It was great to see so many Fox Families at this year’s Holiday Gift Mart!  It is a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season.  This will be the final community email until after winter break, please see below for the latest Anne Fox updates.

Spirit Week (December 17-21)

Monday: Hat Day/Holiday Headwear

Tuesday: Sports Day

Wednesday: Fun/Crazy Holiday Sweaters

Thursday: Fox T-shirt

Friday: Pajama Day

Jet’s Pizza Day – January 16^th, 2019

Thank you to all the families that have participated in our Jet’s Pizza Day hot lunch! See the attached flyer for the order form for the January 16^th Jet’s Pizza Day, which is due Friday, December 21^st.

FOX JETS PIZZA ORDER FORM.pdf

5 Essentials Survey

Once again we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials 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.

2019 Multicultural Event Performance Information and Interest Form

District 54 is once again excited to host our annual Multicultural Event in collaboration with the Schaumburg Park District. Our event will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) in Schaumburg. During the event, student groups have the opportunity to give performances that reflect various cultures.

If you are interested in performing, please complete and submit the online Performance Interest Form no later than Monday, December 17. More information can be found on the Performance Information Flyer.

There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, December 6 at 3:30 p.m. at the Professional Learning Center, 524 E. Schaumburg Road. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the performances, as well as how you might be able to help with the event.

If you have questions about the Performance Interest Form or the informational meeting, please contact Nancy Hellstrom at (847) 357-5068 or Nicole Lumpp at (847) 357-5072.

Evento Multicultural 2019 Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones

Una vez más el Distrito 54 está entusiasmado de poder presentar una vez mas nuestro evento multicultural anual en colaboración con el Distrito de Parques de Schaumburg.  Este evento se llevará a cabo el sábado 16 de marzo de 2019 en el Community Recreation Center (CRC) en Schaumburg. Durante el evento, los estudiantes tienen la oportunidad de presentar actos grupales que reflejen diversas culturas.

Si usted está interesado en presentar un acto, complete y someta el Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones en línea a más tardar el lunes 17 de diciembre. Puede encontrar más información en el folleto de información sobre actuaciones.

Habrá una reunión informativa el jueves 6 de diciembre a las 3:30 p.m. en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional (524 E. Schaumburg Road). Durante esta reunión, usted tendrá la oportunidad aprender más sobre los requisitos para someter actuaciones y también como usted puede ayudarnos con el evento.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el formulario de interés para presentar actuaciones y/o la reunión informativa, por favor, siéntase en la libertad de ponerse en contacto con Nancy Hellstrom (847) 357-5068 o Nicole Lumpp (847) 357-5072.

Dates to Remember

• December 24^th – January 4^th: Winter Break
• January 21^st: MLK Day / No School
• January 30^th: 11:40 dismissal / Teacher Inservice
• February 14^th: 11:40 dismissal / Parent-Teacher Conferences
• February 15^th: Parent-Teacher Conferences / No School

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

Thank you to all the families that were able to attend out Title I Night last night! It was an evening of fun and activities.  We know it is not always easy to return to school during the week, but we hope you enjoyed the evening.  Please read below for the latest Anne Fox updates.

Holiday Gift Mart

The Holiday Gift Mart is SATURDAY!  We are extremely excited that Mission Church will once again bless our families with this event.  The Gift Mart will take place on Saturday, December 8^th from 10:00- 2:00 at Anne Fox School. Invitations were sent home last week please be sure to return the response at the bottom of the letter if you plan to attend.  We hope to see many of our families on Saturday!

