Coonley Blast January 22, 2016
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New Information
The Safety Blast

As winter hits Chicago, we would like to reiterate drop off/entry and pick up/dismissal procedures. We will continue to work with the the Local School Council, Alderman's Office, and the Chicago Police Department on student safety concerns.
 
Please…
  • Use the crosswalks. Do not cross your children in the middle of a block whether you are walking or driving. 
  • Utilize the Kiss "N" Go on Bell Avenue 8-8:30 am.
  • Respect school bus drop off and pick up areas on BellePlaine Ave. and Leavitt St.
  • Keep crosswalks clear at all times.
  • Be considerate and don’t double-park on Bell Ave. at pick up.
  • Have regard for our neighbors (no parking in driveways or reserved parking spots).
  • Commit to putting away your cell phones (whether you are driving or walking) when you are near school so that you can focus on the safety of all our kids.
And

Treat everyone with respect. Only with our entire community's cooperation can we make sure everyone is safe.  Winter driving can be dangerous, please take your time, be cautious and careful. 

Reminders
Valentine's Day Roses
Valentine's Day Rose Order Forms from the Beta Club went home on Wednesday. Students, teachers, parents can purchase a silk rose for $1.00 and the flower will be delivered to your classroom on Friday, February 13th for distribution. Please submit completed forms to Ms. Hitik and/or Ms. Meegan's mailboxes.  All final forms are due by Friday, February 5, 2016.

CPS Calendar for 2016-2017
Link to Calendar

Coonley Continuous Improvement Work Plan (CIWP) Update
As a part of the new CIWP (school improvement plan) format CPS has determined that for the 2015-2016 school year the NWEA MAP test will be the criteria for promotion and placement. The test used for the 2016-2017 school year has yet to be determined (potentially the PARCC).   We wanted to make sure that parents were aware of this information as the spring testing session nears.

Local School Council Elections
Interested is running for LSC? Information is available on the CPS Link below.  Completed forms are due to the Coonley Main Office by 3:00 pm on March 4, 2016. 
CPS LSC Website

SelectivePrep’s After School MAP Test Program (for 7th Graders) 
Classes at Coonley Elementary will start on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 and run for 8 sessions from 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM. We will need a minimum of 10 students to run the class at Coonley Elementary – so please spread the word. Click here to register NOW. If you need more information or have any questions, please visit our website at www.selectiveprep.com  or call 312-409-8411.

Check Out the Coonley Website at coonley.cps.edu
 

1/29 2nd Grade Performance
2/2 Parent Teacher Organization 8:45 am
2/5 No School- Teacher Professional Development
2/9 Local School Council 6 pm
2/9 Friends of Coonley 7:30 pm
2/12 KG and 1st Grade Dance
2/15 Presidents Day
3/12 Coonley Bowling Day
4/9 Spring Fling Auction
4/29 2nd- 4th Grade Dance
1/18 Martin Luther King Day
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