April 21, 2010 - Kaneland District 302

The weekly newsletter of the Kaneland School District
District News
April 21, 2010
In this issue:
District News
Budget Resolution
Retirees To Be Honored
School News
KBK Roller Skates
KHS Seniors Non-Attendance
Days
KSS Open House
KST PTO Clothing Sale
KST Running Club
Attachments
HMS Musical Flyer
Maple Park Library
Fundraiser
SG Park District Kindergarten
Art Class
KYS Crusaders Tryouts
FV Youth Football
Jazzercise Fundraiser
Web Links
Kaneland D302
High School
Middle School
Blackberry Creek
John Shields
John Stewart
McDole
Fox Valley Career Center
KCN Archive
Budget Update - It was announced at
the Board of Education Meeting on
April 12th, as a result of the
conversations between the Kaneland
Education Association and the
District, the KEA has agreed to freeze their salaries for the 20102011 school year. This will result in a savings of 1.1 million
dollars from next year’s budget.
Efforts on the part of KEA and the district allow for more
manageable elementary, middle school and high school class
sizes as well as the restoration of all middle school and high
school sports, clubs and activities. Additionally, the 30 teaching
positions that needed to be reduced in Phase II budget
reductions will be preserved.
Please listen to Dr. Schuler’s podcast for complete details. The
podcast, transcript and an updated spreadsheet with the final
budget cuts can be found on our website.
http://www.kaneland.org/d302/about/?sect=61
Retirement Reception – Kaneland CUSD 302 would like to invite
you to a retirement reception for Superintendent McCormick
and Mrs. Sharon Sabin, Administrative Assistant to the
Superintendent. The reception will
be held on May 10, from 6:00 pm –
7:00 pm. Following the reception
will be the Board of Education
meeting which will honor staff
retirees.
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School News
Blackberry Creek Is On a Roll! - Once again,
Blackberry Creek's annual skating unit has begun.
Skating provides a variety of benefits, which include
balance, coordination, motor skills, and a top-rated
cardio-endurance workout. Students also learn
basic skating skills such as starting, stopping,
forward skating, backward skating, cornering, and a
number of safety tips for being a smart skater.
Seniors - Non-Attendance Days (April 28 and 29) - Wednesday, April
28, and Thursday, April 29, will be non-attendance days for seniors
due to sophomore PLAN and junior PSAE testing. The staff and
administration recommend that seniors use these two days to do
college visitations or to complete any other post-secondary
transitional activities. For further information, please contact Diane
McFarlin at (630) 365-5100, ext. 208. Thank you.
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John Shields Spring Open House - Our Spring Open House will
be Thursday, April 22, 2010 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. We
encourage all parents to attend the open house. You will be
receiving registration information for the 2010-2011 school year.
The book fair will also be open.
John Stewart PTO To Hold Clothing Sale - Kaneland John Stewart will be having their Spring and
Summer Clothing Sale on Friday, April 23 from 6-9 pm and Saturday, April 24 from 9 am-12 noon.
Items with a green or yellow tag are 1/2 price on Saturday, April 24 from 11 am-12 noon. Strollers
and children are welcome during the sale.
The sale is located in the gym of Kaneland John Stewart, 817
Prairie Valley Drive, Elburn. Items for sale will be gently used
children clothing; girls sizes birth-juniors and boys sizes birthsize 20. Other items for sale will be baby equipment, strollers,
bedding, room decor, bikes, sporting equipment and shoes,
outdoor equipment, books, games, toys, shoes, jewelry, CD's,
DVD's, puzzles and much more.
We are also collecting gym shoes, sporting equipment/uniforms and jeans for local charities in our
community. You are welcome to bring any of the above items to the sale to donate. You do not
need to be a seller to donate items. Boxes will be available in the gym for you to drop off any
items you have.
If you have any questions about the sale, please contact: Michelle Klecka at 630-365-1518 or
Laura Molitor at 630-365-9221.
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John Stewart Students Take Off Running! - Students at John Stewart Elementary had
the opportunity to sign up for Mrs. Ogden's after school Running Club this spring. This
was a four week fitness program that taught participants the fundamentals of running
(such as pacing, breathing, stretching, and increasing distance) as they trained for a 5K
race. At the end of the four weeks, the club members ran in the Dewey Dash, which
benefits the Town and Country Public Library in Elburn!