Spirit Week (December 17-21)

Monday: Hat Day/Holiday Headwear

Tuesday: Sports Day

Wednesday: Fun/Crazy Holiday Sweaters

Thursday: Fox T-shirt

Friday: Pajama Day

6^th Grade Parent Night at Addams Junior High

Throughout the month of November, Ms. Phelan, the assistant principal at Jane Addams Junior High has visited the elementary feeder schools in preparation for next school year.  Sixth grade students received an overview of a typical day in junior high, learned about the different elective course options and extracurricular opportunities, and had an opportunity to have their questions answered.  Next year’s scheduling is around the corner, so be on the lookout for your child’s elective selection sheet. The elective course selection sheets are due back on December 14.  In addition to helping the students adjust, the junior highs are also offering a parent night to be held on Wednesday, December 12  from 6:00-7:00pm where you can come and learn about your child’s school for next year. For our Dual Language and Chinese Immersion families, there will be a presentation from 5:30-6:00pm that will provide specific information about the program your child is enrolled in.

2019 Multicultural Event Performance Information and Interest Form

District 54 is once again excited to host our annual Multicultural Event in collaboration with the Schaumburg Park District. Our event will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) in Schaumburg. During the event, student groups have the opportunity to give performances that reflect various cultures.

If you are interested in performing, please complete and submit the online Performance Interest Form no later than Monday, December 17. More information can be found on the Performance Information Flyer.

There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, December 6 at 3:30 p.m. at the Professional Learning Center, 524 E. Schaumburg Road. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the performances, as well as how you might be able to help with the event.

If you have questions about the Performance Interest Form or the informational meeting, please contact Nancy Hellstrom at (847) 357-5068 or Nicole Lumpp at (847) 357-5072.

Evento Multicultural 2019 Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones

Una vez más el Distrito 54 está entusiasmado de poder presentar una vez mas nuestro evento multicultural anual en colaboración con el Distrito de Parques de Schaumburg.  Este evento se llevará a cabo el sábado 16 de marzo de 2019 en el Community Recreation Center (CRC) en Schaumburg. Durante el evento, los estudiantes tienen la oportunidad de presentar actos grupales que reflejen diversas culturas.

Si usted está interesado en presentar un acto, complete y someta el Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones en línea a más tardar el lunes 17 de diciembre. Puede encontrar más información en el folleto de información sobre actuaciones.

Habrá una reunión informativa el jueves 6 de diciembre a las 3:30 p.m. en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional (524 E. Schaumburg Road). Durante esta reunión, usted tendrá la oportunidad aprender más sobre los requisitos para someter actuaciones y también como usted puede ayudarnos con el evento.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el formulario de interés para presentar actuaciones y/o la reunión informativa, por favor, siéntase en la libertad de ponerse en contacto con Nancy Hellstrom (847) 357-5068 o Nicole Lumpp (847) 357-5072.

Dates to Remember

Winter Break:  December 24^th – January 4^th

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving break with family and friends.  Mother Nature gave us extended time away, but we had a wonderful four days back to school this week.  MAP testing is underway and students are focused and working hard.

PBIS

The Cool Tool for the month of December is Commit to a Positive Attitude. This Cool Tool focuses on starting each day with an open and positive attitude! As well as, persevering through challenges with a positive mindset.

Holiday Gift Mart

The Holiday Gift Mart is just days away!  We are extremely excited that Mission Church will once again bless our families with this event.  The Gift Mart will take place on Saturday, December 8^th from 10:00- 2:00 at Anne Fox School.

Title I Night

Please save the date! Wednesday, December 5 will be our second annual Title I Night, here at Fox. Doors open at 5:45 with a presentation for parents beginning at 6:00. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about ways your student is supported in school through Title I Funding. Families will play educational games with one another, try out our new VR goggles and may even win a raffle prizes! Each family will receive math and reading games to take home. Childcare will be provided. Hope to see you there!

6^th Grade Parent Night at Addams Junior High

Throughout the month of November, Ms. Phelan, the assistant principal at Jane Addams Junior High has visited the elementary feeder schools in preparation for next school year.  Sixth grade students received an overview of a typical day in junior high, learned about the different elective course options and extracurricular opportunities, and had an opportunity to have their questions answered.  Next year’s scheduling is around the corner, so be on the lookout for your child’s elective selection sheet. The elective course selection sheets are due back on December 14.  In addition to helping the students adjust, the junior highs are also offering a parent night to be held on Wednesday, December 12  from 6:00-7:00pm where you can come and learn about your child’s school for next year. For our Dual Language and Chinese Immersion families, there will be a presentation from 5:30-6:00pm that will provide specific information about the program your child is enrolled in.

