Superstar families,
It was a great week here at Brook Park celebrating Cultural Week, where students got to travel to different continents around the world! Thank you to all of our teachers and parent volunteers who helped make this special event such a success. We wrapped up the week with our February spirit assembly and the introduction of One School, One Book! There are so many exciting things coming up in February, so please take some time to read about them:
100th Day of School:
The 100th day of school is next week on Tuesday, February 7th!
BPC Directory:
Attached is the 2022-23 Brook Park Directory. This includes a ton of important information!
Spring Clubs-Almost Here!:
The Spring Club Brochure comes out next week - please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this session's timeline and the FAQ document!
Timeline:
February 10 - Brochure & Student interest form released
February 24 - Student interest form due by 11:59 PM
March 3 - student placement notification from club advisor by 3 PM
March 10 - Registration due by 11:59 PM (late registration will result in a delayed start date for student)
March 10 - Payment due by 11:59 PM (late payment will result in a delayed start date for student)
March 13 - Winter club session starts
Maternity Leave Note from Ms. King:
As many of you know, I am expecting a baby in early March. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, I will be taking maternity leave beginning on March 2nd through the remainder of this school year. I will return this summer and for the beginning of next school year. I will of course have access to email throughout the duration of my leave, but will not be checking it as frequently.
If you need to contact me throughout my leave, you can certainly reach out via email, just keep in mind it may take longer for a response. If you have questions that need a more immediate answer, you can feel free to call the Gold Office at 708-588-8710. Mrs. Chobot can then direct your questions to either Mr. Sorensen, Mrs. Johnson or Ms. Cannon during that time (OR feel free to contact Mr. Sorensen regarding any Brook Park questions, Ms. Cannon about any classroom specific related questions or Mrs. Johnson with any discipline or incident questions).
Thank you as always for your support and positivity. I will miss seeing the students and families tremendously during the time of my leave! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
One School One Book:
One School, One Book begins today! The youngest or only child at Brook Park will bring home the book for your family. One School, One Book is a program held by many schools across the country to promote the love of reading in the K-5 school community and at home. With that, the books that are chosen are often times above younger students’ reading level and are intended to be read aloud to your child/ren each night.
This has become a great tradition throughout the years at Brook Park and has enhanced our community bond. Please know that this is a voluntary opportunity for families. If you have found this year’s book to not be a good fit for your child or family, please do not feel you need to participate. We are so happy to be able to offer this opportunity with the BPC’s assistance for the 12th year!
Please visit https://sites.google.com/district95.org/osob/home for daily trivia questions and additional activities!
We would also like to thank Nonna's Good Life Pizza in La Grange for gifting every student a free slice of pizza! Please look for the book mark with coupon in your child's folder.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact:
Miss Chrissy Johnson
708-588-8751
SEL Blurb:
This week, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade learned about the importance of sharing and practiced different ways to share (including taking turns, dividing supplies, and including others). Third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade spent the week catching up on previous SEL lessons.
SELebrations:
This month, our SEL newsletter focuses on setting limits and utilizing positive reinforcement. Check it out here!
BPC:
Brook Park Council Meeting: 630pm, Tuesday, Feb. 7 in the MPR (enter Door 17).
Superstar Sweepstakes: Valentine's Day is coming up! Take a night out with your loved one, schedule a Galentine's Day, or a much needed solo night reservation for yourself. $200 to ANY restaurant -- your choice! Buy in for $12.50 per line -- 25 lines. Pay on Square: https://checkout.square.site/buy/AAESLFOV4DEXZRQ6YYIHFFUT
TREAT YO' SELF! with a chance to win a $200 Brennan Massage & Spa gift card! Buy in for $12.50 -- 25 lines. Purchase on Square: https://square.link/u/lV6fHGP7
Book Fair Volunteers Our annual book fair is coming up Feb. 8-9. Please Signup here to help with setup, sales, merchandise, and spirit sticks: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084caca622a5f94-book1#/
Book Fair is back and will be held in the big gym!! Kids will be shopping during the day Wed., Feb. 8 & Thurs., Feb. 9 with their class. Evening book fair is open for families from 530-7pm Wed., Feb. 8 with a special unveiling! Join us near Door 1 before heading to the book fair.
BP Library at the Book Fair: The Brook Park library will have a table at this year's BPC Book Fair, Feb 8th and 9th. We are asking for donations, so the library can add even more new books in its circulation! We will have book suggestions available and please ask your child what they want to read. We want to fill the library with books about which the students are excited! There will also be a suggestion box and donation box. No matter if you attend or not, you also can contribute any amount to our Scholastic eWallet at https://bit.ly/3HkHRI3.
If you have any questions about contributing to the Brook Park library, please email Ann Heinl at [email protected]. Thank you!
Book Fair "GRAND" Event Today is the last day ECE, Kindergarten and first-graders can submit signup slips for shopping at the book fair with a special someone (grandparent, aunt, uncle, mom, or dad) from 815-915am or 130-230pm on Wed., Feb. 8 or Thurs., Feb. 9. For any questions, email [email protected]
Popup Spirit Shop: New BPC merchandise will be available for purchase in the big gym during the GRAND events and during the evening book fair shopping hours. Spirit sticks will be available for purchase both days of the book fair as well as the evening shopping hours.
Sweets With Someone Special: 7-745am Tuesday, Feb. 14, MPR (enter Door 17. Please do not park on Harrison Ave.). Have breakfast with your student on this special, heartfelt day.
Girl Scout Cookie Pairing Night: Tuesday, Feb. 21. Register here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/YXEF7SI6HCM3BDQNOH6AU46Y
Cultural Night: It was wonderful to see the students and teachers travel around the globe for Cultural Week. A special THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who helped make this special event happen - Thank you very much!
Brook Park’s Cultural Night Potluck
Thursday, February 23rd (6:30-7:30 PM)
Multi Purpose Room
Door 17 on Harrison Ave.
All students are welcome to bring their family to the Cultural Night Potluck. You may bring something from your home, something that supports a local business, or something from your family’s country of origin.
Because Cultural Night is a FREE event, students and their families are invited to:
- bring food or drinks
- bring a craft or activity
- or volunteer to set up & breakdown
Click on the link below to sign up and join us!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080b44abaf2fabfe3-cultural7#/
Set up begins at 6:00pm.
Please include how many people will attend with you.
Thank you.
The Cultural Committee needs you!
To help with Cultural Night or join the Cultural Committee, please contact Kristine Alexander: [email protected]
Skate Night 430-630pm Sunday, Feb. 26 at Lombard Roller Rink. $6 entry fee (purchase ahead or at the door)
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/7KSDJ6K6YQD3Y/checkout/MSF7XKKVDXYFJCLS7LHTNQ22 Bring your skates or rent them for $4 at the rink. Concessions will be available for a fee. Questions? email [email protected]
General Call for Volunteers:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BADAD2FA6FAC43-february
Teacher appreciation: Help set up a hot chocolate bar on Tues., Feb. 7 in the morning.
Sweets with Someone Special: Help serve treats from 7-745am., Feb. 14.
Adult Prom: Planning is underway for our second annual adult prom on Sat., March 18. If you're interested email [email protected]
Block party: Planning is underway and we're looking for committee members for our second annual "Everybody is welcome on our block" party on Sat., Mah 6 -- carnival games, entertainment, food trucks, local organization demonstrations, business tables and so much more!
Email [email protected]
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