The Eagle’s Landing
April 30, 2023
Important Dates
May Important Dates
May 1st - 5th: PTA Staff Appreciation Week
May 1st - Tree Planting
May 2nd: 5th-grade Choir Music Show - 6:30 PM
May 3rd: AHSD25 Art Reception at AH Memorial Library - 6:00 PM
May 4th: 4th grade Field Trip to Chicago Art Institute
May 5th - Registration for Senior Walk opens
Hello Ivy Families,
Welcome to the last 5 weeks of the school year! This time tends to be the busiest of all so please be sure to keep up with all the events by reading The Eagle's Landing and following the emails and twitter feeds from your student's class teacher.
We want to thank everyone that came out to our MultiCultural Fair on Thursday night! We all enjoyed learning about the different countries represented by our students and their families! The delicious treats they served were an added bonus! Check out our D25 Instagram page for all the colorful photos!
If you have a chance to stop by the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, look for the D25 student artist gallery. Mrs. Lim has put together a great group of Ivy Hill artists - be sure to check it out this month!
As always - Stay safe, stay kind, and stay courageous!
Scott
Early Dismissal - Last Day of School
Summer will come just a few hours early this year. On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, students will be dismissed early.
- Middle School Students will dismiss at 1:30 pm.
- Early Childhood Students will dismiss at 2:15 pm.
- Elementary School Students will dismiss at 2:30 pm.
- CAP will begin at 2:30 pm.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the District Office (847) 758-4900.
PLEASE PUT A CHANGE OF CLOTHES IN YOUR CHILD'S BACKPACK!
The 2023-2024 School Calendar is available!
A NOTE FROM OUR NURSE, MRS. HEIN
This is a reminder that our students are not allowed to carry medications in their backpacks unless it has been cleared by Mrs. Hein. Please do not give your students any medications to take during the day - this includes cough drops and aspirin.
If you have a student currently in Kindergarten or 2nd grade and have not given a Dental exam to our nurse, please get one in as soon as you can. The deadline for Dental paperwork is MONDAY, MAY 15TH!
AHSD25 Art Show at the AH Memorial Library - May 1 - 31
Ivy Hill's Senior Walk
"FAMILY FUN RUN FRIDAYS" April 14th - May 19th
Running Club is back for spring -- in a new format!
Tie your laces, parents, and join us at 5 pm on Friday afternoons in April and May for a family neighborhood loop! All ages are welcome. We will meet on the blacktop at Ivy, weather permitting, and families can run at their own pace through a neighborhood loop.
Do you have tiny kindergartners with short legs? Just run the field or a short loop around the school! Are you bringing 5th graders who want to do cross country at Thomas? Challenge your neighbors to a long-distance race through the neighborhood! You set the pace, you set the distance! All abilities are welcome!
Families are encouraged to represent Ivy Hill at the District 25 Family Foundation GetBurbed race on Saturday, April 15th! 1 mile and 5k options available. Plus, cheer for our own Ivy Eagle in the mascot race!! If interested, please register at https://abc25challenge.org/registration/ You do NOT need to participate in this race to join the Running Club! Totally optional. (But very fun!)
Please note: This is NOT a drop-off event. There is no adult supervision for unattended children. You are responsible for your children’s safety. If your children run at different paces, you might even want to bring TWO adults! Be sure to bring lots of water, and dress for the weather! Get ready to have a lot of fresh air and FUN!
Questions? Email Jennifer.marie.underwood@gmail.com
Sponsored by the Ivy Hill PTA
Ivy Hill Spirit Day
Only ONE spirit day left - don't miss it!!
Friday, June 2 - Tie Dye Day
Something NEW for our Ivy Families - The Ivy Hill Digital Bulletin Board
D25 Parent Academy
The goal of The Parent Academy is to provide learning opportunities for parents to better understand ways to support their students’ academic success and personal well-being. We welcome parents and families to engage in various activities and events to explore topics related to mental health, well-being, equity and inclusion, and academics. Please visit the website (www.sd25.org/ParentAcademy) for archived newsletters, further resources and information, or to submit an idea/topic for the next Parent Academy newsletter.
Pre Registration for Kindergarten 2023-2024 is Open
RULER Lessons
Our SEL program, RULER, teaches students how to regulate emotions- even in the hardest of times. One important tool we teach is called the Meta-Moment.
What is the Meta-Moment?
Most of us have had the experience of “losing our cool” and regretting it later. For example, your daughter is whining, the milk spills, and you’re late for work. You raise your voice at her and she dissolves into tears. Later, you wish you had handled the situation differently. Even in the most trying moments, our behavior does not have to be automatic and reactive. The Meta-Moment is a process that allows us to prolong the time from when we are triggered to when we respond. And, taking Meta-Moments keeps us aligned with our values over time. With practice, our responses can be more deliberate and skillful. Even when our emotions are really “hot,” we can take a Meta-Moment, pause, call to mind our ‘best self’ and choose a helpful strategy. Practicing Meta-Moments over time requires intentionality and effort…and, it’s worth the extra effort to feel proud of the actions we choose even in the most challenging moments.
Meta-Moment Poster (for adults and older students)
GOING ON VACATION? DOCTOR APPOINTMENT? OVERSLEPT? THE OFFICE NEEDS TO KNOW!!
CHOOSE ONE
1. ABSENCE HOT LINE: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days each week!
Dial the main office number 847-398-4275 and Press 1 for attendance
2. ONLINE ABSENCE FORM: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days each week!
Click here for the link
BREAKFAST & LUNCH QUESTIONS
Ivy Hill is lucky to have Mrs. Khan and Mrs. Moncada back this year to serve breakfast and lunch to all of our students!
Breakfast will be served at 8:45 each morning - the cost is $1.75. If your child rides the bus, have them come directly to the commons when they arrive at school.
Lunch schedules change each week - beginning on Monday, 8/29, we will be on Schedule B. Click here for the menu. The cost for lunch is $3.25.
The easiest way to pay for breakfast and lunch to set up an account at MyMealTime.com. Call the office for your child's student ID number. You can also send cash. Please put the cash in an envelope with your child's name on it.
Download the Choosi app to help manage your child's account.
We’d love to hear from you!
Email: Skaese@sd25.org
Website: SD25.org/Ivyhill
Location: 2211 North Burke Drive, Arlington Heights, IL, USA
Phone: (847) 398-4275
Twitter: @PrincipalKaese