Weekly Communique
March 3, 2023
D56 is Hiring
D56 is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
- Technology Systems Coordinator
- Substitute Teachers
- Lunchroom Supervisors
- School Custodian
- Bus Drivers & Aides
For more information please contact Steve Kirwan at 847-336-8997 or by email to transportation@d56.org
Are you, or someone you know, interested in any job position listed above, please visit the this link to apply online.
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What's Happening in March
ATTENTION: Kindergarten Class of 2036
School Maker Faire
Viking Student Service Council
Viking Drama Presents:OZ
Bowling Night 2023
Several hundred family members, staff, and students attended Spaulding School's annual Bowling Night. The event was the culmination of a physical education unit on bowling that lasted about two weeks.
River Trail students had a wonderful afternoon celebrating Black History Month.
Viking Games
Two classes from each grade level at Spaulding School enjoyed "Pop-a-Shot" as part of the "Viking Games" held this week. Students celebrated reaching PBIS goals including being prepared, encouraging kindness, being safe, and trying your best.
Viking students identifying differences in animal and plant cells.
Respect Week
Spaulding School's Respect Week Committee members (pictured here) led the school's efforts to educate students and staff about five disabilities: Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Autism, Apert/Marfan, and Fragile X.
Another Viking band/choir concert in the books! Well done Vikings!!
Warren HS Theater Presents: Anastasia
Affordable Connectivity Program
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.
IDPH has partnered with the Rockefeller Foundation for Project Access COVID Test
One million COVID-19 rapid antigen tests are now available while supplies last. Learn more:
https://dph.illinois.gov/covid19/testing/act-zip-codes.html
All ZIP codes in Illinois located outside the City of Chicago are now eligible to request FREE COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for home delivery! Please visit the following website, enter your ZIP code, and sign-up: https://www.accesscovidtests.org/
Tests are delivered right to your doorstep and are completely free!
Help is One Call or Text Away! United Way of Lake County’s 211 is Lake County’s one-stop shop for help. 211 is a free, confidential, 24-hour information and referral helpline for essential health and human services in our community. 211 is open to everyone in Lake County and connects people to available resources by phone, text and online, including food, rent and utility assistance, mental health services, health care and many other resources. To access 211, simply call 211 or text your zip code to 898211. Resource navigators at the 211 contact center are trained, experienced specialists who understand you and your local community. They will guide you to the help you deserve in your moments of need. 211 is multilingual with English and Spanish speaking staff, and interprets to more than 150 other languages. Call 211 or text your zip code to 898211 for immediate assistance or visit 211LakeCounty.org for more information.