Dear Anne Fox Community,
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Our priority at Anne Fox is to ensure students are safe. This includes arrival and dismissal time. If you are driving your child to school, please utilize the Drop and Go system that will be in place until Spring Break. The parking lot is open from 8:20-8:32 and supervised by staff. This will eliminate students being dropped off on side streets and dangerous intersections. We appreciate your cooperation with this important matter.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)
The Cool Tool for the month of February is Pride in our Spaces. This Cool Tool encourages students to take pride in our school by taking care of the building. We will be focusing on how we can keep things clean in all areas of our school like the hallway, classroom, the gym, and the restrooms.

Jet’s Pizza – February Order Form
Our February Jet’s Pizza order form was sent home last week – look for the bright neon green order form!  Please complete one form per student and return by January 31, 2020.   Thank you for supporting our PBIS recognition programs. Jets Pizza February Order Form.pdf

Kindergarten Registration
On Wednesday, February 5th we will host Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is intended for any incoming Fox-based kindergarteners for the 2020-2021 school year.  Registration will take place at Anne Fox School from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.  If your child turns 5 years old on or before September 1, 2020 and your family is new to District 54 please read what you need to do to register for kindergarten.

Families new to District 54 should go to http://sd54.org/registration to begin your registration before February 5th.  Print the confirmation you receive and bring it to your neighborhood school on February 6th. Current District 54 families, with new kindergarteners, need to register through their Parent Portal account.

Along with the printed confirmation, you will need to bring your student’s original birth certificate (no copies) showing the student was born on or before September 1, 2015 (State of Illinois regulation).

Families new to District 54 must provide proof of residency on February 5, 2020.  All documents provided must be current, valid for 2020-2021, and reflect name and addresses within the school boundary.  Below are items that are needed to prove residency:

• At least one of the following documents: The most recent real estate tax bill for residency showing owner as the taxpayer, or a signed lease for the residence including a beginning and end date, or a closing statement for the purchase of the residence.
• And at least two of the following documents: Illinois driver’s license, gas, water, electricity, internet, television, telephone bill or letter confirming service connection, public assistance documentation, voter registration card, home or vehicle insurance certificate, Illinois automobile registration, or receipt for local city vehicle sticker where applicable.

From the Nurse
Causes for sore throats include viruses, bacteria and allergens. Viruses are the most frequent cause. Strep throat is a bacterial infection caused by A Streptococcus bacteria.

Symptoms

·         Sore throat

·         Fever that begins suddenly

·         Red throat, sometimes with white patches

·         Tender, swollen glands in neck

·         Vomiting

Diagnosis

·         Throat culture performed by medical professional

·         Rapid strep test is quicker but is not as reliable

Transmission

·         Spread by person-to-person contact

·         Spread indirectly through articles soiled with nasal secretions or saliva

·         Symptoms begin 1-3 days after exposure to illness

Treatment

·         Antibiotics are prescribed and taken as directed by physician

·         Student should remain home from school for 24-48 hours after starting the antibiotics

·         Student should remain home until they are fever free for 24 hours (without fever reducing medication)

·         Follow the course of treatment to prevent complications such as rheumatic fever

If your child develops symptoms similar to those of strep infection, please contact your physician. Inform the school nurse of a confirmed case. Remember that good hand washing is the number one way to prevent the spread of communicable disease.

Causas del dolor de garganta incluyen virus, bacterias y alérgenos. Los virus son la causa más frecuente. La faringitis estreptocócica es una infección bacteriana causada por la bacteria A estreptocócica.

