The Viking Voice
Stella May Swartz 9.29.2023
The Positivity Project
The Positivity Project is a resource to empower students to build positive relationships and become their best selves.The Positivity Project trait we will be learning about next week is OPM -Knowing my words and actions affect others. The following week the Positivity Project trait we will study is Bravery.We are very excited to provide consistent instruction to help students enhance their self-awareness, self-confidence, understanding and appreciation of others, and interpersonal relationships.
Update Information
It is important that parents keep their information updated in Skyward. If there is an emergency we do not want to have the wrong information. Please contact the proper school your student attends and give them any new information that needs to be changed whether it be for yourself, your spouse, another parent from a different address (we can separate addresses when student's are split between households),update new or old emergency contacts and any phone numbers for anyone on your Skyward parent portal. It is your responsibility to keep us informed. Salt Creek 630-832-6122, Stella May Swartz 630-834-9256 and Albright 630-279-6160.
Cell Phones & Watches
Students can bring cellphones and cell watches to school if they remain turned off and in their back pack. Please remind your student that if they are brining a cellphone or cell watch to school, that it needs to stay in their backpack while at school and on the bus. It is only for emergency use only. Parents please do not call or text your child during school hours as they are in school learning.
Overdue Breakfast/ Lunch Balances
Pay over due lunch balances
Don't forget to check and pay any overdue lunch balances. You can check balances and pay on your parent Skyward account. You can also send cash or check payment to school with your child in a marked envelope with name and what payment is for. The office will then account for the cash or check payment on your student's Skyward.
Meet Mrs. Engel
Mrs. Engel
“Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be.” – Unknown
Hello from Reading Support! I'm Mrs. Engel and a Reading Specialist at Swartz School. A little bit about me: I received my undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University and my Master's Degree from National Louis University. I've had the privilege of teaching at all three D#48 schools. I started in the district at Albright teaching 7th and 8th grade Special Education. Then I switched to teaching 6th grade Reading, Language Arts, and Science. After that I taught 4th grade at Swartz. I have been a Reading Specialist at both Salt Creek and Swartz. This is my 29th year teaching but my 25th year in this district. When I'm not at school you can usually find me and Mr. Engel on the sidelines at our own children's sporting events. We have 4 kids so we watch a lot of sports-rain or shine. I also enjoy reading, exercising, gardening, and walking our dog, Bailey. Fun Fact: I grew up on a Mushroom Farm.
Westway Coach Bus Co. 630-279-2720
Often there are times when our buses are running late. Westway Coach will notify us when there is a delay in time for buses so we can notify our parents of the bus that is running late. Sometimes a situation can happen when our office is closed and a parent tries to call us. If this is the case you may contact Westway Coach at 630-270-2720. Note that our School Office hours are 7:15 to 3:15 Monday thru Friday.
CALLING THE ABSENTEE LINE WHEN YOUR CHILD IS ABSENT ☎️
Please make sure to call the Stella May Swartz Absentee line at 630-834-9256, press *4 if your child will be absent or arriving late. The school office will retrieve these messages every morning. If you have any doctor's notes, please send those with your student for the nurse's office.
*** You must leave a detailed reason of the absence.
A valid cause for absence includes illness (including mental or behavioral health of the student), observance of a religious holiday, death in the immediate family, family emergency, other situations beyond the control of the student. Remember if you do not call your student in on the day they are absent with a reason, they will be considered an Unexcused absence.
