What an amazing week at Brook Park and our fifth graders and Mrs. Smiley did an amazing job at Shrek Jr. yesterday! Today during our all school spirit assembly Mrs. Calkins' fifth grade class taught all of the students how to say the pledge in sign languange. It is so aweasome when students talent shines!
There are many important things coming up the next few weeks including MAP Testing next week. I also want to feature a picture of our growing lost and found that is located right inside Door #1. All of these items will be donated at the end of the school year.
We are very excited that the Art Walk is returning to Brook Park Wednesday, May 10th! This year the Art Walk will be held at the Compassion Factory Art Gallery & Studio from 5:30 - 8:00. We are excited to bring you this event to celebrate your student's art in a gallery setting. You will have the opportunity to purchase framing for your student's art before it comes home to you. The cost for framing will be $25 or $20 if you pre-order using the attached form.
MAP Testing:
All students grades K-5 will be participating in our last NWEA Map Test of the year. It is important to remind your child to take their time and do their best. Below are the times for each grade level:
Kindergarten: 5/9 @ 8:30 (Reading), 5/11 @ 8:30 (Math)
1st Grade: 5/9@ 12:00 (Reading) and 5/11@12:00 (Math)
2nd Grade 5/9- 8:15-9:30 (Reading) and 5/10- 8:15-9:30 (Math)
3rd Grade: 5/10 - 9:30 (Reading), 5/11 - 9:30 (Math)
4th Grade 5/8 - 9:15 (Reading), 5/9 - 9:15 (Math)
5th Grade 5/10 (Reading) 8:30 and 5/11 (Math) 8:30
BrightBytes Survey
We are partnering with BrightBytes, an educational research and analytics company, in order to learn more about our students’ school and home technology use for learning.
We are reaching out to ask you to take part in our District 95 BrightBytes questionnaire. Your participation is essential in helping us form a more complete picture of technology use for learning in your students’ lives. Please know that all of your responses will remain anonymous to protect your privacy and they will help your child's school make the best technology decisions for their classrooms. It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
The last day to complete this questionnaire has been extended to Friday, May 12, 2023
Please go to: www.BByt.es/FU8YP
Thank you for taking part in this important process!
Volunteer Breakfast
District 95 would like to invite all parents that volunteered in a classroom or for BPC/PTO events to attend our annual volunteer breakfast on Tuesday, May 23rd from 7:15-8:30 am in the Brook Park Multipurpose Room. Parents can enter through Door #17.
SEL Blurb
During the month of May, students are practicing mindfulness. Check out the activities here.
D95 Presents:
Sounds Like Summer
Tuesday, May 23rd.
5:00-8:30
Stadium Club @The Max
4750 Vernon Ave
McCook, IL 60525
️Donations at the door suggested️
Community Information:
Family 5K
The La Grange Park Chamber of Commerce is planning a 5k race for this spring that will be a great family-friendly community event. The event takes place on Sunday, May 14th and click here for more information.
Riverside Brookfield Summer Camps
Riverside Brookfield Basketball
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!
Attached are the registration/information forms.
You can register at this link: https://rbhs208.revtrak.net/rw-sp
Incoming 3rd-8th Grade Summer Camp (Grade as of fall 2023):
Dates/Times:
June 5th and 6th from 4:00pm-5:45pm
June 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 from 10:00am-11:45am
Cost: $160
Camp has a fun atmosphere. All skill levels are encouraged to attend. Campers will participate in stations covering fundamentals like shooting, passing, ball handling, shooting off screens, shooting off the move, shooting off the dribble, stationary shooting, free throw shooting, one on one moves, screening, cutting,
rebounding, etc. There will be contests, fundamentals, and games each day. Campers will be divided by grade and ability level.
Incoming Freshman Camp (Grade as of fall 2023):
Dates: June 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15
Time: 8:00am-9:45am
Cost: $160
All skill levels are encouraged to attend. Campers will participate in stations covering fundamentals such as shooting, passing, ball handling, rebounding, etc. Players will participate in a number of drills and in a practice setting, to get them ready to try out for the freshman basketball team.
Incoming 4th-9th Grade Boys (Grade as of fall 2023)
3 Divisions: 4th/5th Grade, 6th/7th Grade, 8th/9th Grade (Grades are as of Fall 2023):
Cost: $135
Dates: Tues 6/27, Tues 7/11, Tues 7/18, Tues 7/25, and WED 7/26
Times: Between 5:00-9:30pm (schedule will be sent 1-2 weeks prior to first games)
2 games (back to back) per night, 18 minute running clock halves, 3 divisions (4th/5th, 6th/7th, 8th/9th). Players will be divided among teams. League standings will be kept and awards will be given to league champions. Players will be coached by current and former RB players.
** Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser May 1st through May 7th
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20% of your purchases at the Nothing Bundt Cakes at 30 N. LaGrange Road in La Grange will benefit the BPC. What a delicious way to support the BPC!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080b44abaf2fabfe3-brook#/
** 2023 Brook Park Art Walk May 10th
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Celebrate Spring with the District 95 community and join us at this year's Brook Park Art Show! It will be our first show at the Compassion Factory Gallery, and we hope the students and their families enjoy seeing their artwork on display in a gallery setting. Each student chose one of their projects from Art class with the help of their teacher, Ms. Stephanie Skertich. Families will get the chance to pre-purchase a frame for their student's artwork and take their artwork home framed--just in time for gift-giving. All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit BPC community initiatives.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO MAKE THIS EVENT A SUCCESS!
Volunteer Duties:
* Event set up, meet at 3pm to work on displaying all the artwork on studio walls
* Framing artwork during event and runners to remove purchased artwork from walls
* Processing payment for framed artwork
* Event breakdown, removing all displayed artwork
To volunteer, visit the Sign Up Genius (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080b44abaf2fabfe3-brook#/) . For questions about the Art Show, please contact Stephanie Skertich: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
** Show Your Appreciation During Teacher Appreciation Week May 8th - 12th!
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We've got a fun and exciting week planned--show your appreciation and get in on the fun! Need to know your student's teacher's favorite color for Thursday? Here's a handy list (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NnPagKIW5AbaIXsiakowceWCB8AkIDCaCgqGOEseM0c/edit?usp=sharing) !
** Chalk the Walk May 7th!
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We are kicking off Teacher Appreciation Week with Chalk the Walk! On Sunday May 7th grab your chalk and head over to Brook Park to decorate the sidewalk. Students can write special notes and draw designs near Doors 1 and 21 to greet the teachers and staff when they arrive on Monday morning!
Note: Check the weather for rain before going to Brook Park!
** Teacher, Staff & Nurse Appreciation Week Volunteers Needed
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We are looking for volunteers to help make the week of May 8 special for our teachers, staff and nurses. Planning is already underway and we’re looking for day-of volunteers. Those who are interested in helping can email Christine at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
** Teacher Appreciation Thank You Notes
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Your student can show appreciation for their homeroom and specials teachers by printing out the thank you note and writing them a message. Bring the notes to school on Tuesday, May 9th to give them to the teachers. You can also find a pile of thank you notes in the foyer at Door 1. If your student would like to read their note over the P.A. system, please email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
https://bit.ly/2023TeacherWishLists
** Teacher Amazon Wishlist
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We’re sharing Amazon Wish Lists from ECE through fifth-grade teachers, as well as resource and specials teachers (https://bit.ly/2023TeacherWishLists) so you can participate in Amazon Wishlist -- Teacher Appreciation Week 2023. To view teacher wishlists, click here (https://bit.ly/2023TeacherWishLists) and view the tabs for your student's teachers.
If you have any questions, email [email protected].
https://checkout.square.site/buy/CMJLZH7BW6OX43UNFGZTXZJP
** Play Ball! Come to the BPC Baseball Outing May 20th!
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Tickets are on sale now for the BPC Baseball Outing Saturday, May 20th 6:00 pm at Impact Field 9850 Balmoral Ave. Rosemont, IL 60018. Tickets are $18 each and will be distributed by email the day of the game. You can purchase your tickets here (https://checkout.square.site/buy/CMJLZH7BW6OX43UNFGZTXZJP) .
https://square.link/u/1W9Cj4u5
** Superstar Sweepstakes - New Item: $300 You Call It - Gift Card
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Target, Amazon, Southwest Airlines, ANYTHING - YOU CALL IT!
$18.00 per line – 25 lines | Pay via Square (https://square.link/u/1W9Cj4u5)
**To qualify for the sweepstakes you MUST PAY first. See rules in Superstar Sweepstakes Facebook Group for full details**
** District 95 Volunteer Breakfast May 23rd
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District 95 will hold its annual Volunteer Breakfast on Tuesday May 23rd from 7:15 - 8:30am. Anyone who has volunteered in the District in any capacity--including room parents, committee chairs and event volunteers--is welcome to join us for a complimentary breakfast.
** Lost and Found: Brimming With Lost Items
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The Brook Park lost and found is overflowing with list items--numerous water bottles and even a winter coat! Many items have names on them Is your student missing anything? Be sure to have them check the lost and found.
** Block Party: August 19th!
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The second annual BPC Block Party has been changed from May 6th to August 19th to kickoff the new school year. Mark your calendar and get ready:
* Entertainment
* Food trucks
* Demonstrations
* Carnival Games
* Local businesses (If you’re a business interested in participating, please email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) )
Interested in helping plan? Email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .
And keep an eye on your inbox this summer for day-of volunteer opportunities!
Everyone is welcome on our block!
** Save-The-Dates
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* May 1st - 7th: Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser
* May 4th: BPC Meeting, Board Election and Volunteer Awards
* May 7th: Chalk the Walk
* May 8th - 12th: Teacher, Staff & Nurse Appreciation Week
* May 10th: Art Show
* May 20th: BPC Baseball Outing
* May 23rd: District 95 Volunteer Breakfast
* August 19th: Block Party
Have a great weekend!!!
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