We had a great day back from a long weekend! Thank you to everyone that was able to join us for student-led conferences last week. We have some news and reminders from our PTA to share with you.

The PTA is currently seeking nominations for officers for the 20-21 school year. Please click here to see an attachment from the Nominating Committee. 

As a reminder, our MacArthur PTA Silent Auction will take place this Friday from 6:00-8:00 PM in the gym at Eisenhower Junior High. We hope you can join us! Please see below for a partial list of the items that will be available to bid on! We hope to see you there!

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Estimada comunidad de MacArthur:

¡Tuvimos un gran día dspues de un largo fin de semana! Gracias a todos los que pudieron unirse a nosotros para las conferencias dirigidas por estudiantes la semana pasada. Tenemos algunas noticias y recordatorios de nuestra PTA para compartir con usted.

La PTA está buscando nominaciones para oficiales para el año escolar 20-21. Haga clic aquí para ver un archivo adjunto del Comité de Nominaciones.

Como recordatorio, nuestra subasta silenciosa de MacArthur PTA se llevará a cabo este viernes de 6: 00-8: 00PM en el gimnasio de Eisenhower Junior High. Esperamos que pueda unirse a nosotros! ¡Vea a continuación una lista parcial de los artículos que estarán disponibles para ofertar! ¡Esperamos verle ahí!

Dear MacArthur Community,

Thank you for joining us yesterday and today for student-led conferences! It was wonderful to see so many families connecting with staff and students taking pride in showcasing their work. Over the last two days, students and their families have used colorful hearts to write down what the most love about Mac and left those hearts posted around the school. Reading these messages has been a great reminder of how fortunate we are to be part of such a wonderful school community. We would also like to thank our PTA for all of their work in organizing and running our book fair. We hope you are looking forward to a relaxing long weekend. As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, February 17 in observance of the President’s Day holiday.

Decades Day! Tuesday, February 18

Come back to school on Tuesday dressed in clothes and accessories from your favorite decade! We hope to see many decades represented at Mac!

5 Essentials Survey- LAST DAY!

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

X Annual Spanish Speech Contest

It is my pleasure to announce that we are now accepting applications for District 54 Annual Spanish Speech Contest. Here is a link to the application and more information: Spanish Speech Contest application

Upcoming Events

• February 17- President’s Day, No School
• February 18- Ice cream sales during lunch
• February 18- Decades Day
• February 19- Pizza lunch (pre-order only)
• February 19- Dual Visitation 9:30 AM
• February 21- Hot lunch (pre order only)
• February 21- Orange Day!
• February 21- PTA Auction 5:30 PM at Eisenhower JH
• February 26- Dual Visitation 1:00 PM
• February 28- End of third trimester
• February 28- Hot dog lunch (pre order only)
• February 28- MacArthur Spirit Wear Day

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

We hope you had a wondeful weekend! We are looking forward to seeing alll of our families for student-led conferences on Thursday and Friday. As a reminder, Thursday is a half day for students. Dismissal will be at 11:40 A.M. Please see below for the February edition of our PTA Newsletter.

Sonia Esquivel

Mac News- February_en

Estimada comunidad de MacArthur:

¡Esperamos que hayan tenido un maravilloso fin de semana! Esperamos ver a todas nuestras familias para conferencias dirigidas por estudiantes el jueves y viernes. Como recordatorio, el jueves es medio día para los estudiantes. La salida será a las 11:40 a.m. Consulte a continuación la edición de febrero de nuestro boletín de la PTA.

Sonia Esquivel

Mac News- febrero_es

Dear MacArthur Community,

As we wrap up another great week at Mac we are also preparing for student-led parent teacher conferences next week! Because conferences are student-led, we would like all students to attend their conference with their families. As a reminder, conferences will take place on Thursday, February 13th and Friday, February 14th.  Thursday, February 14th is a half-day for students.  Dismissal is at 11:40.  February 14th and 17th are non-attendance days for students.

X Annual Spanish Speech Contest

It is my pleasure to announce that we are now accepting applications for District 54 Annual Spanish Speech Contest. Here is a link to the application and more information: Spanish Speech Contest application

Happiness Newsletter

The MacArthur Happiness Committee sent out their February Happiness Newsletter. Open this link to learn more about the Happiness Tactic of meditation.

