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As we approach the last week of school before our winter break, we would like to thank our students, staff, parents, and members of our school community for all the hard work and dedication thus far.

Please take time to relax and spend quality time with family during the break. We look forward to seeing everyone back in January with classes resuming on January 8th.

Please see the following newsletter for important information.

Monday, December 18 - Friday, December 22: WINTER SPIRIT WEEK

Wednesday, December 20: Winter Holiday Show (see flyer below for more information)

Thursday, December 21: PTO "Photos with Santa" Fundraiser (see flyer below for more information)

Friday, December 22: Early Release Day (Dismissal at 1:50PM)

Monday, December 25 - Friday, January 5: Winter Break

Monday, January 8: Classes Resume

All meetings are scheduled for 7pm on the second Wednesday of the month.

JOIN US!

January 10, 2024

Walker Elementary School (Walker Spotlight)

February 14, 2024

HMS/Graves Multi-Purpose Room

March 13, 2024

Wharton 5th Grade Center (Wharton Spotlight)

April 10, 2024

Admin Center

May 8, 2024

HMS/Graves Multi-Purpose Room (Graves Spotlight)

June 12, 2024

Admin Center

Classrooms will be having classroom celebrations on Friday, December 22nd.

Please reach out to your child's classroom teacher for more information.

*Reminder, if you do not want your child to participate in any of the holiday activities reach out to your child's teacher to let them know.

Order forms were sent home with students two weeks ago.

If you have any questions or need another form, please call the Graves office.

Get ready to unleash your inner hero and paint our school with kindness! It's Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Revolution time!

RAK are like secret missions – spreading smiles with simple, unexpected gestures. Think holding a door open, offering a helping hand, or leaving a cheery note on a friend's desk.

Here's how you can join the mission:

• Plan your operation: Brainstorm family RAK ideas for home, school, or even the neighborhood! Remember, even the smallest act can make a giant difference.
• Go undercover: Challenge your child to complete one RAK each day. Track their good deeds on a special chart or create a "Kindness Jar" to fill with good vibes.
• Spread the love: Bake treats to share, leave positive sidewalk messages, or help a neighbor carry groceries. Let's make kindness contagious!

Every act of kindness, no matter how small, has the power to change the world, one smile at a time. So, let's show our community that our school is overflowing with kindness!

Together, we can make our school a kinder place, one Random Act of Kindness at a time!

We are so close to Holiday break! Tis' the season to beat sickness!

• The health office continues to see many students with complaints of sore throat, coughs and runny noses! Most physician diagnostic communication has been "viral" illness.
• Hand washing is the single most important way to prevent the spread of viruses and communicable diseases. Use soap, warm water and disposable paper towels and wash your hands frequently.
  

• Cover coughs and sneezes and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread easily this way!

• Improve air quality with air purifiers or open windows for fresh air! Well-ventilated rooms help reduce the numbers of airborne germs inside.
• “Once a week, take a peek” Please check your child’s hair weekly to prevent a lice outbreak in your home. The fall brought an increase in cases of lice.
  
• Do your best to eat well, get adequate sleep, and exercise habits to stay healthy this holiday season!
• Dental days will be February 20th and 21st . Please return forms or sign up using the link/QR code below before winter break!

Nurse Anita, Nurse Tina & Ms. Oli

See the below the state mandated requirements for each grade level:

Preschool

History/Physical/Immunizations Form & Lead Screening

Kindergarten

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

Second Grade

Dental Examination Form

New to District

History/Physical/Immunizations Form

Dental Examination Form

Vision Examination Form

Signing up for free dental services at school is as easy! Click the link, create an account, provide your child’s information on the fillable form & sign using DocuSign.

You are able to save a copy of the signed form too. https://na4.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=9014ef60-41ba-4e93bbbc848c65309116&env=na4&acct=eca59414-4d1f-4217-8c33-72fb4ff1f87c&v=2

Español: Registrarse para servicios dentales (gratis) en la escuela es tan facil! Haz clic en el enlace, crea una cuenta, introduzca la información de su hijo en el formulario, y firme usando DocuSign. Tambien puede guardar una copia del formulario firmado.

https://na4.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=bdcb0f05-3d91-4b5c-af4f9123f4f4b5e9&env=na4&acct=eca59414-4d1f-4217-8c33-72fb4ff1f87c&v=2

Per Illinois State Guidelines

- if the REAL FEEL is 32 degrees or higher, students will have OUTDOOR RECESS.

- if the REAL FEEL is 31 degrees or lower, students will have INDOOR RECESS.

Please remember that it is important for students to arrive to school on time.

If your child is TARDY please go with your child to door #14 to sign a tardy slip.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

Dismissal 2:50p.m.

Wednesdays (Late Start)

Entrance 8:50a.m.

Dismissal 2:50p.m.

Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade: Door #2

3rd and 4th Grade: Door #3

For student safety, no students should be outside on the school grounds before

7:30AM (M,T,TH,F) 8:30AM (W)

Office Hours

7:30a.m. - 4:00p.m Monday - Friday

(708) 458-7260

Treats & Snacks Policy

We ask that parents do not send in birthday treats for students to distribute. Please read below, as taken from the 2023-2024 District 104 Handbook:

Treats & Snacks [K-5] 1.80 Due to health concerns and scheduling, no birthday treats are allowed. Treats will be limited to certain school-wide celebrations.

We have noticed that a few of our students have not been eating the school lunch as they do not like what is being served.

Please review this months lunch menu with your child.

Congrats to our Winter Door decoration contest winners!

PreK – Room 22 Mrs. Palafox & Ms. Del Cid

Kindergarten – Room 27 Mrs. Torres & Ms. Rodriguez

1st Grade – Room 12 Ms. Ozuna and Ms. Valdovinos

2nd Grade – Room 14 Mrs. Garcia

3rd Grade – Room 6 Mr. Ortiz

4th Grade – Room 5 Mrs. Hernandez

5th Grade – Room 12A Ms. Acosta

Specials - STEAM Lab Ms. Smith

Please remember that the previous information is for students in grades Kindergarten-5th only.

For more information about our PreK program please contact the

Pre-School Director, Kathleen Dunn at 708-546-7151 or at kdunn@sd104.us