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The Falcon Flyer - Summer Edition

June 27, 2025

Greetings Rondout Families, Friends, and Faculty,

As June draws to a close, we remain energized by the continued spirit of learning, connection, and community that defines Rondout—summer included! Whether students are participating in Garden Parties planting and harvesting in the edible garden, checking out the Turtle Pond, joining Rescue Readers with PJ the therapy dog, or exploring new titles in the library, or meeting our three new chickens, our school remains a place of joyful discovery.

We are especially grateful to our dedicated staff and families who have helped organize and participate in these summer experiences. Your involvement helps keep the Rondout spirit strong and our students engaged even while school is officially out.

Welcoming New Faces to the Rondout Community

We are delighted to welcome Abigail (Abi) Silva as our new school secretary! Abi will officially join Britany in the front office beginning July 15, 2025. Abi brings warmth, professionalism, and a genuine love for working with students and families. You’ll soon hear her cheerful voice answering the phone and see her welcoming presence in the office. Please feel free to stop by and introduce yourself—we know she’s excited to get to know everyone in the Rondout community!

We also extend a warm welcome to Bridget Folliard, who was appointed to the Rondout School Board to fill a vacancy for the 2025–2027 term. Bridget is the proud mom of Jack and Maddy and brings a strong commitment to public education and our school community. She took the Oath of Office at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, and we look forward to the insight and energy she will bring to her new role.

Looking Ahead to 2025–2026

While summer is in full swing, our planning for the new school year is well underway. Please make note of the following key dates:

K-5 Parent Intake Conferences – August 21: Personalized meetings to set the stage for a great year
Institute Week – August 18–22: A time for professional development and team building for staff.
First Day of School – Monday, August 25: We can't wait to welcome our students back!
Upper School Orientation Night – August 21 - For 6th–8th grade families.

You’ll continue to receive updates through our Falcon Flyer: Summer Editions twice a month. These updates include event reminders, reading program highlights, and other opportunities to stay involved.

Thank you once again for being such a vital part of the Rondout community. Whether near or far this summer, we hope you are finding time for rest, reflection, and fun.

Take care...Stay Connected... Keep on Growing...

Dr. Jenny Wojcik

Superintendent

Ms. Elizabeth Davis

Principal

25-26 Calendar Highlights

25-26 School Supply List

Join us for a special Storytime with P.J., our lovable therapy dog, on the following dates from

11 a.m. to- 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 15, 2025,

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Come enjoy fun stories, gentle cuddles, and tail wags!

K-5 conference will be held with homeroom teachers and parents. This session will offer parents and teachers an opportunity to exchange information to best support each student’s educational experience. This two-way conversation is designed for parents to share insights about their child, ask questions and connect with their child’s homeroom teacher. Teachers will also be able to share some key highlights of the year ahead. To ensure productive and helpful dialogue, this conference is designed for parents and teachers only. Please be sure to sign up on the list for your child (children’s) grade level(s) using the link above.

Click here to sign up for K-5 Intake Parent Conferences on 8/21/2025

Our annual Back-To-School Intake Conferences are designed to strengthen, home-school partnerships, provide a meaningful introduction to the new school year, and allow for discussions that support student success. Parents are asked to attend the orientation session for their upper school child’s grade level. Individual sessions can be scheduled by parent or school request during the afternoon sessions on 8/21/2025 between 12:30 to 4 p.m. These conferences are designed to:

.Foster strong relationships between teachers, students, and families
Share important academic and social-emotional insights
Set shared goals for the year
Reflect on summer learning and reading

Evening Grade-Level Sessions

🔹 6th Grade Orientation | 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Parents of incoming 6th graders are encouraged to attend this orientation session focused on helping families transition into Upper School.

Topics will include:

Upper School program overview and expectations
Curriculum and enrichment highlights
Signature projects and student events
Meet the special subject teachers
Hands-on tech support for:
Installing school apps
Accessing PowerSchool
Using communication tools effectively

🔹 7th Grade Orientation | 6:00–7:00 p.m.

This session offers a refresher for returning families and support for new 7th grade students and parents.

Includes the same topics as the 6th grade session:

Topics will include:

Upper School program overview and expectations
Curriculum and enrichment highlights
Signature projects and student events
Meet the special subject teachers
Hands-on tech support for:
Installing school apps
Accessing PowerSchool
Using communication tools effectively

🔹 8th Grade Family Session | 7:00–7:45 p.m.

Celebrate the start of a memorable final year at Rondout! This session focuses on the unique opportunities available to 8th graders and how families can stay informed and involved.

Highlights include:

World of Work field trips and career exploration
Springfield overnight trip
Capstone experiences and the 8th Grade Chair Project
Collaboration with Libertyville High School:
Pre-ACT testing
Orientation night
Marching Band Night (October) for Band Students
National Junior Honor Society opportunities and service events
Great America field trip
Graduation plans and traditions

RSVP / Questions?

Call the Rondout main office at (847)362-2021 or email the following link to RSVP for the group orientation sessions. Please reach out to Dr. Wojcik if you would like to schedule an individual conference. Individual conferences may be requested by parents or at the request of the school. These will be scheduled between 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Click here to RSVP for Grades 6-8 Conferences on 8/21/2025

Join us in the garden to weed, water, harvest and photograph our garden. Activities will vary each week but help will be needed weather permitting. All are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden parties will generally be scheduled in the mornings to avoid the heat of the afternoon and evening.

Summer Garden Parties

are scheduled on the following dates:

Wednesday July 2, 2025 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday July 30, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

This project is sponsored by the Public Works Department

Happy Birthday to all our students who are celebrating

birthdays in June and July!

Rondout PTSA

School Tool Box

New Supplier for 2025-2026 school year!

Orders will be delivered directly to your home. So easy! - Plus for every box ordered, School Tool Box donates meals to Feed My Starving Children - so that's a win-win-win!

*Order through September 30^th under the Ship to Home program.

*There is no order deadline but you will want to order up to 2 weeks before school starts on August 25, 2025 to have supplies shipped home in time.

*At checkout you will see an arrival calendar, be sure you order 2 weeks before the start of school.

*Orders are processed within 4-10 business days and shipping within IL is only one day (they are located in Northern IL)

If you have any questions or problems - please reach out to Laura Fosselman at LFosselman@gmail.com. Happy Summer!