Back to School Night

We want to have our families save the date for our Back to School Night.  On Thursday, August 15th Churchill will host Back To School Night from 5:00-6:30 p.m.  Families will be able to meet their teachers and drop-off supplies.  More details to come this summer!

Dear Churchill Community,

It is so hard to believe that the year has come to an end. Our students have accomplished so much during the year. We know that we couldn’t have done it alone. Thank you to our parents and community for your support in our work to educate our students!

On behalf of the entire Churchill staff, we would like to wish all of our families a wonderful summer break! We are proud of each of our students.

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

Summer Registration for 2019-20 School Year

If you missed registering your child, you can register over the summer.  The District will have Summer Registration on Tuesdays 8:00am-6:00pm, Wednesdays 8:00am-6:00pm, and Thursdays 7:30am-2:00pm from June 25-July 25.  Please register through your parent portal and bring residency documentation and original birth certificate to the District 54 PLC Building- 522 E. Schaumburg Rd.

District 54 Virtual Learning University:

Are you searching for an innovative way to empower your children over the summer? Are you looking for a comprehensive approach to summer learning that combats boredom and keeps everyone engaged? Look no further! Visit the School District 54 Virtual Learning University to tackle challenges for literacy, math, science, social science, language and culture too!  Each content area has multiple challenges to keep your children’s minds focused and active throughout the summer weeks! Within each category you will find family activities, individual activities and places to visit in our community and surrounding areas.  We hope you’ll encourage your children to visit our Virtual Learning University often throughout the summer to challenge themselves and to keep your family learning together. Click here to access the Virtual Learning University or find the link under Popular Links on the District 54 website.

Back to School Night

We want to have our families save the date for our Back to School Night.  On Thursday, August 15th Churchill will host Back To School Night from 5:00-6:30 p.m.  Families will be able to meet their teachers and drop-off supplies.  More details to come this summer!

Dates to Remember:

• August 2, 2019 – Churchill Office Reopens for Business
• August 15, 2019 – Back to School Night
• August 19, 2019 – First Day of School for first – sixth graders
• August 26, 2019 – First Day of School for Kindergarten

Meet the Churchill Team for 2019/20:

As most of you know, the end of each school year inevitably brings changes to our staff.  We are always sad to see members of the Churchill family leave and move on to new adventures for next year.

Congratulations to Ms. Zeller, who is retiring. We wish her well as she enters into retirement.

We also wish the following staff members the best as they continue on their journey and share their talents with many more children:  Mrs. Feck and Mrs. Mowery.

Below you will see the Churchill team for the 2019/20 school year:

Office Staff

• Mr. Steve Kern – Principal
• Mrs. Carol Novak – Assistant Principal
• Mrs. Lori Sall – Building Secretary
• Mrs. Laura Huyser – Building Secretary
• Mrs. Stephanie Koscik – Nurse

Kindergarten Team

• Mrs. Jill Peterson
• Mrs. Heather Formas
• Mrs. Judy Stewart
• Mrs. Carrie Santilli

First Grade Team

• Miss Morgan Molitor
• Mrs. Katie Cotteleer
• Mrs. Tracey Mestas
• Mrs. Kristin Johnson

Second Grade Team

• Mrs. Nikki Piper
• Mrs. Amanda Conway
• Miss Brianne Durante
• Mrs. Laura Lamont

Third Grade Team

• Ms. Kelly Woolverton
• Mrs. Deborah Dubinski
• Miss Rachel Freund
• Miss Nicolette Natalino

Fourth Grade Team

• Miss Becca Hayes
• Mrs. Nina Filipovic
• Mrs. Christine Necas
• Miss Maegan Kubick

Fifth Grade Team

• Mrs. Christine Cimorelli
• Miss Lauren Hanley
• Mrs. Kara Rice

Sixth Grade Team

• Miss Lasha Baker
• Mrs. Heather Fantauzzo
• Mrs. Laura Weiner
• Mr. Jason Johnson

