Avoca West News
January 21, 2024
Report Cards -- Coming Home Friday!
We look forward to continuing forward progress with all of our students and staff members this 2024!
ALL in for Avoca 37 Continues - Learn About the March 19, 2024 Referendum
On December 14, 2023, the Board of Education took action to invest in its schools and its community by unanimously voting to place an $89.8 million bond issue on the ballot for voter approval in March 2024. Passagel will secure a future for generations of Avoca students by funding major improvements to Marie Murphy School and building a new Pre-K through fifth grade school on the Marie Murphy campus.
The Board’s decision marks the culmination of a process that started in 2021 and featured involvement from the Avoca community along the way. After receiving a report in June 2023 from a stakeholder committee reviewing the District’s facilities and finance, the Board charged a committee of parents, community members and staff to engage the Avoca community and gather feedback on options to address District 37’s finance and facility challenges.
The Board’s decision to place the referendum on the March ballot is a direct result of feedback received from the community throughout the All In for Avoca 37 engagement process. And the All In effort does not end there. The District will strive to continue to inform you and the community about the details of this referendum and the rationale for the Board’s decision. This includes Open Houses (total attendance time is about 45 minutes) at both schools on the following dates and times:
Saturday, February 3 - Avoca West - 9 to Noon
Tuesday, February 6 - Marie Murphy - 5 to 8
Wednesday, February 7 - Avoca West - 5 to 8
Tuesday, March 5 - Avoca West - 5 to 8
Wednesday, March 6 - Avoca West - 5 to 8
Please be on the lookout for more communications in the new year about the referendum and how the Board can be sure it fulfills its duty to secure the schools' and community's future.
To see the full announcement click here
To see the Facilitating Team's Final Report to the Board, please click here
To learn more about the entire All in for Avoca 37 process and related FAQs click here
Food Service Survey
The Avoca Food Service Committee discussed gathering parent and staff feedback on the lunch program throughout the year vs only on an annual survey. Please see below a QR code that Quest created for you to use to share what you like about the program and areas for improvement. The survey can also be reached through this link: CLICK HERE.
Winter Gear Reminder
We plan to go outside everyday for recess and PE unless the feels like temperature is 10 degrees or below. Students should dress for the weather and bring:
- Jacket
- Hat
- Gloves
- Boots (required if stepping/going in the snow)
- Snow pants (require if playing in the snow)
Art in Action Day at Avoca West
Art in Action Day at Avoca will be on Thursday, February 1 from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. For those of you unfamiliar with this event, our gymnasium is transformed into an art studio where visiting artists set up shop and help our students create fine arts projects to take home. The kids love this event!
We need your help to assist our special guest artists and our students at each station. Please consider signing up for the entire day or half a day. No art skills are needed! Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.
Sign Up Here: https://bit.ly/48zhw5l
Thanks in advance for your consideration, time, and support. The kids at Avoca West truly appreciate it!
Fun Fair
Picture this: our school magically transforms into a vibrant carnival bursting with laughter, thrilling games, music, unforgettable activities, fabulous prizes, teacher raffles, and a silent auction! This incredible event and cherished tradition will take place on February 25, 2024, at Avoca West from 12-3 p.m.
We're rallying the dream team to make the Fun Fair happen and we want YOU to be a part of the excitement! Whether you are a parent eager to contribute, a proud Marie Murphy student, or an Avoca alumni looking to give back to your beloved community - we welcome you!
Sign Up to Volunteer Here: https://bit.ly/47EGHC0.
For questions about the event please email Erin Loder at hazel6242@gmail.com.
2024 Viking VIPs - Coming Soon!
AVOCA WEST CHESS ENRICHMENT PROGRAM - WINTER/SPRING 2024
Don't miss out on Chess-Ed's Chess Enrichment Program this winter-spring
2024! Registration is now open for the after-school program, which will run for 17 weeks on
Tuesdays from 3 PM-4PM, starting from February 6th, 2024 and ending on June 4th,
2024.
This program is perfect for beginners and novice players, with professional instruction covering
the basics and continuing with opening theory, middle game planning, and end game
combinations for more advanced students. Playing chess has numerous benefits, including
improved memory, analytical and critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities,
responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more.
To register, simply visit https://avocawestchess.eventbee.com For additional details about the
program, please refer to the program flyer. Chess-Ed is excited to welcome all chess enthusiasts
to this enriching experience!!
Mark Your Calendars
Friday, January 26th - Report Cards home with students
Thursday, February 1st - Art in Action at Avoca West
Wednesday, February 7th - 6:00pm - Beginner Strings Presentation (Concert) at Avoca West
Sunday, February 25th - Fun Fair at Avoca West! (More details coming soon!)
For future dates, see the Avoca West and District calendars on our website!
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Questions? Comments?
Website: http://avoca37.org/avocawest/
Location: 235 Beech Drive, Glenview, IL, United States
Phone: 847-724-6800
Twitter: @AvocaWest37