LINK
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Quinn Wulbecker, Principal
(847) 357-5300
http://link.sd54.org
Hello Wonderful Link Community!
We are very excited to have begun our annual food drive to support the Mead Food Pantry. Thank you to everyone who has supported this initiative. The food drive will continue through Friday, February 5. Please read the attached flyer for specific information regarding which items to bring. As always, we are continually impressed with the generosity and kindness of the Link community. Thanks for all you do!
Food Pantry Flyer 15-16.pdf
Booking with the Cougars
Students have been working hard this month to complete their reading requirements so they can celebrate this Friday evening (Jan. 29) at the Conant High School basketball game. Students received a flyer for free admission to the game. The sophomore game begins at 6:00PM, and the varsity game begins at 7:30PM. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration will be held on Thursday, February 11 during the time slots of 9:00-11:00AM, 1:00-2:30PM and 6:00-8:00PM. Feel free to stop by the office starting now to pick up kindergarten registration packets. Also, please spread the word to your neighbors who may have incoming kindergarten students for the 2016-2017 school year.
Jump Rope for Heart
All Link students will have the opportunity to participate in Jump Rope for Heart during PE classes the last week of February. Jump Rope for Heart is an activity that supports the American Heart Association and teaches students about the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle. The attached form is available for students to collect donations for the event. Sponsors can donate online or send money with your child in an envelope by Friday, February 26th. Link JRFH.pdf
Schaumburg Parent University Classes
Schaumburg Parent University (SPU) is designed to involve more parents in the life of the school, to strengthen family relationships, and to improve parenting skills that will ultimately result in improved student success academically, socially and emotionally. There are three upcoming evening programs.
Staying Connected to Your Children. Social Worker Susan DeLuca will share ways to increase communication and connections between parent and their children. This presentation for adults only will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Jan. 27 at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg.
Planning a Safe and Fulfilling Future for People with Disabilities. Mary Anne Ehlert, president of Protected Tomorrows, will discuss how families with members who have special needs can prepare for the future. This presentation for adults only will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 11 at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg.
Family Engineering Night. Using everyday materials, you will become a family of engineers who problem-solve together through various challenges, including building a tower and designing a dancing robot. This workshop for children and parents will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the District 54 Professional Learning Center, 522 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg.
If you are interested in attending these events, please see the attached flyers. Childcare will be available. For more information about Schaumburg Parent University and to register, visit our website at http://sd54.org/spu.
District 211 – Join the Discussion
Residents of Township High School District 211 are invited to share their ideas about the future of District 211 schools at upcoming monthly Community Engagement meetings from February through May. The information gathered will be used by the Board of Education in formulating a five-year Strategic Plan for the District. There will be two meetings each month, both on the same topic, to make it convenient for people to attend. The first two meetings will be from 7 to 9 p.m. on February 1 at Fremd High School, and February 2 at Schaumburg High School. Additional information, including a schedule of upcoming meetings, is available online at http://adc.d211.org/communityengagement.
Upcoming Dates
January 29 – Booking with the Cougars Basketball Game at Conant High School (6:00PM)
February 5 – Fun Fair (6:00-8:30PM)
February 10 – Half-day (Dismissal at 11:40)
February 11 – Kindergarten Registration (9:00-11:00AM, 1:00-2:30, 6:00-8:00PM)
February 15 – President’s Day (No School)
February 17 – PTA Meeting (6:30PM)
February 19 – End of 2nd Trimester
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Quinn Wulbecker, Principal Joe McCauley, Assistant Principal