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Upcoming Events:
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June
Board of Education Meeting
June 8
Last Day of School for Kindergarten
June 8
Official Last Day of School
June 9 - Half Day
11:20 dismissal
Have a Great Summer!
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President's Letter
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Well, this is officially my last Whiteley PTA newsletter article that I will write. I've been part of the PTA since my daughter began Kindergarten in 2000. Before I began PTA, I was hesitant to join PTA because the rumor was everyone on PTA was "cliquey". I was determined to find out whether or not it was true. Well it's not true. Actually what happens is once you starting volunteering and become part of the PTA board, you then become an added member to a big family. When I became President
4 years ago I really tried to break down those stereotypes and make everyone feel like they belong in the PTA.
PTA is a revolving door because you always have someone
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Jennifer Nemec
PTA President |
leaving Whiteley and you always have someone entering Whiteley. PTA "acquaintances" grow into friendships and that is what our PTA is about - friendships. If you haven't considered attending a PTA meeting, please do one time
and you will see what we are all about. We are a warm and inviting group of individuals who help each other. Amy Langston is your new President and I know she will do a great job and she will welcome all new members with open arms! Thank you for letting me be your President. Thank you to all the PTA Board members for making our PTA what it is today and for all that you do for our students. And lastly, thank you to all the friendships that I have developed at Whiteley.
Here's to a safe and enjoyable summer!
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Letter from Our Principal
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Dear Parents,
Thanks to our wonderful volunteers who
give so generously of their time. I wanted to acknowledge a special group of volunteers who are retiring from their Whiteley commitment and moving onto Plum Grove Jr. High: Jennifer Nemec, Debbie Klonder, Priscilla Sorrentino,
Chris Constantino, and Jennifer Mondy.
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Mary Szuch
Whiteley Principal
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Starting the week of June 13th the school office will be open Monday through Thursday from
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and closed on Fridays.
I hope everyone has a relaxing summer,
Mrs. Mary Szuch, Principal
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Field Day - Health & Safety Committee
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 It was a great day at Whiteley!
We all had a chance to enjoy the end of a fantastic school year together. It also helped that the weather cooperated.
A heartfelt Thank You to the many volunteers that donated their time during Field Day and their time filling up over 2,000 water balloons! Special Thanks to Superintendent Scott Thompson and Scott Herr of our District 15 School Board for joining in the fun. Many, many Thanks to the very brave Noel Hazlett, Carey Vitosh, Ms. Bartnicke, Ms. Hyla, Mr. Armementos, Ms. Chandler and former Whiteley student, Anthony Rubliatus for the many, many times that they were "dunked'' in the water! Also, a round of applause goes to SONIC from Gameworks and Oberweis Dairy for some added excitement and treats.
And especially, Thank You to Miss M and Mr. Harris for so many fun activities. Your enthusiasm makes all the difference, not only for Field Day, but every day! Thank YOU!
View all the pictures from Field Day here- Slideshow -Enjoy! ___________________________________ During the 2010-2011 School Year, the Health & Safety Committee assisted our School Nurse, Mrs. Campbell with the Vision and Hearing Testing, held a Coat Drive during the winter and most recently worked with Mr.Harris to organize Field Day. Thanks to those who donated their time or donated winter items for the Coat Drive. The generosity, support and kindness of others makes it possible.  Dayna Steneck - Current Chair 2009-2011 Aimee Flies - Incoming Chairperson 2011-2013 Michelle Schultz - Incoming Chairperson 2011-2013 Health & Safety Committee |
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Yearbook Committee
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Donate Used School Supplies
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Want to recycle your kid's end of the year
school supplies? (crayons-markers-glue etc.)
We are collecting the supplies to donate.
There is a drop-off box by the office labeled -
"Art Supply Recycling"
Thank you! Any questions, contact - Alma Kraft
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Kindergym Committee
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Thank you to all the great kindergarten parents who volunteered each week for gym class - Kindergym would not be possible without you! Also, thanks to Mr. Harris and Miss M for helping each week and for hosting a fun and successful Kindergym Olympics!
Jennifer Price
Kindergym Coordinator Chair 2010-2011
For all Parents of incoming Kindergarteners who are interested in participating in Kindergym for the 2011 - 2012 school year, please contact Katie Hogan with any questions.
Katie Hogan Join the fun!
Kindergym Coordinator Chair 2010-2011
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6th Grade Activities Committee
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Calling all 5th grade parents!
