D114 Family Update: D114 Weekly Family Updates 9/3/24

I hope you enjoyed the GORGEOUS weather during the long weekend!

Please note:

IF YOUR CHILD TESTS POSITIVE FOR COVID...

Please alert the school office so we may inform the nurse.

Students are expected to return to school as soon as they meet the following criteria:

• Free of fever for at least 24 hours (without medication)

• Free of vomiting and or diarrhea for at least 24 hours.

Students are STRONGLY encouraged to wear a mask when returning to school to prevent the spread of illness to others.
Masks are available in the office for all staff who wish to wear one.

Please contact Heather Friziellie, Superintendent of Schools (heather.friziellie@foxlake114.org), if you have any questions!

Therapy Dogs

We will be welcoming school therapy dogs as part of the school community at both Lotus and Stanton. Students may be in contact with Otis and/or Tobias (Lotus) and Oakley (Stanton), throughout the school year, under the supervision of our staff. Our therapy dogs are certified, have received all necessary vaccinations, and will be working in our school to help improve the lives of our students academically and emotionally.

Therapy dogs provide many benefits. They help children learn compassion, empathy, responsibility, respect and self-discipline. They offer comfort and studies have shown that even short amounts of time with a dog can decrease levels of anxiety and increase emotional security.

If you DO NOT want your child/children to interact with therapy dogs or if you have any questions, please email or call Heather Friziellie (Superintendents of Schools) at heather.friziellie@foxlake114.org.

Student Vaccinations and Physicals

Vaccination and physical requirements are detailed at this link.

Please use this resource if it can be helpful:

2024-25 Calendar

Please click here to see the calendar the school year. Yes, we will be in session for Veterans Day, and we plan to honor and celebrate Veterans as a part of the school day! 💓

Attendance Matters!!!!

I want to thank you for making sure your children are getting to school. Our attendance rates continue to improve, and that's because of our partnership. PLEASE keep making sure your children come to school unless they are truly sick . If you need any help in getting your child to school, please reach out so we can help!

Start the new school year off right by joining the PTA!

Join the PTA this school year and make a difference in our children's education! By getting involved, you’ll help create a supportive community, enhance school programs, and ensure our kids have the best opportunities to thrive. Your voice matters—let’s work together to make this year amazing!

The first PTA meeting of the year will be Thursday, September 12th at 6:00pm in the Lotus Library.

Become a member here! Dues are just $6 for the year!

Keep up to date on everything the PTA is up to by joining our Facebook group here!

Key 2024-25 Dates

April 22
Day of Service
We'll be forming a committee of parents and staff to plan this event for the SPRING of 2025

October 21-25 Book Fair

Family Reading Night (Lotus)
October 23

Santa's Breakfast and Stanton Book Fair--TBD

February 22
Family Fun Fair (Lotus)

May 2
Rocket Launch (Stanton)
Possible Star Wars Theme
Rain date May 9