Norton Creek Elementary
Friday E-News-April 21, 2023
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
4/24/23- Policy Committee Meeting (Haines Center) 5pm
4/24/23- Business Services Meeting (Haines Center) 5:30pm
4/26/23- Early Release Day-Elementary Schools (School Day ends at 2:10pm)
5/03/23- Learning and Teaching Meeting (Haines Center) 5:30pm
From The Principal......Tony White
Being an elementary school, we are keenly aware that we will be a piece of our Eagles' and families' nostalgia - kind of like Disney. Knowing this, we truly seek to build a positive experience that will stick with our Eagles and families for literally decades to come. We have this incredible cast of characters in our teachers, teaching assistants, nurses, main office team, custodian, and maintenance that our Eagles can feel a personal connection to. And that cast of characters work together to create the experience your Eagle lives each day. Our goal is that well into adulthood, our Eagles can think of Norton Creek and smile. Along with our focus on academic growth, we have a strong interest and investment in the kind of person each Eagle becomes. That cannot be done without authentic relationships being built with each Eagle at a level that leaves them with no doubt that they belong here and are truly cared for.
As the majority of our Eagles walk in, they're greeted multiple times by multiple members of our Norton Creek team. There's fun music playing at the front door. We want them to feel like they have literally walked into a whole new world that exists just for them that they belong in. We really do want them to have that Disney effect when they step onto our grounds each morning.
This is a peak behind the curtain and a look at the method behind my madness as principal of Norton Creek. It's all a bit lofty and as anything - a work in progress. If we're going to be "the happiest place on earth," that means we need to be as intentional as Disney is with their design. This takes all of us pulling on the same end of the same rope at the same time. I have always felt like leading Norton Creek, I have an army behind me. To pull off the experience we're aiming for with each Eagle, we'll need one. And I thank you all for your partnership!
Have a wonderful weekend, Norton Creek, making memories with your favorite people!
Medical Forms and Medication information
Dear Parents:
It’s hard to believe there is only a few weeks of school left. This is a reminder that you will need to come to school to pick up your child’s medication by the last day of school, Friday May 26 by 2:45 PM. Those medications that are not picked up at the end of the year will be disposed of. Per D303 policy, we are not able to keep medication here over the summer for reuse in the fall. Students may not transport any daily medications or over-the-counter medications. All medications would have to be picked up by a parent or adult designee with the parent’s permission.
Thinking ahead to next school year, if your child had medication or physician orders or action plans in the health office, your child will need a new form completed for the 2023-24 school year. If you are in need of any of the asthma, allergy, seizure, or medication authorization forms, the forms can be found at:
Please call the health office with any questions. Forms can be emailed to nor-office@d303.org, faxed, or dropped off to the main office.
Thank you and have a wonderful summer!
Norton Creek Nurses
Ph: 331-228-2704
Fax: 331-228-2701
SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE
Kindergarten thru 5th Grades-
8:00am-3:00pm
Students can be dropped off at 7:45am for the school day. It you arrive before that time please keep your child with you until 7:45 as there is no supervision outside until then.
Our school office is open from 7:30am until 4:00pm on school days.
Concert At The Creek-1st and 3rd Grade
The Norton Creek 1st and 3rd Grades proudly present:
CHARACTER COUNTS!
Thursday, April 27th, 2023
Norton Creek Elementary School
6:00 pm
Community Room
5:40pm—Students arrive at Norton Creek
Parents drop off students at front entrance
Students go directly to their classrooms
5:45—Audience may enter the CR
5:50—1st and 3rd grades enter the CR with their classroom teachers
6:00—SHOW TIME!
(concert will run approximately 35 minutes)
Please take a moment to read the note below about Concert Attire!
In honor of our concert theme this year,
Character Counts! students are encouraged to wear Norton Creek spirit wear and school colors! Students may wear comfortable shoes and clothes, but please no rips, tears, or holes.
