We could not have asked for a better start to our school year.  In planning this week, we asked ourselves, “What will we do today, that will keep our students running back to us tomorrow?”  Our staff is committed to providing the best education, care and support to all of your children.  Thank you for sending us the best part of you each day and partnering with us for yet another fantastic school year here at Einstein.

Fall Picture Day
Mark your calendar for our Fall Picture Day on Tuesday, September 10th.  Order forms will be sent home.

Fees Reminder
You can pay your students fees through your parent portal account.  This includes your $50 consumable fee, optional instructional device insurance (grades 3-8 only), and milk.  If you believe your student will qualify for the Free Lunch Program and therefore will qualify for a fee waiver, do not pay the consumable material fee at this time. Applications for the Free Lunch Program are available online and in the school office.  The consumable fee will increase by $15 if payment is not received by November 15th, $25 if not received by February 1st, and $35 if not received by April 1st.  If you would like to purchase instructional device insurance but do not have the option to do so through your portal, please contact our school office for assistance.

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Students may enter through the front doors of the school starting at 8:25am. There is no adult supervision before this time, so students should not be dropped off earlier than 8:25am. If the plans for your child’s transportation needs to be altered at any time, parents must contact the office directly. For example, if a child takes the bus, he/she will be expected to take the bus unless we receive a phone call to the office stating otherwise.  We want to ensure the safety of all our Einstein students!

Welcome to Einstein Kindergarteners!
We cannot wait to welcome our Kindergarteners to Einstein School! What great experiences lie ahead in making new friends, learning new things, and developing a love for school!  The first day of school for Kinder is Monday, August 26^th.

On Monday, August 26^th, Kindergartners and their families are welcome to drop off and take some great 1^st Day of School pictures in the gym! Once your child is lined up and ready to go to class, please feel free to stay and join us for a light breakfast! What a great way to start the day!

Kindergarten school hours align with students in grades 1-6^th.

Kinder bussers will be escorted daily onto their busses by our Einstein Patrols.
Kinders who are walkers and car riders will exit Door 13.

MAP Testing
We will begin MAP testing on Monday, August 26th.  The information we gain from this assessment is extremely valuable to us.  We use this information to determine the strengths of our students as well as the areas we need to focus on for the year. Beginning next week, all students will begin the fall MAP assessment.  The MAP test consists of two parts, one math and one reading test, given on separate days.  Please look over the following schedule to help ensure that your child is in attendance and ready to do his/her absolute best!

Monday, August 26^th-1st grade Reading; 5^th grade Reading; Ratcliff Reading
Tuesday, August 27^th– 3^rd grade Reading; 4^th grade Reading; Zinga Reading; Bailey Reading
Wednesday, August 28^th-2^nd grade Reading; 6^th grade Reading; Hayes Reading
Friday, August 30^th-3^rd grade Math; 4^th Math; Stavrou Reading

Tuesday, September 3^rd-5^th grade Math; 1^st Math; Zinga Math
Wednesday, September 4^th-2^nd grade Math; 6^th grade Math; Bailey Math; Stavrou Math
Friday, September 6^th-Kinder Reading; Hayes Math
Tuesday, September 9^th-Kinder Math; Ratcliff Math

Emergency Response
The safety of all Einstein students is a top priority for us.  Each year we undergo practice scenarios that allow our staff and students to simulate a crisis situation.  These practices include evacuating from the school building and buses, taking shelter during a weather related crisis and responding to an emergency situation in the school building. This afternoon, we had our first fire drill. Our students did a great job! We will continue to practice our drills in the upcoming weeks.
Crisis Plan and Drill Parent Letter – English Crisis Plan and Drill Parent Letter – Spanish

Run to Read
District 54 is hosting its annual Run to Read, which will be held on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at Dirksen Elementary School in Schaumburg. The day includes school mascot races at 7:30 a.m., 100-yard and 400-yard dashes for children at 8 a.m., a 5K run at 9 a.m. and a 1-mile family walk at 9:15 a.m. Although you can register at any time, even the morning of the race, you will save $5 and be guaranteed a t-shirt in the size you requested if you register by Friday August 30. The Run to Read is an awesome opportunity to promote healthy living by encouraging your children to exercise, or even better, by joining them on the walk or run. The event also supports our goal of collecting 1,000 children’s books for every classroom in District 54. To register, visit sd54.org/runtoread.

Schaumburg Parent University – September 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. There are two evening programs scheduled for September. Please note that childcare is always available and interpreters are available upon request.

Understanding College and How to Plan Early: 6-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 12
Learn how planning early can help you maximize your options for college. Harper College representatives will discuss the various types of colleges and degrees, how to make college affordable and what a college education will mean for your child. Presentation in English and Spanish. Adults only.

Fostering Healthy & Productive Parent-Child Communication:  5:30-7 p.m. on Sept. 30
This interactive seminar, led by Dr. Nirmeen Rajani, Clinical Psychologist at Psychology Center Schaumburg, will teach parents and children/adolescents effective parent-child communication strategies. Ages 10-17 and parents welcome.