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And in closing…
One day at a time--this is enough. Do not look back and grieve over the past for it is gone; and do
not be troubled about the future, for it has not yet come. Live in the present, and make it so
beautiful it will be worth remembering. - Author Unknown
School Abbreviations
KHS – Kaneland High School
HMS – Kaneland Harter Middle School
KBK – Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School
KME – Kaneland McDole Elementary School
KSS – Kaneland John Shields Elementary School
KST – Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School
FVCC – Fox Valley Career Center
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VISION
Building Foundations
Pursuing Excellence
Learning for a Lifetime
Kaneland
MISSION
The mission of Kaneland Community Unit School District #302 is to
guide and challenge all students to acquire the knowledge, skills
and values that will enable them to contribute to and successfully
participate in a diverse, democratic society. Our mission will be
accomplished through a continued partnership of students, district
personnel, parents and other community members.
Kaneland Harter Middle School
Proudly Presents
Schoolhouse Rock Live! is one of musical theatre’s brightest and most innovative shows. Based on the
Emmy Award-winning 1970’s educational cartoon series, Schoolhouse uses a wide array of musical
styles to teach grammar, math, science, history, social studies, and political science while telling the
story of Tom, a young teacher nervously anticipating his first day on the job. Originally produced by
Theatre BAM at Café Voltaire in Chicago, Schoolhouse has quickly become a favorite of the stage as
well as television.
Presented at Kaneland Harter Middle School, a cast of over 50 students, a crew of 20 more, and several
faculty members combine forces to provide a wonderful night of entertainment!
Friday, April 30
and Saturday, may 1
7:00 PM
Sunday, May 2
2:00 PM
KHMS Cafetorium
$2.00 Students, $4.00 Adults
Join the Maple Park Friends of the Library
for a “Books and Breakfast” fundraising breakfast
On April 25, 2010
We will be serving breakfast from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at
the American Legion Hall on Main Street in Maple Park.
Ages 4 and up are $5.00
Under 4 is free!!
In addition to our breakfast, we’ll be having a silent auction with
items from local merchants!
Come on out and support your local library!!!
Feel free to contact the library with any questions…see you there!
Sugar Grove Park District
Calling All
Kindergarteners:
Glitter, Glop and Glue
- A Class Just For You
We are making a mess, creating some funky artwork to take home
as well as singing and playing games that are sure to pep up your
day and put a smile on your face. Dress for mess and wear gym
shoes for our game time. If weather is nice, we will be outside in
the pavilion area.
Session 1: Wednesday, May 12th, 9-10 am
Session 2:
2 Wednesday, May 12th 1-2 pm
Fee: $10 Deadline: May 5th
Location: Prairie Building
CURRENT KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS ONLY PLEASE.
Parents do not need to stay with their child. Just leave your cell phone # and pick your child up on time.
Classes are cancelled one week prior to start date if minimum number is not met.
This class is run through the Sugar Grove Park district and taught by Jan Ray.
Sugar Grove
Park District
61 Main Street
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Office Hours: M-F 9am-4pm
24 hour drop box
Phone: 630-466-7436
Fax: 630-466-8675
www.sgparks.org
Earn an early bird incentive
by registering before
April 28, 2010.
Please do not return
form to the school. All
registration forms must
be sent to the park
district. You may also
choose to register online
at www.sgparks.org.
KYSO’s Crusader Soccer Club Tryouts for Fall 2010 and Spring 2011
If you are a serious
soccer player, join us
at the Crusaders S.C.
tryouts.
Tryout Dates: June 1st & 2nd 2010
Tryout registration – Tuesday, June st
5:00 pm. to 5:30 pm.
Player Tryouts –
5:30 pm. to 7:00 pm.
Tryout registration – Wednesday, June 2nd
4:00 pm. to 4:30 pm.
Player Tryouts –
4:30 pm. to 6:00 pm.
Where: Kaneland High School, east of
auditorium. (KYSO Fields)
What to Bring:
Shin guards under socks
Water or sports drink
Soccer cleats or tennis shoes
No Baseball Cleats
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We offer a local
opportunity to play at
a higher level of
competitive soccer
2010 FALL TEAMS
U-10 Girls
Age Requirements: 8/1/00 or later
or 8/1/01 to play up one year
U-11 Boys
Age Requirements: 8/1/99 or later
or 8/1/00 to play up one year
U-11 Girls
Age Requirements 8/1/99 or later
or 8/1/00 to play up one year
U-12 Girls
Age Requirements 8/1/98 or later
or 8/1/99 to play up one year
U-14 Boys
Age Requirements 8/1/95 or later
or 8/1/96 to play up one year
KYSO Soccer Club is always looking to
add new teams. If you or someone you
know is interested in coaching.
Please contact: Director of Club Soccer,
Mike Northrop at
MNorthrop@finishline.com or
312-504-6453
All players must have a signed tryout/medical release form (Back of this flyer) to attend the Crusaders tryouts.
Or please download and fill out a Crusaders medical release form from our website www.kanelandyouthsoccer.com then click Forms &
Policies tab, then Crusader Tryout/medical release form.
