Fremont Focus

Mathematics is an important content area, serving as a gateway to many fields, ranging from science and technology to finance and business. It not only helps solve everyday problems but also plays a crucial role in shaping critical thinking skills. FSD79 recently reviewed PreK-8 math instruction and made shifts aligned with evidence-based practices. We are encouraged by what we are observing in our classrooms!

• Students are more engaged in their math learning experience, with more problem-based learning opportunities
• There is increased collaboration among learners
  

• Students are involved in hands-on, engaging, and rigorous tasks

• Students listen to, respond to, and value each other’s thinking
  

• There is evidence of increased depth of understanding

• Revised course pathways are more flexible, allowing bridge opportunities for students are ready for more challenge

• Student performance continues to climb toward pre-pandemic growth levels

Our commitment to providing quality math instruction is represented in the District's Strategic Plan.

This Friday, January 19, in collaboration with the Fremont PTO, we are inviting all our families to join us for Fremont Family Math Night at the Intermediate School. From 6:00-8:00 p.m., students in grades K-8 will be able to participate in fun math games and activities hosted by Mathnasium of Wauconda with the chance to win prizes. Meanwhile, from 6:00-7:00 p.m., we invite parents to join us for a Parent University presentation from District leaders who will discuss our new K-5 math resource, Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics, as well as other District efforts related to math instruction. We'll also provide tips for parents on how they can help their students with math at home. See the flyer below for more information.

We sincerely hope you will plan on joining us for this event for the whole family as we continue our commitment to helping our students reach their potential. An RSVP is not required, but it is appreciated so we may plan for resources to support the event.

Please read the following newsletter for detailed information, but here is a summary of key dates for quick access:

• January 17 - Early Release Schedule (MS dismissed at 2:13 p.m.; ES/IS dismissed at 3:08 p.m.)
• January 17 - PTO Meeting, 6:00 p.m. (Middle School Media Center)
• January 19 - Fremont Family Math Night & Parent University, 6:00 p.m. (Intermediate School)
• January 24 - Early Release Schedule (MS dismissed at 2:13 p.m.; ES/IS dismissed at 3:08 p.m.)
• January 29 - Board of Education meeting (live stream), 7:00 p.m. (Middle School Media Center)
• January 31 - Early Release Schedule (MS dismissed at 2:13 p.m.; ES/IS dismissed at 3:08 p.m.)
• February 1 - Multicultural Family Night, 6:30 p.m. (Elementary School)

The next meeting of the Fremont School District 79 Board of Education will be held Monday, January 29 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fremont Middle School Media Center. The meeting will include the following presentations:

• Jr. Hope Squad
• Talent Recruitment & Retention Strategic Goal Update

A live video stream of the meeting will be available via the District’s YouTube page. The stream will go live shortly before the start of the meeting. Recaps of previous Board meetings can be found here. The Board meeting agenda and materials can be accessed here. Board materials are available by noon on January 29.

Fremont is committed to fostering inclusion throughout our community. Over the coming weeks and months, we look forward to sharing information on ways in which we strive to make sure that all are welcome and feel included.

• Fourty-three different languages are spoken in the homes of FSD79 students.
• After English, the most common languages spoken are Spanish, Russian, and Polish.
• We are committed to regularly communicating with our families to make sure that everyone is properly informed.
• The District's website (fsd79.org) offers the opportunity to translate the site into Spanish, Russian, Polish, and Ukrainian. It can be translated into other languages in the Google Chrome browser by clicking on the three dots icon in the upper right-hand corner and selecting "Translate..."

This past fall, FSD79 engaged various stakeholders and created a Transportation Task Force to address the efficiencies and safety of our bus routes. The task force was comprised of parents, bus drivers, and administrators. The primary goal of the task force was to draft recommendations to streamline transportation routes, reduce unnecessary stops, and improve the overall efficiency and safety of our bus routes. The task forces examined the impact of door-to-door stops and the utilization of cul-de-sacs during student pick-up and drop-off. From our meetings, the task force developed a recommendation for new guidelines to use as routes are developed. A final recommendation for the new guidelines will be presented to the Board of Education at the January 29, 2024 meeting.

As winter weather intensifies, we wanted to remind families about the importance of students arriving and waiting at their designated bus stop at the assigned pick-up time. Our bus routes are designed on a tight schedule to ensure our students arrive at school on time so they can start their day of learning. Thank you for your cooperation as we strive to keep our school bus arrivals on time.