English Language Team

• Mrs. Arlene Duval
• Mrs. Anna Bochenek
• Ms. Faiza Ahearn
• Mrs. Evelyn Jada

Instructional Resource Team

• Mrs. Caitlin Johnson
• Mrs. Jennifer DeBias

Fine Arts Team / Learning Resource

• Mr. Bransdon Bolger – PE
• Miss Hannah Vaselaney – PE
• Mrs. Liz Steckling – Music
• Ms. Allison Buettner – Music
• Mrs. Hesper Wolfe – Art
• Ms. Annie Bauman – Art
• Mrs. Amanda Martin – Orchestra
• Miss Evangeline Touhy – Orchestra
• Mr. Sean Sroka – Band
• Mrs. Julie Tomchuk – Learning Resource Teacher
• Ms. Kristen martin – Learning Resource Teacher
• Mrs. Denise Lentz – Learning Resource Assistant

Child Study Team

• Mrs. Mary Brodie – Social Worker
• Mrs. Megan Devault – Speech
• Ms. Carolyn Weiss – Speech
• Mrs. Rebecca Gadomski – Psych
• Ms. Leslie Baker – Psych
• Mrs. Haven Northrop – SST
• Ms. Samantha Meyers – SST
• Mr. Brian Banks – SST

Instructional Assistant Team

• Mrs. Shella Siddiq
• Mrs. Lauren Fleischer
• Mrs. Sarah Kalter
• Mrs. Sangita Kumar
• Ms. Nancy Quintana
• Ms. Laura Spallone
• Mrs. Carrie Doolin

WINSTON CHURCHILL SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST 2019-2020

Click here for a printable version of all the class lists – 2019-20 SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS – PRINTABLE

As we embark upon a new school year, we would like to make sure that our students have the materials listed below to ensure a successful year. These items can be brought to school on Thursday, August 15^th during our back to school event from 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Many of the supplies will be shared amongst all students, so please do not write your child’s name on them.

In an effort to help make shopping easier and to take advantage of all summer sales, we are not asking for specific brand names. Please feel free to purchase items on sale from the store of your choice.

Thank you!

Kindergarten

1 – Backpack Sturdy & Large

1 – Lunchbox

1 – Plastic folder with pockets-please write student name

2 Packages – Fat Washable Markers (8/10 Count)

4 – Dry Erase Chisel Point (wide) Markers (Black)

24 – Pencils Sharpened

2 – Crayons – 24 count

12 – Glue Sticks

1 – Bottle of White Glue

2 – Large Box of Facial Tissue

1 – 5” Pointed Scissors

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Bags – Gallon

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Bags – Sandwich or Quart

1 Package – Reward Stickers

1- Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

$2.00 for the purchase of classroom supply pouch to be used in the classroom. Please put the exact amount in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and room number.

First Grade

4 – Plastic 2 Pocket Folders

1 – Three Ring Binder- 1 inch wide (View Binder with Plastic Clear Cover on the Front)

2 Packages – Washable Markers (10 Count)

24 – Yellow #2 Pencils Sharpened (No designs on them)

6 – Dry Erase Wide Markers (Black)

2 – Crayons (24 Count)

3 – Glue Sticks

3 – Large Boxes of Tissues

1 – Pointed 5 inch Scissors

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Plastic Bags- Gallon Size

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Plastic Storage Bags- Quart Size

2 – Pink Pencil Erasers (Not the pencil toppers)

1 – Write on Dividers for 3 Ring Binder (5 tabs)

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

$3.00 for the purchase of student supply boxes. Please put the exact amount in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and room number.

Second Grade

4 – Plastic 2-Pocket Folders

4 – Wide-Ruled One Subject Spiral Notebooks

1- Three Ring Binder – 1 inch wide (View binder with plastic clear cover on the front)

1- Write on Dividers for 3 Ring Binder (5 tabs)

1- Thin Washable Markers (10 Count)

24 – Yellow #2 Pencils Sharpened (No designs on them)

6 – Dry Erase Wide Markers (Black only)

1 – Crayons (24 Count)

1 – Wooden ruler – inches and centimeters

3 – Glue Sticks

2 – Pink Pencil Erasers (Not the pencil toppers)

1 – Pack (4 in Each Package) Post It Notes (3 x 3)

1 – Pack (4 in each package) Post It Notes (2 x 2)

3 – Large Box of Tissues

1- Box of Zipper Lock Plastic Bags – Gallon or Sandwich Size

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

$1.00 for the purchase of student book boxes. Please put the exact amount in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and room number.

