DPM Newsletter - 11.7.24

• Our Building News
• Spotlight on Advisory & the Portrait
• Luv 4 Livy Support
• Registration for G7 Springfield Trip and Next Year's G8 Washington DC Trip
• **REPEAT** Tardy Notifications - Starting Trimester 2
  
• **REPEAT** Absences Around Thanksgiving Break
  

• District 67 News
• Winter MAP Testing
• Safety and Security Reminder: Use Guest Kiosk To Sign Your Child Out of School
• District 67 APT Thanksgiving Food Drive

• APT News and Events
• APT Thanksgiving Food Drive and Sorting Volunteering
• APT Meeting
• Thank You, SEL Chairs for Veteran's Day Activity
  
  
• Spirit News and Events
• A Big Thank You This November!
• Annual Crosstown Challenge Underway!

• Community News and Events
• Lake Forest High School News
• Buy Tickets for the Frosh/Soph Play, The Alibis
• You're Invited to the Next District 115 Referendum Community Update
• Mr. V’s Day Off – Institute Day
• Gorton Center Event - Karen Morgan Comedy Show
• Lake Forest Open Lands - November and Family Children's Programming
• Virtual FAN Event: You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Your Child's Mental Health

• 45th Annual Holiday Boutique - Women's Board of Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

• Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Ode to Joy: Beethoven Symphony Number 9 Be Part of B9

Dear DPM Families,

We want to highlight the teachable moments that have been occurring through our Monday Advisory lessons. This year we have worked to align our lessons with the Portrait of a Learner competencies, so students can learn about and apply those skills during their school day. We just wrapped up covering Empathy during October, and we are now shifting our attention to Communication for November.

With Veterans Day coming up next week on November 11th, we wanted to honor and thank all the members of our community who have served. To help us put our Portrait competencies into action, our DPM APT coordinated an opportunity for our 7th and 8th graders to write cards that will be sent to veterans and their families. These experiences go beyond the classroom to provide our Deer Path Braves with growth both as students and as people.

As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow, November 8th for our District 67 Institute Day. Have a wonderful long weekend,

Dr. Michelle Shinn, 5/6 Principal

Mr. Sam Paulsen, 7/8 Principal

Monday, November 11

• Early Release

• Sign up here for Study Hall

Tuesday, November 12

• No Events

Wednesday, November 13

• No Events

Thursday, November 14

• Shelter in Place Drill

Friday, November 15

• End of Trimester 1

Please check out our DPM Calendar on the website for more details.

Olivia (Livy) Rubeck is a 5th grader at Deer Path Middle School. Livy has been courageously battling leukemia and recently faced an additional challenge—a traumatic brain injury. Livy’s journey has been incredibly difficult and she is fortunate to be surrounded by friends in our community that find ways to support her family.

To aid in Olivia’s medical expenses and ongoing recovery efforts, a t-shirt fundraiser has been organized where you can purchase a specially designed t-shirt with all proceeds from the sales going directly to Olivia and her family to help with the financial costs they are facing. Not only will your contribution provide financial relief, but it will also send a powerful message of hope and solidarity to Olivia during her fight.

To buy a t-shirt and make a difference, scan the QR Code below. Every t-shirt sold will make a significant impact and help Olivia on her road to recovery. T-shirts will be available on 11/11 during lunch periods at DPM. Please see this attached flier for more details.

Let’s come together as a community to show Olivia that she is not alone in this battle. Your kindness and generosity can help make a world of difference. Thank you for your support!

DPM 7th graders have started registering for the Springfield, IL (April 2025) and Washington, DC (November 2025) trip. If any 7th grade family missed the 11/7/24 meeting and would like information please contact Kristin Tiveron and Karen Pedersen at TravelwithPeers@gmail.com or complete this form and information will be emailed to you.

Time management and responsibility are essential skills that will benefit students in their academic journey and beyond. Arriving on time for classes not only shows respect for the classroom environment but also helps students develop a sense of routine and accountability.

We will begin sending automated tardy notifications for Trimester 2 for all students in grades 6-8 based on the following thresholds. Notifications and responses will be issued by a Dean.

• Grade 6
• 6 tardies per class : WARNING 1=Verbal warning, Teacher directed conversation
• 9 tardies per class : WARNING 2= Dean Supportive Conversation
• 12 tardies per class: WARNING 3= 30 minute Time-Owed (before/ after school), reflection and reteaching

• Grade 7-8
• 3 tardies per class = WARNING 1 = Verbal warning
• 6 tardies per class = WARNING 2 = Two lunch/recess reflections
• 9 tardies per class = WARNING 3 = 30-minute time owed (before/after school) and parent conversation
• 12 tardies per class= WARNING 4 = 45-minute time owed (before/after school), reflection and parent meeting

Please contact your child’s teacher directly if you have questions if you have questions about your child’s tardiness.

Thanksgiving Break is coming up November 27-29! Please contact the SCHOOL OFFICE at dpmattendance56@lfschools.net or dpmattendance78@lfschools.net if you have any planned student absences or please report your absence through PowerSchool.

District 67 students in grades 2-8 will take the NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) from December 3-5. Makeup tests are on December 13.