Síntomas

·         Dolor de garganta

·         Fiebre que comienza repentinamente

·         Garganta roja, algunas veces con manchas blancas

·         Las glándulas del cuello se ponen suaves e inflamadas

·         Vómitos

Diagnóstico

·         Mediante un cultivo de la garganta realizado por un doctor

·         Una prueba rápida de estreptococo es más rápida pero no es tan confiable

Causas

·         Transmitida por contacto de persona a persona

·         Transmitida indirectamente a través de objetos contaminados con secreción nasal o saliva

·         Los síntomas comienzan 1-3 días después de haber estado expuesto a la enfermedad

Tratamiento

·         Los antibióticos prescritos por el doctor deben ser tomados tal como él lo indique

·         El estudiante debe permanecer en casa de 24-48 horas después de comenzar con los antibióticos

·         Los estudiantes deben permanecer en casa hasta que estén libres de fiebre durante 24 horas (sin medicamentos para reducir la fiebre)

·         Seguir el curso del tratamiento para evitar complicaciones como fiebre reumática

Si su hijo/a desarrolla síntomas similares a los de la infección por estreptococo(faringitis), por favor contacte a su doctor. Informe a la enfermera de la escuela de un caso confirmado. Recuerde que lavarse bien las manos es una de las mejores maneras para prevenir la transmisión de enfermedades contagiosas.

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

• Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30
• According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1). Vaping flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 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 enero
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. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

• “Vaping” Nuevas tendencias e impacto en nuestra juventud – 30 de enero
• Según la Asociación Americana de Pulmones, más de 3.6 millones de estudiantes de en escuelas  secundarias y preparatorias en Estados Unidos  reportaron haber usado cigarrillos electrónicos en los últimos 30 días. Esta presentación ayudará a los padres a aprender más sobre los peligros de los cigarrillos electrónicos (”vaping”) y cómo detectar si sus hijos los están usando. Nuestros presentadores también discutirán cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre el uso de drogas y cómo ayudarlos a dejar estos productos adictivos. Este evento es para los padres y sus hijos (de edad preadolescentes en adelante). Sera presentado en inglés y español por el Departamento de Policía de Elk Grove Village y el Centro Kenneth Young. Este evento tendrá lugar de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. el 30 de enero de 2020, en el Centro de Aprendizaje del Distrito 54, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Puerta C1). “Vaping”

Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese 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. Hay interpretes disponibles pero deberá solicitar los mismos al registrarse.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
Please see the link for information about our District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan.

Dates to Remember

• 1/29 Half Day for Teacher In-service- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
• 2/7 Valentine’s Day Dance in Gym 5:30-7:30
• 2/13 Conferences- Half day- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
• 2/14 Conferences- No school for students
• 2/17 President’s Day- No School

Have a great weekend,

Colette Bell & Priscilla Buchanan

Learning is a priority in Room 105 but we sure have fun doing it!

Dear Anne Fox Community,
Please see below on information regarding upcoming kindergarten registration as well as upcoming program offerings.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)
The Cool Tool for the month of January is Self-Control. This Cool Tool focuses on being in control of our own actions. We will be working on controlling our mind and body so we can be ready to learn. When we use self-control we are helping our friends be ready to learn too!

Jet’s Pizza – February Order Form
Our February Jet’s Pizza order form was sent home this week – look for the bright neon green order form!  Please complete one form per student and return by January 31, 2020.   Thank you for supporting our PBIS recognition programs. Jets Pizza February Order Form.pdf

PTA February Hot Lunch
The February PTA Hot Lunch order form was sent home this week with each student.  To order, please complete the order form and submit with payment by Friday, January 24, 2020. February 2020 Hot Lunch Form.pdf

Reproductive System Information for Parents
We would like to invite you to attend an informational meeting regarding the Your Reproductive System (Sex Education) program for fourth, fifth and sixth grade students.  This will be an opportunity for parents to preview the materials presented to the students at the intermediate grade levels.  The presentations are scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – all sessions will be held at the Rafferty Administration Center, in the Professional Learning Center (522 E. Schaumburg Rd., IL 60194).  Dates for the grade level specific presentations are outlined below:

Fourth Grade – Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Fifth Grade – Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Sixth Grade – Thursday, January 23, 2020

The Your Reproductive System unit for students will be taught through your child’s elementary school during the health unit.

If you have any questions regarding the location or dates and times of the presentations please contact the Department of Student Learning at 847/357-5031.