From the Nurse

This message is to inform you of symptoms of conjunctivitis. This is commonly known as “PINK EYE”.

Symptoms may include
* Itchy, burning, watery eyes
* Sensitivity to light
* Clear to pus-like discharge from the eye
* Crusted or sealed eye lids upon awakening
* Redness of the white lining of the eye

Diagnosis:
* Confirmed by health care provider

Causes
* Conjunctivitis may be caused by a bacteria, virus, or allergen
* Direct contact with an infected person
* Indirect contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

Treatment
* Consult healthcare provider
* Eye medication may be prescribed depending on the cause
* Medication should be given a minimum of 24 hours before returning to school

Prevention
* Child should use own towel and wash cloth
* Remind child to avoid touching/rubbing their eyes and wash hands frequently

If your child develops symptoms similar to those of conjunctivitis, please keep your child home from school, contact your healthcare provider, and inform the school nurse of a confirmed case. Remember that good hand washing is the number one way to prevent the spread of communicable disease.

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• February 11- Ice cream sales during lunch
• February 11- PTA Meeting 7PM
• February 13- Half Day for students/ Parent teacher conferences/Book Fair
• February 14- Nonattendance day/ Parent teacher conferences/Book Fair 8-10 AM
• February 17- President’s Day, No School
• February 18- Ice cream sales during lunch
• February 19- Pizza lunch (pre-order only)
• February 19- Dual Visitation 9:30 AM
• February 21- Hot lunch (pre order only)
• February 21- Orange Day!
• February 21- PTA Auction 5:30 PM at Eisenhower JH​​​​​​​

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

Dear MacArthur Community,

This truly has been a remarkable week at Mac! Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for Loteria Night on Tuesday! Also on Tuesday night, a group of current and former MacArthur Enviromental Club members was recognized as the Best of the Best of Hoffman at the Hoffman Estates Park District Board Meeting for their work with the MacArthur Butterfly Garden. Congratulations to our Toros! We hope you have a wonderful weekend Mac!

​​​​Kindergarten Registration

On Wednesday, February 5 we will host Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is intended for any incoming MacArthur-based kindergarteners for the 2020-2021 school year.  Registration will take place at MacArthur School from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.  If your child turns 5 years old on or before September 1, 2020 and your family is new to District 54 please read below for what you need to do to register for kindergarten.  We are looking forward to meeting the future class of 2033!

1. Families new to District 54 should go to http://sd54.org/registration to begin your registration before February 5th.  Print the confirmation you receive and bring it to your neighborhood school on February 5th.   Current District 54 families, with new kindergarteners, need to register through their Parent Portal account.
2. Along with the printed confirmation, you will need to bring your child’s original birth certificate or passport (no copies) showing the student was born on or before September 1, 2015 (State of Illinois regulation).
3. Families new to District 54 must provide proof of residency on February 5, 2020.  All documents provided must be current, valid for 2020-2021, and reflect name and addresses within the school boundary.  Below are items that are needed to prove residency:

At least one of the following documents: The most recent real estate tax bill for residency showing owner as the taxpayer, or a signed lease for the residence including a beginning and end date, or a closing statement for the purchase of the residence.

And at least two of the following documents: Illinois driver’s license, gas, water, electric, internet, television, telephone bill or letter confirming service connection, public assistance documentation, voter registration card, home or vehicle insurance certificate, Illinois automobile registration, or receipt for local city vehicle sticker where applicable.

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• February 3- Dual Program Visitation 9:30 AM
• February 5- Pizza Lunch (pre order only)
• February 5- Kindergarten Registration
• February 6- Smile Dental
• February 7- Nacho Day (pre-order only)
• February 7- Mac Spirit Wear Day
• February 11- Ice cream sales during lunch
• February 13- Half Day for students/ Parent teacher conferences/Book Fair
• February 14- Nonattendance day/ Parent teacher conferences/Book Fair 8-10 AM

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

Dear MacArthur Community,

We had an excellent turnout for our Coffee with the Guys event today! Thank you to everyone that was able to join us and to our PTA volunteers for organizing this wonderful event. You may have noticed a couple of new faces at Mac recently. Miss Dvoracek has joined our instructional support team and Miss Yates is a Speech and Language intern working with Mr. Kitowski. We are happy to welcome them both! We hope you have a wonderful weekend. Please read on for important information and announcements.

