A big thank you to the Illinois Principals Association and the South Suburban News for highlighting the amazing leaders in District #163 - honored to be a small part of that work !!
AMAZING news to share !!
🎊 MID-YEAR CELEBRATION 🎊
Algonquin families, your children are SHINING! ✨
📈 Writing skills: UP 35%
🧮 Math mastery: 74% meeting/exceeding goals
📖 Literacy growth: UP 61%
What does this mean? Your Prek Little is developing critical skills that will serve them for a lifetime—and they're doing it with joy, curiosity, and confidence!
Thank you for trusting us with your most precious gifts. We're honored to be part of their learning journey! 💙
#EarlyChildhoodEducation #AlgonquinFamily #CelebratingGrowth
🎊 MID-YEAR CELEBRATION 🎊
Algonquin families, your children are SHINING! ✨
📈 Writing skills: UP 35%
🧮 Math mastery: 74% meeting/exceeding goals
📖 Literacy growth: UP 61%
What does this mean? Your Prek Little is developing critical skills that will serve them for a lifetime—and they're doing it with joy, curiosity, and confidence!
Thank you for trusting us with your most precious gifts. We're honored to be part of their learning journey! 💙
#EarlyChildhoodEducation #AlgonquinFamily #CelebratingGrowth
🎒 Every Day Counts at Algonquin PreK! 🎒
PreK families, we need YOUR help!
Our January attendance was 84%, and we're reaching for our goal of 95% attendance. We can do this together! 💪
If your child is healthy, please send them to school every day. Here's why it matters:
✨ Learning builds on learning - Missing even one day means missing important skills and experiences
✨ Routines create success - Daily attendance helps build the habits that lead to lifelong achievement
✨ Friends are waiting - Your child's classmates count on them being there
✨ Every moment matters - At this age, each day is packed with critical social, emotional, and academic growth
Coming to school is one of the most important habits we can build together!
Let's make February amazing! Can we reach 95%? With your support, absolutely! 🌟
Questions about attendance? Reach out to our office anytime. We're here to help!
#AlgonquinPreK #EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #PreKSuccess #BuildingGoodHabits
PreK families, we need YOUR help!
Our January attendance was 84%, and we're reaching for our goal of 95% attendance. We can do this together! 💪
If your child is healthy, please send them to school every day. Here's why it matters:
✨ Learning builds on learning - Missing even one day means missing important skills and experiences
✨ Routines create success - Daily attendance helps build the habits that lead to lifelong achievement
✨ Friends are waiting - Your child's classmates count on them being there
✨ Every moment matters - At this age, each day is packed with critical social, emotional, and academic growth
Coming to school is one of the most important habits we can build together!
Let's make February amazing! Can we reach 95%? With your support, absolutely! 🌟
Questions about attendance? Reach out to our office anytime. We're here to help!
#AlgonquinPreK #EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #PreKSuccess #BuildingGoodHabits
Can you believe it? We are almost 100 days smarter!
To celebrate our 100th Day of School on Tuesday, February 3rd, we’re inviting all our preschool littles to come to school dressed like they’ve aged a century.
We want to see those tiny "grandmas" and "grandpas" in their best vintage gear!
💡 Costume Inspiration:
The Hair: A little gray hair spray, a shower cap, or even a mini-bun with some cotton balls.
The Accessories: Non-prescription glasses, a pearl necklace, a flat cap, or a tiny cardigan.
The Props: A child-sized cane or a walker made of PVC pipes (always a hit!).
The Style: Suspenders, high-waisted trousers, or a floral housecoat.
Note: Please ensure costumes are safe for playtime and easy for "potty breaks." We want our little seniors to be comfortable while they celebrate!
We can’t wait to see these adorable transformations. Get ready for a day full of 100-themed fun, snacks, and counting! 🎈
#100DaysOfSchool #PreschoolLife #TinyGrandparents #SchoolSpirit
Why is Black History Month important for young children?
Celebrating Black History Month helps children build empathy, appreciate diversity, and understand the world around them. Research suggests that children as young as six months notice physical differences like skin color, making early childhood the perfect time to introduce positive representations of all races.
Building a foundation of inclusion
Teaching children to notice and celebrate differences is a vital part of social-emotional learning. By incorporating an anti-bias curriculum, educators can create a classroom environment where every child feels seen and valued. This involves:
Representing diversity: Using dolls, books, and materials that feature diverse characters.
Inviting conversation: Encouraging questions about differences rather than avoiding them.
