ECC Weekly Newsletter 5/23/25

As we wrap up a joyful school year, I want to thank each of you for the support and partnership you've shown. Your children have grown in so many ways—socially, emotionally, and academically—and it's been our honor to be a part of their journey.

A special wish goes out to our students heading off to kindergarten—may your next chapter be filled with wonder, growth, and new friendships! We are so proud of you and know you’ll do amazing things.

Thank you for sharing your most precious little learners with us. We hope summer brings your family lots of play, exploration, and story time. Keep reading, keep wondering, and keep being curious!

We can't wait to welcome you back in the fall, ready for more adventures in learning!

With gratitude and warm wishes,

Dr. Sheryl Pauwels

Save the date for a sneak peek in August!!

In accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois School Code, physical examinations are required for all Huntley 158 students entering pre-school, Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grades, and for students transferring from out-of-state. Physicals are also required for students participating in interscholastic sports. The physical examination must include a record of all immunizations the child has received. For more information about health requirements and how to submit medical records, visit the Huntley 158 website.

Please check your email for the link to register for next school year (for all ECC students that are returning to ECC or going to kindergarten) Below is an example to show where it is coming from and the subject. If you don’t see it, please check your spam as well, if you did not receive this, please email studentupdate@district158.org and let them know.

EXAMPLE:

When: 4/11/2025 7:50 AM

From: noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com

To:

Subject: Returning Student Registration

Pics of our annual wave at buses and cars!

Click these links for activities to do with your child over the summer.

June Activity Board

July Activity Board

In accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois School Code, physical examinations are required for all Huntley 158 students entering pre-school, Kindergarten, 6th and 9th grades, and for students transferring from out-of-state. Physicals are also required for students participating in interscholastic sports. The physical examination must include a record of all immunizations the child has received. All completed health forms must be emailed or turned into the school health office before August 1.

For more information about health requirements and how to submit medical records, visit the Huntley 158 website.

Summer EBT 2025 (SUN Bucks) is a nutrition program authorized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help combat hunger by providing financial assistance to qualifying families so they can buy food for their school-aged children over the summer. Summer EBT for 2025 will provide a $120 annual benefit per child to eligible families via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) issued by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS).

Huntley 158 students who have participated in the free and reduced lunch program during the 2024-2025 school year automatically qualify for this benefit. The $120 benefit per child will be added to LINK cards for families who are part of the SNAP program; families who are NOT part of SNAP will receive a debit card in the mail.

IMPORTANT: If your child participates in the district’s free and reduced lunch program and your address has changed, please email studentupdate@district158.org as soon as possible and include your student’s name. For more information about Summer EBT, visit the Illinois Department for Human Services website.

The Huntley 158 Virtual Bulletin Board (VBB) connects families with enrichment and educational events and programs in the community. Visit the district’s VBB webpage to learn about what’s happening for students and families in the community! To submit a program or event flyer for inclusion, organizations must be not-for-profit or a taxing body based in Huntley 158 boundaries or a surrounding community.

Phone: 847-659-5400

Email: eccabsencegeneral@district158.org

Website: https://ecc.huntley158.org
Location: DOOR 4 Chesak Elementary School, Reed Road, Lake in the Hills, IL, USA

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/D158EarlyChildhoodCenter/