Cardinal Chronicles

As we begin the 3rd quarter of the school year, we want to take a moment to thank you for your incredible support throughout our e-learning journey. Your flexibility and valuable feedback have been essential to ensuring a positive learning experience for our students.

This week, we are placing a strong focus on fostering responsibility and accountability in our students. We are working closely with them to help them take ownership of their work and behavior. Some of the strategies we’re implementing include:

• Encouraging students to set and track their own goals for assignments and projects.
• Providing tools like checklists and planners to help with organization and time management.
• Guiding students to reflect on their performance and identify areas for growth.
• Emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy by asking questions and seeking help when needed.

Thank you for your partnership as we continue to help our students grow academically and personally. Together, we can make this quarter a great success!

Tuesday 12/28 - STEAM Science Fair - Postponed

Friday 1/31 - Basketball Game @ Mae Jemison

Monday 2/3 - 100th Day of School!

Basketball Practice is Tuesdays and Thursday only

*Practices and afterschool activities are as stated by the coach*

This weekend marks the end of our first week in the competition to earn a trip BACK to Toys R Us! Let’s finish strong! Here’s how the classes are doing so far:

• Pre-K: 4 students have met their goal, and 9 are on track with just 35 more minutes to go!
• Kindergarten: 6 students have met their goal, and 10 need just 30 more minutes.
• 1st Grade: 12 students are on track, 4 are so close, and 21 more minutes will help!
• 2nd Grade: 13 students met their goal, with 7 needing only 20 more minutes.
• 3rd Grade: We need students to get on!

If all those students needing just a few more minutes log on, we’ll have a total of 65 students reaching their goals! Let’s work together to make it happen!

Keep reading, stay motivated, and let’s win that trip back to Toys R Us! 🚀📚

Thank you for encouraging your kids to keep up the great work!

We are looking for vendors for Black History Month. If you're interested please submit a vendor form.

S.T.E.A.M. Academy shirts are now available for sale at the front office, during PTO meetings, and at school events! If you plan to purchase one, please remember to bring cash. Get yours today and show your support for our academy!

We’re looking for volunteers to help out, whether through PTO or directly with the school! Your support makes a big difference, and we’d love to have you on board. If you’re interested in volunteering, please email me at anaik@phsd144.net or reach out to STEAMACADEMYPTO@gmail.com.

As the cold weather sets in, we want to share a few important reminders to ensure everyone stays safe and comfortable:

🧥 Bundle Up: Please make sure students have a hat, jacket, and gloves. Weather permitting, students will still go outside for activities at the teacher’s discretion, as long as the temperature (including wind chill) is above 32 degrees.

🚗 Drop-Off Procedures: If you’re using the car line, please do not leave your vehicle. If you’d like to walk your child to the door, kindly park in the parking lot to avoid delays in the car line.

⏰ Early Dismissals: All early dismissal requests must be called into the front office before 1 PM. After this time, we cannot guarantee the message will reach your child.

📞 Communication: Remember, teachers have limited access to Dojo during the school day. For urgent matters, please call the front office directly to ensure your message is received.

Thank you for your cooperation and support as we navigate these chilly months together. Stay warm!

PTO Meeting on Tuesday January 21st at 5 pm (Virtual)

For questions regarding PTO events and information please email steamacademypto@gmail.com

Do you own a small business or want to be a part of school and family engagement events? Reach out to Mrs. Naik

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Main Office: Ms. Stoxstell

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Location: 3055 W. 163rd Street, Markham, IL, 60428

Phone: 708-985-2401