D114 Family Update: D114 Weekly Family Updates--Week of 2/17/25

Hello, D114 families! At Friday's Institute Day, we introduced new, updated school safety language that is:

*Clearer

*Recommended by local law enforcement

*In alignment with Grant High School and its other foundational districts.

While some details of our plans we cannot share to ensure student and staff safety, I did want to share the updated language with you:

Also, find attached to this week's Update email a family handout with additional information.

BIG Tuesday Events for Stanton

Two big things are happening for Stanton at Tuesday's Board meeting (which is AT STANTON)!

First...

We will also be making our recommendation for the new Stanton principal! They will be there to meet everyone, too!!!! I will share more information after the meeting!

Stanton Safety Event for Students

We are excited to inform you that on Tuesday February 18th, we will be hosting a special K-9 demonstration at Stanton as part of our ongoing efforts to promote safety and awareness within our community. Sergeant Jon Finze from the Wauconda Police Department, along with his K-9 partner, Badger, will be visiting to showcase the important role K-9 units play in assisting to keep our community safe.

This demonstration is part of our continued partnership with the Wauconda and Fox Lake Police Departments. We are committed to working with both departments throughout the foreseeable future to enhance safety and security for our students and staff.

The demonstration will give students a firsthand look at how K-9s assist law enforcement in various tasks, including detection and search operations. This will be a fun and educational experience, and we encourage you to talk with your child about the positive impact these animals have on public safety.

Please note that the demonstration will take place in a controlled environment to ensure the safety and comfort of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support!

Clayton Walker
Stanton Safety Coordinator
847-973-4206 - Office
847-532-2353 - Cell

Calling Incoming Kindergartners!

Calendar Change

Just making sure everyone knows...we will now be IN SESSION on Monday, March 3! Since we needed to close on Tuesday, we will now be open for Casimir Pulaski Day. Moving forward, we'll do our best to send home devices and plan for remote learning when there's the possibility of a snow/cold closure.

Dress for the Weather!

We will go outside as long as it's safe to do so, so please send students dressed for the weather each day. If you need assistance getting winter clothing, please just reach out to your child's teacher and they will let us know so we can get you what you need! One team...all in!

Attendance Matters!!!!

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! Our attendance and absences are submitted to the state and factor into our school status. More importantly, a day missed is a day of lost learning!

THIS SATURDAY! The annual Family Fun Fair will be this Saturday, February 22nd from 11am to 3pm in the Lotus gym! Admission is FREE!! Join us for:

Carnival-themed food!
Inflatable obstacle course!
Exciting games!
Face Painting!
Get your picture taken in the Library!
Visit the book fair in the Library!

Mark your calendars for our next PTA meeting! It will be on Monday, March 10th at 6:00 pm in the Lotus library!

Can't join in person? Join us on Google Meets!

Don't forget to join our Facebook group to see the meeting highlights and more, and while you're at it, join the PTA here! Membership dues are only $6 for the whole year!

YOUR PTA Board

Key 2024-25 Dates

February 22
Family Fun Fair (Lotus)

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

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