Sheridan Newsletter 1.27.23
January 27, 2023
A Message from the Principal
Dear Sheridan Families,
Well, we knew it was coming… winter has fully arrived. As much as we were enjoying a fairly mild season, the snow this week made recess VERY fun… and wet. Thank you for sending your children prepared for outside play and for what was surely a big laundry week to get everything ready for the following day. It looks like this pattern will continue through Monday, so advance thanks for the rinse and repeat! When the frigid temps arrive next week, recess will likely be inside, so we are also welcoming in games that can be quickly played during the 20-minute recess periods.
Coming soon: February and Valentine’s Day. Next week, all of our Sharks will participate in the APT “Spread the Love” card-making event, which will be shared with area nursing homes, local police and fire departments, veterans, and city workers. This is part of the APT’s Social-Emotional programming and an authentic way for our students to bring joy to others. Also, Valentine’s Day party plans are in the works - be on the lookout for information coming from your room parents. Just a reminder that snacks must be store-bought and ingredients available for our nurse to review. We love non-food activities and games that can be enjoyed by all. We look forward to seeing all the hearts, sparkles, and displays of love and friendship!
Sincerely,
Susan
From Your Librarian! A lot has been happening in the Library from before school 4th grade helpers, book checkouts and social time to Kindergarten Creativity and Imagination through literature, 1st Grade Research Skills and Coding with Dash the Robot, 2nd Grade designing and building Literary Settings for a book they love, 3rd Grade Digital Citizenship and Cyberbullying and 4th Grade Digital Citizenship and Information Literacy skills. It is abuzz with activity!
Attached please find a Fact Sheet from Common Sense Media on Cyberbullying if interested in followup discussions with your child. Common Sense Media Cyberbullying Fact Sheet
Also, we have a lot of outstanding books! Please help your child remember to find her/his library books at home and return them to school for others to enjoy!
From Wellness: SAVE THE DATE! Kids Heart Challenge is kicking off on: February 6, 2023
We are excited to partner with the American Heart Association and start our Kids Heart Challenge program. Kids Heart Challenge helps students develop ways to keep their hearts happy and healthy for their whole lives AND spreads the mission and the message of the AHA!
Can't wait to learn more and meet our heart heroes this year? Check this out!
Want to get a jump start and join us NOW, register at: heart.org/KHC. (then search for Sheridan)
Choose your daily health challenge to Move More or Be Kind and earn your own TORCH WRISTBAND so you can help light the way!
Students who raise $150 before your KHC Kick-Off will earn our collector’s edition XL Frankie to add to your Heart Heroes! This fundraiser is run completely on-line. No money will be collected at school.
Spring Break 2023 Calendar Reminder - March 27-31
You may recall that last year Districts 65, 67, and 115 assessed parent, guardian, and staff interest in moving Spring Break 2023 (previously scheduled for March 20-24) later by one week. The survey was done in response to community feedback that our Districts had fallen out of sync with the dates of Spring Break in most of our neighboring communities. Survey results for staff and families in Districts 65, 67, and 115 indicated a preference for moving Spring Break one week later this year.
With this in mind, each District’s Board of Education approved moving Spring Break 2023 to March 27-31. Students missing school before or after this window in March will be considered absent. We realize some families have made travel arrangements for the earlier week that they cannot change. We will try to work with those families. Parents and guardians whose children will be out the week before our scheduled Spring Break are asked to reach out directly to their students' homeroom teacher to make a plan for the week of school they will miss.
Attendance matters. Even when an absence is excused, it is still legally considered an absence by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). To move our ISBE summative designation from Commendable to Exemplary, we must continue to focus on academics - and make sure absenteeism stays low. Attendance directly before and after Spring Break is strongly encouraged.
Thank you,
Susan
World Language Week
In honor of World Language Week, we invite all district families to join us at Deer Path Middle School on Wednesday, March 8th, for a night to travel around the globe and visit the different cultures that D67 represents. We are looking for families or groups who are willing to set up a table and make a poster board (here are some table ideas) to share your heritage culture. Please respond on this Google form if you would like to participate. Questions? Please contact Vail Kieser, Director of teaching and learning, vkieser@lfschools.net.
World Language Selection Deadline: January 30
Attention Fourth Grade Parents
Students in 4th grade need to commit to studying a world language for 5th – 8th grade. That chosen language will become a key part of his/her overall Deer Path Middle School experience. This year, your child either studied Spanish or Mandarin (Cherokee only). You have the option of continuing in that language or selecting another language (current options are Spanish, French, Latin or Mandarin).
