| 266 Linden Avenue Glencoe, IL 60022 Dr. Molly Cinnamon, Principal Office: (847) 835-6400 Nurse: (847) 835-6440 Fax: (847) 835- 6405 |
SCHOOL HOURS First Bell: Classes: AM Kindergarten: PM Kindergarten: |
8:40am 8:50am - 3:00pm 8:50am - 11:30am 12:20pm - 3:00pm |
Got a 1st grade daughter who’d love to become part of the Girl Scouts of America? We’re currently forming a Brownie Troop for 2nd grade girls in the 2012-2013 school year. Join us for an informational session with Patsy Rodriguez, North Region Coordinator for the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago, and your trusty troop leaders, Melissa Lee & Wendy Gale. We’ll discuss dates and times of upcoming troop meetings, how to enroll your daughter, and answer any of your pressing questions:
Monday, May 21st at 7pm. Glencoe Library Multipurpose Room.
Come learn about this enriching program for your daughter. Be sure to bring your checkbook to sign up on the spot & buy supplies!
This week, May 14 - May 18, is Family Fitness Week at South School. We invite parents to attend their child's Physical Education class with them in an effort to provide an opportunity for family physical fun and good health. Hope to see you there!Click here to view schedule
Please be aware that all library books are due no later than Friday, May 25th. Your help in assisting your child locate and return all South School Library books at this time is very much appreciated.
HAPPY SUMMER READING!
Next Monday, May 14th, our first and second graders will be released at 2:00 pm. PM Kindergarteners are encouraged to stay til 3:00 pm, as they typically do. There IS bus service at 2:00 pm for first and second graders, but there is NO bus service at 3:00 pm for Kindergarteners. You will need to arrange for your Kindergartener to be picked up in front of the school at 3:00 pm on May 14th. Thank you!
Dear Incoming Kindergarten Parents for the 2012 - 2013 school year,
This past week, we hosted our annual Kindergarten Parent Orientation Night at SOUTH. As promised, here is the map including the dividing line for AM and PM sections. Please call our South Office if you have any questions: 847-835-6400
Click Here To View Line
Dear Parents,
We appreciate your support in reminding your child to leave all toys at home. This includes any electronics.
Besides the obvious distractions involved in bringing the toys to school, we would hate for something special to get lost or damaged.
Thank you very much!
If you would like to register your child for Kindergarten for the 2012-2013 school year please download the details and contact the SOUTH office at SOUTHoffice@glencoeschools.org or call 847.835.6411to obtain a registration packet. Students must be 5 years old on or before September 1st, 2012. An original birth certificate and proof of residency (download details here) must be presented at the time of registration. We look forward to welcoming your family to South School!
Please mark your calendars for your child's spring music concert!
Kindergarten will perform on Wednesday, May 30th, AM classes at 10:45 & PM classes at 2:15
2nd grade will perform on Thursday, May 31st at 2:10 PM
We hope to see you there!
If your 1st or 2nd grade student would like to practice at home, download a practice packet here:
Click here for first grade song packet
Click here for second grade song packet
At South School, we dedicate the first 15 minutes of each school day to our work with SEL. Students and teachers participate in greetings, hand shakes, role-playing and our Second Step curriculum in an effort to explore the explicit SEL skills and competencies. Here's what's happening in each of our grade levels under the umbrella of Social Emotional Learning:
Currently at South School, classes are finishing up their discussions of Anger Management, how to calm down, and identifying strong feelings, such as disappointment, frustration and even anger. After Spring Break, we will be moving on to the next important step: Problem-Solving! Through the use of our Second Step cards and videos,...LEARN MORE »
Please kindly remember to pick up all carline students in the front of our building. Picking them up on Jackson by the buses or allowing them to walk by themselves to Watts for pick up is not an option. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!
Park District classes end on Friday, May 25th. Please send transportation notes for the following two weeks.Please find a pdf of the South School Transportation Notes for you to print as needed for your child. Please call Mrs. Grabowski at 847.835.6414 if you have any questions. Click here to view Transportation Notes
2012-13 Bus Service applications (other than Park District ONLY) received/postmarked AFTER WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012 will be subject to a $75.00 late fee. 2012-13 Bus Service applications (other than Park District ONLY) received/postmarked after Sunday, June 30, 2012 will be subject to a $75 late fee with no guarantee of ridership start date. 2012-13 Bus Service applications received/postmarked after Wednesday, August 15, 2012 (other than Park District ONLY) will be held for processing until Friday, September 7, 2012. If you have any questions, please call the Business Office at 847-835-7800.
