Rose Update

This week's shout out goes to the support staff!

I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for each of you and the incredible commitment you show every day to support our students here at Rose School. Your hard work, dedication, and the care you bring to everything you do make a difference in ways that words can hardly capture.

Whether it’s stepping in to assist a student in need, guiding them through challenges, or offering a helping hand to a colleague, your willingness to go above and beyond reflects the spirit of “Stingray Strong” that defines our school community. Even in the face of difficult situations, your resilience and dedication shine through, reminding us all why Rose is such a special place to be!

We are so fortunate to have each and every one of you on our team. Thank you for all you do, every day, to make a positive impact. Your work is truly valued and appreciated. I'm certain that the rest of the staff, parents and students share the same gratitude for the work that you do!

Dr. Cindy Ruesch

The Lost & Found is overflowing! If your child is missing a lunchbox, water bottle or outdoor clothing, encourage them to check the Lost & Found. Students are able to access the Lost & Found every day in the cafeteria.

Author Mac Barnett & Illustrator Shawn Harris will be stopping by Rose School on their whirlwind book tour showcasing their new book, The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip. Miss Meiser has read the beginning of the first book in the series,The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza to students in grades 2-5. All families are welcome to purchase books on RevTrak. Purchased books will be autographed, but due to the short length of the visit, not personalized. Third graders will visit with the author/illustrator team on November 8th. Sales close on November 15. Contact Miss Meiser pmeiser@barrington220.orgpmeiser@barrington220.org with questions.

Join BStrong Together for a FREE screening of the documentary film Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition on Thursday, November 21 at 7pm in the Prairie Campus Library. This new version of the original Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age film explores the profound effects that increased screen time can have on children's mental health. Learn about the challenges that elementary school-aged children, parents, and educators face in today’s digital world and discover practical strategies to help support their mental health and well-being. Following the film there will be a a Q&A discussion with local area experts including Barrington 220's Assistant Superintendent for Technology & Innovation, Dr. Matt Fuller. Click here to reserve your free ticket.

Do you have gently used pants? We are looking for donations, especially in sizes XS and S for both genders.

We would also appreciate donations of new underwear, especially sizes XS and S for both genders. New socks are appreciated, too!

Please send any donations to the Health Services Office.

Rose will be hosting a gift card drive this year to help families in our school community. Gift cards will be used for a variety of reasons including purchasing winter gear for children.

During parent teacher conferences, please take a look in our front lobby and pick up a reminder tag for places like Jewel, Target, and Wal-Mart. Return that tag with the gift card to the front office at your earliest convenience.

Thank you for helping other Stingray families who demonstrate need. If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristin Leidy-Semprit/School Psychologist at kleidysemprit@barrington220.org or 847-844-2196

The Barrington 220 Fine Arts Department proudly presents the 5th Annual Winter Wonderfest! Winter Wonderfest runs December 13-14, and it will be an open house with activities happening primarily inside the new front atrium addition at BHS. The event will include DJs, carnival games, holiday crafts, hot chocolate for purchase, and more! Tickets are now available through our online box office.

This fall Barrington 220 is launching a book study called One Book, One Community Read! The book study, hosted by our District Equity Team, aligns with the Inclusive Education priority in our district’s strategic plan, Framework 220.

The book study will feature the book Breaking the Code with Gabriella, written by current BHS students Hafsah Khan, Cindy Wang, and 2024 graduate Sarah Pinto. BTCWG is a story about the fight for inclusivity and belonging in STEM spaces, following the story of a young girl, Gabriella, who joins her robotics team as the only girl.

If you did not get your free copy of Breaking the Code with Gabriella during Parent-Teacher Conferences, please let your child's teacher or the front office know, and we will gladly send one home with your child.

We will culminate this community-wide read with a special fireside chat featuring our student authors at the annual Winter Wonderfest celebration at BHS on December 13! It will be a wonderful opportunity to engage with the authors, hear their perspectives, and celebrate the inclusive themes of the book.

Here is the breakfast and lunch menu for the month of November.

• This month the character trait is Gratitude. You can find this month's family letter here.
• You can also use this link to access the Family Character Strong website.

Here is the link to the weekly PTO newsletter.

Virtual Backpack is a place for Barrington 220 families to receive flyers and other information from the district and community organizations without the hassle of sorting through printed papers sent home with your child.