Dear Longfellow Families,

This week is conference week. We know this is a busy week and there is so much information exchanged in a short period of time.  A list of questions that our families tend to ask during conferences was created.  Please take a look at the list and consider which two questions are most important for you to explore with your child's teacher.  We appreciate the commitment that each family makes to our Longfellow students and the time you have carved out of our schedule to attend conferences this week. 

1. How can I get regular updates or access regular updates about my child’s progress?

2. In what subjects/standards/skills do you feel my child needs additional help and/or attention? Enrichment?

3. Does my child get along with his/her classmates?

4. Is my child meeting behavioral expectations? How will you contact me if my child is not meeting expectations?

5. Can you provide me with information about the assessments my child is taking?

6. What are my child’s current assessment scores?

7. Is my child performing at his/her grade level?

8. Can you tell me what type of attention my child receives if he/she is struggling in a particular subject?

9. Can you provide me with resources I can use to help my child in areas where extra help is needed? Resources for enrichment?

10.How can I share information with you that will give you additional insight about my child?

11. What is the best way to contact you if I have a concern?

 

Thank you,

Maggie Cahill

      

Prepare for Construction 

Book Fair 

A magical time is nearly upon us: The Fall Book Fair! This year’s theme is Enchanted Forest and we’re looking forward to making some magic for our students. The Book Fair will be open the week of October 22nd from 8am-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-noon on Friday and online sales begin October 15 at http://www.scholastic.com/bf/longfellowelemschool5.  Stop in to pick out some new books or sign up to help out: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C44A9AA22A1F49-volunteer. If you would be interested in joining the Book Fair Committee, let us know or feel free to ask any questions at [email protected].

Halloween and Fall Harvest Festival at Longfellow

 

Second Step This Week  

The Second Step curriculum teaches our students important life skills. Please take a moment to talk about and practice these skills as a family by reading your child's "home link" for this week.  The grade levels that have home links this week are: Third Grade- Showing Compassion  Fourth Grade- Showing Compassion  Fifth Grade- Introducing Emotion Management

D97 Seeking Substitute Teachers & Teaching Assistants

District 97 is currently looking for individuals to serve as substitute teachers and teaching assistants. Additional information about these positions can be found by visiting http://www.op97.org/hr/substitutes. 

OPEF's Super STEAM Saturday

Please join the Oak Park Education Foundation for a free fun morning of crafting, collaborating, and creating. Drive a robot, write a poem, unleash your inner artist and learn more about OPEF with great activities for kids ages 5-12. Saturday, November 3 from 10-12 at Beye School. You can learn more about the event on OPEF's website or their Facebook page.

Cheers for Peers!                

We would like to recognize children and adults who make a difference at Longfellow School.  If you would like to nominate an individual who makes a difference at our school, please fill out this form.  The individual you nominate will receive a printed form with a description of their contribution to making Longfellow a great place to be.

 

Background Checks

A background check is required for individuals who want to serve as a chaperone on a field trip or volunteer within the school. To obtain a one-time background check, please visit our online sign-up page.  To your appointment please bring your driver’s license or State ID to your appointment. Results take about 7-10 business days (sometimes longer), so please plan accordingly. If you have any questions, please email Ellen McKay or call the district office (708-524-3000).             

Turkey Trot for Grades 3-5th

The annual Turkey Trot will take place on Wednesday, November 14 from 1:15pm-2:15pm.  All students in grades 3, 4 and 5 run three large laps around Longfellow Park. The fastest child identifying as a boy and the fastest child identifying as a girl will receive a medal. All students will receive a small prize when they finish. In addition we raffle off about ten turkeys. The best prize of course is increased physical fitness and improved stamina!

Career Day Volunteers Needed

We would like families and members of our community to share their amazing jobs at Longfellow's Annual Career Day on Tuesday,  November 20th from 8:00-10:30am. Volunteers will present for about 15-20 minutes in 3-5 classrooms. If you are interested in participating in this wonderful event, please fill out this form by October 26th. We need at least 30 adults to present their careers as well as other volunteers to help with the event.  We would love for our students to learn about a variety of career options.  You can also share the form with a friend or family member you would like to recommend.

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