Kindergarten is wrapping up the year having fun by writing and drawing on their desks! We had such a busy year. Now it's off to first grade!
Congratulations to Grant for having perfect attendance for the year!
Report Cards are now posted to the Parent Portal along with updated outstanding fee statements that require action. Check your email for more information. ///Las boletas de calificaciones ahora se publican en el Portal para padres junto con los estados de cuenta de tarifas pendientes actualizados que requieren acción. Revisa tu correo electrónico para más información.
Mrs. Parmley's class practicing their hula hoop skills!
Students enjoyed the Kona Ice special treat today!
Yesterday, students from Mr. Shore, Mrs. Squires and Mrs. Smith's classes were given the challenge to create a device to protect an egg when dropped. Today, they went outside and tested their devices. Two groups were successful and their eggs did not break! It was a fun learning experience.
A huge THANK YOU to Deputy Martini, Trainer Derrick from TOPS and K9 Danno for coming out and joining us for our assembly today! Students learned all about what the responsibilities are of the K9 unit and the huge responsibility of handling a K9.
First grade having fun during their Field Day!
Remy came ready for V-Vacation Day today
Thank you to House of Spades for coming out to give free haircuts for boys today! They had some very happy customers!
Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) or "SUN Bucks" is a federally funded program that provides grocery-buying benefits to low-income families with school-aged children when schools are closed for the summer. The Summer EBT is a one-time, $120 per eligible student benefit for summer 2024 administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS).
Most eligible families will be automatically enrolled in the Summer EBT program. Families can contact their child's school to make sure their low-income indicators are up to date. The issuances and notices will be sent to eligible households at the end of August.
A Summer EBT application will be available over the summer. IDHS will have a screener available July 1 for families to check if the agency has the information needed to process their child's Summer EBT benefit, an application is required, or an updated address is needed.
Please also note that during the summer months, families in need of meals can call 800-359-2163, text “FOOD" (or “COMIDA") to 304-304, or view the USDA online map (https://bit.ly/4arqJwH) to find nearby meal sites not located at their school that are open to all children and youth age 18 and younger. For more information, or for help to determine eligibility after school is out, please visit the Illinois Department of Human Services website (https://bit.ly/4bpSNSe). Reference the EBT/SUN Bucks Fact Sheet - English: https://bit.ly/3wONOeQ - Spanish: https://bit.ly/3wyckB3
Children's Health and Safety Fair! Saturday, June 1st, 10 am—1 pm, at Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Outpatient Center, 1475 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL.
First grade girls choral reading One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish 💛📚
First graders had fun signing each other's books!
Both First Grade classes presented their published animal books to each other, followed by a book signing party and snacks today! Mrs. Pellegrino and Mrs. Gorski are so proud of all of their hard work and effort!!
Here are just some of the many summer activities happening at the Zion Benton Public Library this summer!
Students having fun playing "Pizza Party" and "Star Wars Tag" in gym today!
Congratulations to these amazing Newport staff members who took 2nd place in the District Volleyball Tournament! It was a great team bonding experience for the District and fun was had by all!
Fifth grade students in Ms. Branaman's class met each Wednesday for book club! Students discussed characters, plot points, as well as predictions for upcoming chapters. This week they presented their book reports to the class and gave a brief summary to accompany it.
The last day of school is Friday, May 24! What are your children doing this summer? CHAMPIONS has Summer Camp at Oak Crest School starting June 3. Check out the attached flyers for more information on how to sign up and what activities they have planned for the kids! If you have any questions, please call Nandi Baker at (224) 343-5529.