Travel practices will be 2-3 days a week with games on Sundays and possible Saturday. Away games will be around the Chicago-land area.
Cost $250.00 per player for Fall league and $150.00 for the Spring league. Plus $50.00 uniform cost if you are a new player. (This fee
includes home and away uniforms).
Most Clubs charge for the whole year even if you only play in one season. KYSO Soccer Club encourages players to be part of the team for
both the fall and spring. We do understand, however, that some young players may want to participate in other sports. So KYSO will only
charge fees for the league season in which your son/daughter participates.
Participating in KYSO Soccer club tryouts does not register you to play, nor does it bind you to our particular Club or Team. The
Coach(es) shall contact players within 24 hours after the final tryouts with their decision.
For additional information/ questions or if you are interested in coaching a new team, please email a Club/Team representative or contact
Mike Northrop at MNorthrop@finishline.com or 312-504-6453
Please check our web site for tryout updates: www.kanelandyouthsoccer.com then click News.
Crusaders S.C. ONLY
Age group:
Crusaders Soccer Club
KYSO Ltd. Open Tryout Registration/
Medical Release Form
F Boys
F Girls
Tryout #
PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
BIRTH DATE
PLAYERS NAME
ADDRESS
PHONE #
CITY
STATE
ZIP
FATHER
MOTHER’S NAME
First & Last
First & Last
EMAIL ADDRESS:
SCHOOL GRADE (in the FALL)
My child/ward has permission to participate in the Kaneland Youth Soccer Org. Ltd. Crusaders Soccer
Club open tryouts.
I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in the program,
and I agree to assume the full risk of any such injuries, damages or loss regardless of severity which I or
my child/ward may sustain as a result of participating in any activities connected or associated with any
such program. I waive and relinquish all claims I or my child/ward may have against the Kaneland Youth
Soccer Org. Ltd. and its officers, agents, servants, employees, volunteers, sponsor groups, and entities
providing fields to the association from any and all claims from injuries, damage, or loss which I or my
child/ward may have or which may accrue to me or my child/ward on account of my participation or the
participation of my child/ward in the program. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend
the Kaneland Youth Soccer Org. Ltd. Travel Crusaders and its officers, agents, servants, employees and
volunteers from any and all claims resulting from injuries, damages, and losses sustained by me or by my
child/ward and anyone connected with or in any way associated with the activities of the program. I have
read and fully understand the program details and waiver and release of all claims. I understand that my
own health and accident insurance are my financial protection in the event of injury to my soccer playing
child/ward
As a parent/legal guardian, I do herewith authorize the treatment by a qualified and licensed medical
doctor of the above named minor in the event of a medical emergency which in the opinion of the
attending physician, may endanger his or her life, cause disfigurement, physical impairment, or undue
discomfort if delayed. This authority is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me.
SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN
RELATIONSHIP TO MINOR
NAME OF OTHER CONTACT IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
DATE
CELL PHONE
PHONE
Kaneland Youth Soccer Organization
2010 Fall Player Registration Information
You should join KYSO if:
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You just want to have FUN playing soccer
You want to learn the game
You are developing interest and enthusiasm for the game
You know you want to play soccer in the fall.
Fall Registraton will be entirely online ANYTIME until June 16, 2010
[Late registration for an additional $20 between June 17 and July 4, 2010]
Open registration for players from Aurora/Montgomery to DeKalb,
and Big Rock/Hinckley to Virgil
Fall Season August 21st through October 23rd
For ages 4 to 17 - Players must be 4 or less than 17 by Aug 1, 2010
KYSO philosophy:
• Everyone plays / balanced teams
• Open registration for Northern Illinois region.
• Positive Coaching methods & training
• Good sportsmanship on & off the field.
We need coaches in order to field teams!
Consider coaching your child’s team. Support &
training will be provided.
Sign up to coach through your players’ registration
process or contact Maura Rego, Director of
Coaching 630-365-6310 or livelife@foxvalley.net
Fall Recreational Cost & Sign up
First player —$75.00
Each Additional player —$70.00
Includes: Jersey, shorts & socks
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Chicago Fire tickets available through KYSO
Registration!! Join us at Toyota Park on
Saturday, September 25th to watch the Fire take
on the Seattle Sounders at 7 pm!
• $15 for KYSO players, includes 15-minute
mini-game on the field before the Fire
game!
• Accompanying adult ticket $20
TOP Soccer for Special Needs Players -- COST: $25
Open Registration for players ages 5 to 16. Participants play with Buddy assistance.
Register online, at the fields, or during the rec signup times.
For more information contact Tracy Schilling at rlstls2255@sbcglobal.net
Fall Registration DEADLINE: June 16, 2010
Register online: www.kanelandyouthsoccer.com
KYSO Recreational Questions???
