We had a great day at Anne Fox!  The students participated in an Escape Room activity.  Each classroom had to complete a puzzle to find the code that would “unlock” them from their classroom.  Once they escaped (luckily we all made it!) the students came down to the gym.  Each grade level used their code to unlock the master locks.  When the chest was free from the constraints we learned that we are going to have a spirit week the week we return from spring break!  Our state testing for grades 3-6 is coming up the week of April 8th and we want to get our students movtivated!  Please see the below schedule:

Monday: 80’s Day (we will rock this test)

Tuesday: No School

Wednesday: Sports Wear (teachers are your biggest fans)

Thursday: Twinning Day (double check your work)

Friday: PJ Day (relax and do your best)

We hope you have a wonderful spring break.  See you April 1st!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

Be on the lookout for a special letter delivered to your house by your friendly mail person.  Your child has sent you a special something!  Below you will find the latest Anne Fox updates. Please note this will be the last update until after spring break.

Band Concert

Tuesday March 19^th, 5th & 6th grade band students have a concert at Addams at 7pm.

World’s Finest Fundraiser

Please see the attached flyer for details of our new chocolate fundraiser, just in time for Easter delivery.  All items are just $6 or $7 and proceeds will support our school PBIS recognition programs.

Fox Worlds Finest Easter Fundraiser.pdf

PTA Updates

PTA SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP

As part of its commitment to life-long learning, the Schaumburg Township Council of PTA’s (STC) offers scholarships for summer programs/camps to District 54 students currently in Kindergarten through 7th grade who wish to broaden their education, talents, and experiences.

Applicants must have a parent/guardian that is a current PTA member. The due date is Monday, April 1st. I have included the cover letter and application documents. To apply online, click the link https://pta.sd54.org/2019/02/27/elementary-scholarship-applications-available/  It’s hard to believe , but summer will be here before we know it.

PTA April Hot Lunch

The attachment below will provide you with the April Hot Lunch form.

April 2019 Hot food order.pdf

Registration for 2019/2020 School Year

Registration for the 2019/2020 year will be available through the parent portal starting Monday, April 1, 2019.

If you do not have a parent portal account, you should have received an email on March 15 with instructions and a link to do so.

Beginning this year, the district is contracting with a third-party vendor to automatically verify student address information. If your residency is verified electronically, you will not need to submit any additional paperwork to certify that you live within the district’s boundaries. To verify residency, the vendor will use a parent’s name and address to crosscheck the information against electronic databases from other organizations, such as utility companies.

We anticipate most addresses will be verified electronically. If we cannot verify your address electronically, we will send you a letter detailing what additional information you will need to provide in order to register your child for the upcoming school year.

Dates to Remember

• March 25^th-29^th : Spring break
• April 2^nd : No School
• April 25^th:  Save the date for Celebrate Reading and Writing Night: 5:30-7:00

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

We had a great week at Anne Fox.  Today we finished our happiness challenge.  The past five weeks students have been: sharing gratitude, writing about positive memories, meditating, exercising and completing acts of kindness.  These habits have been proven to increase happiness. The challenge culminated today with the students being cheered into school by their teachers.  We even had a visit from Spark the orange frog!

World’s Finest Fundraiser

Please see the attached flyer for details of our new chocolate fundraiser, just in time for Easter delivery.  All items are just $6 or $7 and proceeds will support our school PBIS recognition programs.

Fox Worlds Finest Easter Fundraiser.pdf

PTA Updates

PTA SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP

As part of its commitment to life-long learning, the Schaumburg Township Council of PTA’s (STC) offers scholarships for summer programs/camps to District 54 students currently in Kindergarten through 7th grade who wish to broaden their education, talents, and experiences.

Applicants must have a parent/guardian that is a current PTA member. The due date is Monday, April 1st. I have included the cover letter and application documents. To apply online, click the link https://pta.sd54.org/2019/02/27/elementary-scholarship-applications-available/  It’s hard to believe , but summer will be here before we know it.

