Bloomingdale SD13 www.sd13.org

ERICKSON EXPRESS

APRIL 15, 2015

Character

Counts Quote Of the Week:

Citizenship means doing one’s share to

protect the environment by

conserving resources and not wasting and

polluting.

Dear Parents,

On Tuesday, April 21st Erickson Elementary School will host a Kindergarten Visitation for

parents of incoming kindergarten students. At the visitation, eaglets (young eagles) will spend

time in the classroom with current kindergarten students, while parents learn about Erickson

Elementary School. If you are aware of a family in the Bloomingdale School District that has a

child turning five on or before September 1, 2015, please have them contact Erickson

Elementary to register their child. There will be a Coffee with Mr. Haugens planned for

Thursday, April 23rd at 9:00 am. This is an opportunity to converse with other Erickson parents

and discuss school related topics with the principal.

Thanks for your continued support of Erickson Elementary School.

Sincerely,

Patrick Haugens

Important Dates

Tuesday, April 21st Thursday , April 23rd

Kindergarten Visitation Coffee with Mr. Haugens

9:30 am & 1:30 pm 9:00 am

Eagles of the Week

April 10th

Picture of the week 2nd Grade student reading to Kindergarten

VIDEO OF THE WEEK

Each week students watch a short video on Monday and hold a one to two minute discussion related to Character Counts! Click on the link above to view this week’s Character Video.

Which boy made the right choice? Why?

Even under pressure from a peer, is it okay to cheat?

To the parents of all current fourth grade students: On Wednesday, May 6, the District 13 band director, Sue Metzger, will be at Erickson School from 8:45 am to 12:00 pm to meet individually with all fourth graders who are interested in joining band. Students will be given the opportunity to try up to three different instruments that they think they might like to play for the coming school year. No experience is necessary, and coming to the instrument fitting does not automatically commit your child to being in band. Furthermore, there will be an informational meeting for all fourth grade parents district-wide on May 13th at DuJardin School to learn more about the band program. Please direct any questions you may have to Sue Metzger at smetzger@sd13.org. WESTFIELD BASKETBALL/SOCCER SUMMER CAMPS I will be running a week long basketball camp for students going into 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades the week of June 8-12, as well as a soccer camp for students going into 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade the week of June 15-19. The camps will take place at Westfield Middle School. Your child will learn basic dribbling, shooting, and passing skills as well as fun games! A flyer will be sent home with your child with all the information about the camps. Please return the form and money to your child's school or Westfield main office. Any further questions please contact me at kgiffin@sd13.org or 630-529-6211 ext. 5373. Thanks Ms. Giffin, Westfield Wellness Teacher/Coach LAKE PARK SUMMER CAMPS Lake Park is offering summer sports camps for badminton, baseball, boys and girls basketball, cheer, Lancettes, boys and girls volleyball, boys and girls tennis, football, cross country, boys and girls soccer, and wrestling. For a quick overview of camps being offered, please click here. Registration for camps can be completed online. Please access the summer camp registration site by clicking here. If you have registered for summer camps in previous years, please use your log in and password that you previously set up. If this is your first time, please establish an account by following the prompts on the registration site. Please call 630-295-5326 with any questions or email vhowe@lphs.org.

Click on link to view District 13 virtual backpack which contains additional information:

http://www.sd13.org/drupal

2015 Erickson Elementary

SUN MON TUE. WED. THUR. FRI. SAT.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11   School Resumes 

MAP tes ng begins

School Store

Hot Lunch

Wacky Wednesday Disco Day

PTO Mee ng 6:00pm

NO EC Classes

Spirit Day

Student Placement Form Due

Parent Night Out

Candlelight Bowl

RSVP by April 6th see Express for further

informa on

12 13 14 15 16 17 18   Gr 1-5 Report Cards

Go Home (date change) Hot Lunch

Early Dismissal 1:40pm 

 

19 20 21 22 23 24 25     2015-2016 Incoming

Kindergarten Visita on

School Store

Hot lunch

Coffee with

Mr. Haugens 9:00am 

Bloomingdale Educa on

Founda on Event**

26 27 28 29 30

End of year PARCC tes ng 3rd 4th 5th

begins

CC! 3rd, 4th 5th grade Feed My Starving

Children 6:00-7:30pm

Hot Lunch

5th grade Robert Crown Field Trip

no

tes

Please refer to the Weekly Erickson Express for up-to-date list of ac vi es and events.

Follow Erickson Elementary School on Twi er @D13Eagles

** Bloomingdale Educa on Founda on Event - Come out and join us and support a good cause. Proceeds will support teacher grants and

funds go directly to impact the students in the classroom - April 24, 7:00pm -10:00pm, Sco sh Rite 383 Lake Street, Bloomingdale IL

$50.00 per cket Includes tas ng hors d’oeuvres and desserts.

Bloomingdale Education Foundation

Mission The Bloomingdale School District 13 Education Foundation is a non-profit, independent tax-exempt corporation, founded in 1998, to provide special opportunities and experiences for the children and staff of our district. Long term, the community cannot rely solely on traditional funding to ensure quality public education; private, supplemental support is required. The Foundation will raise and channel donations for creative and innovative projects that will benefit District 13.

Beer and Wine Tasting Event

*Come out and join us and support a good cause. Proceeds will support teacher grants and funds go directly to impact the students in the classroom!

Date: Friday, April 24th, 2015 Time: 7:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. Place: Scottish Rite, 383 East Lake Street, Bloomingdale, IL Donation: $50 per ticket, Includes tasting, hors d’oeuvres and desserts

Sponsorship Options:

PLATINUM $500: Includes 6 tickets, name on signage & recognition at each table GOLD $300: Includes 4 tickets, name on signage & recognition at each table SILVER $100: Includes 2 ticket, name on signage & recognition at each table

*RSVP by calling 630-671-5035 or emailing foundation@sd13foundation.org before Friday, April 10th.

!!

Caring

Students from the Caring house will have lunch with Mr Haugens on

Friday April 17. Students will also receive a

McDonald hamburger for their efforts..

Ronald McDonaldPop Tab Winner . . .

3rd Quarter Winning CC! House is . . .

!!

Students from the Trustworthiness Pillar will get to launch mini-rockets

outside with Mr. Haugens during recess

on April 23rd! *If your child is participating, please send

him/her with sunglasses that day.

Trustworthiness

“The greatness of a nation and its moral

progress can be judged by the way its

animals are treated.” Mahatma Ghandi

PACT Humane Society is an all-volunteer,

no-kill, 501(c)3 animal rescue group

located in Bloomingdale. We rescue cats

and dogs that would otherwise be put to

sleep and find them loving, forever

homes. All of our animals are

spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up

to date on all vaccines at the time of

adoption. However, our veterinary bills

almost always exceed our adoption fees,

especially as many of our animals require

additional medical care.

All coins collected during this fundraiser

will directly benefit the health, wellness,

and happiness of the PACT Humane

Society dogs and cats. Every penny makes

a difference! On average, we adopt out

about 40 animals per month!

Each classroom will be supplied with their

own cat or dog mascot, with a picture and

a short biography. Be sure to ask your

student!

Thank you so much for your support!

Stop in and visit us anytime!

ADOPT FOSTER VOLUNTEER

DONATE!

PACT HUMANE SOCIETY

412 W Army Trail Rd Bloomingdale, IL 60108

(Inside Bloomingdale Petco) Open: 11-7pm Every Day

(630) 375-7017

www.pacthumanesociety.org

www.Facebook.com/pacthumanesociety

APRIL 13-24TH

PACT HUMANE SOCIETY

COIN DRIVE

CausePaws for a

Each classroom will “adopt” a pet for the month of April from the Animal Humane Society.

Students, staff, and families will raise money for their adopted pet by putting money in their class’ “doghouse”.

The classroom who collects the most money by the end of the month wins a class pizza party!

POETRY, PASTRIES & PARENTS

TUESDAY, MAY 5TH In Celebration of Writing…

Erickson Elementary students and their parents are

invited to enjoy a light breakfast while writing poetry!

Students must attend with an adult. Due to limited

space in the gym, we are asking that each student

only bring one family member for this event.

Donuts, muffins, juice, coffee and poetry activities

will be provided from 7:45 am – 8:20 am.

Poetry, Pastries & Parents

Tuesday, May 5th

7:45-8:20 am

Mahy

Open to all Erickson Students & their

Parents

Let’s celebrate writing!

RSVP sheets will

be sent home

with each child.

Please RSVP by

Friday, May 1st.

President Vice President Fundraising Treasurer SecretaryGina Gattuso Charlotte Alongi Liz Buck Jill Anders Kristy Malone

SUPPORT WESTFIELD: Westfield is hosting TWO restaurant fundraising days. On Wednesday, April 29, visit Jersey Mikes for lunch or dinner and show the flyer (attached) either paper or on your mobile device. And on Wednesday, May 13, have dinner at Panera! See attached flyer. Both events will support Westfield Middle School.

CONGRATULATIONS: To the PTOs newest board members: Marie Marciniak will fill the Vice President slot next year and Michelle Caravello will take over as Treasurer. Thank you both and congratulations!

BOX TOPS: The Box Top contest continues until May 22! We will have one more classroom winner. Please keep turning in your box tops. We have collected over $1,600 so far this year!!

CHAIRPERSON POSITIONS AVAILABLE: There are a few vacant chairperson positions for the 2015/2016 school year. Please see attached descriptions. If you are interested, please contact us.

5K RUN/WALK: Our Run/Walk has been rescheduled for Sunday, May 17. See attached flyer and sign up! Open to all.

PTO Meeting Minutes-April 8http://bit.ly/1tyTRHQ

April 16, 2015

Calendar

MAY 13PTO Meeting6:00-7:00pm

MAY 175K Run/WalkErickson School

If you would like to get involved with the Erickson PTO or have comments or questions, please email us at: ericksonpto13@gmail.com

OPEN CHAIRPERSON POSITIONS 2015­2016 

  

For each of these committees, volunteers sign up on Information Day and their contact information is distributed to each Committee Chairperson. 

   FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: Chairperson is responsible for planning Family Pumpkin Night (October) and Dinner and a Movie (February/March). Responsibilities include planning event, organizing volunteers for event and purchasing items if necessary (reimbursed).  PICTURE DAY VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: Works with school on times and coordinates volunteers for Picture Day (October).   If you are interested in any of the above committees, please contact us at ericksonpto13@gmail.com  

Erickson Elementary

5K| Fun Run Walk

Rain or Shine on Sunday, May 17! Registration opens @ 8AM | Race @ 9AM

$25 entry until May 11 $35 after May 11 or at event

Race Day Registration:

Registration desks open 8AM

Erickson’s main entrance Race Map/Instructions:

Start: Erickson main parking lot

Run behind school

To Central Du Page Regional Trail

Run 2.5 laps

Run toward Erickson Gym lot

Finish: Erickson main parking lot Post-Race: 9:30AM – 11:00AM

Water & snacks

Race Finisher SWAG o Erickson 5K Fun Run t-shirt o 5K Fun Run medal

Send questions to ericksonpto13@gmail.com

Please print name & indicate if adult or minor (under 18)

Name:_________________________________________ Adult/Minor: _______________

Name:_________________________________________ Adult/Minor: _______________

Name:_________________________________________ Adult/Minor: _______________

Name:_________________________________________ Adult/Minor: _______________

Phone Number:_____________________ E-mail:__________________________________ Total Amount:___________________ Please make checks payable to Erickson PTO.

Return to Erickson Elementary School 277 Springfield Drive, Bloomingdale, Il 60108

Over 1300 stores open and in development nationwide! visit: jerseymikes.com

of the proceeds will be donated to:%

Fundraiser Location:Jersey Mike's Subs383 West Army Trail Rd - BloomingdalePlease give this flyer to the cashier or show flyer on your phoneWe have kid's meals for $3.99Date: Wednesday April 29th

Phone: (630) 529-0808

Time: 10 am to 9 pm

Help us raise money for:Westfield Middle School

WESTFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL20

©2015 Panera Bread. All rights reserved.

Panera Bread® Gift Card, Panera Catering and online purchases are excluded from this event.

Westfield Middle School PTO

Bring this flyer when you dine with us on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, and we’ll donate a portion of the proceeds from your purchase to Westfield Middle School

PTO . It’s a handcrafted, delicious meal, all for a great cause!

Learn more about Fundraising Nights at Panera Bread at:www.PaneraBread.com/fundraiser

Wednesday, May 13, 20154:00p - 8:00p

at the Panera Bread bakery-cafe at420 West Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

Help support

Reading to RoverChildren have the opportunity to read to special therapy dogs. This stress-free, non-judgmental environment allows children to build confidence in their reading. To reserve your time with a therapy dog, call (630) 924-2740 or stop by the YS Department. No online registration.

Wednesdays, April 15, April 22,April 29 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

GRADES K-6

RREGiStRAtion

REquiRED

101 Fairfield Way • Bloomingdale, IL • (630) 529-3120 • www.mybpl.org

Summer Campsummer camps

Benefits• Friendly, safe environment• Experienced, caring staff• Fun, age-appropriate activities• Indoor camp sites• Outdoor pool• Indoor gym• Playground on site• Full day camp 8:30-3:30• Extended hours available 6:45-8:30am and/or 3:30-6:15pm• Affordably-priced fun!

Program Highlights• Pick, Pay & Play flexible usage option• Early Bird Registration• Weekly Field Trip o Cat Tails & Mouse Hole: Thurs. o Lions Den & Rat Race: Wed. o Top Dog: Mon., Wed. & Fri.

• Swimming at the Oasis• Arts & Crafts• Active sports and games• Cooking• Special Events• Swim Lessons included• Daily Lunch Option (non-field trip days)• Daily camp activity calendars highlighting special activity

A great way to enjoy the summer! We offer endless opportunities for your child to have fun and enjoy a memorable camp experience. Our day camp program is designed to spark your child’s imagination, harvest new friendships and discover new talents each and every day. With creatively-planned activities, children enjoy summer to the fullest extent and look forward to returning year after year.

Registration:• $75 non-refundable registration fee due at time of registration o Register before April 1 and save $50! o Register before May 1 and save $25!• Select the days that best fit your needs• Complete all information on forms (include current photo of your child)• There is a 3-business day processing period before your child may attend camp• BPD Program Refund Policy applies

Cat Tails, Mouse Hole, Lion’s Den and Rat Race Camps Early Bird Rate Program FeePrice per week of camp $149/$169 $175/$195Price per day of camp $35/$40 $40/$45Price per day w/o 3 business day notification price +$15Price per day if no notification price +$20

Top Dog Camp (ages 11-15) Early Bird Rate Program FeePrice per week of camp $175/$195 $199/$219Price per day of camp $40/$45 $45/$50Price per day w/o 3+ business day notification price +$15Price per day if no notification price +$20

*To receive the early bird rate, you must pay the week/days in full before the Monday at least two weeks before your child will be attending. You must specify which days of the week your child is attending if select the “choose your days” option. There is a required 3-business day processing period before your child may start attending.

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Dates:Week 1: 6/8-6/12Week 2: 6/15-6/19Week 3: 6/22-6/26Week 4: 6/29-7/3Week 5: 7/6-7/10Week 6: 7/13-7/17Week 7: 7/20-7/24Week 8: 7/27-7/31Week 9: 8/3-8/7

Online Registration Instructions:1. Log on to your WebTrac account at

www.registerb.parksreconline.com/bloomingdale102.html

2. Add registration fee to your cart (once registered you may skip this step)

3. Search » Activity » Childcare Calendar4. Choose childcare location and sub type

• Cat Tails, Lion’s Den, Mouse Hold & Rat Race - JRC

• Top Dog - Westfield • Click Early Childhood & Youth Camps

5. Click View Calendar6. Select days of attendance

Items to bring to camp daily• Snack• Lunch• Water bottle• Swimwear• Sunscreen• Towel• Camp shirt on field trip days (provided to camper first field trip day s/he attends)

Camp Open House: May 21, 5-7PM

@ JRC

Grandparent RateAre you a resident with non-resident grandchildren? Ask us about our special grandparent rate!

Ages 3-15Register before April 1 and save $50!Register before May 1 and save $25!

Visit www.bloomingdaleparks.orgfor more information.

Ph. (630) 529.3650 172 S. Circle Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108 www.bloomingdaleparks.org

summer camps

Benefits• Friendly, safe environment• Experienced, caring staff• Fun, age-appropriate activities• Indoor camp sites• Outdoor pool• Indoor gym• Playground on site• Full day camp 8:30-3:30• Extended hours available 6:45-8:30am and/or 3:30-6:15pm• Affordably-priced fun!

Program Highlights• Pick, Pay & Play flexible usage option• Early Bird Registration• Weekly Field Trip o Cat Tails & Mouse Hole: Thurs. o Lions Den & Rat Race: Wed. o Top Dog: Mon., Wed. & Fri.

• Swimming at the Oasis• Arts & Crafts• Active sports and games• Cooking• Special Events• Swim Lessons included• Daily Lunch Option (non-field trip days)• Daily camp activity calendars highlighting special activity

A great way to enjoy the summer! We offer endless opportunities for your child to have fun and enjoy a memorable camp experience. Our day camp program is designed to spark your child’s imagination, harvest new friendships and discover new talents each and every day. With creatively-planned activities, children enjoy summer to the fullest extent and look forward to returning year after year.

Registration:• $75 non-refundable registration fee due at time of registration o Register before April 1 and save $50! o Register before May 1 and save $25!• Select the days that best fit your needs• Complete all information on forms (include current photo of your child)• There is a 3-business day processing period before your child may attend camp• BPD Program Refund Policy applies

Cat Tails, Mouse Hole, Lion’s Den and Rat Race Camps Early Bird Rate Program FeePrice per week of camp $149/$169 $175/$195Price per day of camp $35/$40 $40/$45Price per day w/o 3 business day notification price +$15Price per day if no notification price +$20

Top Dog Camp (ages 11-15) Early Bird Rate Program FeePrice per week of camp $175/$195 $199/$219Price per day of camp $40/$45 $45/$50Price per day w/o 3+ business day notification price +$15Price per day if no notification price +$20

*To receive the early bird rate, you must pay the week/days in full before the Monday at least two weeks before your child will be attending. You must specify which days of the week your child is attending if select the “choose your days” option. There is a required 3-business day processing period before your child may start attending.

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Dates:Week 1: 6/8-6/12Week 2: 6/15-6/19Week 3: 6/22-6/26Week 4: 6/29-7/3Week 5: 7/6-7/10Week 6: 7/13-7/17Week 7: 7/20-7/24Week 8: 7/27-7/31Week 9: 8/3-8/7

Online Registration Instructions:1. Log on to your WebTrac account at

www.registerb.parksreconline.com/bloomingdale102.html

2. Add registration fee to your cart (once registered you may skip this step)

3. Search » Activity » Childcare Calendar4. Choose childcare location and sub type

• Cat Tails, Lion’s Den, Mouse Hold & Rat Race - JRC

• Top Dog - Westfield • Click Early Childhood & Youth Camps

5. Click View Calendar6. Select days of attendance

Items to bring to camp daily• Snack• Lunch• Water bottle• Swimwear• Sunscreen• Towel• Camp shirt on field trip days (provided to camper first field trip day s/he attends)

Camp Open House: May 21, 5-7PM

@ JRC

Grandparent RateAre you a resident with non-resident grandchildren? Ask us about our special grandparent rate!

1. Swim lessons teach children lifesaving skills.

2. Swim lessons calm fears.3. Swimming is a great way to

keep kids active.

4. Swim lessons can help kids build confidence.

5. Swim lessons can be the start of a new hobby or sport.

The Oasis Swim Academy offers a complete curriculum that encourages students to succeed and develop life-saving skills. Swim lessons teach participants how to be safe in and around the water while providing fun and fitness.

Top 5 Reasons to Take Swim Lessons atThe Oasis Swim Academy

1. Swim lessons teach children lifesaving skills. 2. Swim lessons calm fears. 3. Swimming is a great way to keep kids active.4. Swim lessons can help kids build confidence. 5. Swim lessons can be the start of a new hobby or sport.

Use coupon code PIZZA when signing up online at www.bloomingdaleparks.org and save

$5 off your lesson!

Ph. (630) 529.3650 172 S. Circle Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108 www.bloomingdaleparks.org

5 REASONS TO TAKE SWIM LESSONS AT THE OASIS SWIM ACADEMY

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OASIS SWIM ACADEMY

Try us for free!See page 34.

SWIMMING IS A CRITICAL LIFE SAFETY SKILL. THE OASIS SWIM ACADEMY TEACHES PARTICIPANTS THIS VITAL SKILL IN AND AROUND THE WATER WHILE ALSO PROVIDING FUN AND FITNESS.

Try us for freeJune 5!

Swimming is a critical life safety skill. The Oasis Swim Academy teaches

participants this vital skill in and around the water while also providing fun

and fitness.

5 REASONS TO TAKESWIM LESSONS AT THE BPD1. Swim lessons teach children

lifesaving skills.2. Swim lessons calm fears.3. Swimming is a great way to keep

kids active.4. Swim lessons can help kids build

confidence.5. Swim lessons can be the start of a

new hobby or sport.

The Oasis Swim Academy offers a complete curriculum that encourages students to succeed and develop life-saving skills. Swim lessons teach participants how to be safe in and around the water while providing fun and fitness.

Top 5 Reasons to Take Swim Lessons atThe Oasis Swim Academy

1. Swim lessons teach children lifesaving skills. 2. Swim lessons calm fears. 3. Swimming is a great way to keep kids active.4. Swim lessons can help kids build confidence. 5. Swim lessons can be the start of a new hobby or sport.

Use coupon code PIZZA when signing up online at www.bloomingdaleparks.org and save

$5 off your lesson!

Ph. (630) 529.3650 172 S. Circle Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108 www.bloomingdaleparks.org

Register now at www.bloomingdaleparks.org or in person at the Johnston Recreation Center. Classes begin in June.