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10.04.18 |

What is Story Store??

Oakton’s very own Story Store is back! Click the link below to learn more about it. (Informacion incluida en Español)

Donations are welcome and very much needed!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CH9O3u4MJ3KVBCbnMhehjG7K5cUTio7j/view?ts=5badb16c

Contact Oakton’s Story Store team at: storystoreteam@gmail.com

 

 

09.29.18 |

Bike the Ridge! 09/30/2018

Sunday, September 30, 2018 is the Annual Bike the Ridge ride!

Ridge Avenue will be closed to ALL traffic (vehicle traffic) between Howard and Church Streets.

Any other time, Bicycles are not allowed on Ridge, so come out and enjoy this special event! This event is non-competitive and is sponsored by the city.

Sunday, September 30, 2018 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This event is limited to those on non-motorized bicycles only (motorized bicycles or skateboards are not allowed).

PLEASE NOTE: Residents with driveways along Ridge Avenue will not be able to use them between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on September 30. Thank you

07.20.18 |

Bulk School Supply Program – 2018-19 School Year

It’s school supply time again! Visit the Oakton PTA Web Store to quickly place a single order for (almost) all the school supplies your child will need for the coming school year.

The cost this year is $50 (standard) or $30 per child (reduced, for families who qualify for free/reduced lunch). There’s also an option to donate an additional amount to support other Oakton families’ supply costs.

What is a bulk purchasing program?

Bulk purchasing programs have been developed at a few D65 schools as an alternative to the typical process of acquiring school supplies that families go through each year. With a bulk purchasing program, supplies are ordered in bulk to be used as communal classroom supplies, rather than having families purchase supplies from retail stores. Families opt in to contribute each year- at a much lower cost than buying supplies at retail price- and teachers order exactly what they need to outfit their classroom for the year using the money that is collected.

What are the benefits?

Convenience

  • Supplies are shipped directly to the school and teachers have time to organize their classroom before the first day of school. Additionally, teachers have more control over the supplies coming into the classroom in terms of quantity and quality.
  • Families do not have to go out to buy supplies.  

Equity

  • Every student has all of the supplies needed for the year, and all students receive the same supplies.
  • Savings from buying in bulk allow for a tiered payment system in which low income families can pay a reduced price, and families who cannot contribute at all can potentially still be covered.

Cost Savings

  • Families typically pay significantly less than they would if supplies were purchased at retail price.
  • Savings increase year after year, as non-perishable items like scissors, rulers, and calculators do not need to be re-ordered.

Environmentally Friendly

  • Ordering in bulk reduces the amount of packaging used each year.
  • Families often have to buy extra supplies based on how many items are sold in one pack. This program reduces the accumulation of unused supplies that some families experience, and ensures that supplies are not wasted.

How much does it cost to participate?

The supply cost per student ($50 standard/$30 reduced) will cover the total cost of supplies ordered. Payment forms are attached so that we can begin collecting payments before the year ends.

We also know things happen. There are people who may not qualify for the free and reduced lunch rate, but buying school supplies might be hard to do. We provide all families with the option to make a donation if they want to help offset the cost for others. Additionally, payments can be made in 3 installments in April, May, and September.

Is this program optional?

Families are not required to participate. If you do not want to participate, we need to know as soon as possible as it impacts our ordering. We will then give you the list of supplies to buy. Please note, the list will be brand specific because the teachers are looking for tried and true supplies and we ask that you stick to the list.

Visit the Oakton PTA Web Store to place a your order. Please contact Angela Cummings at angelaplesecummings@gmail.com if you have any questions.

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Información sobre el “programa para ordenar útiles escolares al mayoreo”

 ¿Qué es programa de útiles escolares al mayoreo?

Este programa se han desarrollado en algunas escuelas del D65 como una alternativa para las familias y poder obtener materiales escolares para cada año. Con este programa la compra es por mayoreo, se ordena de acuerdo a lo que el maestro/a necesita en sus salones y esto lo obtienen a base del dinero que se colecta. Las familias optan en contribuir cada año- a un costo mucho más bajo que la compra al por menor- y los maestros piden exactamente lo que necesitan en sus salones de clase para todo el año escolar.

