Bobcat Bulletin
November 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Bannes Community,
We are thrilled to announce that we have completed our first quarter of the school year, and it has been wonderful to see our students continuing to learn, grow, and achieve new milestones every day. Our Illinois School Report Card designation was released on October 30th, and we are pleased to share that our scores continue to show improvement thanks to the hard work of our students, staff, and families.
Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up soon, and we want to emphasize how essential these meetings are in supporting each child’s progress and success. Conferences provide a valuable opportunity for teachers and families to connect, discuss students’ accomplishments, and set goals for the coming months. We appreciate your partnership in helping each student reach their full potential.
We would also like to congratulate Bella in third grade, who won the Fire Prevention Contest! Bella will treated to an exciting ride to school on a fire truck! We would also like to congratulate Bea who won a raffle, and also had a ride to school on a fire truck —what an unforgettable experience!
Looking ahead, we warmly invite the veterans in our Bannes community to join us for our Veteran's Day assembly on November 7th at 9 AM. This is a special opportunity for us to honor and celebrate the veterans in our community and to show appreciation for their service.
Thank you for your continued support. We are grateful for all you do to build that home/school connection!
Sincerely,
Ms. Folliard
Principal, Bannes Elementary
Parent-Teacher Conference Appointment Sign-Up Links Available November 4 - 21
Parent-teacher conferences will be held in all KSD 140 elementary and middle schools on Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Both VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON conference time slots are available.
VIRTUAL Schedule - Monday, November 25 from 1 - 4 p.m.
IN-PERSON Schedule - Monday, November 25, from 5 - 8 p.m. and Tuesday, November 26 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Beginning Monday, November 4 at 9:00 a.m., appointment sign-up links for Parent-Teacher Conferences will be posted in ParentSquare and emailed to parents/guardians. These links will be open Monday, November 4, through Thursday, November 21.
For additional details, please refer to the Parent-Teacher Conference section of our website.
First-Quarter Report Card Available November 8, 2024
First-quarter student report cards will be available in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal on Friday, November 8, at 3 p.m. Please follow the steps outlined below.
How to Access Student Report Cards
Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Select Documents in your Message Center.
Click 24-25 School Name under Report Card, and a pop-up window displaying your student’s report card will open in a new browser. If you cannot view your student’s report card, please ensure pop-up windows are enabled in your web browser.
Parent-Teacher Conferences and Fall Break - November 25 - 29
Parent-teacher conferences are Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26. These one-to-one meetings are a great way to ask questions and review your student's academic, social, and behavioral progress in school.
VIRTUAL Schedule - Monday, November 25 from 1 - 4 p.m.
IN-PERSON Schedule - Monday, November 25, from 5 - 8 p.m. and Tuesday, November 26 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
During our Fall Break, there is NO SCHOOL Monday, November 25 through Friday, November 29. School resumes on Monday, December 2.
Remembering Cathy & Alison Toy Collection - November 7 through December 19
The 21st annual Remembering Cathy & Alison Toy Drive runs Thursday, November 7, through Thursday, December 19. Please consider donating toys, small gifts, or gift certificates to benefit the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation, which supports kids and teens fighting cancer.
Donations can be dropped off at any KSD 140 school from November 7 through December 19. For questions or more information, please contact Patti Rose at 708-712-5507 or pattirose17030@gmail.com
A Message from our Bannes PTO
Hello!
We hope you all enjoyed the Monster Mash! Thanks for making it a huge success.
PTO shout-outs to our amazing raffle winners! 🎉
A big congratulations to Jenna for winning the book and dessert prize! Enjoy your outdoor adventure at Lake Katherine! 🛶
A huge shout-out to Reilly for winning the Monster Mash raffle! Enjoy zipping around on your new electric scooter! 🛴
Here is what’s coming up in November.Take note of the PTO meeting date. We’d love to see you there.
4 Spiritwear Online Holiday 25% off sale and free shipping over $75 - Ends 12/10. Click here.
5 No School - Election Day
6 Retro Skate Order Forms due - Click here for more info and forms.
8 Retro Skate Night 5-8pm
13 PTO Meeting 7pm
18 Birthday Treat Delivery
22 Half-Day - Fall Break Begins
25-26 Parent/Teacher Conferences
25-29 Fall Break - No School
Save the date! Winterfest December 13th and Hockey Night with the Chicago Wolves February 22nd. Info and ticket info coming soon!
Volunteer opportunities
Can you help with Hot Lunch? Sign up here!
Health & Wellness
D140 prioritizes comprehensive strategies to support students' mental, emotional, and physical health. Please click Health Information to review our resources. Together, we can create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.
Bannes Elementary School
16835 S. Odell Avenue, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Phone: 708-532-6466
Website: ksd140.org/bannes