Nos gustaría invitarle a participar en una reunión informativa sobre el programa de educación sexual titulado Tu Sistema Reproductivo (Your Reproductive System) para los estudiantes de cuarto, quinto y sexto grado.  Esta será una oportunidad para que los padres puedan dar una vista previa a los materiales que son presentados a los estudiantes en los niveles de grado intermedio.  Las presentaciones están programadas para comenzar a las 6:00 PM y culminar a 7:00 PM.   Todas las presentaciones se realizan en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Centro de Administración de Rafferty ubicado en: 522 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194.   Las fechas de las presentaciones específicas para cada grado se indican a continuación:

Cuarto grado – martes 21 de enero de 2020
Quinto Grado – miércoles 22 de enero de 2020
Sexto grado – jueves 23 de enero de 2020

La unidad del sistema reproductivo del programa de educación sexual se enseñará los estudiantes en la escuela primaria de su hijo/a durante la unidad de salud.

Si usted tiene alguna pregunta con respecto a la ubicación o las fechas y horas de las presentaciones por favor póngase en contacto con el Departamento de Aprendizaje Estudiantil al (847) 357 – 5031

Kindergarten Registration
District 54 will hold kindergarten registration for the 2020-21 school year on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020. Registration will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. at Fox School.

If your child is currently enrolled at the District 54 Early Learning Center and will be going to kindergarten next year, you do not need to register your child at this time. District 54 offers a free full-day kindergarten program at all of our elementary schools, although options are available for students to attend a half-day program.

A child whose fifth birthday falls on or before Sept. 1, 2020 is eligible to enroll in kindergarten in 2020.

To expedite the registration process, families are encouraged to register online prior to Feb. 5.  If you have a student currently enrolled in District 54, you can register through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account.  If you do not have your login, please contact your child’s school.

Families new to District 54 can register through our Online Registration link.   In either case, parents or guardians will still need to visit their school to present the documentation listed below and sign documents to complete the registration.

For more information on registration, please visit the District 54 website here.

The Dentist Is Coming!
Once again we are pleased to have Smile Illinois-Mobile Dentists return to Fox School February 24, 2020.

The Mobile Dentists’ team will set up a mini-dental office in our building and will provide exams, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatment, sealants as indicated.

Mobile Dentists provides grants to families who require full financial assistance and subsidizes fees for those who need financial aid.  No child is ever turned away by Mobile Dentists/Smile Programs because of financial need.

You can learn more about Mobile Dentists/Smile Programs by going to its website:  www.mobiledentists.com.

If interested in this service, please complete the attached application and return to the Health Office by January 31, 2020. SMILE Dental Form (004).pdf

Parents of Kindergarten, 2^nd, and 6^th grade students: please note that by May 2020 you must show proof that your child has seen the dentist within the past 18 months.  This is a requirement for all children in the State of Illinois. If the Smile Illinois dentist examines your child, you have fulfilled this obligation.

Please call Teresa Roy, Fox Nurse at 630 736-3551 if you have any questions.  Remember to complete all sections and sign the dental form before sending it to the nurse.

Parent 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 Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is available in English and Spanish. Note: the survey will time out and you will need to start over if you don’t finish in one sitting. If you have more than one child, you may complete the survey for each child. You will be asked to select your county and then your child’s school. Be aware that there are often schools with the same or similar names in the state of Illinois.

The state is not providing hard copies of this survey. If you do not have access to a computer, you can visit the Schaumburg Township District Library or call your child’s school and we will let you use a computer at the school to take the survey.

The survey is administered by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago on behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education. If at least 20 percent of parents at a school complete the survey, a supplemental parent report will be generated and shared with schools. We are hoping to meet the target this year in our schools.

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

Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30

According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1).

