The Fernway Flyer
March 2020
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” ~ Dr. Seuss
Upcoming Events
March 2: Reminder...School is in session
March 4: Polar Plunge PJ Day
March 11: Kindergarten Registration for 2020-2021
March 12: STEAM Night 6:00 pm
March 13: Dudes and Donuts 7:15 am
March 17: Presidential Primary Election - No School
March 18: PTO Meeting
March 18: Music In Our Schools Concert
March 19: Board of Education Meeting
March 20: Last Day of Third Quarter
March 23-27 : Spring Break
March 30: Classes Resume
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.
2020-2021 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2020-21 school year will be held at all elementary schools on Wednesday, March 11th between 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please call our Administration Center at (708) 532-6462.
D140 Board of Ed 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.
Dr. Seuss Week Reading Challenge
This year’s reading challenge will be held from Friday, February 28th through Thursday, March 6th. Students are encouraged to read 15 minutes per night. Please sign the reading log (see link below) as proof that your child has read for that night. Teachers will be checking daily for signatures. The class with the most participation will be announced as the 2020 Reading Challenge winners on Friday, March 6th.
Arrival and Dismissal Reminders
Please remember that the striped lane in the front of the school is for BUSES ONLY. Cars should not be in that lane to drop students off.
If you drop off or pick up in the back of the school, please remember to pull forward in the drop off/pick up lane. Cars should not have to drive around you to fill the lane. We try to get as many cars in the parking lot as can fit since we cannot release students to cars that are parked on the street. Pulling as far forward as you can helps everyone out and makes the whole process run smoothly. Thank you for adhering to this.
STEAM Family Night
Where: Fernway School
Come join us for an evening of science, technology, engineering, art, and math: all things celebrating STEAM! Building, games, crafts, robots, and raffles for the whole family. See the permission slip below.
Music In Our Schools Month
PTO News You Can Use!
Important PTO Dates for March
- Ice Cream Days - March 4, 11, 18
- Popcorn Days - March 20
- Cookie Days - March 13
- Hot Lunch Days - March 5 (Special Lunch), 12(Pizza), 19 (Hot Dog)
- Dudes and Donuts - March 13
- PTO Meeting - March 18
The PTO is looking for you to help! The PTO is looking for a few committee members to help run Hot Lunch and a few other committees. If you are interested please contact Eman Barakat emanbarakat29@gmail.com.
Reminders from the Health Office
With the flu season peaking, we ask that you please keep your child(ren) home from school if they have one or more of the following:
* A fever (fever is 100.1 or greater)
* A cold with a fever
* Nasal drainage or productive cough with a green or yellow color
* A sore throat with a fever
* An earache or headache
* Diarrhea and or abdominal cramps
* Nausea and or vomiting
* A full 24 hours after first dose of any antibiotic therapy
* A full 24 hours of no fever or vomiting without medication
Parents please use your own judgment when your child isn’t well. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our students healthy.
A Few Housekeeping Notes
- Student should arrive at school no earlier than 7:45 a.m. Our school day begins promptly at 7:55 a.m. If you are dropping off after 7:55 a.m., please walk your child into the building and sign them in. We will have adult supervision outside between 7:45 and 7:55.
- Please remember how important good attendance is for your student’s academic well-being. If your child is going to be absent, please report this to the school office.
- Dress for the weather. Students will be going out for recess unless the temperature is below 25 degrees, with the wind chill.
Keep in Touch!
I encourage you 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. Sandy Hutchinson
Principal