These events will take place at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Please register by visiting https://goo.gl/TB49x7. For more information, contact Meg Kwak at 847-357-2154 or spu@nullsd54.org

Support the Foundation at Septemberfest
The District 54 Education Foundation is raising funds for District 54 students over Labor Day weekend at Schaumburg’s Septemberfest. You can support the Foundation by parking your car for $5 at Collins School, 407 S. Summit Drive, Schaumburg, on Saturday and Sunday, August 31 and September 1. Summit is located between Roselle and Plum Grove roads. The Foundation is also participating in Not-for-Profit Day on Monday, Sept. 2, at Septemberfest. Purchase food from our partner, Riccardo’s Ristorante, and the profits will support District 54 students.

The Foundation is committed to ensuring that all District 54 students have the same opportunities by funding breakfast programs for students from financially struggling families to ensure that they begin their day ready to learn, and grants to students from financially struggling families so that they may participate in extracurricular activities.

For more about the Foundation, visit www.d54foundation.org.

La Universidad Schaumburg para Padres – Clases de septiembre
La idea de la Universidad para Padres está diseñada para involucrar más a los padres en la vida escolar, para fortalecer las relaciones familiares, y mejorar los conocimientos de crianza que finalmente resultarán en un mejor éxito académico, social y emocional del estudiante. Hay dos programas nocturnos para septiembre. El cuidado de niños está siempre disponible y los intérpretes están disponibles, pero deberá solicitarlo de antemano.

Cómo Entender y Planificar con Tiempo para a Universidad– 12 de septiembre 6–7:30 p.m. 
Aprenda cómo planificar con suficiente tiempo para maximizar sus opciones sobre la universidad. Harper College discutirán los diversos tipos de universidades y programas para adquirir títulos, cómo planificar temprano, cómo hacer que la Universidad sea accesible y qué significa que su hijo tenga acceso a educación universitaria. Sólo para adultos.

Fomentando la comunicación saludable y productiva entre padres e hijos – 30 de septiembre 5:30–7 p.m.
Este seminario interactivo, dirigido por el Dr. Nirmeen Rajani, psicólogo clínico del Centro de Psicología de Schaumburg, enseñará a los padres y a los niños / adolescentes estrategias efectivas de comunicación entre padres e hijos. Están bienvenidos en edades 10-17 con sus padres.

Estos eventos se llevarán a cabo en el Centro de Aprendizaje Profesional del Distrito 54, ubicado en el 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Regístrese visitando https://goo.gl/TB49x7. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Barb Velez al 847-357-5074 o spu@nullsd54.org.

Apoye a la Fundación durante el festival de septiembre ‘Septemberfest’
La Fundación de Educación del Distrito 54 está recaudando fondos para los estudiantes del Distrito 54 durante el fin de semana del Día del Trabajo en el Festival de Septiembre “Septemberfest”  de Schaumburg. Usted puede apoyar a la Fundación estacionando su auto los sábados y domingos, 31 de agosto y 1 de septiembre por solo $ 5 en la escuela Collins, ubicada en el 407 S. Summit Drive, Schaumburg. La calle Summit está ubicada entre Roselle y Plum Grove.  La Fundación también está participando en un Día “sin fines de lucro” el lunes, 2 de septiembre, durante el “Septemberfest”. Si usted compra ese día una comida de nuestro socio, Riccardo’s Ristorante, las ganancias apoyarán a los estudiantes del Distrito 54.

La Fundación se compromete a asegurar que todos los estudiantes del Distrito 54 tengan las mismas oportunidades financiando programas de desayunos para estudiantes de familias con dificultades financieras para asegurarse de que comienzan su día listos para aprender, y becas a estudiantes de familias con dificultades financieras para que puedan participar en actividades extracurriculares.

Para más información sobre la Fundación, visite la página web www.d54foundation.org

Mark your calendar:

• Monday, August 26^th – First Day of School for Kindergarten Students
• Monday, September 2^rd – NO SCHOOL- Labor Day
• Wednesday, September 18^th– Half-day of school.  Dismissal at 11:40 (No lunch at school on half days)
• Wednesday, September 18^th-Muffins with Moms
• Sunday, September 22^nd– District 54- Run to Read (information sent home)

Have a wonderful weekend,

Julie Tarasiuk-Principal and Christina Sosin-Assistant Principal

We hope that you are having a fabulous summer with family and friends. In just a few short weeks, we will be opening our doors, ready to embark on a new school year with our Einstein Owls! We cannot wait to see all of your familiar faces and meet our new students and families! It will be a fantastic year!

Below, you will find helpful information to plan for the year ahead.

Back-to-School and Curriculum Night
Our Back-to-School and Curriculum Night will be held on Thursday, August 15^th from 5:15-7:15 where you will be able to meet staff, drop-off supplies, sign-up for conferences and hear teacher presentations regarding curriculum and our one-to-one technology initiative.

We will also have red plastic take-home folders for purchase for $2.00 for grades K-2 and binders for grades requesting binders on the school supply list for $3.00.

