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Wharton Wildcat News
March 22, 2024
A Note From Ms. Modiest...
Dear/Parents and Guardians,
Spring Break is finally here!! IAR testing is now complete! We know that our students in 3rd-5th grade worked very hard during this testing time. I know that we are all ready for some warm weather and a relaxing break. This is a great time to recharge and spend time with loved ones. Some suggestions may include taking a trip, visiting the park, creating some arts and crafts, or cooking some special meals. Just keep in mind the importance of family time. Family Matters!!!
Our focus for April will be Courage. Students in today's society are faced with peer pressure and social media challenges. It is important that they are able to have the courage to stand up for what is right. Also learning how to make appropriate choices. This is something that can be reinforced at home. Wharton has developed such a strong home/school connection. We appreciate all of the support that helps our students and staff continue to strive for excellence.
After break we will be on the home stretch and the school year 2023-2024 will be just a memory. We have a lot academic learning and activities that will be taking place. Thank you to all of the parents for attending our "Wharton Art Spring Fling." See you all on April 2, 2024! Have an enjoyable Spring Break!!!
We appreciate your continued support in the following:
*Making sure your child arrives on time and attends daily.
*Completing all classwork and homework assignments.
*Promoting a love for reading!
Green Day was Magical!!!
Third Grade Fun!!!
We have been working on a fun project with the help of Ms. Fannie Medina and Ms. Augustinas! First, we read many personal narrative stories and we started to think about our own personal narratives. We have chosen one story that reminds us of a small moment in our life that had an impact. We are in the final stages of our writing using watercolor and oil pastels.
Mongolian Music Assembly
5Essential Survey
The 5Essentials Survey for the State of Illinois is active now through March 29, 2024. We encourage all parents to complete this survey. We appreciate you taking the time to complete the survey and value your input. http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Women's History Month
4th Grade/Research....HerStory
Yearbooks on sale now for $12!!!
School Board Meeting/April 10, 2024@Admin Center 7:00 p.m.
ELearning Plan
Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
I am pleased to announce that Cook County School District 104 is now able to offer an e-Learning program for our students when needed. The “e” in “e-Learning” stands for electronic, or online, learning. These e-Learning, or online lessons, will be used to prevent lost instruction from snow days or other building emergency days; eliminating the need to add “make up” days at the end of the school year.
An e-Learning day allows teachers and students to interact through a virtual classroom setting allowing students participate in learning from home. The e-Learning days are designed to avoid interruptions in instruction that occur when school cannot be held due to severe weather conditions or other building-wide emergencies (Utility interruption, structural damage, etc.). In accordance with the Illinois School Code up to five (5) e-Learning days can be used each school year. The District’s e-Learning Plan is available for review on our website www.sd104.us.
We are excited to provide this online learning environment to our students; and believe this will enhance the learning opportunities for all of our children. Please contact your building principal if you have any questions related to the e-Learning program.
Sincerely,
Troy J. Whalen
Superintendent
Estimados padres/tutores:
Me complace anunciar que el Distrito Escolar 104 del Condado de Cook ahora puede ofrecer un programa de aprendizaje electrónico para nuestros estudiantes cuando sea necesario. La "e" en "e-Learning" significa aprendizaje electrónico o en línea. Estos e-Learning, o lecciones en línea, se utilizarán para evitar la pérdida de instrucción en días de nieve u otros días de emergencia en el edificio; eliminando la necesidad de agregar días de “recuperación” al final del año escolar.
Un día de aprendizaje electrónico permite a los maestros y estudiantes interactuar a través de un salón de clases virtual que permite a los estudiantes participar en el aprendizaje desde casa. Los días de aprendizaje electrónico están diseñados para evitar interrupciones en la instrucción que ocurren cuando la escuela no se puede llevar a cabo debido a condiciones climáticas severas u otras emergencias en todo el edificio (interrupción de servicios públicos, daños estructurales, etc.). De acuerdo con el Código Escolar de Illinois, se pueden utilizar hasta cinco (5) días de aprendizaje electrónico cada año escolar. El Plan de aprendizaje electrónico del Distrito está disponible para su revisión en nuestro sitio web www.sd104.us.
Estamos entusiasmados de brindar este entorno de aprendizaje en línea a nuestros estudiantes; y creemos que esto mejorará las oportunidades de aprendizaje para todos nuestros niños. Comuníquese con el director de su edificio si tiene alguna pregunta relacionada con el programa de aprendizaje electrónico.
