January

1/8- Early Release @ 1:00

1/13-1/24- Winter MAP Testing

1/13- Lou Malnati's in Gurnee Restaurant Night (EPIC)

1/20- MLK Celebration, No School

1/28- Community Discussion Surrounding Technology, Mental Health, and Safety

February

2/5- Early Release @ 1:00

2/13- Valentine's Celebrations

1/14- No School- Inservice Day

1/17- No School- President's Day

• Nothing New

• Spring Clubs
• Inclement Weather Options
• MLK Celebration
• Millburn Showcase
• Are You Moving Out of District?
• Substitutes Needed
  
• Millburn Parent Universities
• EPIC News (NEW)
  

Below is a list of our spring clubs/activities. Sign-ups for them will begin on Friday, January 10 at 3:30 on Pushcoin. We are thrilled that many of our clubs have been so popular this fall! However, due to limited spaces, we were unable to accommodate all requests for some activities. To ensure fairness, for popular clubs such as Lego Club, Intramurals, and Art Club, students who participated in the fall session will not be eligible to join the spring session for that club. This change allows those who missed out in the fall an opportunity to participate in the spring.

Staff Member: Ms. Fritsch

Day of the Week: Tuesdays

Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15

Capacity: 20

Description: Calling all Kinders and First Graders looking to explore their creativity through a variety of hands-on art and craft activities. Each week we will complete a new project filled with fun and discovery. Projects may be sent home each week or wait until the following week.

Staff Member: Ms. Hauser

Day of the Week: Tuesdays

Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15

Capacity: 22

Description: Join us in the art room this spring as we create both 2-D and 3-D projects using various mediums. Artworks made will include drawing, painting and sculpture techniques.

Staff Member: Ms. Hauser

Day of the Week: Thursdays

Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17

Capacity: 22

Description: Join us in the art room this spring as we create both 2-D and 3-D projects using various mediums. Artworks made will include drawing, painting and sculpture techniques.

Staff Member: Ms. Blue

Day of the Week: Wednesdays

Dates: Feb 12, 19, 26; Mar 12, 19; Apr 9, 16, 23, 30; May 14

Capacity: 20

Description: Does your child enjoy the game of chess? If so, join Ms. Blue and other students with the same interest afterschool to play this game of strategy. Chess Club is designed to nurture critical thought in young minds while fostering a healthy sense of good sportsmanship. This is a great way to make friendships and socialize.

Staff Member: Ms. Kline

Day of the Week: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Dates: Feb 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; Mar 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20; Apr 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29; May 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 21, 22

Capacity: 30

Description: Does your student love to sing? Choir is a great opportunity for 4th and 5th grade students to experience a group choir setting. Students will be introduced to reading notation and part-singing and will be given performance opportunities.

Staff Member: Ms. Seidel

Day of the Week: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Dates: Jan 30; Feb 4, 6, 13, 18, 20, 27; Mar 4, 6, 13

Capacity: 10

Description: Creative writing club is for students who have a passion for expressing their creativity through writing. Together we will explore the writing process while participating in game-like activities to help promote the innovative process of creative writing. Students will work in teams and as individuals to complete projects and write and illustrate their own short story.

Staff Member: Ms. Boron

Day of the Week: Thursdays

Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17

Capacity: 18

Description: No video games here! This is an opportunity for your child to sit down face-to-face to play fun interactive games, including board games you may have played as a child. (Think "Don't Break the Ice" and "Hungry, Hungry Hippos"!) Your child will have fun and won't even realize they are working on their social skills too!

Staff Member: Ms. Boron

Day of the Week: Tuesdays

Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15

Capacity: 18

Description: No video games here! This is an opportunity for your child to sit down face-to-face to play fun interactive games, including board games you may have played as a child. (Think "Don't Break the Ice" and "Hungry, Hungry Hippos"!) Your child will have fun and won't even realize they are working on their social skills too!

Staff Member: Ms. Blue

Day of the Week: Thursdays

Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17

Capacity: 20

Description: Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including t-ball, floor hockey, kickball, soccer, basketball, and other sports and group games. The program provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Staff Member: Ms. Russo

Day of the Week: Thursdays

Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17

Capacity: 24

Description: Students will participate in a variety of recreational activities like soccer, kickball and floor hockey. Each week will consist of a new game/activity. Through these games, students will have the opportunity to meet new people, be active and have fun!

Staff Member: Ms.Dajka

Day of the Week: Mondays

Dates: Feb 3, 10, 24; Mar 3, 10, 17, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21

Capacity: 20

Description: Lego Club will allow students to build on creativity, problem-solving, and cooperation by using Legos to build solutions to various design challenges. Students will also meet new friends and have FUN!

