Half Day

Half Day’s Green Team is leading the charge in reducing plastic and waste in the cafeteria by promoting eco-friendly habits among their classmates. They encourage everyone to bring reusable containers for their lunches as seen in these pictures, cutting down on single-use plastics. Additionally, students are learning to properly recycle milk cartons, compost organic material, and sort other recyclable food packaging, ensuring that waste is disposed of responsibly. Through teamwork and education, they make the cafeteria a greener, more sustainable place while setting an example for the whole school community.

The Green Team consists of about 15 students in grades 3-5. As part of the lunchroom activities, Quest Food, the district’s lunch company, participated by handing out compostable eating utensils for the week!

• Chorus Performs: Friday, Dec. 6, at 5:30 p.m. third-grade choir will perform during the village tree lighting ceremony.
• ASA Limited Registration: Opens at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11.

• Grades 3 & 4 Concert: Chorus and orchestra perform at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18.

• Grade 5 Concert: Chorus, band, and orchestra perform at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19.

• No School: Monday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 6.
• Students Return to School: Tuesday, Jan. 7.

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This holiday season, let us take care of the meals while you shop for your loved ones. Enjoy stress-free dining or takeout from Monday, Dec. 9 through Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the Culvers of Lincolnshire while supporting the Learning Fund Foundation's Fundraiser.

Are you the parent of a student receiving educational support services in D103 schools who would like to expand their support group? Stop by Panera in Vernon Hills on Friday, Dec. 6, anytime between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. to meet other parents and share ideas, feelings and possible playdates! Please reach out to Kari Davenport (president@d103pto.org) with any questions.

Are you new to the district and looking to connect with fellow parents? Or, maybe you're just eager to expand your support circle? The PTO’s Newcomers Group will have its second meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., at Starbucks in Buffalo Grove, 820 N Milwaukee Ave. Whether you can stay for the entire time or just drop by for a quick chat, it’s a great opportunity to meet new faces and share experiences. We’re excited to welcome all D103 parents – new and returning!

This cherished event will take place on Friday, Jan. 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Half Day School for third- through fifth-graders.

Tickets are on sale now. Each child's $15 ticket price includes over 30 different carnival games, inflatables, and activities along with prizes, one serving of popcorn and cotton candy, as well as a souvenir cup and drawstring bag. This event is for Half Day Students only.

All students MUST attend with an adult chaperone. Carpooling is encouraged. Parents/chaperones do not require a ticket to accompany their student. We need MANY volunteers! You will be there with your child, so please consider volunteering for a shift.

• Register for this event here -> https://dub.sh/mxzagoo
• Volunteer for this event here -> https://dub.sh/D103SignUp

What a wonderful way to leave your mark in the district by gifting your student a legacy brick that will be installed in the Daniel Wright walkway when they begin the last leg of their D103 journey. Please visit www.103learningfund.org to purchase your special brick today from the D103 Learning Fund Foundation.

Congressman Brad Schneider is launching the sixth annual "Brad's Bookworms" program to encourage reading and learning for elementary school students (grades K-5) and their families!

Children participating in the program are asked to read and log 10 books with help from parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other family members, and track their progress toward this goal. Young people who meet the 10 books goal will be invited with their families to a recognition ceremony with Congressman Schneider to celebrate their achievement. The deadline to complete logs is Sunday, Feb. 2.

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