Can you believe that the school year is almost over? Time flies when you're having fun. As we get ready to wrap up the school year, here are some important dates and reminders to help ensure that your student finishes strong.

1. Senior Graduation Practice will take place on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, June 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students will receive their tickets at the end of practice.

Thursday, June 6th from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Students who attend all practices will receive extra tickets. All graduating students are required to attend each day of graduation rehearsals. Graduating students can arrive for graduation practice by riding the bus at their regular time. Students will be released at 12:00 p.m. to go home, but they can choose to ride the school bus at 3:15 p.m.

The commencement ceremony for the Class of 2024 will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Credit Union 1 Arena (formerly called UIC Pavilion).

2. Final Exams for underclassmen will be held from Monday, June 10th through Wednesday, June 12th. We encourage students to arrive on time, get adequate rest, and eat a healthy breakfast at home or at Proviso East before coming to school. Students should be well-prepared and ready to pass every exam.

The final exam schedule for underclassmen is posted below. Please review the schedule to ensure your student is prepared for the exams.

3. Summer School will take place at Proviso East and starts on June 17, 2024. Food service will be provided for all students attending Summer School. A $100 registration fee will be required before placement in the requested courses as of June 1, 2024. Please contact Mr. Tony Valente, District Coordinator at (708) 338-5929 for more information.

4. Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open. Parents of Proviso East students have been sent a letter with instructions on how to create a parent access ID and password in PowerSchool in order to register. Parents who are currently logged into PowerSchool or have an active account do not need to create a new account.

For questions or assistance with enrollment, please contact the school registrar, Ms. White at (708) 344-7000.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Best regards,

Cori Hobbs

Parent Engagement Coordinator

Proviso East High School

(office) 708-202-1678

Principal - Mr. Rodney Hull : rhull@pths209.org

Senior Grade-Level Principal: Mrs. McIntosh : lmcintosh@pths209.org

Senior Counselors: Ms. Bridges, (A-MH) tbridges@pths209.org

Mrs. Alvarez: (MI-Z) lalvarez@pths209.org

Social Worker: Ms. Santino: asantino@pths209.org

Junior Grade - Level Principal: Mrs. Lang : klang@pths209.org

Junior Counselors: Mr. Pappas: (A-K) : gpappas@pths209.org

Mrs. Martinez: (L-Z) : mmartinez@pths209.org

Social Worker: Mrs. Murchison: cmurchison@pths209.org

Sophomore Grade - Level Principal: Mr. Garcia : rgarcia@pths209.org

Sophomore Counselors: Mrs. Mercado (A-L) nmercado@pths209.org

Mr. Ingram (M-Z) tingram@pths209.org

Social Worker: Mr. Aguirre daguirre@pths209.org

Freshman Grade - Level Principal: Dr. Seegars : wseegars@pths209.org

Freshman Counselors: Mrs. Caballero (A-L) jcaballero@pths209.org

Mrs. Kopf: (M-Z) jkopf@pths209.org

Social Worker: Mrs. Johnson : hmccarthy@pths209.org

• 🙋‍♀️ For questions please email chobbs@pths209.org

May 22, 2024

Dear Parents and Guardians of the Class of 2024,

The commencement ceremony for the Class of 2024 will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at Credit Union 1 Arena (formerly called UIC Pavilion). We want this formal ceremony to be as dignified and memorable as possible, so we will conduct a series of graduation rehearsal days to prepare students for the event.

Graduation rehearsal will be held at Proviso East High School on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At the end of practice, students will receive their caps and gowns.

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students will receive their tickets at the end of practice.

Thursday, June 6th, 9:00 a.m.- 12 p.m. Students who attend all practices will receive extra tickets.

ALL graduating students are required to attend ALL graduation rehearsals.

Before rehearsal, seniors should have:

• Returned their textbooks, calculators, and other school property
• Cleared their accounts and obligations
• Completed required service hours
• Completed all final exams

At each rehearsal, graduating seniors will receive items for graduation, including line cards, name pronunciation checks, cap and gowns, and ten (10) tickets. Students who do not complete ALL rehearsals will not receive extra tickets.