We are asking that you make your selection using the World Language Selection Form by Monday, January 30. If you do not respond, your child will be placed in a language based on availability. We truly believe all of our languages will provide a rich, valuable and intercultural learning experience. Please use this link for additional information.
District Update
District 67 Kindergarten Registration Parent Information Night
District 67 parents/guardians of incoming kindergarten students for the 2023-2024 school year are invited to attend a Kindergarten Information Night on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 6:30pm - 7:15pm at your neighborhood school.
Cherokee School, 475 E. Cherokee Road
Everett School, 1111 Everett School Road
Sheridan School, 1360 N. Sheridan Road
At the Kindergarten Information Night, you will meet the Kindergarten staff, learn more about programs and curriculum, and visit classrooms. Each school will also have computers set up for parents to complete online pre-registration, which is the first step in the enrollment process. If you cannot attend Parent Information Night, you can pre-register by visiting our website beginning 2/1/2023.
LET’S TALK | Resources for Struggling Learners
Please join us for our next LET’S TALK presentation on February 2, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Board Room, hosted by Superintendent Dr. Matthew Montgomery.
All students have different strengths and areas for growth specific to learning styles and academic achievement. During our presentation, we will explain the available resources that all students can access through our Multi-Tiered Systems of Support framework for times when they struggle to make friends, understand a new concept, have trouble concentrating, are unsure how to start a project, need help studying for an exam or lack organization and time management skills. We will be available to answer questions about resources to support your child will also explain the process if your child may need additional assistance through a 504 Plan or an Individualized Education Plan.
Joining Dr. Montgomery will be Dr. Jeff McHugh, Dr. Jenny Sterpin, Dr. Patrick Sassen, John Maher, David Hain, JoAnn Ford-Halvorsen, and Dr. John Frampton.
Dr. John Frampton is a co-founder of FPS, and is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults with a variety of emotional and behavioral needs. Dr. Frampton has over 20 years of experience serving clients in private practice, school systems as an educational leader, and as an adjunct professor.
Please submit your questions using this form no later than Tuesday, January 31, at 10:00 AM.
LET'S TALK | D115 Referendum
Join Dr. Montgomery on Wednesday, February 8 for an overview and Q & A regarding the upcoming D115 Referendum. The event will be held in the Little Theater at Lake Forest High School - East Campus, 1285 N. McKinley Rd., starting at 7:00 PM.
Please submit your questions using this form by no later than Monday, February 6, at 5:00 PM.
APT News and Events
Thank you to the Winter Party Committee: Noel Dolan, Jenny Akemann, Kaylan Kane, Heather Gaspar, Katie Ozog and Whitley Herbert for planning a fun evening!
Please reach out if you have any questions!
Elyse Butler
Sheridan APT President 2022-24
(773) 793-2699
Follow Sheridan APT on Instagram & Facebook! Stay up-to-date on APT events and activities by following us on Instagram at @SheridanAPT67 and https://www.facebook.com/sheridanapt
Spirit News
ATTENTION District 67 Families!
Your Grant Applications are Due February 9th by 3:00pm. The quality of enrichment provided by the Spirit of 67 Foundation grants is priceless. Please consider your wishes and submit your application ASAP to help the Spirit enrich all of our students! www.spiritof67foundation.org/grants
SAVE THE DATE and “ROCK THE SPIRIT”
April 29th is the date of our spring fundraiser. A fun date night with live music, food, beverages, auction, raffles and a paddle raise! More details to come!
Join Our Board
Volunteer to serve on the Spirit of 67 Foundation Board! We have the perfect role for you! https://spirit67.wufoo.com/forms/z196qa0y1ex63x8/
Community News & Events
Visit the Green Backpack or the front page of your school website to view the latest programs offered in our community.
The “CROYA Bowl” Fundraiser is Saturday, February 11 from 3:00 – 5:30 pm at the CROYA Student Union.
Wild Dust Tickets Are Available!
"Yee-Haw! Come to the Wild West with your fellow pioneers to see Wild Dust! This comic romp is filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors, and one very dead body. Get your tickets soon! Performances are Thursday-Saturday 2/2-2/4. TICKETS
1360 N. Sheridan Rd.
Lake Forest, IL 60045