Your child must stay home from school if they are experiencing any of the below:
● Fever (100.4℉ or higher) ● Diarrhea
● New onset of moderate to severe headache ● New loss of taste or smell
● Shortness of breath ● Fatigue from an unknown cause
● New cough ● Muscle or body aches from an unknown cause
● Sore throat. ● Body rash with itching and/or a fever
● Vomiting ● Eye infection/red irritated eyes
Your child is ok to return to school once:
● For body rash: absence of skin rash/irritation
● For eye infection: 24 hours after starting antibiotic eye drops/ointment
● All other symptoms mentioned above: once cleared by the school nurse to return (must be fever-free for 24 hours without the use of medication, and no vomiting or diarrhea for at least 24 hours)
Main Office:
Angela Trexler- Swartz Administrative Assistant atrexler@satlcreek48.org 630-834-9256 ext.3001
If you have any questions for the nurse please contact the school your child attends below by their email or phone:
Danyelle Olsen- Nurse @ Salt Creek dolsen@saltcreek48.org 630-832-6122 ext.4002
Markita Simmons -Nurse @ Albright msimmons@saltcreek48.org 630-279-6160 ext.2002
Liz Gonzalez- Nurse @ Stella May Swartz lgonzalez@saltcreek48.org 630-834-9256 ext.3002
Thank you!
Standard Response Protocol
Salt Creek District 48 has adopted a new emergency protocol response from the I Love U Guys Foundation. This is a program that has been adopted by many of the schools within DuPage County. Over the summer, the administrative team attended training on the protocol and is passing along the training to all staff. We also want to make families aware of the five different protocols so you can be familiar with the language you may hear your child or the school use.
FTC
- Pokemon Night
November 1st, 6-730pm
FTC is hosting our third POKEMON NIGHT!
Stop by and join the fun! Don't know much about Pokémon? Come join the fun anyway! Show off your cards, trade with friends or just come and see what all the excitement is about.
Make a Pokémon craft, go on a scavenger hunt, trade cards, learn about Pokémon, have Pokémon snacks and hang out with friends!! All district families are welcome!
- Casino Night
November 3rd, 7-10pm Albright Middle School
Join FTC for our first ever CASINO NIGHT! This is an adults only event so bring your friends and family!
Try your luck at any of the gaming tables - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY (we promise, the dealers will teach you!)!
We will have refreshments, a silent auction and there will be a prize for the highest chip holder at the end of the night!
$𝟐𝟎 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 gets you $300 in funny money and don't worry, if you run out, the bank is open for your donations for more!
$𝟑𝟎 𝐕𝐈𝐏 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓 gets you all of the above plus a keepsake shot glass and handmade mocktail!
𝐃𝐎𝐍'𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐈𝐓! 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 --> https://saltcreek48ftc.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/261622
Tickets will also be available at the door. We look forward to seeing you for a fun night of socializing with other parents, friends and teachers!
- Directory
Sign up and/or update your Salt Creek 48 Family Teacher Children (FTC) Membership today to receive important information! It needs to be updated each year to stay active! The directory is a wonderful way to stay connected with families!
https://saltcreek48ftc.membershiptoolkit.com/open_forms
- Concessions
Albright home game concessions are continuing with basketball and cheerleading season kicking off!! FTC would love some help with donations of snacks and drinks for us to sell at the home games! If you would like to donate, here's a small list of our most often needed items (each item is hyperlinked for convenience). You may drop any donations off at the concessions stand at all home games or in the main office. Please contact Sarah at sszarzynski@saltcreek48ftc.org for the most up to date information regarding concessions needs. Thank you!
Prime Hydration Drink 16.9 fl oz bottles
Gatorade 20 oz bottles (any flavor)
potato chips - individually wrapped variety boxes
Pringles - individual cups
Skittles/Starburst variety box
- Thank You
We want to thank each and everyone of you who volunteered your time, attended, helped behind the scenes and donated to fall fest! It was such a wonderful morning enjoyed by all!
We also want to thank everyone who participated in our Believe Kids and making it a success!
FTC officially has an instagram page! Please follow us! https://www.instagram.com/saltcreek48ftc/
Payment Options
- Check- Made payable to Salt Creek Dist #48 and put in an envelope marked with your child's name on it and what the payment is for.
- Cash- Put in an envelope marked with your child's name on it and what the payment is for.
- RevTrak- Go to your parent portal in skyward, click on the fee payment tile, then in the far right hand top corner click on the "make online payments" button. This will take you to Revtrak. Make sure to sign up before you try to make payment.