FSD79 has immediate openings for the following positions:

District Office

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Fremont Intermediate School
Social Worker (Long Term Substitute)
Reading Specialist
Lunchroom Supervisor (Substitute)

Fremont Middle School
English Language Learner Paraprofessional (Spanish)

Transportation
Bus Driver

The following job postings are for the 2024-2025 school year:

District Office
Instructional Coach
Behavioral Coach
Director of Buildings, Grounds, and Safety

Fremont Elementary School
Special Education Teacher (Resource)

Fremont Middle School
Social Worker
Special Education Teacher (Resource)

To learn more or for a complete listing of all current job openings throughout the District, please click here.

Fremont Elementary School second-graders recently participated in a project in which they research one country of origin of their family. The students compile all sorts of fun facts about the country, as well as providing a recipe from that country that they share during their presentation to friends, family, and other guests. The students did a tremendous job!

Congratulations to our Fremont Middle School 7th and 8th grade boys basketball teams on recently capturing conference tournament titles!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

The Fremont PTO would love to see you at our meetings this year! Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month in the Middle School DEN at 6:00 p.m. Our next meeting is on January 17. Here is the list of all meeting dates for the 2023-2024 school year.

To stay in the know of what Fremont PTO is up to, follow and tag us on social media:

Instagram: @fremontpto

Facebook: Fremont PTO

We are excited to share that we have listened to feedback from parents and will now be providing childcare services for children ages 3+ at ALL of our upcoming PTO meetings. Please use the form below to let us know if you will be bringing a child to the meeting. It is not required to RSVP; however, we ask that you please do so if you plan to take advantage of childcare. Care will be provided by Fremont Middle School students for individuals ages 3 and up.

RSVP Form for childcare: https://forms.gle/ceerdTKn7Pa51mVt7

To stay in the know of what Fremont PTO is up to, follow and tag us on social media:

Instagram: @fremontpto
Facebook: Fremont PTO

VALENTINE’S DAY CLASS PARTY HOST SIGN UP

Sign up now to volunteer to be a Party Host at the Valentine’s Day class parties! Valentine’s Day parties will be held on Friday, February 16. Party Times are as follows: Kindergarten Classes: Goldman, Hay, Hoehne, & Kastein 10:30-11:15 AM; Kindergarten Classes: Eddy, Lindley, Martinelli, Perna, Sherman, & Van Reck and Grades 1st - 5th Grade 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM; Lincoln AM 10:45 - 11:15 AM; Lincoln PM 2:45 - 3:15 PM

Each class party is designated 3 Party Hosts. If more than 3 parents sign up for a classroom party, volunteers will be chosen at random. Please note: All remaining parents who have not been assigned to host a party will not be invited to attend the party.

The sign up will close on January 15. Volunteers that are chosen to be party hosts for the Valentine’s Day parties will be notified on January 17.

https://forms.gle/RWh6d3rwwuRQGU399

SWEETHEART DANCE
On Saturday, February 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. come enjoy a sweet evening of dancing with your special little someone (dads, granddads, uncles, or any other figure is welcome to escort). All ages are welcome to put on their best and pose with their adult for pictures. Refreshments will be available. Registration information coming soon!

YEARBOOK INFO
Order your student's 2023-2024 yearbook. Use the correct school code from our flyer when you order!

Please visit the PTO webpage for the most up-to-date information.

FSD79 offers local groups and organizations the opportunity to advertise their upcoming events in the Virtual Backpack. To submit your group's event for consideration, please submit a PDF flyer to publicrelations@fsd79.org. Current offerings include:

• Mundelein Baseball & Softball Association
  
• Mundelein Soccer Club
  
• Lake Co. Girls Wrestling Program
  
• MBSA Softball Clinics
  
• Heart of the City Soccer
  
• Stevenson HS Boys & Girls Lacrosse Clinics
  
• Stevenson HS Incoming Freshman Dance Placements
  
• Kirk Players Auditions - The Enchanted Bookshop

The next edition of the Fremont Focus will be distributed on Wednesday, January 31. This will be in addition to the weekly e-newsletters sent on Fridays from principals at the school level.

Address: 28855 North Fremont Center Road, Mundelein, IL

Phone: (847) 566-0169

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