erickson expressjames t. meeks tony smith, ph.d. chairman state superintendent of education march 8,...
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ERICKSON EXPRESS
MARCH 10, 2016
Character
Counts Quote Of the Week:
“Nothing can wear you out like CARING
about people.”
Dear Parents,
Upcoming Dates & Information
Pop Tab Fundraiser – Entire month of March
Thursday, March 10, 2016: PTO Meeting 5:30 pm & Skate Night 6:30 pm
Friday, March 18, 2016: PTO Movie Night (See flyers for more details)
Friday, March 18, 2016: Creative Writing Contest Submissions due
Ronald McDonald House Fundraiser: Students are asked to collect pop tabs from soda cans and deposit
the pop tabs in their Character Counts! Pillar Bucket. The House with the most pop tabs will win a lunch
with Mr. Haugens. This is a fundraiser to support the Ronald McDonald House.
PARCC Assessment: State mandated achievement tests will be administered to students in 3rd-5th grade
April 11th – 22nd. More information regarding the PARCC Assessment can be found in this issue of the
Erickson Express.
Student Placement Form: Creating class lists for the 2016-2017 school year will take place in May.
Parents can assist in the process by completing a Student Placement Information form (see attached).
This form should not be used to recommend a specific classroom teacher. If you have questions about
this form, please contact the building principal at 630-529-2223.
Creative Writing Contest: Erickson is sponsoring a short story writing contest during the month of
March. The winning stories will be acted out by Erickson Staff members at a special assembly in May!
Stories are due to the classroom teacher on Friday, March 18, 2016.
Spring Break: Spring Break begins on Friday, March 25, 2016. School will resume on Monday, April 4,
2016. Hopefully warm weather will accompany your spring break plans.
Character Counts!: Erickson is celebrating the Pillar of CARING during the month of February/March.
The quote on morning announcements: “Nothing can wear you out like CARING about people.”
Pictures of the week
Eagles of the Week
AR Winner (Tests) AR Winner (Points)
Illinois State Board of Education
100 North First Street • Springfield, Illinois 62777-0001 www.isbe.net
James T. Meeks Tony Smith, Ph.D. Chairman State Superintendent of Education
March 8, 2016
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The testing window for the spring 2016 administration of the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness
for College and Careers (PARCC) assessment opened March 7 and continues through June 10. Districts
have selected their 30-day testing period within this time frame and will provide those specific dates for
your child’s test.
This is the second year Illinois has participated in PARCC assessment. The 2016 exam has a simpler
format to improve the testing process while still providing reliable information about student
achievement. This year’s results will allow you to see how your child is growing in his or her knowledge
and understanding of the state’s learning standards, which are focused on college and career readiness.
No assessment can ever fully capture the skills and abilities of a great teacher or the extraordinary
benefits and positive impact of a great school. This assessment is simply one reflection of your child’s
academic growth. Assessments help provide a sense of where and how we are succeeding and where and
how we must improve, along with other indicators, such as classroom work samples and teacher
observations. The PARCC assessment is designed to give schools and teachers more information to
support improvement efforts and personalize teaching to better guide your child’s learning.
These spring assessments correspond with what your child is learning in the classroom and with the
performance expectations of the Illinois Learning Standards in English language arts and mathematics.
They should not require time outside of school to prepare for the test.
This year ISBE expects to receive PARCC assessment scores much sooner than the 2015 results,
allowing our teachers to tailor instruction to meet specific student needs. Districts should receive score
reports in the fall.
The PARCC states have released many test items from last year’s assessment to help parents and
teachers understand the types of questions their students will be asked. These questions are available
through the Partnership Resource Center at https://prc.parcconline.org/assessments/parcc-released-items,
which houses a variety of supports available to teachers in PARCC states.
About 85 percent of students are expected to take the assessment online this spring, compared to 75
percent in 2015. You may enjoy sitting down with your child to take the PARCC practice assessment.
This is a good opportunity for you and your child to go through what will be expected and become more
familiar with the format before your child takes the assessment. You may access the PARCC practice
assessments at www.parcconline.org/assessments/practice-tests. You may also find more information at
ISBE’s PARCC Place at www.isbe.net/parcc-place/default.htm and ISBE’s Hot Topics page at
www.isbe.net/hot-topics.htm.
