WOW! Things felt the closest they have to normal in over a year last week! It was pretty amazing to have so many students back onsite for even more time.
8th Graders---We Need You!!!
The PTA is looking for Class of 2021 t-shirt designs. If your 8th grader is interested in submitting a design for their class t-shirt, please email it to pta@foxlake114.org. Designs must be submitted by Friday, April 30th.
Meals and Materials
Remote students should still plan to pick up meals and materials each FRIDAY at Stanton (6-7:30AM) and/or Lotus (8-10AM).
21-22 Registration and Fees--Registration opens MONDAY 4/19/21
DIRECTIONS FOR REGISTRATION ARE ATTACHED TO THE DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS EMAIL.
We continue to plan for in person summer school that will be open to FAR more learners than usual and for a FULL REOPEN for the fall.
The Board approved the fees for 21-22 with no increases. You'll remember that NO fees were charged this year due to the craziness of the year. More information about the registration process coming soon. Fee information is as follows. If you are unable to pay fees, please complete the Fee Waiver Form and follow the directions as indicated.
Everyone who registers on or before June 30 will receive a $20/per child savings!
Calling New Kindergartners!!!!Speaking of next year...again...please see below for information on Kindergarten Round Up!!! Please pass this information along, and call Lotus at 847.973.4100 for more info!
Student Absences
1. When a family calls/emails to report a student absent due to illness, it is expected that the nurses follow up to get more information as needed to determine if any COVID procedures need to be put in place. This information needs to be shared with principals and me ASAP so we can then make plans and inform all applicable staff.
2. If a student is sick but NOT due to COVID or a potential COVID symptom, they are recorded as absent. Students in this situation do NOT get to access remote. Rather, they are sick and--just like in "normal" times--need to stay home to get well so they can return to school.
3. If a student is staying home by our decision due to COVID procedures, we let them know that students should join remote learning ASAP. However, this may take up to 24 hours for teachers/rosters to be adjusted. It is far more difficult to change from in person to remote in grades K-3 than 4-8, and teachers need more time to adjust for the shift.
4. Students may NOT "flex" to remote. In person students are expected to report in person to be counted in a day's attendance UNLESS we clear them to work remotely due to COVID procedures. If a student is absent from in person without an approved reason, they should be marked UNEXCUSED.
5. If a student we expect to be in person tries to join a class remotely, we will do our best to accommodate them, but staff has been directed to let the office know of the student joining. We will follow up since the student is expected to be at school if healthy or home recovering if ill.
Enchanted Backpack at Stanton!
Stanton School is preparing for a very special delivery on April 20 from the Enchanted Backpack Mobile Van Program. The non-profit organization was founded in 2017 to help fuel the minds and creativity of students and bring important resources to schools in a fun, magical way. With the help of Mr. Sefcik and 6th-grade teacher, Miss Serini, Stanton was selected to receive a delivery that includes a robust list of school supplies. Even more importantly, the delivery includes 1,500 quality books, recess equipment, art supplies, winter clothing, shoes, personal care items, games, incentive items, and more. All brand new! Enchanted Backpack believes that teachers have the power to positively impact the lives of their students and their families. They take pride in providing teachers with the resources they need to do what they do best--educate, engage, support, and inspire students. Stanton is very thankful for this wonderful opportunity. D114 believes that well-equipped students can learn better, help make our schools better, and build better futures for themselves.
Stanton Updates for Wednesdays
This year, the Wednesday schedule was designed to meet the needs of special populations, provide 1:1 and small group support for struggling students or those ready to do more, time for students to complete work or seek assistance from their teachers, time for iReady math minutes, collaborative team time, and necessary deep cleaning. Although we’ve faced challenges and uncertainties, our focus has and will always be to ensure that our students have the fundamental tools they need to think critically and meet the rigorous academic standards whether in school or in a fully remote setting.
Keeping that in mind, beginning Wednesday, April 21 we will add another layer of learning to our Wednesday schedule. Whether your child comes in-person or is remote, the school day will remain 8:30-1:30, but from 10:00-10:45 students will focus on one content area each week and from 12:15-1:00, students will meet again to discuss, receive feedback, and wrap up the content area lesson.
As parents/guardians, there is nothing you need to do except remind your child they are expected to be logged in and engaged in learning every Wednesday. Students will receive all the information and the Google classroom link for the content area lesson from their teacher.
While we continually work to provide new learning opportunities and adapt our best practices to these challenging times, our teachers are eager to begin these new lessons and look forward to a new level of learning for our students.
Thank you for your continued support as we execute District 114’s mission statement--to maximize and foster learning and growth for all through continuous improvement.
School Pictures
Picture Dates Confirmation and Important Information--Please watch your email for building-specific schedules now that we have kids back onsite 4 days per week!
Monday, May 3: Lotus in-person students (PreK-4)
Tuesday, May 4: Stanton in-person students (Grades 5-7)
Wednesday, May 5: All remote only students for both schools. By appointment at either school. (PreK-7)
Thursday, May 6: Stanton in-person students (Grades 5-7)
Friday, May 7: Lotus in-person students (PreK-4)--if pictures not taken on 5/3
Monday, May 17: 8th-grade promotion pictures for remote and in-person students.
- Weather permitting, all pictures are scheduled to be taken outside. (ED Clark will provide and set up tents) In the case of inclement weather, pictures will be moved inside.
- Masks must be worn until the photographer is ready to take the picture. Immediately after the picture is taken, masks must be put back on.
- Remote students can schedule an appointment at either school by using the links below.
- All picture orders must be preordered and paid for online with ED Clark Photography. No picture envelopes will be provided for PreK-7th grade. Follow this link to order and pay for pictures: http://edclarkschoolphoto.hhimagehost.com/2021FoxLakeSchoolDist
- 8th graders will have 2 pictures taken. One picture in a school appropriate outfit of their choice and one in their cap and gown. Students will receive their cap, gown, and ribbon the week of May 10. Students will receive picture proofs for ordering or orders can be placed online.
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Upcoming Key Dates
Tuesday, April 20--April Board of Education Meeting at 6PM (Hybrid Meeting)
Wednesday, April 28--Special Board of Education Meeting at 6PM--Board reorganization (Hybrid Meeting)
Wednesday, April 28--Kindergarten Roundup
If you haven't already done sone, please use this link to register for the COVID-19 Vaccine is: AllVax.lakecohealth.org. Even if you don't plan to get the vaccine in the near future, please register so you are included in the count.
Please do your part all the time to help bring the data down:
1. Wear your mask.
2. Wash your hands.
3. Watch your distance--stay 6 feet apart from others.
D114 Text-A-Tip
United Way
Ways to access:
*Call 211 from any phone.
*Text your zip code to 898211
*Access the database via web at https://211lakecounty.org/
You can reach us at District Office at 847-973-4028. Feel free to email me with questions, ideas, or concerns at heather.friziellie@foxlake114.org. We are here to help, so don't hesitate to reach out for assistance!
With commitment to our students and families,
Heather Friziellie, Superintendent
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