PTA Newsletter Edits

Mac News- January

Kindergarten Registration

On Wednesday, February 5 we will host Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is intended for any incoming MacArthur-based kindergarteners for the 2020-2021 school year.  Registration will take place at MacArthur School from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.  If your child turns 5 years old on or before September 1, 2020 and your family is new to District 54 please read below for what you need to do to register for kindergarten.  We are looking forward to meeting the future class of 2033!

1. Families new to District 54 should go to http://sd54.org/registration to begin your registration before February 5th.  Print the confirmation you receive and bring it to your neighborhood school on February 5th.   Current District 54 families, with new kindergarteners, need to register through their Parent Portal account.
2. Along with the printed confirmation, you will need to bring your child’s original birth certificate or passport (no copies) showing the student was born on or before September 1, 2015 (State of Illinois regulation).
3. Families new to District 54 must provide proof of residency on February 5, 2020.  All documents provided must be current, valid for 2020-2021, and reflect name and addresses within the school boundary.  Below are items that are needed to prove residency:

At least one of the following documents: The most recent real estate tax bill for residency showing owner as the taxpayer, or a signed lease for the residence including a beginning and end date, or a closing statement for the purchase of the residence.

And at least two of the following documents: Illinois driver’s license, gas, water, electric, internet, television, telephone bill or letter confirming service connection, public assistance documentation, voter registration card, home or vehicle insurance certificate, Illinois automobile registration, or receipt for local city vehicle sticker where applicable.

PTA Restaurant Night
The next PTA restaurant night is at Garibaldis on Wednesday, January 29. Click here for the flyer.

Schaumburg Parent University – January classes
Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. Please note that childcare is always available.

Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30
According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1). Vaping flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

MacArthur Spirit Days!

The MacArthur Student Council has chosen the spirit days for the next several weeks.  Each spirit day will be held on a Wednesday (except for the Bonus Day, so please mark your calendars!  We are hoping everyone, students AND staff, participate in this FUN!

January 29^th                       Sports Day

Bonus Spirit Day: 80’s Day on Friday, January 31^st

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• January 28- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 28- Loteria Night, 6-7:30 PM
• January 29- Sports Day
• January 29- Half Day for students (11:40 AM Dismissal)
• January 29- Open Enrollment Fair, 6-7:30 PM
• January 31- 80’s Day
• January 31- Hot dog lunch (pre-order only)

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

Dear MacArthur Community,

It feels like winter temperatures are upon us and with the colder temperatures, we know more of our families are driving to school. As a reminder, please use our drop off lane in the Mac parking lot to drop off students. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our school bus lane clear so that school buses can pull in and safely drop off our students. We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Please remember that Monday, January 20 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and both schools and district offices will be closed.

Reproductive System Unit- Parent Sessions

We would like to invite you to attend an informational meeting regarding the Your Reproductive System (Sex Education) program for fourth, fifth and sixth grade students.  This will be an opportunity for parents to preview the materials presented to the students at the intermediate grade levels.  The presentations are scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – all sessions will be held at the Rafferty Administration Center, in the Professional Learning Center (522 E. Schaumburg Rd., IL 60194).  Dates for the grade level specific presentations are outlined below:

Fourth Grade – Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Fifth Grade – Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Sixth Grade – Thursday, January 23, 2020

The Your Reproductive System unit for students will be taught through your child’s elementary school during the health unit. If you have any questions regarding the location or dates and times of the presentations please contact the Department of Student Learning at 847/357-5031.

Upcoming Events for Incoming Students

There are two upcoming opportunities for incoming MacArthur families to start planning for next school year.  In order to make sure that no one misses these dates, we are asking for your help to spread the message to any neighbors that may have an incoming kindergarten student next year.

First, we have our annual Open Enrollment Fair on Wednesday, January 29.  The Open Enrollment Fair is an evening designed for families to see which District 54 schools offer programs of choice.  Mac will be represented at the fair as we showcase our Spanish/English Dual Language Program.  The Open Enrollment Fair runs from 6:00-7:30PM at the Professional Learning Center, 522 East Schaumburg Road in Schaumburg.

