Week at a Glance April 15, 2019
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Admin Update
This past week we were able to celebrate many of our Super Star teachers through our annual District 203 Awards which recognizes exemplary teachers, support staff, community members and administrators within our school district. There were no shortages of Steeple Run nominations this year, for more information and recognitions please check out our twitter feed: https://twitter.com/steeplerun203?lang=en.
Our 3rd-5th grade students have been doing an outstanding job demonstrating their knowledge on this year's state testing known as the Illinois Assessment for Readiness (IAR). We would like to thank you for your partnership as we encouraged our Super Star students this past week. If you have any questions regarding the assessment please contact Ms. Bailey (meganbailey@naperville203.org).
This week please join us for our monthly Connecting Over Coffee meeting on Thursday, April 18th at 8:30am. If you scroll down and take a moment to look through our announcements you will see just how impactful our Home & School organization is on our students' and teachers' experience at Steeple Run. Fun Run, 5th Grade Appreciation Lunch, Portillo’s Fundraiser, and End of the Year Star Dollars are just a small sample of what Home and School brings to our school community!
I believe Home & School is an essential and transformative organization. Please consider getting involved through what we call committee chair/co-chair positions or through our extended direct donation drive that supports the great work of our Home & School organization!
Sincerely,
Principal Louis
Summer Learning 2019!
Announcements
Reminder - Our New Online Annual Update (2019-20 Spring Registration) opened on April 4th and needs to be completed by May 3, 2019!
All families need to update their student’s information through their Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Census Verification Forms will no longer be sent home with your students.
Parent/Guardians can complete the Online Annual Update in three easy steps:
Step 1: Log into your Campus Portal Account
· All Parent/Guardians should have a Campus Portal account
· If you do not have a Campus Portal Account, please email parentsupport@naperville203.org
· Forgot your Username or Password?
· Use the Forgot your password or the Forgot your username link on the bottom of the Campus Portal Login page.
Step 2: Complete the Annual Update by May 3, 2019
· Select Online Annual Update from your Navigation Panel
· Review all the pages in the pre-populated forms
· Confirm that the information is accurate.
· Submit the application for approval processing
Step 3: Deliver required health documents to your child’s school.
· Please visit www.naperville203.org/healthservices for a list of required Exams and Immunizations.
· It is recommended that all health forms be delivered to the health office by the first day of school.
Don’t have a computer?
If you do NOT have access to a computer at home, call the school to arrange an appointment to stop in and complete the Online Annual Update - 630.420.6385. The school will be equipped to accommodate parents who do NOT have access to internet or a computer at home.
Si no tiene accesso a una computadora en casa, llame a la escuela para hacer una cita para pasar y completar la actualización anual en línea - 630.420.6385. La escuela estaran equipadas para apoyar a los padres que no tienen acceso a internet o a una computadora en casa.
Moving?
If you have moved or will be moving, please complete the Online Annual Update with your new address. All documentation for change of addresses need to be brought to our main office at 203 W. Hillside Ave. Naperville, 60502. Please call (630) 548-4320 for more information.
Need more information?
Please view our helpful Annual Update video to learn more!
For more information or questions regarding the Online Annual Update for returning students, please contact Parent Support at 630-420-6825 or email us at parentsupport@naperville203.org.
End of Year Star Dollars
Do you want to honor your student’s teacher, staff member, or bus driver with an end-of-school year gift? Do you need gift cards for end of the year events like graduations, coaches' gifts, or other special occasions? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then consider “Star Dollars"! Star Dollars is a fundraising program sponsored by Steeple Run Home & School (H&S) with the help of an outside vendor, Shop with Scrip. It is really just an easy way to purchase gift cards. Watch for the flyer to come home via backpack mail, and orders/payments are due Friday, April 26th. Contact Megan Manley with any questions at mkmanley10@gmail.com.
Portillo’s Fundraising Event - THIS WEEK!
Support Steeple Run Home & School in a delightfully tasty way! Visit the Portillo's at 950 E. Ogden Ave, on Tuesday, April 16th between 5 and 8pm. Just bring this flyer, show it on your smartphone, or mention Steeple Run Home & School at checkout (Everyone going through the drive-thru must inform the first order taker) and they will generously donate 20% of the proceeds back to Home & School. A flyer will be sent home via e-mail and backpack mail. Please contact Meghan Sciortino or Missy Ulrich at steeplerunhandsbenefits@gmail.com with any questions.
CONNECTING OVER COFFEE - APRIL 18TH
Summer is just around the corner and we have several fun events planned to wrap up the school year! Please JOIN US at our next Connecting Over Coffee meeting this Thursday, April 18th at 8:30am in the Multipurpose Room to learn about the Steeple Run Fun Run Relay (May 17th), plans for Teacher Appreciation Week (week of May 6th) , and several special events we have lined up to celebrate our 5th graders! We will also vote on our 2019-2020 H&S executive board slate and review the programs we intend to fund next year. We hope to see you there!
Committee Chairs for 2019-2020 School Year
Are you looking to get more involved at Steeple Run, but aren’t sure how? We have the answer! We are currently planning for the 2019-2020 school year, and are looking to fill several open Home & School committee chair/co-chair roles. Chairperson sounds formal...but it isn't! We are just a group of parents working together to support our school and students. All of the materials from prior years are available to you, so you won't be starting from scratch! We have a variety of open roles that accommodate both working parents and those with daytime availability. A flyer was sent home last week via backpack mail listing the committees needing volunteers. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Baugh at steeplerunhands@gmail.com.
5th Grade Teacher Appreciation Luncheon - Save the Date
Attention 5th grade parents! On Friday, May 3rd, our 5th grade students and families will host a luncheon for the 80+ teachers and staff at Steeple Run. Keep an eye on backpack mail - a flyer will be sent home with additional information soon. We will need families to donate food and volunteer to help at the event Students are welcome to attend and help, but a parent/guardian must also be in attendance.