Staff Member: Ms.Dajka

Day of the Week: Thursdays

Dates: Feb 6, 13, 27; Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

Capacity: 20

Description: Lego Club will allow students to build on creativity, problem-solving, and cooperation by using Legos to build solutions to various design challenges. Students will also meet new friends and have FUN!

We have three options for emergency weather days:

1. Late Start:

   • A "Late Start" schedule can be implemented with as much advance notice to families as possible. This will not need to be made up at the end of the year.
   • Morning activities like band, choir, or sports will be canceled.
   • Bus pick-up and the start of school will be delayed by exactly 2 hours. For example, if the normal entry bell rings at 7:50, the new entry bell will be at 9:50.
   • If your child’s normal bus pick-up time is 7:30, the new pick-up time will be 9:30.
   • Dismissal will remain at 2:30. More information will be shared about after-school activities.

2. Remote Learning Day:

   • A remote learning day will not need to be made up at the end of the year.
   • Notification will need to be provided before 1:00 PM the day before to determine if a remote learning day is necessary. See the next section for more information about remote learning days.

3. School Closure:

• If the decision to cancel school is made after 1:00 PM the day before, school will be canceled, and that day will be made up at the end of the year.

What does an emergency remote learning day look like at Millburn Elementary School?

On a remote learning day, the schedule will be condensed compared to last year’s remote learning plan.

The day will be divided into two parts for K-5:

• 9:00 - 11:30 AM: Synchronous (live) instruction

• 11:30 - 12:30 PM: Lunch Break

• 12:30 - 3:00 PM: Asynchronous (independent) work

Early Childhood schedule will be the following:

• 9:00-10:15 AM Early Childhood

• 10:30-11:45 PM Early Childhood

Google Meet links for synchronous instruction will open at 8:55 AM. Attendance will be taken by the teacher.

Learning activities will focus on reading, language arts, and math, with the afternoon consisting of independent activities directed by the teacher. While these activities are not required, we encourage students to participate.

Join us on Wednesday, March 5, from 5:00–7:00 PM for our annual Millburn Showcase! This exciting open house family event will feature fun activities for all grade levels, including Art, STEM, PE, Reading, Math, and much more!

Last year, we hosted a couple of food trucks, and they were a big hit. This year, we’d like to offer even more options! If you or someone you know owns a food truck and might be interested in participating, please have them reach out to Mr. Walshire at bwalshire@millburn24.net.

We hope to see you there!

If your family is planning to move out of the school district, we kindly ask that you follow the steps below to ensure a smooth transition for your child(ren) as they move to a new school.

1. Notify the School
Please inform the school as soon as possible about your intent to move. This helps us prepare necessary documentation and ensure proper communication between schools.

2. Request Records
We will need to transfer your child’s academic records to their new school. Once you know which school your child will be attending, please provide us with the name and contact information for their new school, so we can forward their records promptly.

3. Return School Property
If your child has any school-issued items such as textbooks, library books, technology devices, or sports equipment, please make sure to return these items to the school before your departure.

4. Update Your Contact Information
Ensure that we have your most up-to-date contact information. This will allow us to reach you in case there are any follow-up questions or details regarding your child’s transition.

5. Confirm Withdrawal Date
Please provide us with the exact date of your child’s last day of attendance, so we can officially process their withdrawal.

6. Check your PushCoin Account

Please check your student's PushCoin account (pushcoin.com) for any balances owed to the school or refunds you'd like to withdraw from the account. Please contact the main office for the refund form or with help accessing your student's account. You will need to provide an updated mailing address for any refunds.

We understand that moving can be both an exciting and challenging time for families. Our team is here to support your child(ren) and make this transition as seamless as possible. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the school office.

Millburn School District is actively seeking substitute teachers. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a substitute, please read on. If you know someone who you believe would be interested in becoming a substitute, please feel free to forward this email to them.

Feel free to take a moment to view Educator Licensure Information & Requirements from the Lake County Regional Office of Education CLICK HERE.

• View Substitute and Paraprofessional License Checklist
• Different Types of Substitute Licenses - This page provides the licensure requirements to obtain a substitute or short-term substitute teaching license in Illinois. ​
• How to Become a Substitute Teacher

Now that you know a bit more about the qualifications, Millburn welcomes you to complete the next steps to join our extraordinary team of educators!

Please gather all of the documents needed and complete the online application to begin the hiring process.

For inquiries, please email vcollins@millburn24.net.

PARENT CONNECTIONS through a Parent University Series

We have already had opportunities for parents to connect with staff at the start of the school year, and an opportunity this week for parents to connect with other parents. It is important for our community to connect with each other in various ways to create a support network as we bring up our kids toward adulthood. The PARENT U series is another opportunity to connect throughout the year! Please consider taking part in as many of these opportunities as possible! Save the dates and times in this LINK, and watch for more details as the year progresses.

Email: bwalshire@millburn24.net
Phone: 847-245-2800

Email: kgedville@millburn24.net