2019 STC Summer Scholarship Application.pdf

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for next year is now open.  We were excited to see many families register their upcoming kindergarten student this week.  If you were unable to come this past week, you can register your child at any time during our office hours.  You can access information in regards to what is needed for registration through this link.  As always, you can call the school office if you have any questions.

Registration for 2019/2020 School Year

Registration for the 2019/2020 year will be available through the parent portal starting Monday, April 1, 2019.

If you do not have a parent portal account, you should have received an email on March 15 with instructions and a link to do so.

Beginning this year, the district is contracting with a third-party vendor to automatically verify student address information. If your residency is verified electronically, you will not need to submit any additional paperwork to certify that you live within the district’s boundaries. To verify residency, the vendor will use a parent’s name and address to crosscheck the information against electronic databases from other organizations, such as utility companies.

We anticipate most addresses will be verified electronically. If we cannot verify your address electronically, we will send you a letter detailing what additional information you will need to provide in order to register your child for the upcoming school year.

Dates to Remember

• March 25^th-29^th : Spring break
• April 2^nd : No School

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

Dancing through the hallways at Fox!!  That is what students were doing on Thursday for our “random dance party.”  At four different “random” times the music would play and the students would move!  It was a fun day for all.

PBIS

The Cool Tool for the month of March is Safety First! This Cool Tool focuses on reinforcing all the ways that students can behave safely during arrival, dismissal, and throughout the school day. Help your child practice this Cool Tool at home by asking the following questions:

• How can you be safe in the parking lot?
• Why is it important to use the sidewalk?
• After dismissal, should you wait around the building or head right home?

PTA Updates

PTA SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP

As part of its commitment to life-long learning, the Schaumburg Township Council of PTA’s (STC) offers scholarships for summer programs/camps to District 54 students currently in Kindergarten through 7th grade who wish to broaden their education, talents, and experiences.

Applicants must have a parent/guardian that is a current PTA member. The due date is Monday, April 1st. I have included the cover letter and application documents. To apply online, click the link https://pta.sd54.org/2019/02/27/elementary-scholarship-applications-available/  It’s hard to believe , but summer will be here before we know it.

2019 STC Summer Scholarship Application.pdf

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for next year is now open.  We were excited to see many families register their upcoming kindergarten student this week.  If you were unable to come this past week, you can register your child at any time during our office hours.  You can access information in regards to what is needed for registration through this link.  As always, you can call the school office if you have any questions.

Spanish Speech Contest

MacArthur School will host the annual District 54 Spanish Language Speech Contest on May 2. District 54 students in third through eighth grade are eligible to participate in this event. Contestants will be divided into two categories: Native speakers and Spanish as a second language. The application deadline is April 12. Click here to access the online application. If you have questions, contact Lucrecia Temoczuk at LucreciaTemoczuk@nullsd54.org or (847) 357-6666.

La Escuela MacArthur tendrá el Concurso Anual de Oratoria en Español del Distrito 54 el 2 de mayo. Los estudiantes del Distrito 54 en tercero a octavo grado son elegibles para participar en este evento. Los concursantes se dividirán en dos categorías: hispanohablantes  y español como segundo idioma. La fecha límite para la solicitud es el 12 de abril. Haga clic aquí para acceder a la solicitud en línea. Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con Lucrecia Temoczuk en LucreciaTemoczuk@nullsd54.org  o (847) 357-6666.

Dates to Remember

• March 25^th-29^th : Spring break
• April 2^nd : No School

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

There are five habits that help people maximize their happiness: sharing gratitude’s, exercising 15 minutes per day, journaling about a positive memory, mediation, and performing conscious acts of kindness.  At Fox we have been dedicating the first five minutes each morning to practicing these habits with our students.  Please consider trying some of these positive habits at home as a family.

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for next year is now open.  We were excited to see many families register their upcoming kindergarten student this week.  If you were unable to come this past week, you can register your child at any time during our office hours.  You can access information in regards to what is needed for registration through this link.  As always, you can call the school office if you have any questions.

English Learner (EL) Kindergarten Information Night

If your child is entering kindergarten and you speak another language at home, we would like to invite you to attend the EL Kindergarten Information Night, Tuesday, February 26^th.  The program will take place from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Professional Learning Center, 524 E. Schaumburg Road.  Childcare is available for ages 3 and up.

