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 From the Desk of Dr. Dubec
I was very proud at the Board of Education meeting Tuesday night held at Palos South, where our district's dedication to excellence was mirrored by the awards we were privileged to present. Presidential Academic Fitness Awards were given to 135 eighth graders for academic excellence. South students were also recognized for their achievements in the National Geographic Geography Bee, You Be the Chemist, and Palos South's Young Authors Contests.
These past few months, many parent volunteers have been planning major events for our school district. All who attended the PFA's Sham Rock N' Roll event March 9 had a wonderful time, and enjoyed great music and bidding on unique raffle items. The Foundation is preparing to host a Trivia Night at Trio Restaurant on April 13, so be sure to visit the Foundation's webpage for more information on what is sure to be a fun event.
Palos 118 is committed to learning, and it shows in the consistently high Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISATS) scores our students continue to earn. I would like to take this opportunity to thank parents for preparing students for the standardized test earlier this month by sending them to school each morning well rested and properly nourished. Thank you to our district staff for their efforts during ISATS and every school day throughout the year.
Please note that because an emergency weather day was used on Tuesday, March 5, school will be in session on Monday, April 1. This will enable school to end on Friday, May 31, and not require everyone to return on Monday, June 3. Although this was noted on our calendar, we realize some parents may have anticipated April 1 as a non-attendance day, and may be traveling for spring break and the Easter holiday. Parents may call their child's absence in on our absence phone line, and in such an instance, the absence will be considered excused.
Finally, I would like to wish everyone an enjoyable, safe, and well-deserved spring break. I look forward to the last few months of the school year filled with many fun activities and events, with a renewed spirit for learning.
Sincerely,
Joseph M. Dubec, Ed.D., J.D.
Superintendent of Schools
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Online Registration Coming for
2013-14 School Year
We are pleased to announce that Infosnap, a new online returning-registration program, will be implemented for the upcoming 2013-14 school year.
Look for your family's personal "snapcode" on the back of the registration letter to be mailed at the end of the month to begin the registration process.
Then, visit our web site at www.palos118.org and click the REGISTRATION link. Simply enter the requested information along with your "snapcode."
Please complete registration by May 15, 2013. There is a $25 per student savings if fees are paid before June 1, 2013.
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Facts and Fun at Family Trivia Night
Over 220 Palos 118 students, parents, and staff participated in the second annual Family Trivia Night at Palos South on March 13. For seven rounds of facts and fun, participants enjoyed their own snacks, with other concessions provided by the Palos East Student Council. The successful event was sponsored by Palos South Student Council and raised funds for the Grace and Kelly Regan Trust, The Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation, and the Palos South Student Council Activity Fund.
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Palos South Honors Award Recipients
South Young Authors
You Be the Chemist
National Geographic Geography Bee
The Palos 118 Board of Education recognized Palos South awards winners last night for various academic achievements. Pictured above are Young Authors, You Be the Chemist, and National Geographic Geography Bee
contest winners. For a complete list of high achievers, including the Presidential Academic Fitness award winners, visit the recognition link.
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People You Should Know...
PFA and Foundation Volunteers
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Karen Krown has been a PFA officer for three years, and is now serving as PFA President. Mrs. Krown is married to her husband Ken, and has three daughters who went/attend Palos 118 schools; Krystal, a junior college student; Kelli, a junior at Stagg High School, and Karly, a seventh grader at South. "My favorite part of being involved as a Palos 118 volunteer," says Mrs. Krown, "Is seeing the smiling faces of our students from the happiness and benefits that our wonderful volunteers and programs afford them." Mrs. Krown enjoys spending time with family and friends, bowling, biking, shopping, traveling, and cheering her daughters on at their softball games. She is also very involved at her church.
Favorite quote: "It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a difference." - Tom Brokaw
Susan Manglano has been Chairperson of the Educational Foundation for four years. Mrs. Manglano and her husband Ramon and have three sons
who are Palos 118 alumni; David will be graduating in May from the University of Illinois, Ramon is a college student, and Santi is a freshman at Marist High School. Her favorite part of being a volunteer has been making strong friendships and witnessing the dedication of everyone involved with educating Palos 118 students. "The administrators, instructional staff, board members, and central office staff are inspirational," says Mrs. Manglano, "They keep me involved even though my children have graduated from the district." Mrs. Manglano is an avid knitter and loves the outdoors. She is involved in Our Lady of the Woods Parish where she is a cantor and a religious education instructor.
Currently reading: "Elizabeth: The Novel" by Margaret George.
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