Next year will be the last year for your soon to be 6th grader. Help make it a special one by assisting with the 6th grade activities committee. We help the kids design and order tshirts, assist with pop and water fundraisers at the Fun Fair and Multi Culture Event, and plan the fun year end party for the kids.
If you are interested in helping, please contact
Korene Palazzo by email or 847-934-9436
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Box Tops For Education Committee
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Summer Box Tops
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Summer is a time of picnics and celebrations! It is also a great time to clip Box Tops! Click here to print the Summer sheets and the challenge is on! Fill all three sheets, return them to school during the first two weeks back, and be entered to win 1 of 20 delicious smelling Smencils! (Yes, a large, scented pencil made of recycled newspaper and plastic.) Flavors include Bubble Gum, Root Beer, Grape, Very Berry, and many more!
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So enjoy your summer, keep clipping, and help earn money for our school! - Contact - Andrea Rodino - Box Tops Committee Chairperson 2011-2013 - |
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BoxTops/ MarketDay Committee
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Thank you to all the Whiteley families who participated in our MarketDay and BoxTop fundraisers! We met our goals this year and then some and are excited about being able to help purchase items for our school needs. We hope that you will participate in these important fundraisers next year. So, save up your boxtops all summer and be ready to enter the first contest in the new school year. Also, pick out your favorite MarketDay items because we will start it up again in September, 2011. Marketday pickup will continue to be the fourth Wednesday of the month between 3:20 and 4:30pm.
Thanks again for supporting your school in
these easy but important ways!
Denise Pitcher and Nancy Edwards
MarketDay and BoxTop Chairs 2009-2011
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Community Outreach Committee
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Another year has gone by and we have earned another A+ in generosity, caring and helping others. Thank you again for another successful year of spreading happiness to our neighbors in need. Don't forget that local food pantries accept food all year round and they even accept fresh produce from your garden. So, please continure your generosity this summer and we'll see you all next year for another great year together!
Mary Beth Warner and Nancy Edwards
Community Outreach Committee
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Spirit Wear Committee
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We have already been hard at work on new designs and ideas for Whiteley Wildcat spirit wear so look for more information in your summer mailer. We hope to show it all off at "Meet the Teacher." Have a wonderful summer!
Go Wildcats!!! Mary Beth Warner and Jennifer Ferrar Spirit Wear Committee |
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Staff Appreciation Committee
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Our Appreciation week was well received by all of the Whiteley staff. The pages of the thank you books that the students made were so thoughtful. The staff also enjoyed; coffee and sweets, a luncheon catered by Maggiano's, a gift card raffle during announcements, as well as surprises in their mailboxes.
Thank you again, Whiteley staff, for all of your hard work and dedication to our children!
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Fun Fair Committee
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This year's Fun Fair was a huge success. It could not have been done without the help from our wonderful parent volunteers and Whiteley staff. We would like to once again thank all who helped to make this night a great event. The donations of baked items for the cake walk and books for the book walk made both very successful. Also, thank you to the PTA members who took extra time to manage various areas to help make the Fun Fair enjoyable for the Whiteley families. Mark your calendars for March 2, 2012 for next year's Fun Fair event.
Jennifer Price, Clarissa Pawlikowski, and Jennifer Ferrar Fun Fair Committee |
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Membership Committee
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Thank you to all the FCW PTA Members! Your continued support 
allows our PTA to provide our students with extra activities and exciting assemblies throughout the year. Joining the PTA is an easy way to support our school and does not require more commitment. You also receive the Whiteley Directory. So, in the Fall when you receive the 2011-2012 school information in the mail, be sure to "Join our PTA". Thank you!
Dayna Steneck 2009-2011 Current Chair
Karla Harrington 2011-2013 Incoming Chair
Membership Committee - contact - membership@fcwpta.org
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News from the Classrooms
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Reading over the summer is very important. Here are several fun websites that encourage reading and give new suggestions on books to read and games to play. Check out these links and keep reading all summer long!
Book Adventure
Scholastic
Palatine Library
Tumble Books
Fun Brain
Primary Games
Gamequarium
Starfall
PBSkids
Take part in Barnes and Noble's Imagination's Destinations. Read eight books and choose a free book from a select list. Download the journal here.
Visit Borders and join their Double-Dog Dare program. Read ten books and then choose a book for free. Click here, for the form.