Scores from last year’s test administration have provided a new baseline for student performance going
forward.
The State Board is proud of our students who took the PARCC assessment last year and is confident in
their abilities as we work together to prepare them for success in college and career. Learning begins at
home, and we thank you for your partnership in your child’s education.
Sincerely,
Tony Smith, Ph.D.
State Superintendent of Education
Ozzie Reading Club Erickson School will participate in the Ozzie Reading Club. The Club is a reading incentive program that awards students with a free ticket to a Kane County Cougar game as well as food vouchers for “hitting a home run by reading.” In order to qualify students in grades three through five must read, take accelerated reader tests, and earn at total of 20 accelerated reader points during the eight week program. Students in second grade must pass a total of 16 accelerated reader tests to qualify for the free ticket. The Ozzie Reading Club started the week of January 18th. Each classroom has an Ozzie Reading Chart and classroom teachers will be posting the Ozzie Reading Club points once a week. The Club will run until March 18th. All students who earn the required number of points or tests passed will be given a voucher to mail in for the free ticket and food coupons. If you have any questions please contact Dr. Niemiec at 529-2223 or [email protected]
Reminder From Our Nurses Please remember that any student that has had a fever of 100.0 degrees or higher, diarrhea or vomiting must be symptom free without the aid of medication for a minimum of 24 hours before returning to school. If your student is sent home from school with any of these symptoms, they may not return to school the next day. A phone call to the school is still required for every day that your child is not in attendance. This practice is utilized to protect your student as well as the health of all of the other students and staff at school. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact the Health Office at 630-529-2223.
STUDENT PLACEMENT INFORMATION
2016-2017
This form has been developed for parents to use as needed. The principal will consider the completed
information prior to student placement in May. Student placement is a major responsibility for the
school staff each year. Your input is appreciated and will be used along with a variety of other
placement criteria. There is no requirement to complete this form. Complete this form only if you
believe the information will assist with student placement.
Student:_______________________________________________ Current grade_____________
List specific academic concerns.___________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
List student to student concerns.__________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Explain what type of personality works best with your child.____________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
What is your academic goal for your child? ._________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
What else would you like to share about your child? .__________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature:__________________________________________Date:________________________
Please return this form to Mr. Haugens by Friday April, 8. This form will be treated confidentially.
ERICKSON YEARBOOK
It is time to order the Erickson yearbook for 2015-2016. The fifth grade staff have been working since fall and have chosen the theme, cover, and now are creating the individual pages for the yearbook. The yearbook includes classroom pages, event pages, and club pictures. It even has a page for autographs. This year the ordering process will be done online at TreeRing.com (https://www.treering.com/101440183475517) There will be NO extra yearbooks ordered so copies must be ordered at the treering website. The book will cost $16.62 and can be purchased with a credit card. Last day to order online is March 28th. If you have questions please contact Dr. Niemiec ([email protected]) or Mrs. Stankoskey ([email protected]) or by phone 630-529-2223.
2016 Erickson Elementary
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.
1 2 3 4 5 School Store
Creative Writing Contest Begins
Hot Lunch
Report Cards go home
Teacher Institute Day
6 7
8 9 10 11 12 Casimir Pulaski Day Hot Lunch
Wacky Wednesday
Crazy Hair Day
Skating Party
6:30pm
PTO Meeting 5:30pm
No EC Classes
Spirit Day
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 School Store
Hot Lunch
Creative writing contest ends
Dinner and Movie Doors open at 5:30pm
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Jolly Phonics
6:30pm-7:30pm
6:30-7:30
Hot lunch
Spring Break Begins
27 28 29 30 31
Last day to order year book
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tes Please refer to the Weekly Erickson Express for up-to-date list of activities and events.
Follow Erickson Elementary School on Twitter @D13Eagles
Chess Club Mondays from 3:30-4:30
Bloomingdale Park District’s 33rd Annual Art Show
The Student Art Show will be on display from Saturday, March 5 – Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Bloomingdale Park District Museum. There will be a complimentary reception for all artists, family and friends on Sunday, March 13, 2016 between the hours of 1:00 –
4:00 p.m.