Third Grade

4 (one of each color) – 2 Pocket Plastic Folders (Red-Yellow-Green-Blue)

1 – Washable Markers Thin (8 Count)

1 – Washable Markers Thick (8 Count)

48 – #2 Yellow Pencils Sharpened (No designs on them)

4 – Dry Erase Black Thick Markers Packs

1 – 8oz. Bottle of White Glue (girls only)

2 – Glue Sticks (boys only)

3 – Large Boxes of Tissues

1 – 5” Pointed Scissors

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Plastic Storage Bags- Gallon Size

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Plastic Storage Bags- Quart Size

2 – Pink Pencil Erasers (Not the pencil toppers)

1 – Wide Ruled One Subject Spiral Notebook

1 – Colored Pencils (24 Count)

2 Packs – Post It Notes (3×3)

1 – Wide Ruled Loose Leaf Paper

3 – Highlighters

1 – Small school supply pouch/bag (No plastic boxes)

1 – 12 inch ruler

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

Fourth Grade

1 – Expanding File Pocket/Accordion Folder (7 Pockets)

1 – ½ Inch 3 Ring Binder with clear plastic sleeve on front

30 – Sharpened #2 pencils (No designs on them)

1 – Washable Markers Thick or Thin (8 count)

4 – Dry Erase Markers (4 packages of 4 count)

1 – Pencil Pouch (No metal or plastic boxes)

4 – Highlighters

2 – Sticky Notes (variety of sizes and 4 in a package)

2 – 5 inch Pointed Scissors

2 – Large Boxes of Tissues

1 – 12 Count Colored Pencils

6 – Glue Sticks

1 – Ziplock Sandwich Size Baggies

1 – Wide ruled one subject Spiral Notebook

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

$5.00 for the purchase of an Assignment Notebook. Please put the exact amount in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and room number.

Fifth Grade

1- Plastic Expandable Accordion File Folder (with tabs)

1 – Washable Markers Thick (8 Count)

48 – #2 Yellow Pencils Sharpened (no designs on them)

1 – Dry erase Thick Colored Markers (4 count)

1 – Crayons (24 count)

4 – Glue Sticks

2 – Large Box of Tissues

1 – 5 in. Pointed Scissors

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Storage Bags – Boys: Gallon size, Girls: Sandwich Size

2 – Large Pink Pencil Erasers

3 (one of each color)- Wide Ruled 1 Subject Spiral Notebooks (Green-Blue-Purple)

1 – Colored Pencils (12 Count)

3 Packs (4 in each pkg)- Post It Notes (3 x 3)

2 – Highlighter

1 – Pencil Case (Art box not needed)

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

$5 for the purchase of an Assignment Notebook. Please put the exact amount in an envelope labeled with the student’s name and room number.

Sixth Grade

5 – 3 Ring Pocket Plastic Folders

1 -Washable Markers Thick (8 Count)

1 -Washable Markers Thin (8 Count)

1 – Colored Pencils (12 Count)

48 – #2 Yellow Pencil Sharpened

8 – Dry Erase Thick Colored Markers

2 – Glue Sticks

1 – Glue Bottle

2 – Large Box of Tissues

1 – Scissors (large)

1 – Box of Zipper Lock Storage Bags – Boys: Gallon Size, Girls: Sandwich Size

3 – Wide Ruled 1 Subject Spiral Notebooks

3 – Post It Notes (3×3 – 4 in each pkg)

4 – Highlighters

1 – School Supply Bag

1 – Ruler (Inch/Centimeter)

1 – Clear View 2in. Binder with Interior Pockets

1 – Calculator or pocket Calculator – TI-30xIIs

1 – Sketchbook for ART

1 – Plastic 3 Pronged Folder for ART

Dear Churchill community,

What an amazing day! Well, the sun came out and we were able to have our staff and students play in our annual 6th grade kickball game. Our students had such a great time. Today, we also practiced our last scheduled fire drill of the year. The students demonstrated how to safely exit the building and line up with their teachers in record time!

Don’t forget that tomorrow is the last day of school. It is also a half day, students will be dismissed at 11:40 a.m.

We hope that you and your family have a safe and relaxing summer break!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern

Good morning Churchill community,

Well the end of the school year is quickly approaching. This last week of school will undoubtedly be fun for all students.

