Westfield Principal Kristen Ulery
Westfield families:
I can't believe we only have one week of school left this year! I feel so privileged to be Westfield's principal this year and to get to know the wonderful staff, students, and families!
This week we had the kindergarten and fourth grade field trips and the fifth graders' Too Good for Drugs graduation, as well as field day. Next week we will celebrate our fifth graders with the fifth grade fling, step up to Glen Crest day, and a clap out at dismissal on Friday. We will miss them, but we are excited for the new opportunities they will experience.
School is closed on Monday for Memorial Day, so enjoy the long weekend, and we will see everyone on Tuesday for the last week of school!
Kristen Ulery
Westfield Principal
All schools will be closed Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day
Reminder: All CCSD 89 schools will be closed on Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday. School will resume on Tuesday, May 28, on a regular schedule. The last day of the 2024-25 school year is a half day (morning attendance) on Friday, May 31.
Donations needed for Girls on the Run Impact Project
As part of the Girls on the Run program, the students selected a community impact project. The girls decided to do a fundraiser for the ARF- Animal Rescue Foundation.
The students are collecting animal toys, food, and supplies in each pod to be donated to the Animal Rescue Foundation. The pod that donates the most will be rewarded with extra recess.
Donations are being accepted now through Tuesday, May 28th.
Summer construction is scheduled to begin May 31
Construction projects at CCSD 89 buildings are scheduled to begin on Friday, May 31. Access to some buildings will be limited throughout the summer. You can see a list of scheduled and completed construction here: www.ccsd89.org/24construction
Families should avoid the school’s playground equipment when construction crews are actively working at the school. (At the end of the summer, crews may also be at the buildings on weekends.) Read more: https://bit.ly/3vht66D
It is critical you complete registration for 2024-25 school year ASAP
Thank you to all the families that have completed 2024-25 registration. If you have not completed the process, it is critical you do so as soon as possible. Letters were sent in the U.S. mail with the unique “SnapCode” you will use to complete registration. Register at: www.ccsd89.org/register2425
More info: https://bit.ly/4cS2rOW
Last day of school year will be morning attendance on May 31
Reminder: The last day for students will be a half-day (morning attendance) on Friday, May 31. Read more: https://bit.ly/3TI5PV1
The 2024-25 calendar can be viewed here: www.ccsd89.org/2425calendar
Fifth grade clap out
On Friday, May 31, we will have a "clap out" for our fifth graders. Beginning at 11:40 a.m., students in grades K-4 will line the halls to applaud as the fifth graders walk through the school and outside for the last time. Families are welcome to join us on the front sidewalk for the clap out.
Need food assistance this summer?
Illinois is now participating in “SUN Bucks”, a federal nutrition program that provides cash for summer food to families with children eligible for free- or reduced-price school meals. SUN Bucks will provide $120 annually on an electronic benefit transfer card. Families are eligible if they are identified as direct certified due to participation in SNAP, TANF, income-eligible Medicaid, or is identified as foster, homeless, or migrant. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UZ5ZaU
Healthy, nutritious summer meals are also available for kids 18 and younger through SummerMeals. To find a site close to you, call or text (800) 359-2163, text FoodIL to 304-304, or visit SummerMealsIllinois.org. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44UOT1e
The Glen Ellyn Public Library is also offering free summer meals to kids: https://bit.ly/3QUMttU
Keep reading! Park View library will have books for all CCSD 89 students
From June 10 to June 28, all CCSD 89 students are invited to check out books from the library at Park View Elementary, 250 S. Park Boulevard. The Park View library will be open from 8 to 11 am. Monday through Friday to read or check out books. Any student currently enrolled in CCSD 89 (preschool through seventh grade during the 2023-24 school year) is invited. More info: https://bit.ly/4bS6qK5
The Glen Ellyn Public Library has opened its summer reading program to all CCSD 89 students. Students can earn rewards for reading this summer! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yy0B63
CCSD 89 families can share feedback on special education services
CCSD 89 conducts an annual survey to gain insights into the best ways to meet the needs of students with disabilities and their families. The information gathered through this anonymous survey will assist the district in planning professional development for staff and determining how to best support students and their families.
English-language survey: https://forms.gle/qoKk6RCrptZD46kM6
Español: https://forms.gle/eSfj4Lvsj9ZUcv2K7
The survey closes June 15. Questions? Contact Direct of Student Services Katie Kreller at kkreller@ccsd89.org.
Westfield Elementary School
Attendance phone: (630) 858-2770
Online backpackEmail: info@ccsd89.org
Website: www.ccsd89.org/westfield
Location: Westfield Elementary School, Mayfield Lane, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: (630) 858-2770
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Twitter: @westfield89