Oak Leaflet E-Newsletter

Oak Lawn Community High School

February 13, 2015

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Turnabout Dance: Saturday, February 28

The Winter Turnabout Dance is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. This year's theme is, "A Night in the City". The event is semi-formal and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets are $10 per person and will be sold during all lunch periods on February 20 -26. Guests must submit a Dance Guest Form upon entry. Remember, take the initiative and ask instead of waiting to be asked!

Parent-Teacher Conference -Wednesday, February 18, 2015

PTC, No Date

The 2nd Semester Parent-Teacher Conference night will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.

As articulated in the Spartan Compact, parent-teacher conferences are an extremely important part of the two-way communication process between parents and teachers. Parents interested in checking on their student's progress this semester are asked to take advantage of this day. Conferences are also a place for parents to tell teachers things about their child: How he likes to learn. What she says about the class at home. How he enjoys spending free time. What she says about other students in class.

No appointments are necessary. Teachers will be alphabetically located in the Spartan and Auditorium Gyms. Parents are encouraged to bring a grade report printed from Skyward Family Access or a list of staff members they wish to visit. Please take the opportunity to meet your son or daughter's teachers, guidance counselor, dean, activity sponsor, or coach.

Language Assistance.
The school will have Arabic, Polish, and Spanish interpreters available to assist parents.

Technology Assistance.
Staff will be on-hand to assist parents in updating their SchoolMessenger/Skylert account, enrolling to receive the weekly electronic Oak Leaflet Newsletter, and creating a Family Access account for gradebook access.

Herff Jones.
Representatives from Herff Jones will be in the Spartan Lobby for underclassmen ring orders and graduation materials.

Athletic Booster Club | PTSA.
The Athletic Booster Club will also be selling Spartanwear and related merchandise. The PTSA will also have membership and scholarship information available.

Smilin' Clyde's Hotdogs.
OLCHS is hosting Smilin' Clyde's Hotdogs in the Spartan Lobby during Parent-Teacher Conferences. Don't worry about rushing home to eat. Come visit teachers and purchase a hotdog in the Spartan Lobby.

Community Resources.
The Student Services Department is hosting four of our partnering community agencies in the Spartan Lobby, including Bremen Youth Services, Genesis Therapy Center, Arab American Family Services, and Serenity Outreach. These agencies provide great resources and support for families.

Oak Lawn Public Library
A representative from the Oak Lawn Public Library will be in the Spartan Lobby to share information on their upcoming programs.

Chicago Ridge Mall Implements Youth Supervision Policy

On February 6, Chicago Ridge Mall implemented their Youth Supervision Policy (YSP) to ensure that all of their guests enjoy a safe, pleasant, and family friendly shopping environment. All visitors age 17 and under must be accompanied at all times by a parent or supervising adult age 21 or older on Fridays and Saturdays after 5 pm. The mall encourages persons age 17 and under to enjoy the mall with a parent or supervising adult on Friday and Saturday evenings.

GUESTS: 1) Guests age 17 and under are required to be accompanied by and remain with a parent or adult age 21 or older at all times after 5 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. 2) Unsupervised youth age 17 and under shopping prior to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings must leave the mall by 5 pm or be joined with a parent or supervising adult age 21 or older. 3) Proof of age will be required for the youth and supervising adult. Those who fail to produce proper identification will be asked to leave the property. 4) Proper identification includes a state issued driver's license or ID card, a passport, or a military ID. The identification must include a photograph, date of birth and be tamper proof. 5) One adult may accompany up to 6 youths. The supervising adult must remain with the youths at all times. 6) Supervising adults are responsible for the actions of the youth they accompany and must ensure they are following the mall's Code of Conduct.

EMPLOYEES: Mall employees 17 and under may continue to work within their store during Youth Supervision Policy Hours. Persons 17 and under must adhere to the Youth Supervision Policy if their shift ends during policy hours. Employees of the mall must be prepared to show valid ID and proof of employment.

YSP dates and times are subject to change by Mall Management. <<read more>>

Oak Lawn Community High School District 229, Oak Lawn, Illinois

Mission Statement. Oak Lawn Community High School exists to: inspire, challenge, and empower students and staff in a safe, supportive environment; maximize individual potential through academic and personal growth; and graduate students who attain the high standards set forth by our community.

Board of Education: Webpage-Spartan-Logo

Matthew Egan, President

Robert Loehr, Vice President
Kathleen Berry, Secretary
Timothy Burke, Member
Stephen Greene, Member

Michael McCarthy, Member

James Melnik, Member

Administration:
Dr. Michael Riordan, Superintendent/Principal
Richard Hendricks, Assistant Superintendent
Joseph McCurdy, Assistant Principal

Dr. Jeana Lietz, Assistant Principal