WEEKLY PREVIEW
March 29, 2025
β SPRING BREAK SCIENCE FUN β
The Longwood PTA was awarded grant funding for a STEM Science Fair. We were able to host classroom science parties to kick off Spring Break with our students and parent volunteers. We also are able to send home supplies that will allow you and your student to enjoy science experiments at home. They may be a bit messy, but also will be a lot of fun!
π§ͺMentos & Soda Reaction: Search YouTube for βDanny Go Mentos + Diet Coke Explosionβ or http://bit.ly/43Ay25l Do different drinks react in unique ways? Test your explosion with different amounts of soda and different numbers of mentos - my a guess and track your success!
πTornado in a Bottle: Search YouTube for βWild Adventure Girls + Tornado Tubeβ or https://bit.ly/4bE1klq Add different colors, glitter or even soap to your tornado and see how it changes! (PS - Your empty soda bottles can be used to make a tornado)
We hope you enjoy your Spring Break Science Experiments at home!
If you would like to learn more and get involved with the Longwood PTA to support projects and learning opportunities like this one, please send a note to longwoodpta204@gmail.com. We canβt carry on without family support, is it your time to lend a hand?
2025-2026 Club Hub & Childcare
The Club Hub program is ending as scheduled on June 30 of this year after 5 years, $1.5 million in funding and 778 Georgetown and Longwood students served. When planning childcare services for the 2025-2026 school year, we regret that Club Hub will not be an option for our families.
While Indian Prairie intends to apply for a new 21ST Century grant in the future, there is no news from the state about when the application will be available. We will look for other funding possibilities as well. Thank you for your support of Club Hub over the years!
There are a variety of childcare providers in our area that provide transportation to and from Longwood. The Longwood YMCA has also added a few additional spots for students for the 25-26 school year. See link below for contact information.
Dear Families,
Regular attendance is key to student success! Missing just two days a month can add up to 18 days in a school yearβnearly 10% of the school year!
π Plan Ahead: Schedule family vacations, medical appointments, and other activities outside of school hours whenever possible.
β° Rest & Recharge: Use Spring Break (March 31st - April 4th) as an opportunity to rest and recharge! Resuming bedtimes and morning routines the weekend before we return on April 7th ensures students are well-rested and ready to learn.
π‘ Letβs Work Together: If your child is experiencing difficulty with attendance due to transportation, illness, or other challenges, weβre here to help. Contact 630-428-6789
Thank you for your partnership in making attendance a priorityβtogether, we can help every student succeed!
β π»Spring is here, and itβs the perfect time for students to join the Longwood Walking Bus!
With the warmer weather, fresh air, and friends to walk with, itβs a great way to start the day strong!
π Why join?
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Participating students have reduced on average absences by 50% and late arrivals by 75%!
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Itβs a fun, active, and social way to get to and from school.
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Longwood Staff ensure a safe and supportive walk each morning and afternoon.
Students are picked up and dropped off at designated stops in the Longwood Neighborhood.
We're thrilled to add new students each day!
Daily participation is not required, call the office to share your child's arrival/dismissal schedule.
Complete the form to Register for the Walking Bus.
You will receive an email with your student(s) bus stop location and pick-up/drop off times. π¦π
Please call the office 630-428-6789 with questions.
Welcome Future Kindergarten families!
General Information:
- You must be a legal district resident to enroll in IPSD
- Your child should be five years old on or before September 1, 2025
- The school day is from 9:05 β 3:35, 9:15 β 3:35 on Wednesday
Do you have an incoming kindergarten student or know of a new family joining us next year? Share this link with them: https://bit.ly/LongwoodKinder2025
Registration officially opens May 1st and this presentation includes an information sheet to get on our mailing list! If on the list, families will receive information about exciting upcoming events, including some just for our future kindergarten learners!
Health Examination and Immunization Requirements:
- Proof of the required state of Illinois physical examination and immunizations needs to be submitted by October 15, 2025
- Oral health examination needs to be submitted by May 15, 2026
- Vision examination needs to be submitted by October 15, 2025
- Health Forms may be found on our district website
Indian Prairie School Districtβs online registration will open May 1, 2025.
Have a child who will be 3 or 4 by September 1, 2025? Apply for Indian Prairie School District's Pre-school Program! Additional support services such as Speech or Occupational Therapy may be available, too, for students eligible after screening. Fee waivers and financial assistance options are available. Pre-school Application for the 2025-26 school year can be found: Here Additional Frequently Asked Questions about the pre-school program can be found Here
Multicultural Night is on Wednesday, April 23rd from 6:00-8:00 PM. Join us for a fun evening!
There are many ways to be involved:
- Passport to the World: Visitors will be provided a passport to capture their multicultural journey.
- Host a Table: Share your culture and ethnicity through food, music, dance, clothing, artifacts, and other visuals you wish to share.
- Multicultural Fashion Show: Show off your cultural attire in our fashion show.
- Demonstrate or Perform: Play an instrument or perform a dance
- Volunteer or Donate Supplies: We need help with set up, clean up, and purchase paper products.
Sign Up Here to share how you would like to be involved!
