Message from the Principal
Dear Kimball Hill Families,
We're bursting with excitement as the new school year approaches! We can't wait to partner with you to create an amazing learning experience for your child. Your involvement is essental to their success, and we're committed to working closely with you every step of the way.
To ensure open and effective communication, please reach out to your child's teacher directly with any questions or concerns. They're your child's first point of contact and are eager to support you. Of course, I'm always available if you need additional assistance.
Let's make this an amazing year together!
We're thrilled to announce some exciting changes this year:
- Full-day Kindergarten
- A brand-new school addition
- 1st Grade Dual Language Classrooms
- Bilingual Pre-School
Please be on the lookout for important school-specific procedures from your child's teacher before the first day of school.
We can't wait to see you at our "Meet the Teacher" event on September 3rd from 1:45pm-2:30pm.
Warmly,
Michelle LaCamera
Kimball Hill Principal
847-963-5200
#limitlesspossibilities
Important Dates
August 27th- RM Back to School Event at East Park Apartments 4:00-5:00pm
September 3rd: Meet the Teacher/Drop off supplies 1:45-2:30pm
September 4th: Chalk the Walk 4:00-5:00pm
September 5th: First day of school
September 11th: Back to School Bash 6:00-7:00pm
September 19th: Parent Curriculum Night 5:30-7:00pm- see details below for staggered times
September 21st: BPAC Picnic
Visit the District 15 Calendar for more information!
Meet the Teacher
All teacher assignments for fully registered students are now accessible in the Parent Portal. While careful consideration goes into class placement, we are unable to accommodate teacher change requests. Please be assured that all our teachers are dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for your child. Teachers will be reaching out to families the week of August 30th following their summer break.
To meet your child's teacher and learn about the upcoming school year, join us for our "Meet the Teacher" event on September 3rd from 1:45pm to 2:30pm. If you cannot attend, please contact your child's teacher at a later time to connect. School supply lists are available on our district website or here for your convenience Supply Lists 2024-25 .
You may bring labeled supplies to "Meet the Teacher" or send them with your child on the first day of school.
Need After-School Care?
Look no further! Kimball Hill School will continue to host the Rolling Meadows Park District's REC program. This fun-filled program is perfect for students. Kids will be dismissed from their classrooms and head straight to the Art room to join the REC fun.
Please note that our school and the REC program are separate entities. For more information or to enroll your child, contact Clariza Wickell at CWickell@rmparks.org
or call the Rolling Meadows Park District.
School Hours
Doors open at 8:10am for students who need breakfast! All other students should plan to arrive closer to 8:20am. School begins at 8:25am and students will be marked tardy after 8:25.
Pre-K-5th Grade
- Monday-Thursday: 8:25 am – 3:05 pm
- Friday: 8:25 am – 2:15 pm
Office Hours: 7:25 am – 3:55 pm, Monday- Friday
Drop Off/Pick Up Procedures
To ensure a safe and efficient drop-off and pick-up for everyone, please follow our school-wide procedures. Your cooperation helps maintain a smooth routine for all students.
A.M. Drop Off Procedures:
During AM drop off times, the front parking lot is closed. We encourage all families to utilize our drop off procedure rather than “the park and walk in” method. Our drop off method is designed to build independence and confidence of our students, provide a safe experience and is the most efficient method for the high volume of vehicles dropping off students. If you must, you can park on School Street and students can use Door 10 by School Street for a more convenient entry. The front lot is for staff parking only. If you need to park and come inside the main office, please use street parking, following traffic laws.
If you use the semi-circle in front of school to drop off, all vehicles should enter at the north end of the circle drive and exit at the south end. There will be one lane of traffic.
Pull up as far as possible toward the stop sign to let out your child. Each child should get out of the car on the curb side. Parents should remain in their cars as this will help the line to flow and prevent congestion. Staff will be out front to help students get out of their cars and into the building each morning.
All students must cross at the crosswalk in the front circle with an adult. We cannot allow students to cross through our staff parking lot alone.
If your child rides their bike to school, please make sure they walk their bike once they get on school property to prevent accidents. Please make sure they lock their bike up in the back of school at the bike racks. It is recommended that students share their combo with their teacher in case they forget it.
P.M. Procedures:
All vehicles using the front semi-circle should enter at the north end and exit at the south end; otherwise please feel free to use street parking, following traffic laws.
Please continue to pull all the way forward to allow for a continuous, safe flow of cars.
Parents will need to remain in their car when their student(s) enters the vehicle.
Staff will assist to ensure your child gets to your car safely.
Please remind your child to enter the car on the side of the school, if possible.
