PARCC Preparation is Happening in Grades 3-8!

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1 Board Meeting Bulldog The next Board Meeting takes place on Tuesday February 20, 2018 at 6:30pm in our Board Room. Culver School Bulletin School Happenings Mrs. Peggie Maniscalco Principal PARCC Preparation is Happening in Grades 3-8! If your Child has been telling you that part of the day has been spent on PARCC Testing preparation...don t be confused! For our students in third through eighth grade, teachers have been working with them to help them to understand what the PARCC test is (a measure of Academic Performance in Math and Reading). This rigorous assessment is given on their technology device (chromebook), over 6-8 days depending on the grade level. The teachers are helping our students to understand the test components. The questions are developed to assess students on the Illinois Common Core Standards which is what each grade level has aligned their curriculum. In order to prepare students for the types of questions they will see on the test, teachers have been doing some practice work that aligns with what they are teaching in their classroom. As we get closer to our March 13th start date we encourage you to work hand in hand with your child and the school to give your child the best opportunity to achieve. Please encourage your child get plenty of rest, get a good breakfast before coming to school and participate in regular daily activity. For information on the test and parent resources go to our website.

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3 Kathy Morrissey School Nurse February is Children s Dental Health Month Good oral health and hygiene is directly linked to overall physical wellness. It also reduces the risk of serious illness and disease. Teaching children at a young age to care for their teeth and gums can provide a huge long term health benefit. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists, On average, students miss more than 51 million school hours each year because of dental problems or related conditions. To avoid your kids missing school, make sure that they brush and floss regularly and visit their dentist every six months for a check-up. Visiting the dentist regularly can help prevent cavities and reinforce good dental hygiene practices. Please visit The Mouth Monsters for more information about oral health for children at, Please be aware that children in kindergarten, second grade and sixth grade must submit to school the Proof of School Dental Examination by May 15, If you have not already submitted to school the Proof of School Dental Exam, please schedule your examinations and submit to school the required form as soon as possible. Proof of Dental Examination forms may be obtained from the school office and from the school website. February is American Heart Month According to the American Heart Association (AHA), High blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity and smoking have always been adult topics. But many children have the same risk factors as their parents. Preventing heart related disease should begin at a young age. Teaching children to make healthy life choices early on is key to preventing heart related illnesses. The AHA states that these seven factors are important to staying healthy: 1. Avoid smoking and using tobacco products. 2. Be physically active every day. 3. Eat a heart-healthy diet. 4. Keep a healthy weight. 5. Keep your blood pressure healthy. 6. Keep your total cholesterol healthy. 7. Keep your blood sugar healthy. You can learn more about the 7 Simple Ways to Live Better at: ucm_ pdf At school we appreciate your support in helping advocate good decision making skills and promoting healthy lifestyle choices. If you suspect your child has a health problem please consult with your healthcare provider.

4 Dates to remember February 12, Monday Mini Corn Dog 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:00pm Yearbook 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (A) 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 4:00pm JV boys basketball Fairview 7:00pm PTA Meeting February 13, Tuesday Tyson Chicken Tenders 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:00pm FOR Club 3:00-4:00pm Make It N Take It 3:00-4:00pm Robotics Club 3:00-4:00pm Student Council Meeting (Officers Only) 4:15pm 6th grade boys basketball game vs Fairview February 14, Wednesday Hamburger/Cheeseburger 6:50-7:50am JV & Varsity boys basketball practice 7:10-7:55am Concert Band/ 3:00-4:00pm Art Club Quarter 3 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 3:10-4:30pm 6th grade boys basketball practice February 15, Thursday Bosco Bread Sticks 8th Grade Cap & Gown Measurements 7:00-7:55am Chamber 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (C) 4:00pm JV boys basketball game vs Park View 4:00pm Varsity boys basketball Golf & Cheerleading 4:00-9:30pm PTA Graziano s Fundraiser 5:00pm 6th boys basketball game vs Park View February 16, Friday Birthday Book Club All School Pajama Day Spirit Day 7:10-7:55am Concert 11:30am Early Release February 19, Monday No School- President s Day February 20, Tuesday Hot Dog on a Bun 8th Grade Graduation Picture Re-takes 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:30pm Auditions for School Play for Grades 6-8 3:00-5:00pm Robotics Club 4:00pm JV boys basketball game vs Old Orchard 6:30pm Board of Education Meeting February 21, Wednesday Penne with choice of Sauce 7:10-7:55am Concert Band/ 3:00-4:00pm Art Club Quarter 3 3:00-4:30pm Auditions for School Play for Grades 6-8 4:00pm JV boys basketball East Prairie 4:15pm Varsity boys basketball game vs East Prairie & Cheerleading February 22, Thursday Breaded Chicken Sandwich 7:00-7:55am Chamber 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (B) 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 3:00-4:30pm Auditions for Extras Only for School Play for Grade 5 3:10-4:30pm JV & Varsity boys basketball practice February 23, Friday Tonys Cheesy Garlic Flatbread Spirit Day Mid Quarter 3 7:10-7:55am Concert Band/ 4:00pm Varsity boys basketball game vs McCracken & Cheerleading February 24, Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm IGSMA Solo & Ensemble Contest More dates on next page

