Superstar Families,
Happy Friday!!! It was a tremendous short week at Brook Park that concluded with a fire safety assembly for all of the students. The LaGrange Park firefighters talked about having a plan at home if there is a fire so be prepared for your child/children to possibly talk about your plan. I have attached so helpful information from the Red Cross that can help you with this discussion. There is a ton of information in this week's blast including information about the BPC Fun Run that is happening on November 1st and the BPC Trunk or Treat that happens tonight from 5-6:30 pm outside of Brook Park School.
BPC Brook Park Fun Run Fundraiser: Friday, November 1st
We will be having our annual BPC Brook Park Fun Run Fundraiser on Friday, November 1st (a great way to get active the day after Halloween!). This event will be held at Yena Park at the following times. Parents are welcome to come and spectate this fun event!
4th/5th: 8:05-9:00
K/1st: 9:05-10:00
2nd/3rd: 10:05-11:00
Here is the Key Information to help you during the fundraiser:
💵Fundraising Goal: $25,000
🎁Fundraising Item: gym sound system enhancements and Brook Park Council activities
🎉Kickoff Date (in school): 10/21/2024
👟Event Date: 11/01/2024
All donations will be collected through our fundraising platform: MyBooster.com
How to Get Started on MyBooster.com:
Click “Sign Up”
Enter your School Name
Enter your Information
VERY IMPORTANT! Once you sign up, get started by sharing via Facebook, email and text!
Tips for Success:
Set a goal for how much to raise and make a plan with your student on how to get there.
Share, share, share using our easy online tools!
Make sure to thank everyone that supported you after you reach your goal.
Thank you for helping make our fundraiser a success!
Executive Functioning Focus: Emotional Control
This month we are focusing on the Executive Functioning skill of Emotional Control. Please take a moment to look through some parent resources for Emotional Control put together by our District Behavior Specialist, Katie Johns.
Parent Teacher Conferences-Specials Teachers
The Specials Team teachers will be available to meet on both the in-person and virtual conference days. Conferences with the Specials teachers are optional.
To schedule an in-person conference you can complete that teacher's form. If you have not signed up for a time you are welcome to stop by the specials classroom or space. If we are meeting with someone please wait outside. If you would prefer a virtual conference you must sign up for a time. If you would like to sign up for a conference with one of the Specials teachers, please use the link here.
BPC Room Parents' Halloween classroom parties are on Thursday, October 31 from 9:00-10:00 am! Please help run the party in your child's classroom. All important grownups in your student's life are welcome: grandparents, adult siblings, etc! Sign up on the All Grades Volunteer SignUp Genius here.
Supply donation requests on separate SignUp Geniuses here:
KINDER supplies
FIRST supplies
SECOND supplies
THIRD supplies
FOURTH supplies
FIFTH supplies
Questions? [email protected]
Brook Park Council:
Superstar Fun Run Fundraiser kicks off on Monday! Create your MyBooster.com account today and help us reach our fundraising goals!
BPC Membership Drive is in full swing! Join today by visiting 2024-2025 Memberships | BROOK PARK COUNCIL (square.site)
Upcoming events
-Trunk or Treat - October 18 (tonight's the night!) 5-6:30pm!
-Sweets with Someone Special - November 1, 7am, including gluten-free options (we heard you!) Stay to cheer on students at the Fun Run
-Fun Run - November 1 - 8:30-11am, cheer us on at Yena Park, weather permitting
-Volunteers Needed to pass out prizes for the Fun Run. Sign up at Fun Run Volunteers (google.com)
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 our 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