To avoid a bottleneck, please consider parking along School Street. Some areas are only drop off. Please follow street signs. Please do not park on Meadows Dr. The residential side of School Street is a public street- all traffic laws do apply. Please be aware of blocking the driveways of private homes- this is prohibited. By following, congestion around the building has been avoided, and a safer environment has been created for all children. The Rolling Meadows Police Department will enforce parking regulations strictly. Parents are urged to adhere to them.
Your child’s teacher will inform you of the door your child will come out of and any specific routes that may be applicable.
All students must cross at the crosswalk in the front circle with an adult. We cannot allow students to cross through our staff parking lot alone.
Walking to and from School/Crossing Guards: If your child walks to school, we have adult crossing guards that are provided by the Rolling Meadows Police Department. Please take advantage of these services at the following locations:
Kirchoff and Meadow
School Street and Meadow
Campbell and Meadow
Meet Our New Nurse
We are thrilled to welcome Nurse Veronica Franco to our school community. She brings a wealth of nursing experience to her role.
Please kindly drop off any needed forms and medications to our Nurse's Office any time between August 28th-September 4th during office hours. Please take a moment to review the important medical information below. We look forward to a healthy and positive school year!
All students new to District 15 will require a current physical exam with all immunizations up to date, and students new to the State of Illinois will require an eye examination. This form is available in the school office or online.
All students should provide proof of immunizations by October 15th or the student will be excluded from school. The list of current immunizations can be found on the district website.
Students with health conditions such as asthma, epilepsy/seizures, severe allergies, and diabetes require the emergency action plan completed by their physician along with the Medication Administration Forms, signed by the physician and parent, for any medications required at school. Please bring these forms and medications on or before the first day of school. These forms are available in the school office, online, and here.
Diabetic Medical Management Plans must be brought in along with medication and supplies prior to or on the first day of school in order for the student to attend. If your child requires any of these health documents and you have not done so already, please kindly make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the above requirements, you may contact our school office or email francov@ccsd15.net
Breakfast & Lunch Information
As a reminder, Kimball Hill will continue to provide breakfast and lunch (no additional cost) to all students who would like to exercise this option. Students are always welcome to bring a packed lunch from home too. Please pack preferred items your child will eat. Breakfast is served from 8:10am-8:20am for those in need. Our lunch hour runs from 11:00-12:30pm daily. Students have 30 minutes to eat & 30 minutes of recess. For additional information about our Nutritional Services Department, please click https://www.ccsd15.net/our-district/departments/administrative-services/nutrition-services
Parent Orientation
We will be hosting our Parent Orientation Night on September 19th. Our schedule for the evening is listed below. The times are staggered in order to allow parents with multiple children an opportunity to attend. Teachers look forward to sharing learning plans and expectations for the school year. This is an informational evening for parents/guardians ONLY. Thank you for saving the date!
5:30-6:15 pm-Grades K-2
6:15-7:00 pm-Grades 3-5
PTA News
The PTA would like to welcome you to the 2024-25 School Year!
Whether you’re a returning member or new to our school community, we invite you to be part of something special. Together, we can create a fantastic school year filled with fun events, family connections, and support for our students and staff. We can always use help and volunteers, but even if you don’t have time to give, your support through membership will help make this year the best one yet!
Become a PTA Member today!
https://kimballhillpta.givebacks.com/store
Upcoming Events:
Chalk the Walk: Wednesday, September 4th | 4 - 5 PM
Join us to “Chalk the Walk” to welcome the students and staff back to another wonderful school year. If you can’t make it at that time, chalk will be available outside the school all day.
Back to School Bash: Wednesday, September 11th | 6 - 7:15 PM
Join us to kick off a new school year at the “Back to School Bash”, with music provided by Bach to Rock! Kona Ice will be available for purchase. We will also be having a raffle for some really amazing prizes. We hope to see you there!
Cougars Celebrations
We are a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports) school and strive to be kind and respectful community members. We expect all students and staff to model exceptional behavior through our motto: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe. We recognize and celebrate our students’ successes with demonstrating exceptional behavior in the following ways:
Cougar Paws:
Students earn Paws when demonstrating behavior that goes above and beyond expectations.
Monthly, students will have an opportunity to trade in the PAWs at our school store for small trinket items and/or a variety of coupons of their choice (pajama day, lunch with the Principal, bring a stuffed animal to school etc).
Cougar Rallies
Monthly school behavior goals are set.
If goals are met, the school earns a school-wide celebration, ideas generated by students.
Classrooms are recognized for outstanding behavior by Specials teachers and areas outside the classroom.
Goal setting and recognizing expected behavior helps us increase positive behavior and unity. I am proud to share that again during the 2023-24 school year, our monthly school goals were met every month! We look forward to the same level of success this year! To support this goal, please continue to help us talk with your child about ways to spread kindness and strategies to use when solving problems.
Contact the Principal
Michelle LaCamera
Kimball Hill School
2905 Meadow Dr.
Rolling Meadows, 60008
847-963-5200