As we wrap up the year the Churchill staff would like to say thank you to each and every one of our parents. Through our home / school partnership we have been able to achieve so much growth with our students. This year our theme was Together we build… and through your support we have been able to build up our students academically, emotionally, and their self confidence. Thank you for being great partners!

We hope that you have an amazing summer!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

Field Day

Please remember that it is critically important that ALL students come to school on Monday ready for Field Day. That means that they need to have sunscreen applied before coming to school. Students can definitely wear hats to keep the sun off their faces as well.  Also, all students need to come with a water bottle so that they can stay hydrated!

Field Day Checklist

• Water Bottle
• Sunscreen applied at home
• Hat (optional)
• Closed toe shoes to run in.

End of the year Alphabet Countdown

Our K-6th grade students are participating in an end of the year alphabet countdown.  You can find the complete calendar on our school website by clicking this link.

• Monday 6/3 – Water Bottle Day – Bring your water bottles for Field Day
• Tuesday 6/4 – Be Xtraordinary Day – celebrate how Xtraordinary we are and wear or share something extraordinary about yourself.
• Wednesday 6/5 – Year End Cleanup – we will be getting our room ready for summer break
• Thursday 6/6 Zip up and Zoom Out – Our last day of school.

Items in our Lost and Found

Items from the lost and found box will be on tables near the gym for the last week of school. Please encourage your child to take a look or stop by and see if something of your child’s is there.  All items will be donated at the end of the school year.

Additional Important Churchill Dates

Please click here for a complete listing of the upcoming events here at Churchill.

Churchill Online Calendar of Events

The last day of school, Thursday, June 6th, will be a half day of school. Students will be dismissed at 11:40 a.m.

PTA Hot Lunch / Snack Dates

Monday, June 3 – Culver’s Hot Lunch

Wednesday, June 5 – Dairy Queen Hot Lunch

District 54 Virtual Learning University:

Are you searching for an innovative way to empower your children over the summer? Are you looking for a comprehensive approach to summer learning that combats boredom and keeps everyone engaged? Look no further! Visit the School District 54 Virtual Learning University to tackle challenges for literacy, math, science, social science, language and culture too!  Each content area has multiple challenges to keep your children’s minds focused and active throughout the summer weeks! Within each category you will find family activities, individual activities and places to visit in our community and surrounding areas.  We hope you’ll encourage your children to visit our Virtual Learning University often throughout the summer to challenge themselves and to keep your family learning together. Click here to access the Virtual Learning University or find the link under Popular Links on the District 54 website.

Save the date for August Back to School event

Mark your calendars for the 2019-20 school year. We will be having our Back to School Event and Supplies Drop Off on Thursday, August 15th from 5:00 – 6:30 pm.

Good morning Churchill community,

Last week was an absolutely amazing week for our students. Between the many variety show acts as well as the Rocket Club getting to participate in the District 54 Rocket Launch, our students are ending the year with many Peak Moments!

Don’t forget we do not have school in observance of Memorial day on Monday.

Finally, as we get close to the end of the year we would like to thank the PTA and our many parent volunteers that helped us throughout the year. Through your hard work our students have had room parents to plan room parties, weekly snack days, and monthly hot lunch. Students and parents have been able to come join in on the many fun event nights as well. Your time and efforts have helped to make the school year more complete.  Thank you for your time, efforts, and dedication!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

Save the date for the August Back to School event

Mark your calendars for the 2019-20 school year. We will be having our Back to School Event and Supplies Drop Off on Thursday, August 15th from 5:00 – 6:30 pm.

2018-19 Yearbooks

Our yearbooks are in, and this week we will begin distributing them to students who have pre purchased yearbooks. We have a limited supply of extra yearbooks for students who have not pre-purchased. We will be selling them before and after school May 30-31 and June 4-6 or until books run out. We will be selling yearbooks in the morning, 8:15am – 9:00am and in the afternoon, 2:50pm – 3:15pm.

End of the year Alphabet Countdown

Our K-6th grade students are participating in an end of the year alphabet countdown.

• Monday 5/27 – No School
• Tuesday 5/28 – Sunglasses Day – wear your sunglasses
• Wednesday 5/29 – Team Shirt – Wear your favorite team shirt
• Thursday 5/30 – U R Special Day – be ready to sign each other’s yearbooks with a special message
• Friday 5/31 – Visiting your Buddy Room Day – activities with Buddy classes
• Monday 6/3 – Water Bottle Day – Bring your water bottles for Field Day
• Tuesday 6/4 – Be Xtraordinary Day – celebrate how Xtraordinary we are and wear or share something extraordinary about yourself.
• Wednesday 6/5 – Year End Cleanup – we will be getting our room ready for summer break
• Thursday 6/6 Zip up and Zoom Out – Our last day of school.

