This week a group of our students presented at the D97 School Board meeting on their perspective of Second Step, our curriculum to support healthy social emotional development. We are so proud of our young scholars! We also had a very successful lock down drill with the goal being that everyone know what to do in the event of an emergency. This drill enables us to practice sheltering all students, staff and visitors inside the building should there be any danger present in or around the building. Teachers and staff explained that this type of lockdown would occur if a situation arose when we needed to ensure everyone (students, staff, and visitors) was safe inside the building, but did not focus any one particular scenario. Our students did a wonderful job practicing our safety procedures!
We’ve noticed an increase in students arriving late to school. In order to ensure students are taking advantage of the powerful instruction please be sure your child is on the playground by 7:55. Even in inclement weather, students should be entering through the playground doors. After the 8 o’clock bell, students should enter through the main office. If your child is going to be late please call or email the office before 9am, if they will need a hot lunch. Lunch orders are submitted daily at 9am.
When students arrive late, it disrupts the learning for the entire class. Thank you for your support as we strive to provide the very best learning experience for our children.
March marks the start of National Nutrition Month in the United States, and the Wellness Committee will be celebrating and promoting healthy eating at Hatch throughout the month. At the end of the month, students will have the opportunity to participate in food tastings in the cafeteria during the lunch hour. Our Wellness Committee will be serving frozen fruit popsicles on a toothpick made up grapes and blueberries. Students may also sample a natural, healthy alternative to regular soda- R.W. Knudsen Family Juice in pomegranate or black cherry mixed with seltzer water. Parents can contact Nurse Rossi with any questions. Look for photos and nutrition tips to be shared throughout the month, and don’t forget to P.A.C.K nutritious, colorful fruits and vegetables in your child’s lunches!
Reminder-PARCC Testing Dates
Beginning this Monday March 5th, our third, fourth and fifth grade students will take part in the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers testing (PARCC). Fifth graders will also participate in the Illinois Science Assessment. We are excited that testing will be web based again this year, which will give students the opportunity to build experience with testing on a computer in a comfortable environment. We have limited our testing window to two weeks for each grade level. Please see the schedule below.
Students should make every effort to be present and on time to school during the testing window. Should an illness or unforeseen absence occur, the student will participate in make-up testing. Parents, please assist your child in being prepared for testing. Eating breakfast, being well-rested, and on time will help your student to do his or her best. Discussing the importance of the test while minimizing any anxieties your child may be feeling is helpful as well. As is required by law, every student who is eligible to take the PARCC assessment will receive a test ticket or test booklet. However, in accordance with our practice, anyone who elects not to take the assessment will be permitted to read a book after the teacher has read the directions to the class and students have begun the testing process. If you have any questions or concerns regarding PARCC testing, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
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Monday 3/5 |
Tuesday 3/6 |
Wednesday 3/7 |
Thursday 3/8 |
Friday 3/9 |
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5th and 4th grade: Math 1 (9:15 - 10:45) |
5th and 4th grade: Math 2 (8:15 - 9:45) |
3rd Grade: ELA (8:15 - 10:15) |
5th and 4th grade: Math 4 (9:15 - 10:45) |
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3rd Grade: ELA 1 (12:00 - 2:00) |
3rd Grade: ELA 2 (12:00 -2:00) |
5th and 4th grade: Math 3 (12:00 - 1:30) |
3rd Grade: Math 1 (12:00 - 1:15) |
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Monday, 3/12 |
Tuesday, 3/13 |
Wednesday 3/14 |
Thursday 3/15 |
Friday 3/16 |
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5th and 4th grade: ELA 1 (8:55 - 10:55) |
5th and 4th grade: ELA 2 (8:55 - 10:55) |
5th and 4th grade: ELA 3 (8:55 - 10:55) |
5th grade: Science (9:10 - 10:30) |
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3rd Grade: Math 2 (12:00 - 1:30) |
3rd Grade: Math 3 (12:00 - 1:30) |
3rd Grade: Math 4 (12:00 - 1:30) |
Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Fair Mentoring - Coaching begins next Friday, March 9th. We'll meet 3 Fridays after lunch in the library (11:15-11:50), March 9, 16, and 23. Please email Bethany Cordero at [email protected] to sign your child up. Parents are welcome to attend but please make sure you sign in and out of the front office! See attached Science Fair Options and Science Rubics for more info.
PTO Reminders
HELP AT THE BOOK FAIR Additional volunteers are needed to set up the book fair on Monday, March 5. We also need parents to help students check out during the Fair on March 6-8, and pack up on March 9. More than half the proceeds from this Fair come back to our school in books and supplies for teachers and the media center. Please sign up! http://signup.com/go/huDbGYp Many parents bring their student with them to volunteer.
SHOP THE BOOK FAIR Don’t forget to shop in person or online (Internet sale link will be available closer to the Fair date). Book Fair Hours next week: Tuesday 3:00-4:30 p.m., Wednesday, 2:00-4:30 p.m., Thursday, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Also, don’t miss the free ice cream social from 5-7 on Thursday night in the lunch room.
TIGER CASH Have you used Tiger Cash yet? Order gift cards for stores and websites you would normally purchase from. You pay the same and the Hatch PTO gets a percentage to support programs and educational enhancements at Hatch. This month all first-time customers will be entered in a drawing to win a $10 Subway gift card. Order forms came home with your child. Return with your child or bring to main office. All orders due by <80">9am Friday March 9. Please note: the Web address to set up an online account to order is incorrect in the green form that came home. The correct site is https://shop.shopwithscrip.com Follow the prompts to set up Presto Pay. Our Hatch enrollment code is 4691F82655677. questions? [email protected]
SHOE DRIVE Please help the Green Team prevent shoes and other items from going into the landfill! For the next two weeks the Green Team is collecting shoes to donate to Share Your Soles. Please bring in new or gently worn (and clean) shoes and boots of all sizes. Collection boxes will be at the school entrance.
PTO BOWLING PARENTS NIGHT OUT: Hatch Tiger Bowling Tournament. There's still time to register for the <81">April 7 fundraiser and fun night out. Registration form
DIVERSITY COMMITTEE Hatch PTO Diversity Committee Meeting - March 6. All are welcome from 7-8 p.m. in the lunch room. The committee is working on a Career Day and Family Career Night in May and would love your help and ideas on how to make this a great experience for all students and families. Questions, or can't make this meeting? email: [email protected]
HIDDEN FIGURES SCREENING AND DISCUSSION <83">March 10 at Brooks. See the movie, followed by a discussion for parents on practicing equity, and an interactive workshop for kids led by local women of color who work in STEM fields. Sponsored by Lincoln, Mann, and Brooks PTO Diversity committees. Recommended for kids ages 8 and up. Register here: http://bit.ly/
BRICK PAVER FUNDRAISER In March the PTO will offer the opportunity to purchase a brick paver to commemorate a graduation, celebrate a special occasion, thank a teacher, or remember a friend or loved one by purchasing a commemorative brick paver. More details coming soon!