Congratulations to the following students who will have artwork displayed at this exhibit.
President Vice President Fundraising Treasurer SecretaryGina Gattuso Marie Marciniak Liz Buck Michelle Caravello Kristy Malone
PTO OPEN POSITIONS: The PTO Board positions: President and Secretary will be open for the 2016-2017 school year. If you are interested or have questions, please email us at [email protected] for more information.
BOX TOPS: WINNERS! Room 204 was the big winner with 862 box tops. Rooms 107 and 206 followed with 759 and 735 box tops. Thanks to all! One more contest that will finish up in May! Don’t stop collecting those box tops. So far we have raised over $1200 for our school.
SKATE PARTY: There will be a skating party on Thursday, March 10 at Coachlite in Roselle. See flyer for details.
DINNER AND A MOVIE: Dinner and a movie will be on Friday, March 18.
5TH GRADE PARENTS: Westfield PTO is looking for new board members. If you have questions or interest, please email [email protected]
ROOM PARENTS: Now that all the parties are completed for the year, if you haven’t done so already, please turn in your receipts to the office.
REMIND TEXTS: To sign up for PTO Remind Texts please click on this link: remind.com/join/ptoer
SCHOOL DIRECTORY: Have you updated your information in our online directory? Your information is not automatically in the directory - you need to log in and supply your contact information. If you'd like the login link sent to you again, please email Liz Buck at [email protected]
March 10, 2016
PTO EVENTS
March 10PTO Meeting5:30-6:30 pmNOTE DAY CHANGE
March 10Skate PartyCoachlite Roselle6:30-8:30pm
March 18Dinner and a Movie5:30pm doors open6:00pm movie
If you would like to get involved with the Erickson PTO or have comments or questions, please email us at: ericksonpto13@gmail. com
PTO Notes February 11http://bit.ly/1tyTRHQ
Skate Night Hey Kids!!!March 10th is....
Ericksonʼs Spring Rollerskating Party!!When: March 10, 2016..6:30PM to 8:30PMWhere: Coachlite Skate Center 1291 Byrn Mawr, RoselleAdmission: $5.00 Per Student Non-Skaters: FreeSkate Rental: Regular $2.00 Inline $4.00CASH ONLY
If you use your own skates,they must be clean & have no exposed metal.
You may wear your own safety equipment.
Please, for safety reasons, no children are tobe left unattended.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Erickson PTO
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Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
Rated G 1 hour and 40 min.
Tickets are Free!Friday, March 18th
Erickson Gym Doors Open at 5:30pm Movie Starts at 6:00pm
Dinner will be available for purchase, full pizzas can be
preordered. Pizza*Popcorn*Candy*Drinks
Bring your comfy blanket and join us! * Chairs will be provided for adults *
Please return to your teacher by Wednesday,March 16th. Any questions, please contact [email protected]
- Return bottom half - Family Name=_______________________________________ # of people attending=_____________________
Dinner and a Movie
For your convenience we are offering Large Pizza’s for $20.00 from Capone’s Pizzeria. The pizza needs to be preordered and paid for in advanced. Pizza’s will be ready at 5:30pm Please indicate below all of the required information. Payment can be made in form of cash or check, please make checks payable to Erickson PTO. If you have any questions regarding the pizza order, Contact [email protected].
Pizza Order Form Return bottom half with payment by Wednesday March 16th
- Return bottom half -
Large Pizza (8 pie shaped slices per pizza)
__Cheese Only __Pepperoni __Sausage
__Veggie(mushroom,onion, black olive, green pepper)
Family Name:
# of Pizzas:
Total amount paid:
26W276 Geneva Rd., Unit A, Carol Stream, IL 60188 630-668-4450 • EntreeKitchen.com
Program Details:
Event hours are 4:00 – 9:00 with two sessions: 4:00‐6:30 or 6:30‐9:00, register for whichever time fits your schedule and come whenever you wish during your scheduled time frame.
