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Fairmount Families Week END Report
05.31.2024: Final Edition for the 2023-2024 School Year
Happy Friday, Fairmount Families!
As we conclude the 2023-2024 school year, I want to thank our Fairmount families for their continued partnership this year. Whether this was your first year, last year or somewhere in between, I want to thank you for entrusting your child(ren) in our care each day.
For our departing 6th grade class and families - we know you will do great things in middle school and beyond! It has been my pleasure to be your principal for all seven years at Fairmount!
We wish all of our Falcons an incredible summer and cannot wait to hear about the big and small adventures they encounter in the next two months.I hope your summer is filled with family, friends and fun. Whether you are traveling, staying put or anything in between, may you make many memories and enjoy the little and big moments with your child(ren).
Wishing you a happy and safe summer break!
Sincerely,
Lisa Niforatos, Principal
Be sure to follow me on Twitter/X @Fairmount58.
Quick Links:
Information & Reminders
Office Hours and Summer Closure
The Fairmount office will close for the summer on June 6th, reopening on July 30th. Please note that emails sent to school secretaries during this closure will not be answered until we reopen at the end of July.
District 58 administrative offices at, 2300 Warrenville Rd., Downers Grove, will be open through the summer. However, from June 10 - July 22, District offices will follow a summer schedule and be open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and closed on Fridays.
Forget to order a yearbook? Order directly through TreeRing!
2023-2024 yearbooks are going home by Tuesday 5/28! If you have not purchased a yearbook yet, you will still have an opportunity to do so. Please visit the Treering website linked below using our code (also below). Please note when ordering from this point on, your yearbook will be delivered to your homes, NOT Fairmount School. If you have any questions about whether you have purchased a yearbook or not, please email Jen Mejdrech (jglynn@dg58.org) or Mattie Garrison (mgarrison@dg58.org).
Code: 1014168627124710
Field Day
Field Day
We had a wonderful 2024 Field Day! This day is not possible without the support of our fantastic PTA and numerous parent volunteers. Please enjoy some photos below from this exciting event!
Celebrating our 6th Graders
Celebrating our 6th Graders - 05.29.2024
During their last week at Fairmount, we celebrated our students with a whole grade celebration, recognition assembly, and last, but not least, their clap-out of Fairmount. We wish our NOW 7th graders all the best in middle school and beyond.
Fairmount PTA
Fairmount PTA
Fairmount is lucky to have a very active PTA. We encourage all parents/guardians to join the PTA. Please see the the PTA website for detailed information related to membership, events, and to subscribe to the weekly Falcon Flyer. We also encourage you to visit the events page on the PTA website to view all upcoming and ongoing events hosted by the PTA. As always, thank you to our wonderful PTA!
Summer Math Program
Please click on the attached flyer for information on the Summer Math Program. Questions? Email summermathclubDG58@yahoo.com.
PTA End of the Year Survey
As we end this school year and look ahead to the next, we'd love to get feedback regarding the various programs and events the PTA offers. This survey is anonymous. We appreciate your participation. This survey will be open through the last day of school, May 29th.
Link:
PTA Reflections 2024
Next year's theme for Reflections is "Accepting Imperfection". It's never too early to start gathering ideas for your next project. Details for next year's program will come at the start of next school year. You may refer to category guidelines if you wish to start your project over the summer break Category Guidelines
Questions or interested in volunteering to run the program at Fairmount? Email us at reflectionsfairmount@gmail.com
PTA School Tool Box Ordering
The School Tool Box store is up! Order supplies now for the 2024-2025 school year. Orders placed before June 16th will be shipped to the school and can be picked up on Move-In day. If you have any questions please contact Johanna Lewandowski at jlewandowski900@gmail.com
Ordering Link https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes?schoolId=32407
Fairmount MVPs - Celebrating Students & Staff
Field Day Birthday!
Green Apple Awards
Congratulations, Mrs. Sallas
Calendar & Important Dates
Mark your Calendars!