Celebrating culture: Exploring music, art, and stories from various backgrounds year-round.
from Brightwheel .....
Good morning Algonquin Families,
Here are links to connect with your student’s teacher for class:
Ms. Lendi AM Class
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/tvt-nvft-zpz
Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 440-490-7290 and enter this PIN: 661 358 985#
Ms. Scott AM Class
https://meet.google.com/fom-kswh-rez
Ms. Cristelli
https://meet.google.com/fej-owzi-xuw
Mrs. Pierce
https://meet.google.com/erk-iczt-eup
Mrs. Rowland
https://meet.google.com/scf-jsae-xki
Mrs. Mazzorana
https://meet.google.com/mwk-dtii-nnh
Ms. Keepers
https://meet.google.com/veo-jctv-pro
If you are not able to click the link, please copy and paste.
Stay warm and safe.
Here are links to connect with your student’s teacher for class:
Ms. Lendi AM Class
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/tvt-nvft-zpz
Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 440-490-7290 and enter this PIN: 661 358 985#
Ms. Scott AM Class
https://meet.google.com/fom-kswh-rez
Ms. Cristelli
https://meet.google.com/fej-owzi-xuw
Mrs. Pierce
https://meet.google.com/erk-iczt-eup
Mrs. Rowland
https://meet.google.com/scf-jsae-xki
Mrs. Mazzorana
https://meet.google.com/mwk-dtii-nnh
Ms. Keepers
https://meet.google.com/veo-jctv-pro
If you are not able to click the link, please copy and paste.
Stay warm and safe.
Hey Algonquin Families,
We are preparing for the annual Black History Celebration on February 20, 2026, and we warmly invite families to participate by sharing their unique talents. This event provides an opportunity to honor and recognize the rich cultural contributions of African - Americans. We welcome diverse performances that showcase family skills or traditions, such as musical performances, dance, storytelling, or other artistic expressions. 🎭🎶 click the link to sign up !!https://forms.gle/YSL6gCcBYrsrUDM46
We are preparing for the annual Black History Celebration on February 20, 2026, and we warmly invite families to participate by sharing their unique talents. This event provides an opportunity to honor and recognize the rich cultural contributions of African - Americans. We welcome diverse performances that showcase family skills or traditions, such as musical performances, dance, storytelling, or other artistic expressions. 🎭🎶 click the link to sign up !!https://forms.gle/YSL6gCcBYrsrUDM46
Today at Algonquin Pre-K, while visiting classrooms, I observed students self-selecting activities, building 60+ minutes of play stamina, and using their voices to share "fun facts." These foundational skills are setting them up for a lifetime of success. So proud of our students and staff! 🌟 #FutureLeaders #AlgonquinLearns
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Black History program, “Showtime at Algonquin: Celebrating Black History,” on February 20, 2026! Please save the date and come celebrate with us!
Join us for two exciting shows at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
We’re also thrilled to welcome back the Algonquin Family Choir this year! If you’re interested in volunteering to sing with us, please contact Mrs. Lacy at 708-668-9202 or email clacy@sd163.com
Join us for two exciting shows at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
We’re also thrilled to welcome back the Algonquin Family Choir this year! If you’re interested in volunteering to sing with us, please contact Mrs. Lacy at 708-668-9202 or email clacy@sd163.com
When we think about our children’s health, we often focus on physical milestones like growth and nutrition, but mental health is just as important. In young children, mental health is deeply connected to their social and emotional development—it’s about how they feel, how they cope, and how they relate to the world.
Check out these key takeaways from the Illinois Early Learning Project tip sheet to help your little ones thrive!
Check out these key takeaways from the Illinois Early Learning Project tip sheet to help your little ones thrive!
Picture Retake Day January 9th.
If your student was absent on picture day or you were not satisfied with your previous picture order.
If your student was absent on picture day or you were not satisfied with your previous picture order.
Santa has left the building !! We are so grateful to Toys for Toys, the Girl Scout troop, and Judgement Farm for collecting toys!! Winter break packets are also included to keep learning happening !!
I will post a link to the story as well!
One more day tomorrow- 1/2 day 10:45 dismissal !!!
We wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable break and look forward to welcoming students back on Monday, January 5, 2026.
I will post a link to the story as well!
One more day tomorrow- 1/2 day 10:45 dismissal !!!
We wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable break and look forward to welcoming students back on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Shopping with a Kappa !! A huge thank you to Gwen, Mariah, Britney, Tinish, and the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity for shopping with Santa for 18 of our Algonquin Families!! Also, thanks to Cori for making a house call to drop off a gift card!!
