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Dear Sandburg Families and Friends, An active and supportive PTA goes a long way in shaping a positive school culture, and that’s exactly what we have at Sandburg. Thanks to the Sandburg PTA, Mr. Lee is here again this year doing his science magic with all classrooms. The PTA Family Movie Night last Saturday was also a wonderful event that many families attended and had a great time. My sincere thanks go to Henna Dracopoulos and the many volunteers who made this such an enjoyable night. I also thank the PTA for sponsoring our classroom parties, like the Valentine’s parties this Friday. We’ve had a total of three winter weather nonattendance days so far this year. It’s not official yet, but based on the previous few years, I’m confident that we will be making these days up at the end of the school calendar in June. Hopefully, we’ve seen the last snow day this year. We had an all-school assembly this week launching our “Guidelines for Success”. Every Sandburg student is eligible to receive tickets for displaying behavior that supports one of our four guidelines, which are be respectful, be responsible, be safe, and do your best. Ask your child about it. February’s reading strategy is inferring. Readers use their prior knowledge (schema) and textual information to draw conclusions, make critical judgments, and form interpretations from text. Inferences may occur in the form of conclusions, predictions, or new ideas. A great way to introduce and practice inferring is through riddles! Give it a try when reading with your own children. One of our school improvement strategies this year is in the area of writing. Several Sandburg teachers have worked together to develop increased continuity to the writing process, kindergarten through fifth grade, which also includes a common vocabulary. They presented this information at our last Institute Day in January. As a result, we are already seeing more consistency from one grade level to the next in writing instruction. Apparently, the groundhog saw his shadow, which means six more weeks of winter weather. I’m not sure how accurate he has been, but either way, Spring is not too far off. That means an increase in school activities and events. Please pay close attention to the school calendar. Thanks again for your continued support of our school. Sandburg is a great place thanks to you. Sincerely, Aaron Bacon
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February 2015 Edi t ion
Er in Purser - PTA Pres ident
Yvette Wedow — PTA V ice Pres ident , Ways and Means
Jef f Crowley — PTA V i ce Pres i dent , Commit tees
Chr i st ine Al t – PTA Treasurer
Al i son Crowley — PTA Secretary
Principal’s News
Sandburg Elementary “Beep Beep” Newsletter
Contents
Principal’s News 1
Important Dates 2
Cook’s Night Off Info 2
Trivia Night Info 3
Exploremore Day Needs 5
All Pro Dad Meeting Info 6
Special Needs PTA Info 7
Kindergarten Enrollment Info 8
CUSD 200 Closing Info 9
“Smile Squad” Info 10
Aaron Bacon, Pr incipal
Jef f Crowley – Beep Beep Edi tor
sandburgbeepbeep@out look.com
THANK YOU!!!
Thank you to all of the volunteers who make our Sandburg events possible!
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
February 7th-Movie Night 6:00
February 11th-9:30-PTA Council meeting, voting on bylaws which were sent out
February 11th-7:30-Board of Education Meeting at Wiesbrook
February 13th-Last Holiday Parties of the year-Pillow cases for service project
February 17th-7:00-New 200 Meeting At School Service Center
February 26th-All day CNO at Village Tavern
March 3rd-7:00-Next PTA meeting
March 4th-7:00-Kindergarten Round-Up
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YOU’RE INVITED TO AN “EAT OUT 2 HELP OUT” EVENT!
Thank you for assisting the organization/group listed below in their efforts to raise funds with our “EAT OUT 2 HELP OUT” event. We
realize every dollar counts and we will do our best to provide a fun atmosphere with high quality food and service to make a
memorable and profitable experience for the organization. It’s an all-day event, so you can come for lunch, dinner or both (open to
close). You can bring your business colleagues from work for lunch and then the family for dinner! Make sure you bring a flyer to
each visit!
These flyers may be copied and passed out to anyone and everyone PRIOR to the scheduled event. ANYONE suspected of passing out flyers on the day of the event on VTG property results in a penalty deduction or forfeit of the entire donation. Unfortunately, this clause was added due to past abuse of our charitable nature.
This flyer must be turned into your server at the time of payment alone with a copy of your bill in order to receive credit for the donation. Once you’ve left the building, you may not return with a flyer to apply to a bill.
Although groups may request sitting in the same section when booking the event, it is not necessary to receive the donation. We may not be able to grant all seating requests.
20% of the pre-taxed bill, minus any discounts will be donated back to the organization including carry-out orders.
If your organization is interested in booking an “EAT OUT 2 HELP OUT” event at the Village Tavern & Grill of Carol Stream, please call (630)-668-1101
FOR:____Sandburg Elementary_________________________________________________________________________________
DAY:___Thursday________________ DATE:_____February 26th__________ TIME: All Day (11 am-11 pm)
Location: Village Tavern & Grill 291 South Schmale Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188
(630)-668-1101
SUB-TOTAL CHECK AMOUNT: $ ____________________________ SERVER: _____________________ TIME:__________________
(before taxes & discounts)
50/50 Raffle
Tickets can be purchased before Trivia Night and the night of the event
Saturday, March 7, 2015
50/50 - prize is the half of the amount collected from ticket sales
***TICKETS***
$1.00 per ticket
2 ways to purchase tickets:
Complete attached form and return with money to school by Monday, March 2nd
Attend Trivia Night – Saturday, March 7th Winner does not have to be present to win the raffle.
**Please make checks payable to Sandburg PTA**
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*photocopies can be made for additional tickets needed
Thanks to so many of you who have already signed up to teach a class on
Exploremore Day we have almost 40 FUN and EXCITING classes we can offer
our Sandburg Students.
WE STILL NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS!!!
If you would like to volunteer to help on Exploremore Day, please contact one of
the following committee members to sign up.