6th grade flier 2018.pdf

Chocolate Time

It is time for our winter fundraiser with World’s Finest Chocolate, sponsored by the Fox Office!  During Nov.1-26, choose from a variety of items at $7 or less including a solid milk chocolate Santa.  Proceeds will support the cost of Student Planners and our Fox Student and Staff Recognition Programs.  See the attached flyer for full details.

Worlds Finest Chocolates.pdf

Report Cards Online Nov. 21

Parents/guardians were able to view report cards online this semester on Nov. 21. I highly encourage you to sign up for the District 54 Infinite Campus Parent/Student Portal. The portal is a website and app where parents and guardians can view their children’s grades, assignments, immunizations, test scores, demographic information and report cards. If you have not previously logged on to the portal, contact our front office for instructions on how to obtain a secure Campus Portal Activation Key.

Schaumburg Parent University – December class

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 is one evening program scheduled for December. Please note that child care is always available.

Get Your Game On – December 4:  Monopoly your game choice? Maybe Pictionary? They got nothing on this night! Come to our Family Game Night and not only will you learn new games, you are will make them from scratch! In this session families will create and play their own games; an hour of uninterrupted, no electronic, family together time. The best part is you get to take your game home with you so that the fun can continue! Parents and students in kindergarten and older are welcome. This event will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on December 4, 2018, at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Get You Game On Flyer

To register or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-6586 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clase de diciembre

La idea de la Universidad para Padres es envolver más a los padres in 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 un programa nocturno para diciembre. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

Trae tu major jugada – 4 de diciembre:  ¿Es Monopolio tu juego preferido? ¿Tal vez “Pictionary”? ¡No son los que jugaras esta noche! Ven a nuestra Noche Familiar de Juegos y aprenderás nuevos juegos. ¡También, los construirás! En esta sesión las familias tendrán una hora llena de diversión en la que podrán crear y jugar su propio juego de mesa. Juntos tendrán una hora sin interrupciones y libre de electrónicos. La mejor parte es que podrán llevar el juego a casa para continuar con la diversion. Solo para padres y estudiantes de Kínder a sexto. Este evento tendrá lugar de 5:30 a 6:30 p.m. el 4 de diciembre de 2018, en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Trae tu major jugada

Regístrese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org. Por favor, dejar su nombre, información de contacto, número de participantes, número de niños necesitando cuidado de niños (gratis) y la escuela de su hijo/a. Los intérpretes están disponibles por solicitud.

2019 Multicultural Event Performance Information and Interest Form

District 54 is once again excited to host our annual Multicultural Event in collaboration with the Schaumburg Park District. Our event will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) in Schaumburg. During the event, student groups have the opportunity to give performances that reflect various cultures.

If you are interested in performing, please complete and submit the online Performance Interest Form no later than Monday, December 17. More information can be found on the Performance Information Flyer.

There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, December 6 at 3:30 p.m. at the Professional Learning Center, 524 E. Schaumburg Road. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the performances, as well as how you might be able to help with the event.

If you have questions about the Performance Interest Form or the informational meeting, please contact Nancy Hellstrom at (847) 357-5068 or Nicole Lumpp at (847) 357-5072.

Evento Multicultural 2019 Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones

Una vez más el Distrito 54 está entusiasmado de poder presentar una vez mas nuestro evento multicultural anual en colaboración con el Distrito de Parques de Schaumburg.  Este evento se llevará a cabo el sábado 16 de marzo de 2019 en el Community Recreation Center (CRC) en Schaumburg. Durante el evento, los estudiantes tienen la oportunidad de presentar actos grupales que reflejen diversas culturas.

