Everett Newsletter - 9.6.24

September 6, 2024

• Our Building News
• Item Drop Off Procedures
• Lockdown Drill

• District 67 News
• Introducing Typetastic School Edition for Keyboarding
  
• Curriculum Coordinating Committee Parent/Guardian Representative Needed
  
• A Message from the Nurse: Required Health Forms for the 2024/2025 School Year
  
• Registration is Going Quickly for Some Exciting Brainstormers Classes!
  
• Register Today for FAN Event and Book Giveaway

• APT News
• Thank You Special Events Committee
• Parent Grade Level Socials
• Order Everett Spiritwear
• Mark Your Calendar
• APT Meeting
• All-District New Parent Coffee
• Community Safety Series

• Spirit News
  
• Please join Us for the Spirit of 67's 20th Home and Garden Tour
  
• Tickets, Grants, Raffle Baskets, Volunteering, Sponsorship, and Donations

• Community Events
• Save the Date for LFHS's 2024 Homecoming Football Game!
  
• City of Lake Forest News: Old Elm Rd. Closed for Union Pacific Work from September 5-11
  

• City of Lake Forest News: Coffee in the Park with Your Aldermen

• Join Scout Aquatics!
  
• Join Cub Scout Pack 148!
  
• You're Invited to the Gorton Center's 50th Birthday Bash!
  
• Friends of Lake Forest Library Annual September Book Sale
  
• Bandits Lacrosse for Girls 1st - 4th Grade is OPEN!

Ahoy!

I had a great time at our Back to School Picnic last night! Thank you to all of the families that were able to celebrate the start of the year together. Another huge shout out this week to our amazing APT for hosting this great event!!!

This week was a lot of fun and productive. All of our students in grades 1-4 completed FastBridge screening and the Universal Screener for Number Sense. This will help us provide appropriate instructional support for our students.

This week’s learning highlight is from first grade. Our students created number racks up to 20 and practiced grouping by 5s and 10s. The students had so much fun and are growing their number sense!

Lastly, Picture Day is FRIDAY! 📸 📸 📸 I’ll send a few reminders next week, as well.

"Seas" the day, Explorers!

Sincerely,

Captain Eigenrauch

• September 18 - APT Meeting 6:30 – 7:30 pm
  

• September 26 - Spirit of 67 Home and Garden Tour

• Nothing this week! 🥳

Students in grades 1-4 will begin their Fall benchmark assessments. Students will take the FastBridge Reading and Math assessments and the Universal Screener for Number Sense. These assessments help us to understand your child’s current level of performance and thoughtfully plan instruction or support.

Please read the following letter with information about our upcoming lockdown drill. Prior to the practice drill on October 1st, we will be discussing the drill procedures with students on September 24th. September 24th is just a conversation. Please know that we do this in a very age-appropriate and sensitive way. We do NOT mention active shooters. Please think of this as an equivalent as practicing a fire drill or tornado drill in order to be prepared in the event of an emergency. Schools must provide sufficient information and notification to parents and guardians in advance of any walk-through lockdown drill (October 1st) that involves the participation of students. Schools must also provide parents and guardians an opportunity to exempt their child for any reason from participating in the walk-through lockdown drill. If you wish your student to be exempted from the law enforcement lockdown drill, please contact me, Megan Eigenrauch to let me know.

Students and staff will be taking their school pictures on September 13th. Please send your child to school “picture ready.” A reminder will be emailed closer to the 13th!

Orchestra lessons will start September 16. There is instrument pick up after school at DPM on September 9. Parents have been sent emails with information regarding pick up. If you didn’t receive the information please reach out to Diane Rener at drener@lfschools.net.

We are continuing with the positive behavior system that was already in place at Everett by continuing to recognize students for meeting our SOAR expectations. However, there will be some minor changes to the program.

For our Kindergarten through 2nd grade students, the sticker charts will remain the same. The students can earn stickers throughout their day and use those completed charts to “purchase” rewards. The only thing changing for our K-2 learners is the opportunity to also purchase experiences with their stickers.

To make the program more age appropriate for our 3rd and 4th grade students, both student rewards and prizes have been tweaked. The request was for students in grades 3 and 4 to no longer earn stickers but something more “cool!” We get it! Students in Grades 3 and 4 will now earn Eagle Cards which are worth 10 points each. Students can redeem those for prizes. The changes to the prizes for 3rd and 4th grade include incorporating both experiences and some raffle items. They will also have the opportunity to buy smaller prizes, as well.