¿Cuales son los beneficios?

Comodidad

  • Los materiales son enviados directamente a la escuela y los maestros tienen tiempo para organizar su salón de clases antes del primer día de clases. Además, los maestros tienen un mayor control sobre los materiales que tienen en el salón en términos de cantidad y calidad.
  • Las familias no tienen que salir a comprar útiles.  

Igualdad

  • Cada estudiante tiene todos los útiles necesarios para todo el año escolar, y todos los estudiantes reciben los mismos materiales.
  • Los ahorros de este sistema de comprar por mayoreo nos permite poder ayudar a familias de bajos recursos.

Ahorro

  • Las familias suelen pagar mucho menos del precio de la compra al por menor.
  • Los ahorros aumentan año tras año, como; artículos de tijeras, reglas, calculadoras y estos no se necesitan volver a ordenar.

Medio Ambiente

  • Ordenando por mayoreo se reduce la cantidad de empaques cada año.
  • Las familias a menudo tienen que comprar materiales adicionales a base de cuántos artículos se venden en un paquete. Este programa reduce los materiales no utilizados asegurandonos que los materiales no se desperdicien.

Costo para participar

El costo es de ($50 promedio / $30 reducido ) cubrirá el costo total para los materiales. Las formas de pago están incluidas por favor mande su pago antes de que termine el año.

También sabemos que muchas cosas pueden suceder. Hay personas que no califican para almuerzo gratis o reducido, y comprar materiales escolares puede ser difícil. Pedimos a familias si pueden hacer donaciones para cubrir el costo.  En adición, los pagos pueden hacerse en 3 cuotas en abril, mayo y septiembre.

¿Este programa es opcional?

Las familias no están obligados a participar. Si no desea participar, necesitamos saberlo tan pronto como sea posible ya que afecta nuestra orden. A continuación, se les dará la lista de materiales para comprar. Tome nota mantenga la marca de los artículo de lista de útiles que los maestros requieren  

Visite la Tienda web de Oakton PTA para hacer un pedido. Por favor, comuníquese con Angela Cummings en angelaplesecummings@gmail.com si tiene preguntas.

07.11.18 |

Kindergarten Playdates, Summer 2018

Incoming Oakton Kindergarten Families!

Mark your calendars for the following informal playdates on the Oakton Playground

Sunday, June 10 from 10am – noon
Saturday, July 21 from 10am – noon
Sunday, August 12 from 3pm – 5pm

These informal playdates are intended to give incoming students and families the opportunity to meet. Playdates are hosted by Oakton parents and students. Look for friendly faces wearing Oakton Cougar Wear near the play area on Barton Avenue. Playdates are subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.

01.21.18 |

Chess Club Updates Jan 2018

From Mike Grossman

A few items for this week:

  • Some help is still needed at the upcoming Oakton Chess Tournament. Please see available volunteer spots at the SignUpGenius page
  • Please contact Mike Grossman if your student is going to participate in the Oakton Chess Tournament. He need to finalize the list by Wednesday, January 24.
  • The Oakton Chess Club is still (always) accepting donations to help keep it afloat. You can submit your donations directly to Mike Grossman on Wednesday during Chess Club or leave them in the PTA mailbox in the front office. Please make checks out to “Oakton Chess Club.”
  • Attached are notes that Coach Shiva wanted to share with the kids – these are some of the points he’s been working on with the newer players in the group.
  • The Illinois State K-8 Chess Championship will be March 9-11 at the Hyatt Regency in Schaumburg. See the attached PDF with additional details from Maret Thorpe. Also see http://www.chessweekend.com/2018-illinois-k-8-championships/. Please contact Mike Grossman for more information – sounds like a great time.

Chess Notes Jan 2018

Illinois State K-8 Chess Championship

01.21.18 |

Before & After School Activities – Winter 2017/2018

MONDAYS

  • Mad Science
    3:35 – 4:35 p.m., Jan 8th – Mar 19th, 2017 (no class on 1/15 & 2/19)
    Kindergarten: $106, Grades 1-5: $117 (9 classes)
    Please email K.C. if you have any questions. Minimum enrollment for kindergarten: 7 students, 15 openings. Minimum enrollment for grades 1-5: 10 students, 20 openings. Financial assistance, payment plan & scholarship available. Click here to register.

