Family Fun Ideas — Traveling with Books

May 13, 2013 Heading off to the beach someday soon? The mountains? Across the state to visit relatives? Give your kids a preview of where you’re going with at least a few books about your destination, or what you’ll see en route. And while you’re traveling, let the kids’ books determine at least part of your route, or what you do. READ MORE

THE MEDICAL CORNER:

May 6, 2013 Parents of District #186 Students, This a reminder that all kindergarten, 6th and 9th grade students must show proof of a recent physical exam and provide an updated immunization record prior to entry into school. New legislation also requires that all students in 6th - 12th grade provide proof of having received a Tdap vaccination. READ MORE

21st Century Ending!

May 6, 2013 This Thursday, May 9th, will be the last day for 21st Century after school. It has been a great school year and students have certainly enjoyed their time with their 21st Century teachers. Please make sure you have made other arrangements for your child to get home beginning Monday.

ART EXPRESSION THROUGH YOUNG ARTISTS

Apr 26, 2013 This is a Friendly Reminder for Dubois Families, Dubois Elementary School has artwork that will be presented by four of our student’s. Kalei Hazelwood is a 5th grader in Ms. Miller’s room, Garrett Rees is a 4th grader in Mrs. McCloud’s room, Rueben Densmore is a 4th grader in Mrs. Rectenwal’s room and Maria Anselment is a 1st grader in Ms. Howard’s room. Their art will soon be on display at SIU School of Medicine. READ MORE

FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

Apr 19, 2013 Join us for Family Science Night on April 22, 2013 at Dubois Elementary School for the following: 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. (DINNER) We will be serving a light meal of hotdogs, chips and water. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (PRESENTATION) Mr. John Colgren, a former teacher and science enthusiast, will present experiments and demonstrations on air pressure, falling objects, weightlessness, liquid nitrogen, and more. 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. READ MORE

Retain And Improve Your Child’s Reading Skills Over Summer Vacation

Apr 15, 2013 Without working with your child, reading skills can slip over the summer months, especially in elementary school children. Learn how to retain and even improve your child’s reading skills over the summer without spending money on tutors or reading programs. Summer often comes as a welcomed break from the sometimes stressful and disciplined school schedule for both parents and children. READ MORE

2ND ANNUAL CEC AWARD BANQUET

Apr 15, 2013 WHAT: 2nd Annual Exceptional Student & Teacher Award Banquet WHERE: Route 66 Hotel & Conference Center DATE: April 18, 2013 TIME: 5:00PM - 7:00PM COST: $10.00 per person ( Nominees eat free) RSVP: by today PRESENTED BY: Springfield Council For Exceptional Children

FROM THE MEDICAL CORNER:

Apr 9, 2013 DRESSING FOR THE WEATHER As we slowly come into the spring season, with it can come drastic temperature changes. It may be long pants and jacket weather when your child leaves for school, and by lunchtime, be T-shirt and shorts weather. Keep an eye on updated weather reports for your area. Notice the morning temperature lows and afternoon temperature highs. Be mindful of how warm or cool it will be when your child leaves for school, and when he or she returns from school. READ MORE