Family Resource Newsletter : Oct

Family Resource Newsletter : Oct

Family involvement is essential to student success!

Cicero District 99 continues its efforts to engage families with their students' learning at home.


Through the Strategic Planning process, community feedback indicated that parents want support and resources to use at home with their children. The purpose of this newsletter is designed to do just that! Each month, the topics and suggestions will align with classroom instruction.


Working together, we can improve outcomes for all our students!

Share Your Work

We'd love to highlight families using these resources to support student learning at home. Please send photos to cicerodistrict99@gmail.com with a brief description including student school, student grade level and which activity you are doing! Photos and testimonials will be shared in next month's newsletter.

Math Resources

Literacy Resources

District 99 adopted Amplify as its literacy curriculum during the '23-'24 school year. One of the resources available with this program is an overview of what students are learning in during each unit as well as suggestions for ways families to support at home. The caregiver letters provided below share an overview of what students are reading and discovering in each unit, along with suggestions for discussion questions.


Kindergarten



First Grade



Second Grade



Third Grade



Fourth Grade



Fifth Grade



Sixth Grade


Seventh Grade


Eighth Grade

Multilingual Resources

The Seal of Biliteracy

The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given to students who can read, write and speak in two or more languages by the time they graduate from high school. The seal demonstrates how they have worked hard to become skilled in both English and another language.


For elementary school parents, the Seal of Biliteracy might sound like something far away, but the journey to earning the seal begins now, as your child learns both English and another language.


  • Being in a bilingual or dual-language program helps prepare them for this special recognition in high school.

  • The work they’re doing now sets them up for success and opens up many exciting opportunities for their future!

  • Encouraging your child to keep learning and practicing both languages will open up more opportunities in the future, whether for jobs, college or simply connecting with more people in the world!


Resources:


Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy - Parents Guide

Seal of Biliteracy Organization

SEL Resources

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!

As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, we take this opportunity to honor the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Hispanics and Latin Americans. This month serves as a reminder of the profound impact that Hispanic and Latino communities have had on our country, and it’s a time for us to reflect on the values of diversity, inclusion and unity.


In Cicero District 99, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student feels valued and respected, and where cultural heritage is celebrated. Hispanic Heritage Month is a chance for us to highlight the achievements and influence of Hispanic and Latino individuals, not only in history, but also in our community today.


In addition to celebrating cultural heritage, we also recognize the importance of mental health and well-being within our community. We understand that mental health challenges can affect anyone,

regardless of background, and we are dedicated to providing support to our students and families.


That’s why we’ve partnered with Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that assists in finding mental health or substance use treatment options. Care Solace is available to all students, staff, and their families within our district, ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need when they need it.


How to Access Care Solace:


● Call: You can reach Care Solace at (888) 515-0595, with multilingual support available 24/7/365.

● Online: www.caresolace.com/cicd99 to search for services or to request assistance with scheduling an appointment.


As we come together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s also reaffirm our commitment to supporting the mental health and well-being of every member of our community. By working together, we can ensure that our district remains a place where all students can thrive, both academically and personally.


Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making D99 a vibrant, inclusive community.

The Teaching and Learning Department