Sheridan Newsletter 9.2.22

September 2, 2022

Our first week ushering in our youngest learners to the building went unbelievably well! We feel so lucky to have all of them here!

As you saw today, we did go into a soft lockdown. This is when we maintain uninterrupted indoor activities; students can move freely around the building. The difference is we do not allow anyone into or out of the building. Because it was business as usual, the students did not know that we went into lockdown. The staff and students were wonderful. It was truly out of an abundance of caution, but we appreciate all your support as we navigated it. I communicated with staff through email and check-ins and made a couple announcements over the intercom: one for teachers to check their emails, one to hold indoor recess, and one for normal business to ensue. I felt that we were able to adequately protect the students without adding any stress or concern to their day. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

It was also wonderful to see so many of you last night at Parent Information Night. We are looking forward to getting in the groove with all of our students next week!

SPARK Code:

Our Guidelines for Success at Sheridan are centered around “Showing your SPARK”. We use this language each and every day to shape expectations and behavior for our students. We would love if you can reinforce the importance of SPARK at home with your child. In order to demonstrate that partnership, we are asking that you review the SPARK Guidelines with your child and then both sign off that you have reviewed them. Additionally, if you have a bus rider, we have included an additional sheet of SPARK Bus Expectations. If you can also review those and sign off, that would be great. We have developed this SPARK Code for your review and signature. Please print and return with your child no later than next Wednesday, September 7th. Thank you so much for your partnership!

Kindergarten Families:

If you have not turned in your health forms for the school year, please make sure that you do so. YOu can email them to Nurse Charlene at cfritz-brennan@lfschools.net or turn them into the office. Thank you for your cooperation!

Spanish Update:

We are still working on securing a Spanish teacher for the year. Mrs. Davis, who is one of our Preferred Building Substitute teachers is collaborating with the district Spanish teachers in order to match typical instruction. We will keep you updated.

Have a wonderful, LONG weekend!

Sincerely,

Susan

Early Childhood/Preschool Openings at District 67

Did you know? Lake Forest School District 67 offers Lake Forest residents with children ages 3-5 years an exemplary early childhood experience in the Community of Learners Preschool located at Sheridan Elementary School. The purpose of the program is to optimize the potential of each child through nurturing individual student growth in an integrated preschool setting. The Preschool currently has openings for the 2022-2023 Community of Learners program during the morning (8:30-11:00am) and afternoon (12:00-2:30pm) programs. Please visit our website for more information and enrollment instructions.

LFHS Scout All Out 5K

Lake Forest High School is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Scout All-Out 5K on Saturday, September 10 at 9am! The race day will also include a 9:45 am 100 Meter Fun Run (for those 5 years old and under). Rallying around Scout pride and school spirit, this school tradition celebrates LFHS students and the school community and all proceeds go directly into the LFHS Student Council class accounts to create fun and enriching learning experiences. There will be prizes and celebrations along the way so please sign up to run, walk, or make a donation to show your support HERE!

Electric-Powered Scooter Safety Tips

With school back in session, there has been an increase in electric-powered scooters around Lake Forest. While e-scooters are a fun way to travel, they can be dangerous. The Lake Forest Police Department has a few reminders for parents, guardians, and students about how to ride an e-scooter safely:

• Wear a helmet.

• Test the brakes. Make sure you know how to use the brakes and how long it takes to stop the e-scooter so you’re prepared for an emergency stop.

• Alert others and be seen. E-scooters are small, quick, and silent, making it difficult for others to spot you, especially in parking lots and structures. Expect vehicles and pedestrians to not see you; slow down, and plan ahead of time.

• Ride solo. Only one person per e-scooter; additional riders can increase the risk and severity of collisions.

Find more safety tips from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

September Food Service Events - Week One

For other events and information, please visit the Food Services page of the website.

Thank you to the following APT committees for their planning and work over the summer to ensure we kicked off the school year with a great start!

Kindergarten Coordinators: Vicky Bozic, Nilo Kearney, Kelly Reformado, Katie Wilson

New Family Coordinators: Gretchen Athas, Kristen Livesay, Kristen Scheuer

Preschool Liaisons: Erin Perry and Stephanie Caparelli

School Supply Coordinators: Jenn Adams, Gina Misiora, and Jillian Floriani for helping deliver!

Back to School Staff Luncheon: Veronica DeNicolo and Michelle Taubensee

Room Parent Coordinators: Courtney Magliochetti and Marie Woods

Spirit Wear: Kristen Chun and Jennifer Adams

Main door floral planters: Thank you Noel Dolan for sprucing them up!

We also appreciate everyone who contributed to the Staff Luncheon! Thank you!

Back-to-School Bash!

Join us at the Sheridan School Playground 5:30-7:00 PM on September 9th for lots of family fun! We’ll have an ice cream (popsicle) truck, DJ and pizza. Thank you to Jennifer Adams, Kristen Chun, and Kelly Reformado for their help planning this event!

To sign up to help with this event, please visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4ea5a62da4fa7-back

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 Wear!

Sheridan Spirit Wear orders are due by September 11th! Visit this link to order:

https://district672022.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Other Upcoming Dates:

September 14th - Sheridan APT Meeting 9:00 am in Sheridan IRC

Join us for the first APT meeting of the year! Everyone is welcome!

September 22nd - Picture Day

Please reach out if you have any questions and enjoy your Labor Day weekend!

Elyse Butler

Sheridan APT President 2022-2024

esminnick@yahoo.com

We are so excited to welcome this year’s Visiting Author, Aaron Reynolds, a #1 New York Times Bestseller!

To get your signed autograph books, orders need to be placed by September 16th. The order form will be available and posted online next week. * Please note, do not check Tax-exempt, Pick-up Options, nor Delivery Information.

In efforts to make sure that all orders get to the correct student, please indicate in the Order

Comments: Aaron Reynolds Author Visit, School name, Student’s name, grade, and teacher.

• Cherokee - Wednesday Oct.12th

• Everett - Thursday Oct. 13th

• Sheridan - Friday Oct. 14th

Time schedule is the same for all 3 schools

• 4th 8:15-9:15

• 2-3 9:30-10:15 KEEPING IT CREEPY

• K-1 10:30-11:00 KEEPING IT CREEPY

• Book signing 11:00-12:00

Exciting things are coming from the Spirit of 67! Join us as we start our annual cycle of fundraising with The Spirit Home & Garden Tour! A huge THANK YOU to all the members that have worked so hard this summer to plan for a great day coming on September 29th.

Would you like to help too? Click this link to volunteer. https://spirit67.wufoo.com/forms/zzjnt9o1pt3z8

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Visit the Green Backpack or the front page of your school website to view the latest programs offered in our community.