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Dear Baker families,
At Baker we don’t just think outside the box, we cut the box, design the box and play inside the box! Family, community, play and creativity; these things are at the heart of our mission at Baker and they will all come together at our 11th Annual Baker Family Cardboard Challenge on Saturday, Oct. 14th from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Inspired by the Global Day of Play, we come together in a day of creative play based around the perennial favorite toy of children around the world, the cardboard box. With kids in the creative lead, moms, dads, neighbors, grandparents and friends, design, cut, tape, paint and decorate their cardboard creations. In past years we have seen a trojan horse, trains, cars, airplanes, a time machine, dollhouses, haunted houses, cat scratching posts, robots, a giant pencil and more!
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After we build and clean up, we will take time to admire and play with all of our creations. Leftover cardboard will be shared with the middle school science program for their springtime cardboard boat regatta, so nothing goes to waste! Families will need to carefully haul (or not so carefully stuff) their creations in their cars for more hours of fun at home or kindly add to the recycling bin outside. We realize that fall is a busy time for sports and activities, so come when you can and leave when you need to. It is truly one of the best days of the year for me. I am always inspired by the enthusiasm, collaboration and ingenuity of our Baker families. Please RSVP by Thursday, Oct. 12th so I can best prepare for space and materials. Please remember to bring a cutting tool (box cutter or heavy scissors) and some strong tape (duct tape or packaging tape) and we will provide the rest!
This event is in conjunction with our fall admissions open house so if you know of anyone who might be interested in touring Baker with the option of staying for the Cardboard Challenge, please share this link so they can RSVP for that event.
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See you there!
Julie Toole (she/her)
Art Teacher
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11th Annual Cardboard Challenge | |
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The 11th Annual Cardboard Challenge
Saturday Oct. 14th
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
at Baker in the cafeteria with outdoor option
What will you create? Baker will provide the cardboard boxes, tubes and other fun recycled materials to use. Please bring your own cutting tools (large scissors and box cutters are great), tape (duct tape or packaging tape) and any other tools or extra boxes you might want.
Please bring a refillable water bottle and a nut free snack if needed. All creations must either go home with you or be recycled.
Please RSVP - so we can plan for material and space needs.
Questions contact jtoole@bakerdemschool.org.
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Do you know a family that might be interested in Baker that you'd like to invite or bring to the Cardboard Challenge? Please share our visitor RSVP form with them! This is a wonderful opportunity for them to tour the school and also take part in the Cardboard Challenge. | |
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October 14
Baker Cardboard Challenge 11:30 a.m. - See details above
October 22
Baker Board of Trustees Community Meet Up 5:00 p.m. - See details below
October 25
BPO Coffee 8:30 a.m. - See details below
October 26
Early dismissal
Parent teacher conferences - See details below
October 27
Parent teacher conferences - See details below
You can view Baker's public calendar at bakerdemschool.org/calendar
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Conference Sign Up & BASE Registration for October 26-27 | |
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Parent-Teacher Fall Conferences Sign Up
Conferences are an important time for teachers and families to meet and discuss the progress of students over the course of the fall. Information about Fall Conferences was sent out on Monday 10/9 in this email.
Fall Conference Schedule
Thursday, October 26 - 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 27 - 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Early Dismissal Schedule - Thursday, October 26
11:15 a.m. - Preschool/Kindergarten
11:30 a.m. - 1st - 8th Grade
Base available (information below)
No School - Friday, October 27
Base available (information below)
Sign up here to select your conference times.
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BASE (Baker After School Enrichment) Registration | |
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BASE Bonus Day Info + Registration
What is a BASE Bonus Day? These are early release and non-attendance days when BASE offers half or full day care. Bonus Days are not offered on holidays or seasonal breaks. These days are an additional fee to your normal BASE programming and space is limited.
What activities are scheduled? Students participate in outdoor play, choice time, movement, fun swim and library time. Preschool students follow a similar afternoon routine, with quiet/rest time between 1:30-2:30pm. Every full care day is also scheduled with an in-house field trip. In the past we have run Print Shop Clinics, brought in Magicians, Animal Encounters and more!
