Gilberts Elementary

Dear Parents,

Our school year is off to a great start! As I walk in and out of classrooms, I hear and see children engaging in learning activities and you can’t help but feel the excitement of our learning environment. It really has been an exciting time for all of us. Our staff continues to be grateful to our families for their ongoing support.

Thank you to all of you who participated in our Curriculum Night! I hope that you found the evening full of information about the curriculum your student(s) will study and other important information related to their classroom and

school day. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher directly.

I invite you to connect with our GES PTO. This group of active and involved parents supports our school through grant funding, family activities, spirit wear sales and other events that enhance the culture of our school. Our PTO parents have always been wonderful supporters of our students and teachers. Currently the PTO is getting ready to launch our fall fundraiser and a very exciting night at Santa's Village. This year we will be participating in the Raise Craze. This fundraiser helps earn funds for our building as well as encourage students to do acts of kindness. There are flyers in our Virtual Backpack that show more information. You can always check out the PTO website for upcoming events and opportunities to volunteer as they have lots of great activities for this upcoming year!

Stay safe and take care of one another!

Mr. Ruzinok

Principal

Our Fall Book Fair is from October 21st – October 25th . Support our school and help your child discover new books, favorite characters, vale packs, and more!

Picture Day will be held on Thursday, November 7th.

Every student will have their picture taken for the yearbook, class picture, and lunch card. Dress your best!!!

Picture re-takes will be on Thursday, December 12th.

Cool weather has arrived and your students are expected to wear appropriate clothing to go outside. If you have younger students, please spend time with them practicing how to zipper their coats, put on their gloves, and put their boots on independently.

As a reminder, Illinois law permits students to carry and possess inhalers to treat asthma. We highly encourage all students to have their inhalers with them at all times and to provide the school nurse with an additional back-up inhaler as well. We also ask you to please provide the school nurse with an Asthma Action Plan, signed by your healthcare provider. Asthma Action Plans are available on the D300 website under “Health Services.” Please contact Nurse Carrie at (224)484-5911 for additional questions or information.

Late start morning student supervision begins at 9:50 a.m.

Buses unload at 9:50 a.m. Students who arrive by car on these mornings, should stay in their cars with families until 9:50 a.m. when adult supervision begins.

Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend with your kids who love STEM? STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and math. This free event is held each year in the fall on the campus of Northern Illinois University and features more than 100 exhibits, speakers, and demonstrations designed to inspire and engage guests of all ages with opportunities for STEM learning. It is one of the largest free family events in northern Illinois. Here is the link to their website with more information.

October 2 - Late Start at 10:00 a.m.

October 10 - End of First Quarter

October 11 - No Student Attendance

October 14 - No Student Attendance

October 16 - PTO General Meeting

October 25 - No Student Attendance

November 6 - Late Start at 10:00 a.m.

November 7 - Fall Pictures

November 13 - PTO Meeting at 5:30 p.m.

November 25 - Parent Teacher Conferences 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

November 26 - Parent Teacher Conferences 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

November 25 - November 29 - Fall Break