Davis Elementary

On Thursday, February 27, District 303 elementary students will have a half day of school as the afternoon will be dedicated to parent-teacher conferences. These conferences are limited to a specific number of spaces, which is different than what we had during the fall conferences where we met with all parents.

Your child's teacher will send a letter soon letting you know whether or not he or she recommends a conference for your student. Parents will also have the opportunity to request a conference if they wish.

On February 27 the dismissal time will be at 12:00 noon. We will not have lunch service that day. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Dear Davis Elementary Parents,

As winter weather continues, we've noticed an increase in car traffic during morning drop-off. To ensure the safety of all our students and maintain an efficient drop-off process, please review these important safety guidelines:

1. The Horne Street entrance near the mobile unit is reserved exclusively for staff parking during designated hours. Please use the main drop-off area for student arrival.

2. Please maintain a single lane of traffic on both Seventh and Horne Streets. Double parking creates dangerous conditions for our students and causes traffic congestion that affects everyone.

3. Student safety is our top priority! Please use the designated crosswalk at Seventh and Horne Streets, where our crossing guard is stationed to safely escort students and parents across the street. We've observed students attempting to cross through traffic and in front of buses, which creates extremely dangerous situations.

4. U-turns are strictly prohibited in all drop-off areas, as they pose significant safety risks to pedestrians and other vehicles.

We understand mornings can be rushed, but your cooperation with these safety measures helps protect all our students and ensures a smooth start to everyone's day. Thank you for partnering with us to maintain a safe school environment.

Best regards,

Gina Shaw

Principal

Once again our amazing PTO has shared a delightful gift with our Davis staff 😊 Dragon Spirit is on the rise with our new Davis notepads and pens!! Thanks so much for all of the time and thoughtfulness that the PTO Sunshine Committee contributes for us 💙 We have amazing families at Davis!!

Parents, please remember to notify Baker Station any time your child will not be attending their regularly scheduled days. The school cannot be responsible for notifying them when your child is ill or has left school early.

Dragon Days - Classrooms have a reward time after earning 10 Dragon Dollars.

This week, students have embarked on an exciting journey through the Heart Adventure Course. They became "red blood cells" traveling through the heart, lungs, and body, experiencing firsthand how oxygen moves through the circulatory system. Through interactive obstacles, running paths, and fitness challenges, students learned the importance of heart health while staying active and having fun. See the pictures below from our action-packed week of movement, learning, and adventure.

Dear Davis Elementary Families,

We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Our amazing administrative assistant, Mrs. Mona Carlson, is being nominated for the Kane County Educational Service Personnel Award. This recognition couldn't be more deserved, as Mrs. Carlson has been an invaluable member of our Davis Elementary community.

If you would like to support Mrs. Carlson's nomination, we warmly invite you to submit a letter of recommendation. In your letter, please:

• Reference the "Kane County Educational Service Personnel Award"

• Share specific examples or stories of how Mrs. Carlson has supported your family or student

• Include any memorable interactions that showcase her dedication to our school community

Please submit your letters of recommendation to gina.shaw@d303.org by Tuesday, February 20th.

Your thoughtful words and personal experiences will help strengthen Mrs. Carlson's nomination packet and highlight the tremendous impact she has had on our Davis Elementary family.

Thank you for your support!

Best regards, Gina Shaw

• Dads/male guardians/grandpas/uncles/adult brothers etc. - this is your opportunity to interact with and provide positive male role models for Davis students.
• We need 4 volunteers every Friday from 11:15-1:25.
• Please click HERE for more information and to signup.

Winter parties at Davis will be Friday, February 14th.

Please do not send any candy or food to school with Valentines

• 2:00 p.m. Room parents arrive and begin party preparation

• 2:15 p.m. Parties commence

• 3:00 p.m. Parties end and clean up begins

Room Parent Guidelines:

• No more than 4 room parents per classroom may attend. (Others may assist with preparations outside of school or goody bags). Sign-up for Room Parents was completed through our PTO in September.

• We do not allow other children (preschoolers, etc) to attend the room parties along with parents. Parents, please arrange for child care for any other children while you attend the party at Davis.

• If you have never had your ID/drivers license scanned at the school, it is very helpful to have that done prior to the party. Stop by the office at your convenience.

• Lead Parent: Work with the classroom teacher & other room parents on activities/games for the party

• Lead Parent: Coordinate with the teacher & other room parents on any non-edible goody bags to be sent home. No food treats will be eaten during the party or sent home.