All prizes selected will be consistent for the year and all students will have an equal chance at purchasing those items. This consistency should allow for all of our learners to set a goal and work hard until they achieve it without the fear of not earning enough “in time.”

We have an Amazon Wish List of prizes that we’d love support fulfilling. This new program is GREAT for kids but more expensive due to the need for a larger availability of the same physical prizes for each student. If you’re interested in supporting the program, please see our Amazon Wish List. It will be updated periodically as we continue to reward students with "shopping days!"

We're excited to introduce Typetastic School Edition as our new keyboarding instruction resource that’s available in Clever for students! Initial instruction will begin during library sessions for grades 2-4 and later be a resource for classrooms or home.

Strong keyboarding skills are crucial for academic success, and this program will help students develop speed, accuracy, and confidence. We look forward to seeing our students grow as capable digital learners through this valuable addition to our library program!

Dear District 67 Parents and Guardians:

My name is Vail Kieser, and I’m thrilled to be the Director of Teaching and Learning in Lake Forest District 67. Parents and guardians bring invaluable perspectives to our District 67 work. One of the ways we seek parent and guardian involvement is through the Curriculum Coordinating Committee (CCC). It is composed of teachers, administrators, parents, and guardians, bringing to bear multiple perspectives on the work we do for our students.

The role of the Curriculum Coordinating Committee includes:

• Considering plans for curriculum review/evaluation

• Receiving input regarding curriculum related matters

• Serving in an advisory capacity to the administration and Board of Education

The District is seeking to fill a parent/guardian vacancy for a three-year CCC term. Appointments to the committee will be based upon interest and qualifications.

Those interested in serving on the CCC should apply using this application form below.

Qualifications include the ability to analyze and discuss curricular issues, to participate in collective decision-making, and to communicate effectively. Applications are due by 8:00 am on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.

Meetings will be held monthly with the first meeting on Monday, October 7, at 4:00 pm. Meetings may be held in person or virtually, depending on the time and purpose.

Applicants will be informed of membership by Friday, September 27, 2024. Thank you for considering this opportunity!

Vail Kieser

Director of Teaching & Learning

This is an after school program offering fun and engaging learning experiences where your child will explore their imagination, develop a stage presence, and explore STEM opportunities. The Grade 2-4 musical and all other classes do have a limit to capacity with limited space.

Enroll using the “Registration” link in the class description box.

• Kindergarten:

  • Updated physical with record of required immunizations
  • Complete eye exam
  • Dental exam

• 2nd Grade:

  • Dental exam

• New Students to D67:

  • Updated physical with record of required immunizations
  • Eye exam
  • Dental exam

Additional Reminders:

• If your student takes medication or requires an emergency action plan, forms must be completed annually by your physician.

Please contact your building nurse with any questions.

Kathleen Shalala

kshalala@lfschools.net

Hosted by Superintendent Dr. Matthew L. Montgomery in Conversation with Dr. David Yeager

World-Renown Developmental Psychologist and Author of

10-25: The Science of Motivating Young People

Date: September 11, 2024

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location: Lake Forest High School, 1285 N. McKinley Rd.

“There are many books about the challenges of relating to young people—but none like this one. Grounded in David Yeager's pioneering scientific research, 10-25 offers actionable advice and real-life storytelling that's beautifully written, comprehensive, and filled with warmth. This book is required reading for anyone who aspires to be a wise influence on the young people they care about.”
— Angela Duckworth, author of New York Times #1 Bestseller Grit

It was great to see so many Everett families come out on Thursday night to enjoy the Back to School Picnic. The energy and enthusiasm were truly contagious! A Big Thank-you goes out to the Special Events Committee: Sari Rootberg, Jennifer Westrich, Lisa DiPiero and Kira Albrecht. If you would like to join this amazing team of mom’s in organizing future Special Events for Everett please email me: foggetti17@hotmail.com

Moving forward, we are excited to announce that Parent Grade Level Socials are on the calendar. You may have already received an Evite! (You may need to check junk mail.) We are still in search of a 2nd grade family to host. PLEASE reach out if you're interested. APT will do the rest! These gatherings will be a great opportunity for parents to connect with other parents in their child’s grade level and enjoy an evening out with adults.

LAST CHANCE: Don’t forget to order your Everett Spiritwear by September 8, 2024. Order here.

