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Parents/Guardians - What Is Your Opinion?
2025-2026 Student Device Take-Home Program Parent Survey
Zion Elementary School District 6 is seeking parent/guardian feedback on the potential plan to allow students to take their school-issued devices home daily during the 2025–2026 school year.
Your input is important as we explore ways to support learning both in and out of the classroom. This short survey will help us better understand your family's needs, concerns, and preferences regarding daily device use at home.
SURVEY CLOSES MAY 11, 2025.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we honored the educators whose passion, dedication, and tireless efforts shape the future of our world. Their commitment to nurturing young minds leaves an indelible mark, inspiring lifelong learning and fostering a brighter tomorrow for generations to come.
School-based celebrations took place daily throughout the week. In addition, district-wide, staff received a branded ZESD 6 cell phone holder and wireless charger as a token of appreciation along with a catered lunch.
Check Out This Week's Culture Card
May is Asian American & Pacific Island Heritage Month
In 1990, President George H.W. Bush expanded Asian American Week to a month, naming it Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. In 1992, he made May its official annual observance.
Get Ready for the 2025-2026 School Year
Register your child for school and schedule your vaccines and physicals now!
Register For the 2025-2026 School Year: https://www.zion6.org/district/registration
Locate Resources for Vaccines, Dental, Hearing and Vision: bit.ly/lchd-back2school
Honoring Our Retirees
Join us in celebrating this year’s retirees! Thank you for your years of dedication, care, and commitment to our students and schools. Your impact will be felt for generations.
Pictured left to right:
Branda Latz 33 years of service
Deanna Crawford 19 years of service
Yolanda Woodson 30 years of service
Julie Dobnikar 32 years of service
Cheryl Dorobek 35 years of service
You will be deeply missed, but your legacy will always remain a part of Zion Elementary School District 6.
FIne Arts Fest: Celebrating Student Creativity
Last week’s Fine Arts Fest celebrated the incredible creativity of our student artists across the district!
Students submitted artwork for display during our Fine Arts Fest event held at Christ Community Church. Our Art department teachers judged the entries and awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, place ribbons for select pieces at each grade level. In addition, using a rubric focused on artistic skill, composition, and complexity, Best of Show awards were given in each group: grades K–2, grades 3–5, and grades 6–8.
All participants received a Certificate of Participation, place winners earned a ribbon and Certificate of Achievement, and Best of Show recipients were awarded a full art kit.
We’re so proud of every student who shared their talent!
Board Members Honored for Their Service and Welcomed into a New Chapter
At this week’s Board of Education meeting, members took time to honor both beginnings and farewells. The Board warmly welcomed its newest member, Jacqueline San Diego, and expressed deep gratitude to outgoing members Wesley Walker and Latoya Barnes, who concluded their dedicated service. Each was presented with a plaque in appreciation of their leadership, commitment, and the countless lives they’ve touched.
Pictured above left to right:
Bob Surano, Netya Perez Rivera, Jacqueline San Diego, Margie Taylor, Latoya Barnes, Denies Lear, Ken Fielding.
"Thank you for being a true champion for kids."
We are grateful for the unwavering commitment of our board members who lead with heart and purpose.
Operation Dropbox
Donation Drive to Support Local Veterans
The Lake County Health Department along with community partners, is excited to launch Operation Dropbox. All supplies donated will directly support Lake County Veterans and Family Services and Veterans Path to Hope, local organizations whose purpose is to support local veterans in need in the areas of housing and employment assistance, transitional living, basic needs (food, furniture, household goods, etc.), peer support activities, caregiver training, and counseling.
The month-long drive will run from May 1 to May 31.
A dropbox is located at the Zion-Benton Public Library! For more information...
Dates To Remember
View our monthly calendar of events for all schools at:
May
Asian American & Pacific Island Heritage Month
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
Healthy Vision Month
May 14
ZCMS Discovery Night and Incoming Student Transition Night
4:00 p.m.
May 15
Beulah Park Transition to Kindergarten
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
West Is Best Night
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
May 19
School Board of Education Meeting
6:00 p.m.
May 22
Lakeview Spring Fling Family Fun Night
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Spotted at ZESD 6
- Kindergarteners, their families, and East staff came together for a lively evening of lights, music, and dancing to celebrate the joys of spring. The event created a fun and festive atmosphere where students, families, and staff had a chance to show off their best dance moves and make lasting memories together.
- Zion Central Middle School kicked off Friday morning, celebrating student success! Proud families gathered in the cafeteria to enjoy breakfast and cheer on the outstanding students who earned the second semester's Student of the Month honors. It was a joyful morning of recognition, laughter, and well-deserved applause!
- Second graders from surrounding schools visited Elmwood Elementary Thursday evening to learn the ins and outs of becoming a third grader. The family event was a wonderful opportunity to partake in school activities, explore the building, and meet the Elmwood staff.
Looking for Community Flyers and Events
ZIon Benton Public Library May Events
Children's Health and Safety Fair - free Teddy Bear's and Bike Helmets
Measles Awareness and Prevention
Back To School Immunization
Boost Before and After School Program
In-Home Tutoring
Jr. Zee Bee Youth Football
Adoption From Foster Care
Home Internet from $35/month