E. H. Sutherland Elementary School

10015 S. Leavitt Avenue
Chicago, IL 60643

773-535-2580
773-535-2621 fax

Catherine Gannon
Principal

Maureen Elwood
Assistant Principal

Ms. Annie Malone, Counselor/Case Mgr

Ms. Jeanmarie Ford, School Clerk

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Sutherland School Newsletter - January 2009

Traffic around the School

The number of cars and the unsafe practices being demonstrated around the school are creating problems that are hazardous for our children. We need for parents to consider others and keep the flow of traffic moving. Individuals who park and watch their children stand in line create unnecessary conditions. People who talk on the cell phone while driving and are not paying attention to the adults directing traffic are adding to the problem creating further delays and back-ups. If you want to watch your child until they go in the building park at least on the next block and walk with them. Turning on 100th from Leavitt rather than going to 99th may be more convenient but creates further delay. We know that everyone agrees the safety of children is the most important thing to consider. We encourage you to consider walking or parking away from the perimeter of the school. We absolutely need parents to follow the rules and simply drop off their child and leave the premises safely. We have contacted the police department and they will be assisting us. Tickets will be issued to individuals who continue to follow unsafe practices. We would also appreciate volunteers who would help us manage the traffic and ensure the students are safe. A special thank you is extended to the two parents who volunteer daily. We sincerely appreciate your willingness to assist for the benefit of our students. If you would like to volunteer for Parent Patrol even a day or two per week please call the office and leave your name and contact information.

Benchmark and DIBELS Testing

The students in grades K-2 will be administered the DIBELS test this month. Students in grades 3-8 will be taking the winter benchmark tests next week on the 13th-15th. Teachers and administrators will review the new data as soon as it becomes available in order to track progress and continue to provide interventions for students.

Report Card Distribution

Report Cards will go home with students on Wednesday, January 28th. Please look for report cards to come home on that day.

A Special Meeting for 3rd Grade Parents

On Tuesday, January 20th there will be a special meeting with only one item on the agenda to be discussed. All 3rd grade parents are welcome to attend. The meeting will take place at 4:00 p.m. The meeting is a special or “Call” meeting of the LSC.

In- School Field Trips

The in-school field trips have been wonderful. The students have seen some fantastic shows already and are looking forward to at least one each month. On January 28th we will have Chinese Folk and Classical Dance. The students have been exposed to such a variety of performances. We thank you for your support and are looking forward to the additional performances. An option for paying for the remainder of the performances was described and provided on the form that went home with students. The payment for our next performance is due January 22nd. It is $2.00 if you only want to pay for that one or $14.00 if you prefer to pay for the remainder of them all at once. We are prepared to keep records for either option.

Winter Carnival and Jr. High Dance

Our winter celebration activities were quite successful. We sincerely thank all of the many volunteers who came out to help us provide the students with a fun reward activity for good behavior.

After School Program

The after school program will be ending the first session next week. The next session will begin on January 27th. The program is based on academic need as determined by the grant funding the program and is by invitation only. The parents of the students who qualify will be notified in writing and need to sign-off on the forms.

Violin and Chorus Performance

Our winter performance by the violin and children choir was delightful. Thank you to the violin teachers and choir director for all of their work with and dedication to the students. And thank you to the students for providing such a wonderful performance for all of us to enjoy.

Martin Luther King Holiday

On Monday, January 19th school will not be in session in honor of the Martin Luther King holiday.

Professional Development Day

Friday, January 23rd will be a non-attendance day for students. Students will not be in school on that day.

February’s Calendar

Thursday, February 12th will be a school holiday. School will be closed. Friday, February 13th will be a professional development day. School will not be in session for students. Monday, February 16th is Presidents Day a school holiday.

LSC Meeting

The next regular scheduled LSC meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd  at 4:00 p.m.

Athletic Board Meeting

The Athletic Board Meeting will take place on March, 3rd @ 5:30 p.m. The Athletic Board will meet every other month on a regular schedule.

Join the PTA

The best schools have a great deal of involvement by parents and community members. Please be sure to join the PTA. The next PTA meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd @ 9:00 a.m.

Website

Please continue to check the website. All newsletters, calendars and other pertinent information will be posted on this site.

PAWS Program

Please review the PAWS matrix of school wide behaviors with your child.

Arrival and Dismissal

Students are to arrive to school no earlier than 8:45. There is no one to supervise them before this time. Parents who can walk their children to school are encouraged to do so to keep the traffic to a minimum. Those who do drive are asked to drop their children off next to the curb and then leave the premises. Students are to be picked up at 2:45. No one should enter the parking lot before or after school, as there is a great deal of pedestrian traffic at that time. If your child forgets their lunch please know that we have extra lunches and they will be fed. Lunches can be purchased at the school.

Absence from School

Thanks to all the parents who have been calling the school to report absences from school. Please notify the school by telephone if your child will be absent from school. You can leave a voice mail at any time. We appreciate your cooperation. Parents should call the school when their child will be absent from school. It is important that we know that the students are safe. It is preferred that the parents call the school by 9:15 so that we know your child is at home with you. You can call and leave a voice mail anytime before 9:15 a.m.

Drivers in and around the school

Please be courteous and cautious when dropping off or picking up students. We need you to respect the traffic patterns and safety patrol crossing areas. Please do not block crosswalks, double-park to drop off or park and wait unnecessarily blocking traffic and creating congestion.

Safety and Security

Visitors (anyone who is not a staff member or student) will not be allowed to be in the building unless they have entered through the office, signed in and received a visitor’s pass. Please do not enter with the children or through any door other than the office door on Hamilton to obtain a pass.

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