5 Dates to remember February 26, Monday Mini Pancakes Box Top Labels Due Today 6:50-7:50am JV boys basketball practice 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:00pm Yearbook 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (A) 3:00-5:00pm 6-8th grade cast read through for school play 4:00pm Varsity boys basketball Fairview & Cheerleading February 27, Tuesday Tyson Chicken Nuggets 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:00pm FOR Club 3:00-4:00pm Student Council Meeting 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through for school play 3:00-5:00pm Robotics Club 3:10-4:30pm Varsity boys basketball practice 4:00pm JV boys basketball Golf February 28, Wednesday Mozzarella Stuffed Breadsticks 6:50-7:50am Varsity boys basketball practice 7:10-7:55am Concert 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through for school play 3:10-4:30pm JV boys basketball practice March 1, Thursday No School 11:00am-6:00pm Parent Teacher Conferences March 2, Friday No School - Teacher Institute Day March 3, Saturday 5:45am-6:30pm Science Olympiad Neuqua Valley High School, Naperville, IL March 5, Monday Hot Dog on a Bun 6:50-7:50am JV & Varsity boys basketball practice 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:00pm Yearbook 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (A) 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through and choreographers for school play March 6, Tuesday Penne with Choice of Sauce 7:10-7:55am Intermediate 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through and choreographers for school play 4:00-5:30pm Robotics Club Regional Lincoln JHS TBD - JV & Varsity boys basketball tournament & Cheerleading March 7, Wednesday Tyson Popcorn Chicken 7:10-7:55am Concert Band/ 3:00-4:00pm Art Club Quarter 3 3:00-4:20pm Cheerleading practice 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through and choreographers for school play March 8, Thursday Asian Chicken 7:00-7:55am Chamber 3:00-4:00pm Science Olympiad practice (B) 3:00-4:30pm 6-8th grade cast read through and choreographers for school play TBD - JV & Varsity boys basketball tournament & Cheerleading March 9, Friday Spirit Day Galaxy Deep Dish Cheese Pizza Birthday Book Club 7:10-7:55am Concert Band/

6 The varsity girls' basketball team celebrated their fun season with a pizza party in Mrs. Mueller's room. The girls worked hard throughout the season and developed good friendships with one another! Again, congratulations to the varsity girls' basketball team!

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8 On January 17th, the Culver Chorus attended Choir Day at Niles West High School. This was an after school field trip. We had a great day and concert! Together with area middle schools and the high school choirs, we had a full group warm up directed by Mr. Hunter, Choir Director at Niles West. Next, we learned the song Freedom. It was a blast adding choreography, rapping and harmony parts to the piece. Next, we were treated to a pizza dinner, had time to mingle and learned about the opportunities available at the high school level. The evening ended with a concert. The a cappella groups were amazing! The junior high choirs sang a piece too that was learned with our own choir directors at our respective schools. Thank you District 71 School Board and Administration for providing us with everything necessary to be a part of this fun, educational and inspiring day!

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12 The Niles 71 website now features a resources page! As we teach our children to ask for help when they need it, we also encourage families to ask for help when they need it. To support our mission of developing the whole child, Niles 71 is providing a list of resources for parents to access as needed. On this page we are highlighting community resources that may be useful to our families. Included in this list of resources are: Basic Needs Financial Mental health Language Health Multi-needs resources If you have any questions about these resources or need additional resource information please contact: Kathy Morrissey, School Nurse, Linda Kraus, School Social Worker, or Liz Lawrence, School Psychologist. These links are being provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only; they do not constitute an endorsement or an approval by Niles Elementary District 71.

13 Partnering with the PTA Box Tops and Campbell Soup Labels Every year PTA collects Box Tops and Campbell s Soup Labels. Last year we raised money for Culver School on those tiny icons on many of your favorite foods. At home, clip the Box Tops and Campbell s Soup Labels. Please send them to school with your child and we will take care of the rest. Did you know that Goldfish Crackers are part of the Campbell s Soup Label family? Next time before you put that package in the trash or recycling bin, check to see if it has a Box Top or Campbell Soup Label on it. Those points add up to FREE $$$ for our school.

14 Please do not park in the Library Parking Spots in the West Lot. These reserved parking spots are paid for by the Library and should not be parked in. Thank you for being respectful and not parking in these spots.

15 The Culver Website Has a Bulletin Flyers PTA Events- Make It N Take It is on Tuesday, February 13, from 3:00-4:00pm. There is a Graziano s Fundraiser on Thursday, February 15th from 4:00-9:30pm. There is additional information about these events on the flyers on the website. Niles West- Future Wolves Night will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at NWHS. Niles West Juniors Wolves - D219 11u Boys Feeder Baseball Tryouts are on Saturday, February 17, There is additional information about tryouts on the flyer on the website. Niles West invites girls in 5th through 8th grade to attend GEMS on Saturday, April 7, There is additional information about this event on the flyer on the website. Share Your Culver Pride! Take a picture of your child wearing Culver Spirit Wear in front of an interesting landmark or vacation destination. Pictures can be taken anywhere you go, from the Leaning Tower of Niles to the beaches of Hawaii. Be creative! Submit your photo to the PTA Mailbox in the Front Office or it to culverschoolpta@gmail.com. We will post the photo on the new Culver Pride Around the World bulletin board in the gym hallway! *Reminder Please report student absences to the school nurse at ext Culver Students have earned PAJAMA DAY on Friday, February 16th because of all the great selling everyone did on the cookie dough fundraiser at the beginning of the year! Great work everyone!