Big Hollow Hubble
Big Hollow Elementary School~ October 27, 2017
Practice Lock Down Drill
ACTS OF KINDNESS
The kindness at BHE is overwhelming! I have had so many people (teachers and students) hold doors open, pick up & carry items, and show their concern for me in so many wonderful ways this week!!! Always asking me if I'm okay and offering to ease my load, telling me to sit down and rest! I feel the love, and I appreciate all the support! Truly some of the kindest people I've ever worked with.
Several members of my team just told me to come over during my gym time and they would have all the materials for our Halloween costumes ready and would help me make it- they know I get a little worried. I am so blessed! Holly
I just wanted to let you know ( even though it's late) Carrie Miller covered my class for an hour so I could take Ainsley to a doctor's appointment last week. Amanda Massini picked Ainsley up at 7:10 AM so she could get to school on time since I had to be with Alan for his procedure. Jill takes W.M. for a short time almost daily and supports him in a way that I cannot. Deb is my constant go to for professional guidance and my sounding board for ideas when I am stuck.She has made me a better teacher by challenging me to think differently and try new things. Steph, Peg, Donna, and Casper ask if there is anything I need or any way they can help, and with everything going on still inquire about Alan and Ainsley's health. I work with an incredibly supportive team, both grade level and specials, that pitch in at any given moment.
Lastly, thank you so much for the flowers, it was such a pleasant surprise and a great way to end the day. I am truly blessed to be here at Big Hollow working with and for such wonderful people.
ANOTHER picture retake opportunity!
Halloween Parties
Parent Teacher Conferences
Blood Drive
As you can imagine, blood supplies across the country are being depleted quickly, and additional blood is needed. Our next Blood Drive is scheduled for Tues., Nov. 28th, from 3:30-7:00, in the elementary gym. At this time, all Big Hollow staff can schedule an appointment at www.lifesource.org.
Please consider helping us reach our target to collect 30 pints of blood!
In addition to receiving a jeans coupon and free custard, all staff participants' names will be entered into a raffle to win a Warrior Cafe Lunch Certificate valued at $12 or three Big Hollow lunches (Thanks Mrs. Longo!).
Thank you for helping us help others!
Maria & Jil
MATH CHATS!!!
She is looking forward to working with us this year at the Big Hollow Math Chats. During this time we will have a chance to collaborate, explore Eureka materials, plan, and enjoy math. Grades kindergarten through eighth will have the opportunity to work together and learn more about the Eureka curriculum tool. Light snacks and water will be provided.
The Big Hollow Math Chats will be held on the third Tuesday of the month, from 4-5:00 PM at the District Office - Middle School Library. Those dates will include:
- Nov. 2, Dec. 19, Jan. 16, * Feb. 27 - 4th Tuesday, Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15
- Teachers will receive 1 hour of CPDU credit and 1 hour stipend.
Please use the provided link to access a Google form that will help Karen in preparing for your time together: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZiUTIJkCPfN1eBIQ2P8w_x3vPHx1tefhty5Y3IeOu_s/edit
Evaluation/Observation Information
Michelle's Formal Evaluation Calendar- PLEASE SIGN UP
SEPTEMBER- DECEMBER 2017
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ct_0bXebaff-aY_ELSorNuary5gQEEF_pnMLg_nkIP4/edit?usp=sharing
JANUARY- MAY 2018
Please make sure to choose a pre-observation date/time, a formal observation date/time, and a post conference date/time. (Please choose two dates for formal observations if you are non-tenured.) You will see there is only one AM time and one PM slot available each day for meetings/observations. I need to have summative evaluations for non tenured staff completed in March. I need to have summatives for tenured staff completed by early May.
Mr. Munoz will be completing informals as well. Thank you, and please let me know if you have any questions!
NOMINATE OUR SCHOOL!
Schools can be nominated through October 31st, 2017. http://www.cheeseheadsbrightfuture.com/
Elementary Shared Drive- Looking for something you need to sign or read? :)
Please click below for building documents, including the building map, telephone numbers and extensions, faculty handbook, etc.
In addition, the BHSD forms and documents folder on the shared google drive is also a great resource.
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/0BynILSbHVE0tSWdOY0VjS1Fqa1U
Recycling- PLEASE READ!!!
This year we will be enhancing our recycling program. We need your help! There will be new recycling containers placed in your classrooms. We need to avoid throwing items in the garbage if they can be recycled.
Students will need some help determining what is recyclable and what is not when placing items in your classroom bins. Attached is a flyer that I was hoping you could all share with your students on Tuesday to help facilitate this.
Every night, we will be asking the cleaning company to empty your classroom bins into the large recycling bins in the pods. Those will then be taken to the bins outside in back of the school.
Cleaning Company Requests
Save the Dates!
October 31- Halloween Parties
October 31- PBIS Tier 1 Data team meeting 7:55 am
November 1- 4th grade field trip to Volo Bog- Prostka & Coletto
November 1- PBIS Core Team Meeting 3:30 pm
November 2- Parent Teacher Conferences 11-7
November 3- Institute Day! Paras are not required to attend but are welcome to attend- a comp day would be given for a future day off if paras would like to attend.
November 7- Teacher to Teacher Open House 7:55 am elementary library
Michelle Dzik, Principal / Ivan Munoz, Assistant Principal
WE NOW HAVE A BIG HOLLOW ELEMENTARY INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK PAGE!!! Instagram- @bighollowelementary
Check us out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/bighollowelem
Follow Big Hollow Elementary on Twitter @bighollowelem and you can also follow me @DzikMichelle
Email: michelledzik@bighollow.us
Website: www.bighollow.us
Location: 33315 North Fish Lake Road, Ingleside, IL, United States
Phone: 8477405321
Twitter: @Bighollowelem