Hawk Highlights

Friday, August 30, 2024

Upcoming Dates

September 2 - Labor Day, No School
September 5 - Highland's Open House (6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.) See below.
September 10- Beginning Instrumental Music Parent Meeting (9310 Kenton Ave, 7:00 p.m.)
September 13 - School Picture Day
September 27 - Teacher Institute Day, No School
October 3- Rosh Hashanah, No School
October 14- Indigenous Peoples' Day, No School

Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day?

What is Labor Day?

During the Industrial Revolution, workers organized strikes, demonstrations, and rallies to push for improved working conditions. Labor Day commemorates the efforts of those who fought for workers' rights during the labor movement of the late 19th century. Thanks to their struggles, we now enjoy benefits such as the 40-hour workweek, paid time off, sick leave, and safer workplaces.

OPEN HOUSE

We are looking forward to seeing you at Open House!

Thursday, September 5

K-2 6-7 pm

Gr 3-5 6:30-7:30

Specials teachers (art, music, library, PE, science) and other support staff 6:15-7:15

Come and see where your child spends their day, meet all of the teachers!

SNACKS FOR STUDENTS

Please be sure to send a nutritious, nut-free snack to school with your child(ren) each day. We are not able to provide snacks for students.

Inclement Weather Reminder

When the weather prevents us from lining up outside before school, all students enter the building from the door on Payne St. beginning at 8:30 am.

Position Available At Highland

Recess/Lunch supervision, 10:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. daily. $16 per hour.

Please contact Dr. Bradley (kbradley@skokie68.org) if interested.

Required Health Forms

Physical examinations are mandatory for Pre-K, Kindergarten, 6th Grade, or any student entering an Illinois school for the first time, regardless of grade.

Dental examinations are mandatory for Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, and 6th Grade.

Vision examinations are mandatory for Kindergarten and all students enrolling in an Illinois school for the first time.

Updated physical and immunization forms are due to the health office by October 15, 2024.

Dental Examination Form (for Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th grade only)

Dental Examination Waiver For Physical Exam Form

(for Pre-K, K, 6th grade and any NEW students to an Illinois School - includes Homeschooled children)

Religious Exemption Form Vision Exam Form

(For K, and NEW students to an Illinois School - includes Homeschooled children)

Vision Exam Waiver

Submitting these forms is mandatory for school attendance.

If you have questions, contact Ms. Vakharia (svakharia@skokie68.org).

Skokie Flu Vaccine Clinics

Village of Skokie Health and Human Services Department is hosting their annual Community Flu Vaccine Clinics on Tuesday, October 1st from 10am – 2pm and Tuesday, October 8th from 3pm – 7pm.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

SPACE: Before- & After-School Care

ELL Parent Center

Skokie Public Library

Skokie 68 Community Bulletin Board

Infinite Campus Parent Portal

https://www.nebraskamed.com/primary-care/10-tips-to-keep-your-child-healthy-this-school-year

10 Tips To Keep Kids Healthy This School Year

Parents can help reduce sick days and keep their children's immune systems strong by following our 10 tips for staying healthy at school (and everywhere else). Here are 10 Tips to help kids stay healthy this school year.

1. Get adequate sleep. As consistent bedtime routine is important to your child's health.

2. Daily exercise. Help your child get at least 60 minutes of exercise a day.

3. Reduce screen time. Any screen time not related with homework should be limited to two hours a day.

4. Practice healthy eating habits. Promote your child's health with a nutritions breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with adequate hydration throughout the day.

5. Stay up-to-date on immunizations. Protecting against infection and severe disease is especially important.

6. Wash hands frequently to reduce spread of germs.

7. Teach your kids to keep their hands away from their face at all times.

8. Help your child deal with stress and anxiety.

9. Promote proper backpack safety. Heavy backpacks can cause neck, shoulder and back pain.

10. Schedule a school or sports physical. Schedule a physical annually.