A celebratory senior lunch will follow Tuesday’s rehearsal.

Graduation Day, June 8, 2024, 1:00 PM

• The ceremony will begin in the afternoon at 1:00 PM at Credit Union 1 Arena (formerly called UIC Pavilion) located at 525 S. Racine Street, Chicago, Illinois. There will be open seating.
• Graduates should arrive at Proviso East High School at 9:00 AM.
• Students will be bused to Credit Union 1 Arena. They must ride the bus to participate in graduation, and students who do not ride the bus will not participate in the ceremony. No exceptions!
• Families are encouraged to arrive at Credit Union 1 Arena early. The Arena has a bag check policy and metal detectors, so please allow time for this process!
• No strollers or balloons are allowed inside the facility.
• The parking lots are directly across from and behind the Credit Union 1 Arena. The cost is $10.00 per vehicle.

We look forward to seeing you at the Class of 2024 Commencement, and please feel free to contact us with any questions.

Regards, Tabitha FranklinGraduation Coordinator/Proviso East High Schooltfranklin@pths209.org

If you purchased your student cap and gown on the Proviso East website during April or May, please send me a copy of your receipt on Teams or via email. Please note that this message is only for those who purchased it on the school website.

We kindly ask you not to send BALFOUR receipts. As graduation day approaches on June 8th, we urge you to make the payment today to avoid any inconvenience.

Please note that the fee has increased by $60.00 and must be paid in person for those who haven't paid yet. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Best regards,

Mrs. Franklin

tfranklin@pths209.org

The following are the required documents to prove residency for enrollment in Proviso Township High Schools D209. You must fulfill both Category A and Category B.

Category A: You Must Provide One (1) of These Documents

• Real Estate Tax Bill or Updated Lease
  
• Mortgage Document/Payment Book
• Updated Section 8 Letter
  
• Military Housing Letter
  
• Residency Attestation with lease-holder's signed lease or mortgage papers (see link below)

Category B: You Must Provide Two (2) Documents

• Gas, Water, Electric Bills
  
• Current Driver's License or State ID
  
• Phone Bill (not cell/mobile)
  
• Cable Bill
  
• Medical Card with current address
  
• Vehicle Registration
  
• City Sticker Receipt
  
• Bank Statement
  
• Check Stub

Additional Required Forms

• Birth Certificate (Incoming Freshman)
• 8th Grade Diploma

Please contact your school's registration staff if you are having trouble collecting all three documents. The numbers are below:

(708) 344-7000 or (708) 202-1629

The district may require a home visit and/or additional documentation to verify residency.

If your address is a temporary living arrangement, please contact the number above for additional information.

• June 4th : Graduation Practice and senior Picnic

• June 5th: Graduation Practice 8 AM to 12 PM
• June 5th: Baccalaureate ceremony 6:30 PM in the Auditorium
• June 6th: Graduation Practice 8 AM to 12 PM
• June 8th: Graduation at UIC 1 PM . 10 AM Student arrival at Proviso East for bussing to graduation

Week of 6/3/24

• Make-ups for STAR Reading & Math as needed

The Proviso East Spring Sports Pizza Party Event took place on Thursday, May 30th. The event was a great success, and it provided an opportunity to celebrate our student-athletes at Proviso East.

All seven (7) Spring Sports Teams (Baseball, Softball, Girls Track, Boys Track, Boys Tennis, Boys Volleyball, and Girls Soccer) were recognized for their participation and accomplishments this season. Our top academic seniors, both male and female, were honored, along with the 7 Team MVPs.

