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September 8, 2023
Great expectations at Maple
At Maple School, we are committed to providing our students with the skills they need to succeed not only in high school but also beyond. Developing strong executive functioning skills is crucial for their continued success.
We are providing students with helpful "reminders" to assist them in developing habits such as timeliness, preparing for class, being "TRRFCC" students (Trustworthy, Respectful, Responsible, Fair, Citizenship, and Caring), and following school expectations. Here is a copy of the classroom expectations we uphold across grade levels.
While we are striving to reinforce these practices during school hours, we understand that fostering these skills requires collaboration and communication between home and school. Thank you for your ongoing partnership, and we look forward to working together for the benefit of our students.
Calendar of events
Monday, September 11
Tuesday, September 12
Wednesday, September 13
- Ice cream day
Thursday, September 14
- 6-Grade Dance Class 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
Friday, September 15
Parent Portal information
Parent and Student Portal
Grades, attendances, and assignments are now viewable in the Parent and Student Portals.
Parent Access Codes for Schoology (Grades 3-8)
If you want access to your child’s Schoology to view their activity, your Parent Access Code and instructions are located on the Parent Portal website. Click Forms in the left navigation, then click Student Information for the 2023-2024 School Year.
Notice to all District 30 families and staff
Appointment pick up reminders
Students are only to be picked up at our north Main Entrance and need to be signed out by a parent or guardian. Students are not allowed to ride their bikes home during school hours if they are leaving for an appointment during the school day, and we highly recommend picking up students no later than 3:15 p.m. due to the afternoon traffic pattern. Please plan accordingly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Maple Ally Network will be starting soon.
The Maple Ally Network will start having club meetings on Wednesday, October 4th. We meet every Wednesday after school until 4:40 p.m. in room 301, and snacks will be provided. We welcome anyone and everyone to come join us as we rally around social justice issues, provide support for one another, and have lots of fun! See Mrs. Arends or Ms. Norris for more details
Maple book drive
Maple School is partnering with the Northbrook Rotary and Bernie’s Book Bank to collect books for children in need. Please consider donating gently used children’s books, ages birth through sixth grade, to the book drive. There will be book drive bins located in the front office vestibule, near the activity doors, and in the library at Maple School from September 5-22.
Please view this letter and flyer for additional information. In addition, access this QR code to generate a tax receipt for your donation. The QR code will also be posted with each collection bin. Email Mrs. Holmer with any questions at jholmer@district30.org. Thank you for joining us in supporting children’s literacy!
Soccer shirt orders due September 12
7th and 8th grade soccer players, please click here or below to to order a team shirt by September 12.
Homework grids
You may access your students homework through these links.
Parents, please take this 1-question survey 😊
Student Services meetings
Parent/guardian meetings return to in-person
In the 2023-24 school year, the Student Services Department will return to in-person meetings. All meetings related to special education (Domain Reviews, Eligibility Determination, and IEPs) and 504 Plans will be in person at your school. If a parent requires a remote option, we can arrange meetings over Zoom. Thank you, and we look forward to returning to face-to-face collaboration in person with our families!
Maple Parent/Teacher Advisory Council
Survey deadline is September 15
Our Maple Parent/Teacher Advisory Council is seeking parent members for the 2023-2024 school year. The Parent/Teacher Advisory Council (PTAC) has been created and designed to engage our learning community in discussion and dialogue about the education of our students. The PTAC focuses on topics regarding the school’s curriculum, programming, procedures and any other areas that may impact our students and their learning environment. Additionally, the Parent/Teacher Advisory Council will review and explore educational research and best practices relative to Maple School and the middle-level child.
We intend to maintain a 10- to 15-member council that is representative of the diversity of our Maple School community. Members of the Maple Parent/Teacher Advisory Council will be a well-informed group in order to provide support and guidance for our learning community during the school year.
Planned meeting dates are: October 9, 2023, December 11, 2023, February 26, 2024, and May 13, 2024 at 7:00-8:00 p.m. The meetings will be held in Maple School’s LMC.
