Monday Morning Memo: Monday Morning Memo 9/26/22

The second grade team would like to make a shout out to Misty. You are truly a blessing to us all. Thank you for being so flexible, taking care of all the little things and being a partner in all that we do! You are AMAZING!

Kudos to Sonia Miller for ALWAYS going above and beyond for the kids and staff. From washing out a kids backpack to just giving a hug to a child that’s having a bad day. You do it all with a smile on your face. I’m so lucky to get to work with you.

-From Penny Brown (Lotus Kitchen Staff)

Thank you to Misty Madula and Christine Spittler for their support in 2nd and 3rd grade respectively. They both give it their all each and every day. Misty's enthusiasm with the students is genuine. Christine strives to make positive connections with kids. Both are conscientious and instinctively know what needs to be done.

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Thanks to Joe Fernandez and Russ Xhemaili for each helping a student. You each went out of your way to accommodate when it was needed.

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Thank you to Kim Rauchfuss, who did a wonderful job leading a meeting. You showed diligence by your explanations and attention to detail.

From Mary Santi (Second and Third grade Case Manager)

Victoria Miller, thank you for stepping in to help 2 Kindergarten classes out with keyboarding so they fit into their schedule purposeful play on Wednesdays. We appreciate all you do.

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A shout out to Don, Russ & Kent for helping in the the transition of the library renovation from end of last school year until now. Lots of side jobs and shuffling but it helped knowing we could count on you. :)

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Thanks Ellie for ALL you do!!! it's always with patience and a smile.

-From Kim VanHoorelbeke (Library at Lotus)

Thanks for your skilled response to my SOS! Our team worked swiftly and effectively to remedy the situation. Shout out to Deb Marienau, Sue Pinkawa, Paula K, Nicole Brinkman, and Gayle McManamon who came to my rescue and helped me talk through my de-escalation! And Ryan Lilla who is always adjusting things to work better. Thanks and Peace

And Heather, I really was thankful and impressed by the way our team handled this. I was running out the door after Christian and Nicole and Sue with the walkie talkie were by my side under a minute. It took a skilled team to handle this situation, and we have one!

-From Chris Brown (Lotus Paraprofessional)

To Michele B. for helping organize all of the Amplify materials, labeling books for students, and delivering them to the teachers. I do not know when I would have gotten to it, so your help with this is appreciated more than you know!!!!

-From Stephanie Kaye (Stanton Instructional Coach)

To my D114 colleagues. I LOVE coming to work each day, and it's because of the kids and YOU! Thank you for making each day bright!
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To everyone who contributed for "Likes for Ike"...

-From Heather (Your very grateful and blessed Superintendent)

Please send me your kudos for colleagues each week! I'll happily post them in this section!

Here's a link to all the ideas gathered for the HOW and WHY of the Friz 5...I'll keep adding as great ideas come forward.

Because CLEAR IS KIND, here's some info the Administrative Team would like you to know about classroom walk-throughs:

*We'll be looking for the Friz 5 in action. We don't expect to see all 5 and know that we will see different elements depending on when we come in the room.

*We will stay a maximum of 15 minutes (unless something amazing is happening and you want us to stay or to help!).

*We all have our way of giving feedback. I use a hand print that's a note (and can stick to anything you like!), but each of us has our own style that we're comfortable with.

*If you EVER have any questions or suggestions for any of us, please reach out!

Thanks to everyone who is making sure to do the Personal Greeting at the door. If you watched the Friday with Friz video, you know it's making a positive impact on kids!

I found a couple of lists of questions you can ask and then a great link of "This or That" questions so that if you run out of ideas, you can check these links!

WELLNESS SCREENINGS!

It's time for our annual Wellness Screening Event through NIHIP!

Empower Health Services will be at Lotus on Friday, October 14, 2022 from 6:30am - 10:30am. The event is available to ALL staff.

The wellness screenings will consist of three components:

The Screening package (see attached for more information)
Seasonal Flu Shot
Additional Test Options

Screening package and Flu Shots are available at NO COST to employees and spouses on any district health plan.

Additional test options are available and covered for all BCBS PPO members and on a self-pay basis for all BCBS HMO members.

Employees and spouses not on the district's insurance plan can also participate on a self-pay basis.

For those only interested in the Seasonal Flu Shot, you must register online and select the "Flu Only" option when creating an appointment . Flu Shots will only be provided to those with an appointment.

Registration is now open! Please follow these steps to sign up:

Visit the Empower Health website by clicking here
All participants must create a new account
Complete "New User" fields and enter
client code: foxlakedist114EHS

Flyers will be posted in the lounge at each building.

Please reach out to Maddie Mercado if you have any questions or concerns.

WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO HOLD THESE AT STANTON NEXT YEAR!!!!

I love Brene Brown, and this week she posted a quick 20ish minute podcast that absolutely said it all. If you like her and/or are looking for an "I needed that!" blast, check out the podcast!

Thanks to everyone for your feedback! Erica and Stephanie are sending out Lotus- and Stanton-specific supports, but I'll also post the link to a folder containing them all here so they are easy to find, everyone can see everything, and you're reminded to check them out!

Thank you to everyone who attended the Fall Articulation Meeting. It was wonderful to get to see everyone. If you were unable to join us, please feel free to check out the agenda and to ask any board member if you have any questions or are looking for updates.

Don't forget to check out https://ieanea.org for discounts and other offers available to union members.

Also, if you are interested in meeting with Steve Podgorski, look for a google form sign up to be sent out this week. These will be virtual meeting and will take place on 10/25 and 10/26 at your convenience. The service is completely free and not required.

Have a wonderful week and thank you to all of you for all of your hard work and dedication to the kids of D114.