Mark Your Calendar:

• Wednesday, September 18 - Our first APT meeting: This evening meeting will take place from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Weather permitting, we’ll meet under the Everett Park Pavilion. There will be a surprise guest to kick off a Wellness “Voyage” for parents in attendance as we start the year as the best versions of ourselves!

• Friday, September 20 - All-District 67 New Parent Coffee (9:30 am - 11:00 am, LF Beach, North Pavilion). If you are new to the District, come meet other new families.

• Community Safety Series: Partnering with LFPD, LBPD, D67, D115, D65 & CROYA, on the following dates:

• Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 9:30 am: Role of the Student Resource Officer (SRO)

• Monday, September 23, 2024, 7:00 pm: Active Shooter Scenarios

• Monday, October 7, 2024, 9:30 am & 7:00 pm: Internet Crimes Against Children

Keep up with special events happening at Everett! Visit Everett’s APT Facebook page here or follow us on Instagram @everetteaglesAPT.

Have a great weekend!

Mary Dana Maggiolino
Everett APT President 2023-2025
foggetti17@hotmail.com

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” - Ferris Bueller

We’re thrilled to share that Everett, Cherokee, Sheridan, and DPM schools will each have their very own special home for our tour this year.

Here’s the fun twist: each home will be themed around an iconic John Hughes movie!

• Historic grants at each home will match the movie theme.

• Curated raffle baskets, each themed to match a specific movie, will be displayed at each home. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase online. Stay tuned for more details!

Stay tuned to our Instagram account to find out which iconic movie is associated with each school!

General Ticket Information

Please purchase your tickets below.

What is the Home & Garden Tour?
The Home & Garden Tour is the Spirit of 67 Foundation's major annual fundraiser. Guests will explore several of Lake Forest's most stunning homes and gardens, including the former residence of the legendary filmmaker John Hughes. Each home features unique designs by local restaurants, designers, and florists with homage to John Hughes and his legendary movies. Enjoy live music from District 67 musicians, see Spirit Grants in action, and experience a day filled with beautiful scenery and exciting raffle items.

Who Benefits from This Event?
Funds raised will support Cherokee, Everett, and Sheridan Elementary Schools (grades K-4) and Deer Path Middle School (grades 5-8), providing enriching educational and cultural experiences for students.

How Can I Help or Volunteer?
Interested in volunteering? Please fill out this form: Home & Garden Tour Volunteer Form.

Sponsorships or Donations
For sponsorships or donations, please reach out to Spirit President Courtney Turner at treutelaar@gmail.com.

Our Mission

It shall be the mission of the Spirit of 67 Foundation to raise funds and acquire resources to provide enriching, educational and cultural experiences for the students, parents,

faculty and staff of Lake Forest School District 67 that might not otherwise be provided.

Join us for Homecoming weekend beginning with the Varsity Football game on Friday, September 27!

For all LFHS home athletic events in which a gate fee is charged, tickets must be purchased via www.GoFan.co and redeemed at the gate via mobile phone. CASH IS NO LONGER ACCEPTED.

You can use the following link to purchase your tickets in advance. Lake Forest GoFan Tickets

GO SCOUTS!

Starting on Thursday, September 5, Union Pacific began replacing the at-grade vehicle crossing located on Old Elm Road (just west of Sheridan Road).

Old Elm Road remains completely closed at the railroad crossing between Sheridan Road and Western Avenue for six days, from Thursday, September 5, at 7 am, through Wednesday, September 11, at noon (weather permitting). Detour signs are posted. Learn more.

• Ward 2: September 14, 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
• Ward 1: September 14, 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Stop by Coffee in the Park to chat with your Aldermen, grab a cup of coffee, and enjoy a morning in one of Lake Forest’s lovely parks. Families are encouraged to attend. The meetings are being held at parks so that young children can play at the playground while you connect with your Aldermen. Learn more.

Happy Friday D67 Community! See all of our upcoming community events through the Community Events on our website. Here is a preview of what you'll see:

Join Scout Aquatics!

Join Scout Aquatics! Placements for the next session will be held September 6, 2024, at 6:00pm at Lake Forest High school.

Join Cub Scout Pack 148!

Get Hooked on Scouting: Join us on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Everett Pond for a fun afternoon of fishing.

You're Invited to the Gorton Center's Birthday Bash!

You’re Invited to the Party of the Year on September 14 and 15!

Friends of Lake Forest Library Annual September Book Sale

September 13-15!

Bandits Lacrosse for Girls 1st - 4th Grade is OPEN!

We are your community youth lacrosse program. Come and join the fun!