Big Hollow Schools
Big Hollow Primary and Elementary August 25, 2017
Lenayn Janusz, Principal
Welcome to the 2017-2018 School year!
Michelle Dzik, Principal
Big Hollow School District Mission and Vision
Our Vision "Big Hollow School District #38 will be a model of student achievement for elementary school districts in the State of Illinois."
Our Mission "Inspiring a diverse school community to be passionate and empathetic learners."
Curriculum Nights
Elementary curriculum night is scheduled for Thursday, August 31st.
This year our curriculum nights will be a little different than in years past. There will be two sessions offered to parents each night. Teachers will be greeting parents in their classrooms and we will begin promptly at 6 pm for session 1 and 6:30 pm for session 2. Parking will be available in the front and back of the building and doors will be open on both sides of the building for easy access. :) Please join your child's teacher for one of the following sessions:
Session 1:
6:00-6:25 pm
OR
Session 2:
6:30-6:55 pm
We look forward to seeing you!!! Please let us know if you have any questions
NEWS FROM THE WARRIOR CAFE
Once again our Warrior Cafe is offering breakfast every morning for our students. Menus are available on our website.
Lunch
This year, students will have two options for ordering lunch at school. Students will have the option of choosing a hot lunch from the Warrior Cafe, or a cold lunch from the Cafe. The cold lunch option will be available Tuesday, September 5th.
The price for a Big Hollow breakfast is: $1.50
The price for a hot or cold lunch from Big Hollow is: $2.75
Students may continue to purchase a separate or additional milk $0.50
You may add funds to your child's lunch/breakfast account by accessing Skyward.
Attendance Information and New Policy
With the conclusion of the summer drawing near, we felt that it is important to bring attention to a change in our attendance procedures for the 2017-2018 school year. The procedures were approved in August, and will begin guiding our practice as of August 22, 2017.
It is our goal to work with families to support this very important aspect of growth and learning. As we head into the new school year, please stay in contact with us for continued support in all areas, including ensuring your child is in attendance.
Our team is aware that many families may have questions. Please click HERE to find the attendance policy guidelines. Our goal is to work with you to determine how we may best support your family during this school year.
Some Friendly Reminders :)
Children may be dropped off starting at 8:15 am every morning. Students must exit the vehicle unassisted on the curb side only between the two crosswalks. Please proceed with caution through our drop off area. If you need to enter the office with your child for any reason, please park first and walk your child in. If you arrive after 8:35 am, parents must walk children in to the office and sign them in. These procedures are in place to ensure the safety of all.
PICK UP INFORMATION
Please enter the buildings at 3:15 pm to sign out and pick up your child. If you will be picking your child up every day, please make sure to complete an after school care form and submit it to the office. For occasional pick ups, the office must be notified before 2:15 pm. Elementary - 8477405321/ Primary- 8477405320 Thank you for cooperation.
PARENT VISITORS
Please remember to check into the front office when you are visiting our schools. The office will scan your driver's license and give you a visitor's pass.
Busing Information
We are looking forward to another great school year!
Birthday Treat and Classroom Party Treat Policies
New Staff Members!! :)
- Ivan Munoz, Assistant Principal for Primary & Elementary
- Miss Mellen- PreKindergarten
- Mrs. Leginski- moved from 1st grade special education to Kindergarten
-Mrs. Hoos - 1st grade special education teacher
- Miss Heath- Social Worker
- Mr. Keclik - Social Worker
- Miss Weiland- Speech Teacher
-Ms. Frazier - Speech Teacher
- Mrs. Lancaster - 2nd grade
- Ms. Smith moved from Kindergarten to 2nd grade
- Miss Boeger- 2nd grade
- Mrs. Glover - 3rd grade team
- Miss Jacobs- 3rd grade team
- Miss Coletto moved from 5th grade to 4th grade
- Mrs. Mantzoukis - Bilingual Spanish Teacher
- Dr. Pittman-Special Services Director
- Dr. Nettis- Psychologist!
- Mrs. Tompkins - Paraprofessional, 2nd grade
- Mrs. LaMantia - Paraprofessional, 3rd grade
Big Hollow/Volo Sportsplex Early Release After School Enrichment Program
Big Hollow and A Child's Place/Volo SportsPlex have partnered to provide after school enrichment on the 16 early release days this school year. Upon early release days, children will be bussed to the Volo Sports Plex. Structured activities will be provided. Cost is $10 per day per child.
Please click here for a link to the registration flyer. All forms must be returned by 8/25 to take advantage of the program starting 9/1.
PLEASE PARTNER WITH US!!!
Please feel free to reach out to Ms. Michelle Dzik at the Elementary School 8477405321, or Mrs. Lenayn Janusz at the Primary School 8477405320 if you are interested.
Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
Follow Big Hollow Primary on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BigHollowPri/
Instagram @BigHollowPri
Twitter @BigHollowPri
Follow Big Hollow Elementary School on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/bighollowelem Instagram @bighollowelementary
Twitter @bighollowelem
Save the Dates!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
August 29th - Primary School Curriculum Night 6-7 pm
August 31st- Elementary School Curriculum Night 6-7 pm
September 1- Early Release 1:15 pm
September 4- NO SCHOOL- LABOR DAY
September 8- Picture Day!!
September 11- School Board Meeting 7 pm
September 11-15- Attendance Week!
Donations from Office Max
Parents- if you are interested in helping us get donations from Office Max, we would love your assistance! Office Max/Office Depot donates 5% back to Big Hollow School District when you make purchases at their stores! You just have to provide the school ID when you shop online, in-store, or by phone:
BHSD Primary: ID #70115039
BHSD Elementary: ID #70032818
BHSD Middle: ID #70032817