A Letter from Dr. Haack

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Dear Townline Families,

I hope that this letter finds you healthy and well!  

TEACHER ASSIGNMENTS are now available in PowerSchool.  Click here to view directions for accessing PowerSchool.  Your child’s teacher will be hosting a VIRTUAL MEET & GREET on FRIDAY, AUG 28th.  More specific information about this event will be coming soon!

Also, please remember to look for the technology survey from the district today!  This survey will provide important information to Townline regarding students who need devices to begin remote learning on August 31st.  

If you have found any library books that were not turned in at the end of the 2019-2020 school year, please drop them off in the bin located outside of the Dual Language main door Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 am-3 pm. 

As always, if you have any questions, please email me at haackj@hawthorn73.org or call the main office at 847.990.4901. 

Stay well!

Dr. Haack

Welcome Back Messenger Letter from Dr. Haack

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Dear Townline Families: 

The 2020-2021 school year has arrived!  I hope you and your family are safe and well!  Thank you so much for your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we prepare for the unique start to this school year.   The entire Hawthorn staff have been working extremely hard to get our  remote learning environment ready for the beginning of the school year.  Below are some important dates to note.  

First Day of School

The first day of student attendance is Monday, August 31st. 

The school day begins at 8:50 am and concludes at 3:05 p.m.

Please click here for a revised 2020-2021 school year calendar.

Teacher Assignments

On Monday, August 17th, you will be able to log in to PowerSchool and access your child’s teacher assignment.  Click here to view directions for accessing PowerSchool.  Your child’s teacher will be hosting a virtual meet and greet on Friday, August 28th.  More information about this event will be coming soon!

Technology

An important survey will be emailed from the district technology department on Monday, August 17th regarding technology needs for your child(ren).  Please note, you may need to check your spam folder/junk mail folder as the first few messages could be directed to one of those folders. 

Device and Take-Home Bag Pick-Up

Student device and take-home bag pick-up will take place on Wednesday, August 26th and Thursday, August 27th.  Specific pick-up times and details will be shared soon!

We are looking forward to another wonderful school year!  Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or needs.   Feel free to check our district website for updates as well.  

Warm regards,

Dr. Jennifer Haack

haackj@hawthorn73.org

847.990.4911

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All Students Read Together on Read Across America Day

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In celebration of Read Across America Day, all students at Townline and the School of Dual Language dropped everything and read for half an hour beginning at 9:05 a.m. on Friday, March 6. For the kindergarten and first grade classrooms, fourth and fifth grade students read to the students. Read Across America Day is an annual observance inaugurated by the NEA (National Education Association). It is held in recognition of Dr Seuss’ birthday.

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Volunteers Needed!

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Dear Townline Parents,

Volunteers are greatly needed for both the book fair and Art Adventure.  Please click the links below to volunteer.  No experience is necessary!

Book Fair

Art Adventure

Thank you for all you do to help make these events possible for our students!

Warm regards,


Dr. Haack

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Sick Day Guidelines

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To help prevent the spread of illness, the Lake County Health Department provides guidelines to help with your decision on whether or not to send your child to school. Sometimes it can be challenging to make the right choice.

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Students Earn Awards at Science Olympiad

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Townline students did an amazing job at the Elementary Science Olympiad Regional that was held at Hawthorn Middle School South on Saturday.

Crimebusters – 1st place
Fossil Frenzy – 3rd place
Trajectory – 4th place
Wild Weather – 4th place

Congratulations to the students, coaches and volunteers!

News From Dr. Haack

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Hello Townline Families,

Here are a few time sensitive updates for the upcoming weeks!

Early Release Day

Tomorrow, February 6 is an early release day.  Students will be dismissed at 12:20 pm. If your child’s transportation plan changes due to the early release, please contact the office via phone, email or note.

Wear Red Day

Students are encouraged to wear red on Friday, February 7 for the American Heart Association.  Please check out the flyer here for more information about how you can support the Kids Heart Challenge.

Yearbook Sales Final Round

This is your last chance to order a yearbook for your child.  Yearbooks are $14. Check out the flyer here.  All orders need to be in by Friday, February 7.  

Family Bingo Night

Family Bingo Night is scheduled for February 21.  Here is the flyer with the details.  Look for a paper copy coming home in your child’s backpack this week. 

Dates to Remember

Thursday, February 6: Early Release at 12:20 pm

Thursday, February 6: Science Olympiad competition at 6:00 pm

Friday, February 7: Yearbook orders are due

Friday, February 7: Wear red day

Monday, February 17: No School

Friday, February 21: Family Bingo Night/Book Fair at 6:30 pm

Thursday, February 27: Parent Teacher Conferences PM (Regular attendance day)

Friday, February 28: No School (Parent Teacher Conferences)

Monday, March 2: No School

Warm regards,

Dr. Haack

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Steps in a Process

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Students in Mrs. Sabin’s second grade class at Townline Elementary learned about the steps and process needed to make candy canes.

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A Letter from Dr. Haack

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Dear Townline families,

I hope you are enjoying the milder weather and sunshine.  Here are a few updates!

Early Release Day

This Thursday, February 6, is an early release day.  Students will be dismissed at 12:20 pm. If your child’s transportation plan changes due to the early release, please contact the office via phone, email or note.

Help Needed

The physical education department is looking for helpers for our upcoming climbing and gymnastics unit.  Please check out the sign-up here. 

Assessment Reports

In case you missed it, mid year assessment reports have been added to the parent portal in PowerSchool.  Please click these instructions (English or Spanish) to learn how to access your child’s assessment reports via the PowerSchool Parent Portal. If you would prefer to receive a paper copy of your child’s assessment reports, please contact our office at 847.990.4901.

BINGO night

In conjunction with the Hawthorn PTO book fair, Townline and Dual Language will be hosting a bingo night.  Please join us for games, fun and prizes. The event will be February 21 from 6:30-8:00 pm in the west gym. 

Girls on the Run

Calling all 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls!  Girls on the Run sign up is underway.  Please click here for more information about the program and how to sign your daughter up.

The 2020 Variety Show

Here’s your child’s chance to be a star! The Hawthorn PTO Variety Show is a talent show comprised of dancing, singing, playing musical instruments, gymnastics routines, comedy routines, magic,  and much more. The sky’s the limit! Please encourage your child to come and share their talent with friends and family. Sign up on the PTO website by February 24.

Dates to Remember

Thursday, February 6: Early Release at 12:20 pm

Thursday, February 6: Science Olympiad competition at 6:00 pm

Monday, February 17: No School

Friday, February 21: Family Bingo Night/Book Fair at 6:30 pm

Thursday, February 27: Parent Teacher Conferences PM (Regular attendance day)

Friday, February 28: No School (Parent Teacher Conferences)

Monday, March 2: No School

Warm regards,

Dr. Jennifer Haack