To sign up for 2012-13 busing using a credit card, visit our District transportation page at... LEARN MORE »
Summer Explorations registration is now closed. Limited enrollment registration will be available for summer classes June 12- June 15, 2012 at the Summer Explorations Site.
The program co-directors, Nan Weiss-Ham (weisshan@glencoeschools.org) or Michele Byrne (byrnem@glencoeschools.org), may be reached via email. The Summer Explorations Office opens at 9:00 a.m., June 11th, West School (Main Office).
Summer Explorations 2012 runs from Tuesday, June 12 (beginning at 9:00 a.m.) through Friday, July 6th. Most classes will be held at West School. No classes will be held Wednesday, July 4.
Online ordering May 8th - June 26th
Does the thought of back-to-school supply shopping stress you out? Tired of running to 2 or 3 stores? The PTO is once again offering an easy on-line process to order school supplies and have them delivered directly to your child's classroom before the start of school. All items are teacher-recommended, premium quality.
Act now...You must order by June 26th.
www.epipacks.com
Use the customer code: GLE201
Type “NA” when prompted for teacher’s name
Support the School District with this PTO Fundraiser! Click here to see the details.
June 2nd marks the sixth running of the Glencoe Educational Foundation’s, Glencoe Grand Prix criterium bicycle race. The Glencoe Grand Prix generates financial support for educational enhancements in Glencoe School District. Our thanks to all of those community members working with Jon Knouse, President of Glencoe Education Foundation and founder of the Glencoe Grand Prix. We are most appreciative of the opportunities and support they bring to our students and community.
To support the Glencoe Educational Foundation a limited edition t-shirt is available for purchase to celebrate the 6th annual Glencoe Grand Prix! Download the details and order form here.
With the support of our 8th Grade Executive Cabinet, we have four collections across our schools. The deadline to pitch in to support these programs is May 15th, 2012.
• Food for Funds Collection of Grand Food receipts
• Box Tops for Education Collection
• Pop Tab Collection
• Empties 4 Cash Collection of used printer cartridges
Click here to read the details of each collection. These present easy opportunities to make a difference in the world. We appreciate any effort that you make to contribute to these wonderful collections.
The Board of Education has approved the 2012-2013 school year calendar. The following is a one page listing of major events for school year 2012-2013, Calendar Highlights. Please note the two Parent/Teacher Conference Days will be held on November 8th and 9th. Conferences will also be held on the evening of November 8th. There will not be a scheduled conference day in February.
Please note the following medical record requirements for public schools. Should you have questions, please call the school office (South School: 847-835-6400, West School: 847-835-6600 and Central School: 847-835-7600).
Illinois law requires proof of an eye examination by an optometrist or physician who provides complete eye exams be submitted as a child enters kindergarten or is new to an Illinois school. The exam must be completed within one year prior to your child beginning school. All forms must be turned in by October 15th. Download the EYE EXAM form here.
All children in kindergarten, sixth grade and new to the district must provide the school with documentation of a completed... LEARN MORE »
South Family Fitness Week!
Monday, May 14, 2012
Family Open House (Gr. 1 and 2)
Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 6:45pm
Memorial Day - No School
Monday, May 28, 2012
Last Day for Kindergarten
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Last Day for 1st -7th Grades
Friday, June 8, 2012 at 8:20am
4th Quarter Report Cards
Friday, June 8, 2012
Board of Education Meeting
Monday, June 11, 2012 at 7:30pm
Summer Explorations Begins
Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 9:00am
This page serves as a celebration of the passion, dedication and professionalism of the people who make up the Glencoe Schools.
View our staff quotes.
Are you looking for resources to engage your child in literacy activities at home? Try the following websites as recommended by our First Grade team.
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Residency Requirements
Please refer to this file for the required documents to establish student residency.
Student Fees
Pay for 2011-12 student fees online! Click link to access Fee Information. All via credit card.
Transportation
Register for the 2012-13 Bus Service on line! Click link to access Bus Registration information.
Learn more about our Glencoe Boy Scouts troop. For boys ages 11 to 17 - join in for new opportunities in citizenship, responsibility and outdoor education.
Visit the GEF website to see what’s new, order your commemorative school brick, or get the latest info on GEF highlights.
To learn more about how your child can participate in Social Service activities, attend social events or participate in the play, please visit our website.
Glencoe Parent Connection connects parents with parents, schools and community to help them raise emotionally healthy kids.
Check out all the fun and engaging programs and special events this season for all ages in Glencoe.
Enjoy weekly updates and information through the Glencoe PTO website!
Enjoy updates and information on special programs through the Glencoe Public Library!