07.30.2024: Fairmount Office Reopens
08.13.2024: Fairmount Meet the Teacher/Move-In 2:45-3:30 p.m.
08.16.2024: First Day of School!
Below the Line: Repeated Information
Below the Line
Fairmount Class of 2018; Senior Class of 2024
It was wonderful to welcome back the Fairmount Class of 2018 as they were here to complete the long standing tradition of taking a group photo in front of the Fairmount sign. We wish these alumni the absolute best and know they will continue to do great things!
Distinguished Service Awards
Congratulations to the following Fairmount teachers and staff who were nominated for the Distinguished Service Award, which is sponsored by the DG58 Education Foundation. Thank you for the positive impact you have on our students, families and staff.
Colleen Brejcha, 6th Grade Teacher
Katie Main, 1st Grade Teacher
Katherine (Matson) Falk, 5th Grade Teacher
Jen (Glynn) Mejdrech, Social Worker
Lauren Prosser, Instructional Coach
Information for 6th Grade Families
Attention Future Senators!
Please see information below from O'Neill Middle School regarding important and upcoming events. Contact O'Neill Middle School at 630.719.5815 with any questions.
We are so excited to welcome our future Senator Class of 2026 to O’Neill Middle School!
SNEAK PREVIEW
Incoming seventh-grade students can participate in a two day program on Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7 that is designed to help students transition to the middle school environment. The Sneak Preview program is fully funded and supported by the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58. Students participate in a 1 ½ hour session for two consecutive days. Please check the Sneak Preview Flier for information and to register your child to attend this event. Please click here for the link to register your child.
OMS SPIRIT WEAR
Get your Senator gear now!! Orders placed by Monday, April 22nd will be available for pick up at the Future Senator Night on Tuesday, May 7.
Referral GPS
District 58 strives to create a culture of well-being for students, parents, staff and community. To further support this endeavor, the District has invested in an additional support service through ReferralGPS.
ReferralGPS is a service providing assistance to our community in finding local mental health and substance use-related treatment resources. The service compliments the District’s existing systems of support as a tool for student service teams and families to connect with treatment. Along with a searchable database of treatment options, ReferralGPS assists families in triage and appointment setting.
School district staff and families may access ReferralGPS in two ways:
Contact Student Services (social workers, psychologists, counselors) to seek out treatment options
Visit this link at https://referralgps.com/find-help/DG58 to search for treatment resources or connect with a Care Navigator anonymously
The platform has the ability to filter by mental health concern, clinician gender/specialty, location, and insurance acceptance. The service is available for all types of private and public insurance options including PPO, HMO, Medicaid, and families that are uninsured or underinsured.
ReferralGPS is available for use by district students, staff, and families at no cost. All information entered on the ReferralGPS tool is completely confidential and securely stored.
Safe to Help
- Click here to connect with Safe2Help Illinois. Students can contact Safe2Help Illinois to safely and confidentially report a crisis or threat involving themselves or someone they know. Safe2Help is monitored 24/7 by trained crisis professionals. District 58 staff will receive an alert after the Safe2Help professional provides support. Through Safe2Help, students can report a crisis or threat through the following ways:
- Website: https://app.safe22helpil.com
- Text: SAFE2 (72332)
- Phone: 844-4-SAFEIL (844-472-3345)
- App: "Safe2Help Illinois" app available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store
- Email: HELP@Safe2HelpIL.com
- Call or text "988" and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will provide 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
- Text “ACT” to 741741: The National Crisis Text line will connect you with free, confidential assistance.
Fairmount Office Contact Information
Lisa Niforatos, Principal lniforatos@dg58.org
Jill DeRango, Secretary jderango@dg58.org
Andrea Laama, Secretary alaama@dg58.org
Email: lniforatos@dg58.org
Website: www.dg58.org/fa/
Location: 6036 Blodgett Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, USA
Phone: 630.719.5830
Twitter: @Fairmount58