Spartan Weekly

News from Glen Crest Middle School: April 9, 2023

From the Principal

Happy Easter to those who celebrate!

We have completed state testing and the students did a great job!

The weather will be highly variable over the next few weeks. Please make sure the students have a jacket or sweatshirt in their lockers so that they are prepared for the chillier days. As they dig out their summer clothes from last year, please check to make sure they still fit and are appropriate for school.

PE students should be prepared to be outside for class through the end of the school year.

Students need to wear their PE uniform and gym shoes. However, they are able to wear sweats over their uniforms if it is chilly weather to stay comfortable. They should not be wearing their newest or best gym shoes.

Music Cafe 2023

The Music Cafe fundraiser will take place on Saturday, April 15th from 8:30am-1:00pm. The 7/8th grade band will perform at 8:30am. The jazz band will perform at 9:20am and the 6th grade band will perform at 12:25pm. Students should wear their Music Dept. t-shirt for these performances. Please click here for the complete Music Cafe performance schedule.

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Spring social - April 14th 7-8:30

Get ready to GLOW! Tickets for the Spring Social will be on sale this week during all lunches.

$5.00 per student. CASH ONLY! Tickets will be sold at the door but those with tickets will be

admitted first.

So GLOW on and buy your tickets this week! DJ, Photo-booth, games, prizes and lots of fun

awaits!

Extra curricular activities

Robotics Club will meet Monday after school in room 604.

Student Leadership Club will meet Tuesday after school.

Teen Advisory Board

There will be a mandatory meeting for all Library Teen Advisory Board students on Thursday, 4/13 after school in library to discuss our book buying field trip. Students should speak with Mrs. O'Connell or Ms. Riley if they can't make it.

PRISM:

Everyone is welcome here!

Our April meeting dates are: 4/14 & 4/28

Email: Aschmidt@ccsd89.org if you have any questions.

Drama Club

We will meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month in Spartan Hall!

Our April workshop will be: Improv

Our April meeting dates are: 4/5 & 4/19

Email: Aschmidt@ccsd89.org if you have any questions.

Musical 2024:

Hint #1: There is NO princess in our show next year!

Hint #2: There is a movie / pro-shot (On-stage professionally released video) of this show

See if you can figure out what show we are doing before we reveal it in May!

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News from the district

Registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open

Registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open. Families should use the individualized “SnapCode” they received in the U.S. mail to complete registration as soon as possible. Anyone who has lost their SnapCode will need to re-prove residency. More info: https://bit.ly/3Mj2mZN

Deadline to apply for 2023 summer school is Wednesday

An email was sent to all families on April 3 with a link to register for 2023 summer school. The deadline to apply is 8 p.m. April 12. Summer school is designed for students who need to review 2022-23 skills and standards. Summer school is 8 to 11 a.m., Monday through Friday, June 5 through June 23 at Briar Glen. More info: http://bit.ly/412uIeX

Celebrate the community’s diversity at the April 13 Cultural Fair

Residents are invited to learn about traditions and customs from around the world at the CCSD 89 Cultural Fair, 6 -7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 13, at Glen Crest Middle School. The cultural presentations will include artifacts, clothing, crafts, dancing, food, music, information, photos, and more! Info: http://bit.ly/3GkXShc

Stop in and see our preschool at open house on April 11

You can learn more about CCSD 89 preschool from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, at Briar Glen Elementary. Whether you’re already registered or you’re still deciding, the open house is an opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and learn more about the CCSD 89 preschool program. More information: http://bit.ly/3JbH9NW

Enjoy student musical performances at the annual Music Café on April 15

The talent and hard work of CCSD 89 musicians will be on display at the annual Music Café, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at Glen Crest. The Music Café will include performances from band, orchestra, and chorus students from several grade levels. Guests will be able to enjoy coffee and a continental breakfast. Learn more about the Music Café from these student musicians: https://youtu.be/H3nXRxYfEr0 Tickets and more information: http://bit.ly/3To8K3k

Parent Series: Supporting kids through teen relationships (April 11)

At noon and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, author Rosalind Wiseman will discuss how to guide young people through the inevitable ups and downs of social dynamics, friendships, crushes, and dating. This free online presentation is part of the Glenbard Parent Series. More info: www.glenbardgps.org

How to reduce strep throat infections at school

The Illinois Department of Public Health and CDC are reporting an increase in strep throat infections among children. The symptoms of strep throat usually include: sore throat that starts quickly and causes severe pain when swallowing, fever, red and swollen tonsils, red spots on the roof of the mouth, and swollen lymph nodes in the front of the neck. Learn what you can do to prevent strep throat: http://bit.ly/3YBaZ4e

Students, families can report crises and threats through Safe2Help

Students and families can now confidentially call, email, or text the Safe2Help tip line to report bullying, threats, or classmates in crisis. Students or families can call (844) 4-SAFE-IL, which is (844) 472-3345; text SAFE2, which is 72332; email Help@Safe2HelpIL.com; or submit tips through the online form. Safe2Help submissions are monitored every hour of every day. More info: https://bit.ly/3BPxObO

Reminder: Students need to stay home when ill

In addition to RSV and COVID-19 in local communities, there are signs this flu season could be severe. The health department has tips for avoiding the flu and other respiratory illnesses: http://bit.ly/3gBWygB Families can use this updated chart (https://bit.ly/3ClcPOj) as a starting point when determining whether your student needs to be quarantined or isolated for COVID-19. Your family’s doctor or the school nurse can help resolve any questions.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 11: Parent Series: Supporting kids through relationships, noon and 7 p.m.

April 11: CCSD 89 preschool open house

April 12: Deadline to apply for 2023 summer school, 8 p.m.

April 13: Cultural Fair at Glen Crest, 6-7:30 p.m.

April 15: Music Café at Glen Crest

April 17: Board of Education meeting, 7 p.m.

April 18: Parent Series: Empowering kids with skills for tomorrow, 7 p.m.

April 20: Parent Series: Estrategias para ser el padre o la madre que desea ser, 6 p.m.

April 24: No school (School improvement)

April 26: Parent Series: Insights into drug and alcohol abuse, noon and 7 p.m.

April 28: Preschool only: no school