TUESDAYS

  • Taekwondo Martial Art Club
    8 – 8:55 a.m., Jan 9, 2018 – Mar 20, 2018
    Cost: $143 / 11 classes
    Email Anne Mason or register at www.connellysacademy.com
  • Oakton Chorus
    8 – 8:50 a.m., ongoing
    FREE – grades 2 to 5
    Please email Mrs. Blacconeri for more information.
  • D.I.M.E Dance Class
    3:35 – 4:35 p.m., Nov 28th, 2017 – Feb 13th, 2018
    Cost: $80 / 10 classes, grades K to 5
    Please email Marcus Brown for more information.

WEDNESDAYS

  • Chess Club
    8 – 8:50 a.m., ongoing
    FREE – grades K to 5
    Please email Mike Grossman for more information.
  • D.R.U.M.
    3:35 – 4:45 p.m., ongoing
    FREE – grades 3 to 5
    Please email Mrs. Blacconeri for more information.

THURSDAYS

  • Mudlark Theater – Creative Improv Class
    3:35 to 4:45 p.m., Jan 11, 2018 – Mar 22, 2018
    Cost: $132 / 11 classes, grades K to 5
    Scholarships available – no child is turned away for inability to pay.
    Email Darcy Coussens or register at: www.mudlarktheater.org/classes-at-schools
  • Oakton Sewing Club
    3:35 – 4:45 p.m., grades 2 to 5
    Mini session: Nov 30, 2017 – Dec 21, 2017
    Cost: $48 / 4 classes
    Regular session: Jan 11, 2018 – Mar 1, 2018
    Cost: $96 / 8 classes
    Cost includes materials. Minimum enrollment: 5. Contact Courtney Lyons for more information.

FRIDAYS

  • Sticky Fingers – Children’s Cooking Class for grades K to 5
    3:45 – 4:45 p.m., Dec 8, 2017 – Feb 23, 2018 (no class on 12/29, 1/05, 2/16)
    Cost: $153 / 9 classes (minimum enrollment 8 / maximum enrollment 12)
    Families can also request a partial scholarship or a payment plan. Register at stickyfingerscooking.com and request financial assistance by directly emailing our local coordinator Lucy Warenski.

09.21.17 |

Sky Day–today, September 21! (and tomorrow too)

Oakton is participating in the international Sky Day Project–a citizen scientist/citizen art project going on RIGHT NOW!!

Today (Thursday) and Tomorrow (Friday), every one in Oakton’s community (kids, especially!) is invited to:

  1. Take Pictures of the Sky (Only the Sky! no building, people, mountains, nothing else!)
  2. Tweet them using BOTH OF THESE hashtags: #SkyDayProject #oakton OR post them to Oakton’s Facebook page and we’ll Tweet it for you OR email them to oaktonpta.president@gmail.com & I’ll tweet them to Oakton’s Twitter Account
  3. Check out the pictures from all over the world on skydayproject.org
  4. Visit Adler Planetarium this weekend where the pictures will also be displayed all weekend long.

Go Cougar Scientist-Artists!

09.14.17 |

DACA presentation at ETHS on Sept. 26

A note from Oakton PTA president Alicia Aiken, and ETHS parent Rachel Sollinger:

El martes 26 de setiembre de 6pm. a 7pm. se llevará a cabo una nueva sesión informativa con lo último acerca de DACA. En esta oportunidad el Centro de Justicia para los inmigrantes (NIJC, por sus siglas en inglés) brindará importantísima información sobre los derechos de las personas que tienen DACA y las implicaciones de la rescisión de este programa. Recuerden que quienes tienen DACA y cuyo permiso de trabajo expira ANTES del 5 de marzo del 2018 deben aplicar por la RENOVACIÓN antes del 5 de octubre del 2017.

