Hometown School Newsletter

October 12, 2021

Bencik's Buzz

Bencik's Buzz

We celebrated Safety week last week. It was great to practice all of our drills in case of an emergency. Our students were all very attentive during the practices. There are a few pictures to show off all of the good work!


We are looking forward to meeting all of the parents virtually for parent teacher conferences this week. If you would like to schedule a conference to speak with me, please email and I will set up a google meet with you.

Bencik's Buzz

Parent Teacher Conferences

If you have not already signed up for a conference with your teacher, please do so as soon as possible. Conferences are Thursday, October 14th and Friday, October 15th. You should receive your link from the teacher by Wednesday evening. Please check your emails in Skyward, as that is where the links will be sent. If you do not receive a link, please reach out to the teacher or the office.

Pre- School Families

Pre-School students will have NO SCHOOL on Thursday, October 14th and Friday, October 15th due to the parent teacher conferences.

Family Project

Please see the attached flyer for the project that is due October 18th. Please remember to put your family name on the back. The hard copy has gone home with the youngest student.

Cheesecake orders

Thank you to all who have ordered cheesecakes. We have reached an all time high for orders out of all of the years we have been doing the fundraiser! We couldn't be more proud of all of the efforts each family contributed! We will have pick up on Tuesday, October 26th.

Halloween Bingo

We will be hosting a family Halloween bingo on October 22nd from 6-8pm. We hope to see you there.

Water bottles and Masks

Please make sure your child has extra masks with them for the day. Also, we will not be supplying water bottles to students moving forward. If your child would like to bring a water bottle from home they may do so. Our water fountains are up and running and they can refill their bottles.

Unity Day

We will have Unity Day on October 20th to stand up to bullying. Please see the attached flyer.

Spooktacular Event

This event was a hit last year! We will hosting the event again this year. Please read the flyers for the spooktacular event taking place on October 23rd. Sign up links are noted or donate candy. Check out some of last year's displays.


Amazon wish list


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Sign up to do a display or trunk display.


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Signing up for monetary donations towards the Spooktacular .

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Teacher Spotlight: Mr. Anthony Santillo

Meet Our Staff

Every week we will shine a spotlight on one of our own amazing staff members. Meet Mr. Anthony Santillo. Mr. Santillo is our Special Education Resource Teacher.



How long have you been teaching?

I have been teaching 5 years. Prior to coming to Hometown, I was a 5th grade resource teacher and a high school special education teacher.


If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why?

If I could travel anywhere in the world I would travel to Italy. I have family living overseas and my grandparents were born there as well. I would like to visit their hometown.


What is the best thing about working at Hometown?

The best thing about working at Hometown is the staff. Ever since arriving the staff has been nothing but wonderful to work with. They are so welcoming and dedicated to their students.


What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is pizza. I can eat pizza for every meal and never get tired of it.


Who do you admire and why?

I admire my grandparents. They are in the late 80’s and are still living life to the fullest through travel and work. When I am there age I would like to have their youthful energy.




If you see Mr. Santillo around our school make sure you say hello!!!

Halloween

We are looking forward to our Halloween festivities on Friday, October 29th. Students will be allowed to dress up for the morning as it is a half day of attendance. We ask that students do not bring weapons. Please also make sure your child can move freely in their costume and are able to safely get on and off the bus if your child is a bus rider. We will conduct a parade weather permitting.

Lunch

If your child would like to order an extra milk at lunch, they must have a positive lunch balance and will be charged $0.60. Similarly, they can order an extra lunch, however will be charged $2.95. You can always add money to the lunch card via Skyward. If you need additional help, please contact the office.

Picture Retakes

We will host picture re-takes on Wednesday October 20th. Students should have received their first set of pictures. If your child will be retaking their pictures, they must return the first set.
Hometown Elementary School

Hometown Elementary School

Hometown Elementary School

8870 S Duffy Ave, Hometown, IL, USA 708-423-7360 d123.org/hometown
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