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 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 enero

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. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

“Vaping” Nuevas tendencias e impacto en nuestra juventud – 30 de enero

Según la Asociación Americana de Pulmones, más de 3.6 millones de estudiantes de en escuelas  secundarias y preparatorias en Estados Unidos  reportaron haber usado cigarrillos electrónicos en los últimos 30 días. Esta presentación ayudará a los padres a aprender más sobre los peligros de los cigarrillos electrónicos (”vaping”) y cómo detectar si sus hijos los están usando. Nuestros presentadores también discutirán cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre el uso de drogas y cómo ayudarlos a dejar estos productos adictivos. Este evento es para los padres y sus hijos (de edad preadolescentes en adelante). Sera presentado en inglés y español por el Departamento de Policía de Elk Grove Village y el Centro Kenneth Young. Este evento tendrá lugar de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. el 30 de enero de 2020, en el Centro de Aprendizaje del Distrito 54, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Puerta C1). “Vaping”

Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese 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. Hay interpretes disponibles pero deberá solicitar los mismos al registrarse.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
Please see the link for information about our District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan.

Dates to Remember

• 1/20: MLK -No school
• 1/29 Half Day for Teacher In-service- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
• 2/7 Valentine’s Day Dance in Gym 5:30-7:30
• 2/13 Conferences- Half day- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
• 2/14 Conferences- No school for students
• 2/17 President’s Day- No School

Have a great weekend,

Colette Bell & Priscilla Buchanan

STEM is a time for Anne Fox students to be creative, collaborative,
use their critical thinking skills as well as have some fun too.

Dear Anne Fox Community,

Happy New Year! We hope you had a wonderful winter break. Since we have returned students have been working hard on getting back into the routine of school. As we visited classrooms this week, students were engaged in setting goals for 2020 and jumping right back into learning. Below are a few updates from our school and district.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)
The Cool Tool for the month of December is Commit to Your Goals. This Cool Tool focuses on working toward all our goals at school! We will be working on encouraging everyone to “Stick with it!” and to “Never give up!” even when things get challenging.

The Dentist Is Coming!
Once again we are pleased to have Smile Illinois-Mobile Dentists return to Fox School February 24, 2020.

The Mobile Dentists’ team will set up a mini-dental office in our building and will provide exams, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatment, sealants as indicated.

Mobile Dentists provides grants to families who require full financial assistance and subsidizes fees for those who need financial aid.  No child is ever turned away by Mobile Dentists/Smile Programs because of financial need.

You can learn more about Mobile Dentists/Smile Programs by going to its website:  www.mobiledentists.com.

If interested in this service, please complete the attached application and return to the Health Office by January 31, 2020.

Parents of Kindergarten, 2^nd, and 6^th grade students: please note that by May 2020 you must show proof that your child has seen the dentist within the past 18 months.  This is a requirement for all children in the State of Illinois. If the Smile Illinois dentist examines your child, you have fulfilled this obligation.

Please call Teresa Roy, Fox Nurse at 630 736-3551 if you have any questions.  Remember to complete all sections and sign the dental form before sending it to the nurse.

American Sign Language (ASL) Classes for Parents
District 54’s Deaf Education teacher is offering free sign language classes for parents within District 54 that are interested in learning! The six-week course will be held at Blackwell Elementary from 6:00-7:30PM on Thursdays (1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13). There are no prerequisites to join and childcare will be offered for those who need it. If you would like to sign up, please contact Mary Jo Morley at 847-357-5123 or maryjomorley@nullsd54.org. If you need additional information, please contact Emily Kulacz at emilykulacz@nullsd54.org.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
Now that we are starting to see a change in our weather, please see the link for information about our District 54 Severe Weather Response plan.

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

Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30

According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1). Vaping flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

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La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de enero

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. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

“Vaping” Nuevas tendencias e impacto en nuestra juventud – 30 de enero

Según la Asociación Americana de Pulmones, más de 3.6 millones de estudiantes de en escuelas  secundarias y preparatorias en Estados Unidos  reportaron haber usado cigarrillos electrónicos en los últimos 30 días. Esta presentación ayudará a los padres a aprender más sobre los peligros de los cigarrillos electrónicos (”vaping”) y cómo detectar si sus hijos los están usando. Nuestros presentadores también discutirán cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre el uso de drogas y cómo ayudarlos a dejar estos productos adictivos. Este evento es para los padres y sus hijos (de edad preadolescentes en adelante). Sera presentado en inglés y español por el Departamento de Policía de Elk Grove Village y el Centro Kenneth Young. Este evento tendrá lugar de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. el 30 de enero de 2020, en el Centro de Aprendizaje del Distrito 54, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Puerta C1). “Vaping”

Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese 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. Hay interpretes disponibles pero deberá solicitar los mismos al registrarse.

