Change your clocks before you go to bed Saturday night!
Daylight Saving Time Ends 11/1 @ 2am.
Clocks fall back 1 hour.
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Friday, October 30, 2015
Teal Pumpkin Awareness
If you see a Teal Pumpkin on a porch this Halloween it is to indicate
Food Allergy Awareness and may be a home that offers special treats
for those children who have to live with allergies.
To read more about the Teal Pumpkin Project go to:
http://www.foodallergy.org/teal-pumpkin-project#.VjOzYberTIU
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Early Release
Friday (10/30) is an Early Release Day!
PIC: 11:00am - PES: 11:50am - Pre-K: No School
Take 5 With...Jeremy Snowden
Take 5 With...Jeremy Snowden
Job Title: 5th Grade Teacher
School: PIC
The best present I ever got when I was a kid was when my dad made me a couple of Star Wars ships. Money was a little tight at the time, so he used his crafty skills to create a very impressive substitute for the store-bought versions of the popular Star Wars toys. They meant so much to me because he had taken his time and put his heart into them for me.1) What was the best present you ever received when you were a kid?
I love fall. I love the colors, the cooler temperatures, and of course, football!!! I wait all year long for it to come and enjoy every moment of it that I can.2) What is your favorite season and what do you like about it?
I guess, if I had to choose one, I would sing in public, even though I would rather not do either. I have no dance moves to speak of, and my voice is not the best. Though I have been told I can pull off imitating a few artists' voices, so I guess there is that. :)3) If you had to pick one... would you sing or dance in public?
My favorite singer or band...well, I have a few. I love all kinds of music. I would say my favorite country singer is Toby Keith. My favorite rock band would probably be Nickelback.4) What is your favorite band/singer?
5) Something memorable a student once said to you about your hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
Something memorable that a student said...I guess it was Halloween about 6 or seven years ago. I came dressed as Captain Jack Sparrow of the Pirates of the Caribbean (as was part of my classroom theme at the time, which I miss dearly - just saying). A student known for his "off the wall" comments asked me, "So, are you supposed to be a pirate or something?"
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Open PTO Board Positions 2016-2017
Mark your calendars for the next PTO Meeting on 11/10!
PES @ 6:30pm
If you have a nomination or are interested in the following PTO Board Positions:
Co-President
Co-Treasurer
Secretary
Come on out!
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
PIC Book Fair
PIC Book Fair is coming on 11/4 & 11/5!
The Book Fair will be open during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
You can start shopping online starting 10/28!
Monday, October 26, 2015
Enjoying The Moments
Interesting article on remembering to enjoy your kids for where they are today.
http://www.yourmodernfamily.com/when-the-kids-are-older/
Friday, October 23, 2015
Spirit Wear Deadline Approaching
Don't forget! Fannie May money is due today to be eligible for prizes!
Today (10/23) is an early release: PIC: 12:45pm - PES: 1:30pm - Pre-K: No School
Reminder from Advertising Solutions that the next Spirit Wear order is due November 4th!
http://peotonepto.blogspot.com/p/spirit-wear-or.html
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Early Release Friday
Friday (10/23) is an Early Release Day!
PIC: 12:45pm - PES: 1:30pm - Pre-K: No School
Take 5 With...Trish Brott
Take 5 With...Trish Brott
Job Title: Secretary
School: PIC
1) What was the best present you ever received when you were a kid?
A green bike with a yellow flowered seat
2) What is your favorite season and what do you like about it?
Winter! I like it COOL
3) If you had to pick one... would you sing or dance in public?
Dance, dance, and did I say dance?! absolutely NO singing, I can"t even carry a note in my pocket! :)
4) What is your favorite band/singer?
I LOVE me some RICK SPRINGFIELD!
5) Something memorable a student once said to you about your hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
A student was wearing their biddy basketball jersey, because they LOVE basketball!!!
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Fannie May Money Due
Fannie May Money is Due Friday (10/23)!
To be eligible for prizes, all money must be turned in by Friday.
Stay tuned for the final results.
Thank you for participating!
Monday, October 19, 2015
Vendor Deadline Extended
Due to the great response from crafters/vendors the deadline is being extended until November 30th!
To be a part of the Holiday Extravaganza
at the Pancake Breakfast on December 12th (8am-2pm Craft/Vendor Fair) @ Peotone High School -
Contact: Kati Cann- katicann@gmail.com
Box Tops
PES Box Tops
Month of October, send in your decorated Box Top envelope by 10/26 and you can win a prize!
There will also be a prize awarded to child who turns in the most for the month.
Winners will be announced on 10/30!
PIC Box Tops
Build A Hat With Box Tops!
For every 10 Box Tops sent in, you get a colored stripe
added to your classroom hat.
A fun reward is being worked out for the winning 4th & 5th Grade classes!
Clip away!!!
Friday, October 16, 2015
Last Week Of Fannie May
"Speed it up a little!" - I Love Lucy Chocolate Factory
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Take 5 With...Nancy Murray
Take 5 With...Nancy Murray
Job Title: 2nd Grade Teacher
Your School: PES
1) What was the best present you ever received when you were a kid?
The Barbie Dream House...it had an elevator
2) What is your favorite season and what do you like about it?
Fall!! Great clothes and beautiful sunsets
3) If you had to pick one... would you sing or dance in public?
DANCE
4) What is your favorite band/singer?
