North Barrington Colt Communicator
From Dr. Lisa West, Principal - 10/29/2021
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North Barrington Happenings
We had a wonderful day today celebrating in person the fun of the fall season. Even with the weather and our mitigations, children of all ages had a great time socializing with their classmates. Thank you to all who participated in our PTO pumpkin decorating contest. It really made our school look great with all the creativity out front and in our front foyer. Thank you to Jackie Kardesh and the PTO for organizing this fun event. Our amazing PTO also sponsored Matt Wilhelm. Matt is a Guinness World Record Holder, America's Got Talent Semi-Finalist, World Champion Silver Medalist and a 3-Time X Game Medalist. Matt share a positive message about acceptance and perseverance as well as many BMX bike tricks. It was a great assembly enjoyed by all.
This week also brought with it another round of Colt Pride recognition. We are continually impressed by the positive leadership from your children. Thank you also for supporting our theme of #ColtPride. It is amazing to feel the school spirit shared each and every day.
Today marks our return to school parties. We are thankful we are able to celebrate while honoring our safety and mitigation process for in person learning. Thank you to everyone who donated time, decorations, games and support for our students. Though the weather and wet conditions did not allow for us to bring back the parade this year, we look forward to its return next fall.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS:
If you are going to be out celebrating this weekend during trick or treating, please access this link from the National Safety Council for Halloween Safety Tips.
Again, thank you for your continued support of our school. We are better because of your partnership.
Best,
Lisa
Shield Testing Information
If you have any questions, please call Jody at 847-381-4340.
COVID-19 NOTIFICATIONS
Please continue to check the Barrington 220 COVID-19 Dashboard to view the number of positive COVID-19 cases, quarantined, and students participating in “test to stay.” The dashboard is the official community notification of a COVID-19 case. Please note you will be contacted directly following guidance from the health department due to close contact.
WINTER WONDERFEST
Winter Wonderfest 2021 Tickets are now on sale! The event runs December 3-5, and it will be a spectacular walk through event this year with lights, decorations, trees and performances from across the district. This year, the walking tour and hands on experiences will occur both outside the school and inside the event.
1. Your tickets can be purchased through this TICKET LINK. Please note that the cost of the tickets is to cover the large scale expenses of the event itself. We do encourage purchasing your tickets early, as we sold out last year.
2. Winterfest t-shirts are available for purchase for our fine arts students and families. If you would like to purchase a t-shirt, please purchase here by November 1.
3. For those students performing, more detailed information about drop off locations and other logistics will be sent as we approach December. We will also send out more information about school trees soon!
If you have any event questions, please feel free to email fine arts director Brigid Tileston at btileston@barrington220.org .
Thank you and we look forward to showing off all that the fine arts offers our students through this large scale event! Get your tickets while they are available, and be a part of the fun celebrating our fabulous arts classes and activities!
BOOK FAIR IS COMING SOON!
Book Fair Dates and Times (Including set up and take down)
11/15: Set-Up 8-12, book fair open 12-2:40, teacher preview until 4:00pm
11/16: 8am-5pm
11/17: 8am-5pm
11/18: 8am-5pm
11/19: 8am-2:40pm then take down 3-5pm
IMPORTANT DATES FOR NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER 3 - 7:10 - 7:50 4TH GRADE BEGINNING ORCHESTRA; 7:15 - 7:50 DRAMA CLUB
NOVEMBER 5 - NON STUDENT ATTENDANCE DAY - TEACHER INSTITUTE/RECORDS DAY
NOVEMBER 8 - 2:40 - 3:40 CHOIR; 2:45 - 3:45 CHESS CLUB; 2:45 - 3:45 GIRL SCOUTS
NOVEMBER 9 - 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE SPACE STEM CLUB
NOVEMBER 10 - 2:10 EARLY RELEASE
NOVEMBER 11 - 2:45 - 3:45 STICKY FINGERS; 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE STEM CLUB; 7:00 PM PTO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 13 - 10:00-2:00 PM - GARDEN AND PRAIRIE CLEAN UP WITH PTO; CUB SCOUT PACK 229 WREATH PICK UP WEST LOT
NOVEMBER 15 - 19 NBS BOOK FAIR IN THE GYM - Monday 12:15 - 2:00; Tuesday - Thursday 8:05 - 5:00; pm; Friday 8:05 - 2:00 pm; Please watch for the flyer and use e-payments to pay for your scholars books!
NOVEMBER 16 - 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE SPACE STEM CLUB
NOVEMBER 17 - 2:10 EARLY RELEASE
NOVEMBER 18 - 2:45 - 3:45 STICKY FINGERS; 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE STEM CLUB;
NOVEMBER 22 - 2:40 - 3:40 CHOIR; 2:45 - 3:45 CHESS CLUB;
NOVEMBER 23 - 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE STEM CLUB;
NOVEMBER 24- 26 - NON STUDENT ATTENDANCE DAYS
NOVEMBER 29 - 2:40 - 3:40 CHOIR;
NOVEMBER 30 - 2:45 - 3:30 4TH & 5TH GRADE STEM CLUB;
North Barrington Elementary School Principal Dr. Lisa West
Email: lwest@barrington220.org
Location: 24175 North Grandview Drive, North Barrington, IL, USA
Phone: 847-381-4340
Twitter: @NBES220