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MONTHLY CALENDAR
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| JUNE 1-16 |
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PICKUP MATERIALS AT SCHOOL, ONLY COME DURING YOUR ADVISORY SCHEDULED TIME |
| JUNE 2 |
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FRIENDS OF PAYTON MEETING, VIRTUAL |
| JUNE 8 |
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GRADUATION, CLASS OF 2020 |
| JUNE 9 |
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LOCAL SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING, VIRTUAL |
| JUNE 18 |
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL |
| JUNE 19 |
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GRADES DUE |
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GRADUATION NEWS:
CLASS OF 2020
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Volunteers Needed!
1. Help during the Drive-Through Graduation
Please volunteer to help make this important moment special for the Payton HS graduating Class of 2020.
Monday,
June 8, multiple time slots from 10:30am to 6pm available
2. Make a homemade Sign or Poster
We invite Payton students and their families to contribute a homemade sign or poster congratulating our Class of 2020. The signs will be displayed at school during drive-through graduation on June 8th. To contribute a sign, please MAKE IT LARGE and do a contact-less drop off at school during one of these times:
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Thursday, June 4, 8:30am-12:15pm, parking lot (leave with volunteers helping at cap-and-gown pick-up)
- Friday, June 5, 9am-12pm, parking lot (leave with volunteers helping at cap-and-gown pickup)
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Graduation 2020: For Chicago. By Chicago
A live broadcast celebrating the Chicago High School Graduation Class of 2020
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Dr. Janice K. Jackson invite you to take part in the City's first-ever virtual graduation for Chicago's Class of 2020 high school seniors. Graduation 2020: For Chicago. By Chicago will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 1:00 PM. Local broadcast channels will air the ceremony live, and it will also be streamed online.
The ceremony will feature Oprah Winfrey as the Commencement Speaker, Hamilton Star Miguel Cervantes as the Host/MC and other celebrities and stars known to Chicago will appear throughout. Your classmates from across the City will also be highlighted in performances and speeches. The Grad2020 Ceremony will celebrate every high school senior in Chicago, including those from Chicago Public Schools, ArchDiocese of Chicago schools, Charter schools and all private schools across the City. Visit our website
www.chicagograd2020.com
for program updates and more information on the show.
Invite your family and friends, near and far, to watch this special ceremony and cheer you on! Please use the attached invite to email to your network or post on social media so your loved ones can save the date.
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Chicago Celebrates the Graduates of Walter Payton College Prep
On June 8 and 9, 2020, various Chicago landmarks and organizations will be honoring the Walter Payton College Prep Class of 2020 with lights and signs. Be on the lookout for these specials displays at Wrigley Field, Soldier Field, WGN morning news, Navy Pier and more! Thank you to all of the people from these organizations and our dedicated FOP celebration team for making this happen!
We are so proud of you, Class of 2020!
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Principal Tim Devine
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LETTER FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents,
As the end to the school year, and my formal time at Payton, draw near, I want to thank you for the love, care, and support each of you has offered your own child(ren), other Payton students, our faculty, each other, and certainly me. Together, we have built a dynamic place...a transformative place...that provides wonderful time and space for our students to live and grow, and propels them into lives of self-determination, self-less and caring leadership, and innovation. We know it takes a village...always has and always will...and the village of Payton is so special, and is made markedly so because you-the parents-lean into the students of our community to offer so much to nurture them along the journey from childhood to young adulthood. They are so better off because of you!
And to the FOP leadership...now and in the past...it is indescribable how welcome, important, and effective your efforts have been. Without hyperbole, our wonderful community would be a vastly different place and experience for our students and faculty alike if it were not for your steady, creative, bold, and warm leadership.
Personally, it has been the honor of a lifetime to lead this community for the past 9 years. We have built a school of values and equity, of excellence and growth, and lots of fun sprinkled in, too. In my nine years, I have met with, worked with, and enjoyed so many Payton parents. You have stretched my heart, mind, and actions. You have made me a better leader of students and faculty. We have shared in highs and lows, but through it all, we have remained squarely focused on creating a terrific community for our kids.