¡Este es un evento abierto a TODA LA COMUNIDAD!

Debido al corto plazo, informaremos de todos los talleres y sesiones acerca de la renovación que se están llevando a cabo en Chicago y suburbios, conducidos por instituciones confiables.

Habrá mucha más información. Los esperamos.

MARTES 26 DE SETIEMBRE, DE 6PM A 7PM, EN EL CENTRO DE BIENVENIDA DE ETHS, E112.
1600 Dodge Ave. Evanston, IL 60076

Más información:

  • Sesión informativa en Evanston
  • Otras sesiónes informativas en Chicago y los suburbios
  • Conozca sus derechos

English:

On September 26th from 6-7pm, National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) will be at the ETHS Welcome Center (room E112) to do a presentation for DACA recipients and their families about their rights and the implications of Trump’s DACA rescission. This event is for the entire Evanston community.

In the meantime, any DACA recipient whose work permit expires BEFORE March 5, 2018 may apply for a renewal BEFORE October 5, 2017. Because Trump gave this group JUST one month, immigration organizations have quickly organized workshops to help families complete these forms, compile applications and supporting documentation. Unfortunately, there is not enough time to organize a workshop locally.

This public google doc contains a list of DACA Renewal workshops staffed by immigration attorneys and BIA-approved specialists: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LK0Ht24kMemfmrWAVYqEyalT7kmgWtc04qkfzuT-bDY/edit?usp=sharing

Please share this link with teachers, counselors, churches, etc. (We are working on translating it.) Also see/print this event flier in Spanish and short “Know Your Rights” flier, in Spanish and English.

The spreadsheet only includes workshops within an hour drive of Evanston. It is not an exhaustive list and will grow as more workshops are scheduled. Most offer free legal services, a few have a fee (they are noted). Most require pre-registration.

Each renewal application costs $495. The Mexican Consulate is offering financial help to Mexican citizens and there are a number of other possible sources of funds listed on the google document. ICIRR is keeping an updated list as well. That link is on the google doc.

Individuals seeking DACA renewal will need to bring a number of documents with them to any renewal clinic or workshop. The documents needed are listed on the last page of the google doc. Because there is limited time and a limited number of workshops, we need to make sure this information gets into the hands of those that need it ASAP.

Please feel free to forward any questions to Rachel Sollinger (rachelsollinger@gmail.com) or to Miguel Ruiz at EPL. (mruiz@cityofevanston.org)

08.27.17 |

Before & After School activities – FALL 2017 –

Please note:More information about each activity will be coming home in your child’s homework folder within the next days.

MONDAY

  • Running Club – FREE – grades K to 5
    Mondays 8:15am – 8:45am | Sep 11th – Oct 6th, 2017
    6 meetups. We would love for parents to join us. You dont need to be a runner. Contact Mr. Murphy at murphyj@district65.net for more information.

 

  • Mad Science – NASA-Academy of Future Space Explorers | grades 1 to 5
    Mondays 3:35pm – 4:35pm | Sep 11th – Oct 30th, 2017
    Costs $104 / 8 classes – contact K.C. at madscini@sbcglobal.net if you have any questions. 20 openings. Financial assistance, payment plan & scholarship available. Register at: www.register.madscience.org/northillinois/afterschool-register.aspx
    Find out more here:MadScience-OaktonRegfrom-Fall2017

 

  • Soccer Club – FREE – grades K to 1 (grades 2nd & 3rd will come back in Spring)
    Mondays 3:45am – 4:45am | Sep 25th – Oct 30th, 2017 |15 openings per grade. We need at least 4 volunteers to run this club. No soccer experience necessary. Contact Mr. Kanchwala at Kanchwalan@district65.net for more information.

