A yearbook photographer was in the building on Friday, January 30 taking classroom and candid photos. We were pleased to sneak in a photo of our own.
February 8, 2026
We heard students who attended the Activity Night/Dance on Friday enjoyed the evening. To say it was a distraction the past two weeks in the classroom would be an understatement. It was a lot for them to navigate. Who is going with whom? and What are you wearing? were constant topics of conversations. Of course some of our students didn't go or couldn't go and that was hard for some understand and honor.
This week students will have the opportunity (if they choose) to create Valentine notes of gratitude focused on our school rather than each other. We will not have a classroom celebration, so no need to purchase Valentines!
On Monday George and Karen, two educators from the Peace Learning Center will return for a "booster session." We will review strategies they've been taught to successfully work through conflict.
Students are encouraged to have a snack in the morning (and afternoon, if they choose) and most do. Recently more and more are asking us for their daily snack. We typically have pretzels to share and our intention is that we are no more than a once-a-week resource. Some of our students bring cold lunch and snack on something in their lunch. Many of our students though take advantage of our school's hot lunch and forget to pack a snack from home. Could you please remind your student to bring a snack from home, if they want to have a snack daily? If you'd like to donate to our class pretzel fund, we welcome your donations! We've been going through 2-3 bags of pretzels each week. Thank you.
Band and Orchestra students are in the midst of preparing for their upcoming spring concerts. Thank you for helping your student remember their instrument and music both on their lesson day and rehearsal day (if they are different).
30 of 48 permission slips are already in for next Tuesday's trip to the UWM Planetarium. Thank you for having your student return the signed permission slip by this Wednesday, February 11th.
We are starting to think about and plan for student-led conferences (March 19 and 20). In the coming weeks each student will gather artifacts/evidence of their learning and growth for each content area and describe where they've come from, what they are working on currently, and where they see themselves going next. It's an incredible opportunity for self-reflection, celebration, and focus. We thoroughly enjoy the experience and know you will too. Thank you in advance for honoring the days we have dedicated for these conferences by delaying any out of town travel until after your student's conference. You'll be able to sign up for the day and time of your choice on February 19th when the link for all classrooms will be shared in the Beagle Bulletin.
We shared with our students that they can/should sign up for the Shorewood public library's winter reading challenge. It will run for the next six weeks and since each student are expected to read 30 minutes each day, their efforts can be celebrated and rewarded. Sixth graders should head to the adult librarian's desk to sign up (6th-12th grade reading challenge) and our fifth graders will sign up at the youth librarian desk (K-5th grade reading challenge). Below is more information.
This week students will have the opportunity (if they choose) to create Valentine notes of gratitude focused on our school rather than each other. We will not have a classroom celebration, so no need to purchase Valentines!
On Monday George and Karen, two educators from the Peace Learning Center will return for a "booster session." We will review strategies they've been taught to successfully work through conflict.
Students are encouraged to have a snack in the morning (and afternoon, if they choose) and most do. Recently more and more are asking us for their daily snack. We typically have pretzels to share and our intention is that we are no more than a once-a-week resource. Some of our students bring cold lunch and snack on something in their lunch. Many of our students though take advantage of our school's hot lunch and forget to pack a snack from home. Could you please remind your student to bring a snack from home, if they want to have a snack daily? If you'd like to donate to our class pretzel fund, we welcome your donations! We've been going through 2-3 bags of pretzels each week. Thank you.
Band and Orchestra students are in the midst of preparing for their upcoming spring concerts. Thank you for helping your student remember their instrument and music both on their lesson day and rehearsal day (if they are different).
30 of 48 permission slips are already in for next Tuesday's trip to the UWM Planetarium. Thank you for having your student return the signed permission slip by this Wednesday, February 11th.
We are starting to think about and plan for student-led conferences (March 19 and 20). In the coming weeks each student will gather artifacts/evidence of their learning and growth for each content area and describe where they've come from, what they are working on currently, and where they see themselves going next. It's an incredible opportunity for self-reflection, celebration, and focus. We thoroughly enjoy the experience and know you will too. Thank you in advance for honoring the days we have dedicated for these conferences by delaying any out of town travel until after your student's conference. You'll be able to sign up for the day and time of your choice on February 19th when the link for all classrooms will be shared in the Beagle Bulletin.