Pink Floyd/ David Gilmore
5) Something memorable a student once said to you about your
hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
"Mrs. Murray, why do you always wear black?" My response...because it's easy!!
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Labels For Education
"No soup for you!" Or at least not just soup... Did you know Labels for Education are not only on Cambell's soup?
Did you realize that we can earn points for Labels for Education on over 2,500 products, including, Pepperidge Farm, BIC, GLAD, Emerald Nuts, Dannon Kids Yogurt, POP Secret Popcorn, POST Cereals, and TIME Inc. Magazines. If you don't see a Box Top on a product, look for a Labels for Education UPC. Make sure to include the bar code when you clip these Labels.
Please send in Labels for Education by October 30th!
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
National School Lunch Week
This week is National School Lunch Week (10/13-10/16!
There will be daily games, raffles and coloring contests at PES & PIC
for those who purchase school lunch!
"Just try it!"
Sunday, October 11, 2015
No School Monday
No School Monday (10/12)
Did you know....
The Santa Maria did not make the return trip to Spain because it ran aground on Christmas Day. 40 men had to stay behind because there was no room on the other two ships. They stayed behind on the island Hispaniola, near present-day Cap Haitien, Haiti.
Friday, October 9, 2015
Fannie May Candy Coming Home
Mmmm....Chocolate!
Fannie May candy boxes are coming home today (10/9)
to those families who returned their permission slips.
Things to know:
* $52 per box - Return money in envelope provided or
you may write a check made out to Peotone PTO for the total.
* Sale ends Friday (10/23) Money is due.
* If you would like another box to sell, write a note on the returning envelope
and we will send another box home with your student that same day.
* Prizes! Every student that sells a box gets to participate in an envelopes drawing.
The more boxes sold, the more envelope draws. Plus, top 3 sellers get special prizes!
1st-$100 2nd-$75 3rd-$50
Thank you for supporting the Pre-K-5th Grade Students by participating in this fundraiser!
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Take 5 With...Jill Ostby
Take 5 With...Jill Ostby
Job Title: 4th Grade Teacher
School: PIC
1) What was the best present you ever received when you were a kid?
I was 16 actually (still a kid, I guess). My Dad bought a 1971 Triumph Spitfire so I could have a car in HS.
2) What is your favorite season and what do you like about it?
Fall is my favorite season. My birthday is at the end of October and I love the cooler weather after the hot summer!
3) If you had to pick one... would you sing or dance in public?
I would sing in public. I taught kindergarten for 23 years and had to sing everyday with them.
4) What is your favorite band/singer?
I love country music. I have many favorite artists. Kenny, Toby, ZBB, Eli Whitney Band, Jason Aldean & Luke Bryan. I like the newer country, not the old classics.
5) Something memorable a student once said to you about your hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
A kindergartner commented that I was wearing the same dress that I had worn previously. I told her, "Yes, I wear clothes more than once."
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Pancake Breakfast Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers for the Pancake Breakfast on 12/12!
Breakfast will be served from 8am-1pm @ Peotone High School
We would appreciate help in the Kitchen!
Please contact: Heather Boehl 708 527 0174
Lovinben2005@yahoo.com
Monday, October 5, 2015
Fannie May
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Fannie May permission slips will be coming
home with students today (10/5)!
Candy will be sent home on Friday 10/9
permission slips should be returned as soon as possible.
Sale ends 10/23 - All money is due back on that date
Sale ends 10/23 - All money is due back on that date
Sunday, October 4, 2015
PES Book Fair Results
The PES Book Fair totals are in and it was a huge success!
THANK YOU to all of the
Grandparents and Grandfriends who came through the
Book Fair as well as the kids who did some super duper shopping throughout the week!
Last year the Book Fair produced approximately $5,500 (after taxes) in sales.
This year's Book Fair $9,031.98 (after taxes) in sales!!!!
Thank you again Amanda Bostjancic and the numerous volunteers who make for a great Book Fair!
Friday, October 2, 2015
Little Devils Wrestling Club
A Message From Little Devils Wrestling Club:
Sign-up for Little Devils Wrestling Club!
When: October 6 & 7th
Time: 6:30-8pm
Where: Peotone Jr High Wrestling Room
Cost: $125 ($25 is refunded with equipment return)
Practices are held on Tuesday's and Thursday's.
Wrestling meets are held on Sunday's.
Thank You
Thank you to everyone who purchased books through the Book Fair this week!
A special thank you to Amanda Bostjancic
and all of the dedicated volunteers who worked the PES Book Fair this entire week!
We couldn't do it without you!
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Take 5 With...Kim Blair
Take 5 With...Kim Blair
Job Title: Preschool Teacher
School: CS
1) What was the best present you ever received when you were a kid?
I would have to say it was my Cabbage Patch Kid. I wanted one for so long and I was so excited when I opened it.
2) What is your favorite season and what do you like about it?
My favorite season is fall. I love when the air gets crisp and the beautiful colors the leaves turn. It can change your whole outlook on things just seeing how beautiful the world can be.
3) If you had to pick one... would you sing or dance in public?
This is a tough one. I have no talent for either. I have actually had preschools ask me not to sing in class :).
4) What is your favorite band/singer?
Peter Gabriel has to be my all time favorite. I grew up listening to his music.
The music brings back so many memories from childhood.
5) Something memorable a student once said to you about your hair/clothes or their own hair/clothes?
I guess the most memorable thing a student once said was to ask me why I was wearing men's shoes to school. I was wearing a pair of Dansko clogs.
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