South School PTO

We have so many things going on at South that I just couldn’t wait until Friday to tell you about them!

Parent Survey

Thanks so much to those of you who already completed the parent communication survey I sent out last week. If you haven’t filled it out, please go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JY7KYZK. It should only take a moment. We truly appreciate your feedback.

Kindergarten Open House:

Calling all parents of NEW kindergarten students! We will be having an Open House this Thursday, April 30 from 6:00-7:00. Come by and meet Mrs. Juskiewicz, see the classroom, and learn more about some of the exciting things that will be happening in kindergarten next year.

Pay it Forward Day

Thursday, April 30 is National Pay it Forward Day. The Student Council has planned a couple of great activities in honor of this day. For one, members will be collecting donations for the victims of the recent tornado in Fairfield, Illinois during lunch on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. No amount is too small! Our goal is to raise $150.

We are also creating a “brick” wall titled, “Building a Better School Brick by Brick” . Any one who sees or does a random act of kindness will get a paper brick and help build our wall in the cafeteria. We are asking students to think of something nice they can do for someone else, and do it!

MAP Testing

All students will be taking their final round of MAP testing starting this week! Please talk to your children about the importance of doing their best, getting a good night’s sleep, and eating a healthy breakfast on testing days. Please see below for the schedule:

AM Kinder – 05/04, 05/07
PM Kinder – 05/04, 05/05
1st – 05/05, 05/06
2nd – 05/05, 05/06
3rd – 04/30, 05/01
4th – 04/30, 05/04
5th – 04/30, 05/01

Parking Again

Please remember that there is NO parking along the side of the building. This area must be clear for busses. It is also becoming a major safety concern. We have seen several students run out to there to get into the car without even looking. Safety always has to be our number one priority so I truly appreciate your immediate attention to this matter. You may park in front of the school, in the lot out front, or on the streets surrounding South School.

Other Upcoming Dates:

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week!
May 4: BEST Open House at Terrace School from 5:30-6:30
May 6: 6th Grade Parent Orientation at Algonquin Middle School
May 7: District Volunteer Appreciation Reception from 4:30-6:00 at Iroquois
May 8: 4th/5th Grade Band/Orchestra trip to Algonquin
May 14: South Volunteer Reception 5:30-6:15
May 14: PTO meeting immediately following the Volunteer Reception.

Enjoy the rest of your week!

Amy Cengel, Principal