SHOUTOUT to our AMAZING staff who spend so much time INTENTIONALLY preparing and planning learning activities for our littles to get them academically and emotionally ready for the world!!
Our staff consistently implements effective learning strategies across various centers. Teachers are incorporating rhyming activities through songs, poems, and stories to develop phonological awareness.
Mathematics concepts are being reinforced through number and counting exercises integrated into center activities.
Documentation practices are strong, with staff recording student language during drawing activities to support vocabulary development.
Classrooms and Hallways feature three-dimensional projects using diverse open-ended materials that encourage creativity and fine motor development.
Pre-reading instruction continues during center time, with teachers providing individual and small group literacy support.
Staff demonstrate skill in helping students navigate emotional regulation and provide appropriate guidance during challenging moments.
Geometric and color recognition activities are naturally embedded in play-based learning experiences, allowing students to explore these concepts in meaningful contexts.
These observations reflect the dedicated work our team puts into creating rich learning environments that meet each child's developmental needs and make ALGONQUIN PREK CENTER AMAZING!!
Our staff consistently implements effective learning strategies across various centers. Teachers are incorporating rhyming activities through songs, poems, and stories to develop phonological awareness.
Mathematics concepts are being reinforced through number and counting exercises integrated into center activities.
Documentation practices are strong, with staff recording student language during drawing activities to support vocabulary development.
Classrooms and Hallways feature three-dimensional projects using diverse open-ended materials that encourage creativity and fine motor development.
Pre-reading instruction continues during center time, with teachers providing individual and small group literacy support.
Staff demonstrate skill in helping students navigate emotional regulation and provide appropriate guidance during challenging moments.
Geometric and color recognition activities are naturally embedded in play-based learning experiences, allowing students to explore these concepts in meaningful contexts.
These observations reflect the dedicated work our team puts into creating rich learning environments that meet each child's developmental needs and make ALGONQUIN PREK CENTER AMAZING!!
Hello Algonquin Families,
We hope you have a wonderful thanksgiving break! Please click the link for information regarding an upcoming event.
https://aptg.co/T4dKsd
We hope you have a wonderful thanksgiving break! Please click the link for information regarding an upcoming event.
https://aptg.co/T4dKsd
📢 Attention Algonquin Pre-K Families! 📢
Get ready for our upcoming Family Conferences! To help you prepare and get the most out of this important meeting, I have a special message for you.
Watch this video to learn: ✨ What to expect during your conference. ✨ How your input on your child's goals is crucial. ✨ A quick overview of understanding TSG GOLD "in the band" development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with us in your child's learning journey!
🔗 https://share.vidyard.com/watch/EDz8EMRgrj9MEyy1AVQKN7
#AlgonquinPreK #FamilyConferences #EarlyLearning #ParentPartnership #PreschoolLife
Guess who visited our amazing teachers today? 🐾 Bella the Therapy Dog brought smiles and cuddles right before our workshop! Nothing like some puppy love to refill those teacher cups after pouring so much into our littles every day. Teachers deserve all the tail wags and doggy kisses! 🐶❤️ Even our educators need a moment to pause and paws! #TeacherAppreciation #TherapyDogMagic
Hey Amazing Algonquin Families!
Tomorrow is an early dismissal at 10:45 AM
Next week, Nov 24–28, there's no school for our little learners.
We can't wait to see you for family conferences on Nov 24 and 25—a wonderful chance to celebrate your child's growth together!
Our goal is 100% participation!!!
Wishing you joy and gratitude this season! 🍂🦃
🤩 Say "Cheese!" Algonquin Pre-K! 🤩
Picture Day is TOMORROW, November 13th!
Please send your Pre-K little ready to smile for the camera! This is a great chance to capture their growth this year.
Looking forward to seeing all our beautiful littles!
#AlgonquinPreKSchool #PictureDayFun
Picture Day is TOMORROW, November 13th!
Please send your Pre-K little ready to smile for the camera! This is a great chance to capture their growth this year.
Looking forward to seeing all our beautiful littles!
#AlgonquinPreKSchool #PictureDayFun
We're taking a moment to thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you're a veteran yourself or have family members who have served, we salute you and your sacrifice! 🎖️
Enjoy the long weekend with your little ones! See everyone back on Tuesday. 😊
Enjoy the long weekend with your little ones! See everyone back on Tuesday. 😊