If you are interested in serving on the Maple Parent/Teacher Advisory Council, please complete the PTAC Google Form by Friday, September 15.
PTO news
The Maple Spiritwear Store is now open!
Spirit wear Orders will be taken now through Tuesday, September 19. Click here or below for the spirit wear flyer.
Ice Cream Day is Wednesday, September 13
Ice Cream Wednesday will take place the second Wednesday of the month from September through May. The first Ice Cream Wednesday is on September 13. As part of PTO registration, you had the option to prepay for ice cream for the year. If you prepaid, your child will receive a frozen novelty of their choice on Wednesday. If you did not prepay during registration, your child can bring $2.00 to school. Thank you.
SAVE THE DATE - PTO general meeting Sept. 18
The first Maple PTO General Meeting of the school year will be held on Monday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Maple LMC (Learning Media Center). Everyone is welcome. Learn more about the 2023-24 calendar of events and fundraisers. Hear an update from Principal Kurtz and our new Assistant Principal Mrs. Angela Jaeger. We look forward to seeing you!
6th-Grade Social Dance Program
Maple School PTO invites all 6th-graders to become a member of Vera Schmidt’s 6th-Grade Dance Program. Ms. Schmidt has been teaching the social dance class at Maple for over 15 years and we are excited for the opportunity to have her back this school year. She will be teaching a five session dance class for all 6th grade Maple students who are interested in participating.
Dance classes provide an opportunity for young people to learn new dance techniques while having fun and enjoying the company of their friends. The course also provides a social education, with guidance in behavior and etiquette.
Class will be on Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:15 pm.
Dates: September 14, 21, 28, October 5 & 12
Location: Maple Gym
Please do not drop off your child before 6:50 p.m. Drop-off/pickup at the East Entrance off of Shermer Road only.
Parent Watch Night/Last Class: Thursday, October 12 from 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Attire for all classes: Dressy clothing such as dresses, skirts, dress pants, shirts and ties. NO JEANS, NO T-SHIRTS, NO HOODIES. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Cost: $90
Questions? Contact one of the Committee members!
Frewoini Gebremeskel frewoini84@gmail.com
Michelle Michael michellemichael003@gmail.com
Special lunch ordering reminder
On September 20 we will be enjoying Max & Benny's. Parents have until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12 to order for the special lunch. Hot lunch service is NOT available on PTO special lunch days. If your child does not participate in the PTO special lunch program, they must bring a lunch and drink from home. Registration and ordering information is available here CLICK HERE .
Learn about community events!
Want to know what's going on around the community? District 30 uses a "Virtual Backpack" to share community information while saving paper, costs, and lightening the loads our students bring home. Please click the button below to view upcoming Community Events.
Health exam requirements
6th-graders and students new to Maple are required to provide the school with a health exam, which was completed within one year prior to the first day of school. Students new to Illinois will need to hand in a completed eye exam. Sixth graders must also provide the school with a dental exam form or waiver. All forms are available on the Maple website.
If your child will be participating in Maple athletics, it is required that your student have a health exam that was completed within one year prior to the last game of the season, on file in the health office.
Before any medication can be dispensed, the school must receive written instructions and a signed permission form from the student’s physician and parent. All medications must be properly labeled and kept in the Health Office. Parental permission must also be obtained for non-prescription medication.
Please contact the Health Office at 847-400-8908 if you have questions.
New GBN Homecoming date
A message from GBN & GBS
Middle school students must have parent at sports events
To help support the safety and security of athletic events held at Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South High Schools, middle school students must be accompanied by a parent who will be responsible for their supervision. Beginning August 25, middle school students will not be allowed to enter the event unless a parent or guardian is with them.
District 225 appreciates your cooperation in maintaining a safe environment for all of their guests.
Maple School
Main Office: 847-400-8900
Health Office: 847-400-8908Location: 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL, USA
Website: district30.org/maple