November 3rd, 2023
Dear Kenwood Families,
We made it to the end of a candy filled week! Thanks to all who came out in the cold weather on Monday night for the Trunk or Treat event sponsored by our PTA. We had a great turn out of families and as always it was great to see you. This coming week we have our Early Out Professional Development and we will be dismissing at 12:50 pm on Monday, November 6th.
Outdoor Recess Temperature
As temperatures begin to fall we want to be sure that our students are properly dressed for the colder weather. Our district policy states that outdoor recess will take place if the wind chill or feels like temperature is 20 F. Please be sure your students have their jackets, hats and gloves as we the temperatures begin to fall.
This past week, the State of Illinois released report cards for all public schools which includes the results of the Illinois Assessment of Readiness for 3rd through 5th grade students from the 2022-23 school year. Kenwood was recognized for the commendable designation. Please see the attached letter and websites for more information.
Erin’s Law
Kenwood School is coordinating services with the Rape Advocacy, Counseling and Education Services (RACES) to assist with teaching the Erin's Law for this school year. The Erin's Law requires schools to teach students age appropriate techniques to recognize child sexual abuse and to tell a trusted adult.
Kenwood School is using the Second Step: Child Protection Unit curriculum in your child's classroom in collaboration with the Rape Advocacy, Counseling and Education Services (RACES). The Child Protection Unit program teaches children important personal safety skills and helps our school be a safe and supportive place where everyone can learn. If you have any questions or concerns about the RACES curriculum, please contact Ellen Schultz, School Social Worker at Kenwood School for more information. Contact may be made by leaving a message at (217) 351-3815 or emailing at schultel@u4sd.org.
If you DO NOT want your child to participate in these Erin's Law lessons, please contact your child's teacher by Monday, November 6th. All students will participate in these lessons unless we receive contact from a parent. Thank you for helping us make our school a safe and supportive place where everyone can learn.
Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Dr. Trevor Nadrozny
Principal