Rose Update
August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024 Newsletter
Principal Update
As we wrap up our first week of school, we wanted to take a moment to express how proud we are of our students, especially our 5th graders.
This week, our 5th graders have truly exemplified what it means to be leaders in our school. I’m sure you might have heard me ask the 5th graders when I met them if I could count on them to be a leader at Rose. This week their acts of kindness, willingness to help others, and positive attitudes have set a wonderful example for the younger students. We started our 5th grade bus buddies yesterday, and It’s clear that they are ready to take on the responsibilities that come with being the oldest in the school, by walking Kindergartners and 1st graders to their buses at the end of the day. I have no doubt they will continue to shine throughout the year.
Our Kindergartners started school on Wednesday and already today we observed their growing independence and friendships developing!
Thank you for your continued support in fostering these qualities at home. Together, we are helping our students grow not just academically, but also as compassionate and responsible individuals.
We are excited for what the rest of the school year holds and look forward to celebrating many more successes with you and your children.
Dr. Cindy Ruesch
Student Arrival and Dismissal
Students can arrive on campus starting at 7:40 AM Monday-Friday. Please do not drop off your child before then as we will not have adult supervision in place.
In an effort to maintain safety, please use the crosswalk when parking and walking to the building during morning arrival. This allows for flow of the car traffic to move efficiently and safely.
New Food Service Program
Information about Quest
Barrington 220 contracts with Quest Food Management Services Inc. for all meals served in grades K-12. Quest believes the variety of food, cuisine, and dining experience students have available to them shouldn’t stop at the doors of their school. That’s why Quest offers a program based on cooking fresh food from scratch, assembled-to-order menu options, healthy choices that are flavorful and appealing, and an inviting dining experience for all.
K-8 Weekly Menus
Quest partners with LINQ Connect to provide access to weekly and monthly Dining Menus that include individual item descriptions, ingredient lists, nutritional data and allergen information.
Visit the LINQConnect page and select Barbara Rose Elementary School from the dropdown box.
Assessment Updates
In support of our district's mission, "Empower personal excellence in every learner," we will be using several assessments throughout the school year to gather information that will help our teachers understand your child's strengths and needs so we can better utilize instructional strategies and resources when working with your child.
We will start administering assessments in our building the week of August 26. Here is a link to a letter that explains the different assessments that we use.
Tuesday, August 27--3rd Grade MAP testing--Reading
Wednesday, August 28--2nd Grade MAP testing--Reading
Thursday, August 29--4th and 5th Grade MAP testing--Reading
Fastbridge Testing for 1st Grade on August 28-29
Important Upcoming Dates and Events
First Early Release Day
Our first Early Release Day will be Friday, August 30. Students will be dismissed at 10:45 am. This is in addition to the weekly early release on Wednesdays This will be the first of 4 days in the school calendar that were adopted in the District to provide additional time for professional development and school improvement activities.
Please note: there will not be Kids Klub services available on these early days. Please communicate with the main office and your child's classroom teacher how your child will be going home after school. Please also communicate and reinforce this change in afterschool routine with your child.
Back to School Night
Save the Date! Back to School Night is Thursday, September 5 at 6:00-7:30 PM. More information will be shared as we get closer to the date.
District Updates
2024-25 Theme Revealed
Barrington 220 is the Place to B! Watch the video to hear why students think the the district is the Place to B!
Character Strong
- As part of Framework 220—Health and Wellness, District 220 will implement Character Strong into our daily learning schedule. Please read this Family Welcome Letter and/or use this link to watch a family overview video that gives an introduction the program. You can also use this link to access the Family Character Strong website. Your child's teacher will tell you more about Character Strong during Back to School Night.
Chess Club
Chess Club will be starting after School on Tuesday, August 27. If your child is enrolled, please be sure remind them of this change to their schedule.
Rose PTO Reminders
PTO Weekly Newsletter
Here is the link to the weekly PTO newsletter.