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December 8, 2024
Sunday Snapshot
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Band Concert at Onahan School
12/9/2024, 6 PM – 7 PM
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PTA Dine and Donate- Bob-O's Italian Beef
12/11/2024
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PTA Holiday Happenings
12/12/2024
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FUNdamental Friday
12/13/2024
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Garvy Garb Day
12/13/2024
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Tunes on the Turf
12/18/2024
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Winter Break (School resumes January 6, 2025)
12/23/2024
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Additional Notes
Garvy School Feedback Form: If you would like to provide any feedback, please feel free to use the following Google Form.
Staff Shout-out: Our staff shout out form is back! I want to provide a space for parents to show their gratitude for our hardworking staff. If you would like to give a shout out to a staff member, please fill out the following form. We will share all submissions with our staff. Parent to Staff Shout out Form
Level I & Level II Volunteer Application Process: All individuals who are interested in volunteering (includes chaperoning field trips) must be approved by CPS. Depending on the level of volunteering you plan to do, you will be asked to complete an application for either a “Level I” or “Level II” volunteer.
Steps to follow:
(Please note: It is a CPS requirement that you fall into one of these two levels to become a volunteer)
Step 1: Complete THIS volunteer form for CPS
This form is necessary for CPS to verify you have students in the system and that they attend the school you are requesting to volunteer at.
Step 2: Bring a government issued ID to the main office for verification. If you do not do this step, the process will not move forward.
For Level II, the process ends here.
For Level 1, you must also do the following:
Step 3: After you submit your ID, you will receive an email from CPS which will contain links and information for fingerprinting, background check and TB test. For fingerprinting, please fill out this form and take it to any Accurate Biometrics location. For the TB test, use this form. These tests can be completed at MercyWorks locations. Please note, there is a $20 TB test fee.
Step 4: Email copies of both the fingerprints and TB test to [email protected]. The sooner they receive these forms, the faster your application can be processed. Please note, fingerprints can take 2-5 weeks to process.
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Happy Sunday Garvy!
Be Kind 🐾 Be Strong 🐾 Be Well 🐾 Be a Bulldog
Congratulations!
Our very own Guliana C. had her drawing featured on ABC 7 news. ABC News Picture
Tunes on the Turf
Our annual Winter Concert, Tunes on the Turf, is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18th at 9am outside on the Garvy Turf. During this honored school tradition, Ms. Correa, our Music Teacher, directs the students as they sing and/or play a tune. Our parents are invited to sip hot cocoa on the turf.
Performance Date: Wednesday, December 18th Time: 9am Location: Garvy Turf. Grades Participating: Kindergarten, 3rd, 4th, 6th, and 8th
NEW!!!! If your child’s grade level is not listed above, they will not be performing at Tunes on the Turf. Grades 1, 2, 5 and 7 will perform at our Spring Sing on May 14th.
We are kindly asking for donations of boxes of hot cocoa, candy canes, and marshmallows. If you are able to donate any of the above named items, you can send with your child or simply drop by the main office. Thank you in advance!
Out of School Time- OST
The Fall OST session ends on Friday, December 20th. The signup form for Winter OST will be shared in the next few weeks. The Winter session begins on Monday, January 27th.
Outdoor Recess
Our daily schedule includes approximately 25 minutes of recess for all students in  grades K-8. We will continue to venture outside, weather permitting, so we are asking that students be prepared for the winter elements by wearing boots, hats, gloves, and scarves to brave the weather.
We monitor the weather and will send students out if temperature and wind chill (feels like temps) are 20 degrees and higher. It is highly recommended that younger students (Grades K-1) have a change of clothes available in their lockers. If you have not sent clothes to school, please do so.
Diversity Club December Donation
The Student Diversity Club is helping to sponsor Donation December throughout December. We are partnering with Mrs. Hehn's family by collecting donations in honor of her nephew who would always give his last dollar to anyone. We are collecting items to package and distribute to those in need during the holiday season.
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Non-Food Items |
- Individually wrapped beef jerky
- Crackers and cheese
- Protein drinks mix
- Protein bars
- Granola bars
- Nuts
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- Socks
- Hats
- Reusable water bottles
- Gloves
- Single packaged toothbrushes
- Travel Toothpaste
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LAST CALL: This holiday season go shopping with Gift Cards and support Garvy School! Gift cards are perfect for anyone on your list, from family and friends, to teachers, and even as a treat for yourself!
- Order by cash or check with the attached order form by Monday, December 9th. You receive the full value of your purchase, and the store brand donates a percentage for each card to Garvy’s Adopt-A-Classroom Committee. Cards will be sent home with students by Monday, December 16th. Looking for a card that’s not listed on the order form? Email us to ask! Or
- Order on the Raise Right website or with the app. There’s 750+ vendors available! www.raiseright.com/shop Garvy School’s Enrollment Code: 142ECLB256657
- From the website, download and use the free app to purchase e-cards or reloadable cards.
