Avoca West News - April 8, 2025

Important News for Avoca's Caregivers

In Case You Missed It: Option for Caregivers to Share Input for '25-'26

Although I won't be here next year to see the magic in action, I will be working with our AW staff later this spring to draft classroom communities for the coming school year. Please check your email to note the many details/explanations, and what parents or caregivers can do to provide input in order to ensure an equitable process for all.

The form (below) will be open until Monday, April 21st.

open_in_new

District 37 FAN Watch Party!

Over the past decade, children's mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, have reached record highs. As educators and parents, what are some concrete things we can do to combat this?

In hopes of answering this question, join us for a FAN Watch Party as we listen to Doug Bolton discuss his new book, Untethered: Creating Connected Families, Schools, and Communities to Raise a Resilient Generation.

Doug Bolton, PhD, Clinical psychologist and Director of School Consultation at Formative Psychological Services, has dedicated his career to supporting students facing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Drawing from his extensive experience as a school psychologist and 14 years as principal of North Shore Academy, he shares his insights on creating communities that address the mental health epidemic affecting our children today.

Pizza and refreshments will be provided and a FREE BOOK GIVEAWAY for the first 15 registrants who attend. This event is suitable for youth 12+.

When: Tuesday, April 8th, 7-9pm

(7-8pm Doug Bolton's interview, 8-9pm VIP after-hours Q&A discussion with Doug Bolton)

Where: Marie Murphy Community Room

What: Watch Party (7-8pm) and VIP After-Hours discussion with Doug Bolton (8-9pm)

Register: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4DADAC2EAAFE3-55733566-fanwatch

Avoca West - Absence Notification 2024-2025

Avoca West Lunch Menu

Click here to see a detailed menu for each month. You'll also find nutritional information, notes about ingredients, and contact information for our food service staff.

AW Viking Reporting Form

If a student or caregiver needs to report a school incident to the principal, please consider completing this form. Submissions can be sent anonymously.

News You Can Use - From Avoca's Parent-Teacher Council (PTC)

Support Innovation in Our Schools!

The PTC’s Innovation Grants program empowers teachers and staff by providing funding for exciting, creative, and impactful ideas that enhance learning both in and out of the classroom. Teachers apply through a formal grant process, with submissions carefully reviewed by the Innovation Grants Committee. More information on the process can be found here.

To make these grants possible, we rely solely on community donations. Your contribution—no matter the amount—directly supports teachers and their innovative ideas. This is the only fundraising method for the program, and every dollar helps bring fresh, engaging opportunities to our students.

Make a Difference Today!
To donate, log in to the Membership Toolkit here and select "Innovation Grant Donation" from the left navigation menu. Thank you for your support!