Congress Park School

Dear Congress Park Community,

Time is flying! It seems like just yesterday that we were welcoming students into their classrooms for the very first time. Now, well into October, hallways are covered with student work and our classrooms are filled with learners that are acquiring and practicing new skills, collaborating with classmates, and finding ways to make our community a better place to learn and grow. Each day brings new opportunities for learning and connection.

I find myself thinking often about how honored I am to be a member of the CP community. Thank you for all you do to make Congress Park such a special place.

Important Information

Arrival and Dismissal: Please review the procedures and traffic map below in order to create a smooth start and finish to our days. Please follow our crossing guards' directives to ensure that students, staff, and families can travel safely to and from school.

Please note that the entire parking lot will be closed at 8:00 a.m. Students can be dropped off along Madison Avenue on the school-side of the street at the drop off location right after the parking lot.  (Please see the traffic map for clarification.)

Please do not drop your children at school before 8:10, as there is no adult supervision prior to this time.

There is no parking along Madison Avenue; drop-off and pick-up only. Madison Avenue will become a one-way street heading south beginning at 8:00 a.m. each school day and again at the end of the school day during pick up.  Once school begins and once all students have been picked up at the end of the day, Madison will again become a two-way street.  This is for the safety of our children and your cooperation is appreciated.  Additionally, parking along Raymond is not permitted. This is a drop-off and pick-up only.

                                     
Traffic Map

Amy Grieve

Congress Park Principal

Library Books and Policies

Information regarding library books, checkout policies, lost or damaged books, etc., is provided by our Librarian, Kami Spatzek, and can be found here. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Spatzek at spatzekka@dist102.k12.il.us.

CP Clubs

Registration for the following clubs is available through PushCoin. The fee per club is $25 - there is no charge for families with a fee waiver.

Battle of the Books - Grade 4 - Meets Wednesday during lunch beginning October 19 (see more info. below)

Chorus - Grades 5 and 6 - Meets Fridays during lunch beginning October 14

Green Team - Grades 3, 4, and 5 - Meets the first and third Thursdays of the month during lunch

STEMpathy Club - Grades 5 and 6 - Meets Mondays after school from 3:15 - 4:00 starting October 24

Battle of the Books starts soon!  This district-wide club is for fourth grade students who love reading, working with others, and trivia.  We meet on selected Wednesdays during lunch/recess from October-March for a total of 10 practices.  During the first half of our meetings we eat lunch and play games to help us learn the names of the battle books and their authors. After lunch we will be talking about our battle books, discussing strategies for answering battle questions, learning to work cooperatively in groups, and participating in mock battles. 

Please sign up in PushCoin if your 4th grade child is interested in joining our CP team!

More information, selected titles, and specific meeting dates can be found on our LRC Canvas course under classroom activities then the 4th grade button.

Questions?  

Please email Mrs. Spatzek at spatzekka@dist102.k12.il.us or Mrs. Conn at connam@dist102.k12.il.us

Folkloric Dance Classes - Registration Opening Soon!

Registration for Folkloric Dance at Congress Park will be open starting Wednesday, October 19, through Tuesday, November 1. Please log in to PushCoin to register and select the appropriate school and grade level for your child. 

Slots are limited, so make sure to register as soon as it opens.  

Classes will start on Monday, November 7th for grades 1-3, and will run  from 3:15-4:15 p.m.

Thursday, November 10th, for grade 4-6 from 3:15- 4:15 p.m.

EXPO date will be April 21st.

Please check PushCoin at time of registration for more information. 

Our Lost and Found Table is Growing!!!

Attendance

If your child will be absent from school, please contact cpattendance@dist102.k12.il.us. This is a quick and easy way to communicate with the health office about your child's absence.

SHIELD Testing

District 102 is once again offering SHIELD testing for those who consent.  You can find the sign up for SHIELD testing on the front page of the district website - www.dist102.k12.il.us. 

Congress Park Parent Calendar

Congress Park activities can be found on the District website, or parents can subscribe to our Parent Google Calendar.  Follow the link to subscribe.  Congress Park Parent Google Calendar

Join PTO at the Congress Park parking lot where there will be candy, treats, food, music, movie and prizes!!  Please bring cash to buy food and drinks.  Please bring your own chair and blanket for the movie. 

TRUNK PARTICIPANTS ARE NEEDED!

Sign up here

We are looking to collect gently used winter boots starting October 1st!   As you are moving things around and making room for new winter stuff, please consider sharing boots you no longer need with the community.  Boxes will be located in the school vestibule on October 1 - thanks in advance!!