Food and Clothing Drive

We will be wrapping up our end of the year Food and Clothing Drive this week on Friday. Thank you for supporting the District 54 Community Closet and Food Pantry!

Field Day

This year FIELD DAY will be held on Monday, June 3rd.

Students should bring water bottles, apply sunscreen before school, and wear gym shoes.

Additional Important Churchill Dates

Please click here for a complete listing of the upcoming events here at Churchill.

Churchill Online Calendar of Events

There is No School on Monday, May 27th.

The last day of school, Thursday, June 6th, will be a half day of school. Students will be dismissed at 11:40 a.m.

PTA Hot Lunch / Snack Dates

Friday, May 31 – Snack Day- Clean Out the Closet
Monday, June 3 – Culver’s Hot Lunch

Wednesday, June 5 – Dairy Queen Hot Lunch

A note to 6th Grade Parents from the Eisenhower PTA

The Eisenhower PTA has several volunteer opportunities available for the 2019-20 school year.  Our PTA welcomes all parents and guardians to join and help build on our solid partnership between the school and the community!  Contact Julie Pekovitch at ikeptapresident@nullgmail.com with any questions.

Membership/Volunteer Coordinator Chair – Fall program

Reflections Chair – Fall program

Elementary Scholarship Chair – Spring program

Dinner Night Out Chair – set up in the fall and maintain during the year

Website/Social Media Chair – maintain during the year

Concessions Chair – Fall and Spring program

All of these positions are very important to the PTA but require very little time commitment individually and can be done at your convenience.  Please consider volunteering.

Thank you and have a great summer!

Julie Pekovitch

Good morning Churchill community,

This week will most definitely be a Peak Moment for so many of our students. The Variety Show is a great opportunity for our students to showcase their talents and build confidence. We are looking forward to seeing our student performances on Wednesday and Thursday evening.

We will also be wrapping up our makeup MAP testing this week. Our students have worked so hard throughout the year. We are looking forward to seeing their results.

Have a wonderful week!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

A Note from our Nurse

If your child has medication in the nurse’s office, please arrange for an adult to pick up your child’s medication by the last day of school, June 6th.

Field Day

We are in need of parent volunteers for our upcoming annual Field Day which will take place on Monday, June 3rd.  Earlier last week a flyer was sent home. On the flyer you were able to sign your child up for an extra hot lunch day, as well as indicating your interest in being a parent volunteer during the Field Day event.  Please be sure to send this completed form in ASAP if you are interested in either.

Alphabet Countdown

Our K-6th grade students are participating in an end of the year alphabet countdown.  You can find the complete calendar on our school website by clicking this link.

• Monday – Name Change Day – After Attendance 🙂 change your name for the day
• Tuesday-Occupation Day – come to school dressed like what you want to be when you grow up.
• Wednesday- Puppet Day – Let’s make paper bag puppets together.
• Thursday- Quiet Day – Be ninja quiet when walking through the halls today.
• Friday- Running and Racing Day – wear your gym shoes
• Monday – No School
• Tuesday – Sunglasses Day – wear your sunglasses

Additional Important Churchill Dates

Please click here for a complete listing of the upcoming events here at Churchill.

Churchill Online Calendar of Events

No School on Monday, May 27th.

PTA Hot Lunch / Snack Dates

Thursday, May 23 – Hot Food-Subway
Friday, May 24 – Snack Day-Ice Cream
Friday, May 31 – Snack Day- Clean Out the Closet
Monday, June 3 – Culver’s Hot Lunch

Wednesday, June 5 – Dairy Queen Hot Lunch

Join the D54 Foundation for 22nd annual golf outing

Want to make a difference in the lives of District 54 students? Join the District 54 Education Foundation for its 22nd annual golf outing on Monday, June 10 at the Schaumburg Golf Club.

All proceeds from the golf outing support District 54 breakfast programs, STEM programs and grants for students from financially struggling households. Please consider supporting District 54 children by becoming an event sponsor or golfing. The Foundation is also looking for raffle items and gift cards to award as prizes.

