Good Morning 8th Leaders and Parents. Our 4th quarter Genius Week will begin Monday, March 29th. We are so excited to have partnered with Rich Township School District 227 to provide fun and engaging activities that will feature many of their innovative programs. Please have your leader check their district email account today for the workshop that they are registered for. Some activities may require certain materials such as ingredients and tools for the culinary workshop or supplies for the art workshops. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mrs. Phelps at 708-668-9106 before Monday. Also, please join us Tuesday, March 30th at 5:30 for an important 8th Grade Graduation prep meeting. Zoom info will be on our website. www.sd163.com/Barack Obama School

Congratulations to our six iReady winners this week. The rain did not stop the deliveries from happening and Dr. Grant was able to snap one photo. Continue to keep up the great work.

Attention 8th grade! Join us on Tuesday, March 30th for an important 8th grade meeting. Please see the flyer with additional information. The zoom link will be shared via email and text the day prior.

Attention Families! OLS in partnership with CVS Health Presents...A Dose of Knowledge on March 25th at 9:00 a.m. via zoom. Please check out the flyer below with additional information. A letter was also shared through email detailing more about the program.

Hello OLS! Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. - ENS Alum Chapter will host a Youth Symposium. To register use the following link and select: The Region is - Central Region The Chapter is - Epsilon Nu Sigma https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-youth-symposium-registration-141050980279

Congratulations to our 7th Grade iReady Winners! Keep up the great work as you continue to lead with excellence in the classroom.

Families: Do you know of anyone who lives within the Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163 boundaries with a child/children between the ages of 3-5 who are not currently enrolled in Algonquin's Preschool program? Please share the attached flyer with them...or have them call Mrs. Hughes at 708-668-9202 for more information. There are still a few more spots open for fourth quarter!

Hello Families! Join us on Thursday, March 25th from 6-7 PM for our Virtual STEM Red Carpet Affair. Please see the flyer below for more information. We are looking forward to an evening of entertainment and STEM focused activities.

Attention OLS Families! Please join SD163 on Thursday, March 18th from 5-6 P.M. for our X-STEAM is Lit Glow Party. This will be a drive-thru district family event you do not want to miss. Please see the flyer attached for more information.

Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. ENS - Alum Chapter Youth Symposium Flyer Attached.

Hello OLS!
Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. - ENS Alum Chapter will host a Youth Symposium. To register use the following link and select:
The Region is - Central Region
The Chapter is - Epsilon Nu Sigma
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-youth-symposium-registration-141050980279
Hello District 163, We apologize for the delay in the release of our Black History Program. Please stand by.
OLS Families, OLS March Madness is upon us. Please check out the flyer to learn about our attendance challenge and save the date for our Virtual Spirit Week and Pep Rally! We are looking forward to a new month full of opportunities.

Attention families! Your voice matters. Please take a moment and use the link below to complete our 5Essentials Survey. Once you access the link, select parent survey, preferred language, add your email and additional information before advancing to questions. If you need any support, please contact the school. Parent Survey Link: ttps://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/

Attention families! Please see the attached flyer with the updated date for our district-wide Virtual Black History Program. The YouTube link will be shared prior to the event.

Virtual Black History Presentation!!!
Join us on Wednesday, February 24th at 7 pm for our virtual program "Stand Up - A Festival of Oratory Excellence".
YouTube link will be on the school and district website before 7 pm on February 24th.

Attention 8th Grade Families! Please mark your calendar to learn more about Rich 227 IB (MYP) Program. The event will take place on February 18th. Please see the flyer for more information.

8th Grade Leaders! It's almost Wardrobe Wednesday! Make sure you wear your white shirt, pearls and ties every Wednesday as we continue to Elevate Your Leadership through engaging and innovative virtual activities. We are excited to kick things off tomorrow! Do not forget to take a selfie.

Congratulations to our 2nd Quarter Honor Roll Recipients. Please enjoy our video honoring Principal, High Honor and Honor Roll students for 2nd quarter. Keep up the good work!!!
https://youtu.be/YCR_OHMQahk

Parents,
Reminder to come pick up books, materials and supplies for your student Monday - Thursday, 2/8 - 2/11 from 8:30 am - 4 pm for 3rd quarter. Come to door 1 at Barack Obama School.
If you have questions, please call 708-668-9100.
Have a great weekend and stay safe!!
