have you been bullied at school?”--96%
While we very much value this formative check regarding our school climate, please always encourage your child to let us know if there is an issue, or reach out if you have concerns that need to be addressed.
Culture of Appreciation Reminder
Send a message of gratitude to staff HERE!
Word From WSFEE
Don't miss out! Tickets for Casino Night go on sale February 27th @ 9:00am CST. This is going to be the event of the spring! Tickets will be available to purchase on wsfee.org. WSFEE is thankful to everyone for their support & generosity to help in funding necessary grants providing brighter futures for our @d101 community.
Visit wsfee.org or follow WSFEE on Instagram (@wsfee_d101) to hear about events, sponsorship, and donation opportunities.
Clubs/Activities Sign-Up
Sticky Fingers--Spring Enrollment
Virtual Backpack
2023-24 School Calendar
Have a wonderful weekend!
Rachel
Rachel Corrough
Email: rcorrough@d101.org
Website: www.d101.org
Location: 5020 Central Avenue, Western Springs, IL, USA
Phone: (708)485-5184
Twitter: @corrough