Payton is a shining star in American education. Yes, of course, there is more to do, because all human organizations need continued nurture and care. I am so excited to see how Payton continues to evolve. I will remain enjoined with Payton's people and purposes, and I will support, advocate, and cheer for this community.
Always...Go Grizzlies,
Tim
Tim Devine, Principal
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Education & Counseling Support Links
Detailed information on the new CPS grading policy
watch this Short YouTube video
from CPS that explains the grading and promotion policy
Information on
school buildings remaining closed through the end of the school year and continued online learning
PICK UP & DROP OFF TIMES (POSTPONED until further notice)
Only come to school at your assigned Advisory time.
Students are welcome to come to campus to retrieve items under the following conditions/rules/understandings:
- Adhere to the schedule. Come to campus sometime in the window assigned to your advisory (either the 7:00am - 9:00am or 2:00pm - 4:00pm windows). You will likely be on campus for only a few minutes. We are creating broad windows of time for the Advisory to arrive to increase the likelihood of student arrivals being spaced out
Education Support
If you have specific questions regarding the 2020 AP Exams, please e-mail
Payton's Testing Coordinator, George Klupchak, at
gklupchak@cps.edu
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Education Links
Technology Support
- Technology Team, Dave Dvorak (dbdvorak@cps.edu) and Ben Xu (wxu2@cps.edu).
- Computers. As a 1:1 computing school, all of our students have a tablet computer.
- CPS Login and Password. Mr. Dvorak sent instructions out to students a few weeks ago regarding their need to rather immediately change their passwords.
- Internet Access at Home. If you have challenges with internet access, please reach out to Mr. Dvorak and Mr. Wu for troubleshooting.
- Aspen Access. Please reach out to Mr. Dvorak and Mr. Wu for troubleshooting.
Community Support
- FOOD: Families may go to their neighborhood CPS school for food packages, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. until Spring Break starts. For the full list of meal sites open, please visit cps.edu/mealsites
or call 773-553-KIDS.
Payton HS continues to be a location to pick up student meals.
Counseling: Social or Emotional Support
Including college admissions, or if you need a thought partner, guidance on other life matters or in light of the recent events:
email your Counselor.
Counseling support in light of recent events
You can also email your counselor directly to set up a 1:1 google meet if you feel better supported that way.
Ms. Abrego - wpcpabrego
Mrs. Driver - wpcpdriver
Ms. Greer - wpcpgreer
Ms. Hudson - wpcphudson
Mr. Ortiz - wpcportiz
If you choose to participate in the Google Meet, please make sure to adhere to the following norms:
*all students will need to put themselves on mute when they enter the meet
*if you have a question or would like to make a comment, put a ? in the chat and wait for your counselor to call on you
*your counselor may choose to facilitate the conversation by introducing a talking piece however, you do not have to feel obligated to speak
*use "I" statements/speak for yourself
Additional Resources for Families
Books recommended by Mr. Devine:
- Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America by Ibram Kendi
- Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closing on Chicago's South Side by Eve Ewing
- Privilege, Power, and Difference by Allan Johnson
- White Fragility: Why It's so Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngelo
- How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram Kendi
- Why are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria and Other Conversations About Race by Beverly Tatum
- Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students by Zaretta Hammond
Please reach out for support. We are here for each other. We are Payton!
If you have more links to support families, please send to
FOPnewseditor@gmail.com. Shared information is subject to Editor approval and will be shared if appropriate in future issues of the Payton Community News.
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FRIENDS OF PAYTON
Opportunities to get involved this month
and throughout the year
VOLUNTEER
THANK YOU to all of the Volunteers that have helped and continue to help Payton this year!
June 8, multiple times available from 10:30am-6pm
CPS Level 2 Volunteer Application
All volunteers MUST have a CPS Level 2 certification and approval from Payton. If you have CPS Level 2 certification from another CPS school, Payton MUST be added to your CPS profile and Payton needs a copy of your Photo ID on file. Bring your ID to the main office or upload it using the link below. Please go to the
CPS Level 2 Volunteer Application
for steps to register. See
Payton Volunteer page
for more information and to
submit your Photo ID.
