Adler Gazette

Email: kmiller@d70schools.org
Website: https://adler.d70schools.org/
Location: 1740 N. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville, IL 60048
Phone: 1-847-362-7275
Twitter: @AdlerD70

I know you have heard me talk about this more than once, but I would be eternally grateful if you would take the time to fill out our 5Essentials survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/

I am already so thankful that you are taking the time to read this newsletter. As a parent myself, I know how taxing it can be to give 5 minutes here and 10 minutes there. Staying in touch with your child's school is so important. Please know that I appreciate YOU and the time you are giving to stay connected.

Kendall

Libertyville District 70 provides a wonderful summer school experience from June 10th - July 3rd (Monday - Friday mornings) this year being held at Butterfield School. Information is available on the District 70 website Registration for summer school opens March 1st.

Please remember to send in a Dental Examination Form for your student by May 15, 2024. The form must be from an exam dated after November 15, 2022. Many dental offices are able to generate the form at their office, but if you need a blank copy, please let me know.

Thanks so much!

Kathy Panov

kpanov@d70schools.org

Trimester 2 Report Cards will be available for parents to view inside of the PowerSchool Parent Portal on March 14th. Parents may access the parent portal using the following link: D70 PowerSchool Parent Portal and logging in with the same credentials that are used to register at the beginning of the school year.

After logging in, to view report cards, please click on PLS Vault documents, then scroll down to report cards, and click on the current grade and trimester to view and download the report card.

*If you cannot log into your account, first make sure your browser is Safari, Firefox or Google. Then, make sure you are trying to login to the correct powerschool address. It should be: d70schools.powerschool.com/public

***If you cannot remember your username, email or password, and are unable to sign in, please contact the Registrar at 847-362-9695.

If needed, additional PowerSchool Parent Portal resources can be found on the D70 website by visiting PowerSchool section under the Technology Department, or by using the following link: D70 PowerSchool Resources

Thank you so much to all of our fantastic families at Adler who were able to donate to the raffle. Your generosity generated over $1000 towards the 5th grade legacy gift and charity giving. We truly have an amazing school community.

Much appreciation,

The AFA

Get ready to order a yearbook for your student! Watch for information on how to order a yearbook during the ordering window of March 18th and April 19th. Send in any pictures you think would be good to be included by April 19th to adleryearbook@d70schools.org. Contact Amy Becker-Perez at that e-mail address with any questions.

I want to express my deep gratitude to our Adler Community for the kindness and generosity that you demonstrated through our Share the Love Valentine’s Day service project. Thanks to you 148 families will receive Personal Care Kits which include toothbrushes, toothpaste, soup, shampoo, lotion and deodorant. Your kindness and caring will deeply impact our community. Thank you for Sharing the Love this Valentine’s season!

Mara Lindsay (Adler Social Worker)

This year's Student Council voted to make a blanket to donate to an animal in a shelter. If you bought anything from our Halloween or winter plant fundraisers, you helped fund the blanket purchase! Thank you to Student Council president Avery W. and her family who delivered it to Orphans of the Storm in Riverwoods.

We would also like to remind you that if you are considering adding a pet to your family, adopt don't shop! There are so many deserving animals in shelters who need homes, plus you save two lives when you adopt a rescue animal and create a space in the shelter for another animal to be rescued. The image below was created by Paloma, our historian.

A staff “Gator Gotcha” award went to our dear reading interventionist, Lori Sizelove. She will be retiring this year. We are so thankful for her positive spirit, flexibility, and willingness to give advice

Fun Facts about Susy: Susy has two children (Jenna--24, James--23). She also has two cats, one dog, and loves to travel. Her favorite place to travel is Europe; she has been to England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany and Italy. She is also a certified scuba diver and has been a forest preserve park ranger.

Staff Superpower: Susy loves making connections with the parents who come to the main office each morning. She also does a great job each morning giving the daily broadcast. She's a local celebrity with the kids!

Congratulations to the following students that will have artwork on display at Cook Library to celebrate National Youth Art Month. An opening reception for Art Effects will be held on Thursday, March 7th, 6-7:30pm, with the Highland Strolling Strings performing at 6:30. The artwork will be on display until April 1st. Come take a look at the beautiful work these students have created!

Kindergarten:

Ella D., Agatha K., Anna P. ,Will J., Muhil P.

1st Grade:

Shriya K., Hanna A., Nora G., Ayla G.,Shannon O.

2nd Grade:

Emmi P., Luke P., Addy B., Biz J.,Violeta V.

3rd Grade:

Maia W., Liam B., Gabriella D., Nolan M., Kaylee C.

4th Grade

Charleigh D., Aria M., Lila G., McKenna M., Viv T.,

5th Grade

Avery W., Lillie H., Zoe C., Andis D., Sona C.

Registration for all new and returning families is open now and can be accessed on the District 70 website.

Registration for ALL students entering kindergarten through fifth grades is an annual process – the sooner you register, the sooner we have information that allows us to plan for staffing, space needs, etc.

Kindergarten Orientation

Kindergarten is such an important year for children. We are excited to meet next year’s kindergarten students and their families on April 11th from 6-7 PM in the Adler gym. On this special evening, students and parents will hear from the current kindergarten teachers to learn more about the Adler kindergarten experience. The students will go with the teachers for a brief story time during which time parents will hear from the principal and Adler Family Association with the “nuts and bolts” of attending school at Adler. You will also learn about more ways in August to help your child get ready for the start of the new school year (kindergarten screening and New Family Orientation).

Class Sizes

All kindergarten classes will be full-day classes. Class sections are based on student enrollment. Many factors go into administrative decisions for class sections: number of students, needs of students, practical space issues, etc... Ideal class sizes in Kindergarten through third grade are 23 or less students. Ideal class sizes in fourth and fifth grade are 26 or less. In some instances, teacher assistants can be brought in to support larger class sizes.

Teacher/Class Assignments

Student placement with teachers is a delicate process that involves dialogue with teachers with the goal of creating balanced classrooms. Teachers use academic, social/ emotional, and other factors to optimize student groupings. This is a complex process that involves a great deal of confidential information. Parent requests for teacher placement cannot be accepted and should not be submitted, as we would not be able to consistently grant numerous requests.

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