Are morning and aftercare offered? BASE offers morning care (starting at 7:30am) and after care (ending at 5:00pm). Students that are previously enrolled in a BASE program package are welcome to stay for BASE on these days at no additional charge. Those that are not registered, may stay on a Drop-In basis.
Conference Care -Drop your child off at BASE while you attend conferences! Time can be purchased in 30 min blocks. You will find this registration under the Oct 26 + 27 registration options on the BASE Bonus Day registration page. Then reach out to Erin to schedule your time at BASE. Please note, care is offered until 5:00pm only.
Where do I sign up? Click HERE to access the registration page. All fall days are open for registration.
Fall Bonus Day Specials
October 26 - Conferences
- Half Day Care (11:30-3:15 pm)
- Fun Swim
October 27 - Conferences
- Full Day Care (8:15-3:15 pm)
- Print Shop Clinics
November 9 - Institute Day
- Full Day Care (8:15-3:15 pm)
- Print Shop Clinics + Mad Science
December 6 - Professional Development
- Half Day Care (1:00 - 3:15 pm)
- Fun Swim
Questions? Please contact Erin at esteiner@bakerdemschool.org or at ext. 5823.
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Board of Trustees Community Meet Ups | |
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Please join members of the Board of Trustees for a series of informal community meet ups. Feel free to drop in for conversation, to learn more about us and what Trustees do, and share thoughts about Baker. We hope to see you at one or more of the following days and places! Questions? email Shana Bernstein
Sunday October 22 - 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Temperance Beer Co., 2000 Dempster St, Evanston
Friday November 3 - 8:45 a.m - 10:00 a.m.
Central Station Coffee and Tea, 1150 Central Ave, Wilmette
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BPO Community Service Committee - ESCCA | |
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ESCCA 32nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser
Saturday, October 14th from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Independence Park - located in the 2000 block of Central Street
Looking for event volunteers - sign up here.
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ESCCA (the Evanston School Children's Clothing Association) Needs Volunteers!
Thursday, October 19th - There is an immediate need for volunteers for SERVE - sign up here.
During a SERVE, volunteers help students choose clothing from ESCCA's Shop at 1500 McDaniel, almost like a personal shopper. Volunteering during a SERVE is an especially fun and rewarding experience as you get to interact with a District 65 student, helping them have a warm and positive experience choosing winter clothing for this school year.
Clothing Donations Needed There is a clothing drop-off bin in the front lobby. All clothing should be appropriate for children grades K-8, no used shoes, and no underwear, please.
Please reach out with questions or to express volunteer interest. Email liz.finnamore@gmail.com.
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BPO Community Service - Connections for the Homeless | |
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The Baker Community Service Team is planning on bringing and serving a BBQ dinner to the residents at the Margarita Inn. The Margarita Inn is an emergency homeless shelter provided by Connections for the Homeless in Evanston. This is a great opportunity for the Baker Community including our students to give back and bring a little joy to the residents of the shelter.
The event will take place on October 22nd from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
We are asking for volunteers to make or bring food, help setup, help serve the food, and help clean up. If you are interested please go to the Sign Up Genius and sign up!
If you have any questions please email Justin Travis at allowishes@gmail.com.
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The BPO (Baker Parents Organization) will be hosting a BPO Coffee. Please drop in after drop off.
All are welcome! This is a chance to socialize with other parents and hear short updates from the BPO Teams. No RSVP needed.
October BPO Coffee
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Baker Cafeteria
Questions contact bpo@bakerdemschool.org.
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Baker's Annual Book Fair is coming soon! Join us for a fun filled
week of shopping from hundreds of items including graphic
novels, young adult books, chapter, and picture books. Oh
yeah...there will be some toys as well!
Remember all proceeds benefit Baker!
Important Dates
Wednesday November 8th
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Students and teachers preview all the books and make their wishlists.
Monday November 13th & Tuesday November 14th
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Book Fair is open to everyone. Shop till you drop!
Wednesday November 15th 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Last day of Book Fair. Grab those last-minute items fast!
Calling all volunteers! We can't do this without you. Please click on the Sign Up Genius and join us on making this the best Baker Book Fair yet!
