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Facilities Plan Committee presents Board
with long-term facilities recommendation
During the District 15 Board of Education's April 13 meeting, the Facilities Plan Committee v2.0 presented the Board with the following recommendations for addressing the District's long-term facilities needs:
- Build an elementary school for Grades K-5 in northeast Palatine.
- Use the District's Ela Road property to build a middle school in the southwest portion of the District.
- Transition the District's existing junior highs to middle schools serving Grades 6-8.
- Align the middle schools with the high schools their students will attend.
- Close Gray M. Sanborn School, which is the District's oldest facility.
The Committee reported that it considered several sets of options for addressing the District's long-term facilities needs, and determined that these are the best steps for the District to take to meet the two broad goals that guided the Committee's work: GOAL 1: Address the Educational Needs of Students- Provide classrooms for full-day kindergarten.
- Provide a location for intensive services for English Language Learners.
- Address overcrowding issues throughout the District.
- Provide additional classrooms to accommodate potential growth in student enrollment caused by new development.
GOAL 2: Improve the Accessibility and Organization of Schools
- Expand the community school program near areas with families in greatest need.
- Reduce student travel times on buses, and reduce transportation costs.
- Reduce the amount of funding spent on maintenance of the District's oldest buildings.
- Align junior highs with the high schools their students will attend.
- Provide increased opportunity for students eligible for preschool programs.
The Board is now seeking community feedback on the Committee's recommendations. Residents can watch the Committee's presentation to the Board here, view the Facilities Plan Committee v2.0 Report to the Board of Education in its entirety on the District 15 website, and share their thoughts via Let's Talk.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
Last day of school is Friday, June 3
The last day of school of the 2015-16 school year in District 15 was approved by the Board of Education at its April 13 meeting. In planning the calendar, five emergency days are included, and when they are not used, the Board of Education traditionally shortens the school year by any remaining unused emergency days. This year, the District didn't use any emergency days due to snow and dangerous conditions, so the last day of school will be Friday, June 3, and it will be a half-day of classes for Grades 1-7. Kindergarten and early childhood classes will dismiss for the summer a day earlier -- Thursday, June 2 -- and the school year will end for eighth-grade students after their graduation ceremonies. Graduation dates are: - Plum Grove Junior High: Tuesday, May 31, at 5 p.m. at Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine
- Winston Campus Junior High: Tuesday, May 31, at 7 p.m. at Palatine High School, 1111 N. Rohlwing Road, Palatine
- John G. Conyers Learning Academy: Wednesday, June 1, at 6 p.m. at John G. Conyers Learning Academy, 2800 Central Road, Rolling Meadows
- Walter R. Sundling Junior High: Wednesday, June 1, at 7 p.m. at Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine
- Carl Sandburg Junior High: Thursday, June 2, at 6 p.m. at Rolling Meadows High School, 2901 W. Central Road, Rolling Meadows
The District's official 2015-16 calendar can be viewed online at www.ccsd15.net | About District 15 | Calendars.
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 District 15 students dominate
Illinois Mathematics League
Once again this year, District 15's mathletes dominated recent sixth-grade-level contests in the Illinois Math League. Six District 15 schools ranked among the top schools in the 78-team league. Frank C. Whiteley School took first place, and Marion Jordan School and Pleasant Hill School tied for third place. Central Road School took sixth place, Hunting Ridge School finished in 13th place, and Winston Campus Elementary tied for 21st place. In individual standings, 16 students from District 15 ranked among the top 34 competitors at the sixth-grade level: Read more about Illinois Mathematics League.
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D15 students receive state, national
honors in PTA Reflections program
The Illinois PTA recently chose four pieces of artwork created by District 15 students to be judged at the national level of the Reflections art program.  Reflections is a national PTA program that asks students to create works of art based on an annual theme. This year's theme was "Let Your Imagination Fly," and students created works of art to reflect that theme in six different categories: Visual Arts, Photography, Musical Composition, Literature, Dance Choreography, and Film/Video Production. District 15 students whose entries advanced to the national level of the Reflections program are as follows: - Briana W., Grade 2, Pleasant Hill School, for her Dance entry titled My Friend the Wind
- Kelly W., Grade 6, Pleasant Hill School, for her Dance entry titled Let the Children Have a World
- Stella Jiwon C., Grade 7, Plum Grove Junior High, for her Visual Arts entry titled History of Imagination
- Emily L., Grade 7, Walter R. Sundling Junior High, for her Literature entry titled Legacy, Prologue
In addition to these entries that advanced to nationals, the Illinois PTA recognized seven District 15 students with honorable mentions for their submissions that successfully advanced to the state level of the Reflections program. It also also recognized 13 District 15 special education students with Special Artist Awards. Click here for a complete list of all District 15 students who received state and national levels honors in the PTA Reflections program.
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Join the Foundation May 21
for 'Got2Run ... for Education'
 The District Fifteen Educational Foundation is participating in the " Got2Run ... for Education" Fifth Annual Run/Walk to Benefit Wellness in School Children. A portion of the proceeds from "Got2Run ... for Education" benefit schools supported by the District Fifteen Educational Foundation, which has promoted participation in this event since it originated in 2012. Over the past four years, more than 1,150 Foundation supporters have participated in "Got2Run," raising approximately $16,250 for District 15 schools. The race will be held Saturday, May 21, at 8 a.m. in Arlington Heights, and it will feature a 2.62-mile "Micro Marathon' run/walk, and an 8K (4.97-mile) run. Early registrations are accepted through 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 15, and cost $15 for students and $25 for adults. A portion of the event's proceeds will benefit the Foundation. For more information on the 2016 "Got2Run ... for Education" run/walk, visit www.got2run.org. For more information on the Foundation, visit www.ccsd15.net | Foundation, or contact Donna Kennedy, Foundation Coordinator, at 847-963-3160 or kennedyd@ccsd15.net.