For questions, please contact
FOPvolunteering@gmail.com
PARTICIPATE
Payton Community Meetings
Principal Tim Devine kicks off each Payton Community Meeting with an informal talk about what's happening at school. All parents and guardians of Payton students are welcome and encouraged to attend our monthly meetings.
Where: Literacy Center (Payton's library on the first floor)
Time: 6 pm - 7 pm
2019-2020 Upcoming Meeting Date
DONATE
Amazon Smile: Support Payton HS with your online purchases
Teacher Wish List
The Teacher Wish List provides an opportunity for parents and community members to give all or part of the cost of an item to enhance a faculty member's class, a department program or any item not covered in the budget. The teachers have provided a list of more than 25 items this year, from calculators, tour tickets, bus fares and textbooks to a new area rug and swivel chairs. Gifts of all sizes go a long way to enhance Payton classrooms and curricula. Be sure to check out the Teacher Wish at upcoming Payton HS events.
Donate to our new
Teacher Wish
by clicking HERE
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Click here for more information about Donating to support Payton.
Thank you
to all of the people working
during the Covid 19 crises on the front line
and those keeping our city safe and running.
We are grateful for all you do!
Need to update your email address? --
Be sure to include student name and year
of graduating class as well as your first and last name
and send to
FOPCommunications@gmail.com. Thank you!
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Follow FOP on Social Media
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2019-2020 Payton Family Directory: Available
Mobile app with contacts
Friends of Payton (FOP) manages the Payton Family Directory, a mobile app providing contact info for current students' families. The app is free and automatically accessible to Payton teachers and staff.
How to Get the Directory:
If you used the DirectorySpot app last year, then the new directory is already on your device - no further action is required. You will note at the bottom of the app a tab for students and another one for faculty.
For new faculty and others who haven't downloaded the mobile directory yet, please follow these instructions:
1. Go to Apple's App Store or to Google Play and download an app called "DirectorySpot."
2. At the log-in screen, enter your e-mail address as the username. You must type in the same e-mail address at which you received this message from FOP.
3. Click the RESET PASSWORD link.
4. Check your e-mail for a message from DirectorySpot with a link to create your account password
About the Directory
- To make changes to your directory listing -- faculty are in the directory, too -- please email FOP's directory volunteer, Tein Atkerson, at tein.atkerson@gmail.com.
- Friends of Payton (FOP) updates the directory regularly. When changes are made, the new info is automatically delivered to all users within seconds.
- The directory is made available ONLY to current faculty and family members of Payton students. FOP does not provide the directory to anyone not directly affiliated with our school.
- Learn more about the DirectorySpot app in the user FAQs
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GRIZZLY INTERSCHOLASTIC TEAMS
Please see the following open coaching positions. If you know any highly qualified, interested coaches, please pass along!
Payton Booster Association
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GRIZZLY GALLERY
News & Photos from the past month shared by the Payton community
To submit articles and photos, send to
FOPnewseditor@gmail.com by the 25th of the month. All content is subject to editorial approval. Images should be sized for social media (2.5 MP or less, Medium size) and articles should be less than 200 words. Thank you!
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VIDEO: Payton celebrates 20 years with "20 Things We Love About Payton"
Green River Films generously donated the time, technology and talent to create this video celebrating what we love about Walter Payton College Prep.
Originally created for the 20th Anniversary Grizzly Gala, the film is a touching reminder of what makes Payton unique and wonderful.
Thank you to the owners of Green River Films and proud Payton Parents, Sam Sanders and John Farbrother for making this film. Enjoy!
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NEW principal for Payton HS
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After a thorough and well communicated process, the Local School Council (LSC) for Payton has hired Melissa Resh of Lakeview High School as the principal for Walter Payton College Prep for the 2020-2021 school year.