Angela Trexler atrexler@saltcreek48.org 630-834-9256 ext.3001
LEAP
LEAP is an aftercare program that is ran by the Oakbrook Terrace Park District Heritage Center. Please contact them at 630-627-6100 to sign your child up if you are in need of aftercare. Swartz student will get bused to Salt Creek on the days that they need to go to the LEAP program. If they participate in a club on a day they need to go to LEAP they can take the late bus at 3:30 from Swartz to Salt Creek as it is also a stop in the late bus route.
NEEDED- Hiring!
LEAP Afterschool Director
Open/Closed
Open
TITLE: LEAP Afterschool Director
CATEGORY: Seasonal
SALARY: $17 per hour
SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the LEAP Afterschool Director is responsible for supervising, implementing, and evaluating all day-to-day after school activities and administrative duties. The LEAP Afterschool Director is a seasonal employee working approximately 20-25 hours per week during the School District 48 school year. LEAP Afterschool runs M-F from 2:30-6:00pm with additional time provided for set-up, clean-up, and planning.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The LEAP Afterschool Director should have a background working with school-aged children or be striving for a bachelor’s degree in education, physical education, health, or a similar area. The LEAP Afterschool Director should have experience running a child-based program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Develop, plan, and gather supplies for activities that incorporate program goals into the daily routine.
2. Prepare activities that are developmentally appropriate for the age of the children.
3. Provide participants with the appropriate leadership during the program.
4. Maintain open communication with School District 48 staff.
5. Communicate with the parents through daily pick-up.
6. Maintain a safe environment for participants.
7. Direct and guide all LEAP Afterschool staff.
8. Meet with the Recreation Supervisor once a week to give updates on LEAP program.
9. Report any problems that may arise with participants, other employees, or the school to the Recreation Supervisor.
10. Maintain a positive attitude toward co-workers, the Park District, and the school.
11. Arrive to LEAP with adequate time to prepare for the start of the program
12. Maintain records of attendance and sign-out sheets and turn them in to the Recreation Supervisor every month.
13. Follow and enforce Park District policies and procedures.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAITS:
1. Ability to complete essential functions of the position.
2. Knowledge of children and children’s activities.
3. Excellent communication skills.
4. Excellent leadership skills.
5. Willing to acquire First Aid and CPR training.
6. Ability to provide excellent customer service
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Make recommendations to the Recreation Supervisor for improvement on equipment, supplies, facility, and program needs.
2. Set up and cleanup of program.
3. Ability to be flexible and adaptable to new situations.
PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The LEAP Afterschool Director may feel added pressure from the day-to-day responsibilities while also assisting staff, participants, and parents. The LEAP Afterschool Director must remain calm and be able to address problems and issues that arise. The LEAP Afterschool Director must be a good problem solver and able to develop creative responses to problems.
PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The LEAP Afterschool Director must be able to bend, stoop, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, turn, sit, and stand for short or extended periods of time.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Indoor work conditions will include lighting, temperature, and noise. Outside conditions will include extreme temperature, sunlight, and precipitation
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS:
The LEAP Afterschool Director must exhibit good problem-solving ability and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.
The LEAP Afterschool Director must be in compliance with the loss prevention and safety policies of the Park District.
The Oakbrook Terrace Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Updated 10/12/2023
To apply, send your resume or job application to Mary Swade, Recreation Supervisor: RecreationSupervisor@obtpd.org.
Mrs. Vicicondi- 2nd Grade
Becky Vicicondi
Jonathan goes to school each morning excited to learn! Mrs. Vicicondi’s brain bins excite him each morning; her attention to detail for each student goes above and beyond. Her classroom is warm, inviting and makes everyone feel welcome. She makes learning fun each day and my son thoroughly enjoys her! We can’t thank her enough.
Stella May Swartz Office Contacts
Mrs. Angeline Ross, Principal
630-834-9256 ext. 4009
Mrs. Angela Trexler, Swartz Administrative Assistant to the Principal
630-834-9256 ext. 3001
Swartz Nurse
630-834-9256 ext. 3002.
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