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Northwest Special Recreation Association offers part-time jobs, volunteer opportunities
The Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) offers part-time jobs for individuals 16 years of age and older, as well as volunteer opportunities for those who are 14 years of age and older.  The NWSRA provides a full spectrum of recreation services to individuals with disabilities, so these opportunities are perfect for students interested in studying any of the following fields: therapeutic recreation, education, special education, physical education, sports management, physical therapy, art therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, or speech and language therapy. For more information, visit www.nwsra.org/jobs. NWSRA is a partnership of seventeen park districts in the northwest suburbs of Chicago committed to supporting community access to recreation for people with disabilities. It serves the park districts of Arlington Heights, Bartlett, Buffalo Grove, Elk Grove, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Inverness, Mt. Prospect, Palatine, Prospect Heights, River Trails, Rolling Meadows, Salt Creek, Schaumburg, South Barrington, Streamwood, and Wheeling.
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Final Series: Join the Discussion
on the 211 of Tomorrow!
 The final series of High School District 211 community engagement meetings will be held at Conant High School on Monday, May 2, and Fremd High School on Tuesday, May 3. Both meetings are from 7-9 p.m. and will feature the same topic -- Finances & Facilities. Information gathered at these meetings will be used by the District 211 Board of Education in formulating a five-year strategic plan. Additional information, including materials from the first three rounds of meetings, is available online at http://adc.d211.org/communityengagement.
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Annual GEMS Conference introduces
fifth- and sixth-grade girls to STEM fields
 Through its sixth annual GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science) conference, District 211 once again provided a unique opportunity for fifth- and sixth-grade girls to explore the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering before they enter high school.
 The conference was held at Conant High School in February, and area students -- including fifth- and sixth-grade girls from District 15 -- participated in a variety of hands-on activities that focused on engineering, science, and math presented entirely by women.
The entire conference is taught by women, whether they were teachers in the District or professionals in fields such as structural design, polymers, technology, geology, or mathematics. During GEMS, students attended a career expo that featured professional representatives from several companies. From there, they attend five breakout sessions on varying topics.
Read more about District 211's sixth annual GEMS Conference.
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Community Consolidated School District 15
The mission of Community Consolidated School District 15 is:  "To produce world-class learners by building a connected learning community." Producing world-class learners in today's complex and fast-paced world is the single most important responsibility of the district. Schools, teachers, administrators, and support staff work together to ensure that all students enrolled in district schools receive the highest quality of educational opportunities that will not only enable them to meet or exceed state standards, but also will position them for success in future educational and career endeavors. Community Consolidated School District 15 is the third largest elementary district in Illinois, serving a diverse population in all or part of seven northwest suburban communities: Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Hoffman Estates, Inverness, South Barrington, Arlington Heights, and Schaumburg. District 15 has fifteen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one preschool early childhood center and alternative public day school. For more information, please visit the District's website, www.ccsd15.net. |
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Looking Ahead
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March 7-April 22PARCC testingApril 1-May 13
DLM-AA testing, Grades 3-8 per decision of IEP team (alternative assessment test in place of PARCC)
April 18-May 13
MAP testing, Grades 2-8
April 20Free Developmental Screenings, 3-6 p.m., John G. Conyers Learning Academy April 25-May 4Logramos testing, Grades 1-2 (Spanish-speaking students); Grades 3-8 (Targeted Spanish-speaking students) April 30A Night for the Blue Jays Candlelight Bowl, 7:30 p.m., Poplar Creek Bowl in Hoffman Estates May 2-6Teacher Appreciation Week May 2Join the Discussion about the Future of D211, 7-9 p.m., Conant High School May 3National Teacher Day Join the Discussion about the Future of D211, 7-9 p.m., Fremd High School May 5Teacher Institute Day - No Student Attendance May 6Teacher Plan Day - No Student Attendance May 9NWSC of PTA/PTSA Spring Fling - General Membership Meeting and Annual Dinner, 6 p.m., John G. Conyers Learning Academy May 11BOE Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., Walter R. Sundling Junior High May 15DFEF - Got2Run ... for Education - Early Registration DeadlineMay 21DFEF - Got2Run ... for Education - Race Day, 8 a.m., Arlington HeightsVisit District 15's Districtwide Events Calendar
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We count on the feedback of the community to keep the District evolving. If you have questions or concerns, please visit our Let's Talk webpage, choose the tab that interests you, enter your information, and click submit. Your message will be shared with District 15 staff immediately.
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CONNECTIONS is a newsletter for Community Consolidated School District 15 parents and the community. It is prepared by the Communications Department and is distributed via e-mail.
It can be viewed at www.ccsd15.net | Our Services | Communications Department |
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Be sure to check out the latest issue of Home & School Connection. Published in both English and Spanish, this two-page, monthly newsletter aims to provide busy parents with practical ideas that promote school success, parent involvement, and more effective parenting. |
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An online version of District 15's 2015-16 Parent/Student Handbook can be viewed at www.ccsd15.net | For Parents/Students | Parent/Student Handbook.
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Community Consolidated
School District 15580 N. 1st Bank Dr.
Palatine, IL 60067
847-963-3000
Board of Education
Peggy Babcock
President
James G. Ekeberg, M.D.
Vice President
David W. Seiffert, Secretary
Gerald D. Chapman, Ed.D.
David Gurion
Zubair Khan
Jessica C. Morrison
Superintendent of Schools
Scott B. Thompson, Ed.D.
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