Posted February 8th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
We’ve had an exciting start to our week. Yesterday morning Link School was recognized for receiving the Academic Excellence Award from the Illinois State Board of Education. The Illinois Honor Roll celebrates the accomplishments of Illinois public schools that are providing high quality education for all their students.
State Superintendent Chris Koch presented the award to our school. Students Mark F. and Ali S., along with staff and building administration were on hand to accept the award on our behalf.
This is the second consecutive year we have received this recognition. Twelve other District 54 schools were recognized as well. On behalf of Schaumburg School District 54 and the entire Link community, thank you to everyone (students, staff, and families) for supporting our students. It is through commitment and hard work that we receive these acknowledgements.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- Tomorrow, Wednesday, is an early release day. Students will be dismissed at 11:40. There are no kindergarten classes.
- There is a PTA meeting this Thursday at 1:00 in the staff lounge.
- Link School will be hosting a 4th Grade Volleyball Night in the gym on February 23, 2012 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. You and your Link 4th grader are invited to attend this event. Due to the number of anticipated participants, siblings in other grade levels should not attend. All children must be accompanied by a guardian. Your child will have an opportunity to participate in several competitive volleyball matches against other Link 4th graders. No permission slip is necessary, just show up at 6:00 p.m. sharp and be ready to have fun!
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted February 6th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Link School was recently awarded the Academic Excellence Award from the Illinois State Board of Education in recognition of exemplary performance on the Illinois Standards Achievement Test from 2009 to 2011
To achieve this award, schools must meet the following criteria:
- All schools must have made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in 2010 and 2011.
- At preschool through eighth grade schools: 90 percent of students must have met or exceeded state standards in both reading and mathematics for the three most recent school years.
District 54 is one of only three school districts in Illinois to earn more than 10 Academic Excellence Awards this year.
Congratulations!
Posted February 1st, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
It was nice to see so many of you at the Fun Fair. The turnout was great! Thanks to the PTA for putting on such a fun event.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- If your child is interested in participating in the science fair, applications are due to Ms. Legner by tomorrow, Wednesday.
- Link School will be hosting a 4th Grade Volleyball Night in the gym on February 23, 2012 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. You and your Link 4th grader are invited to attend this event. Due to the number of anticipated participants, siblings in other grade levels should not attend. All children must be accompanied by a guardian. Your child will have an opportunity to participate in several competitive volleyball matches against other Link 4th graders. No permission slip is necessary, just show up at 6:00 p.m. sharp and be ready to have fun!
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted January 25th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
I hope you are all enjoying this unpredictable weather. I think the temperature swings are confusing the students. One day they are wearing winter gear and the next day they are in sweatshirts. Please remind your children to dress for the weather. We have had some rather extreme temperature swings lately and we do go out for recess.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- Link’s Annual Fun Fair, is this Friday, January 27th from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Join us for an evening of fun, including carnival games, face painting, cakewalk, sand art, refreshments, and much more. New this year is a Photo booth- come take pictures and make memories with friends and family. Pre-sale ticket orders are due Wednesday January 25th. Order forms were sent home with students and are also in the Hotline. Tickets will be sent home with students before the Fun Fair.
o Also, please bring in your donated goodies for the Cake Walk to the office by Wednesday January 25th.
- There is a PTA meeting this Thursday at 1:00 in the staff lounge.
- Attention all Link Students!!! If you are interested in participating in the science fair this year, please come to the library at your lunch recess on Wed. Jan. 25th. No lunches are needed.
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted January 24th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Come join the excitement and be a part of the Link Science Fair! This is a great opportunity for students to explore the world of Science and share their findings. An informational meeting will be held on January 25, 2012 at your student’s lunch recess. Applications will be handed out then or they can be picked up outside room 210.
We look forward to your proposals!
The Science Fair Committee
Posted January 17th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
Thank you to all our families for coming out to conferences last week. We had a great turnout. It was nice to see all of you.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- Mark your calendars, the Fun Fair is January 27th. Please see the Hotline for more information.