Si usted está interesado en presentar un acto, complete y someta el Formulario de Información e Interés para Actuaciones en línea a más tardar el lunes 17 de diciembre. Puede encontrar más información en el folleto de información sobre actuaciones.

Habrá una reunión informativa el jueves 6 de diciembre a las 3:30 p.m. en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional (524 E. Schaumburg Road). Durante esta reunión, usted tendrá la oportunidad aprender más sobre los requisitos para someter actuaciones y también como usted puede ayudarnos con el evento.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el formulario de interés para presentar actuaciones y/o la reunión informativa, por favor, siéntase en la libertad de ponerse en contacto con Nancy Hellstrom (847) 357-5068 o Nicole Lumpp (847) 357-5072.

Dates to Remember

• MAP testing begins: November 26^th – December 7^th
• Winter Break:  December 26^th – January 4^th

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

We started off this wonderful week at Fox by recognizing the Veterans in our community! Third, fifth and sixth grades invited Veterans in for an assembly where students had the opportunity to listen to their stories, ask questions, and share thanks for their service. Other grade levels learned about the different areas of the Armed Forces and found ways to share appreciation for our Veterans.

Message from PTA

Kitchen is closed!  Head over to Jets pizza next Tuesday, 11/20, 15% of ALL sales will come back to Fox Students.  See the attached flyer for details.

Jets 112018.pdf

Title I Night

Please save the date! Wednesday, December 5 will be our second annual Title I Night, here at Fox. Doors open at 5:45 with a presentation for parents beginning at 6:00. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about ways your student is supported in school through Title I Funding. Families will play educational games with one another, try out our new VR goggles and may even win a raffle prizes! Each family will receive math and reading games to take home. Childcare will be provided. Hope to see you there!

Reminder From the Fox Nurse

There is a State of Illinois law that requires all Kindergarten / Second / 6th grade students to have a completed Dental examination done by May 18-19 school year. Dental letters were sent home this past week.  If your student had a dental exam done during this school year, please send it to school with your child.  Your dentist can also fax me your child’s dental form to 630 -736-3501. If you have any questions please me call at 630-736-3551.

Chocolate Time

It is time for our winter fundraiser with World’s Finest Chocolate, sponsored by the Fox Office!  During Nov.1-26, choose from a variety of items at $7 or less including a solid milk chocolate Santa.  Proceeds will support the cost of Student Planners and our Fox Student and Staff Recognition Programs.  See the attached flyer for full details.

Worlds Finest Chocolates.pdf

Report Cards Online Nov. 21

Parents/guardians will be able to view report cards online this semester on Nov. 21. I want to ensure that all of our parents have access to this early viewing of the report card, so I highly encourage you to sign up for the District 54 Infinite Campus Parent/Student Portal. The portal is a website and app where parents and guardians can view their children’s grades, assignments, immunizations, test scores, demographic information and report cards. If you have not previously logged on to the portal, contact our front office for instructions on how to obtain a secure Campus Portal Activation Key.

Boletas de calificaciones en-línea para 21 de noviembre
Los padres/guadianés podrán ver las boletas de calificaciones en línea este semestre el 21 de noviembre. Quiero asegurarme de que todos nuestros padres tengan acceso a la tarjeta de calificaciones en línea, por lo que le animo a que se inscriba en el Portal de Padres/Estudiantes del Distrito 54 de Infinite Campus. El portal es un sitio web y una aplicación donde Los padres y los guardianes pueden ver las calificaciones de sus hijos, las asignaciones, las vacunas, los resultados de las pruebas, la información demográfica y también las boletas de calificaciones. Si no ha recibido acceso previo  al portal, póngase en contacto con nuestra oficina para obtener instrucciones sobre cómo recibir una Clave de activación segura  para el portal de padres.

District 54 Cold Weather Response Plan

In order to help parents better prepare for the severe cold weather and snow we often get during winters in our community, I wanted to share with you the District 54 Severe Cold Weather Response Plan. Though District 54 makes every effort to keep our schools open and operational, circumstances beyond our control oftentimes dictate school closings.