Have the kids help you plan your menu selections and bring ‘em along to help make your entrees too!
Families can order 3, 6, 8, or 12 entrees (all entrées have 6‐servings & may be “split” into two sets of 3‐servings for free)
Enjoy some hot and sweet snacks with lemonade, water, coffee and tea while you’re making your meals.
Earn $$$ for Erickson Elementary PTO! For each entree package ordered, we'll make a donation to your school.
3 Entree Package (Price is $4.78/serving, total $86) 6 Entree Package (Price is $4.69/serving, total $169) 8 Entree Package (Price is $4.56/serving, total $219) 12 Entree Package (Price is $4.15/serving, total $299)
Add Perfect Pairs (sides) & Sweet Endings (desserts) to your order & SAVE 10%! Please see additional details below.
Reserve your spot today with easy online ordering! Please visit www.entreekitchen.com and first register yourself as a customer (if you aren't already in our system). After the customer registration process is completed and you are successfully logged in, please click on the "Session Signup" tab and select our Private Session on Friday, April 8th 4:00 or 6:30. Our website will then prompt you for a password for our party, which is Delicious (case sensitive). Add sides and desserts and your 10% credit for these “extras” will be given back to the families in person when you check out after your session.
Questions??? Please call us at 630‐668‐4450. Our Hours are: 10:00 – 7:00 (M‐Th.), 10:00 – 5:00 (Fri.) 10:00 – 2:00 (Sat.)
Spaceislimited‐registertoday!
Grab the kids and have them help you prepare your dinners for the month!
Join us on Friday, April 8th and raise money for Erickson PTO!
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8 classes on Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 pm.Spring Session:
April 7 - May 26, 2016.
Erickson Elementary School Spring 2016
Erickson Elementary School
and Afterschool Enrichment Solutions present
“Let’s Build It!” Engineeringwith Professional Instruction
To sign up for Let’s Build It, please visit http://payment.learningmeansfun.com/signup.
You will need to enter the class code EES4.7.16 in order to register. Please register
by March 24, 2016 for the early bird price of $110.
If you have difficulty registering, please contact Afterschool Enrichment Solutions at
847-482-9999 or [email protected].
For further information, please contact Afterschool Enrichment Solutions at 847-482-9999 or at
Let’s Build It – Exciting Electronics! is an exhilarating, cutting-edge area of engineering. In this unit,
students will design, build, and test various circuits and electronic projects. Instructors will guide students
through core concepts of electrical engineering, introducing them to circuits and electrical components.
Students will use hands-on projects and experiments to explore how electricity is part of our daily lives.
No previous experience is necessary, just a desire to learn and build. Each student will receive
an award on the last day of the session, as well as the opportunity to earn engineering belts to demonstrate
their learned skills!
This exciting program takes a hands-on approach to engineering, allowing students to directly
engage with basic engineering concepts through a variety of fun and educational activities.
Students will improve their problem solving, math, and physics skills – all while engaging inexciting building projects. Open to grades 2-3.
8 classes on Mondays, 3:30-4:30 pm.Spring Session:
April 4 - May 23, 2016.
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No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. Each class will consist of a fun interactive
and will get to the next level under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.
There will also be a chess competition with prizes and a pizza party towards the end of the session!
E a c h c h i l d w i l l r e c e i v e a p a r t i c i p a t i o n m e d a l a n d a c h e s s k e y c h a i n .
Erickson Elementary School Spring 2016
Both new and returning participants are welcometeaching period and guided practice time.
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Erickson Elementary School
and Chess Scholars present
an Afterschool Chess Clubwith Professional Instruction
For further information, please contact Chess Scholars at 847-482-9999 or visit our website
To sign up for the chess club, please visit http://payment.chessscholars.com/signup . You
will need to enter the class code EES4.4.16 in order to register. Please register by
March 21, 2016 for the early bird price of $94.
If you have difficulty registering, please contact Chess Scholars at 847-482-9999
or [email protected] .
Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has
shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas,
including mathematics and language arts. Also, chess has been proven to enhance
motivation, concentration, focus,social skills, and creativity. Open to grades 1-5.