Friday Focus
April 19, 2024
In This Issue...
- A Message from Marcie
- VIP Day is Soon!
- Erin's Law
- Dine Out and Support the Community
- Donate for Helping Hands Day
- Purchase School Supplies for 2024-25
- Nickel City Fundraiser 5/8
- Get involved in Staff Appreciation Week
- Join a PTO Committee
- and much more
A Message from Marcie
Thanks for a great week, South Park!
We had a wonderful event last night where students and families came together to walk the halls of South Park to enjoy our students' art work. In addition, it was so lovely to see all of the families and students who came to the library to listen to our South Park Singers perform. The Fine Arts Night was a brand new event this year, and we were thrilled with such a wonderful turn out. Thank you so much for supporting the arts and special events like this one at South Park!
Enjoy the weekend!
-Marcie
Congrats to our students who presented at the Board of Education Meeting about the Cross Town Classic Volleyball Game!
Congrats to our winners of the Young Author's Contest!
Our Fine Arts Night was a success!
VIP Day is Soon!
VIP Day is coming soon and we still have over 60 students who do not have anyone signed up. An email was sent early this afternoon to anyone who does not have a VIP on the list.
It is important to us that every child at South Park has a VIP in their life who will join them at this special event in just a couple of weeks. If your child does not have someone from outside of school available to attend, please reach out to Dr. Faust ASAP. Our school will work to ensure these students have someone at South Park who can join them as their guest during their class's VIP Day activity.
To remind you, the VIP dates and times are listed below, along with the link to RSVP.
VIP Day for Kindergarten
Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 9:30-10:00 a.m. Click here to RSVP
VIP Day for 1st Grade
Friday, May 3, 2024, from 9:30-10:00 a.m. Click here to RSVP
VIP Day for 2nd Grade
Friday, May 3, 2024, from 10:30-11:00 a.m. Click here to RSVP
VIP Day for 3rd Grade
Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 1:30-2:00 p.m. Click here to RSVP
VIP Day for 4th Grade
Friday, May 3, 2024, from 1:30-2:00 p.m. Click here to RSVP
VIP Day for 5th Grade
Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 10:30-11:00 a.m. Click here to RSVP
Thank you for ensuring that you RSVP or let Dr. Faust know that you need someone to stand in for your child so that all of our students can participate fully! We look forward to a memorable day with our students and their VIPs!
Erin's Law
Dear Parents and Guardians of Elementary School Students,
Erin’s Law (House Bill 6193) was signed by Governor Pat Quinn on January 24, 2013. This law requires schools to implement an age-appropriate sexual assault and abuse awareness and prevention curriculum for grades Pre-K through 12. District 109 partners with Childhood Victories, Inc., an organization founded by Victor Pacini who is a motivational speaker and a survivor of sexual abuse. Speakers from Childhood Victories, Inc. provide programming for our students that teaches them basic skills to keep them safe from dangerous or abusive situations. The program, Be Seen and Heard 2.0, is developmentally appropriate, interactive, aligned with learning standards, and will cover the following topics:
Distinguishing safe from unsafe touches
Safety rules at home and school
Saying “NO”
Secrets
It’s not the child’s fault if someone touches them
Telling a trusted adult
The staff from Childhood Victories, Inc. will be presenting to South Park K-5 students on Friday, April 26th.
Parents can view Victor Pacini’s parent video to preview the concepts of the Be Seen and Heard 2.0 program.
Requests to Opt-Out: If you prefer that your child opt-out of the Erin’s Law presentation, please email your child’s principal by TODAY, April 19. Please also feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Joanna Ford
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
DINE OUT AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY!
The Deerfield Park Foundation’s mission is to offer scholarships to kids experiencing financial hardship so they can attend camp and park district programs. Help make that happen... and have dinner while you're at it! Mark your calendars and plan to help!
On May 1st, Deerfield Italian Kitchen has been kind enough to donate 20% of all proceeds to the Deerfield Park Foundation.
Help the foundation continue to support the families of Deerfield by fostering a welcoming and inclusive community... and have dinner too! Just mention the Park Foundation on May 1st at Deerfield’s Italian Kitchen!
Other Important Information ⚠️
- All visitors to South Park School MUST bring a valid driver's license or state ID card to the main office before entering into the building. Beginning this year, we will collect IDs during your visit and return it to you as you leave.
- If your child is going to be absent from school, you need to call or email us by 9:00 that morning. ** Call 847-945-5895, ext. 2103 and leave a message OR ** Email Nurse Nora Moskos.
- Please follow our morning procedures, and drop your children off at their regular grade level doors. If you choose to drive through the front circle at arrival, kindly stay in your car when you drop off to help us reduce morning congestion.
- K-5 drop-off is between 8:35-8:45 a.m. Students who arrive after 8:45 a.m. will need to enter through the front door of the school, as all other doors will be locked.
- Dismissal for all Kindy and 1st-grade walkers and car riders will take place at their grade level door.
- Early Learners drop-off/pick-up info can be found here.
- When parking in our Birchwood parking lot, please remember that our preschoolers are dropped off and picked up by the west end (closest to the school). Sometimes, their parents' cars can block a parked car from exiting for a few minutes. To avoid that, we suggest that you park closer to Birchwood Avenue.
Important Dates 📅
Thursday, May 2 and Friday, May 3
- VIP Day
Friday, May 17
- Kindergarten Round-Up
Monday, May 27
- Memorial Day - No School
- Helping Hands Day K-2 AM and 3-5 PM
- Field Day 3-5 AM and K-2 PM
Friday, June 7
- Last day of school - 11:40 a.m. dismissal
Fine Arts Night:
Thursday, April 18th - 4:00-5:30
Upcoming Music Concert Dates:
- Kindergarten - Wednesday, April 10 @ 6:00
- Early Learners - Wednesday, April 10 @ 5:00