Thank you so much for your support! During this concert unit we have been focusing on “Concert Best” behavior, best singing posture, using our healthy singing voices, and part independence! Character counts a great deal at Norton Creek and we have been engaging in some amazing conversations about positive character traits, making good choices, and respecting the Norton Creek 3Bs! We understand that we can take these honorable qualities
with us wherever we go!
We are excited to share our learning with you!
If you have questions, please email me directly!
Thank you!
Mrs. Beetstra
K-5 Music
In the interest of going green, please check
the Norton Creek e-newsletters for all music information!
Thanks!
-Mrs. Beetstra
adrianne.gallaugher-beetstra@d303.org
Save The Date-Band Event
FRIENDLY REMINDERS FROM THE OFFICE
A few reminders to keep the school year going.....
What time can my student arrive to school?
We open the doors at 7:45am for student arrival every morning. Students should not be dropped off before that time as there is no supervision for students. If you arrive before drop off time please keep your child in your car until the appropriate time.
How do I report an absence?.
Absences should be called in by 7:45 AM if your child will be absent for any portion of the day. The number is 331-228-2700 and has voicemail. You can call during the evening or overnight and leave a message. Please leave your child’s name and the reason why your child is out. If they are ill, please indicate their symptoms.
Even if you notify your child's teacher of an absence via email, we ask that you please still notify the office at nor-office@d303.org. Please note that if your child is sick, they should be fever free and have no vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours before returning to school. Of course, you can always email the teacher as well, but you need to formally notify the school of any student absence.
Is your child leaving school early?
Also, if you will be picking up your child early or taking your child out for an appointment, please let our front office know as early in the day as possible by calling the main number at 331-228-2700 or email at nor-office@d303.org. This can be very helpful should a pick-up time be when the child is in specials or at lunch. Kids can be indoors as well as outdoors depending on their schedule and it can take a few extra minutes to locate and get the child down to the office for an early pickup if they are not in their classroom.
What if my child has a change in dismissal/transportation?
Please let the school know as early as possible if there is a occasional change to your child dismissal by emailing nor-office@d303.org and your child's teacher or call the office directly at 331-228-2701. If it is after 12pm please call the office directly so that we can ensure your child gets the notification of changes. Dismissal time can be very hectic and to help ensure a smooth dismissal, getting any transportation changes for students early is very helpful. Simply call the school office or email at nor-office@d303.org and let them know.
Will your child arrive late to school?
If your child is arriving after 8:00am please walk them into the school and sign them in.
Note: Save our school number in your contacts. Norton Creek Elementary: (331) 228-2700.
PREARRANGED ABSENCES
Students must apply for the privilege of using prearranged absence days through the principal’s office.
This completed form must be turned in at least (2) school days prior to the requested absence to the main office.
The building principal or designee has the authority to grant up to (5) days of excused absence per year
for the following types of absences:
Participation in regional and/or national contests or awards
Family vacation—qualified by the phrase “accompanied by parent”
Special religious events
MESSAGE FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Illinois State law requires that all Kindergarten & 2nd Grade students will have an oral health examination. You may have already completed this requirement. If you have not, a licensed dentist must perform the dental exam and he/she shall sign and date the report form. This exam is due by May 15th of the school year.
The Illinois Department of Public Health has established a waiver for children who show undue burden or lack of access to a dentist. Parents or legal guardians who object to the dental examinations on religious grounds shall present to the school a signed, detailed statement of the objection.
Forms can be found at:
If you have any questions, please contact the Health Office at 331-228-3004
LRC MONTHLY COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
LUNCH SCHEDULES
LUNCH SCHEDULES:
2nd Grade:11:00-11:20
5th Grade: 11:20-11:40
Kindergarten: 11:40-12:00
RISE Students: 11:40-12:00
1st Grade: 12:00-12:20
3rd Grade: 12:20-12:40
4th Grade: 12:40-1:00
If your student forgets their lunch please email the classroom teacher and drop off at the main office. Please label with the students full name.