Visit d54foundation.org/golf-outing to sponsor, register or for more information. The Foundation was honored to be named Schaumburg’s Volunteer Organization of the Year for 2019 and we are excited to continue our work with this organization on behalf of students.

Good morning Churchill community,

It was great to see so many families participating in our Celebration of Reading and Writing event this week. Our community is what makes Churchill the amazing school that it is!

Additionally last week was a Peak Moment for so many of our Churchill students.:

• Two of our students placed in the D54 Spanish Speech Contest on Thursday.  Leslie and Allyson were recognized for their accomplishments at Thursday’s Board of Education Meeting.
• Churchill’s Rube Goldberg Club, Coding Club, and GEMS Club participated in the D54 STEM Showcase. At this event students demonstrated what they have learned through our extensive clubs program.
• Our 3/4 Battle of the Books teams competed in District final competition. The previous week we also had our 1st/2nd and 5th/6th grade BOB competitions as well.

We are so proud of each of our Churchill Lions. Congratulations to each of them!

Have a wonderful week!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

MAP Testing

Spring MAP testing will take place from May 6- 17. As during our Fall and Winter MAP testing sessions, students will be tested in Reading and in Math.

Last Day of School

Due to the number of severe weather days when school was cancelled this year, the District 54 School Board officially set June 6, 2019 as the last day of school. This will be a half-day of school to make up for the half-day missed when school was cancelled Jan. 30. Students will be dismissed at 11:40 a.m. on June 6, 2019.

With the announcement that June 6th will be a half day, as a school we decided to change the date of our end of the year Field Day event. Field Day will now take place on Monday, June 3rd, weather permitting.

End of the year Alphabet Countdown

Our K-6th grade students are participating in an end of the year alphabet countdown.  You can find the complete calendar on our school website by clicking this link.

• Monday- Dance Party Day
• Tuesday-Exercise Day – wear comfortable clothes
• Wednesday- Flashlight Reading
• Thursday- Game Day
• Friday- Hat Day

Additional Important Churchill Dates

Please click here for a complete listing of the upcoming events here at Churchill.

Churchill Online Calendar of Events

PTA Hot Lunch / Snack Dates

Wednesday, May 8 – 5:30pm STC Scholarship Dinner
Thursday, May 9 – Hot Food-Panda Express
Friday, May 10 – Snack Day-Ice Cream
Thursday, May 16 – Pizza

Friday, May 17 – Snack Day-Nachos
Thursday, May 23 – Hot Food-Subway
Friday, May 24 – Snack Day-Ice Cream
Friday, May 31 – Snack Day- Clean Out the Closet

Additional Hot Lunch Dates

PTA will sponsor two additional hot lunch days that students can participate in. Order forms will be sent home soon.

• Monday, June 3rd we will have Culver’s as our Hot Lunch vendor.
• Wednesday, June 5th we will have Dairy Queen as our Hot Lunch vendor.

Summer of 54

What did you do over your summer?  This fall, through the “Summer of 54” camp opportunities, your answer could be: “I learned how to play lacrosse, used the design process to create and design, and/or created different forms of art using digital and non-digital mediums.  The goal of the “Summer of 54” is to provide students opportunities to be active, while enhancing their creative and innovative spirit. Camp opportunities offer:

• A range of fun camps for a variety of interests for students in 1st through 8th grade
• Courses with hands-on, project-based curricula
• Instruction by District 54 teachers in a positive environment
• An opportunity to conduct experiments using tools, equipment and technology used within the real-world

Registration for the “Summer of 54” camp offerings, including a camp t-shirt.  Digital registration is available within Parent Portal and can be accessed through the following link – Summer Registration

Good afternoon Churchill community,

This week we had the distinct pleasure of being able to watch our students in the Churchill Musical as they performed the play The Return of the Glass Slipper! It was absolutely inspiring to see our Churchill students up on stage. The arts are such an important part of our lives, it is great to see Churchill students exploring new activities.

Have a wonderful week!

Sincerely,

Steve Kern and Carol Novak

Celebrate Reading and Writing

Our Celebrate Reading and Writing event will take place on Tuesday, April 30th from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Come join us for a celebration of creativity and hard work. Churchill students challenged themselves as innovators throughout the year. Each student has chosen at least one piece of work that they are proud of to share with our Churchill community. We hope that you and you child can join us for the family event.

