Superstar families,
Happy October! We had a great week here at Brook Park that wrapped up with our school spirit assemblies. Next week, we will also have our Fire Drill with the Lagrange Park Fire Department on Thursday, October 10th at 9:00 AM. There are some important things coming up (including Halloween information) so please take a look before the weekend:
Halloween will be a special celebration at Brook Park School. On Thursday, October 31st, children will be allowed to dress for our Annual Halloween Party & Parade. In order to ensure the safe passage of our children to/from school and preserve part of the academic day, we have established the following guidelines:
-If your child is planning on bringing a treat for their classmates, the treats should be non-edible such as pencils, stickers, etc. Edible treats are not allowed and will be sent home with the child.
-Children may wear their complete costume to school for the entire day. They do not have to take it off and change into different clothes.
-Students will be allowed to wear face paint or color their hair as part of their costumes; they must arrive like this, they cannot do this at school.
-Toy weapons will not be allowed as part of a costume.
-Shoes must be worn at all times (gym shoes are recommended).
-Students are not required to dress in costumes or participate in the activities. Please let your child’s teacher know if they will not be participating in the Halloween activities.
-As a security measure: Only parents that have signed up in advance as volunteers will be allowed in the school for the parties. We will be asking parents for IDs upon entry. All parents will enter through Door #4 (off the playground). Younger children may accompany parents to parties but they need to be closely monitored at all times. If you have strollers please keep them in the hallway. The BPC will be coordinating the volunteers for the event.
We would ask for your cooperation and support in our attempt to have a safe and fun-filled day.
Weather permitting, our school parade will be outside at 8:30 a.m. In case of rain/snow, our parades will take place in the hallways throughout the building. If the parade has to take place inside, unfortunately only the volunteers will be able to view the parade.
A one-hour party (9:00-10:00) will follow the parade. Please e-mail ([email protected] or [email protected]) if you have any questions.
All School Spirit Day:
We will be having an all school spirit day next Thursday, October 10th. It will be a pajama day. Mrs. Yonker’s class won this at last month’s spirit assembly so a big congratulations to them!
BPC:
BROOK PARK COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
The Brook Park Council (BPC) Membership drive is in full swing! This year, the classroom with the highest Membership Donations (by 12/2/24) will win a class party at the Ninja Squad Gym! Become a member today and help support all the events and activities your family loves, as well as school improvements and enrichment. We attached information about membership.
Community Information:
Monsters on Mainstreet:
Trick or treating will take place on Saturday, October 26th from 12pm-3pm in downtown Brookfield. Please see the attached information about the wonderful event.
LaGrange Park Library Trunk or Treat:
Saturday, October 19, 2024, 5:00 -6:30 p.m.
Memorial Park, in the parking lot near the playground
Put on your best Halloween costume and join us in Memorial Park for our fourth annual Trunk or Treat! There will be music, activities, and plenty of goodies to go around.
This year, stick around for a family-friendly short movie in the park at 6:45, presented by the Community Park District of La Grange Park! All ages with a caregiver. Mark your calendar.
CALLING ALL YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS!
The Brookfield Women’s Club and The Compassion Factory are hosting the 3rd annual Young Entrepreneur Market on November 10th 1:00-4:00 pm, highlighting young entrepreneurs' services, goods, and handmade arts and crafts.
There are limited spots, but more than previously due to our new location at SE Gross Middle School in Brookfield. Apply today so you can join us!
Know a budding or seasoned young artist, crafter, business owner, maker, creator, etc. grades 4-12? Share with young entrepreneurs so they can join us too!
Apply and more details at https://bit.ly/BWCYEM2024
Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Share Food Share Love Food Pantry:
Located in Brookfield, the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry serves our neighbors in 15 local communities, including Brookfield and LaGrange Park, who struggle with food insecurity by offering nutritional food choices to those in need. Service hours are Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 and Saturday mornings from 10:00-12:00. Waiting room opens 30 minutes early. There's no income verification. No proof of need. We only ask that you provide proof of residence within o
ur 15-village region. If you or someone you know is food insecure, come visit us at 9030 Brookfield Avenue.
Share Food Share Love Food Pantry
Hungry? SFSL is holding a fundraiser at the LaGrange Chipotle on Wednesday, October 9 from 5-9 PM. 25% of all event sales help support the food pantry. If you order online, please use code TKYV296 or show this flyer in the restaurant.