FR News 12/15/23

Message from Mrs. Stamer

One more week and we are off for Winter Break! This past week we had our winter concert. Watching our students stand up on the stage with all their smiles and singing their hearts out is always one of my favorite moments during the year. Performing in music concerts gives so many students an opportunity to shine. There are always the few that catch me off guard. The quiet ones who really come out of their shells, the ones who get up and sing a solo, the ones who typically are very shy, but during this time…they are ready to shine and show you all they’ve got. A huge thank you to Mr. Tise for all of his passion and great efforts that go into helping all of the students have this great experience.

Although we are having spirit week next week and holiday parties at the end of the week, we will still be moving on with instruction and assessments. It is important for students to continue to get a good night's sleep and have a healthy breakfast before school. I know this is a time for holiday evening events, but keep in mind the rest your children need to be successful at school. Have a wonderful weekend and we look forward to our final week of 2023 at Forest Road.

Concert Video Concert Video

Message from Mr. Ontiveros

As families begin to gather for traditional celebrations and seasonal festivities, it can be a great opportunity to share stories passed down from one generation to the next. Whether it's a picture book, folktale, or favorite past memory, storytime is something that everyone can take part in and enjoy.

My family and I have been establishing a routine with our 11-month-old son and we’re excited to see he’s flipping through pages. We’re also starting to see that he’s developing interests in particular books (mostly ones with pictures of food, ha).

One thing to remember is that there is really no wrong way to sit and enjoy a story. If you and your loved ones are having fun, then it's a worthwhile way to spend time together.

Have a great weekend!

School Hours & Lunch Hours

8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Lunch Hours: 11:20 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Wednesday

Lunch Hours: 10:55 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. | Wednesday

Upcoming Dates to Remember

December 18-22 - Spirit Week

December 23-Jan 7 - Winter Break (No School)

Spirit Week! December 18 - 22

Classroom Winter Parties

Please consider signing up to donate items or volunteer for the classroom winter parties. There are still some spots to fill. In order to make the winter parties successful, we need your help. You can sign up HERE.

5th & 6th Grade CPCFRO - Winter Registration

CPCFRO is an athletics program within D102 that introduces volleyball and basketball to 5th and 6th graders. The program's goal is to introduce the basic skills of each sport, get the children excited about playing, and allow for the inclusion of all kids in our district. All the teams within CPCFRO (Congress Park, Cossitt, Forest Road, and Ogden) are coached by parent volunteers.

While we keep score during the game, we do not keep track of wins/losses... the focus is strictly instructional and for the kids to HAVE FUN!!

The winter session is January-March with teams consisting of separate 5th/6th grade girls' volleyball teams and separate 5th/6th grade boys' basketball teams playing 7-8 games. All games will be held at Ogden or Congress Park schools.

Registration will open on Friday December 8th and will have a hard close on Friday December 22nd at 6pm. Each player is allowed only (1) MUTUAL friend request otherwise it will not be honored. There will be NO late registrations allowed. The cost to participate is $40/player and includes a t-shirt. Here is the link for registration: https://www.cpcfroathletics.com/

If you have any questions, you can reach out to our Forest Road Rep, Veronica Sova at veronicasova@yahoo.com.

Folkloric Dance 2024!

Danzas Folklóricas GRADOS 1-6

El estudio de danza, Flor de Corazón, estará dando clases de baile en la escuela de Forest Road empezando en enero y terminando en abril. Espacio limitado. Las clases serán dadas en español.

Folkloric Dancing
Flor de Corazon Dance Studio at Forest Road School. Classes will start in January and end in April. Space is limited.

Classes will be in Spanish.

Fecha de inicio: lunes 8 de enero de 2024
Cuándo: lunes de 3:15 a 4:15
Objetivos Grados: 1-6
Dónde: Escuela Forest Road School
Salida: Puerta #1

Start Date: Monday, January 8, 2024

When: Mondays from 3:15p – 4:15p

Target Grades: 1-6

Where: Forest Road School

Exit: Door # 1

¡Marque su calendario!

El viernes 19 de abril del 2024 los estudiantes presentarán sus danzas y tendrán una celebración.

Celebration!

A dance recital and celebration will take place on Friday, April 19, 2024.

Costo: $50.00 Sign up and pay on PushCoin HERE
Fee: $50.00

Si tiene preguntas comuníquese con la Mtra. Mirándola (Forest Road) al 708-215-6431 o por correo electrónico a mirandolare@dist102.k12.il.us.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Mirandola (FR) at 708-215-6431 or via email at mirandolare@dist102.k12.il.us.

23-24 Bus Routes and Schedule

Car Rider Drop-Off & Pick-Up Guidelines

Guidelines will remain the same as last year:

Please do not park, drop off or pick up on Homestead between Monroe and Jackson.

December Lunch Menu

Before & After School Care Info.

Forest Road offers two different before and after school programs. Although they run independently from us, they are serviced here in our school. Below is the contact information for BASE and Right At School:

BASE: Leanna Hartung - Manager LeannaHartung@pdlg.org

Right At School: Chelsey Mazariegos - Area Manager chelsey.mazariegos@rightatschool.com

Right at School and BASE drop off security reminder:

Parents when you drop off your child off at Right at School or BASE and for some reason need to walk your child into the building, please then exit the building immediately after dropping off. Please do not take your child to the classroom or go to the classrooms on your own to drop off or pick anything up. I appreciate your attention to this.

PTO Corner!

PTO Website: https://forestroadpto.org

PTO Newsletter: HERE

https://mailchi.mp/b05a237370c4/your-pto-news-letter-is-here-15524589

Questions? Email PTO Co-Presidents:

Arlene Avalos: aavalos86@hotmail.com or Christine Zmuda ckzmuda@gmail.com

Talent Show 2024! - SAVE THE DATE

Art Enrichment

Volunteers are still needed for the following classrooms:

Krysa - 5th Grade

Gorman 6th Grade

Winter Break Movie Day - Forest Road Gym

January 3rd 12:30p – 2p OR 2:30p – 4p

Bring your beach towel and water bottle to come watch a movie with your friends over winter break in the gym! Popcorn and water will be provided to all attendees. Movie selections will be beach/summer themed and will be updated shortly.

Adults/caregivers are needed in order to make this a drop off event! We have 12 slots for each movie time in order to assist with check in, distributing popcorn and ensuring a good time for the students. Thank you in advance for volunteering a couple hours to our students and PTO!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848A9AB23A3FAC70-46573175-winter

Order your Yearbook!

Order your 2023-24 Yearbook now!

TreeRing Yearbook Order Info

If needed, the school code for Forest Road is 1014609993964535

Help make this year's book, the best yet by uploading your photos from the First Day of School, Boosterthon, 3rd Grade Bike Rodeo and Halloween!

Download the TreeRing app for your mobile Android or iOS device to easily upload photos!

Community Corner

We are still collecting brown paper bags with handles for the pantry. As a reminder Trader Joe's and Mariano's brown paper bag with handles are preferred.

Village of LaGrange Park seeking Crossing Guards

School crossing guard recruitment. Please apply HERE