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10-15-2026 Junior Bulldogs Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/15/26 (04:08 PM)
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Early Childhood Center

Junior Bulldogs Newsletter

October 15, 2026
 

Health Office Reminders

Hearing and Vision Screenings Coming Up
Hearing and vision screenings will be held on October 20th. Please make sure your child is present on this day so the technician has an opportunity to screen them. Please keep in mind that this screening does not take the place of a hearing and eye exam. 

Reporting Absences
Please make sure that you contact the school when your child is absent. Attendance is very important as it helps establish routine for your child and helps them retain their lessons as they continue on their path of education. If you do not report your child's absence, it will be marked Absent Unexcused. To avoid this, please use ParentSquare or Infinite Campus to report absences, or contact Lia Moreno directly. Below is her contact information. If you  see on Infinite Campus that is has been marked unexcused, please contact the health clerk to explain the reason for your student's absence.

Lia Moreno, Health Clerk
 

Picture Retake Day

Picture Retake Day will be on Wednesday, October 21st. If your child was absent on September 2nd, or if you are unhappy with their original photo, this is your opportunity to have their picture retaken. If you wish to retake an existing photo, please return the original picture package before October 21st.
 

Miles of Smiles Dental Program

The Miles of Smiles Dental Program will be visiting our school on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

This program provides a variety of preventative dental services to children at no cost to you, including exams, cleanings, fluoride, and sealants if needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to ensure your child's dental health without having to schedule an outside appointment.

A permission slip was sent home on September 14 with more information about the program. We still have 10 appointments available. Please return your child's permission slip as soon as possible if you want your child to be seen. These remaining appointments are first come, first serve.

We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with this program. If you feel your child may have need some extra support while getting the dental service, please consider volunteering or coming in for the time your child receives the service. If this is something that you would like to do, please reach out to Lia Moreno, the health clerk for more information.

Thank you for your help in supporting healthy smiles!
 

Halloween at the ECC 2026

We will be celebrating Halloween on Friday, October 30th. Children are invited to wear costumes, participate in our Halloween parade, and take part in our classroom treat bag exchange.

Costumes:  Children are welcome to wear a Halloween costume, but costumes are not required to participate in the parade. Please have your child arrive at school wearing their costume. Masks and costume accessories need to be left at home.

Treats:  We will decorate treat bags and exchange treats at school. If you would like to contribute, please send only store-bought, individually wrapped, nut-free treats. Treats will not be opened or eaten at school.

Parade:  Our parade will take place outside the building at the following times:
  • AM Class: 10:50 a.m.
  • PM Class: 2:15 p.m.
Families are welcome to meet us by the grassy area behind our new playground to watch the parade and take pictures! If the parking lot is full, please park on the street. After the parade, children will return inside to gather their belongings, and we will start the dismissal routine.

If you have any questions or would prefer that your child not participate in any of the Halloween activities, please contact us.

We look forward to celebrating Halloween with our little pumpkins!
 

Drop-Off & Pick-Up Reminders

  • Please use the circle drive in front of the ECC for drop-off and pick-up as opposed to parking your car in the parking lot and walking to the front door. This is safer and faster.
  • Please form two lines in the circle drive—one on the left and one on the right.
  • Please stay in your car if we need to move vehicles forward toward the front where the stop sign is.
  • Please do NOT park in one of the handicapped parking spots in front of the building unless you have a valid handicapped plate or tag.
  • In the circle drive, please keep the white striped area clear for families and students walking to/from school and staff members walking to/from their vehicles.

During the winter, there may be fewer parking spots in the lot because of snow removal. Families of afternoon students who park in the lot may be stuck in the lot because of dismissal at OOJH.

Below are links to more detailed procedures and a map of the drop-off/pick-up route:
 

Snack Information

Your child will receive a nutritious snack daily at preschool. Snacks typically include a whole grain, a fresh fruit, and milk. Click on the menu linked below to find out more.

 

Upcoming Events

  • October 20 - Hearing and Vision Screenings
  • October 21 - Picture Retake Day
  • October 27 - Miles of Smiles Dental Program
  • October 30 10:50 a.m. - Halloween Parade at the ECC for morning classes
  • October 30 2:15 p.m. - Halloween Parade at the ECC for afternoon classes
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Devopmental Screenings

The next developmental screening is on November 2. To make an appointment, please call Connie at the Niles Township District of Special Education (NTDSE) at 847-965-9040 extension 841.
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Links

 
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Contact info

847-568-8901
Coordinator of Student Services & Early Learning:
John Siegler - jsiegler@skokie68.org
Early Childhood Secretary:
Heidi Canchola - hcanchola@skokie68.org
Early Childhood Health Clerk:
Lia Moreno - limoreno@skokie68.org