Skokie Home Scoop
September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024
Dear Families:
We had a wonderful first week back and we are looking forward to the week ahead. Below, please find information on Go to School Night and upcoming clubs including registration dates. We do not have waitlists for clubs, as we do not typically have students leave the club once registered. Please make note of the registration date as clubs do often fill quickly.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 19th: Skokie Go to School Night 6:00-7:30 pm.
Tuesday, September 24th: Coffee with the Skokie and Washburne Principals in Elm Park from 9:00-10:00 am.
Clubs
Baking Club
This club introduces students to the fundamentals of baking. Registration goes live at 9am on Tuesday, September 10th.
3D Design Club
Do you love to create and design in 3D? Are you interested in 3D software and how 3D printers work? Join the 3D Design Club where we will use 3D pens, software and our imaginations to create and explore 3D printing. No experience necessary, just bring your ideas and curiosity!
Wednesdays from 3:30-4:15 pm
September 18, 25
October 2, 9, 16. 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20
Registration goes live at 9am on Tuesday, September 10th.
Chorus
Please complete the following link to sign your student up for Chorus: Chorus 2024-25 Sign Up. The first rehearsal will be after school on Wednesday, September 18 until 4:05 pm.
Skokie After School Sports
The after school sports program will be a coeducational experience with fifth graders participating on Tuesdays. Students will have opportunities to participate in low organized games, facilitated by Skokie Staff. The program will run from 3:35 to 4:30 PM. The first semester will run 10/1/24 - 12/3/24 for 5th Grade. The first semester will run 10/2/24 - 11/20/24 for 6th Grade. Parents are responsible for transportation home from after school sports.
Registration goes live at 9am on Tuesday, September 17th.
Climbing Club (Sept - Dec Dates)
The Climbing Club is for students who would like to climb the Skokie High Ropes Course after school. This is a great way to spend some time climbing in an extended session. All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are allowed to enroll during the September sessions of Climbing Club. Sign up with a friend or come to meet new friends!
OPEN TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED CLIMBING INSTRUCTION DURING KW CLASS AT THE SKOKIE SCHOOL OR DURING ADVENTURES IN LEARNING.
• Climbing Club is conducted and supervised by the Skokie KW teachers.
• 3:35-4:30pm. Personal nut-free snacks are allowed.
• Students are expected to stay until 4:30pm and will assist with clean up.
• Each session is limited to twelve climbers.
• Students are allowed to sign up for no more than 2 sessions at a time.
• Parents are invited to watch their children climb! We must have a minimum of 4 participants in order to hold a climbing club session.
Registration goes live at 9am on Tuesday, September 17th.
Winnetka Parents Institute Kicks Off This Week!
The District offers regular sessions for families to learn more about a variety of topics. Join us on September 11 for our first event, focusing on Literacy Programming in our schools. View the entire 2024/2025 schedule here.
Insights on K-8 Literacy Programming in The Winnetka Public Schools
September 11, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Carleton Washburne School RC
Dr. Becky Mathison (Assistant Superintendent of Innovation, Teaching and Learning), will conduct a session to learn about the new literacy materials that were selected, why they were chosen, and what to expect this year.
Interested:
Green Team Kickoff Event
The District’s Green Team will be hosting a kickoff event on September 13 at 3:30-4:00 pm at the Washburne Amphitheater. All current and interested Green Team members District-wide are invited to attend and hear more about our vision for this school year. Did we mention there will be popsicles? Please RSVP here if you plan to attend so we know how many to purchase.
Securly Home
We are excited to share a new resource with parents this year that will enable them to receive a weekly email sharing their student’s web activity using their school account. An introductory video can be viewed here. For a detailed overview of the capabilities and how to get started, watch this video. You can expect to receive an email by September 3 inviting you to download the Securly Home app.
Additional resources:
The Winnetka Public Schools App
Download the District’s app by searching “The Winnetka Public Schools” on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. The app will serve as a convenient way to report absences, view and manage your school calendars, and see at-a-glance District news.
Follow us on Social Media!
Please follow the District via the following social media platforms in order to see day-to-day happenings and more.
Facebook and Twitter: @Winnetka36
Instagram: @WinnetkaPublicSchools
Sincerely,
Michelle Cooney and Larry Joynt
Principal and Assistant Principal
The Skokie School