Additionally, the Male and Female Coach of the Year as well as the Most Outstanding Performance Athletes were recognized. Top Male GPA: Milo Gittings - 5.1 Top Female GPA: Mya Harrison - 5.0 Top Male Performance Athlete: Jaiden Gary Top Female Performance Athlete: Mya Harrison Male Coach of the Year: Antonio Gonzalez - Boys Soccer Female Coach of the Year: Dianna Johnson - Girls Wrestling and Flag Football Team's Most Valuable Players: - Vannessa Hernandez - Girls Soccer - Jaiden Gary - Boys Track - Milo Gittings - Boys Volleyball - Mya Harrison - Softball - Maximiliano Cardenas - Boys Tennis - Ryne Washington - Baseball - Nyah Akbar - Girls Track (not pictured)

PROVISO EAST BOOK FAIR OPENS!

The Proviso East High School Book Fair took place in the Library from May 28 through June 7, 2024. Current Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors visited the library during English class to select their summer reading book. Ms. Patricia Adjetey, the School Librarian, set up books on tables throughout the library to help students make a good selection. Ms. LaToya McIntosh, Assistant Principal, created a festive atmosphere with balloons and streamers.

“We want students to be excited about reading, to pick a book they like, and enjoy reading it all summer long,” said Ms. McIntosh.

“It’s about finding the right book, the one that speaks to you, the one that grabs you!” said Ms. Adjetey.

Students were provided suggested book lists as well as local library information to acquire their book of choice.

Some suggested titles include:

• House on Mango Street
• I am Malala
• Stamped

• Like Water for Chocolate

• Just Mercy

• Nickel Boys

• The 57 Bus

• When the Ground is Hard

• When You Ask Me Where I’m Going

• Ready Player One

• A Hole in my Life

• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

• The House of Broken Angels

• There, There

• The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time

• My Beloved World (Sonia Sotomayor)

• Children of the Land

• When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir

• Claudette Colvin: Twice Told Justice

• Passing

• How to Read Literature Like a Professor

Spanish texts were also made available to Spanish-speaking students.

Summer Reading Books are available for checkout until the last day of school. The assignment is due Monday, August 19, 2024 in English class next year.

Further information including video book talks are available at http://www.pths209.org/summerreading

Submitted by: Ms. Marino

The Proviso East Marching Band and Choir recently visited Irving Middle School, Stevenson Middle School, and Washington Dual Language School to perform for the 7th and 8th grade students. Their performances made the last day of school for the 8th-grade class more special and memorable, and also highlighted the various activities available to students who joined.

Additionally, we shared information about our summer band camp, Freshman Connection, Summer Sports Camp, and Newcomers Camp. The feedback from all three schools was overwhelmingly positive, with everyone loving the performances. We saw students and staff dancing and singing with enjoyment and even had the opportunity to sing Happy Birthday to a newcomer from Cuba. Each building expressed interest in having the band and choir return in the fall.

I want to extend a huge heartfelt thanks to Mr. Seals, Mr. Johnson, and Ms. Welte for their unwavering dedication and hard work. Their willingness to travel for several days, adjust to each middle school's schedule, and make each performance unique to the body of students truly made this event a special treat. We also thank Mr. Hull for his willingness to continue to support the effort in strengthening the relationships with our feeder schools.

Lastly, I want to also thank the principals of Irving, Washington Dual Language, and Stevenson for welcoming the Pirates into your building. You all are truly wonderful to work with, and I appreciated the opportunity to witness the 8th grade students cross the graduation stage on Thursday. Celebrating with the students, family, and District 89 staff was terrific.

C.Hobbs

Proviso East recently held our Spring Art Show from May 20th to May 24th.

Students exhibited their exceptional artwork from various classes, including Art Foundations, Advanced Studio Art, Ceramics, 3-D Sculpture, Digital Photography, Drawing & Painting, and AP Art. The event was a vibrant display of creativity and talent for all Pirates.

We extend our heartfelt kudos to Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Martin, Ms. Kim, and all our talented student artists for their beautiful drawings, paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Enjoy some of the event photos below.

Submitted by Mrs. Johannah Tomita Martin, Fine Art Teacher.

We are thrilled to invite your 8th grader to join us for Freshman Connection this summer! Our program is designed to help incoming Freshman become familiar with Proviso East and prepare for a successful transition to high school.