 

TUESDAY

  • TAEKWON-DO Martial Art Club – grades K to 5
    Tuesdays 8am – 8:55am | Sept 12 – Dec 19, 2017.Cost: $195 / 15 classes | Contact: Anne Mason at 847-568-0912 or email amason@connellysacademy.com | Register: www.connellysacademy.com Find more information here: Taekwon-Do Fall_2017

 

  • Oakton Chorus – FREE – grades 2 to 5
    Tuesdays Time: TBD either before or after school | end of Sept/ beginning of Oct |Please contact Mrs. Blacconeri at blacconerim@district65.net for more information

 

  • Frisbee Club – FREE – grades K to 2
    Tuesdays, 3:35pm – 4:35pm | Sept 5th – Oct 24th | 12 spots available
    8 meet-ups | Contact: Lou Lapat at louislapat@gmail.com – Parent volunteers greatly appreciated
    Find the sign-up form & more information here: Frisbee Club Form – Fall2017

 

  • D.I.M.E Dance Class – grades K to 5
    Tuesdays, 3:35pm – 4:45pm | Sept 5th – Nov 17th
    Cost: $80 / 10 classes | Contact: Marcus Brown at dimeverything@gmail.com | www.dimeverything.com

 

  • Co-Ed Flag Football – grades 4 & 5
    After school – most likely on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
    Questions? Please contact Mr. Murphy at murphyj@district65.net for 5th grade and Mr. Daniels at danielsg@district65.net for 4th grade.

 

WEDNESDAY

  • Chess Club – FREE – grades K to 5
    Wednesdays: 8am – 8:50am | Start: Mid October 2017
    Please contact Mike Grossman at mgrossman@gmail.com for more information

 

THURSDAY

  • Mudlark Theater – Creative Improv Class – grades 1 to 5
    Thursdays: 3:35 to 4:45 | Sept 28th – Dec 14th |Cost: $132 / 11 classes (scholarships available – no child is turned away for inability to pay)Contact: Darcy Coussens at education@mudlarktheater.org
    Register at: www.mudlarktheater.org/classes-at-schoolsFind more information here: Mudlark_Oakton F2017

 

  • Oakton Sewing Club – grades 2 to 5
    Thursday 3:35 to 4:45 | Sept 28th – Nov 16th |Cost: $96 / 8 classes (incl. materials) minimum enrollment: 5 | Contact: Courtney Lyons at courtneylyonsbrown@gmail.com
    Find the registration form here:OaktonSewingClub-registrationFALL2017

    Find more information here:OaktonSewingClub-informationFALL2017

 

FRIDAY

  • Sticky Fingers – Children’s Cooking Class for grades K to 5
    Fridays: 3:45pm – 4:45pm | Sept 15th – Nov 13th, 2017 |Cost: $144 / 8 classes (minimum enrollment 8 / maximum enrollment 12) Families can also request a partial scholarship or a payment plan. Register at stickyfingerscooking.com and request financial assistance by emailing directly to our local coordinator Lucy Warenski at lucy@stickyfingerscooking.com.
    Find more information in English here: StickyFingers_English_Fall-2017
    Find more information in Spanish here: StickyFingers_Español_Fall.2017

08.20.17 |

Welcome to the 2017-18 school year at Oakton!

A message from Oakton PTA President Alicia Aiken

Back to School is just around the corner and we wanted to get you back in the habit of checking your Oakton PTA website for updates!

For families new to Oakton, welcome to the PTA website! Once a week, well send out this update of school and community events to keep you informed. You can also check for dates and events at Oakton PTAs Facebook page and in the school’s weekly newsletter, the Oakton Bugle.

Well be relying heavily on the Facebook events calendar so be sure to like Oakton PTA on Facebook so you can stay informed. If youre not on Facebook, well be sure to offer other methods to stay on top of events like this website Bugle!

Classroom assignments were emailed last week. You may have noticed some familiar names in new grades and stay tuned for a complete list of teacher moves & newly hired folks.

  • Kindergarten families you’ve probably already heard from your students teacher to schedule a meeting for you and your student to meet your new teacher before school starts.
  • Families new to Oakton with 1st to 5th-grade students if youd like to be connected with a family in your students grade and/or magnet program to help you get to know our Oakton community, send an email to oaktonpta.president@gmail.com and well get you connected. Just tell us your students grade and if youd like to be connected with a family specifically in a magnet program (ACC or TWI).

You can get ready for the school year by joining the PTA right now at oaktonschoolpta.org/pta-membership.

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