We shared with our students that they can/should sign up for the Shorewood public library's winter reading challenge. It will run for the next six weeks and since each student are expected to read 30 minutes each day, their efforts can be celebrated and rewarded. Sixth graders should head to the adult librarian's desk to sign up (6th-12th grade reading challenge) and our fifth graders will sign up at the youth librarian desk (K-5th grade reading challenge). Below is more information.
UPCOMING events
Tuesday, February 17 || Field trip to the UWM Planetarium
Thursday, February 19 || Conference Sign-up shared via the Beagle Bulletin
Friday, February 27 || No school for students, teachers begin working on report cards
Thursday, February 19 || Conference Sign-up shared via the Beagle Bulletin
Friday, February 27 || No school for students, teachers begin working on report cards
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Orchestra and BandYour student has a printed lesson schedule for the next few months. Lesson schedules for Band can be found on the Band Lesson page. Lesson schedules for Orchestra can be found on the Orchestra Lesson Schedule page.
Students will have their lesson on the same day each week but the time will shift to ensure they don't miss the same 30 minutes each week. Please help your student remember to bring their instrument and music on their lesson day. For many, it's an upsetting way to start their day when they realize they forgot their instrument and/or music. Thank you in advance! Homework and the content pagePlease see our Content Page for specific updates related to students' learning.
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Lake Bluff ExpectationsThis slide deck was created by Ms. French (principal) and Ms. Janzen (dean). We will share it with our students so they know what's expected and can hold themselves and others responsible for their actions.
Our students have recess first (11:15-11:40), followed by lunch (11:40-12:00). Scooters, bikes, and skateboards must be walked on school grounds before and after school. (see slide 8) Smart watches (like phones) must be powered off and stored in backpacks all day. (see slide 9) District Resources |
You can access the Beagle Bulletin here - through the Shorewood School District/Lake Bluff School home page.
Our two room parents are: Sarah B. (Teagan's mom), Lindsey M. (Emilia's mom), and Kathleen D. (Becca's mom). Thank you to them both for linking the efforts of our families and PTO with us!
If you'd like to chaperone a field trip or plan to be in our school during the school day, you MUST fill out the school district's volunteer/background check form. You can access that here.
School lunch is available or families can choose to send their child to school with a lunch from home. Here is the February menu. Additionally, here is information about accessing Free or Reduced meals for your student/s.
Your student has the benefit of coming into contact with many different, deeply committed and caring adults throughout their week. These adults include: Lauren Courter (Art), Dominic Newman (PE), Elizabeth Russell (Library Media Specialist), Liisa Church (General Music), Kim Hildebrand (Spanish), Kate Zachar (Special Education), Catherine Harrison (Student Support Specialist), Nikki Janzen (Dean of Students) and if your student plays a string instrument Julie Nolan (Orchestra) or if your student plays a band instrument Katherine Myszewski.
Our two room parents are: Sarah B. (Teagan's mom), Lindsey M. (Emilia's mom), and Kathleen D. (Becca's mom). Thank you to them both for linking the efforts of our families and PTO with us!
If you'd like to chaperone a field trip or plan to be in our school during the school day, you MUST fill out the school district's volunteer/background check form. You can access that here.
School lunch is available or families can choose to send their child to school with a lunch from home. Here is the February menu. Additionally, here is information about accessing Free or Reduced meals for your student/s.
Your student has the benefit of coming into contact with many different, deeply committed and caring adults throughout their week. These adults include: Lauren Courter (Art), Dominic Newman (PE), Elizabeth Russell (Library Media Specialist), Liisa Church (General Music), Kim Hildebrand (Spanish), Kate Zachar (Special Education), Catherine Harrison (Student Support Specialist), Nikki Janzen (Dean of Students) and if your student plays a string instrument Julie Nolan (Orchestra) or if your student plays a band instrument Katherine Myszewski.
This week's ScheduleIt's an "B" week.
MONDAY: 5th and 6th grade full orchestra rehearsal; Peace Learning Center Booster session TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: Rainforest eBook share with MAC 1 and MAC 2; 2:25 Dismissal THURSDAY: FRIDAY: Optional - (Fun Fridays in February); 5th grade full band rehearsal |
SPECIALS Miller || NORTH GROUP• Monday - Art
• Tuesday - Library (B weeks), Community Crew • Wednesday - Spanish, PE • Thursday - Music, Spanish • Friday - Music, PE |
SPECIALS O'Malley || SOUTH GROUP• Monday - PE, Music
• Tuesday - Library (B weeks), Community Crew • Wednesday - PE, Spanish • Thursday - Spanish, Music • Friday - Art |
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