Freshman Connection will feature a variety of fun and engaging activities that will help your child make new friends, learn about our school culture, and develop the skills needed to thrive academically and socially. It's an excellent way for them to feel like part of the Proviso family before the school year begins.

We encourage you to take advantage of this valuable opportunity and register our child for Freshman Connection. Together, we can help our incoming Freshmen start high school on the right foot!

We are excited to announce our upcoming Newcomer Camp, designed for students new to the country seeking support in acclimating to academic and social life in America. This camp is also open to students currently receiving English Language services who would benefit from additional support over the summer.

The Newcomer Camp offers students a fantastic opportunity to make new friends, develop language skills, and gain valuable insights into life around Proviso East. Our program is specifically tailored to provide a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.

¿Puedes creer que el año escolar casi ha terminado? El tiempo vuela cuando te estas divirtiendo. Mientras nos preparamos para concluir el año escolar, aquí hay algunas fechas importantes y recordatorios para ayudar a garantizar que su estudiante termine bien.

1. La Práctica de Graduación del último año se llevará a cabo en las siguientes fechas:

Martes 4 de junio de 9:00 a 12:00 horas.

Miércoles 5 de junio de 9:00 a 12:00 horas. Los estudiantes recibirán sus boletos al final de la práctica.

Jueves 6 de junio de 9:00 a 12:00 horas.

Los estudiantes que asistan a todas las prácticas recibirán entradas adicionales. Todos los estudiantes que se gradúan deben asistir todos los días de los ensayos de graduación. Los estudiantes graduados pueden llegar a la práctica de graduación tomando el autobús a su horario habitual. Los estudiantes saldrán a las 12:00 p.m. regresar a casa, pero pueden optar por viajar en el autobús escolar a las 3:15 p.m.

La ceremonia de graduación de 2024 se llevará a cabo el sábado 8 de junio de 2024 a la 1:00 p.m. en Credit Union 1 Arena (anteriormente llamado UIC Pavilion).

2. Los exámenes finales para estudiantes de primer año se llevarán a cabo del lunes 10 de junio al miércoles 12 de junio. Alentamos a los estudiantes a llegar a tiempo, descansar lo suficiente y comer un desayuno saludable en casa o en Proviso East antes de venir a la escuela. Los estudiantes deben estar bien preparados y listos para aprobar todos los exámenes.

El calendario de exámenes finales para estudiantes de primer año se publica a continuación. Revise el cronograma para asegurarse de que su estudiante esté preparado para los exámenes.

3. La Escuela de Verano se llevará a cabo en Proviso East y comenzará el 17 de junio de 2024. Se proporcionará servicio de alimentos a todos los estudiantes que asistan a la Escuela de Verano. Se requerirá una tarifa de inscripción de $100 antes de la colocación en los cursos solicitados a partir del 1 de junio de 2024. Comuníquese con el Sr. Tony Valente, Coordinador del Distrito al (708) 338-5929 para obtener más información.

4. Ya están abiertas las inscripciones para el año escolar 2024-2025. A los padres de los estudiantes de Proviso East se les envió una carta con instrucciones sobre cómo crear una identificación de acceso para padres y una contraseña en PowerSchool para poder registrarse. Los padres que actualmente han iniciado sesión en PowerSchool o tienen una cuenta activa no necesitan crear una cuenta nueva.

Si tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda con la inscripción, comuníquese con la registradora de la escuela, la Sra. White al (708) 344-7000.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en contactarnos.

Atentamente,

Cori Hobbs

Coordinador de participación de padres

Proviso East High School

(oficina) 708-202-1678

22 de mayo de 2024

Estimados padres y tutores de la promoción de 2024,

La ceremonia de graduación de 2024 se llevará a cabo el sábado 8 de junio de 2024 a la 1:00 p.m. en Credit Union 1 Arena (anteriormente llamado UIC Pavilion). Queremos que esta ceremonia formal sea lo más digna y memorable posible, por lo que realizaremos una serie de días de ensayo de graduación para preparar a los estudiantes para el evento.

