News Bites 2023-2024
Week of December 11 through December 15, 2023
CAPE MOVIE NIGHT - TONIGHT!
Join Chicago Arts Partnerships in Education (CAPE) for a dine-in-style movie night!
Bring the whole family and dinner to watch children’s movies from around the world!
Date: December 15, 2023
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Place: Currier School, 800 Garys Mill Road, West Chicago
CICLO DE CINE FAMILIAR
!¡Únese a CAPE para una noche de cine estilo cena!
Trae a toda la familia y cena para ver películas infantiles de todo el mundo.
Fecha: el 15 de deciembre
Tiempo: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Ubicación: Escuela Currier, 800 Garys Mill Road, West Chicago
WINTER BREAK
Winter Break
Monday, December 25 through Friday, January 5, 2024
The first day of classes after the break is Monday, January 8, 2024
STUDENT SERVICES
SPECIAL EDUCATION STATE SURVEY
Parents of Special Education Students might receive a survey in the mail from the Illinois State Board of Education anytime from February through May. District 33 does not send the survey, nor do we know what families are randomly selected to receive the survey. If you do receive the survey in the mail, please feel free to complete it and return it to the state. Illinois uses this data to prepare and evaluate special education services across the state.
STRATEGIES TO MINIMIZE HOLIDAY STRESS
Holidays can be overwhelming for students and families. As we prepare for winter break and the holiday season, there are some strategies that can help students and families:
Here are some tips to help minimize stress and make the holidays more fun and fulfilling.
1. Be open to change.
Talk with your kids about your traditions — which ones they love and which you might evolve to make them more fun or memorable for everyone. This is especially important when family dynamics have changed because of divorce, a new marriage or sibling, or a death in the family.
2. Be realistic.
Factoring in kids’ limitations when you make plans will reduce stress on everyone. Kids who are anxious about meeting new people — or even encountering the extended family — will need support and realistic expectations. Children who tend to be impulsive need structure to minimize disruptive behavior.
3. Prep kids for changes in routine.
Holidays represent a change in a family’s normal schedule, and for some kids that’s unsettling. Preparing them for changes in their routines — what to expect and what you expect of them—will help head off meltdowns. If you’re traveling, bring familiar toys and books, and make sure you have quiet one-on-one time like reading before bed.
4. Be sure to laugh.
Kids pick up their parents’ stress and tension, so they’re more likely to be irritable if you are. Have a sense of humor, enjoy your kids for who they are, and keep in mind that what you’ll all remember when it’s over is likely to be the unexpected moment when everybody is relaxed.
THANK YOU FOR DONATIONS
UPDATE ON MAIN PARK FIRE
The outreach and donations to support the families affected by the Main Park Apartment Fire have been amazing.
The fire impacted roughly 100 individuals, including 24 District 33 students and 6 District 94 students. Community partner organizations are working diligently to help families find temporary and long-term housing. While this is difficult, families are slowly moving out of hotels and into longer-term housing options.
If you would still like to make a donation of a gift card, please contact Sarah Norton, nortons@wego33.org.
The gift cards will be distributed to families, along with needed clothing items and holiday gifts, early next week.
$3,500 in gift cards have been collected, thanks to your generosity!
D33 MUSIC DEPT SPIRIT WEAR STORE
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Shirts, sweaters, and more are available for purchase.
Details:
- Orders will be delivered to the music team at Leman Middle School
- Make sure you are choosing the correct size when ordering shirts.
Youth sizes are probably only for elementary students, so please double-check the size you chose before ordering!
Questions?
Please contact Tanner Longfellow (longfellowt@wego33.org) with any questions!
DEADLINE FOR ORDERS IS DECEMBER 2OTH!
TIENDA D33 MUSIC SPIRIT WEAR
MUESTRA TU APOYO
Camisetas, suéteres y más están disponibles para su compra.
Detales:
- Los pedidos serán entregados al equipo de música en Leman Middle School.
- Asegúrese de que usted está eligiendo el tamaño correcto al ordenar camisas.
¡Los tamaños de la juventud son probablemente sólo para los estudiantes de escuela primaria, así que por favor vuelva a comprobar el tamaño que usted eligió antes de ordenar!
Preguntas?
Por favor, póngase en contacto con Tanner Longfellow (longfellowt@wego33.org).
Último día para pedir ropa de espíritu: 20/12/2023
West Chicago Elementary School District 33
Email: steinbrecherg@wego33.org
Website: wego33.org
Phone: 630-293-6000
Facebook: @WeGoD33
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