Upcoming Events
11/5 – No School-Presidential Election
11/6 – PTA Taste of Addams
11/8 – Pumpkin Bash Dance
11/8 – End of Tri 1
11/25-26 – No School-Parent/Teacher Conferences
11/27-29 – No School-Thanksgiving Break
12/20 – Last day of attendance before winter break
Addams Families,
As we work towards the end of trimester 1, it has been another fantastic week at Addams! We had a great whole school celebration assembly where many students were recognized for embodying our 3A’s. In addition, we had almost 100 runners for our Couch to 2 mile event! Yesterday, our 8th graders experienced a unique writing activity and science experiment. They walked to a nearby “haunted Halloween house” for a sensory details writing lesson, and in science, were able to feel the electricity in the room thanks to a Van de Graaf generator. If you have an Instagram account, we would highly suggest you follow us @AddamsCrusaders as there were many social media posts this week about these events along with classroom and club updates.
As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our front office staff or me. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and support and we will Accept, Achieve, and Amaze to ensure the success of our students.
Regards,
Bill Musselman Tricia Leong
Principal Assistant Principal
LifeTouch picture re-takes are next week!
Last Friday, your student’s pictures and an envelope were sent home with your student. If you preordered your child’s picture then that package will be in the envelope. If you did not pre order, the proof of your child’s picture was sent home. You can now easily follow the directions on the envelope to order the pictures/package you would like. If your child was absent on picture day, retakes will be Friday, Nov. 8th. If you have any questions or concerns, please call us in the main office at 847-357-5900.
Student Spirit Week
Our student ambassadors organized and are promoting a spirit week leading up to our dance.
Pumpkin Bash – Friday, November 8th
Many students are quite excited about the Fright Night Dance sponsored by our Student Ambassadors that will be held from 6 to 8 pm next Friday night. Tickets are on sale for $5 during all lunch periods through this coming Wednesday, 11/6. The funds will supplement the cost of a professional DJ, and dinner for students. If you need financial support for your child to attend, email Mr. Musselman and we will be happy to help. Many students choose to dress up for the event, but they are free to come dressed in whatever way makes them comfortable. (no costumes allowed) Students must meet academic and behavioral expectations to participate in this event.
Chromebook Reminder
Chromebooks are integral to student learning on a daily basis, and we have a limited number of loaner Chromebooks and chargers. Please remind your child to charge their Chromebooks each night so they are prepared for learning. It could be helpful to create a routine of plugging it in before bedtime. We appreciate the support.
November Parent-Teacher Conferences
We look forward to connecting with you at our parent-teacher conferences on Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26. More information will be provided in the near future regarding conferences.
Report Card Access
On November 18, report cards will be issued through Infinite Campus. Parents only have access to the report card online. It is important that you have access to Infinite Campus prior to the report card being issued. If you had prior access to Infinite Campus but forgot your password, please go to Campus Parent and select forgot password. Please call our office at 847-357-6800 for further assistance.
Infinite Campus Parent Portal
Infinite campus is District 54’s student information system that connects parents to information. Through Infinite Campus, parents will have access to the Parent Portal. The Parent Portal provides access for parents to information regarding their child including paying fees, viewing assignments, attendance, grades, academic schedule, and teacher comments.
If you currently do not have a Parent Portal account, please email [email protected] or you can call our front office at 1-847-357-5900 and our secretaries can assist you. If you need help logging on to the Infinite Campus portal click here, email [email protected], or call portal support at 847-357-5110. If you have previously created a Parent Portal account and cannot recall your username or password, you can reset them yourself from the portal website by selecting forgot password.
PTA News
Come out for the Taste of Addams! – November 6th
You can also click HERE for direct access to the registration form.
Join PTA
Help support the PTA by purchasing a membership. Memberships are only $10 or 2 for $15. Purchase memberships online and your membership card will be emailed to you. Anyone can join: Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa or any community members.
PTA Needs Your Help!
The Addams PTA is seeking to achieve a “School of Excellence” status and needs your help. In order to do so, we need your feedback. Please consider completing this SURVEY. For a Spanish version of the survey, please click HERE.
Fun Lunch Fridays
Fun Lunches will be on Fridays beginning on Friday, September 6th. Order Fun Lunch through the Marla’s Lunch website. Here are directions on how to order. If this is your first time making an account, please see the directions for the one-time school password. All orders are due on Tuesday at 9am for the following week.
Show your school spirit
Addams Spirit Wear is now available! Show your school spirit by ordering yours today. Order yours online here.
District 54 News
Coffee and Conversation: Reading Instruction and Support for Language Learners – November 6
You are invited to join the Department of Multilingual Programs on Wednesday, November 6th from 5:00-6:00 p.m. for coffee and a chance to learn more about this month’s topic: Reading Instruction and Support for Language Learners.
During our time together, we will share information about literacy instruction in District 54 as well as how support is provided for students who are learning English. We will also discuss how you can encourage reading at home to help your child grow as a reader.
To sign up for the session, please complete the registration form by Monday, November 4th. If you have any questions regarding the meeting, please feel free to contact us at (847) 357-5150.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes for Adults: October 9 – November 20
District 54 is offering classes to learn how to speak English. These classes are for all parents who are interested in learning basic English conversation skills as well as beginning reading and writing skills in English. The Adult ESL class includes 7 sessions that last 2 hours each. The two class options are as follows:
Please select the option you are interested in attending by filling out this form: Adult ESL Registration Form for Fall 2024. Registration forms must be completed by October 11. For more information, visit sd54.org/languageandculture.
No Food Deliveries Allowed
With a focus on student and staff safety, District 54 does not allow food delivery services (including, but not limited to, GrubHub, DoorDash, and local restaurants) to our schools.
2024 – 2025 District Calendar
The 2024-2025 District Calendar can be viewed here: https://sd54.org/calendar/. Please click on the link for the Spanish version of the calendar.
District 54 Virtual Backpack
District 54 shares information about community events with our students and families through our Virtual Backpack. We know that parents are interested in extracurricular activities. At the same time, we don’t want the homework, letters from the teachers, school news and other important district information to get lost among the countless other pieces of paper in our students’ backpacks. Please click here for additional information.
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