During the evening, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the programs for English Learner Kindergarten students, Dual Language Programs in District 54 and the language assessment process.   If you, or someone you know, will have a student attending Kindergarten in September, we hope that you will join us for this informative night.

Dates to Remember

• March 25^th-29^th : Spring break (typo in previous Fox Update)
• April 2^nd : No School

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

We enjoyed seeing our Fox families during parent/teachers conferences this week. It is always wonderful to have the opportunity to connect and share the great learning happening in classrooms.  Thank you for partnering with us to ensure your child’s success.

Drop and Go

Please use extreme caution when dropping off your children at school.  Our biggest priority is their safety.  Please be sure they are getting out of the car in a safe location that supports the drop and go system as well as the neighborhood parking signs.

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for next year is now open.  We were excited to see many families register their upcoming kindergarten student this week.  If you were unable to come this past week, you can register your child at any time during our office hours.  You can access information in regards to what is needed for registration through this link.  As always, you can call the school office if you have any questions.

Schaumburg Parent University – February classes

Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. There are two evening programs scheduled for February. Please note that child care is always available.

Family Engineering Night (STEM Night) – 6:30 – 8 p.m. on Feb. 19

Using everyday materials, your family will become engineers who develop solutions to various challenges, build towers, and design an artistic robot. Team up to discover how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) makes all of these things possible. Limited to 50 families.

These events will take place at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Please register by visiting https://goo.gl/TB49x7. For more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-6586 or spu@nullsd54.org

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de febrero

La idea de la Universidad para Padres está diseñada para involucrar más a los padres en la vida escolar, para fortalecer las relaciones familiares, y mejorar los conocimientos de crianza que finalmente resultarán en un mejor éxito académico, social y emocional del estudiante. Hay dos programas nocturnos para febrero. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

Noche de Ingeniería en Familia (Noche de STEM) – 19 de febrero 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Utilizando materiales cotidianos, los miembros de su familia podrán convertirse en ingenieros que desarrollen soluciones para diversos retos, construyan torres y diseñen un robot artístico. Únanse a nosotros para descubrir cómo a través de STEM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) todas estas cosas pueden ser posibles. Espacios limitados a 50 familias.

Estos eventos se llevarán a cabo en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, ubicado en el 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org.

Dates to Remember

• February 18^th:  No school/President’s Day
• March 25^th-29^th : Spring break (typo in previous Fox Update)

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

We hope you are planning to join us tonight at the PTA Valentine’s Day VIP Dance from 5:30-7:30 in the Fox Gym.  There will be pizza, music, dancing and fun!

Drop and Go

Please use extreme caution when dropping off your children at school.  Our biggest priority is their safety.  Please be sure they are getting out of the car in a safe location that supports the drop and go system as well as the neighborhood parking signs.

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten registration for next year is now open.  We were excited to see many families register their upcoming kindergarten student this week.  If you were unable to come this past week, you can register your child at any time during our office hours.  You can access information in regards to what is needed for registration through this link.  As always, you can call the school office if you have any questions.

Schaumburg Parent University – February classes

Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. There are two evening programs scheduled for February. Please note that child care is always available.

Family Engineering Night (STEM Night) – 6:30 – 8 p.m. on Feb. 19

Using everyday materials, your family will become engineers who develop solutions to various challenges, build towers, and design an artistic robot. Team up to discover how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) makes all of these things possible. Limited to 50 families.

These events will take place at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Please register by visiting https://goo.gl/TB49x7. For more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-6586 or spu@nullsd54.org

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de febrero

La idea de la Universidad para Padres está diseñada para involucrar más a los padres en la vida escolar, para fortalecer las relaciones familiares, y mejorar los conocimientos de crianza que finalmente resultarán en un mejor éxito académico, social y emocional del estudiante. Hay dos programas nocturnos para febrero. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

Noche de Ingeniería en Familia (Noche de STEM) – 19 de febrero 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Utilizando materiales cotidianos, los miembros de su familia podrán convertirse en ingenieros que desarrollen soluciones para diversos retos, construyan torres y diseñen un robot artístico. Únanse a nosotros para descubrir cómo a través de STEM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) todas estas cosas pueden ser posibles. Espacios limitados a 50 familias.

