Weekly News from Kimball Hill
WEEK of April 19, 2021
A Message from the Principal
Dear Kimball Hill Parents & Guardians,
What a whirlwind of a year! Thank you to every teacher and parent for championing our students and helping to ensure their success through such a difficult time for all. I know this was not an easy year for anyone! Attached is our school-wide ABC School Community Activity. We have 26 days left to enjoy learning together, so let’s celebrate with our alphabet! Every day there will be a new theme! Get creative and have fun (click on the PDF below)! We hope to see all virtual and in-person students and staff participate in some extra fun!
Congratulations to our Pledge drawing winner this week: Alice from 4th grade won a mini fridge with bluetooth and speakers including $25 cash inside. Our school has currently raised over $12,000. Thank you to all our participating families and special thanks to our PTA President, Katie Schneider for all the work behind the scenes getting prizes to students and sparking such excitement!
As always, please reach out to me any time with questions or concerns at lacamerm@ccsd15.net
Warmly,
Michelle LaCamera
Kindergarten Orientation- New Families
Check out our current Kindergarten students below building 3-D cubes.
IAR (Illinois Assessment Readiness) Reminder: 3rd-6th Grades
For more information on this assessment, please click on https://www.isbe.net/iar
MAP Testing
In-person students will test April 30th, May 3rd-4th. If you have specific questions, please contact your child's teacher.
Virtual learners will take the test in person at Kimball Hill on April 28th: 2nd-4th graders at 1:00-3:25 & 5th-6th graders at 9:00am-11:50 am. If you cannot come, please email Laura Masa, our Assistant Principal.
Student Sectioning for 2021-22 School Year
During the next several weeks the teachers will begin the process of student sectioning for the 2021 - 2022 school year. In district 15, our school sectioning process is a team effort that is completed with great consideration and care. Your child’s current teacher, the grade level team, special area personnel and school administration each play an important role in the placement process. The team considers many factors and works to place each individual child into a classroom setting that best meets the educational needs of the child.
The staff considers and balances many factors in the sectioning process:
Individual learning Gender balance
Student Dynamics
Special Education and 504 needs
Support services needs
Class size (in line with BOE targets)
Academic strengths
Academic growth areas
We truly hope that you will rely on our professional judgment as we group the children with the idea of creating the very best learning environment for all students. Parental requests should be submitted in writing (letters or emails) to my attention no later than Friday, April 23, 2021. No letters can be accepted after this date as it impacts the overall balance of classrooms. Letters should cite reasons for wanting a specific learning environment, not a specific teacher or mention specific students; unless there is grave concern and even then we cannot guarantee placement due to the number of sections.
Classroom assignments at Kimball Hill School for the 2021-2022 school year will be available via Infinite Campus grades K-6 in mid-August after open registration has taken place, as directed by the district office. If you do not have an email address, you will receive your child’s assignment in the mail which means everyone will not receive their mailing on the same day.
PTA General Meeting #2 - Virtual
Time: Apr 21, 2021 07:30 PM
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Dates to Remember
April 5-19th School Fundraiser Pledge sponsored by PTA
April 19-26th ALL In person 3-6th graders take IAR (Illionois Assessment Readiness) test; Virtual learners that opted in TBD
April 20th School-wide ABC Community Activities Begin
April 27th Monthly Cougar Rally
April 30th Monthly Celebration: Favorite Team Shirt & Hat (if we meet our behavioral goal)
April 28th MAP Testing for Virtual Learners (at Kimball Hill) may opt out
April 30th, May 3-4th MAP Testing for in person learners
May 6th & 7th- No Classes for Students (Teacher Institute and Plan Day)
May 14th- Open House videos sent to all parents at 5:00pm
May or June TBD Kindergarten Orientation- Virtual
Registration for EXISTING FAMILIES
- Visit Campus Parent (https://ic.ccsd15.net/campus/portal/parents/palatine.jsp) to access Campus Parent. Please enroll your new student and any existing students for the 2021-22 school year.
- After registering online, parents will need to go in person to your child's school and provide:
- Required health, immunization, dental, and eye exams for students entering preschool, kindergarten, sixth-grade, and those who are new to the district.
- Proof of residency in District 15 is required for all incoming Kindergarten students, students in Grades 4 and 7, and students new to the district.
- Required health, immunization, dental, and eye exams for students entering preschool, kindergarten, sixth-grade, and those who are new to the district.
- Student fees are due by June 17, 2021.
Questions? Visit the registration video, Parent University for useful tips, our Infinite Campus page, or our FAQ page.
Please save your login information and bookmark the website for future access. Please note, Infinite Campus/Campus Parent is where you will find your child's class schedule/teacher assignment, grades, bus information and more!
Although Campus Parent is used in District 15, District 211, and District 214, each district has its own database/website. You will need to utilize the District 15 Campus Parent website to access your student's D15 information.
To submit a question regarding online registration, please fill out our online form. A District 15 representative will get back to you quickly.
District 15 Helpline Available
Do you need help and are not sure who to contact? Do you have concerns or worries about yourself or others? The District 15 helpline is only a call or text away Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Our student services staff are available during these stressful times. Call or text:
English: 847-460-2099
Spanish: 847-460-2129
Calls or texts received outside of these hours will be answered the following workday. You can reach out about multiple topics, including but not limited to:
Social or emotional concerns;
Resources such as food, housing and transportation; or
Ideas on how to support your child
Technology Troubleshooting
For assistance with technology, parents or students should call or email the school’s office. The school office can assist with troubleshooting or, if necessary, can replace a broken device with a loaner.
School Hours
School Hours: 8:45am-3:25pm
Morning Kindergarten: 8:45am-11:20am, Fridays: 8:45am-10:55am
Fridays: 8:45am-2:35pm
Afternoon Kindergarten: 12:50-3:25pm, Fridays: 12:25pm-2:35pm
Contact the Principal
Michelle LaCamera
Kimball Hill School
2905 Meadows Dr.
Rolling Meadows, 60008
847-963-5200