El ensayo de graduación se llevará a cabo en Proviso East High School el martes 4 de junio de 2024, de 9:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. Al final de la práctica, los estudiantes recibirán sus togas y birretes.

Miércoles 5 de junio de 2024, de 9:00 a 12:00 horas. Los estudiantes recibirán sus boletos al final de la práctica.

Jueves 6 de junio, de 9:00 a. m. a 12 p. m. Los estudiantes que asistan a todas las prácticas recibirán entradas adicionales.

TODOS los estudiantes que se gradúan deben asistir a TODOS los ensayos de graduación.

Antes del ensayo, los estudiantes del último año deben tener:

Devolvieron sus libros de texto, calculadoras y otros bienes escolares.

Limpiaron sus cuentas y obligaciones.

Horas de servicio requeridas completadas

Completó todos los exámenes finales.

En cada ensayo, los estudiantes del último año que se gradúen recibirán artículos para la graduación, incluidas tarjetas de línea, comprobaciones de pronunciación de nombres, toga y birrete y diez (10) boletos. Los estudiantes que no completen TODOS los ensayos no recibirán boletos adicionales.

Después del ensayo del martes habrá un almuerzo de celebración para los estudiantes de último año.

Día de graduación, 8 de junio de 2024, 13:00

La ceremonia comenzará por la tarde a la 1:00 p.m. en Credit Union 1 Arena (anteriormente llamado UIC Pavilion) ubicado en 525 S. Racine Street, Chicago, Illinois. Habrá asientos abiertos.

Los graduados deben llegar a la escuela secundaria Proviso East a las 9:00 a.m.

Los estudiantes serán transportados en autobús a Credit Union 1 Arena. Deben viajar en el autobús para participar en la graduación y los estudiantes que no viajen en el autobús no participarán en la ceremonia. ¡Sin excepciones!

Se recomienda a las familias que lleguen temprano al Credit Union 1 Arena. La Arena tiene una política de control de bolsos y detectores de metales, así que ¡dese tiempo para este proceso!

No se permiten cochecitos ni globos dentro de las instalaciones.

Los estacionamientos están justo enfrente y detrás del Credit Union 1 Arena. El costo es de $10.00 por vehículo.

Esperamos verlo en la graduación de la promoción de 2024 y no dude en contactarnos si tiene alguna pregunta.

Saludos, Tabitha FranklinCoordinadora de graduación/Proviso East High Schooltfranklin@pths209.org

Si compró su toga y birrete de estudiante en el sitio web de Proviso East durante abril o mayo, envíeme una copia de su recibo en Teams o por correo electrónico. Tenga en cuenta que este mensaje es solo para quienes lo compraron en el sitio web de la escuela.

Le rogamos que no envíe recibos de BALFOUR. A medida que se acerca el día de graduación, el 8 de junio, le recomendamos realizar el pago hoy para evitar cualquier inconveniente.

Tenga en cuenta que la tarifa ha aumentado en $60.00 y debe pagarse en persona para aquellos que aún no han pagado. Gracias por su pronta atención, a este asunto.

Atentamente,

señora franklin

tfranklin@pths209.org

4 de junio: Práctica de graduación y picnic para estudiantes de último año

5 de junio: Práctica de graduación de 8 a. m. a 12 p. m.

5 de junio: Acto de Bachillerato 18.30 h en el Auditorio

6 de junio: Práctica de Graduación 8am a 12m

8 de junio: Graduación en la UIC 13 h. Los estudiantes llegan al Este a las 10 am para viajar en los autobuses.

11 de junio: Fin del Semestre 2

17 de junio: comienza la escuela de verano

Semana del 3/6/24

Recuperaciones para STAR Reading & Math según sea necesario

El evento Proviso East Spring Sports Pizza Party se llevó a cabo el jueves 30 de mayo. El evento fue un gran éxito y brindó la oportunidad de celebrar a nuestros estudiantes-atletas en Proviso East.