In addition, on Wednesday, February 5 we will host Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is for any incoming MacArthur-based kindergarteners for the 2020-2021 school year.  Registration will take place at Mac from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
In order to help parents better prepare for the severe cold weather and snow we often get during winters in our community, I wanted to share with you the District 54 Severe Cold Weather Response Plan. The plan outlines responses to a wind chill warning, wind chill advisory and emergency school closing procedures.  A copy of the Severe Weather Response Plan is posted on the District 54 website here.

Schaumburg Parent University – January classes
Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. Please note that childcare is always available.
Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30
According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1). Vaping flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

MacArthur Spirit Days!

The MacArthur Student Council has chosen the spirit days for the next several weeks.  Each spirit day will be held on a Wednesday (except for the Bonus Day, so please mark your calendars!  We are hoping everyone, students AND staff, participate in this FUN!

January 22^nd                      Hawaiian Day

January 29^th                       Sports Day

Bonus Spirit Day: 80’s Day on Friday, January 31^st

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• January 20- Martin Luther King, JR. Holiday, No School
• January 21- ORANGE DAY
• January 21- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 22- Hawaiian Day
• January 24- Hot Lunch (preorder only)
• January 24- Mac  spirit wear day
• January 28- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 28- Loteria Night, 6-7:30 PM
• January 29- Sports Day
• January 29- Half Day for students (11:40 AM Dismissal)
• January 29- Open Enrollment Fair, 6-7:30 PM
• January 31- 80’s Day
• January 31- Hot dog lunch (pre-order only)​​​​​​​

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

Dear MacArthur Community,

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful winter break and that you have enjoyed the break from the cold weather!  Students and staff were back in the swing of things this week at Mac. We are setting goals for the second half of the school year and students are eager to share their academic and behavior goals with you during Student-led Conferences in February.  We will welcome students and their parents to Mac during the afternoon and evening of Thursday, February 13, and the morning of Friday, February 14. Please read on for important announcements including this month’s edition of the PTA newsletter.

PTA Newsletter

Mac News- January

Upcoming Events for Incoming Students

There are two upcoming opportunities for incoming MacArthur families to start planning for next school year.  In order to make sure that no one misses these dates, we are asking for your help to spread the message to any neighbors that may have an incoming kindergarten student next year.

First, we have our annual Open Enrollment Fair on Wednesday, January 29.  The Open Enrollment Fair is an evening designed for families to see which District 54 schools offer programs of choice.  Mac will be represented at the fair as we showcase our Spanish/English Dual Language Program.  The Open Enrollment Fair runs from 6:00-7:30PM at the Professional Learning Center, 522 East Schaumburg Road in Schaumburg.

In addition, on Wednesday, February 5 we will host Kindergarten Registration.  Kindergarten Registration is for any incoming MacArthur-based kindergarteners for the 2020-2021 school year.  Registration will take place at Mac from 9:00-11:00AM and 5:00-7:00PM.

Adult ASL Class Opportunity

District 54’s Deaf Education teacher is offering free sign language classes for parents within District 54 that are interested in learning! The six-week course will be held at Blackwell Elementary from 6:00-7:30PM on Thursdays (1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13). There are no prerequisites to join and childcare will be offered for those who need it. If you would like to sign up, please contact Mary Jo Morley at 847-357-5123 or maryjomorley@nullsd54.org. If you need additional information, please contact Emily Kulacz at emilykulacz@nullsd54.org.

Winter Cold Season- Strep Throat

If your child develops symptoms similar to those of strep infection, please contact your physician. Some of the symptoms are sore throat, fever, red throat, swollen glands, vomiting. Please inform the school nurse of a confirmed case. Remember that good hand washing is the number one way to prevent the spread of communicable disease.

For additional information, please review the attached flyer Strep Throat 

Winter MAP Reports

Parent reports for winter MAP testing were published to the parent portal this morning.