CRW Flyer 2019.jpg

Yearbook

Online sales are now closed, but you may still reserve your yearbook by bringing in $20 cash or check (Churchill PTA) into the office in an envelope marked yearbook with your child’s name, teacher, and room number. I’ll give you back a receipt for proof of payment. Any questions please contact Jen Litz 847-772-6047.

MAP Testing

Spring MAP testing will take place from May 6- 17. As during our Fall and Winter MAP testing sessions, students will be tested in Reading and in Math.

Last Day of School

Due to the number of severe weather days when school was cancelled this year, the District 54 School Board officially set June 6, 2019 as the last day of school. This will be a half-day of school to make up for the half-day missed when school was cancelled Jan. 30. Students will be dismissed at 11:40 a.m. on June 6, 2019.

With the announcement that June 6th will be a half day, as a school we decided to change the date of our end of the year Field Day event. Field Day will now take place on Monday, June 3rd, weather permitting. More information about our Field Day event will be shared with you, as we get closer to the day of the event.

End of the year Alphabet Countdown

Our K-6th grade students will be participating in an end of the year alphabet countdown.  Calendars were sent home with students last week. The official ABC calendar starts on Wednesday, May 1st. We are adding two additional days to help us promote our Celebration of Reading and Writing Event.

• • Monday, April 29 – Happiness Day – wear your orange!
  • Tuesday, April 30 – Read my Shirt Day – wear a shirt with school appropriate words on it
  • Wednesday, May 1 – Animal Attire Day – wear your favorite animal related clothing
  • Thursday, May 2 – Bubble Day – let’s blow some bubbles
  • Friday, May 3 – Crazy from Head to Toe Day – Crazy hair / sock day

ABC countdown calendar format 2018 2019.docx.pdf

Important Churchill Dates

Please click here for a complete listing of the upcoming events here at Churchill.

Churchill Online Calendar of Events

Monday, April 29 – 7:45-8:30 am Dads and Donuts
Tuesday, April 30 – 5:30-7pm Book Fair at Celebrate Reading and Writing Night

Wednesday, May 1 – Dine Out (California Pizza Kitchen)
Thursday, May 2 – Pizza
Friday, May 3 – Snack Day-Nachos
Wednesday, May 8 – 5:30pm STC Scholarship Dinner
Thursday, May 9 – Hot Food-Panda Express
Friday, May 10 – Snack Day-Ice Cream
Thursday, May 16 – Pizza
Friday, May 17 – Snack Day-Nachos
Thursday, May 23 – Hot Food-Subway
Friday, May 24 – Snack Day-Ice Cream
Friday, May 31 – Snack Day- Clean Out the Closet

Summer of 54

What did you do over your summer?  This fall, through the “Summer of 54” camp opportunities, your answer could be: “I learned how to play lacrosse, used the design process to create and design, and/or created different forms of art using digital and non-digital mediums.  The goal of the “Summer of 54” is to provide students opportunities to be active, while enhancing their creative and innovative spirit. Camp opportunities offer:

• A range of fun camps for a variety of interests for students in 1st through 8th grade
• Courses with hands-on, project-based curricula
• Instruction by District 54 teachers in a positive environment
• An opportunity to conduct experiments using tools, equipment and technology used within the real-world

Registration for the “Summer of 54” camp offerings, including a camp t-shirt.  Digital registration is available within Parent Portal and can be accessed through the following link – Summer Registration.

D54 Foundation Lou Malnati’s  Fundraiser – May 1

The District 54 Education Foundation is partnering with Lou Malnati’s in Schaumburg to raise funds for students. Eat at or order from either of the Lou Malnati’s restaurants in Schaumburg on May 1, and 20% of total sales will be donated to the District 54 Education Foundation. You must bring in or mention the flyer at the time of your order. Click here for the flyer.

D54 Foundation Thank a Teacher

Are you looking for a unique gift to give your child’s teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10? You can donate to the District 54 Education Foundation in their honor by visiting d54foundation.org/donate and choosing THANKS from the “Give” drop-down menu. We will mail a certificate to the teacher you are honoring, and your donation will support students in need in District 54. If you would prefer, you can fill out our printable form and mail it to the Foundation with your donation.

