InfoShare 9/28/2024 English

As we settle into the rhythm of the school year, it's a perfect time to reflect on the power of community. Our InfoShare keeps you informed about the exciting activities and learning happening throughout the school district, but today we want to spotlight a broader sense of togetherness.

Today is Good Neighbor Day!

Let's celebrate the kindness and cooperation that make our schools and local neighborhoods such special places.

An email will be sent home to each parent/guardian on September 30th with their username to enter into the PowerSchool Parent Portal to schedule a conference.

• If you do not have a password, you will be prompted to create one.
• If you do not recall your password, select Forgot Password to make a new one.

When selecting a conference, if translation services are needed, please add your translation service request in the comment section of the conference scheduler before selecting submit.

How to sign up for parent-teacher conferences directions

September 30, 2024

Conference sign-up opens at 8:00 a.m.

October 9, 2024

Conference sign-up closes at 4:00 p.m.

Officer Steven Vines, a 16-year veteran of the Police Department, has made a tremendous impact on the Zion community he grew up in and has received the Police Officer of the Year award for his many contributions to the community as a whole.

Officer Vines has served as a ZESD 6 School Resource Officer (SRO) at our Shiloh Park Middle School for the past three years. According to the Zion Police Department, Officer Vines was key in establishing the SRO program and has been instrumental in shaping positive relationships between students and law enforcement. He also supports initiatives like Illinois Special Olympics, organizing the "Cop on a Rooftop" fundraiser, and donates his time and efforts as a peer mentor and volunteer softball coach.

We're proud to have Officer Vines as part of our school community, where he has built strong relationships with our students and staff. Congratulations Officer Vines!

For the full story, visit the City of Zion Police Department Facebook!

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) provides a variety of free, fresh fruit and vegetable snacks to children at eligible elementary schools. This encourages children to try new foods, learn about seasonal produce, and set healthy eating habits to last a lifetime.

Beginning the week of September 30th, students will receive a sample fruit and vegetable item every Tuesday & Thursday as part of our Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program.

o Delivered to classrooms.

o Fruit delivered one day; vegetable delivered the other day.

o All children will receive a sample, even if they did not order hot lunch.

o Students will learn key facts and bite-sized nutrition lessons about the food choice of the day.

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Health Requirements By Grade

Please contact your child's school health team member for assistance in getting your child's health records up-to-date.

Culture Cards continue to expand throughout our school hallways this year! Our Culture Cards initiative brings cultural celebrations to life in our schools through vibrant posters, formatted as a large trading card, that highlight key dates, influential people, and important events. These posters, displayed throughout our schools, honor and celebrate the rich diversity within our community, starting with observances like Hispanic Heritage Month. Together, we can foster appreciation and understanding of the many cultures that shape our world.

Check out this week's Culture Card!

Hispanic Heritage Week expanded to a month in 1988. Illinois Senator Paul Simon introduced Bill S. 2200 to the Senate, and amended a bill that first created Hispanic Heritage Week.

PreK - Grade 2

Grade 3 - 8

Clockwise from the upper left corner:

1. Noggin Builders continued to travel throughout the district, this time bringing STEM activities to Beulah Park students. The once a month program demonstrates science and engineering concepts. The activities aim to help students develop creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
   
   

2. ZESD 6 staff gathered at ZCMS and SPMS based on district position to spend Wednesday learning from each other and experts in various areas of education. The day brought the open sharing of ideas, teaching strategies, and more. It was designed to bring new strategies and learning opportunities into the classroom.
   
   

3. In Mrs. Wiltse’s fourth grade, West Wildcats learn vocabulary words by associating them with an action. After reinforcing their new words throughout the week, the students then complete an independent sorting assignment.
   

   
   

4. Thank you to all the Elmwood families who attended the school’s parent appreciation night. The event welcomed parents to a sit-down dinner served by staff, during which lively conversation filled the evening. After dinner, school staff hosted an open forum about their new house system based on the teachings of Ron Clark Academy and other school news.
   
   
5. ZCMS hosted Tuesday's annual district instrument fitting and PowerSchool sign-up night. Over at instrument fitting, seventh and eighth-grade music students and teachers helped over 70 West and Elmwood students pick instruments to learn. Also, during the event, families had the opportunity, with the help of district staff, to set up their parent access to PowerSchool. Lastly, families had the opportunity to get library cards for the Zion Public Library.
   

School Picture Retakes

Beulah Park, East, Shiloh Park, West, Zion Central Middle School

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Parent-Teacher Conference Sign-up

Opens at 8:00 a.m.

Lakeview School Hispanic Heritage Event

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Quarter 1 Ends

Zion Fire and Rescue Open House

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

See our flyerboard for details.

Picture Retakes

Elmwood, Lakeview
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East Elementary Book Fair

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Beulah Park School Hispanic Heritage Celebration Night

4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.