District 54 Severe Weather Response Plan
In order to help parents better prepare for the severe cold weather and snow we often get during winters in our community, I wanted to share with you the District 54 Severe Cold Weather Response Plan. The plan outlines responses to a wind chill warning, wind chill advisory and emergency school closing procedures.  A copy of the Severe Weather Response Plan is posted on the District 54 website here.

Schaumburg Parent University – January classes
Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. Please note that childcare is always available.

Vaping: New Trends and Impact on our Youth – January 30
According to the American Lung Association, more than 3.6 million U.S. middle and high school students have reported using e-cigarettes in the past 30 days. This presentation will help parents learn more about the dangers of vaping/e-cigarettes and how to detect if your children are using them. Our presenters will also discuss how to talk to your children about drug use and how to help them quit these addictive products. For parents and their children (ages preteen and older). Presented in English and Spanish by the Elk Grove Village Police Dept. and Kenneth Young Center. This event will take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg (Door C1). Vaping flyer

To register please visit the SPU Online Form or for more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 or spu@nullsd54.org. Leave your name, contact information, the number of children needing childcare (free) and your child’s school.

MacArthur Spirit Days!

The MacArthur Student Council has chosen the spirit days for the next several weeks.  Each spirit day will be held on a Wednesday (except for the Bonus Day, so please mark your calendars!  We are hoping everyone, students AND staff, participate in this FUN!

January 15^th                       Inside-Out Day

January 22^nd                      Hawaiian Day

January 29^th                       Sports Day

Bonus Spirit Day: 80’s Day on Friday, January 31^st

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• January 14- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 14- PTA Meeting, 7PM
• January 15- Pizza lunch (preorder only)
• January 15- Spirit Day: Inside Out Day
• January 15-31-  ACCESS Testing
• January 17- MacArthur spirit wear day
• January 20- Martin Luther King, JR. Holiday, No School
• January 21- ORANGE DAY
• January 21- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 22- Hawaiian Day
• January 24- Hot Lunch (preorder only)
• January 24- Mac  spirit wear day
• January 28- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 28- Loteria Night, 6-7:30 PM
• January 29- Sports Day
• January 29- Half Day for students (11:40 AM Dismissal)
• January 29- Open Enrollment Fair, 6-7:30 PM
• January 31- 80’s Day
• January 31- Hot dog lunch (pre-order only)​​​​​​​

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza

Dear MacArthur Community,

This has been a very special week at Mac! Thank you to everyone that joined us for our first and second grade music concerts earlier this week. Thank you also to our MacArthur PTA for organizing our Cultural Arts assembly today where students learned about how the cold affects the states of matter. We would like to wish all of our MacArthur families a restful winter break filled with family, friends and joyous moments. See you in the 2020 MacArthur!

A Message from the MacArthur Spirit Wear Committee

All winter spirit wear orders were delivered to students today, Friday, December 20. If you did not receive your order, you have until January 10 to notify us. Please contact us at macspiritwear@nullgmail.com with questions. Thank you!

MacArthur Spirit Days!

The MacArthur Student Council has chosen the spirit days for the next several weeks.  Each spirit day will be held on a Wednesday (except for the Bonus Day, so please mark your calendars!  We are hoping everyone, students AND staff, participate in this FUN!

January 8^th                  Dress as Favorite Character

January 15^th                Inside-Out Day

January 22^nd                Hawaiian Day

January 29^th                Sports Day

Bonus Spirit Day:         80’s Day on Friday, January 31^st

5 Essentials Survey

Once again, we are reaching out to our families and asking you to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey to provide us with your perspective and help guide our school improvement efforts. The parent survey will be available online through Feb. 14, 2020, at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois.
For more information, click here to read the letter from Superintendent Andy DuRoss.

Upcoming Events

• December 22-January 3- Winter Break
• January 6- School Resumes
• January 7- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 8- Spirit Day: Dress as a favorite character
• January 10- Hot Lunch (pre-order only)
• January 10- MacArthur spirit wear day
• January 14- Ice cream sales during lunch
• January 15- Pizza lunch (preorder only)
• January 15- Spirit Day: Inside Out Day
• January 15-31-  ACCESS Testing
• January 17- MacArthur spirit wear day​​​​​​​

Sincerely, 

Sonia Esquivel and Lisa Garza