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Edgebrook Office: ​[email protected]
(815) 385-3123
December 12, 2016
Edgebrook Vision Statement: ​Edgebrook fosters a diverse community of
learners working together to create an engaging environment which
empowers each child to strive for excellence.
From the Desk of: ​Mrs. Reinhardt
Winter has arrived in McHenry! We will embrace what December has to bring
- cold temperatures, warm cookies and hot chocolate, and time with family and
friends. Whether you cozy up by the fireplace or race your best friend down
the sled hill, enjoy the beauty of the season. In the below links, some
students from Mrs. Nicholls class have a few book suggestions for some
winter break reading.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1EfJSyNE9E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15zIi6LPwCc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98MaqvIH9XA
I continue to hear that snow is coming our way. In the spirit of STEM
(science, technology, science and math) learning, I am officially challenging each Edgebrook student
to a “tallest snowman” contest. Email me or send in a picture to share. Happy Building!
Here are some other great resources for winter break ideas.
● www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/article/parent-child/keep-skills-sharp-during-winter-b
reak
● www.scholastic.com/parents/blogs/scholastic-parents-raise-reader/8-tips-getting-your-kids-t
o-read-over-winter-break
Michelle Reinhardt​, Principal
McHenry Elementary Education Foundation Family Bowling Event:The McHenry Elementary Education
Foundation invites all District 15 families and friends to a Family Cosmic Bowling Day at Raymond’s
Bowl in Johnsburg on Sunday, January 29, 2017. There will be two bowling slots beginning at
12:30pm-1:30pm and again from 2:00pm-3:00pm. The cost is $10.00 a person, per hour. A free soft
drink ticket and pretzels are included, as well as shoe rental. Please complete the information
attached and return to your student’s school by January 20th. All students will need to be
accompanied by an adult. Please make checks payable to MEEF. If you have any questions please
contact Cindee Nootbaar at [email protected].
Cold Weather is here. If the temperature with windchill is 10 degrees or below, students stay inside
for recess. However if it is 11 degrees or above students will go outside. Please make sure to send
with your child jackets, snowpants, boots, mittens, and hats as the weather changes. Students will
be able to play in the snow during recess. If you need assistance with any of these items please let
the office know and we would be happy to try and help.
We are a Character Counts School….December: Fairness
District Chili Cook-Off
Join us for our district chili cook-off at Parkland School on Saturday, January 21. Each school will
serve their own delicious chili. Edgebrook needs your vote for best chili and most spirited. We hope to
see you there.
PTO News:​ ​Winterfest is Friday, December 16th from 6:30-8pm. Families can participate in an
indoor snowball fight, winter games, a snowman craft, and more. Don’t forget to stop by our book
fair for some holiday gift ideas. Teachers will have wish lists available at the book fair. Cookies and
Hot Chocolate will be served!
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Birthday Treat Reminder​: ​At Edgebrook we are working on improving our overall wellness of all of our
students. We need the help of our parents! When sending in a birthday treat for the class that you
consider sending a healthy snack, stickers, pencils or even a book to be donated to the class on your
child’s behalf. Snack options include fruit, veggies, pretzels, or goldfish crackers. These will give
the students more brain power for the remainder of the day. We would love to recognize your child’s
birthday in a healthy way!
Parking Reminder:​ ​Before and After School Drop-Off and Pick-Up is a busy time of the day. Please
park along Kane Street in a marked parking spot for drop-off and pick-up. We hire a Crossing Guard
each day to assist students walking along the sidewalk. If you cannot find a parking space please
circle around the block. Do not block the buses – they need room to make the turn onto Kane Street.
We ask that you only pull into the Handicapped Parking Spaces if you have a Handicap designation for
your vehicle.
Dates to Remember:
December 13 - Breakfast with Santa
December 13-16 - Book Fair
December 16th - Winterfest 6:30
December 21-January 3 - Winter Recess
January 21 - Chili Cook-Off