Kimball Hill
Week of October 23rd
Trunk or Treat- October 26th
We are so excited for our annual Trunk or Treat! It is a great event for the entire family and we hope you can attend! This year, cars will set up in the front of the school! Please see the attachment for details. Huge shout out to our PTA and Parents for all their hard work!
Sensory Friendly: 5:15 - 5:30 PM
Grades K - 2: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Grades 3 - 6: 6:00 - 6:30 PM
Help us "Scare Away Hunger" by bringing a can of soup to Trunk or Treat! Donations will be brought to the Palatine Township Food Pantry.
Kimball Hill Hat, Gloves & Undergarments Drive
We are in need of some winter items and appreciate any donation that you might be able to give. Our collection will begin November 1st and run through Parent/Teacher Conferences on November 20th (11am-7pm) and November 21st (8am-12pm). If anyone would like to donate NEW winter gloves, undergarments and/or hats for our students in need, please send with your child to school or you may drop off during your scheduled Parent/Teacher Conferences. There will be a collection box in the front lobby that you can drop the item(s) into. Thank you for your continued support!
Three Teacher Feature! Get to know our hard working staff!
Kelly DeRosa
Position-Bilingual Resource
Why did you become a teacher or why did you want to work in a school?-I always played school as a kid, I love the creativity of teaching and I love learning so I wanted to be a teacher.
What inspires you?-Traveling and learning about other cultures inspires me, and eating food from around the world!
What is your favorite quote?"-There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it." -Amanda Gorman
Karolina Mrozik
Position-4th grade teacher
Why did you become a teacher or why did you want to work in a school?-I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I was in elementary school. I was blessed with having inspiring teachers that made learning exciting while still stressing the importance of education. I want to provide that same exciting experience to my students while pushing them to try their very best.
What inspires you?-I'm inspired by my parents who came to America as immigrants and knowing very little English. They've worked very hard for what they earned, and I want to make them proud by working hard.
What is your favorite quote?-"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go." - Dr. Seuss
Maria Sorce
Position-5th Grade
Why did you become a teacher or why did you want to work in a school?-According to my first grade teacher (who I student taught with), I wanted to become a teacher then.
What inspires you?-Helping students with difficulties.
What is your favorite quote?-“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” by Albert Einstein
November 7th Reminder
At the August 8, 2023, Board of Education meeting, the 2023-2024 school calendar was revised with November 7th to reflect a half day of school for students (AM) and a full day for staff with Teacher Institute for staff (PM). There will be NO
Half-Day Kindergarten. Students are dismissed before lunch so we do not serve lunch on half days. Students will be served breakfast for those that need one.Halloween Celebration and Costume Guidelines Tuesday, October 31, 2022
We are excited to celebrate Halloween again this school year. Please kindly take a moment to review our plan and expectations for Tuesday, October 31, 2023. We look forward to a memorable and fun celebration for all students! If your student cannot participate, please email your child’s teacher by October 25th.
1:30-1:45 pm-Students in grades Pre-K-6th grade will parade outside in their costumes. Parents are welcome to view the parade from the grassy area outside of the yellow line (see picture attached). This is weather permitting ONLY and will not be rescheduled outdoors if we experience inclement weather. The parade will be moved to indoors if it becomes inclement for students only. We are hoping that Mother Nature cooperates.
1:50-2:50 pm- Students in grades Pre-K-6th grade will have a classroom Halloween Party following the parade. The parties are sponsored and organized by our PTA and our parent room reps. Only parents who are signed up to help with classroom parties will be allowed to participate. Students will be dismissed from school at 3:05 pm.
AM Kindergarten ONLY
9:45-10:00am parade on blacktop
10:00-10:45 am class party
Students are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes to school for the day. We have moved away from students changing during the noon hour or going home to do so. We look forward to students being able to wear their Halloween and/or fall gear for the day at school. We strongly encourage children to wear costumes that are comfortable and appropriate for school. Students will NOT be allowed to wear costumes that do not meet the guidelines. Please review and follow the below guidelines when choosing a costume this year. If your child does not celebrate Halloween, please email the teacher and your child will go to the library and can participate in a fall independent activity.
Page 22 - Parent/Student Handbook
Per the Student Handbook: Students are permitted to wear costumes on Halloween as long as their attire complies with the above student appearance policy and meets the following set of expectations for a school setting:
Children should not wear bloody, gruesome, or especially scary costumes. Costumes involving fake blood are not allowed.
Actual weapons, look-alike weapons, toy weapons or weapon-like objects are not allowed.
Masks that cover the face and head are not allowed.
Costume make-up is allowed provided it does not cover the student’s entire face. Staff members must be able to identify students.
Costumes that could be offensive or perpetuate a stereotype about someone’s culture, gender, heritage or religion are not allowed.
Important Dates
- 6th Grade Cross Country Meet- October 23rd at Salt Creek, 4:30pm
- Trunk or Treat- October 26th times above
- Halloween Parade 1:30pm out back and AM Kindergarten ONLY at 9:45am- October 31st
- Students 1/2 Day Early Dismissal at 11:15 (no AM classes) November 7th
- November 20th & November 21st Parent Teacher Conferences
- November 20th-24th No Classes
Visit the District 15 Calendar for more information!
Lunch with the Principal Fun!
PTA News
Trunk or Treat
We hope to see you at Trunk or Treat next Thursday, October 26th! Please see the attached flyer above for information!
Help us "Scare Away Hunger" by bringing a can of soup to Trunk or Treat! Donations will be brought to the Palatine Township Food Pantry.
Turkey Trot
Join us for our first ever TURKEY TROT! Run or walk the 1 mile course - starting from Kimball Hill School and going around Kimball Hill Park. After the walk we will have tables with games, activities, and more! Click on PDF below for details.
This event is free but students must register by November 5th. Parents/Guardians are welcome to run.walk with their child, but do not need to register. tinyurl.com/KHTurkeyTrot23
Newsletter https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E0rXZmxGeFwRjXwJoR8YhZZbvs-odJ-r/view?usp=sharing
School Hours
ECDEC, Dual Kindergarten, Grades 1st-6th
- Monday-Thursday: 8:25 am – 3:05 pm
- Friday: 8:25 am – 2:15 pm
Kinder AM
- Monday-Thursday: 8:25 am – 11:00 am
- Friday: 8:25 am – 10:35 am
Kinder PM:
- Monday-Thursday: 12:30 pm – 3:05 pm
- Friday: 12:05 pm – 2:15 pm
Office Hours: 7:25 am – 3:55 pm, Monday- Friday
Doors open at 8:10am for students who need breakfast! All other students should plan to arrive closer to 8:20am. School begins at 8:25am and students will be marked tardy after 8:25.
Contact the Principal
Michelle LaCamera
Kimball Hill School
2905 Meadow Dr.
Rolling Meadows, 60008
847-963-5200