Pleasant Hill Weekly Newsletter
April 8, 2022
Happy Friday Everyone!
Happy Friday Everyone!
We are all waiting for some nice spring weather to come our way! Please continue to dress your student for the weather as I do not think we are out of the cold yet!
This week I continue to be amazed at the learning I see. Students are engaging in discourse with thier teachers and peers as well as producing quality work! Way to go PH!!
We finished the state assessments for grades 3-6 and are now gearing up for MAP (2nd - 6th) and Fastbridge (K-1st) assessments. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions regarding these assessements.
Our PTA is hard at work peparing for some awesome Spring events!! Look below as well as in the future for information. Thank you to our PTA for also sponsoring a Read-A-Thon! The participation from our PH community was amazing and we reached our school goal! All proceeeds go to our schools PTA for the cost of putting on thier community events. Than you everyone!!
Wishing everyone a relaxing and wonderful weekend! As always thank you for all of your support!
Warm Regards,
Dr. Morris
GO COUGARS!
COVID Communication
Going forward, we will be sending letters relating to COVID to classrooms impacted. If there is a case in the classroom, it will be treated as with other communicable diseases. If you have any concerns regarding a case or cases in your child's classroom, masks will be available for anyone who would like to wear one in the classroom. In addition, we will continue having additional cleaning measures in any impacted classrooms. If you have any questions, please call or email Dr. Morris.
D15 Teacher Tribute Program!!
Teachers inspire us all year long, but next month is a special time for you to show how you feel. Teacher Appreciation Day is May 3, 2022. The D15 one-five Foundation offers a wonderful way to acknowledge someone who has made a lasting impact and supports innovative education. It is easy to participate in this much-appreciated TEACHER TRIBUTE PROGRAM. Your contribution will be a welcome recognition for the teachers or staff you name, and it will help the Foundation continue its work on behalf of all District 15 students.
Tributes will run from April 4-28, 2022. For additional information please visit www.one-five.org.
Free Stem Lab Opportunity!!
Message From Our PTA!!
The next PTA meeting will be on Zoom. Please join us to hear what PTA is planning for the rest of the school year and updates from Dr. Morris.
Time: Apr 12, 2022 07:00 PM
Meeting ID: 254 231 6099
Passcode: PH2022
Thank you Pleasant Hill Families for donating to our Read-a-Thon! We were able to surpass our initial goal of $5000 which will help support upcoming events this school year. To celebrate, all students will receive a Pleasant Hill Bookmark AND a card for a free cookie at Crumbl Cookies in Schaumburg! We will also have Popsicle/Ice Cream on Field Day for Students and Staff to celebrate raising over $6000!
We are thrilled to announce a new school goal of $7500. The new goal will help pay for new recess equipment (balls, jump rope, cart, etc).
The Read-A-Thon is still going strong. It's not too late to participate. Please remind the students to keep reading and log in their minutes! https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2022PHreadathon
Make a Difference Week is coming up starting on April 18th!
We are still collecting items. Our Amazon wish list can be found using this link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1WBXXF9IHB031?ref_=wl_share. Please turn in or purchase all the items by Wednesday, April 13th. Thank you to all the families who have donated all ready!
We still have open positions on the PTA Executive Board for next year, the big one being President Elect. If you are interested in that one, or taking on a smaller role somewhere else please reach out and we can discuss what the best fit for you would be.
Ashley Gebhardt and Julie Boldt
PTA Presidents
Read - A - Thon a Success! Thank You Everyone!!
Thank you Pleasant Hill Families!!
Through the generous support of our friends and family, we were able to surpass our initial goal of $5000 which will help support upcoming events this school year (Cougar Carnival, Field Day, Multicultural Fest, Make A Difference).
To celebrate, all students will receive a Pleasant Hill Bookmark AND a card for a free cookie at Crumbl Cookies in Schaumburg!
Please keep an eye out in the backpacks for these goodies.
The fun keeps on continuing….
We will have Popsicle/Ice Cream on Field Day for Students and Staff to celebrate raising over $6000!
We are thrilled to announce a new school goal of $7500.
The new goal will help pay for new recess equipment (balls, jump rope, cart, etc).
If you helped, through a donation or by helping us spread the word: THANK YOU!
The Read-A-Thon is still going strong. It's not too late to participate.
https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2022PHreadathon
Please remind the students to keep reading and log in their minutes!
Thank you!
Pleasant Hill PTA
Update On Multicultural Fest Coming This Spring!!
Multicultural Fest
Multicultural Fest planning is in full swing! Our cultural group leaders would love to include students of Pleasant Hill to participate. If you share in any of the seven participating cultures and want to be a part of the event please email us at mcfchairperson@gmail.com We will connect you to the group leader in charge.
Our leading cultures include: Chinese Culture, German, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Polish. If you have a common background with any of these groups please let us know.
You can be a part of the Parade of Nations, singing The Universal Language song and some groups plan performances as well. We are also on the lookout for parent volunteers to assist in distributing food or facilitating activities that are planned by our group leaders.
This event is a great way to connect with people in our community and embrace our diversity. We strive to provide a warm and inviting environment. Your participation will make for lasting memories. Multicultural Fest will be held on Friday, May 20th, 2022 from 5pm-7:30pm.