Formal Announcement from LSC below
To the Payton Community,
The Payton Local School Council is pleased to announce that we have offered the position of principal for Walter Payton College Prep to Melissa Resh of Lake View High School, and that she has accepted. We will be signing an employment contract with her in the coming days. We have been heartened throughout our selection process by the level of engagement of the Payton community. We have taken very seriously our role to represent all voices in our community and to reach out proactively to make sure everyone is heard.
We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Resh into our community. Her track record of success in academics and instruction gives us great comfort that Payton will continue its leadership position in academic innovation and excellence. She also brings years of experience and dedication to the principles and practice of equity that can take Payton to the next level of our work in increasing equity and access for all of our students and community. Equity is at the foundation of who we are at Payton. Allowing every child the opportunity to reach their full potential is crucial to our mission. In addition, Ms. Resh has highly relevant managerial experience in CPS high schools, and a work ethic and action-oriented personality that will allow her to take the reins at Payton during this difficult time.
The LSC also wants to express its sincere gratitude to all the other candidates for this position, especially to Jaya Miller-Little, our other finalist in the process. Ms. Miller-Little has been extremely gracious with her time as her own school and life have been radically changed, and has been flexible and patient with our process as we revamped it to an almost entirely virtual one. Her talent and dedication to students are truly impressive, and we appreciate the time and hard work she put into this process.
The LSC has recognized from the beginning of this process that we have a difficult task in replacing Tim Devine, who has led our school for the past nine years and created the environment, even while facing chronic underfunding and budget cuts, for Payton to become one of the most successful and progressive schools in the nation. We have spent hundreds of hours recruiting candidates and vetting them through interviews, reference checks, discussions, community forums, and public meetings, and all during one of the most trying periods we have faced in our lifetimes.
Through every step of this unprecedented process, Ms. Resh, through her own words and actions as well as strong support from those who know her both professionally and personally, has proven that she has the experience, integrity, and strength of character to lead Payton. She is more than up to the challenge of filling Mr. Devine's shoes and we fully expect that she will keep moving Payton forward in the right direction.
We are thrilled to speak with a unified voice as an LSC in our support for Melissa Resh as our next leader, and we invite you to join us in welcoming her as we move into our next chapter as a school and community.
Sincerely,
The Walter Payton College Prep Local School Council
Dan Sullivan, Chair
Grace Shin, Vice Chair
Krishna Davis, Student Rep
Susannah Gottlieb, Community Rep
Laura Hansen, Parent Rep
Michelle McGruder, Parent Rep
Forrest Moore, Parent Rep
Jimini Ofori-Amoah, Teacher Rep
Justin Potter, Faculty Rep
Leslie Russell, Teacher Rep
Scott Walter, Parent Rep
Mary Young, Community Rep
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PALM (Payton's Art and Literature Magazine) 2020
PALM is a collection of works created and curated by Payton's Art and Literature Magazine staff for the 2019-2020 school year.
Consisting of over 20 members, the PALM staff meets every Friday during enrichment to discuss and critique art and literature, as well as create new pieces, put together zines, and fundraise for events like the Annual PALM Gala.
Due to unexpected circumstances this year, we were unable to produce the printed version that typically comes at the end of the year, but now can offer the beautiful online version for everyone to access! Please enjoy!
-Magda Saliba, Lola Roney, and Maggie Rivera (Editors-in-Chief)
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Mathematical Modeling Challenge
The Consortium for Mathematics and its Applications (COMAP) is pleased to announce the selection of the two teams (Payton HS and Lake Forest HS) moving on to represent the USA in the 6th annual International Mathematical Modeling Challenge, (IM2C). The teams were chosen from the 283 teams that represented the USA in the 2019 High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling (HiMCM)® contest.
IM2C Teams
Walter Payton College Prep, Chicago, IL
Advisor: Scott Galson
Students: Sisy Chen, Emily Sands, Maya Khurana, Taisia Kalinina
WELL DONE!!!
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In celebration of Walter Payton College Prep turning 20 years old in 2020, F.O.P. would like to recognize all of the Faculty throughout the year for their commitment and dedication to our school and to our students.
June WPCP Faculty of
The Month
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