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10-3-2025 Junior Bulldogs Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/03/25 (4:00 PM)

Early Childhood Center

Junior Bulldogs Newsletter

October 3, 2025
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New ECC Construction Update

The construction team is working hard at building our new Early Childhood Center (ECC.) The walls are coming up, and the crew was ready to place several of the support beams this week.

On Wednesday, all students and staff at the ECC were invited to place their hand print on a beam. This was an exciting opportunity for our students to contribute something that will always be a part of the new ECC!
 

Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences

Fall parent/teacher conferences are coming up on October 10 and 16. Parent/Teacher conferences on October 10 will be virtual and will be held between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Parent/teacher conferences on October 16 will be in-person and will be from 3:30-7:00 p.m. in your child’s classroom at the ECC.

You will sign-up for conferences using Parent Square. Your child’s teacher sent you invitations on Monday, September 29.

If you need an interpreter, please let your child’s teacher know as soon as possible.
 

Picture Retake Day

Picture Retake Day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8.

This is an opportunity for any student who was absent on the original picture day or who would like to have their picture retaken.

If you would like your child's picture retaken, please have them bring their original picture package to school on October 8 to give to the photographer.

Click here for more information.
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Flu Clinic

We are offering flu vaccinations to students on Monday, November 10, 2025 in the morning at the Early Childhood Center. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile through Advocate Children’s Hospital will operate school-based flu vaccination clinics for students. Participation in the flu vaccination is voluntary, and participating students will be given the injectable vaccine.

If you would like for your child to receive the flu vaccine at school, please complete and return the Influenza Vaccine Consent Form. Consent forms are due October 24, 2025

Parents/guardians will need to be present at the time of your child’s appointment to support your child getting a shot.  Parents of students who attend the ECC in the afternoons are welcome to make an appointment in the morning but must accompany their child to the appointment.  Afternoon appointments are not available.
 
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Miles of Smiles Dental Program Coming in November

The Miles of Smiles Dental Program will be visiting our school on Thursday, November 6, 2025.

This program provides a variety of preventative dental services to children at no cost to you, including exams, cleanings, fluoride, and sealants if needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to ensure your child's dental health without having to schedule an outside appointment.

To sign up your child, please complete and return the permission slip by the October 31.
 

Snack Information


Your child will receive a nutritious snack daily at preschool. Snacks typically include a whole grain, a fresh fruit, and milk. Click on the October Snack Menu to find out more.
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Upcoming Events


  • October 7 - Erin's Law Presentations to ECC Classrooms
  • October 8 - Picture Retake Day
  • October 10 - 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. - Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • October 13 - No School - Indigenous People's Day
  • October 16 - 3:30-7:00 p.m. - In-Person Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • October 16 - 7:00 p.m. - Board of Education Meeting at the Educational Service Center
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School Hours

Morning students attend school from 9:00-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Drop-off time is 8:55 a.m.

Afternoon students attend school from 12:15-2:45 p.m. Monday-Friday. Drop-off time is 12:10 p.m.

Please arrive on time because our staff is unavailable to watch your child before or after sessions. Once school starts at 9:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., you will need to walk your child to our main entrance and sign your child in.
 
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Links

 
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Contact info

847-568-8901
Coordinator of Student Services & Early Learning:
John Siegler, jsiegler@skokie68.org
Administrative Assistant for the Director of Student Services:
Jill Marquardt - jmarquardt@skokie68.org
Early Childhood Secretary:
Heidi Canchola - hcanchola@skokie68.org