BAC Updates
Dear Garvy Family,
As I reflect upon the International Night, I am extremely thankful to all volunteers and staff who supported this incredible event. We have seen beautiful art and culture stations with colorful and precious artifacts. The kids displayed their singing, dancing and martial arts skills and knowledge of various languages during performances on the stage. Many hours of work was placed into practice. We tasted delicious food. Many young volunteers helped with preparation.
I really appreciate how we combined our talents and put this together.
Thankful Mrs. Olech, th International Night Committee and the. Bilingual Advisory Committee
We are currently looking to fill one Parent Representative position on our Local School Council (LSC). We are looking for someone who are supportive of Garvy’s vision and will bring positive energy to help Garvy continue to grow. Please note that the LSC meets once a month at 5pm. If you are interested, please read the instructions below.
Step 1: Understand the criteria to make sure you are eligible before you apply.
- Parent Representative: Must have a child currently enrolled at Garvy. Also, you cannot be an employee of CPS.
Step 2: Please complete the forms attached and bring them to the school by Friday, January 10th. We are not allowed to accept any applications after this time. Also, we cannot accept electronic copies. You can find the necessary forms below.
Step 3: Included in the application is a personal statement that you will fill out explaining the qualities you possess to help Garvy’s LSC. You will have the opportunity to read this statement and share anything else you want with the LSC at the January 22nd meeting at 5:00 pm. Please be aware that making a statement at the meeting is optional.
Step 4: The LSC will go into closed session to review the applications. When they return to the public forum, they will state if they would like to fill the open position and vote on the applicants to join the LSC. They also have the opportunity to reopen the application window if they choose.
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the LSC Chair, Janely Torres [email protected] or LSC member, Stephanie Bester [email protected].
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Alderman Sidewalk Letter
On behalf of the LSC, the Principal’s Student Advisory Board, and the entire Garvy community, I want to wholeheartedly thank everyone who wrote and emailed Alderman Napolitano regarding our much-needed sidewalk repairs.
I am pleased to share that yesterday, we received a response from Alderman Napolitano's Chief of Staff. The alderman has submitted a request to the Chicago Department of Transportation to survey the school’s perimeter, determine potential remedies, and assess the associated costs.
Additionally, he recommended that we now reach out to other local elected officials to secure funding. The LSC will convene in the new year to strategize our next steps. We will keep you posted. Thank you again for your support and commitment to our school community.
Support PTA Dine & Donate: Bob O's on Wednesday, December 11th. You must bring the flyer with you and 20% of the sale will benefit Garvy PTA. PTA Dine & Donate- Bob O's Flyer
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS- Thursday, December 12th & Friday, December 13th
Holiday Happenings offers students an opportunity to purchase inexpensive gifts for their family, friends and even pets. Gift prices range from $1-$5. Please place your child’s money in an envelope/ziploc bag. Please write his/her name and room# on the envelope/ziploc bag. CASH ONLY (no coins).
We will have responsible student helpers to assist K - 2nd grade, while shopping. Please discuss prior to shopping, who your child is buying for and how much they will be spending on each person. Here is a helpful guide you can complete with your child and send with him/her on their designated shopping day. HH Schedule 2024
We are looking for volunteers for our annual Holiday Happenings where students are able to shop (cash only) for gifts for their families. We are looking for help setting up, selling items, and taking down the event. The dates will be December 11th for setup, December 12th for selling items, and December 13th for selling items and taking down the event. Any help is appreciated! Please use the signup link to see what times are available.
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1st Annual Super Smash Bros E-Gaming Tournament
Rickover Naval Academy would like to invite the Garvy Elementary school community to their 1st Annual Super Smash Bros E-Gaming Tournament. This will also be a great opportunity for all prospective students and families to visit Rickover Academy and see what we offer.
It will be held next Sunday, December 15 , 2024. Doors open at 10am.
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Portage Crain Counseling Center
Raising kids today is a roller coaster
NAMI Chicago and Lutheran Social Services of Illinois have teamed up to bring a monthly free peer support group for parents and caregivers to Portage Park and Belmont Cragin. Come meet other parents from the neighborhood to share experiences, advice, and even just lend an ear.
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New Aspen Parent Portal Feature: E-Absence - Absence Reporting Made Easy!
Aspen Parent Portal allows parents and guardians to submit and track student absences electronically.
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Go Bulldogs!!!
Love, Mrs. Bester 🐾 🐾
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