Bateman Buzz; VOL 11
2023-2024; VOL 11
Dear Bateman Families & Friends
What a week honoring the rich cultural diversity of our community! We have loved seeing our families celebrating their heritage, sharing stories and traditions, and building empathy amongst our students. It truly exemplifies our commitment to being an inclusive school.
A special message to our 8th Grade families as they receive their high school offers this evening...We are so proud of each and every one of our 8th Graders and know they are bound to achieve great things! Please take time to celebrate your child(ren) this weekend!
Please enjoy the slideshow and photos below & #BeBateman!
Warm regards,
Ms. Davos and Ms. Kloepper
2nd Grade Field Trip to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Celebrating Cultural Spirit Week and International Night!
Click Here to see the entire Cultural Spirit Week Slideshow!
6th Graders visit to the Museum of Science & Industry
Upcoming Dates At-A-Glance
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THIS WEEK
ACCESS & Middle of the Year Testing Window Open
Monday, February 26th: 2nd Grade Musical Auditions @ 4:30p | Auditorium Stage
Monday, February 26th: Girls Basketball Game Home vs Franklin @ 4:30p
Tuesday, February 27th: Boys Basketball Game AT Disney @ 5:30p
Wednesday, February 28th: Girls Basketball Game vs. Hamilton @ 4:30p
Wednesday, February 28th: Boys Basketball Game vs. Franklin @ 5:30p
Thursday, February 29th: School Tour (In Person) @ 9a
NEXT WEEK
Tuesday, March 5th: Team Picture Day
Wednesday, March 6th: LSC Meeting @ 9am
Friday, March 8th: PAC Meeting @ 8:30a
LOOKING AHEAD
Friday, March 8th: First Ascent Fundraiser (3516 N. Spaulding Ave) | 3pm-8pm
Wednesday, March 20th: 8th Grade Graduation Picture Re-Takes
March 12th - 14th: 3rd & 4th Grade IAR Testing
Friday, March 15th: PreK Fashion Show
March 19th-21st: 5th-8th Grades IAR Testing
Thursday, March 21st: 2nd Grade Musical
Friday, March 22nd: Quarter 3 Showcase | 8:45am - 9:15am
April 8-12: Spring Book Fair
Wednesday, April 10th: Report Card Pick Up
Important Links
Upcoming Events
These events are all within the next 2 weeks!
Kids Heart Challenge
Students in Kindergarten-3rd Grade kicked off the Kids Heart Challenge to celebrate February as Heart Month! Throughout our Kids Heart Challenge program we will not only learn how to be healthier, but we will also have the chance to earn Heart Heroes along the way! Thank you to the students who have already registered! All students who registered get a heart healthy wristband and can participate in the challenges.
Join Bateman's Heart Hero Challenge HERE! You can reach out to Ms. Soto or Ms. Walsh with any questions!
February School Tour
Are you interested in sending your child(ren) to Bateman? Come see what we have to offer at our wonderful neighborhood school! School Tours are typically offered on the last Friday of each month. Please check the Bateman Calendar or the Bateman Buzz for updates. If you are unable to attend an In Person Tour Date, please view the Bateman Virtual Tour on our website!
March LSC Meeting
Please join us for the monthly LSC Meeting. All are welcome to attend meetings to learn more about the Bateman experience, share ideas and feedback, and celebrate news with the community. If you are not able to attend, the agenda and previously approved minutes are available on the Bateman website. All meetings will be in person this year.
Save the Dates
Looking Ahead at Bateman
Yearbook Orders: Cover Sneak Peek!
The yearbook team has been busy working on the 2023-2024 Bateman Yearbook! Take a sneak peek at the first look of this year's cover! Yearbook sales will be between March 18th - April 12th. All yearbooks will be $30. Keep an eye out for order forms coming soon!
High School Awareness
Important Updates for the High School Application Process
Parent Organization Updates
Local School Council
LSC Elections
LSC election season is here. LSCs help to propel our schools forward by inviting valuable collaboration from parents, community members, students and staff. Thank you to our community members who have applied for LSC Positions.
PAC & BAC
Wondering how you can get involved in PAC or BAC? Email gargueta@cps.edu!
Bateman Boosters
Wondering how you can get involved in Boosters? Email friendsofbateman@gmail.com!
Boosters Meeting Recap
Thanks to all who joined our last meeting on Wednesday, February 7th! The meeting minutes are posted on the Friends of Bateman website and the Bateman school calendar! Please join us for our next meeting on Wednesday, March 6th at 6pm in the Bateman Library. We will primarily be talking about Spring Fling.
Spring Fling Planning Meeting
Spring Fling, Bateman Boosters largest fundraiser of the year, is just around the corner! This year it will be held at Artifact Events on Friday, April 26th from 7pm-11pm. If you would like to help with this event, please join us at our next Boosters meeting on Wednesday, March 6th at 6:00pm in the library.
Auction Items Needed for Spring Fling!
๐ Spring Fling is Back! ๐
Can you help make this yearโs auction a HUGE success! Do you have something you can donate to our event? Do you own a business and want to get your name out there? Do you know someone who owns a business who would be willing to donate an experience or item?
We are looking for sponsorships, restaurant gift certificates, sporting event tickets, hotel stays, spa packages and kids activities.
Reach out to friendsofbateman@gmail.com if you can help or donate to raise funds that will benefit ALL Students at Bateman Elementary School
Bateman Community Business Directory
Do you own or work for a business in the local Bateman community? Then join the Bateman Community Business Directory! Click here to submit your information and get in front of families in your local area.
Bateman Fathers' Club
Wondering how you can get involved in BFC? Email batemanfathers@gmail.com!
Join the Upcoming BFC Events!
- 2/24: BFC hosting bowling @ Timber Lanes, 2pm to 5:30pm - sign up HERE (only a few spots left)
Pints with a Purpose
Did you know that Bateman has an ongoing fundraiser at Burning Bush Brewery? If you order the Bateman Holy Water, proceeds are given back to the school!
Community Events
Updates from Chicago Public Schools & Our Community
NBGC WINTER PROGRAMS
NBGC Winter II Program Highlights:
Floor Hockey: High-energy fun for all, open to various age groups.
Co-ed Volleyball (6th to 8th Only): Spike up the excitement and learn some new skills! NBGC Volleyball is back for the first time since COVID!
Karate: Explore the world of discipline and skill development.
Cubbies Program (Pre-K, entering kindergarten in Fall 2024): A perfect introduction to games, activities, crafts, and teambuilding activities.
Superhero Class (Ages 3 & 4): Unleash young heroes in this exciting new class.
Register Today: Winter II - Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club (nbgc.org)
All above programs are held at the NBGC Clubhouse (2501 W Irving Park Rd.)
Girls Lacrosse Spring Clinics
The Girls Lacrosse coach at Walter Payton has started a new lacrosse club in the city, specifically geared towards CPS and local student athletes! AIM Lacrosse is all about awareness, intensity, and movement on and off the field. Sign up to grow the girls game in Chicago while building strong kids and community!
The first spring clinics are happening in March and April for 3rd-8th graders with plans to expand to K-12 year round. Please share the flyer below with more information!
Do you have news to share?
We are always trying to improve our communication! If you have information to share with the Bateman Community, we would like to know! To submit an item for the biweekly Bateman Buzz, please send an email with the event details including date, time, and location. Any photos should be submitted in .JPEG format. Please submit by 5pm on Wednesday and you might see it in the Bateman Buzz, Bateman Website, or on social media!