Thank you,
Julie Boldt and Amanda Peldiak
Multicultural Fest Co-Chairs
PH PTA on Amazon Smile
Pleasant Hill PTA is on Amazon Smile. Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase to our PTA.
Sign up in four easy steps:
- Go to smile.amazon.com
- Find “Account & Lists” settings, under “Your Account” click on “AmazonSmile”
- Search for “Pleasant Hill PTA Inc”
- Select our school and start shopping
Free Developmental Screenings!
Free Developmental Screenings for children age birth to 33 months
Do you have a child under 3 years of age?
Do you have questions or concerns about his/
her development?
A free Developmental Screening for children ages birth to 33 months is offered to families through School District 15’s Early Intervention Program.
Where: John G. Conyers Learning Academy
2800 W. Central Road
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Date: Monday, April 11, 2022
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
How: Screenings are done by appointment only. To make an appointment, call
Genna Guttman, 847-963-3434.
For more information, please contact:
Melanie Mandarino
Early Intervention Facilitator
847-963-3410
Dental Services For Students!
Community Consolidated School District 15 will be hosting Orland Park Dental Services (OPDS) coming up in March through May. OPDS has provided in-school dental services for all eligible children in the State of Illinois since 1999. Dental services will be accessible to children eligible for public aid as well as for those with private insurance.
Anyone signed up will receive a free dental exam and a toothbrush. For those that qualify or provide private insurance information, the additional services may include cleaning, fluoride treatment, and sealants. All services done will be given to the child in a take-home form describing the services determined, areas of concern, overall oral care score, and any additional care needed. If any additional help is needed for the child a comprehensive list of available local dentists will be given with no limits of insurance. All these in-school services will be provided by licensed dentists, hygienists, and assistants with state-of-the-art portable equipment and ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment at your child’s school.
Browse the website for more information at www.opdsdental.com
Sign up here - https://opdsdentalservices.formstack.com/forms/community_consolidated_school_district_15
Clothing Donation Bins
Every year, many children in the Palatine area lack proper clothing for the Illinois’ winter weather. District 15 has a long-standing partnership with the PATH Community Closet. The Community Closet serves the Palatine area by providing donated clothing to children and families in need. The impact of COVID has left the Community Closet with less donated clothing than in past years. We are hoping you can help by donating any unwanted clothing items at your school’s yellow clothing donation bin. The bin is located in your school’s lobby. Parents or children can place clothing items into their school’s yellow bin during regular school hours. This is a great way to put your children’s gently used and outgrown clothing to good use! All clothing, especially winter wear, is much appreciated and will be put to good use.
Mobile App
The District 15 mobile app is available on the App Store and Google Play! To download the free app, search for "CCSD15."
This communication tool allows parents and students to quick access to important school and district information, including Campus Parent, the D15 Bullying Tip Line, a quick link to MyStop (bus stop location and pick-up times), lunch menus, schedules, parent/student handbook, directory information, school news, and more.
To see integrated student information on the app, click the "student information" button and log-in using your email address and your Campus Parent password. If you are unsure of your password, please visit Infinite Campus and click "forgot password." If you are still having trouble, please contact your school's main office for assistance.
To make sure you aren’t missing any notices, make sure you turn notifications ON for the mobile app.
We Need Your Help During Pick-up and Drop-off
-During the posted time on the sign by the back lot entrance. No left turn is allowed during drop-off between 8am and 9am heading north on Ceder.
-During the posted time on the sign located on the corner of Ceder and Michigan, no left turn is allowed heading south onto Cedar from Michigan.
-Drop off allows for one SINGLE file line in the circle drive in the morning. Please be patient as cars are stopping frequently to drop off students.
-Pick up allows for cars to park (not left unattended and running) along the curb. Double parking is not allowed.
-Students should not be crossing Cedar or Illinois to get to a vehicle without using he designated crosswalks. (A crossing guard is at Illinois and Birchwood, A crosswalk is at the corner of Michigan and Cedar)
-Students should ALWAYS exit a car on the passenger side while in the circle drive.
-If you are dropping off or picking up and decide to park in the parking lot, students must be escorted by an adult to the schools entrance. Students should not be going through the parking lot without an adult. This is extremely important.
Please think of the safety of all of our students and families during these times of the day.
Parent Nights 2021-2022
District 15 is excited to be partnering with local agencies to present information on the following topics for parents, guardians, families and community members. Mark your calendars and join us for these free, virtual workshops!
Motivation to Finish Strong
April 12, 2022
7-8 pm
Pre-Registration would be greatly appreciated
so please fill out this form!
We are also taking questions from our audience that will be answered during the workshops so please pre-register.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email Keli Swierczek at swierczk@ccsd15.net.
Spanish translation services will be offered during workshops.
Student Entrances and Exits
Doors Will Open at 8:18 each morning.
Thank you for your support!
Grades 1&2 - Door #3
Grade 3- Door #7
Grades 4&5 - Door #10
Grade 6- Door #11
Kindergarten - Door #4 (Mrs. Hickey) Door #5 (Mrs. Kehm)
Students Riding The Bus Will Enter and Exit The Front Doors
Dr. David Morris Ed.D
Email: morrisd@ccsd15.net
Website: ccsd15.net/PH
Phone: 847-963-5900