Divine Providence School
Home and School Connection - October 25, 2019
Announcing our new parish name!
Pre-kindergarten goes to the fire station!
Even though it was windy, chilly and started drizzling on our walk back to school, we had a fun and informative visit to the Westchester Fire Department on Tuesday. Lieutenant Martin (PreK 3 Mrs. Martin's husband) and Firefighter Eric showed us where they sleep, eat and watch T.V. Then we all went into the big garage and explored a big red engine. They showed us their equipment including the jaws of life. When they are fully geared up they are 100 pounds heavier! The children asked all kinds of questions such as "Where do you brush your teeth?" and "Do you have a spotted dog?" and "Do you get to watch T.V. when you eat dinner?".
Good time had by all even though we got a little damp on the walk back to Divine Providence.
Special Lunch Day - November 7th
Prayer
We pray for many different reasons. One reason may be to help us feel stronger, especially in times of trouble. At Maas, we pray for our Church, world leaders, for people in a time of crisis, those who are sick, those who have died, and we pray in thanksgiving for those that we love.
All Saints Day - No School, please join 9 AM Mass on this Holy Day of Obligation!
To learn more about All Saints Day, click on the picture to the left!
Family Mass on November 10th!
Uniform reminders- from our handbook
2019-20 DRESS CODE
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
General uniform policies for boys and girls are as follows:
● Students in preschool, prekindergarten, and kindergarten do not wear uniforms, but must adhere to the shoe/sock policy listed below
● Twill navy pants or shorts for boys and girls may be purchased at stores other than Schoolbelles, as long as they are uniform brands, such as French Toast or Lands End. Cargo styles and dockers are examples of styles that are not allowed.
● Divine Providence uniform sweatshirts, fleece jackets, and Spiritwear are optional and are the ONLY type of sweatshirts and jackets allowed in class
● Navy walking shorts may only be worn from August 20th until October 15th, and from April 15thuntil the last day of school
● Solid, dark colored belts are mandatory for all boys as well as all girls wearing uniform trousers or shorts. Belts should be basic (no designs, etc.)
Boys Grades 1 – 8
● White knit short sleeve-monogrammed shirt
● Navy dress twill trousers or shorts (within the designated time periods)
Girls Grades 1 – 4
● Round neck pleated jumper OR
● Navy dress twill trousers or shorts (within the designated time periods)
● Oxford cloth blouse, short or long sleeved, polo (Schoolbelles) or white turtleneck shirt
● Monogrammed knit over-blouse (polo), short or long sleeve, from Schoolbelles
● Optional approved uniform items: monogrammed sweatshirt and fleece jacket purchased at Schoolbelles;
navy blue (plain) cardigan sweater; any approved “Spiritwear”
Girls Grades 5 – 8
● Kilt skirt or split skirt. Skirts must be no more than 3 inches above the knee OR
● Navy dress twill trousers or shorts (within the designated time periods)
● Monogrammed knit over-blouse (polo), short or long sleeve, from Schoolbelles
● Optional approved uniform items: monogrammed sweatshirt and fleece jacket purchased at Schoolbelles; navy blue (plain) cardigan sweater; any approved “Spiritwear
Shoes and Socks for Boys and Girls:
● All students in grades PK – 8 must have shoes that are fully closed and/or tied. Light up shoes are not allowed.
● Boots may be worn to and from school, but not during the school day
● All styles of platform shoes, flip flops, sandals, slippers/moccasins, and “crocs” are a safety hazard and are therefore prohibited
Solid socks in red, navy, white, green, black and gray are allowed. Girls may wear solid color tights, nylons, knee highs, or crew socks.
Violations of the uniform code will result in an out of uniform notice being issued. Repeated infractions will warrant additional consequences.
Important Uniform Situations
It has been noticed that the uniform policy is not being correctly abided by. Please note that leggings worn to school must be removed before school starts at 8AM and can be put back on after the dismissal bell. Socks may only be a solid color- no prints
*****STUDENTS MUST MAINTAIN THEIR NATURAL HAIR COLOR****
*****Only DP approved sweatshirts are allowed to be worn in school*****
NEW! School Advisory Board
Original Works
What about the weather?
Typically, you would get notified about students not coming to school through several different forms of communication- email, text message and phone call. While we try to give as much notice as possible if we think the school will be closed, it can come as late as one hour before school starts. ***Just because students do not report to school, doesn't mean they don't have work to do! Per an earlier newsletter, we have introduced "Alternative Learning Days". Students will have work either posted online or sent in an email regarding what work needs to be done. This link will take you back to beginning of the school year about "Alternative Learning Days"
Important Upcoming Dates
October 26 - Middle School Dance
October 31 - FSA Spooky Halloween Lunch followed by our Halloween parade in the afternoon!
November 1 - NO SCHOOL, Teacher in-service
November 1 - All Saints' Day
November 2 - All Souls' Day
November 3 - Change Clocks! Fall BACK one hour!
November 7 - Special Lunch Day
November 8 - End of first Trimester
November 12 - Late start
November 15 - Reports Cards sent home
November 25 - Picture retake day
November 26 - 11:30 dismissal
November 26 - Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30PM - 8:00 PM
November 27 - 29 - NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break
CLICK HERE for the most up to date school calendar (Calendar subject to change)
Recognizing DP Staff!
Your recognition can take the form of a private "Good Job" to that staff member or we may post it here in our school newsletter- that is up to you! Anyone at DP can be recognized- teachers, teacher assistants, staff and administration. Thank you for taking the time. This will be available all school year! Click on the form below.
Divine Providence School
Email: lynn.letourneau@archchicago.org
Website: dprov.org
Location: 2500 Mayfair Avenue, Westchester, IL, USA
Phone: 708-562-2258