PIC Parent Update
February 16, 2024
Happy Friday,
I wanted to share with PIC families that I recently found out that I have breast cancer. Although this is never the news anyone wants to hear, I have much confidence in my doctors and hope for a full recovery. My treatment will likely begin the first week of March. I am uncertain for how long I will be out of school.
In my absence, I will be leaving PIC in the capable hands of Ms. Natalie Harden. Ms. Harden is a Reading Specialist at PIC and has completed her Principal Internship this year with Mrs. Zurales at PES. Ms. Harden is ready to take on the role of Interim Principal. Ms. Harden will be working alongside Superintendent Stein, Mr. Owens, and Mrs. Zurales. Ms. Stukenborg (PIC Permanent Sub) will be filling in as Reading Specialist for Ms. Harden.
Our team is committed to providing a smooth transition for Ms. Harden and Ms. Stukenborg in their new interim roles. I am confident PIC will continue to “Grow Greatness” as we head into the spring.
I am thankful for all of the support I have received from my wonderful colleagues, family, and friends. I am ready to fight this cancer and hope to be back soon.
In Kindness,
Principal Jennifer Tekiela
Helping Hands Soap Collection - THANK YOU
A huge thank you goes out to all who donated to our Helping Hands soap collection. Together we collected 215 pounds of soapy products. Helping Hands is a local food pantry that serves the families of Peotone 207 U. Several staff members volunteered their time to unload and set up the donations. We look forward to more drives in the future.
Upcoming Dates
February 19 - President's Day No School
February 23 - Lewis and Clark Presentation at PIC Grade 5 Will County Forest Preserve
March 1 - All School Field Trip - Jr. High Play Annie Jr. at PHS
March 1 - One School, One Book Reveal
March 12 - Grade 5 only Illinois Science Assessment
March 13 - Grade 4 Field Trip and Pizza Party to Will County Agricultural Center
March 25-29 - Spring Break
Character Trait of the Month for February is RESPECT
5 Essentials Parent Survey
Just a reminder, if you have not yet taken the survey WE NEED YOU. We need at least 20% parent participation to get valid data. We are currently at 11%.
Yoga Club Dates
January 29, 2024
February 5, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 26, 2024
March 4, 2024
March 11, 2024
March 18, 2024 (Last Session)
Yearbook Club
March 12th 2:20-3:30
March 19th 2:30-3:30
April 9th Yearbook Pizza party 2:20-3:30
Annie at Peotone High School - March 1, 2024
On March 1st, PIC has been invited to watch the Peotone Jr, High production of the play Annie Jr. at Peotone High School. Some of our PIC students will also be performing in the play. We will depart from PIC in the morning and return by lunch. If you DO NOT want your child to attend the play, please call the office.
Chromebooks - We need your help
We are noticing an influx of students who come in with dead Chromebooks or they are forgetting to bring Chromebooks to school. We do have a cart of extras but we've been running out. Please help us by checking on your child's Chromebook. Remind them to charge daily and put them in their book bag.
Peotone Intermediate Center
Principal: Jennifer Tekiela
Main Office: 815-469-5744
Email: jtekiela@peotoneschools.org
Website: https://www.peotoneschools.org/
Location: 9526 W Monee Manhattan Rd