Washington Newsletter

Washington News #Eagle Pride

October 3, 2024

Washington Upcoming Events

10/4 Eagle Pride Kick-Off Assembly
10/9 Night for Families New to United States, 5-6pm, WA Library
10/11 Early Dismissal at 10:50
10/14 NO SCHOOL
10/21 ALICE Drill, more details to follow, from District 75
10/22 Book Fair, Shop after school 2:30-3:30
10/23 Conchas, Cookies, and Conversations with Principal, 6-6:45 pm
10/23 Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8pm, and shop the Book Fair
10/24 NO SCHOOL & Parent Teacher Conferences 12-8pm, and shop the Book Fair
10/25 Community Action Day, 10-2pm
10/25 NO SCHOOL

Note from our Social Workers

Praise is a powerful tool that parents and guardians can use to encourage their child’s good behaviors. Research has shown that positive reinforcement—such as praise--is far more effective than discipline. This HANDOUT describes techniques for using praise to its maximum potential. You got this!

Ms. Tapia & Ms. Garcia

A Night for Families New to the United States, 10/9, 5-6pm

When? Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 5:00-6:00 pm
Where? Washington Elementary School Library (122 S. Garfield Ave., Mundelein, IL, 60060)
Who? This is a night designed for families new to the United States (under 3 years)
What? This informational night will focus discussion on local resources and organizations to help families succeed in the United States.
Questions? English / Español: Jorge Moncada (jmoncada@d75.org, 847-226-2626 OR Ryan Zak (rzak@d75.org, 847-949-2022) English / Ukrainian / Russian: Larisa Brener (llbrener63@gmail.com)

Book Fair Volunteers Needed 10/17 - 10/24

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming, SAVE THE DATE for October 22-24!

Please sign up HERE to support the Scholastic Book Fair at WA. There are available volunteer slots in the mornings and evenings.
Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eaglepride
MORE info: English & Espanol

Upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences (10/23 & 10/24)

We look forward to meeting with all families during Parent/Teacher conferences. Please be sure to reserve a conference time with your student's teachers. Contact the teacher for scheduling details.

Community Action Day, Volunteers Needed 10/25/2024

WA is sponsoring a Community Action Day, October 25th. On this day, WA family and friends are invited to help us paint the recess blacktop with fun and engaging activities to support our students. Here is an example of what we will paint. Details:

WA Recess Blacktop
10/25
10am-2pm
All ages (we will provide supervision for students)
All skill level (we are using stencils!)

Sign up here to join us. Wear your painting clothes and see you on the playground!

Box Tops Fundraiser

Thank you to everyone who participates in the Box Tops program. We have earned $22 for WA. Please check HERE to learn more and sign up.

Find Information HERE

RevTrack: this document has details. For help with payment and balances, please contact Patty DeLozier, pdelozier@d75.org or 847-949-2700 ext. 2014.
PowerSchool: directions for parent accounts is HERE If you have any questions, contact Diana Solis via email dsolis@d75.org.
Teacher contact info: our staff list is on our website.

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My School Lunch menus

Food Service Information

Access the RevTrak website to pay for school meals for your child.