Direct Donation Drive Extended!
The Direct Donation Drive to support Home & School has been extended! If you have not already done so, please consider donating to your Home & School! This is an easy way for you to financially support programming that directly impacts your students at Steeple Run, such as assemblies, birthday books and field trips. Please see our flyer here with more information on this program, as well as instructions on how to donate. Please make checks payable to Steeple Run Home & School. We appreciate your support!
Steeple Run Family Fun Run - Save the Date
Our 3rd Annual Steeple Run Family Fun Run will take place on Friday, May 17th. Save the date - you won't want to miss this great family event! Further information will be sent home via backpack mail.
Jefferson Jr. High 5th Grade Parent Orientation:
Welcome to the Jefferson community! Please read the attached letter about different upcoming events to help with the transition to junior high. There is also an order form for spirit wear. We look forward to seeing parents on April 17th at 7p.m. to begin the discussion about the orientation process.
Thank you,
Malee Farmer, Assistant Principal
Jefferson Jr. High
Transición de 5º a 6º Grado
Estimadas próximas familias Patriot,
¡Bienvenidos a la comunidad de Jefferson! Por favor lean la carta adjunta sobre los próximos eventos para ayudarles con la transición a la escuela secundaria (junior high). También les mandamos un formulario para pedir la ropa de la escuela. Esperamos ver a los padres el 17 de abril a las 7 de la noche para comenzar a contarles el proceso de orientación.
Gracias,
Malee Farmer, Subdirectora
Jefferson Jr. High
Week at a Glance:
NOTE: There will be NO Morning Math sessions this week.
Tues., April 16th:
Running Club 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Outside – John Lies Memorial Running Track
Students should not be dropped off prior to 7:30 as there may not be adult supervision.
IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER OR ANY SIGNS OF RAIN, RUNNING CLUB WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THAT MORNING.
Young Rembrandts – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
4th Grade Book Grabbers – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Portillo’s Fundraiser - Visit the Portillo's at 950 E. Ogden Ave, on Tuesday, April 16th between 5 and 8pm. Just bring this flyer, show it on your smartphone, or mention Steeple Run Home & School at checkout (Everyone going through the drive-thru must inform the first order taker) and they will generously donate 20% of the proceeds back to Home & School.
Wed., April 17th:
Bricks 4 Kidz 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
5th Grade Parent Orientation at both Jefferson Jr. High and Kennedy Jr. High at 7:00 p.m.
Thurs., April 18th:
Running Club 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Outside – John Lies Memorial Running Track
Students should not be dropped off prior to 7:30 as there may not be adult supervision.
IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER OR ANY SIGNS OF RAIN, RUNNING CLUB WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THAT MORNING.
H&S Connecting Over Coffee – 8:30 a.m. – MPR
Fri., April 19th:
NO SCHOOL
Looking Ahead:
Mon., April 22nd:
Morning Math – By Invitation Only - 7:15 – 8:00 a.m.
Battle of the Books Preliminary Round (Battle Team Only) Semi Finals – KJHS
4th Grade 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
5th Grade 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tues., April 23rd:
Running Club 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Outside – John Lies Memorial Running Track
Students should not be dropped off prior to 7:30 as there may not be adult supervision.
IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER OR ANY SIGNS OF RAIN, RUNNING CLUB WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THAT MORNING.
Inside/Out Club – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Young Rembrandts – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Battle of the Books – Finals (Battle Team Only) – Nichols Library
4th Grade – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
5th Grade – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Wed., April 24th:
Morning Math – By Invitation Only - 7:15 – 8:00 a.m.
FIELD TRIP – 4th Grade to Pfeiffer Hall – NCC – Katherine Applegate Author Presentation – 8:30 – 10:15 a.m.
FIELD TRIP – 4th & 5th Grade Band Students to KJHS for dress rehearsal – 12:45 – 2:15 p.m. Students should have their instrument and music stand.
Bricks4Kidz – 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Band Concert – KJHS – 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., April 25th:
Morning Math – By Invitation Only - 7:15 – 8:00 a.m.
Running Club 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Outside – John Lies Memorial Running Track
Students should not be dropped off prior to 7:30 as there may not be adult supervision.
IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER OR ANY SIGNS OF RAIN, RUNNING CLUB WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THAT MORNING.
FIELD TRIP – 3rd Grade to Sci-Tech Museum in Aurora 8:30 – noon.
Fri., April 26th:
End of the Year Star Dollar Orders/Payment Due
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Steeple Run Elementary School
- Self-directed learners who make responsible choices; seek out and persist in quality learning experiences; set purposeful and achievable goals; assess and reflect upon their learning;
- Collaborative workers who demonstrate respect for self and others; work cooperatively within a group towards a common goal, and are productive group members;
- Complex thinkers who successfully access, evaluate and utilize information; problem-solve strategically; and express their knowledge and learning through a variety of mediums;
- Quality producers who efficiently and effectively use learning resources to construct purposeful, authentic and creative products that represent their learning while assessing the quality of their work;
- Community contributors who have an understanding of others’ abilities, cultures and beliefs and use that knowledge to impact their world by exercising their rights and responsibilities as compassionate citizens.
At Steeple Run we believe in the importance of partnering with our families to ensure the success of our students, please know we look forward to connecting with you and recognize it is through are partnership that we are most successful!
Go Super Stars!
Email: jlouis@naperville203.org
Website: https://www.naperville203.org/steeplerun
Location: 6S151 Steeple Run Drive, Naperville, IL, USA
Phone: (630)420-6385
Twitter: @SteepleRun203