If you have any questions please email Justin Travis at allowishes@gmail.com
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Last month we harvested tomatoes, peppers, chard, lemon balm, chives, thyme, and potatoes. We also cut an array of flowers for bouquets. Snapdragon, aster, butterfly bush, and zinnias were among the selected. Thanks to families that came out.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next workday, when we’ll finish harvesting and start our clean up. Everyone is welcome!
Next workday Sunday, October 22 - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Green Team upcoming Meeting Dates
Tuesdays Oct 24, Nov 14, Dec 5, & Jan 23
7:00 p.m. via Zoom
Email bakerdemsfam2027moss@gmail.com with questions.
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Explore Pilsen with the Baker Parent EqAT Team | |
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Join us to celebrate the history, culture, language, traditions and art
of this amazing Chicago neighborhood!
When: Saturday, October 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.. The BPO EqAT (Equity Action Team) invites all families to meet up. We will meet at the National Museum of Mexican Art for their annual El Día de Los Muertos/Day of the Dead exhibit.
Location: The National Museum of Mexican Art is located at 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608. There is street parking in the neighborhood and it is also easily accessible by public transportation (Pink line to Damen or 18th street stop). The Museum is fully accessible.
Details: We will meet at the playground adjacent to the Museum at 11am. The Museum hours are 10-5 on the weekends. Museum admission is free. More about the exhibit here. Exhibit is in Spanish and English. Baker’s very own Art Teacher, Julie Toole will be there to travel through the museum together, and we hope to eat as a group afterwards in a nearby restaurant to sample some local flavors. Families are free to create their own adventures, and we are happy to point you in the right direction!
Please RSVP to kalpert@bakerdemschool.org to RSVP and be included in emails with more specifics.
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Baker Spirit Wear is back and available for purchase online! Place your order today!
Our first Baker Spirit Wear Friday kicks off on Friday, September 8th. Purchase your Baker Spirit Wear today to be ready for Baker Spirit Fridays (and everyday of the week).
How does it work?
1. Click on the link below and look through the items.
2. Please note that this spirit wear is for both kids and adults!
3. Place your order online.
4. Orders will be shipped directly to the buyer's home address listed on the order in 3-4 weeks.
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Modeling Matters: What Parents Need to Know (and Do) to Decrease Stress, Worry, and Anxiety - 2 Part Series
Part 1
Monday, October 23, 2023, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Central School, Misner Auditorium - 620 Greenwood Avenue Glencoe, IL 60022
Part 2
Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Francis W. Parker School, Heller Auditorium - 2233 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
Lynn Lyons, LICSW - Clinical social worker and psychotherapist, speaker, trainer, and author of Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents and The Anxiety Audit.
Anxiety and worry are normal and expected parts of learning and growing, but when children and teens face challenges cognitively, socially, or emotionally, anxiety can step in and take over. Anxiety can be overwhelming and rigid, but it’s also based on predictable patterns that can be shifted once we learn how it operates.
Based on current research and over 30 years of clinical experience, Lynn Lyons, LICSW presents a strategic approach based on skill-building, with prevention the preferred path. The goal? Using creativity, connection, and energy, parents will learn how to increase their child’s flexibility, support the tolerance of uncertainty, and emotionally and preventatively equip themselves and those they love as we all move forward.
Ms. Lyons travels internationally as a speaker and trainer on the subject of anxiety, its role in families, and the need for a preventative approach at home and in schools. She is a sought-after expert, appearing in the New York Times, Time, NPR, Psychology Today, Good Morning America, and other media outlets. Ms. Lyons is a featured expert in the documentary Anxious Nation.
With a special interest in breaking the generational cycle of worry in families, Ms. Lyons is the author/coauthor of several books and articles on anxiety, including Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents: 7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle and Raise Courageous & Independent Children, and the companion book for kids, Playing with Anxiety: Casey’s Guide for Teens and Kids. Her latest book for adults and teenagers, The Anxiety Audit: 7 Sneaky Ways Anxiety Takes Hold and How to Escape Them, was released in 2022.
Ms. Lyons is the co-host of the popular podcast Flusterclux.
This event is suitable for youth 12+. It will not be recorded or live streamed.
Click here for more information about these events - Part 1 and Part 2
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