Dates to Remember    

1/20: MLK -No school
1/29 Half Day for Teacher In-service- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
2/13 Conferences- Half day- Student dismissal at 11:40 AM
2/14 Conferences- No school for students
2/17 President’s Day- No school

Have a wonderful weekend,

Colette Bell & Priscilla Buchanan

#FoxRocks

3rd Grade Poms Club performed at the Fox Frenzy this morning.

Dear Anne Fox Community,

It is hard to believe that 2020 will be here before we know it. Winter break officially begins at 3:00 today, with our office closing at 4:00. Our office and school will be closed during winter break and we will resume sessions on Monday, January 6th. We wish our families a wonderful holiday break and look forward to connecting again in 2020.

New Information to Share

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)
The Cool Tool for the month of December is Commit to Your Goals. This Cool Tool focuses on working toward all our goals at school! We will be working on encouraging everyone to “Stick with it!” and to “Never give up!” even when things get challenging.

Friendly Reminders

Important Notice From The Office
Thank you to all the parents who call into the office/attendance line each day when your student is late or absent.  Your student’s safety is our top priority.   When they are not in attendance by 8:40am and a message has not been left on the attendance line, the office makes phone calls home for each and every student.  We appreciate your help in minimizing the number of phone calls from the office.  Please leave a message by 8:30am at 1-630-736-3500 (press #1 for the attendance line) when your student is late or absent.  Thank you.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
Now that we are starting to see a change in our weather, please see the link for information about our District 54 Severe Weather Response plan.

Dates to Remember:   
12/23-1/5: Winter Break
1/6: School Back In Session
​​​​​​​1/20: MLK -No School

Have a great winter break!

Colette Bell & Priscilla Buchanan

#FOXROCKS

6th Graders read books with their Kindergarten buddies for the PBIS Celebration.

Dear Anne Fox Community,

The annual Holiday Gift Mart is tomorrow at Anne Fox School. Below is more information regarding this wonderful event hosted by Mission Church.

Holiday Gift Mart
Would you like to purchase AMAZING gifts for your family for only $2.00 each?!  Then come to the Holiday Gift Mart at Anne Fox (hosted by Mission Church).  The gift mart is open on Saturday, December 14th from 10:00-1:00.  Childcare is provided by Anne Fox Staff members.  Your child should have received an invitation in his or her backpack.  We hope to see many of you there!

Jet’s Pizza – January Order Form
Our January Jet’s Pizza order form was sent home this week – please note that due to school days off, we will only have Jet’s Pizza Day on Wednesday, January 15th.   Please submit the order form by Thursday, December 19th.   Many thanks for your participation and support to help raise funds for our PBIS Recognition Programs.

Jet’s Pizza January Order Form.pdf

World’s Finest Chocolates

Great news!  Our World’s Finest Chocolates order has arrived a week early!  Orders were sent home with students earlier this week.  Your support is sincerely appreciated ~ proceeds will be used to purchase Student Planners. Thank you.

Important Notice From The Office
Thank you to all the parents who call into the office/attendance line each day when your student is late or absent.  Your student’s safety is our top priority.   When they are not in attendance by 8:40am and a message has not been left on the attendance line, the office makes phone calls home for each and every student.  We appreciate your help in minimizing the number of phone calls from the office.  Please leave a message by 8:30am at 1-630-736-3500 (press #1 for the attendance line) when your student is late or absent.  Thank you.

Windy City Bulls-Free Ticket
The students will be receiving a worksheet from the Windy City Bulls.  It is from their 3 Point Play program that emphasizes exercise and healthy eating.  Students are encouraged, but not required, to complete this worksheet.  Upon completion, students can turn their worksheets in to me and receive a  voucher for a free ticket to a Windy City Bulls game on Friday, March 6th.  If you have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Bending at andrewbending@nullsd54.org or call at (847)357-2123.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support)
The Cool Tool for the month of December is Commit to Your Goals. This Cool Tool focuses on working toward all our goals at school! We will be working on encouraging everyone to “Stick with it!” and to “Never give up!” even when things get challenging.