Come learn the fundamentals of baseball with our Wasco Baseball coaches! Participants will engage in activities that promote teamwork, baseball skills, and fun. Please bring a baseball glove if you have one.

K-5 Free Baseball Clinic held after school at Davis, held by Wasco Baseball.

Grades K-2 is Monday, February 24th from 3:30-4:30PM. Please sign up HERE

Grades 3-5 is Wednesday, February 26th from 2:35-3:40PM. Please sign up HERE **Please note that school dismisses at 2:35pm - clinic is held at the early dismissal time**

If you have multiple kids wanting to sign up, please fill out the form for each student.

Click HERE for Davis Google Calendar

February:

5th-13th - Boosterthon Fundraiser, Character & Fitness Program

10th, Monday - Soccer Clinic Grades K-2 (signup is closed)

12th, Wednesday - Soccer Clinic Grades 3-5 (signup is closed)

14th, Friday - Classroom Valentine Parties

17th, Monday - President’s Day Holiday - No School

18th, Tuesday - School Improvement Day - No School for Students

19th, Wednesday - One School, One Book Begins

20th, Thursday - 7:00 PTO Meeting in Davis LRC

24th, Monday - Baseball Clinic Grades K-2

25th, Tuesday - 6:00pm BPAC in Davis Community Room

26th, Wednesday - 2:35pm Early Dismissal

26th, Wednesday - Baseball Clinic Grades 3-5

27th, Thursday - School dismisses at 12:00 Noon; NO lunch is served.

27th, Thursday - 12:00-4:00 Parent-Teacher Conferences

28th, Friday - Institute Day, No School for Students

28th, Friday - Fiddle Fest at SCNHS

March:

4-6th, Tues-Thursday - 5th Grade ISA Assessment

5th, Wednesday - Report Cards on HAC

8th, Sunday at 2:00am - Daylight Savings Begins; Move clocks ahead one hour

13th, Thursday - 5:30-7:00 Davis Family Learning Night

18-19th, Wed-Thursday - IAR ELA Testing (3-5 Grades)

20th, Thursday - 6:00pm 3rd Grade Choir Performance

20th, Thursday - 7:00pm PTO Meeting

24th, Monday - PTO Trivia Night

26th, Wednesday - 2:35pm Early Dismissal

26th, Wednesday - 6:00 BPAC Meeting

Winter is here and the cold windy days are too!

Here are some tips on protecting your kids skin this winter…

• -Chapstick or Vaseline applied before going outside is a great way to protect lips from getting chapped and bleeding. This can become very uncomfortable for the students. Please send some with your children to keep in their desk or their backpacks.
• -Areas around the nose and mouth from blowing their noses can become red and sore. Vaseline at bedtime or before going outside to soothe the area will help. Lotion should be unscented as the perfumes may cause stinging. I use Curel here in the health office and it works well for the students
• -Chapped skin on hands can be helped with liberal applications of lotion or Vaseline
• -Our skin changes with the seasons. Wintertime it becomes very dry and itchy. Liberal applications of lotion will be helpful to prevent dry cracked skin and also prevent infection
• -For those who have Eczema (extreme dry areas behind knees, in antecubital areas and on the face, Aquaphor or Vaseline is what is recommended
• -Several kids have come into the office with nose bleeds. Saline gels put in each nostril are great ways to keep the tissue soft and pliable. Vaseline in the nasal cavity is not recommended as it is not water soluble.

Please make sure that your children are dressed appropriately for the weather. Always send hats, scarfs, gloves, snow pants and boots. Children will be going outside for recess on the days that are above zero.

We hope you find this helpful. Please feel free to call with questions or concerns.

Nurse Peggy (331) 228-2204

The D303 Community Preschool has openings for the 2025-2026 school year. The Preschool Lottery will be held from January 21, 2025 - February 7, 2025. Names will be drawn on February 10, 2025 and you will be notified by end of day February 11, 2025 if you received a spot for the 2025-2026 school year. Those who are not selected in the lottery will be placed on a waitlist and will be notified if space becomes available.

If you are interested in D303 Community Preschool for the 25-26 school year please fill out the link below for your child to be added to the lottery.

25-26 Preschool Lottery Sign-up

Email: linda.jezek@d303.org
Website: https://davis.d303.org/
Location: 1125 S 7th St, St. Charles, IL, 60174
Phone: 331-228-2200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavisElementaryD303
Twitter: @StCharlesD303