District 54 Summer Band and Orchestra

Registration for District 54’s Summer Band and Orchestra program has begun!  Students who have completed fifth, sixth, or seventh grade and have had lessons on their instrument in the District 54 instrumental music program for at least one school year are eligible to enroll.  Summer Band and Orchestra will take place July 8-25 (Mondays-Thursdays) at Addams Junior High School. Registration forms are available from any instrumental music teacher or at sd54.org/resources/instrumental-music.  If you have questions, please contact the band/orchestra teacher at your school or call 847-357-5138.

District #54 Instrumental Music Staff

Attention 4th Grade Students and Parents

During April, information about enrolling for school band and orchestra is being distributed to 4th grade students.

Students interested in playing the trombone, trumpet, clarinet, flute, cello, viola, or violin should return the Enrollment Form to school, or turn it in at one of the enrollment meetings (listed below).

No previous music experience is necessary to play an instrument.

Parents and students should attend the meeting at the junior high the student will eventually attend, where more information will be available:

Addams Junior High – Monday, April 29 (7:00 pm)

Mead Junior High – Monday, April 29 (7:00 pm)

Eisenhower Junior High – Tuesday, April 30 (7:00 pm)

Keller Junior High – Tuesday, April 30 (7:00 pm)

Frost Junior High – Wednesday, May 1 (7:00 pm)

Band and orchestra lessons will start in September.

If you have any questions, please contact the band or orchestra teacher at your school.

District 54 Instrumental Music Staff

District 54 Education Foundation 2019 Memorial Grant applications

The District 54 Education Foundation proudly offers memorial grants for District 54 students to cultivate an academic, cultural or athletic interest. The grants are intended for children from families facing extenuating financial circumstances.

Applications for 2019 Memorial Grants are due Friday, May 3 to the child’s school social worker.

This year we will be counting down to the last day of school. Follow the schedule below to see what we will be doing school wide for each letter.

Click the link for a .pdf version of the ABC Countdown Calendar – ABC Countdown Calendar – Churchill 2019

CHURCHILL ABC COUNTDOWN

April 29 – Orange Day – Wear your favorite orange colored attire, to show happiness for our big Celebrate Reading & Writing (CRW) Night TOMORROW.

April 30 – CRW-READ My Shirt Day – Wear a shirt with a school appropriate slogan or quote for our BIG CRW Night!

May 1 – Animal Attire Day– Wear your favorite animal related clothing (hat, shirt, socks, Churchill lion gear etc…

May 2 – Bubble Day – Let’s blow some bubbles! (Bring in bubbles)

May 3 – Crazy From Head to Toe Day – Crazy Hair/ Crazy Sock Day

May 6- Dance Party – Take a few minutes out of your day and DANCE!

May 7- Exercise Day – Wear comfortable clothes and get ready to exercise our bodies.

May 8- Flashlight Reading Day – Bring in a flashlight, turn off the lights and READ!

May 9- Game Day – Your teacher will have a game for you to play in your classroom.

May 10- Hat Day – Wear your favorite hat to school.

May 13- Inside Out Day – Turn your clothes inside out.

May 14- Joke Day – Bring in your favorite joke to share.

May 15- Kindness Day – Be EXTRA Kind to everyone.

May 16- Letter Writing Day – Write a letter to someone to make their day special.

May 17- Music Day – Music all day long.

May 20- Name Change Day – Change your name for the day.

May 21- Occupation Day – Come to school dressed like what you want to be when you grow up

May 22- Puppet Day – Let’s make paper bag puppets together

May 23- Quiet Day – Be Ninja quiet ALL day long.

May 24- Running and Racing Day – Wear your gym shoes

May 27 – No School

May 28- Sunglasses Day – Wear your sunglasses.

May 29- Team Shirt – Wear your favorite sport’s team shirt.

May 30- U R Special Day – Be ready to sign yearbooks with a special message.

May 31- Visit Your Buddy Room Day – activities with Buddy classes

June 3- Water Bottle Day – Bring you water bottle for FIELD DAY!

June 4- Xtraordinary Day – Wear or share something extraordinary about yourself.

June 5- Year End Clean Up Day – we will be getting our room ready for summer break!

June 6- Zip Up and Zoom Out! Day – Last day of school! HALF DAY! 11:40 Dismissal