Please make sure your student brings a fully charged iPad to school every day while testing.

MAP is a Common Core-aligned, adaptive, computer-based assessment. This nationally normed assessment is designed to measure growth over time in the areas of reading and math. The District utilizes the achievement and growth data from MAP to inform instructional planning for individuals and groups of students; and measure growth from year-to-year.

Please remember that when picking up students during the school day, parents or guardians must sign them out at the Guest Kiosk by the school entrance and present a valid ID. This process is essential for maintaining student safety and accountability. If the student returns later in the day, they may sign themselves back in without needing a parent or guardian to check them in again.

The Food Drive kicks off on Monday, November 11, and runs through Friday, November 15.

Many people are struggling with food insecurity in Lake County. Please help us support these families in need this Thanksgiving. Donations will benefit Cool Ministries Food Pantry, North Chicago Community Partners, and Beacon Place.

Donation Items by Grade:

• 5th: Corn Muffin Mix
• 6th: Canned Broth
• 7th: Canned Corn
• 8th: Rice

Please bring your donations to your school and deposit them in the bins at the front entrance of all buildings, 8:30 am-3:00 pm.

Thank you!

Dear DPM Families,

It’s the best time of the year to be grateful!

The Thanksgiving H.U.G.S Food Drive starts NEXT WEEK - November 11-15. Let’s Go Braves!

• HUGS = Help Us Give Suppers! Items to bring by grade are;

• 5th - Corn Muffin Mix

• 6th - Canned Broth

• 7th - Canned Corn

• 8th - Rice

• To volunteer at the food sorting on Friday, 11/15 after school visit:

Next APT Meeting:

• November 19 is the DPM APT Meeting featuring guest speakers Dr. Matt Montgomery and Chuck Walsh, Director of School Safety. Coffee 9am followed by the meeting and Q&A. Hope to see you there!

For Veteran’s Day, DPM students created cards for Midwest Veterans Closet in Waukegan. We salute our vets. Thank you to SEL Chairs Noel Dolan and Katie Wilson for coordinating this wonderful hands on activity.

A few pictures of our DPM students in action:

TGIF! Have a great weekend!

Cheers,

Kristin McCain, DPM APT President

(773) 383-7951

Kristinmccain@gmail.com

🎉 A Big Thank You This November! 🎉

As we celebrate the season of gratitude, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our families and local businesses. Your generosity is the cornerstone of our district's lasting legacy. Thank you for everything you do to support our students and community!

📚Annual Crosstown Challenge Underway!

• Schools that reach 80% family participation or 70% at DPM will receive an extra $1,000 in grant awards!

• Hit these percentages by December 31 for a chance to win an additional $500 bonus!

For more details and to make your annual donation, visit our website.

• Special Hours: CROYA will be open from 1:00 - 3:00 pm on Friday, November 8.
• Closures: CROYA will be closed after school on Friday, November 22, and Monday, November 25, due to the High School CROYA Retreat.

Annual Poinsettia Sale
The Annual CROYA Poinsettia Sale is underway! Orders can be placed until November 20. Call (847) 810-3980 or order online at croyapoinsettia.com.

Waiver Reminder
All students need a completed waiver to participate in CROYA programs. Find the waiver at croya.com.

There's a lot of information coming in from Lake Forest High School, and we want you to be informed on upcoming events, the referendum, and more. Take a look at what's featured, and click the links below for more information!

• Buy Tickets for the Frosh/Soph Play, The Alibis

With the Enabling Phase coming to a close and Phase One construction work beginning to take shape, please join us to hear an update on our progress and future plans.

Date: December 12, 2024
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Raymond Moore Auditorium at Lake Forest High School East Campus, 1285 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL

Happy Thursday D67 Community! See all of our upcoming community events through the Community Events on our website. Here is a preview of what you'll see:

Mr. V’s Day Off – Institute Day

November 8. 2024

Set sail with Mr. V. on an unforgettable virtual sea odyssey celebrating the upcoming ’round the world Vendée Globe sailing race.

Gorton Center Event - Karen Morgan Comedy Show

November 9 at 7:30 pm

Join us for a night of hilarity! Anyone will love this clean comedy show, but especially if you are of a certain age who grew up playing outside without bike helmets, adult supervision, or bottled water-and still managed to survive. :-)

Gorton Center Event - Karen Morgan Comedy Show

November 9 at 7:30 pm

Join us for a night of hilarity! Anyone will love this clean comedy show, but especially if you are of a certain age who grew up playing outside without bike helmets, adult supervision, or bottled water-and still managed to survive. :-)

Virtual FAN Event: You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Your Child's Mental Health

November 18, 2024, 7:00 pm

We're excited for the upcoming online FAN event, featuring Christine M. Crawford, MD, MPH and Tramaine Presley, Psy.D., LCPC, LMHC.

45th Annual Holiday Boutique - Women's Board of Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

November 21-23, 2024 at the Forester Hotel

Click above to learn more information!

Lake Forest Civic Orchestra Ode to Joy: Beethoven Symphony Number 9 Be Part of B9

January 19, 2025

The Lake Forest Civic Orchestra will perform Beethoven’s 9th Symphony at the James Lumber Performing Arts Center in Grayslake, Illinois!