Read the books from the Bluestem, Monarch or Caudill Award list. Voting will take place February 2012. Visit www.islma.org
Happy Reading!!!!!!
Mrs. Saez
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It's Not Too Late to Sign Up For Camp Invention!
Camp Invention is a week long summer program that allows children to conduct scientific investigations and to explore their imaginations as well as the world of science. This year our program will work with mysterious codes, the science of bouncy balls, innovative animals, challenging games, and imaginative inventions. We are lucky enough to have this great program right here at Whiteley School from June 20-24 (8:30am-3:30pm). In addition, we have many familiar Whiteley staff members participating in camp this year: Miss Bartnicke, Miss Swietek, Mrs. Otte, Mrs. Grabowski, Mrs. Slavieck, Mrs. Stachowiak (formerly Miss Meyer), and several former students putting in their time as volunteers.
For the Camp Invention flyer, click here. You can visit their website to find out more about this great program. Feel free to email Miss Bartnicke with any questions.
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Missing Something?
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Please check the over-flowing Lost and Found!
 There are many items in the "Lost and Found" bin. Parents, you may find your child's coat, sweater, sweatshirt, boots, gloves or shoes that you have been looking for. The "Lost and Found" bins are located in the Art Room and near the Gym. |
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Hope Blossoms When We All Work Together
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 I would like to give a big Thank You to the Whiteley Families. Throughout the month of April, the Origami Fund-Raising was held in school. Many students coming from the various grade levels participated in this activity. Their dollars made a huge difference to support Japan. At the end of this activity, the cherry blossom tree was blossoming with a lot of flowers. The proceeds of this activity ($327.31), were sent to JCCC (Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago). That will assist the people of the particular regions to rebuild their lives and communities. Thanks so much for your kindness and support. Yuko Nakagawa |
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Birthday Book Club Committee
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Here are the new donations to the Resource Center thanks to students that participated in the Birthday Book Club this past month.
Thanks again for all your support. We had close to $1,400 donated to the Resource Center which helps keep our collection current.
Thomas Morel Throne of Fire Gaby Cruz (Still choosing book) Tommy Kovathana Trouble with Chickens Kristine Chong If You Were a Penguin Sophia Survant My Life as a Book Sharon Cheong The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place Emma Schultz Fear Itself Hanna Choi City Frog, Country Frog Sean Edwards Emily's Fortune Dylan Falk The Rogue Crew Miu Hariya Dork Diaries Sophia Wilson The Familiars Jacob Yoo Spaceheadz - Save the World Raymond Kim (Still choosing book) Mabelle Zhang Dark Life Malhaar Nagaraj (Still choosing book) Leah Alvarez Tony Baloney Kaavya Senthil Dream Big Little Pig Arnav Batta (Still choosing book)
Thanks again to all the parents and students that participated. We would not have the quality library we have without your help and support.
I would also like to thank all the volunteers that worked in the library this year. This group helped shelve books, prepare projects and worked with students every week. Thank you so much for your dedication! ~ Julie Saez
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Plum Grove Junior High eNewsletter
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Parents of Incoming Plum Grove Junior High 7th graders:
Sign up now for the Plum Grove Junior High PTSA eNewsletters at www.plumgroveptsa.org to find out all that is planned for this upcoming school year. Reminders of important dates, volunteer opportunities and more will be sent out beginning this summer. An archive of past eNewsletters is also available here.
Jennifer Mondy
PGJH PTSA Newsletter Editor (2011/12)
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Carl Sandburg Junior High PTSA
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Welcome to the new 7th grade students and families. The PTSA works with staff, students and parents to provide services, activities and programs that enrich the experience of all students at Carl Sandburg.
Visit the Carl Sandburg PTSA website
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Whiteley Wildcat Thank You
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A BIG Thank You to ALL the 6th Grade parents that have volunteered and helped out through their years at Whiteley! Good Luck in Junior High:)
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It has been a busy year at Whiteley. Every week and every month we continue to bring you the latest news, reminders and updates.
Thank you for taking the time to subscribe and for visiting the PTA website!
Katie Hogan
Dayna Steneck
Jean Swenson
Communications Committee 
We'll keep you up-to-date for the 2011-2012 School Year!
"Have a GREAT Summer!"
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If you would prefer a printed copy of this newsletter, please pick one up from the Whiteley School Office.
Thank you for your interest in your child's school,
Katie Hogan, Dayna Steneck & Jean Swenson,
Communications Committee, Whiteley PTA
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