Keller Chronicle
March 2020
Marvelous March
Spring is an exciting time of year at Keller! As I visit the classrooms, I am impressed with the students' research using our newest technology, the teamwork in creating projects that reflect their knowledge, and the kindness they are sharing. We are also beginning girls' volleyball season and preparing for the Keller's Got Talent Show. Thank you for helping Keller students stay involved in school and in their learning.
I would like to share some important district information:
Important Calendar Information!
This year, March 17th’s Presidential Primary Election Day will replace Pulaski Day as a school holiday. Students will attend school on Pulaski Day, Monday, March 2nd. There is NO SCHOOL on TUESDAY, MARCH 17TH. This change was made by the Board of Education as a precautionary student safety measure because several of our schools are used as public polling places.
D140 Welcomes Families to Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration is Wednesday, March 11th from 9am - 2pm and 5pm - 7pm at all D140 elementary schools. Please help us share this information with anyone who has a kindergarten age child (a child who will be 5 years old on or before 9-1-20). More information can be found on our website at ksd140.org
D140 Board of Education Approves 2020-21 School Year Calendar
The D140 Board of Education approved the 2020-21 School Year Calendar at their February 20th meeting.
Highlights include:
The 2020-21 School Year begins Tuesday, August 25, 2020 with a Teacher Institute Day.
First day of student attendance for all grades is Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
Winter Break will begin at the close of school on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Teachers will return on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 for an Institute Day. Students will return on Thursday, January 7, 2021.
Spring Break will begin at the close of school on Friday, March 19, 2021. Classes will resume on Monday, March 29, 2021.
Last student attendance day, if no emergency days are used, will be Friday, June 11, 2021.
Upcoming Events
March 2: School is in session! This year, March 17th’s Presidential Primary Election Day will replace Pulaski Day as a school holiday. Students will attend school on Pulaski Day, Monday, March 2nd.
March 5: Ice Cream Day
March 6: Dave's Coffee Cake Fundraiser Orders Due
March 10: Yearbook Pictures for Keller Clubs - Group Pictures
March 11: Kindergarten Registration: All elementary schools: 9am-2pm and 5pm–7pm
March 11: 3rd/4th/5th Grade Permission Slips Due for Keller's Got Talent
March 12: 3rd/4th Grade and Choir Spring Concert
March 14: Polar Plunge Event; Good Luck D140 Plungers
March 16: Dave's Coffee Cake Pick Up
March 17: Presidential Primary Election Day - NO SCHOOL
March 19: Board of Education Meeting
March 20: End of Third Quarter (Report Cards issued April 3rd.)
March 23 - 27: Spring Break
March 30: Classes Resume
STEAM Night
Polar Plunge
Who Should Be President?
PTO NEWS YOU CAN USE
We are always grateful for the amazing PTO at Keller.
- Thank you to our PTO and all the volunteers for making the first "Ties & Tiaras" dance a huge success.
- Orders for the delicious Dave's Coffee Cakes can be made online here. The money earned from fundraisers is a tremendous support to our school. Thank you for your participation.
- Please consider volunteering to help at the many events the PTO hosts at Keller. Sign up is easy at: https://tinyurl.com/kellervolunteers.
- Check out the PTO newsletter online. Click here.
Additional Reminders
- School starts at 7:55 a.m. The doors open at 7:45 a.m. Please help your students arrive to school on time as it impacts the start of their day when they arrive late. We appreciate your support.
- As Spring nears, please remind students to dress appropriately for the weather. They will go outside for recess unless the weather is below 25 degrees. Coats, hats and gloves are still necessary for spending recess time outside.
Keep in Touch!
I encourage you to continue to visit ksd140.org throughout the school year for key events and information pertaining to our school and the District. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you need assistance. My door is always open.
Respectfully,
Mrs. JoAnn Greene
Principal
Helen Keller Elementary School
Email: jgreene@ksd140.org
Website: KSD140.org/keller
Location: 7846 West 163rd Street, Tinley Park, IL, USA
Phone: 708-532-2144