The Wilmot Word: October 4, 2024

Mark your calendars! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 24th from 1:00-4:00 pm & 5:00-8:00 pm and on Friday, October 25th from 8:30-11:30 am. All DPS109 schools will hold in-person parent-teacher conferences this year with an option to Zoom for parents/guardians who are not available for an in-person conference. Parents will sign up for a conference using Sign-Up Genius. Click the link below to find teacher sign ups.

It is best practice to hold one parent conference per child, to ensure that both parents receive the same information regarding their child’s strengths and needs. Therefore, I ask that parents sign up for one joint conference per student. If this is a concern, please reach out to me directly. We look forward to seeing all of our parents during conferences. Conferences are a discussion between parents and teachers. At this time elementary conferences do not include students and therefore we ask that children not attend the parent-teacher conference.

Throughout the school year, we will feature practical technology tips in our newsletters, offering fresh ideas for families to use at home developed by our own Student Resource Officer, Lauren Maldonado, and our Innovations Specialist, Maria Galanis.

While we encourage everyone to limit time spent on devices, we understand that these tools can foster meaningful connections when used wisely. However, in today’s digital age, it can be difficult to stay informed about the latest apps and trends to ensure your child's online safety. We want to do our part in supporting students and families in the various ways they can implement security settings on their children’s devices and monitor time spent online. What better time to introduce these tech tips than October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Click the the photo below and check out the videos.

It is very important that we have the most up-to-date health information for your child. There are some important deadlines coming up soon.

PHYSICALS: All new students, Early Learners, kindergarteners, and 6th graders must have an updated health form on file by October 15th, or they will be excluded from school.

EYE EXAMS: Kindergarteners and new students must have an updated eye exam on file by October 15th, or they will be excluded from school.

DENTAL EXAM: All new students, kindergarteners, 2nd graders, and 6th graders must have an updated dental exam on file by May 15th of this school year.

Get more information by clicking here.

Due to the unexpected cancellation of school following the recent storms on August 28, 2024, DPS 109 will have to make up that day of school on Monday, March 3rd, 2025. The Board of Education just approved the calendar change last night and it has been updated on our website today. Please plan accordingly.

Check out the PTO website and weekly newsletter which are linked below. You will find information about:

• Ways to get involved in the Wilmot PTO
• Book fair is coming
• Pie Fundraiser

It's time for Wilmot's first ever Elsie Mae's Thanksgiving Pie Fundraiser!! Buy Elsie Mae Pies for Thanksgiving and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to Wilmot. Elsie Mae's has the best pies in the area. Elsie Mae's sweet shop uses local produce and family recipes to preserve traditional-style baking and canning. They have many options to choose from for the holiday. PTO will communicate date/time/location for Pie pickup the week of Thanksgiving. Order pies for everyone you love! 20% of sales will be donated back to Wilmot.

Orders will be taken October 1st to October 31st through the Wilmot PTO website. You can learn more about Elsie Mae Pies at https://www.elsiemaescanningandpies.com/ . Whole pies are (9") and serve about 8 people. They will be delivered fully baked and fresh and just need to be warmed at 375 degrees for 15-20 min to enjoy.

Click the flier below to order these delicious pies!

Join Wilmot families and friends for a day of fun at a Chicago Wolves

hockey game.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17

VS. ROCKFORD ICEHOGS

DOORS OPEN AT 2PM: PUCK DROPS AT 3PM

• Monday, October 14

• Legal Holiday - No school

• Tuesday, October 15

• District-wide safety drill

• PTO meeting - 1:30 pm - Zoom

• Wednesday, October 16

• PTO Book Fair-in the GMA

• Thursday, October 17

• PTO Book Fair-in the GMA

• Friday, October, 18

• PTO Book Fair-in the GMA

• Sunday, October 20

• PTO Book Fair-in the GMA

• Wednesday, October 23

• Picture Retakes

• Thursday, October 24

• Cultural arts assembly -Lloyd Bachrach, Yes, You Can!

• Dismissal at 11:40 am and PARENT conferences in the afternoon and evening

• 1:00-4:00 pm & 5:00-8:00 pm

• Friday, October 25

• Daytime parent conferences - 8:30 - 11:30 am (no school for students)

• Tuesday, October 29

• 4th Grade Opera Field Trip 9-11:30

• Thursday, October 31

• Halloween parade/parties - schedule TBD

• Tuesday, November 5

• Election Day - No School