Atentamente,
Troy J. Whalen
Superintendente
Message from our Nurse
Hello Wharton Families,
Spring is here but don't put away your child's winter wear just yet. Please have your child prepared for outdoor activities such as recess and PE.
As always please remember the following.....
Handwashing is the most important way to prevent the spread of viruses and communicable diseases!
Please remember to follow cafeteria rules. Most importantly, do not share food. This is important to protect and respect students with food allergies!
Registration packets went home last week. Please don't wait to make an appointment to complete the health requirements for next year. See below for a summary of grade level health requirements.
Preschool
History/Physical/Immunizations Form & Lead Screening
Kindergarten
History/Physical/Immunizations Form
Dental Examination Form
Vision Examination Form
Second Grade
Dental Examination Form
New to District
History/Physical/Immunizations Form
Dental Examination Form
Vision Examination Form
**Please note the Updated Covid-19 guidelines below.
CDC Updated Covid-19 Guidelines
There is no long a 5-day isolation period. If covid positive, the person is to remain home 24 hours until both are true: fever-free without using fever reducing medications and symptoms are improving overall. Upon return and for the next 5 days, CDC recommends enhancing hygiene practices, wearing a well-fitted mask and physical distance from others when indoors as much as possible.
IDPH: Communicable Disease School Nurse Guidance
CDC Updated covid-19 guidelines
https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/guidance/respiratory-virus-guidance.html
I hope you all have a happy and healthy spring break!!
Back to School Information
Regular School Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
7:50 AM (arrival)
2:50 PM (dismissal)
Wednesdays (Late Start)
8:50 AM (arrival)
2:50 PM (dismissal)
Office Hours
August 21st-May 31st
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Free Breakfast
Breakfast will be available every morning for students.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays starting at 7:20 AM.
Wednesdays at 8:20 AM.
Lunch
School Uniforms
SHIRTS/TOPS:
Students are required to wear a maroon collared polo or dress shirt with long/short sleeves. The polo/dress shirt may be plain or have the district logo. No other logos are allowed. Plain black or white undershirts may be worn under the maroon collared shirt. Shirts must extend to waistline.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts:
Students may wear a plain black or maroon sweater/sweatshirt over their collared school shirt or over a plain white or black undershirt.
PANTS:
Must be black or khaki and worn at the waist. This includes shorts, Capri pants, and skirts. Leggings may be worn, but only when a shirt extending to mid-thigh is worn as well.
SCHOOL SPIRIT FRIDAYS:
Students may wear their Wharton school spirit shirt with jeans every Friday.
- Student clothing (including accessories) may not advertise, promote, or a picture of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, violent behavior, or other inappropriate images.
- Student clothing (including accessories) may not display lewd, vulgar, obscene, offensive language/symbols nor gang signs.
- Hats, coats, bandanas, and sunglasses may not be worn inside the building, during the school day.
- Dress and accessories that pose a safety hazard are not permitted in the bathrooms and educational classrooms.
- Clothing with holes, rips, or tears, that reveal skin and/or undergarments may not be worn at school.
- The length of shorts or skirts must be appropriate for the school environment.
- Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Open-backed footwear is not permitted.
Dates to Remember
Mar. 22nd, Friday: Early Dismissal 1:50
Mar. 25th,-Mar. 29th, Spring Break (No School)
April 1st, Monday: Non-Attendance
April 2nd, Tuesday: Classes Resume
April 3rd, Wednesday: Late Start
April 10th, Wednesday: Late Start/Board Meeting @7:00
April 12th, Friday: Progress Reports Sent Home
April 17th, Wednesday: Late Start
April 19th, Friday: No School/Teacher Institute
April 24th, Wednesday: Late Start
April 25th, Thursday: Poetry Cafe (3-5)
April 26th , Friday: Poetry Cafe (K-2)
Technology
Kindergarten will receive an IPad and charger on their first day.
First Grade will be given their device, charger and case on the first day.
Second, Third, and Fourth Grade will need to bring their device and charger from the previous year.
Fifth Grade will need to return their old device with the charger to receive a new one.
You can call our Main office if you have any questions or concerns.
Main office:
(708)458-0640
Stay Connected
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- Twitter: @104Summit
- Website: https://www.sd104.us/o/wharton-es