Our PTA will also be here to share information about membership, hot lunch, spirit wear, and much more. We will also have food trucks on site. For specific times and more information, please review the link below.  Back to School and Curriculum Night Invite 2019.doc

Teacher Assignments
Attached you will find your child’s teacher for the 19-20 school year. Please note, the staff has worked diligently to place every child in an environment which best suits his/her learning needs.  Therefore, requests for placement changes will not be honored unless there is an extreme circumstance.

Incoming Kindergarteners will receive information regarding their teachers after their screening which takes place on August 12^th. Teachers will be reaching out prior to our Back-to-School Night with teacher assignments. We want to ensure the best placement for each of our students.

If you do not receive your child’s placement letter by August 13^th, please contact Einstein’s main office to ensure all paperwork and registration is current and complete.

Office Hours
The Einstein Office is open at 8:00 a.m. Our daily office hours will be from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Beginning Monday, August 19^th, our office will be open daily from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Please do not hesitate to give us a call at 630-736-2500 beginning August 5^th if you have any questions.  *Please note, the office will be closed on Thursday, August 15 from 8:00AM-1:00PM as the staff will be participating in a professional development opportunity to better serve our students.

School Hours
School hours are 8:40am – 3:00pm.  Please note, beginning Wednesday, August 21^st, every Wednesday is designated for staff development.  Students are dismissed 30 minutes early at 2:30pm every Wednesday.
We open our doors to welcome all students in at 8:25, this is when our 1^st bell rings. Our second bell rings at 8:35, as our second warning bell. Class begins at 8:40.
The parking lot remains closed from 8:20-8:45 and 2:55-3:10 for student safety. On Wednesdays, due to early dismissal, the parking lot will be closed from 2:25-2:40.

Lunch and Recess  Periods
Lunch times and recess times are alternated to maximize space and student safety.
Einstein’s lunch and recess periods are listed below:
11:00-11:45  4^th and 5^th grades
11:45-12:30  Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd grades
12:30-1:15    3^rd and 6^th grades
Please note: On Half-Day Inservice days there are no lunch periods since students are dismissed at 11:40am.

First Day of School for 1^st through 6^th grade – August 19, 2019
We will be lined up outside of our front door (Door 1) with staff and families to form a celebration tunnel as students walk in the building. Please join us as we wish our students a great start to the school year! All classroom teachers will be in their classrooms waiting for all of our students. We will also have staff in the hallways to escort your child once they enter the building if they need assistance. For safety reasons, adults will not be able to accompany students into the building.

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
All students can enter the building starting at 8:25. Students can enter through the front door of the building, Door 1 or the back door, Door 6.

Dismissal procedures for walkers or parent pick-up.:
Kinders will exit the side door, Door 13.
Students in 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd grades will exit the front door, Door 1.
Students in 4^th, 5^th, and 6^th grades will exit the side door, Door 14.

Please determine a pick-up location outside with your children if they are exiting multiple doors.

Please contact our office if your child(ren) are attending daycare after school.

If the plans for your child’s transportation needs to be altered at anytime, parents will need to contact the office directly. For example, if a child is a busser, they will be expected to take the bus unless we receive a phone call to the office stating otherwise.

We want to ensure the safety of all our Einstein Owls!

Welcome to Einstein Kindergarteners!
We cannot wait to welcome our Kindergarteners to Einstein School! What great experiences lie ahead in making new friends, learning new things, and developing a love for school!  The first day of school for Kinder is Monday, August 26^th.

On Monday, August 26^th, Kindergartners and their families are welcome to drop off and take some great 1^st Day of School pictures in the gym! Once your child is lined up and ready to go to class, please feel free to stay and join us for a light breakfast! What a great way to start the day!

Our kinder teachers have mailed home a “Kinder Screening Time” for the day of August 12^th. If you cannot attend the scheduled screening date assigned to you, please contact the office at 630-736-2500.

Kindergarten school hours align with students in grades 1-6^th.

Kinder bussers will be escorted daily onto their busses by our Einstein Patrols.

A Reminder to Parents of Incoming Sixth Graders
A packet was mailed home in January regarding health requirements for entry into the sixth grade. A current physical examination (dated 8-15-18 or later) is required for entry into the sixth grade. All children entering sixth grade must show proof of receiving 1 dose of Tdap, 3 hepatitis B vaccines, 2 doses of varicella vaccines and 1 dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine. Please have the Certificate of Child Health Examination (sixth grade physical examination form) completed by the physician and documentation showing proof of required vaccines and return it to the school nurse by the first day of school in August 2019. Sixth grade students who have not had the above requirements completed will be excluded from school.

Dates to Add to Your Calendar
August 15^th:  Back To School and Curriculum Night 5:15pm-7:15pm
August 19^th:  1^st Day of School, 1^st-6^th grades
August 26^th:  1^st Day of School, Kindergarten; Boo Hoo, Yahoo! Breakfast for all Kinder parents

We are looking forward to seeing our students’ smiling faces, welcoming our new families and reconnecting with our current Einstein families!  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out in the days ahead.

See you soon,

Julie Tarasiuk, Principal & Christi Sosin, Assistant Principal