Greeley Greeting

Dear Families,

We’re off to a strong start with IAR testing this week! Our third and fourth graders completed their first math assessments today. To help them continue to do their best throughout the week, please ensure they’re getting plenty of rest and enjoying a healthy breakfast each morning.

Today, I had the pleasure of being joined by a guest assistant principal who helped with several of my daily responsibilities. Together, we visited classrooms during our morning walkthroughs, listened to third graders rehearse for the upcoming Spring Sing concert, and observed an orchestra lesson. We also joined the third grade team meeting, where we approved an exciting upcoming field trip!

After a quick break for recess, my assistant restocked the staff beverage fridge and joined a fourth grade team meeting, where teachers reviewed next year’s student supply list. Check out the photos below of her in action—we’re so grateful for her leadership and enthusiasm this morning!

Lastly, please take a moment to review the announcements below, which include:

• Information about class placement parent feedback

• A call for school board applicants from School Board President Dan Waters

• An invitation to our upcoming Parent Coffee Talk

Thank you for your continued support!

Warmly,
Lindsay

April

• 4/7-4/30 One School One Book
• 4/18 No School
• 4/25 Half Day (11:20am dismissal)
• 4.29 Parent Coffee Talk

May

• 5/5-5/23 Spring Benchmark Window
• 5/6 Greeley Spring Sings for Grade 1 and Grade 2
• 5/7 Greeley Spring Sings for Grade 3, 4, and K
• 5/22 Kindergarten Open House, 6:15pm (For Incoming K families)
• 5/26 Memorial Day (No School)
• 5/30 Otus parent portal opens

As we begin planning for the upcoming school year, our team is already hard at work with hiring and scheduling. Another important part of our preparation is the development of classroom rosters.

As in past years, we welcome and value parent input as part of this process. Families of students entering grades 1–4 are invited to complete the Parent Input Survey by Friday, April 25. This is an opportunity to share any insights that might help us better understand your child’s needs—such as academic strengths, areas for growth, social dynamics, or significant family experiences.

Please note that requests for specific teachers will not be accommodated.

• Families of students entering 5th grade will receive a separate communication from The Skokie School regarding feedback.

• For incoming Kindergarten students, feedback will be collected later this year through a separate form for families who have completed registration. If you haven’t yet registered and would like to provide input, please complete your child’s registration with the district office as soon as possible.

Final classroom rosters will be shared with families in late August, as we continue to monitor enrollment, potential staffing changes, and other adjustments that may arise over the summer.

Thank you for your partnership in supporting a successful start to the new school year!

Hello 3rd and 4th grade families!. We are excited to announce that we will be offering a Spring Session for After School Sports.

Registration will open on Tuesday, March 11 and will close on Friday, April 18.

The activities will include Kinetic Wellness's favorite games and new exciting activities specific to this class. We will meet each group once a week after school for ten weeks. This class will run on Wednesday for 4th grade and Thursday for 3rd grade from 3:15-4:00 p.m. We look forward to another fun session!!

Spring Dates

4th Grade Dates:

4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4

3rd Grade Dates:

4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5

On April 8 from 6:00-8:00 p.m., a free community showing of the documentary Counted Out will be held in the Skokie Auditorium, followed by a brief facilitated discussion with participants. If you are interested in attending, please register here.

It’s time to order your 2024-25 Greeley Memory Book! Please use the link below. Order now through May 1. If you have any questions or problems, or if your child would like a book but the cost is a financial hardship, please email greeleymemorybook@gmail.com

School Hours:

8:20am | Morning supervision begins

8:30am | School Doors open

8:37am | School promptly begins

2:10pm | Extended day kindergarten dismissal (Monday-Friday)

2:45pm | Grades 1-4 & Stay and Play kindergarten dismissal (Mondays only)

3:15pm | Grades 1-4 & Stay and Play kindergarten dismissal (Tuesday-Friday)

Office Email: gordonschreiber@winnetka36.org

Location: 275 Fairview Avenue Winnetka, IL 60093
Phone: (847)-446-6060