If you would like to sign up to be an assistant
please contact Kelly Roller [email protected], or
Erin Purser [email protected]
If you would like to sign up to donate supplies
please contact Mary Welsh [email protected], or
Sarah Pisaneschi [email protected]
If you would like to sign up to assist in Kindergarten
please contact Maribeth Russell [email protected], or
Julie Westberg [email protected]
Any other questions please contact
Jen Scherer [email protected], Peg Smyth [email protected], or
Julie Michalak [email protected]
Remember . . . . . Exploremore Day is a closed campus school day so we
encourage you to sign up ahead of time and be a part of this fun and
exciting tradition at Sandburg School.
Hey dads and kids... join us for the
Sandburg Elementary School
Monday, February 23rd
8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Multi-Purpose Room
This Months’ Theme: Encouraging Creativity
A little breakfast*, a little bonding, a lot of fun!
*BYOB = Bring Your Own Breakfast
Team up with other Sandburg dads and kids for a quick, before-
school breakfast and a 45-minute program of fatherhood and
family topics. You’ll take away some great tips and resources to
help you be the best Dad you can be, and you’ll strengthen your
relationship with your kids at the same time. It’s fun, and it’s free!
See you there...
Email [email protected] for more information.
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The Wheaton Warrenville PTA Council is proud to announce the formation of the
Wheaton Warrenville Special Needs PTA (WWSN PTA) to our district!
WWSN PTA will hold their next meeting on:
Tuesday February 17th at 7:00 pm
Monroe Middle School
1855 Manchester Rd. Wheaton Topics of consideration at next meeting: Election of Officers If you are interested in being considered for an officer position, please come prepared to share a little about yourself with the group. Things you may wish to include are why you wish to be a leader in this newly formed group, other beneficial leadership experience, any professional experience of benefit and what vision you see for this group. People who are interested in being considered can nominate themselves or be nominated by someone else, consent having been given. Anyone interested in an officer position must join the PTA that evening prior to the election. Setting Goals and Mission for the PTA Creating a Preliminary Plan of Work In addition, other items which will be discussed include but are not limited to programming ideas, creation of some committees, and starting discussion of things such as budget, fundraising and bylaws. Dues were voted on and approved in the amount of $12 per person. Membership dues will be collected at the beginning of this meeting. Cash is preferred but checks will also be accepted made out to the WWSN PTA. Any questions feel free to contact Jean Donovan at [email protected] or Chris Crabtree at [email protected]
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 200
Kindergarten Enrollment Information for 2015-2016 Community Unit School District 200 is planning for students who will begin kindergarten next fall. To adequately arrange for your
incoming kindergartener’s online registration this spring, please note and prepare the following information.
There are several requirements for entry into kindergarten.
1. Any child who reaches the age of five (5) on or before September 1st may enter kindergarten at the beginning of the same
school year.
2. A registered birth certificate (no photocopies) must be presented at the time of registration. This document can be obtained
from the Office of Vital Statistics from the state in which your child was born.
3. Students entering preschool, kindergarten, and sixth grade must have a physical examination and required immunizations
within the year prior to enrollment.
• A physical examination form can be found on our website, will be given out at the kindergarten registration meeting, or
may be picked up at the school office.
• The physical is a requirement of the State of Illinois and includes a record of completed immunization for the following
childhood diseases: diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, poliomyelitis, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella.
• The physical must be completed no later than September 8th or the student will not be allowed to continue in school.
• Students entering school for the first time, kindergarten, or later are also required to have a vision exam by October 15th.
Students in kindergarten are required to have a dental exam by May 15th of their first year in school.
4. Families who are enrolling a child in Community Unit School District 200 should be prepared to complete a proof of
residency form and show three documents proving residency. The following items may be used for proof and each one
presented must have the resident’s current address. One (1) from the list below: AND Two (2) from the following list:
Real Estate Tax Bill Driver’s License
Lease Agreement Voter Registration Card
Mortgage Agreement Auto Registration or Insurance
Card
Property Sales Agreement Credit Card Bill *Those who live with someone else must present one of the above from the
owner / lessee with whom they live.
A notarized affidavit must also be provided attesting the registrant is living
with the owner/lessee. Affidavits can be found at your child’s school.
Public Aid Card
Utility Bill (Gas or Electric)
5. Visit www.cusd200.org and print out a “New Student Enrollment” form. Return the completed form, along
with the above required documents, to Sandburg School prior to or at the Sandburg Kindergarten
Round-up event being held on Wednesday, March 4, at 7:00 PM @ Sandburg School.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to having your child in our school. Feel free to
call the Sandburg School office with any questions – 630-682-2105. PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN
BOTTOM PORTION OF THIS FORM TO THE SANDBURG SCHOOL OFFICE at your earliest convenience,
and we will include you in our mailings.
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Student’s Legal Name (please print)_____________________________________________________________________________________
Student’s Date of Birth ___________________________________________ Gender: Male Female
Address _________________________________________________________ City ________________________Zip Code________________
Home Phone ____________________________________________________Cell Phone ___________________________________________
Father’s Name_______________________________________ Mother’s Name _________________________________________________
E-mail address ______________________________________
The DuPage County Health Department's "Smile Squad" will visit Sandburg Monday, March 16, 2014. Eligibility for children to participate in the program is based on income guidelines. A wide range of services will be offered, ranging from preventative services to restoration. The dental exam will meet the requirement for students who need the State mandated dental exam which is due May 15, 2015. Students in kindergarten, second and sixth grades are required to have a dental exam completed between November 15, 2013 and May 15, 2015. Consent forms will be sent home to all families in early March. Please call the Sandburg Nurses office with any question (630-682-2105).