Fox Spirit Week
The week of December 16 begins our Fox Spirit Week. Below is the schedule for your child to participate in if they would like.

Monday 12/16: Crazy Sock Day! Wear your favorite holiday socks. 
Tuesday 12/17: School Color Day! Wear blue and yellow/gold and your favorite Fox T-Shirt to show your school spirit.
Wednesday 12/18: Holiday Sweater/Headwear Day! Wear your favorite holiday sweater or holiday headwear. 
Thursday 12/19: Fun 15 Day! Wear your favorite athletic wear. 
Friday 12/20: Pajama Day! Wear your favorite pajamas to get cozy before winter break.

Is My Child Too Sick To Go To School?
A common dilemma that parents face is “when should I keep my child home from school?”  It’s not easy as parents more and more today are juggling the responsibilities of family and work.   Here are some guidelines to follow.

 Know the difference between a cold and the flu:

• Flu is a serious illness and symptoms include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, headache, or muscle aches.  With the flu, symptoms come on very quickly. It is advised to contact the doctor if these symptoms are present.
• Symptoms of a common cold include stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, and hacking cough.  Often, cold symptoms come on gradually.,  Although the common cold is usually not serious, if symptoms are severe, it is a good idea to keep your child home to rest, rather than spread the cold to other children at school.

Keep your child home from school if:

• He has a fever. This means a temperature 100 degrees or higher.
• She has vomited.   Keep your child home until they are symptom free for 24 hours and able to tolerate solid foods
• He has diarrhea.  Encourage good hand washing to prevent the spread to other family members. Keep your child home until they are symptom free for 24 hours and able to tolerate solid foods.
• She is coughing frequently or having any sort of breathing trouble.
• He has a rash that is spreading.  Check with your child’s doctor to see if it is contagious before sending your child back to school.

In order to help prevent the spread of the disease in school, students with a fever equal to or greater than 100 degrees cannot return to school until they are fever free for 24 hours without the use of medications to reduce fever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen. GOOD HAND WASHING IS THE NUMBER ONE PREVENTION.

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¿Está mi hijo/a demasiado enfermo para ir a la escuela?

Un dilema común que enfrentan los padres es cuando nos cuestionamos “¿Cuándo debo mantener a mi hijo/a en casa y no enviarlo a la escuela?”  No es fácil como padres hoy en día hacen malabarismos con las responsabilidades de familia y trabajo.  Aquí le damos algunas pautas a seguir.

Conozca la diferencia entre un resfriado y la gripe:

• La gripe es una enfermedad seria grave y los síntomas incluyen fiebre, escalofríos, tos dolor de garganta, dolor de cabeza, o dolor muscular.  Con la gripe, los síntomas aparecen rápidamente. Se recomienda ponerse en contacto con el doctor si estos síntomas están presentes. Se puede recetar un medicamento antiviral.

• Los síntomas de un resfriado común incluyen congestión nasal, estornudos, dolor de garganta y tos seca. A menudo, los síntomas del resfriado se presentan gradualmente. Aunque el resfriado común por lo general no es grave, si los síntomas son severos, es buena idea mantener a su hijo/a en casa para descansar, en lugar de propagar el resfriado a otros niños en la escuela.

Mantenga a su hijo/a en casa si:

• Tiene fiebre. Esto significa una temperatura igual o mayor de 100 grados.
• Ha vomitado.   Mantenga a su hijo/a en casa hasta que esté libre de síntomas durante 24 horas y sea capaz de tolerar alimentos sólidos.
• Tiene diarrea. Fomente el hábito de lavarse bien las manos para evitar el contagio a otros miembros de la familia. Mantenga a su hijo/a en casa hasta que este libre de síntomas durante 24 horas y sea capaz de tolerar alimentos sólidos.
• Está tosiendo con frecuencia o tiene algún tipo de dificultad para respirar.
• Tiene una erupción que se está extendiendo. Consulte al doctor de su hijo/a para ver si es contagiosa antes de enviar a su hijo/a a la escuela.

