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District 64 eNews December 2nd, 2022

Author Of "Travel Guide For Monsters" Visits Carpenter

Carpenter Elementary School had a special guest speaker stop by on Friday. "Travel Guide For Monsters," by Lori Degman, has been a favorite at Carpenter not only for the adventure it takes readers on or the creative illustrations but also because Mrs. Degman is the mother of Carpenter Assistant Principal Mr. Degman.

Mrs. Degman talked to different grades throughout the day, sharing some keys to her success. Passion, practice, and persistence helped Mrs. Degman overcome dozens of rejections to have six of her books published!

She also treated students to a live reading of some of her books and answered questions about her career and what it's like to be an author.

What a treat to send us into the weekend. Thank you! Here are a few more photos from the event.

Winter Weather Guidelines

Do you feel that chill in the air? December is here! And with that, there's winter weather on the horizon. Superintendent Dr. Eric Olson shared our winter weather guidelines in a letter this week:

Dear District 64 Community,

As we turn to December, it’s time to share with everyone what our weather guidelines are for potentially closing schools. These are the guidelines we would follow if we had to close school due to weather conditions.

In the event we need to close due to weather, students and staff will not attend school that day, and should we need to make up days during the school year, we will adjust the calendar accordingly. While it's never ideal to have to interrupt learning, I appreciate your understanding and cooperation when we are concerned about student and staff safety at school.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Take care,

Dr. Eric Olson

Superintendent

The winter weather guidelines are below and you can find them here.

Emerson Winter Concert

You are invited to attend the Emerson Winter Concert featuring the Jazz Band, Symphonic Band and Vocal Power as well as the Lincoln Symphonic Band this Thursday, December 8 at 7pm in the Emerson Gym.

"Many different styles of music from marches to pop tunes to holiday favorites (including The Chipmunk Song) will be performed. Admission is free and we hope to see you there. You are all INSTRUMENTAL to our program!"

Have You Heard The Buzz?

Click here for more information on the Spelling Bee.

District 64 Selling Vacant Lot On Rowe Avenue

District 64 is selling the lot located at 820 Rowe Avenue, Park Ridge. The vacant lot was connected to the former Oakton School and was kept by the District when the Oakton building was sold.

The District has no use for this property now and is looking for a new owner to take it over. The land will be sold at public sale by sealed bid.

CLICK HERE for instructions on how to bid and more information.

Do you want a job driving school buses? Lakeview Bus Lines is hiring!

Up to $25/hour
Sign-on bonus amount of $3000 for yellow bus drivers who are fully licensed to drive yellow immediately.
Weekly pay, benefits, 401K
go to www.sunrisebus.com/careers or call (847)-588-1820 to apply

Upcoming Board Meetings

December 15, 2022 - 7pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School
January 26, 2022 - 7 pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School
February 16, 2022 - 7 pm - regular meeting, Jefferson School

Looking to catch up on past meeting highlights? A summary of each meeting is available on our Current Board News webpage.

Please confirm meeting dates and times on the Board meetings webpage.

Stay tuned in with District 64 all week long by following our accounts on both Facebook and Twitter.

Comments and questions may always be directed to the Superintendent or Board members through these links:

Email Dr. Eric Olson, Superintendent or contact members of the Board of Education via email links.

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