Chris Galor, Registrar 630-466-5886 or c.galor@mchsi.com
Sean Carmody, Director of Recreational Soccer 630-466-3744 or scarm134@mchsi.com
2112 W. Galena Blvd. Suite 8-332, Aurora, IL 60506
www.foxvalleygatorsyfl.com
NO TRYOUTS!
NO CUTS! NO WAIT LIST!
Season begins August 2nd!
FOR BOYS AND GIRLS AGES 5-15* RESIDING IN THE TOWNS OF:
AURORA, BATAVIA, NORTH AURORA, MONTGOMERY, SUGAR
GROVE, YORKVILLE AND SURROUNDING FOX VALLEY
COMMUNITIES.
Registration Dates: March 27, 2010;April 24th; May 2nd & 16th; June 19th
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Locations: March-Eola Community Center (Football only), April-Prisco
Community Center, May 2nd-Batavia Memorial Day Parade, May 16th-North
Aurora Parade, June19-North Aurora Activity Center
You must bring: Copy of a Birth Certificate for Program to keep on file.
Copy of Proof of Address for Program to keep on file.
Your athlete to be weighed and or fitted for equipment/uniforms.
Registration Fee: Football – All Levels:
$150 Registration Fee
$ 50 Jersey (1 Jersey) Tiny Mite & Mitey Mite Levels
$ 90 Jerseys (2 Jerseys – Home & Away) Jr. Pee Wee,
Pee Wee, Jr. Midget and Midget Levels
Cheerleading – All Levels
$ 95 Registration Fee
$ 75 Accessory Kit
2nd Child - $10 discount, 3rd Child - $15, 4th Child - $20
$100 mandatory Fundraiser for each participant
(optional $75 buy-out at registration)
*Distribution of information and materials through the school district does not imply District 204
endorsement
Football players will receive on loan all equipment including helmets,
practice uniforms, and game pants. Players will be required to purchase
game jerseys, girdles, mouth guard, and spikes.
Cheerleaders will receive on loan a uniform vest and skirt. Cheerleaders
will be required to purchase a body suit, socks, shoes, spanks, and a
hair bow. We ask that you order the above with the FVGYF&CL to
assure uniformity among all athletes, which is required for competition.
More details and cost will be available at registration.
Football Ages and Weights - *Ages are as of July 31st, 2010
Tiny Mites
5-6-7
35-75 lbs
Mitey Mites
7-8-9
45-90 lbs
Jr. Pee Wee
Older/lighter
8-9-10
11
60-105 lbs
60-85 lbs
Pee Wee
Older/lighter
9-10-11
12
75-120 lbs
75-100 lbs
Jr. Midget
Older/lighter
10-11-12
13
85-135 lbs
85-115 lbs
Midget
Older/lighter
11-12-13-14
15
105-160 lbs
105-140 lbs
Cheer Ages - * Ages are as of July 31st, 2010
Tiny Mites
5-6-7
Mitey Mites
7-8-9
Jr. Pee Wee
Older/lighter
8-9-10
11
Pee Wee
Older/lighter
9-10-11
12
Jr. Midget
Older/lighter
10-11-12
13
Midget
Older/lighter
11-12-13-14
15
Matt & Al’s Back in the Swing Tour 2010’
Jazzercise has developed a special partnership with Back in the Swing, an organization that supports breast cancer
survivor programs. The goal of the organization is to get breast cancer survivors back in the swing of life physically,
emotionally and spiritually. A recent study conducted by the Breast Cancer Survivorship Center at the University of
Kansas showed that breast cancer survivors who attended Jazzercise classes over a six month time span lost weight and
improved their fitness levels significantly, thereby putting them at lower risk for breast cancer recurrence. Jazzercise and
its legion of 7,800 instructors worldwide, will hold special Jazzercise fundraising classes in May. All profits will be
donated to Back in the Swing to aid in its growth and promotion of breast cancer survivorship programs. Additionally, all
profits from Back in the Swing t-shirts (avail. in the current Jazzertogs catalog) will be donated to Back in the Swing.
JOIN US AT THIS LOCATION:
Saturday, May 1st
1-2:30PM (doors open at 12:30)
(Park in Back)
Door Prizes
John Shields Grade School
85 S. Main St., Sugar Grove IL 60554
*location provided by SG Park Distict
Raffles
FUN!
$20 – Donation to Back in the Swing - Class
$40 – Donation – includes Class and T-Shirt (pre-registration only)
$25 – Price for T-Shirt at the door, while supplies last
Free class to breast cancer survivors
Contact: Deb Cargola at (630) 802-4801 for more information