El Plan del Distrito 54 para Responder a las Inclemencias del Tiempo Frio

Con el fin de ayudarles a prepararse para las inclemencias del tiempo frío y la nieve que a menudo recibimos durante el invierno en nuestra comunidad, quisiera compartir con ustedes el Plan del Distrito 54 para responder a las inclemencias del tiempo frio. Aunque el Distrito 54 hace todos los esfuerzos para mantener las escuelas abiertas y funcionando, a veces circunstancias fuera de nuestro control dictan la cancelación de clases.

Dates to Remember

• November 21-23 No School/Thanksgiving Break
• November 26^th MAP testing begins

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway

The boots and gloves are officially out of storage.  Please encourage your child to wear the proper outerwear for the change in weather.  We want them to enjoy recess with their friends.

PBIS

The Cool Tool for the month of October is Mind your Manners. This Cool Tool encourages student to make a special effort to be polite to everyone by using kind words and thoughtful actions! Help your student practice this Cool Tool at home by helping them remember to say please and thank you.

Chocolate Time

It is time for our winter fundraiser with World’s Finest Chocolate, sponsored by the Fox Office!  During Nov.1-26, choose from a variety of items at $7 or less including a solid milk chocolate Santa.  Proceeds will support the cost of Student Planners and our Fox Student and Staff Recognition Programs.  See the attached flyer for full details.

Worlds Finest Chocolates.pdf

District 54 Cold Weather Response Plan

In order to help parents better prepare for the severe cold weather and snow we often get during winters in our community, I wanted to share with you the District 54 Severe Cold Weather Response Plan. Though District 54 makes every effort to keep our schools open and operational, circumstances beyond our control oftentimes dictate school closings.

El Plan del Distrito 54 para Responder a las Inclemencias del Tiempo Frio

Con el fin de ayudarles a prepararse para las inclemencias del tiempo frío y la nieve que a menudo recibimos durante el invierno en nuestra comunidad, quisiera compartir con ustedes el Plan del Distrito 54 para responder a las inclemencias del tiempo frio. Aunque el Distrito 54 hace todos los esfuerzos para mantener las escuelas abiertas y funcionando, a veces circunstancias fuera de nuestro control dictan la cancelación de clases.

Schaumburg Parent University – November 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 November. Please note that child care is always available.

Mindful Meditation – November 14

As part of our ongoing focus on student wellness, we invite parents and their children to join us in learning how to use the power of something super simple – your breath – to improve concentration, reduce stress, improve quality of sleep and help you handle your response (both emotional and physical) to outside circumstances and situations. Please bring your own yoga mat or a towel to sit on during meditation. This event will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on November 14, 2018, at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Mindful Meditation Flyer

To register or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-6586 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de noviembre

La idea de la Universidad para Padres es envolver más a los padres in 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 noviembre. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

Meditación de Plenitud Mental – 14 de noviembre

Como parte de nuestro enfoque continuo en el bienestar de los estudiantes, invitamos a los padres y sus hijos a unirse a nosotros para aprender a usar el poder de algo súper simple: su respiración – para mejorar la concentración, reducir el estrés, mejorar la calidad del sueño y ayudarlo a manejar su respuesta (tanto emocional como física) a circunstancias y situaciones externas. Por favor traiga su propia estera de yoga o una toalla para sentarse durante la meditación.  Este evento tendrá lugar de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. el 14 de noviembre de 2018, en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Meditación de Plenitud Mental 

Regístrese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org. Por favor, dejar su nombre, información de contacto, número de participantes, número de niños necesitando cuidado de niños (gratis) y la escuela de su hijo/a. Los intérpretes están disponibles por solicitud.

Dates to Remember

• November 9^th Last day of the first trimester
• November 21-23 No School/Thanksgiving Break

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell and Colleen Conway