Everett Newsletter - 5.31.24

LONG EMAIL ALERT: Curtain Calls...

May 31, 2024

…are emotional, especially when it’s been quite a ride. I don’t know if you know this or not but my first experience as a principal was during the pandemic and now I don’t know anything but a post-pandemic world as a building leader. I think about Everett and where we were three years ago when I joined this team. We were limping out of a traumatic time in all of our lives and you were kind enough to welcome me into your family. Because of your openness, we were able to do the impossible at EverettLand, save each other in Everettopolis, and change our community as a team in EverettTown.

I will be forever grateful to you all for the laughs, the support, and the love. We should feel incredibly proud and celebrate our team as we reflect on this final stats update:

Final Everett SIP Plan

Increase ELA and Math proficiency on the IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) See tracking data

ELA 50% -> 69%
Math 61% -> 79.5%

Decrease chronic absenteeism 12% -> 8% (As of May 16, 2024) hoping it stays here as we have many students absent these last days
Increase connectedness among staff and students

Staff 4.34 -> 4.7
Students 4.1 -> 4.2

These results make me smile!!! While we can always do better, we are growing and improving because of our systems and processes we've implemented as a building. While I'm excited to bring some of these systems and processes to the district, I know we couldn't have done it without the care and support from you. PLEASE stay in touch and please continue to provide your feedback. I love the conversation and appreciate the dialogue. I promise to continue to do this work on your behalf and in honor of our children.

I truly love this community and will miss you terribly. I beg you to stay in touch and ask that you give an extra special hanky wave this next Wednesday.

See you there...

In This Issue

Reading Challenge
Fries with a Firefighter

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To Do

Consider having your children do the Reading Challenge this summer
Join McDonald's for Fries with a Firefighter

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WINGS Shopping

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Mrs. Thornton's Retirement

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Fly Up Day

Advanced Learning Model Update for 4th Grade Math

The advanced learning model for 4th grade math will be updated next school year.

For many years in District 67, 4th grade students have had the opportunity to flex in and out of 5th grade math units based on 4th grade unit pre-assessment data and NWEA MAP scores. After reviewing district data, researching accelerated elementary math models and best practices, and collaboration with our educational team, the advanced learning model in 4th grade will move to a set group of students for the full extent of the school year. This model will ensure that foundational priority standards are conceptually developed for each student, and minimize unintentional gaps in learning.

Students will qualify for the Bridges 4/5 compacted course for their 4th grade year using the following criteria:

3rd grade Spring MAP Scores
Post-Assessment scores (3rd/4th grade units from this past year)
Advanced Learner Criteria Checklist
End-of-Year 4th Grade Assessment

For the 2024-2025 school year, 3rd grade will continue following the flexible advanced learning mode. Student participation will be determined unit-by-unit, based on student data. Please reach out to Vail Kieser, Director of Teaching and Learning, and Jenny Parkhurst, District 67 Math Coach, with any questions regarding these changes. Thank you!

Medication Pick-Up

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Please arrange to pick up any student medications prior to the last day of the school year, Wednesday, June 5. Any medications left at school after the last day will be discarded.

If your child will require medication during the 2024/2025 school year, an updated medication authorization form is required. Medication authorization forms are available through the online registration system and on the District’s website. Return this completed form and prescribed medication to the school nurse’s office at the beginning of the 2024/2025 school year. Medication cannot be given at school without this form on file.

Technology Update

Incoming District 67 2nd graders - 7th graders (outgoing 1st through 6th graders) will be taking their devices home over the summer to use again in the 2024-2025 school year.

Kindergarten students will turn in their iPads to their homeroom teachers before June 4. A new iPad will be given to all 1st graders in the first week of the 2024-2025 school year in their new classrooms.

Please follow the link below to view basic care instructions for your student’s device and review technical support options over the summer.

Click Here to View iPad Care and Technical Support Over the Summer

For 4th Grade Families

Incoming 5th Grade iPad Swap and New Student iPad Pickup

Aug 16 : 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Aug 20 : 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

APT News and Events

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THIS IS IT… The final days of school are upon us. Another Field Day filled with energy, laughter and popsicles has passed. This year the popsicles were more heartfelt than usual as they were generously donated by the grandparents of Olivia Rubeck. They wanted all of Everett to know how much the ongoing efforts this year to raise money for Olivia’s recovery meant to the whole family. Olivia was not able to be with us a great portion of this school year but in Spirit she always was!

Hence, this year my GRATITUDE to all the families, staff and especially parents on the APT committees is overflowing. One person alone cannot make all the great things at Everett happen. It’s ALL the helping hands, TeamWork as Coach Fitz would say, that makes Everett the BEST PLACE to be!

Speaking of … Dr. Fitzsimmons you will be missed. Your presence, energy, and cheerfulness that you bring to Everett EVERY day is above and beyond what we could have asked for these last 3 years! You have been our SuperHero making our Everett Team as strong as can be. There is truly No Place Like Everett Thanks to YOU! We know you will not be far; so, don’t be surprised if we come find you!! And, the carline is always happy to see you!!

Special thanks to the Bulletin Board committee: Julie Bourdo, Ivonne Georgas, and Cortney Oriti for all their creativity and enthusiasm over the school year in making our front bulletin board look spectacular for kids, parents and teachers!

Again, THANK YOU to all the parents, teachers and staff that have made this year amazing for our Everett kids. It was great to see so many Everett families at Thursday’s ALL School Ice Cream Social. The kids enjoyed running around at their favorite park as parents mingled to talk about summer plans! You may have also had a chance to meet our New Everett Principal Megan Eigenrauch!

Our 4th Graders started their transition to DPM with a well attended Ice Cream Social on Wednesday. 4th graders from all 3 district elementary schools were invited to meet up at Everett and start mingling as future 5th graders.

4th graders will continue to celebrate their last few days at Everett with the events listed below:

TUESDAY, June 4 - 4th Grade Celebration

11:30 am - 12:45 pm In the multipurpose room. Parents are welcomed to join us for part or all of the celebration. The celebration begins with a jeopardy game, continues on with estimation jars, a pizza lunch and concludes with yearbook signing time!

WEDNESDAY, June 5 - LAST DAY of SCHOOL (½ Day)

10:50 am 4th Grade Clap Out begins!! 4th grade parents are welcomed to join in the front of Everett school (arrive by 10:45 am) to help us say goodbye to our 4th graders as they head off to DPM next school year.

REMINDER: As a Parent-Teacher Community we have been collecting donations to be distributed to ALL the Everett Staff. (Collections for your Classroom teacher will be collected by your classroom’s room parents!) LAST DAY to donate is June 1st. Donations are being collected by Katherine Hensley, our APT treasurer! Venmo: @Katherine-Hensley-5

Get Your School Supply Boxes for Next Year! LAST DAY is July 1st

The APT will be organizing the school supply boxes again for next year for grades K-4. The ordering is ready to go! Click on the link below or use the QR code located on the flier. Be sure to choose the grade your child will be in for the 2024-2025 school year.

Click Here to Buy Your School Supply Box Now!

Have a GREAT SUMMER!

-Keep up with Special Events happening at Everett!! EVEN over the SUMMER months!

-Find more opportunities to meet up with our New Everett Principal: Megan Eigenrauch!

Visit Everett’s APT Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/everetteaglesAPT or follow us on Instagram @everetteaglesAPT

Mary Dana Maggiolino

Everett APT President 2023-2025

foggetti17@hotmail.com

Spirit News and Events

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We have reached the end, District 67 families - our last newsletter for the 2023/2024 school year! It feels like another year whizzed by before we knew it.

We are so grateful to our fearless leader, Courtney Treutelaar, and our incredible executive staff, who work hard all year to make the Spirit of 67's mission a reality.

We also want to thank our volunteer board members, District 67 faculty and families, and wonderful students. Your unwavering support and participation in our programs have brought us so much joy throughout the year. We are all looking forward to a relaxing summer and all the exciting events and experiences planned for next year, thanks to YOU!

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YEAR-END REMINDERS

If you still need to register your student(s) for the 2024/2025 school year, please consider donating to The Spirit of 67 when you do so. The Spirit relies entirely on donations and partnerships to provide enriching cultural and educational grants to District 67. Every dollar you contribute directly benefits the incredible programs we offer to your students (s), such as Visiting Author, Visiting Scientist, PlayMakers Workshop, Adventure Days, Garden Club, cafeteria upgrades, playground upgrades, and so much more!

Finally, mark your calendars for the Spirit of 67 20th Home & Garden Tour on September 26, 2024! This milestone event will be a special celebration marking the 20th anniversary of this spectacular tour. We promise you an unforgettable experience that you won't want to miss.

We wish all of our District 67 families a fabulous summer filled with fun and family time, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in August!

Our Mission
It shall be the mission of the Spirit of 67 Foundation to raise funds and acquire resources to provide enriching, educational and cultural experiences for the students, parents,
faculty and staff of Lake Forest School District 67 that might not otherwise be provided.

March in the Lake Forest Day Parade with Your School!

District 67 and District 115 Lake Forest Community High School are participating in this year's Lake Forest Day parade on August 7.

We invite all students, families, and alumni to join the fun by walking in the parade with your principal. School spirit wear is encouraged!

We will share more details as the date gets closer.

Click Here to Register Your Child to March in the Parade

Watch Our Next Episode of Under the Hard Hat!

We want all residents to have access to clear and timely information about our progress with the restoration and improvement projects funded by the 2023 referendum. In this episode hosted by LFHS Student Reporter Katie May Newman, we share an early summer update on how long the construction work will take, what students can expect when they return to school, and how you can stay updated every step of the way.

To Watch Previous Episodes of Under the Hard Hat, Click Here!

LFHS Future Scouts Girls Basketball Summer Camp

Click Here to Register for LFHS Future Scouts Girls Basketball Summer Camp

LFHS Future Scouts Cheer Camp

Click Here to Register for LFHS Future Scouts Cheer Camp

Meet the Fleet

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Friday, June 7, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Guess the weight of the log in the Log Loader, help us name a snow plow, and so much more at Meet the Fleet! Climb aboard and explore a variety of vehicles, trucks, and construction equipment at the Municipal Services Building (800 N. Field Drive). Celebrate the start of summer at this free truck-tastic family event!

Walk Your Wheels

Walk your wheels applies to everyone, Lake Forest! Riders must dismount and walk their devices within the Central Business District boundaries to avoid a fine of up to $300 per offense. Last year, Lake Forest City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting the use of recreational powered devices (electric scooters, electric bikes, etc.) on sidewalks in the Central Business District.

View the Walk Your Wheels Video from the City of Lake Forest Below!

Community Events

Happy Friday 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: