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GLENVIEW DISTRICT 34Glen Grove Elementary School3900 Glenview RoadGlenview, IL 60025Phone: (847)998-5030/Fax (847)998-5101Attendance/Health O�ce (847)657-2394

IMPORTANT DATESMonday, March 113rd Grade Chorus - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Student Council - 2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12PTA Meeting at Glen Grove 9:30 a.m. Code Play Learn 7:00 - 7:55 a.m.Art Club 2:30 - 3:45 p.m.Global Language 2:30 - 3:25 p.m.Laughing Academy 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 13Advanced Band Rehearsal 7:10 - 7:45 a.m. 4th & 5th Grade Chorus 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Chess Club 2:30 - 3:15 p.m.Laughing Academy 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14Global Language 2:30 - 3:25 p.m. Friday, March 15Chess Club 7:00 - 7:50 a.m.Girls Only Chess 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.Code Play Learn 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Monday, March 18Spirit Week - Pattern Day (Wear patterned clothes such as polka dots, stripes etc)3rd Grade Chorus - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. District 34 Board Meeting 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 19Spirit Week - Culture Day (Wear colors of the �ag of your ethnicity or a cultural out�t) Code Play Learn 7:00 - 7:55 a.m.Art Club 2:30 - 3:45 p.m.Global Language 2:30 - 3:25 p.m.Laughing Academy 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.Middle School Parent Information Night 7:00 p.m. - 9:00p.m. Wednesday, March 20Spirit Week - Book Character Day (Dress up like your favorite book character) Advanced Band Rehearsal 7:10 - 7:45 a.m. 4th & 5th Grade Chorus 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Chess Club 2:30 - 3:15 p.m.Laughing Academy 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21Spirit Day - Reading Lock in Day (Bring in plenty of books to read)Global Language 2:30 - 3:25 p.m. Friday, March 22Spirit Day - Gator Gear Day (Wear your spirit wear or the wear the gator color of blue andgreen)Chess Club 7:00 - 7:50 a.m.Girls Only Chess 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.Code Play Learn 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

LRC NEWSWhat is Maker Modules?

The Glenview Educational Foundation (GEF) has generously funded a grant organized aroundthree big themes, Construction, Circuitry, and Robotics & Coding. All students (K-5) will havethe opportunity to work through the inquiry design process with hands-on experiences appliedto solve real-world problems. Students will design a solution, solve a problem or answer aquestion and and spark a lifelong interest in discovery.

March Book Madness Today ends week #1 in the voting for the Illinois Children’s Choice Awards. The third gradersvoted on which 10 Monarch titles moved on to week #2. All students had the opportunity tovote for the 10 Bluestem titles. Just 2 more weeks to �nd out the �rst place titles! Do you want to know more? Follow @GGMrsFunke on Twitter #WeAreD34 #GlenGroveRocks

P.E. NEWSEach trimester, all students will be assessed in their engagement, personal responsibility andthe ability to throw overhand using proper form. The student friendly de�nition of engagement that we have used with all students is a “highlevel of focus, attention and effort.” If a student demonstrates a high level of focus, attentionand effort (engagement) all of the time the student would earn a “M” for meeting this standardon the progress report. The student friendly de�nition of personal responsibility that we have used with all students is“the ability to stay positive and react appropriately.” If a student demonstrates the ability tostay positive and react appropriately (personal responsibility) all of the time the student wouldearn a “M” for meeting this standard on the progress report. The overhand throw has �ve essential components for a mature pattern. The followingcomponents make up a mature throwing pattern;

Side to target (turn body)Arm back and extendedStep with opposite footRotate hipsFollow through across body

A third grade student is required to demonstrate three of these �ve components, a fourthgrade student is required to have all �ve components, and a �fth grade student is required tohave all �ve components using a variety of throwing objects. If a student is able todemonstrate the required components the student would earn a “M” for meeting this standardof the progress report. In trimester 2 ONLY, students will be assessed on their ability to dribble a basketball withcontrol. Dribbling with control has �ve essential components. The �ve essential componentsof dribbling with control are;

knees bentopposite foot forward when dribbling in space�nger pads contact ballball is kept at waist or beloweyes and head up(not looking at the ball)

A third grade student is required to demonstrate three of these �ve components, a fourthgrade student is required to have all �ve components and increase and decrease speed and a�fth grade student is required to have all �ve components during 1-on-1 practice tasks. If astudent is able to demonstrate the required components the student would earn a “M” formeeting this standard of the progress report. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact any P.E. Teacher.Troy Cutler tcutler@glenview34.org 847-657-2349Lori Marcotte lmarcotte@glenview34.org 847-657-2349Preston Roberts prroberts@glenview34.org 847-657-2346

FIFTH GRADE MUSICAL INFORMATIONDear Parents: The �fth grade musical this year is “The Trial of the Big, Bad Wolf”. The shows music and styleis set in the “rock and roll” 50’s. It presents a comical version of what might happen had theBig, Bad Wolf been on trial for his offenses. This light-hearted musical is full of fun and laughsfor the whole family. The show is Wednesday, April 10, 2019 for Cast A at 8:30am for the school and 7:00pm forparents and relatives. Cast A classes are Mr. Nitz, Mrs. Poulakas, Ms. Fried, and Mrs.Richardson. Cast B will perform on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 8:30am for the school and 7:00pm forparents and relatives. Cast B classes are Mr. Roy, Ms. Margolis, and Mrs. Champney.

The last few weeks have been very exciting in drama class! Students made up commercials ofproducts of the 1950’s that would be used by our characters. A few of these commercials havebeen picked to be part of our 5th grade musical. In the weeks to follow we will be practicing our lines, learning songs, making scenery andgetting our costumes together. (More to follow on costumes) Students should be memorizingtheir lines and practicing at home as well as in class. Thank you in advance for your supportwith that. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns:eberichon@glenview34.org or (847) 657-2335.Sincerely, Eileen Berichon, Drama Director

KEEPING OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITYHEALTHYWe have entered the time of year when we see in�uenza (�u) and other respiratory viruses atschool. We want to let you know what steps we are taking to keep our school communityhealthy and how you can help. Click here for more information.

FOOD SERVICE INFORMATIONPlease review this important food service information which includes the menu cycle and thecycle calendar. Click here for the March Food Service Newsletter.

CHANGE IN DISMISSAL ARRANGEMENTS If you need to change the after school pick-up arrangements for your child, please send a noteto you child's teacher. If you need to change arrangements at the last minute, during theschool day, please make sure you call our o�ce before 2:00 p.m. to inform us of the change.There is a lot going on in a school o�ce both at the beginning and the end of school day. Bycalling before 2:00 p.m., you are giving the front o�ce staff the time needed to locateclassroom teachers and communicate the message regarding the pick-up arrangements foryour child in a timely manner.

CELL PHONE USAGE FORMAll students that carry a cell phone to school must have a cell phone usage form on �le withthe front o�ce. Please �ll out the attached form and send it to the Glen Grove O�ce. The

guidelines are included in this attachment. Cell Phone Usage Form http://www.glenview34.org/form/cellphone

TWITTERFollow Us on Twitter We are always looking for ways to improve communication and to increase engagement withour parent community, so we have launched a Twitter account. We invite you to followus@GlenGroveGators for news on student, classroom, and school accomplishments,important updates, informational items, and a glimpse at amazing moments of teaching andlearning. We also encourage you to share your Glen Grove school pride on Twitter using thehashtag #glengroverocks.

DISTRICT 34 IMPORTANT FORMS ANDINFORMATION 2018-2019 District 34 Parent Calendar2019-2020 District 34 Parent CalendarAuthorization And Permission For Administration Of MedicationBus Rider RemindersCell Phone Use Agreement and Permission Form Classroom Party Menu OptionsDental Exam Form (completed for Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grades) Dental Exam Waiver District Policies/Handbook Info Eye Exam Form Eye Exam Waiver Food GuidelinesHealth Examination Form

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