Friday, October 31, will be another day of learning at the ELC. Our classroom teachers will maintain our daily classroom schedule and incorporate Halloween themed activities during the typical structure of our day. We ask that you do not send in any food or candy with your child as we will not be able to pass these items out to other students. Thank you so much for your help with this.
Student Costumes
All costumes must be school and age appropriate. No look-a-like weapons, blood, gore, or “scary” components of any kind are allowed as part of a costume. If you would like your child to participate in the parade with a costume please be sure to have them wear their costume to school (with clothes underneath). As you dress your child for the day, please also keep in mind that we will be parading outside.
If your family is facing hardship and you need support with a costume, please reach out to your classroom teacher or social worker.
Halloween Parade
Our parade will take place on Friday, October 31st, outside as long as weather permits. In the event of inclement weather, the Halloween Parade will be canceled. Our route will begin by the main door of District Office/Rafferty Administration Center. We will then parade along the sidewalk towards the ELC and enter the building again through door 4, which is closest to the ELC flagpole. Families are welcome to view the parade from any safe place along our route, but please keep the sidewalk clear for our students and teachers. Please keep in mind that we share our campus with District Office so there are often cars traveling in the area. Our parades will begin at the following times:
AM Parade: 8:15 AM
PM Parade: 12:00 PM
Erin’s Law Lessons
Again this year, we will be implementing a child sexual abuse prevention program in our schools as the result of the passage of Public Act 097-1147, also known as Erin’s Law. This law expanded upon previous legislation and required child sexual abuse prevention education for children beginning in pre-kindergarten and continuing through all grade levels. Please click here for additional information.
Visitor Aware System
Any visitor that enters the main office or school building will be required to check in using the tablet in the front vestibule. We ask that you bring along your ID or driver’s license to properly check into the system. Any questions, please contact our main office.
D54 Transportation
Student bus passes will be sent home by our D54 Transportation Office. Please watch your mail for this information. If you have any questions about your child’s transportation you are welcome to call the main office at school or our Transportation Department at 847-357-5104.
Upcoming Dates:
October
10/31 Halloween Parade
November
11/5 No School for ELC Students
11/5 PTA Dine to Donate @ Smashburger
11/7 End of First Trimester
11/24 Parent /Teacher Conferences No School
11/25 Parent/Teacher Conferences No School
11/26 – 11/28 Thanksgiving Break No School
Arrival & Dismissal Information
Arrival and dismissal times are busy here at school. We work as an entire staff to ensure the safety of each child every day. You can support our staff by closely following the procedures below.
Parent Drop Off & Pick Up
During these busy times, please avoid standing under the awning and avoid blocking the doors.
Office Visits or Late Arrivals
Please do not enter the bus lane under any circumstances.
Spirit Wear
Spirit Wear has arrived! All orders have been sorted and will be delivered to your Sprout’s teachers by Monday, October 20th. We thank you for your exceptional patience during this time!
Join the PTA
It’s not too late to join the ELC PTA! We are hoping to reach our goal of 125 members in honor of 125 years of service to students and families. Memberships are $7.00 and sign you up for the ELC, State, and National PTA! Sign up today by clicking here!
Dine to Donate
Save the Date – our next scheduled Dine to Donate is on November 5th at the Smashburger located at 1721 E Golf Rd. from 11 AM – 9 PM. Keep an eye on our social media for more details!
We thank you for your contributed support, and look forward to seeing you soon!
Run to Read
Coats for Kids
Schaumburg Township is hosting its annual children’s winterwear drive for District 54 students, “Coats for Kids,” October 20-24. Donations of new winter coats, snow pants, boots, hats and gloves can be dropped off at the Township Offices, 1 Illinois Blvd. in Hoffman Estates. Contact mrogenski@schtwn.org for more information.
Multilingual Parent Advisory Council (MPAC)
Do you have a child who is learning English? Are you interested in learning more about how they are receiving English Language support? Join us on Wednesday, November 5, from 5-6 p.m. at the District 54 Professional Learning Center (522 E. Schaumburg Rd. – DOOR C1).
We will share information about literacy instruction in District 54 and how support is provided for students who are learning English. We will also discuss how you can encourage reading at home to help your child grow as a reader. Additionally, the Schaumburg Public Library will share resources for your family.
To sign up for the session, please complete the registration form by Monday, November 3. Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, and Japanese. If you have any questions regarding the meeting, please contact the Department of Language and Culture at (847) 357-5150.
Early Learning Center