Los siete (7) equipos deportivos de primavera (béisbol, sóftbol, ​​atletismo femenino, atletismo masculino, tenis masculino, voleibol masculino y fútbol femenino) fueron reconocidos por su participación y logros esta temporada. Nuestros mejores estudiantes académicos del último año, tanto hombres como mujeres, fueron homenajeados, junto con los 7 MVP del equipo.

Además, se reconoció al Entrenador Masculino y Femenino del Año así como a los Deportistas de Rendimiento Más Destacado. Mejor GPA masculino: Milo Gittings - 5.1 Mejor GPA femenino: Mya Harrison - 5.0 Mejor atleta de rendimiento masculino: Jaiden Gary Mejor atleta de rendimiento femenino: Mya Harrison Entrenador masculino del año: Antonio González - Entrenador femenino del año de fútbol masculino: Dianna Johnson - Los jugadores más valiosos del equipo femenino de lucha libre y fútbol americano de banderas: - Vannessa Hernandez - Fútbol femenino - Jaiden Gary - Pista masculina - Milo Gittings - Voleibol masculino - Mya Harrison - Softbol - Maximiliano Cárdenas - Tenis masculino - Ryne Washington - Béisbol - Nyah Akbar - Pista femenina (no en la foto)

Proviso East celebró recientemente nuestra Exposición de Arte de Primavera del 20 al 24 de mayo.

Los estudiantes exhibieron sus excepcionales obras de arte de varias clases, incluyendo Fundamentos de Arte, Arte de Estudio Avanzado, Cerámica, Escultura 3-D, Fotografía Digital, Dibujo y Pintura y Arte AP. El evento fue una vibrante muestra de creatividad y talento para todos los Piratas.

Extendemos nuestras más sinceras felicitaciones a la Sra. Hill, la Sra. Martin, la Sra. Kim y a todos nuestros talentosos estudiantes artistas por sus hermosos dibujos, pinturas, fotografías y esculturas. Disfrute de algunas de las fotos del evento a continuación.

Presentado por la Sra. Johannah Tomita Martin, Profesora de Bellas Artes.

¡SE ABRE LA FERIA DEL LIBRO PROVISO EAST!

La Feria del Libro de la escuela secundaria Proviso East se llevó a cabo en la biblioteca del 28 de mayo al 7 de junio de 2024. Los estudiantes actuales de primer, segundo y tercer año visitaron la biblioteca durante la clase de inglés para seleccionar su libro de lectura de verano. La Sra. Patricia Adjetey, bibliotecaria de la escuela, colocó libros en las mesas de toda la biblioteca para ayudar a los estudiantes a hacer una buena selección. La Sra. LaToya McIntosh, subdirectora, creó un ambiente festivo con globos y serpentinas.

"Queremos que los estudiantes se entusiasmen con la lectura, que elijan un libro que les guste y disfruten leyéndolo durante todo el verano", dijo la Sra. McIntosh.

“¡Se trata de encontrar el libro adecuado, el que te hable, el que te atrape!” dijo la Sra. Adjetey.

Los estudiantes recibieron sugerencias de listas de libros, así como información de la biblioteca local para adquirir el libro de su elección.

Algunos títulos sugeridos incluyen:

• House on Mango Street
• I am Malala
• Stamped

• Like Water for Chocolate

• Just Mercy

• Nickel Boys

• The 57 Bus

• When the Ground is Hard

• When You Ask Me Where I’m Going

• Ready Player One

• A Hole in my Life

• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

• The House of Broken Angels

• There, There

• The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time

• My Beloved World (Sonia Sotomayor)

• Children of the Land

• When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir

• Claudette Colvin: Twice Told Justice

• Passing

• How to Read Literature Like a Professor

También se pusieron a disposición de los estudiantes de habla hispana textos en español.

Los libros de lectura de verano están disponibles para prestar hasta el último día de clases. La tarea vence el lunes 19 de agosto de 2024 en la clase de inglés del próximo año.

Más información, incluidas charlas sobre libros en vídeo, está disponible en http://www.pths209.org/summerreading

Presentado por: Sra. Marino