Con el fin de ayudar a prevenir la propagación de la enfermedad en la escuela, los estudiantes con una fiebre igual o mayor a 100 grados, no pueden regresar a la escuela hasta que estén libres de fiebre por 24 horas sin el uso de medicamentos para reducir la fiebre, como el acetaminophen (Tylenol) o el ibuprofeno.

EL BUEN LAVADO DE MANOS ES LA PREVENCIÓN NÚMERO UNO.

Dates to Remember

• 12/14: Gift Mart 10:00-1:00
• 12/17: Fox Frenzy (wear your Anne Fox t-shirts)
• 12/23-1/5: Winter Break
• 1/6: School Back In Session

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell, Principal
Twitter: @CBell_Fox

Priscilla Buchanan, Assistant Principal
Twitter: @PriscillaBuch3

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Fox staff eagerly waiting for our families on Title I Night

Dear Anne Fox Community,

Thank you to the 52 families who made it to our annual Title I Night. We hope you enjoyed playing math and literacy games with your child as well as participating in a fun STEM activity. There are many wonderful advantages of being in a Title I school like Anne Fox and this night allowed us to share this information with you.

Holiday Gift Mart

Would you like to purchase AMAZING gifts for your family for only $2.00 each?!  Then come to the Holiday Gift Mart at Anne Fox (hosted by Mission Church). The gift mart is open on Saturday, December 14th from 10:00-1:00.  Childcare is provided by Anne Fox Staff members. Your child should have received an invitation in his or her backpack. We hope to see many of you there!

Addams Junior High 6th Grade Parent Night

Throughout the month of November, Mr. Musselman, 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 13.  In addition to helping the students adjust, the junior highs are also offering a parent night to be held on Wednesday, December 11 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.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Support)

The Cool Tool for the month of December is Commit to Your Goals. This Cool Tool focuses on working toward all our goals at school! We will be working on encouraging everyone to “Stick with it!” and to “Never give up!” even when things get challenging.

Fox Spirit Week

The week of December 16 begins our Fox Spirit Week. Below is the schedule for your child to participate in if they would like. Spirit Week.pdf

• Monday 12/16: Crazy Sock Day! Wear your favorite holiday socks.
• Tuesday 12/17: School Color Day! Wear blue and yellow/gold and your favorite Fox T-Shirt to show your school spirit.
• Wednesday 12/18: Holiday Sweater/Headwear Day! Wear your favorite holiday sweater or holiday headwear.
• Thursday 12/19: Fun 15 Day! Wear your favorite athletic wear.
• Friday 12/20: Pajama Day! Wear your favorite pajamas to get cozy before winter break.

Family Caroling – December 10

Join other District 54 families in caroling around the Lakeview School neighborhood and enjoying hot chocolate afterward. This activity, led by Lakeview music teacher Kelsey Richardson, will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet at Lakeview, 615 Lakeview Lane, Hoffman Estates. Family Caroling flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 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 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 dos programas nocturnos para diciembre. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible.

¡A cantar villancicos! – 10 de diciembre

Únase a otras familias del Distrito 54 para cantar villancicos por el vecindario de la escuela Lakeview y luego disfrute de chocolate caliente. Este evento tendrá lugar de 6:30 a 7:30 p.m. el 10 de diciembre de 2019, en la escuela Lakeview, 615 Lakeview Lane, Hoffman Estates. ¡A cantar villancicos!

Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese 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. Hay interpretes disponibles pero deberá solicitar los mismos al registrarse.  

Dates to Remember    

• 12/14: Gift Mart 10:00-1:00
• 12/23-1/5: Winter Break
• 1/6: School Back In Session

Have a great weekend!

Colette Bell, Principal
Twitter: @CBell_Fox

Priscilla Buchanan, Assistant Principal
Twitter: @PriscillaBuch3

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