Hoffman School
Email: afranco@glenview34.org
Website: ho.glenview34.org
Location: 2000 Harrison Street, Glenview, IL, USA
Phone: 847-998-5040
... from the principal's desk ...
Solar Eclipse - April 8, 2024
On April 8, 2024, there will be a spectacular solar eclipse. A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun creating a shadow on Earth. When this happens, the moon gradually blocks out the light from the sun. While Glenview residents will not be in the path of the total solar eclipse, 93% of the sun will be blocked. The next eclipse of this magnitude will not occur in Glenview until the year 2048.
After spring break, your student will learn
- The science behind a solar eclipse
- The risks of looking at the sun and how to stay safe while viewing an eclipse
Since the April 8th solar eclipse will occur during the school day, your child will have an opportunity to view the solar eclipse. As always, safety is a primary concern. Looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse can cause damage to the eyes. The only safe way to directly view the sun will be through “eclipse glasses”.
All District 34 students in grades 3-5 will be provided with eclipse glasses. At no time should students remove their eclipse glasses and look directly at the sun. Teachers will provide clear instructions on their use, and other safety precautions, before students head outside to view the eclipse. Prior to the 8th, please speak with your child about the importance of keeping their eyes safe and wearing their glasses for the duration of the solar eclipse.
If you do not wish for your student to participate in the eclipse viewing, please email me and your child’s classroom teacher by Friday April 5th.
Take Care All,
Selene Stewart
Hoffman Principal
Thanks to everyone who supported the Fire & Ice Gala! It was a great night. Special thanks to the Planning Committee, (Katie Even, Michelle Greenhaw & Jenny Galinski) as well as the Silent Auction Committee, (Melissa Friedman, Laura Hewitt & Gillian Mathews). Additional thanks to the Room Parent Coordinators, (Kim Picton and Maureen Muchowicz) for coordinating with all of the classrooms as well as the Room Parents and everyone who donated fantastic auction items! We can't wait until next year!
And a big thank you to everyone who came out for the Hoffman book fair! Special thanks to our chairs, Nicole Carlson, Laura Hewitt, and Gillian Mathews, who made this book fair a massive success! Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to work shifts, set up, and clean up.
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Calling ALL Sign-Up Party HOSTS! Submit your Party by April 3rd!
What is a Sign Up Party? Sign-up parties are social experiences that bring together a group of individuals for a fun and unique activity. The experience is donated by a parent/group. Then tickets are then sold to these experiences with proceeds going to the PTA. Sign-up parties can be targeted to parent's night out events, mom's or dad's nights out, Family outings, Fitness experiences, spa offerings etc. There have been a lot of requests for family outings/activities - so bring those ideas!
What are examples of sign-up parties? Popular past sign-up parties and ideas include:
- Dive Bar Pub Crawl
- College Party Night Out
- Tipsy Paint party
- Braids & Beers
- Tastings
- Charcuterie class
- Girls that Grill event
- Family Night at Chicago Dogs
We are asking that you submit your Party, Details and Date to this form by April 3rd. Parties will go on sale on April 8th! Please plan on hosting/completing parties between May 1, 2024 - Feb 15, 2025. If you have questions, please reach out to president@hehopta.org.
Click here to Sign Up
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Next PTA Meeting: April 12th
Our next PTA meeting will take place on April 12th at 9:30 am at Hoffman. You can also click here to join via Zoom. Remember to give yourself time to check in at the office if you plan on attending in person. You will need to provide an ID/drivers license to enter. We hope you're able to make it as we make our end of the school year plans!
Click here to join via Zoom
Catherine Day
HE/HO PTA Marketing and Communications
