SHOP TIL YOU DROP

Bolingbrook Promenade Fundraiser

Don’t forget to support the “Shopping 4 Students” program at The Promenade Bolingbrook mall. Our schools are vying for a share of $10,000 and it’s tied to shopping/dining you already do! Log your receipts at the Mall Office (next to Gymboree) under Prairieview School or turn them in to the office and we will get them logged for you. Receipts will be returned to you if you would like them back – just include your student’s name and teacher. Please help support this important fundraiser!

IDF HAPPENINGS

A BIG THANK YOU

A big thank you goes out to Mrs. Cindy Stewart and her crew for throwing a fabulous Halloween party Friday night. The Ide Spooky Halloween party was a huge success enjoyed by everyone who attended. All of the students looked fabulous in their costumes.

SQUIRM

Tonight is the 2nd grade students night to shine!!! Their musical "Squirm" led by Miss Jeannie Wyse will be held tonight at Lakeview Jr. High. All students need to report to the new gym at 6:45 and the show will begin promptly at 7:00. Hope to see you all there.

EARLY DISMISSAL

Thursday, October 27th is an early dismissal day. AM Kindergarten does not attend - PM Kindergarten attends in the morning. Buses begin their pick-up routes in the morning at 8:25. All students are dismissed at noon - pickups are dismissed after buses leave about 12:10.

LONG WEEKEND - BEAUTIFUL WEATHER

It is hard to believe that a long weekend and beautiful weather are actually going hand in hand. I hope you all have time to relax and spend time with family and friends.

COLUMBUS DAY FACTS

Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 12, 1492. It was unofficially celebrated in a number of cities and states as early as the 18th century but did not become a federal holiday until the 1937. For many, the holiday is a way of both honoring Columbus' achievements and celebrating Italian-American heritage. Throughout its history, Columbus Day and the man who inspired it have generated controversy, and many alternatives to the holiday have appeared in recent years.

EARLY DISMISSAL

Next Friday, September 30th will be an early dismissal day. We have a total of six of these days this year to allow for the professional development of our staff. Teachers engage in activities that will benefit all of our students.

Only AM Kindergarten will attend on the 30th (we alternate the days between am and pm). PM Kindergartners DO NOT attend. All students will be dismissed at NOON. Pickups will take place after the buses leave at 12:10.

Please feel free to call me with any questions or concerns at 630-783-5201. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

REMEMBERANCE

September 11, 2011

Sunday will be the 10th anniversary of the 09/11 attacks on New York and Washington. It's hard to believe 10 years have gone by since that frightening day. This is a good time to reflect on the good things we have in our lives and remember those we have lost.

I will never forget being at school that day and worrying about what was going to happen next and how I would keep my students safe if something happened here. I couldn't wait to get home when the day was done and just be with my family, at that time Gary and the dogs. We watched and cried as we saw the days events unfold over and over again. I couldn't imagine how the people who lost their loved ones felt and was overcome with an immense feeling of sorrow and loss of security.

Then one day Mrs. Olsen and I had recess duty and we saw a plane fly overhead. Seeing that simple object somehow brought us hope. We knew that normalcy would return to our world and we would be able to go on. It is that kind of hope that we have to hang unto during difficult times. As we struggle through a trying economy, loss of loved ones and life's curve balls hang on to hope - turn to the people who love and care about you. And be grateful everyday for the positive people and things in your lives.

AND WE'RE OFF

The school year has begun. I enjoyed seeing so many students and parents today at our Open House. I am looking forward to having another wonderful school year with all of you.

I just want to say THANK YOU again to everyone for your kind words, support and gifts during this difficult summer. Losing Gary was very hard and having Marc go through such a major surgery was difficult. However, all of you have helped in so many ways and I truly appreciate everything! Marc is doing great and is back to being 100%!

There are many exciting events coming up in September and I have listed those below. Please feel free to call the office or me if you have any questions and WELCOME BACK!

September Events

Monday, September 5th - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day

Thursday, September 8th - Curriculum Night - 1st Grade 6:30 / 2nd Grade 7:00

Thursday, September 15th - Ide Book Fair / Ice Cream Social - 6:30 - 8:00

Thursday, September 29th - Picture Day

Friday, September 30th - Early Dismissal @ Noon

UPDATE

I hope you are all having a good summer despite the hot, stormy weather. I just wanted to let you know that my son Marc will be having surgery this Friday, July 29th at Children's Memorial Hospital. This summer doctors discovered that Cerebral Spinal fluid has been dripping out of his nose since he moved in last year. We have taken him to pediatricians, allergists and ENTs since he moved in to find out why his nose constantly runs and have finally gotten our answer.

The surgery is pretty intense and will last 3 - 5 hours and we will be in the hospital 3 - 7 days depending on how the surgery goes. I will be out of the office from July 29th - August 5th and will try to return part time the week of August 8th. I will update these dates if anything changes. Thank you again for all of your support and concern these past few months I truly appreciate it and hope to be able to blog some happy events soon.

If no one is available at Ide to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have about the upcoming school year please call the district office at 630-783-5000.

Thank you, Mrs. Hansen