Tiger Times Newsletter
Pleasantdale Middle School
December 9, 2018
What a Great Week at the Middle School!
Winter MAP Testing this Week Tuesday and Wednesday at the Middle School!
Remember, the MAP test is an adaptive test that provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate their progress so far this school year. Please, as with every test your child is given, encourage him/her to do his/her very best so we can attempt to get as accurate a picture as possible about the achievement of your child. We utilize this information as one data point in determining future programming for students.
For more information, please see the letter that was sent home to you via email on November 30.
Holiday Sharing at Pleasantdale Middle School
This year, we are expanding our request to include any cash or gift card donations (check can be made out to Pleasantdale Middle School) that will be collected and distributed to local families in need. Donations can be dropped off now until December 14 in the main office.
Let's show our neighbors in need just how generous we can be by supporting the holiday sharing this year!
Peter Pan is Coming to P-Dale!
Peter Pan Jr. is this year's spring musical!
There are lots of great characters: Peter, Wendy, Hook, the Brave Girls, the Lost Boys, and more!
Auditions are open to all 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders.
Sign up form for musical auditions is here:
https://goo.gl/forms/026y0uRuiWtLXJdD2
- Sign up for either December 10th or 11th
- Auditions run from 3:30-4:30 pm in the Music Room
- Pick up an audition packet from Mr. Tatina, Mr. Ratcliff, or in the office
- Rehearsals will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 3:30-4:45 pm, starting December 17th (rehearsal commitment is required)
- Performances are March 8th and 9th
- See the signup form for more information
Mr. Tatina ttatina@d107.org
Mr. Ratcliff dratcliff@d107.org
Rescheduled Parent Education Presentation-The Technology Your Children Are Using-Rescheduled to Thursday, December 13 at 9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tiger Tipline
While it is always best to talk directly to a staff member, we understand that sometimes this can be uncomfortable or difficult for students or parents. At Pleasantdale Middle School, we offer the Tiger Tipline as an anonymous tool for reporting unsafe, uncomfortable, or unkind behaviors and situations. We explicitly teach the students that if they ever see something or hear something that makes them feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or is unkind, either online or in person, they should tell a “trusted adult” which could be parents, school personnel, or other adults in their lives. The Tiger Tipline can be accessed here and we will post the link in Schoology and create a shortcut to the link on the student devices for easy access.
Make Up Day Set for Monday, April 22, 2019
With this said, the make up day for the snow day we just had is Monday, April 22, 2019. Please note that this is still a 3-day weekend for students as Friday, April 19, 2019 is a non-attendance day.
Dates for the Year
If you are like me, you want to know the dates for the year as far in advance as possible. As long as you understand that something may change due to unforeseen circumstances, I’d like to provide you access to the dates we’ve planned for the year (many of which are in the paper calendar you received in the mail). To access the middle school calendar dates, please click here.
This Week...
Monday, December 10
6th, 7th, 8th Grade Orchestra, 7:30 a.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mrs. Burke and Mr. Gallai
Open Art, 7:30 a.m., Art Room
5th Grade Band, 3:30-4:25 p.m. Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Gallai
Open Library, 3:30-4:25 p.m.
Mock Newbery Book Club, 3:30-4:25 p.m., Library
Volleyball Intramurals, 3:30-4:25 p.m., South Gym
Tuesday, December 11
6th, 7th, 8th Grade Band, 7:30 a.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Woltman and Mr. Gallai
Open Art, 7:30 a.m., Art Room
5th Grade Orchestra, 3:30-4;25 p.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Gallai
Team Tigers, 3:30-4:25 p.m., South Gym
Spirit Squad, 3:30-4:25 p.m., Room 25
Boys Basketball game vs. McClure Red, 4:15 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12
6th, 7th, 8th Grade Orchestra, 7:30 a.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mrs. Burke and Mr. Gallai
Student Council Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Room 25
Open Art, 7:30 a.m., Art Room
Thursday, December 13
Band rehearsal, 7:30 a.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Woltman and Mr. Gallai
Open Art, 7:30 a.m., Art Room
Student Council Meeting**, 7:30 a.m., Room 25
**Thursday meetings are meant for the students that cannot come on Wednesdays
Parent Presentation Series: The Technology Your Children Are Using, 9:30 a.m., Library
5th Grade Band, 3:30-4:25 p.m. Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Gallai
Team Tigers, 3:30-4:25 p.m., South Gym
Cooking Club, 3:30-4:25 p.m., Room 27
Boys Basketball game vs.Westchester, 4:15 p.m.
Parent Presentation Series: The Technology Your Children Are Using, 9:30 a.m., Library
Friday, December 14-Holiday Share Donations Due
Jazz Band Rehearsal, 7:30 a.m., Band/Orchestra Room-with Mr. Gallai
Student Council Movie Night, 6-8 p.m.
Middle School students are invited to come to the Middle School APR to watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas on the big screen in the APR. Wear your ugly sweater or pajamas and feel free to bring pillows and blankets! Donate a stocking stuffer (small items, cans of food or even money) for a chance to win a raffle prize! You will get a raffle ticket for every item you donate. Hot cocoa, popcorn & other snacks will be available for purchase.
A look ahead...
Tuesday, December 18
Wednesday, December 19
Thursday, December 20
Friday, December 21
Winter Break begins at the end of the school day on 12/21.
School resumes Monday, January 7, 2019.
Questions? We're here to help!
Athletics: 708-246-7382
Mr. Mark Dreher, Athletic Director, mdreher@d107.org
Attendance notification: 708-246-3210, extension 5 or email middleattendance@d107.org before 8:20 a.m., please.
Health Office: 708-246-7619
Mrs. Denise Rende, Nurse, drende@d107.org
Main Office: 708-246-3210, extension 0
Mrs. Charlotte Reschke, Secretary, creschke@d107.org
Ms. Maria Cuevas, Clerical Aide, mcuevas@d107.org
Mrs. Brianne Malatt, Assistant Principal, bmalatt@d107.org, 708-246-7373
Mr. Griffin Sonntag, Principal, gsonntag@d107.org, 708-246-7609
Social Worker: 708-246-7505
Ms. Carrie Castaldo, social worker, ccastaldo@d107.orgPleasantdale Middle School
Email: gsonntag@d107.org
Website: http://ms.pleasantdale.schooldesk.net/
Location: 7450 South Wolf Road, Burr Ridge, IL, USA
Phone: (708)246-3210
Twitter: @pdaleprincipal