Bridgeview School Bulletin

April 1: Classes Resume

April 1-4: IAR Prep Week!

April 2: The Vitt Factor Assembly (3rd - 6th Grade)

April 3: End of Q3

April 4: IAR Pep Rally (3rd - 6th Grade)

April 7-11: IAR Testing (3rd - 6th Grade) *See schedule below for details.

April 10: Q3 Report Cards Issued (electronically)

April 18 & 21: NO SCHOOL

April 22: Earth Day

April 22-25: ISA Testing (5th Grade Only)

April 23: Administrative Professionals Day!

April 29: School Improvement Day; Early Dismissal @ 11:15AM

Dear Bobcat Families,

Happy April! Spring is in full swing, and we are entering a busy and exciting time at Bridgeview School. This month brings many opportunities for learning, growth, and celebration as we continue working together to support our students.

State Testing Information
April is an important month for our students. All 3rd - 6th Graders will take the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR). In addition, our 5th graders will that the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA). These assessments provide valuable insights into student progress and help us ensure we are meeting the academic needs of all learners. We encourage all students to be present, well-rested, and ready to do their best.

Here are some helpful tips to support your child during testing:

• Ensure they get a good night's sleep before each test.

• Provide a healthy breakfast to start the day right.

• Arrive at school on time to minimize stress.

• Encourage them to do their best and remind them that these tests are just one measure of their learning.
  
  

Specific testing dates for each grade level are listed in the graphic below. Thank you for your partnership in making this a positive experience for our students!

We appreciate your continued support and look forward to a fantastic month of learning and achievement. As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for all you do to support our school community!

Mrs. Del Prete

From left: Amelia B., Grace N., Djoumoke O., Vivianne V., and Sara A.

Hello Bobcat Families!

Following procedures from last year, we have an online form for attendance reporting. While guardians will still be able to call in, we are also offering an attendance form for families to submit attendance digitally. If your student will be absent, please use this Attendance Reporting Form or call us at 708-496-8713 to report the absence.

Thank you!

Bridgeview Office Staff

Does your child have a cell phone with them when they are at school? If so, we need you to fill out our online Cell Phone Permission Form. By clicking here and filling out the form, you are giving your permission for your child to have their phone at school. You are also acknowledging our Cell Phone rules/policies.

REMINDER: No edible birthday or holiday treats will be allowed.

If your child has a birthday during the school year and you would like to recognize the special day, please think about sending non-edible items such as pencils, stickers, erasers, etc.

In order to assure the safety of your child each day, it is imperative to notify the school office and your child's teacher if your child will not be riding the bus home on any particular day. Please email our office staff (jborst@isd109.org or mprouty@isd109.org) OR send a written note stating that your child will not be riding the bus that day. If a note is not sent to school, your child will be sent home on the bus - we will not take your child's "word for it" if he/she says they are not supposed to ride the bus. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

8:10AM 1st Bell

8:15AM Tardy Bell

2:30PM School Dismissed

All students arriving late to school (after 8:15AM) must report to the office for a tardy slip. Every 5th tardy a note will be sent home. Continuous tardiness may constitute other disciplinary consequences. Our goal is for all students to arrive at school on time each day. When students are late, they miss instructional opportunities. Please keep in mind that students arriving after 9:15AM are no longer considered tardy, but will instead receive a half day absence.

Being late is detrimental to all students' learning, especially if it occurs on a consistent basis. Be sure to do all you can to prevent tardiness. Your child will thank you for it!

Parents/Guardians should be aware that School District #109 applies lawn care products in order to maintain a beautiful campus of which all of us can be proud. With that being said, by law, our school must maintain a registry of all parents/guardians of students that wish to be notified prior to the application of pesticides to school grounds. Should you wish such notification, please contact our school office at your convenience.

Indian Springs SD #109 is looking to add to its list of available substitute teachers and paraprofessionals. If you are interested in being a substitute in our school district, please contact Marilyn Leja, School District Receptionist, at (708) 796-8700. The eligibility requirement to be a substitute teacher is to possess a teaching license or substitute teacher license (the substitute teacher license requires a Bachelor's Degree). The eligibility requirement to be a substitute paraprofessional is to possess a paraprofessional license. Feel free to contact Marilyn Leja for further details.

Candice Del Prete, Principal

Email: cdelprete@isd109.org
Website: www.isd109.org
Location: 7800 S Thomas Ave Bridgeview, IL 60455

School Hours: 8:00-2:30
Phone: 708-496-8713
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