Wednesday, September 18th
Thursday, September 19th
Friday, September 20th
Save the date:
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REGISTER HERE NOW! Deadline to Register is this Wednesday, September 18th.
Please sign-up to VOLUNTEER to help on race day. It’s fun and easy!
Join us for a fun morning and get some exercise with Monroe students, families & staff!
WHEN: Sunday, September 29th! Runners start at 8:30 am, Walkers at 8:45 am (strollers welcome!)
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Classroom volunteer positions will soon be available on Sign Up Genius. The link to your classroom’s Sign Up Genius can be found on the PTO website beginning at noon on September 17 and will remain there throughout the year. Field trips and parties will be chosen by a lottery of all who sign up, so …
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All students are invited to participate in our before-school Monroe Milers Club! Students will be able to walk or run the designated mile course, earning “Mile Tokens” for each mile completed. The club meets from 7:55 to 8:25 am (rain or shine). We will meet on the basketball court outside on warm, sunny days. In …
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Maison Monroe Wrapping Paper Sale is in full swing! There are several important things to remember:
*Register your child at charlestonwrapstore.com to make sure they get credit for their online orders. Use school code 11831 to give the school credit or receive a specific code for your child when they register to give them …
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The Newcomers Committee invites all families new to Monroe this year to an adult only cocktail party on September 26th from 7 pm to 10 pm at Salt Creek Club. Invitations were sent out via email. If you are a new family and did not get an invitation, please email us at newcomers@monroeschoolpto.com. We look …
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Thanks to all who came out on Thursday to support the wonderful PTO Grants program! If you were unable to attend but would still like to join the committee, you can SIGN UP via the SUG or email grant@monroeschoolpto.com. READ ON for more information about this program!
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The Community Speaker Series, presented by D86 and D181, is excited to announce its 2019/20 season!
Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson: The Self-Driven Child
Location: The Community House
SCREENAGERS Next Chapter: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience
Documentary Film and Discussion …
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Did you know Monroe offers language classes? FIND OUT more!
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Who wants to create memorable times between father & son?
The motto of the Indian Guides is “Pals Forever”. For over seventy years, this father-son program has been based upon qualities of Native American culture with a focus on the importance of togetherness, community & family. It is through the participation and time spent together …
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We’re excited to be reading “A Whole New Ballgame” for Monroe’s One Book One School this year.
Follow the SCHEDULE and read along at home!
Books were sent home with the youngest child in the family this week (or picked up at Curriculum Night). If your family did not receive a copy, please email …
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The library is up and running with some amazing programming. We are looking for some dedicated volunteers to help in the day to day operations of processing new books, help students during checkout, and shelve the returned books. If you have an interest in learning more about the iPads or are willing to learn a …
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Drop-off has been going well when everyone is patient. The picture below was taken at 8:35AM on a rainy morning. Just 5 minutes earlier the street was packed. Here are some additional reminders for drop-off and pickup:
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Welcome Back Monroe Families!
I hope you had a great summer. I have a few notes for the start of the school year:
With the opportunities to travel and spend time with friends this summer, please remember to check your children for the possibility of lice. Parents should examine their child’s head if the …
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Welcome back to all the students, teachers, administrators and support staff, parents and friends who make Monroe a wonderful place to learn and grow! We’re happy you’re here!
Our SELAS theme this year is “Be Kind.” There are so many engaging ways to include this in our learning community both in and out …
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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” Greek Writer of Fables, Aesop.
I’m so excited about our Be Kind theme this year. We’ll be integrating this message into our assemblies, reading buddy activities, and lessons as much as possible this year. Our One Book, One School selection that we’ll announce at …
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Get those last minute gifts at Charleston Wrap and help the PTO at the same time. Visit the site here and enter Monroe's code: 11831
Happy shopping!
Register for the 19/20 PTO! Sign-up to get a Directory, Yearbook and other perks! While you are at it, sign-up for the 2019/20 Committees!
Monroe Elementary School
210 N. Madison St. | Hinsdale, IL 60521
Office: (630) 861-4200