Estos eventos se llevarán a cabo en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, ubicado en el 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org.

Dates to Remember

• February 14^th: 11:40 dismissal / Parent-Teacher Conferences
• February 15^th: Parent-Teacher Conferences / No School
• February 18^th:  No school/President’s Day
• March 22^nd-25^th: Spring break

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

This has certainly been a week that we will not forget.  Thank you for your flexibility with school being canceled in order to ensure that all of our students, families and staff were safe during the extreme weather.  We look forward to seeing your children on Monday.

PBIS Update

As a reminder PBIS stands for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.  The PBIS Cool Tool for the month of February is Be a Problem Solver. This Cool Tool encourages students to be active problem solvers throughout the day. Students face problems, big or small, every day and the purpose of this Cool Tool is to teach students strategies on how to find a solution.

Drop and Go

To keep the flow of our drop and go system moving please try to arrive at school between 8:25-8:30 to avoid being stuck behind busses.  We cannot allow cars to pass busses and this backs up the flow of traffic. Thank you.

Kindergarten Registration

On Wednesday, February 6 we will be hosting Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is intended for any incoming Fox-based kindergarteners for the 2019-2020 school year.  Registration will take place at Fox School from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.

News from the Nurse

Please see the attached from Mrs. Traina for details on our dental clinic.

The_Dentist_Is_Coming’19.doc

5 Essentials Survey

Once again we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5 Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through February 15, 2019, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.

Schaumburg Parent University – February classes

Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. There are two evening programs scheduled for February. Please note that child care is always available.

Don’t Try Harder, Try Different – 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 5

Patrick B. McGrath, Ph.D., will talk through the seven themes of his stress management workbook. Learn how to recognize and challenge your thinking errors as well as learn about the Safety Seeking Behaviors that you often find yourself doing that keep you stuck in stress, even if you feel good doing those behaviors. Adults only.

Family Engineering Night (STEM Night) – 6:30 – 8 p.m. on Feb. 19

Using everyday materials, your family will become engineers who develop solutions to various challenges, build towers, and design an artistic robot. Team up to discover how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) makes all of these things possible. Limited to 50 families.

These events will take place at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Please register by visiting https://goo.gl/TB49x7. For more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-6586 or spu@nullsd54.org

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de febrero

La idea de la Universidad para Padres está diseñada para involucrar más a los padres en la vida escolar, para fortalecer las relaciones familiares, y mejorar los conocimientos de crianza que finalmente resultarán en un mejor éxito académico, social y emocional del estudiante. Hay dos programas nocturnos para febrero. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

No intentes arduamente, intenta diferente – 5 de febrero 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

El Sr. Patrick B. McGrath, Ph.D., hablará acerca de los siete temas de su cuaderno de trabajo para el manejo del estrés. Aprenderán cómo reconocer y desafiar sus errores de pensamiento. También aprenderán sobre conductas de búsqueda de seguridad que a menudo establecemos al hacer cosas que nos mantienen atrapados en situaciones estresantes, aun cuando nos sentimos bien con estas conductas. Sólo para adultos.

Noche de Ingeniería en Familia (Noche de STEM) – 19 de febrero 6:30 – 8 p.m.

Utilizando materiales cotidianos, los miembros de su familia podrán convertirse en ingenieros que desarrollen soluciones para diversos retos, construyan torres y diseñen un robot artístico. Únanse a nosotros para descubrir cómo a través de STEM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) todas estas cosas pueden ser posibles. Espacios limitados a 50 familias.

Estos eventos se llevarán a cabo en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, ubicado en el 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org.

Dates to Remember

• February 14^th: 11:40 dismissal / Parent-Teacher Conferences
• February 15^th: Parent-Teacher Conferences / No School
• February 18^th:  No school/President’s Day
• March 22^nd-25^th: Spring break

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway