Sunday, September 14, 2025

D114 Weekly Family Updates 9/15/25

     

THANK YOU to everyone who came to McTeacher Night at Fox Lake McDonald's last week! We appreciate your support and hope you had a fun time! 🍔





STANTON BAND--OPEN TO ALL!!!!



ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 
We have updated our procedures when students are frequently absent. It's our goal to support students and families in getting to school EACH DAY!
Why does this matter?




Here's what our support will look like...






Good morning, District 114!

Thank you to all who were able to join us for our first PTA meeting last Monday. We got to meet some new members, adopted our budget for the year, heard about what's happening at both schools, and talked about some of our upcoming PTA events! See our meeting highlights here!!

We had a terrific turnout at our first Eat Out to Help Out of the year at McDonald's last Tuesday! Thank you to everyone who was able to make it out and see lots of teachers and our principals handing out orders, encouraging folks to say they're with the PTA, and selling pies! A special shout-out goes out to Ms. Kelly Roland, Principal Tom Cardamone, Ms. Adalia Tate, and one of our PTA kiddos, Bentley Scroggins, for dressing up as a McDonald's Apple Pie!! What a fun night!!

We currently have 66 members, including 37 teachers and staff, and 29 parents/guardians. Help us meet our membership goal of 90+ members this school year!! Here's what you need to know:
  • Dues are $10 for the whole year! That's less than a dollar a month!
  • You'll receive a District 114 PTA Calendar featuring student artwork
  • Join here today!
  • Join the PTA and help enrich your child's educational experience this year!

Mark your calendars! We have some exciting things happening in the next few weeks:
  • October PTA Meeting
    • Monday, October 6th at 6:00 pm (usually ends by 7:00 pm)
    • Lotus Library or join us on Google Meets!
  • Fall Book Fair at Lotus
    • October 20th through October 24th
    • Setup will be on October 17th
    • Sign-up information will be sent out soon!
  • Family Reading Night
    • Wednesday, October 22nd
    • Held at Lotus
    • More details to come!
  • Stanton Halloween Dance
    • Friday, October 24th
    • 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
    • Open to 5th through 8th graders
    • $5 admission
    • Admission includes entrance, a slice of pizza, lemonade, and popcorn
Make sure to join our Facebook Group Page

Have a great week!
YOUR PTA Board







THIS WEEK
Sept. 16--Board of Education Meeting at Lotus--7PM or on Google Meet

Looking Ahead...
October 10--Institute Day--NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
October 13--District Closed for Columbus Day

Watch here for community opportunities for our students and families! 



Want to DANCE?














If you or your student are in a crisis, please call the following numbers as applicable:


For a Life Threatening EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1


988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text 9-8-8 or chat 988.lifeline.org provides 24/7, free and confidential support 


CRISIS TEXT LINE:  text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States anytime. A live trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds.


The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 provides crisis support services to LGBTQ youth.


Non-Emergency Community Help Line 2-1-1




               


D114 is a special place to be! Thank you for your partnership with us!

Sunday, September 7, 2025

D114 Weekly Family Updates 9/8/25

    

TONIGHT is our PTA meeting of the year! Join us at Lotus at 6PM to hear about all the great things happening and to find YOUR way to be involved! All are welcome!!!! 





STANTON BAND--OPEN TO ALL!!!!



ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 
We have updated our procedures when students are frequently absent. It's our goal to support students and families in getting to school EACH DAY!
Why does this matter?




Here's what our support will look like...






Good morning, District 114!

Join us TONIGHT for our first PTA meeting of the year!
  • When: September 8th, 6:00 pm 
  • WhereLotus Library or join us on Google Meets!
Then, join us on Tuesday for the first Eat Out to Help Out of the school year!!
  • When: Tuesday, September 9th, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  • Where: McDonald's in Fox Lake
  • What to know:
    • Come see your favorite teachers work at McDonald's for the evening!
    • Make sure to say "I'm here with D114!" 20% of food purchases will be donated to the PTA!
    • Be sure to bring cash for Apple Pies! 100% of apple pie donations go to the PTA!
Help us meet our membership goal of 90+ members this school year!! Here's what you need to know:
  • Dues are $10 for the whole year! That's less than a dollar a month!
  • You'll receive a District 114 PTA Calendar featuring student artwork
  • Join here today!
Join the PTA and help enrich your child's educational experience this year!

Make sure to join our Facebook Group Page

Have a great week!

YOUR PTA Board







THIS WEEK
Monday--
PTA Meeting--6PM at Lotus

Tuesday--
PTA Eat Out to Help Out--Fox Lake McDonald's from 4-7

Looking Ahead...
Sept. 16--Board of Education Meeting at Lotus--7PM or on Google Meet
October 10--Institute Day--NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
October 13--District Closed for Columbus Day

Watch here for community opportunities for our students and families! 


Share YOUR Voice!










Want to DANCE?





Stanton After-School Basketball Training – Registration Open!
Stanton students in grades 5–8 are invited to join 606 Academy’s Wednesday basketball training program. Students will learn basketball fundamentals, participate in drills and scrimmages, and build confidence while staying active.

  • Early Release Wednesdays at Stanton School

  • Half-Day: 1:30–3:05 PM | Full-Day: 1:30–4:00 PM

  • Registration closes September 3rd

  • Minimum enrollment required (if not met, program moves to Lotus Elementary)

Register here: 606academy.com/606atStanton
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256



Lotus Pre-K After-School Program – Registration Open!
Lotus Pre-K families are invited to join our after-school enrichment program held at Lake Front Park. Transportation from Lotus School is provided. Kids will enjoy games, sports, and activities that build teamwork, coordination, and confidence—all while having fun!

  • Open to Lotus Pre-K students only

  • Flexible payment plans available

  • Registration deadline: September 1st

Learn more and register here: 606academy.com/606LotusPreK
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256.















If you or your student are in a crisis, please call the following numbers as applicable:


For a Life Threatening EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1


988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text 9-8-8 or chat 988.lifeline.org provides 24/7, free and confidential support 


CRISIS TEXT LINE:  text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States anytime. A live trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds.


The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 provides crisis support services to LGBTQ youth.


Non-Emergency Community Help Line 2-1-1




               


D114 is a special place to be! Thank you for your partnership with us!

Monday, September 1, 2025

D114 Weekly Family Updates 9/2/25

  

We're sure glad to have everyone back at school!!!! It's been a GREAT start, and we are so very grateful for our students, families, and staff. D114 is a great place to be! 




STANTON BAND--OPEN TO ALL!!!!



ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 
We have updated our procedures when students are frequently absent. It's our goal to support students and families in getting to school EACH DAY!
Why does this matter?




Here's what our support will look like...






Good morning, District 114!

We hope everyone enjoyed their Labor Day weekend!

Help us meet our membership goal of 90+ members this school year!! Here's what you need to know:
  • Dues are $10 for the whole year! That's less than a dollar a month!
  • You'll receive a District 114 PTA Calendar featuring student artwork
  • The first 50 members to sign up will be entered into a raffle to win $100 in Scholastic Dollars for your child's classroom teacher!
  • Join here today!
Join the PTA and help enrich your child's educational experience this year!

Mark your calendars! We have some exciting things happening in the next few weeks:
  • First PTA Meeting of the year!
    • Monday, September 8th at 6:00 pm
    • Lotus Library or join us on Google Meets!
  • First Eat Out to Help Out Event: McTeacher Night
    • Tuesday, September 9th, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    • McDonald's in Fox Lake
    • Come see your favorite teachers work at McDonald's for the evening!
    • Make sure to say "I'm here with D114!" 20% of food purchases will be donated to the PTA!
    • Be sure to bring cash for Apple Pies! 100% of apple pie donations go to the PTA!
Make sure to join our Facebook Group Page

Have a great week!

YOUR PTA Board








Watch here for community opportunities for our students and families! 


Want to DANCE?





Stanton After-School Basketball Training – Registration Open!
Stanton students in grades 5–8 are invited to join 606 Academy’s Wednesday basketball training program. Students will learn basketball fundamentals, participate in drills and scrimmages, and build confidence while staying active.

  • Early Release Wednesdays at Stanton School

  • Half-Day: 1:30–3:05 PM | Full-Day: 1:30–4:00 PM

  • Registration closes September 3rd

  • Minimum enrollment required (if not met, program moves to Lotus Elementary)

Register here: 606academy.com/606atStanton
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256



Lotus Pre-K After-School Program – Registration Open!
Lotus Pre-K families are invited to join our after-school enrichment program held at Lake Front Park. Transportation from Lotus School is provided. Kids will enjoy games, sports, and activities that build teamwork, coordination, and confidence—all while having fun!

  • Open to Lotus Pre-K students only

  • Flexible payment plans available

  • Registration deadline: September 1st

Learn more and register here: 606academy.com/606LotusPreK
Questions? Contact greg@606Academy.com or text/call (312) 662-8256.















If you or your student are in a crisis, please call the following numbers as applicable:


For a Life Threatening EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1


988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text 9-8-8 or chat 988.lifeline.org provides 24/7, free and confidential support 


CRISIS TEXT LINE:  text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States anytime. A live trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds.


The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 provides crisis support services to LGBTQ youth.


Non-Emergency Community Help Line 2-1-1




               


D114 is a special place to be! Thank you for your partnership with us!