- In the interest of keeping our students safe, District 54 would like to reinforce a few laws and policies concerning smoking, cell phone use and school buses.
o No Smoking at Schools – District 54 policy prohibits smoking or the use of tobacco products on district property and in district facilities, regardless of whether students are present or school is in session. Individuals or groups using or renting facilities are also banned from smoking or using tobacco products in District 54 facilities or on District 54 properties.
o School Bus Stop Arm Violations – It is unlawful for a driver to pass a school bus that has stopped to load or unload children when its stop signal arm is extended. Any driver traveling in the same direction as the bus is required to stop his vehicle when the driver is on a road fewer than four lanes of traffic.
o Cell Phone Use in School Zones – It is unlawful for any person, regardless of age, to use a cell phone at any time while operating a motor vehicle on a roadway in a school speed zone.
- In accordance with state law, Link School participates in a number of emergency drills throughout the year. These drills include fire drills, shelter in place drills, and emergency lockdown drills. Often times, these drills are done in cooperation with local fire and law enforcement agencies. Some drills are announced and others are not. If you happen to be visiting school during one of these drills, we request that you follow all emergency procedures. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted January 10th, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
I hope you are enjoying the unseasonably warm weather. We may be getting a little snow Wednesday into Thursday. Please remember to dress your child for the weather. We typically go out every day for recess.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- Student-led conferences are January 12th and 13th. If you have not already scheduled a conference time, please contact your child’s teacher. Due to conferences, school will be dismissed at 11:40 on Thursday, January 12th. There will be no school on Friday, January 13th.
- Mrs. Banks would like to invite all 6th grade parents to the first annual 6th grade art show. View your child’s creativity on Thursday, January 12th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Each 6th grade student will have at least two pieces of art work on display. The art show will be in the art room and down the art hallway.
- There is no school on Monday, January 16th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. Enjoy the long weekend.
- Hot Lunch Reminder: If you ordered hot lunch for your child on 1/16, it will be served on 1/23 due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
- Student Attendance: If you child is going to be absent, it is very important that you notify the school before 8:30. Please call our attendance line, 847- 357- 5302, to report an absence. Thank you for your cooperation.
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted January 3rd, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
Happy New Year! I hope you all enjoyed the winter break with family and friends. It is hard to believe that 2012 is here.
Here is the latest news from Link School…
- The next Treat Day will be January 6th. Ice cream sandwiches will be sold for 50 cents.
- Hot lunch forms were sent home with students with a due date of December 9th. However, we will be extending the due date to Friday, January 6th. Please return hot lunch forms on or before January 6th.
- Mrs. Banks would like to invite all 6th grade parents to the first annual 6th grade art show. View your child’s creativity on Thursday, January 12th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Each 6th grade student will have at least two pieces of art work on display. The art show will be in the art room and down the art hallway.
- Student-led conferences are January 12th and 13th. If you have not already scheduled a conference time, please contact your child’s teacher. Due to conferences, school will be dismissed at 11:40 on Thursday, January 12th. There will be no school on Friday, January 13th.
- Student Attendance: If you child is going to be absent, it is very important that you notify the school before 8:30. Please call our attendance line, 847- 357- 5302, to report an absence. Thank you for your cooperation.
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
Posted January 3rd, 2012 by Susan Nottoli
We are now accepting birthday books for students who celebrate their birthday in the month of January and July. Contributing a new or slightly used book is a great way to stock our school library full of fun and interesting books.
Please bring in all donations to the Link library and receive a special thank you.
Mrs. Nottoli – Library Media Teacher
Posted December 13th, 2011 by Susan Nottoli
Dear Link Families,
Winter break is almost here. I hope you all have a safe and relaxing break as you spend time with family and friends.
Here is the latest news…
- Club pictures will be taken on Thursday, December 15th in the morning.
- Reminder that winter parties are on December 15th this year. This is a change from years past. Please check with the head room representative from your child’s room for details.
- Winter break begins on December 17th and runs through January 2nd. School will resume on January 3rd. Enjoy the break!
- The next Treat Day will be January 6th. Ice cream sandwiches will be sold for 50 cents.
- Hot lunch forms were sent home with students with a due date of December 9th. However, we will be extending the due date to Friday, January 6th. Please return hot lunch forms on or before January 6th.
Click below to view the latest edition of the Link Hotline.
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Have a great week!
Sincerely,
John Schmelzer
