News from Sanborn School
August 10, 2020
A note from Mrs. Johansen
I hope you are enjoying the remaining days of summer vacation. We are only a few days away from the start of another great year of teaching and learning at Sanborn School! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 19th. All students will be learning remotely from August 19th - September 4th. Hearing that all of us will begin remotely is not what any of us had hoped for, however, we all recognize the importance of following guidelines and recommendations to support a healthy environment for all.
On Friday, August 14th, you'll be able to view your child's classroom teacher through Infinite Campus if you've created a portal and completed the re-registration process. There will NOT be a paper summer mailing this year.
Our annual Meet the Teacher event will look a little different this year. You will receive an email from your child's classroom teacher the afternoon of Monday, August 17th with a special welcome message.
We continue to find ourselves navigating through a start to the school year that is not traditional, comfortable, or easy. Know that whether we are together in person or just in spirit, the Sanborn Staff and I are committed to assisting and supporting you every step of the way. We are looking forward to getting the 2020-21 school year underway for both our virtual and in-person learners.
Please be sure to follow the school on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @SanbornTigers to stay up to speed on all current information, as well.
Fondly,
Erika Johansen
Chromebook/Supply Pick-up
All students will be issued a District 15 Chromebook for the 2020-2021 school year. Chromebooks and materials will be distributed on the 17th and 18th from 8:30-3:30. Parents will need to come to school during their assigned day/time to pick up their materials. See the image below for your assigned day/time.
The following items will be distributed:
Chromebooks to all students in Grades K-6
Math books
Assignment notebooks
School Supplies that were purchased from the PTA for virtual learners- students who will return to school will have their supplies delivered to their classrooms.
Our goal is to provide families with their devices and supplies in a quick and efficient manner, while following social distancing guidelines, to ensure the safety of our staff and families.
Please follow these steps to assist us with Chromebook and materials distribution:
Place a sign on your dashboard with your child(ren)’s name and grade level.
When you arrive at Sanborn, pull up to the Door 1 in the circle drive. Please entirely slowly as our staff will be there to greet you.
Stay in your car.
A staff member will bring a Chromebook Responsible Use Contract to your car. Please review the contract and sign it while we process your child’s materials.
Staff members will go into our building to obtain your child’s items. We appreciate your patience.
Stay Connected with the Sanborn PTA
We would like to welcome all parents to the first PTA meeting of the year. We will be meeting virtually tomorrow, August 11th at 6:30. Please email Mrs. Johansen (johansee@ccsd15.net) for the link to the meeting.
At each PTA meeting, you hear updates about the school programs, upcoming PTA events, and the various ways you can get involved in the Sanborn community.
Hope to "see" you there!
Update from the Health Office
Health, Immunization, Dental, and Eye Exams:
For the purpose of safeguarding the health of children, District 15 enforces Illinois student health requirements. These requirements consist of health, dental, and eye exams and immunizations specific to grade and age. Health Exams are required for students entering Preschool, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, and those who are new to the school. Click here for the required health forms: Required Health Exams and Immunization Recording. *** All health requirements are due by October 15, 2020 ***
(According to Board of Education Policy 7:100 Health, Eye, and Dental Examinations, Immunizations, and Exclusion of Students and Illinois School Code, students who do not provide proof of receiving the required immunization and/or exam are excluded from school on October 15. Students new to Illinois schools, who register midterm, are allowed 30 days following registration to comply with the health requirements.)
Sharon Gilbert, RN, BSN
Sanborn School Nurse / Enfermera de la escuela
Phone: 847-963-7002
Email: gilberts@ccsd15.net
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
Here is some information from the CDC of how to help your child during this challenging time.
Upcoming Events
August
11th- PTA Meeting 6:30 pm- Virtual Meeting Email Mrs. Johansen for the link
17th- Chromebook and Supply Pick-up
19th- First Day of School- grades K-6
20th- Parent Orientation- More information to come
Make sure to check out all the ways that #sanbornrocks on Twitter or Facebook!!
Erika Johansen
Email: johansee@ccsd15.net
Website: ccsd15.net/GMS
Location: 101 North Oak Street, Palatine, IL, USA
Phone: 847-963-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/sanborntigers
Twitter: @SanbornTigers