The Eagle Express

September 19, 2023

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A Message from the Principal

Dear Sward Families,

Autumn or Fall? What name do you prefer for the season full of pumpkin spice, apple cider, bonfires, and flannel? A fun activity to do with your children during arrival or dismissal time is to take a walk around the Sward Campus and count all the beautiful trees while talking about why leaves change color. Here's a short video to watch with your child that has a great explanation of why leaves change color. Although the first official day of fall is this Saturday, our sweater weather has already gotten a head start to the beautiful season so please remember to pack a light sweater in your child’s backpack just in case they’re feeling a little chilly.

Sincerely,

Suzanne Amra

Sward School Principal

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D123 Parent University

On Wednesday, September 27th join D123 for a Parent University session focused solely on school safety. This will take place at Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School at 6:30PM. Please click here for more information.

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PTA's Donuts with Dudes

PTA is hosting "Donuts with Dudes" and it will be held in the main gym from 7:40 - 8:10 a.m. Due to the limited parking walking is recommended if you are able to do so.

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Student Council Service Initiative

Sward Student Council invites you to support the Maui Food Bank during the week of September 25 - 29. We are collecting donations, every $1 that you donate will go directly to the Maui Food Bank. We will end our week with a Hawaiian Spirit Day on Friday, September 29th.

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Sward Family Wellness Night

Sward is hosting a Family Wellness Night on Tuesday, October 10th from 6:00 - 7:45. Come join us for a feel good evening full of wellness stations and resources. Please click here fro more information.

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Attendance Procedures

Attendance and punctuality are important. The bell rings for the students to enter the building at 8:25 a.m. and school begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. Please click HERE for attendance procedures.

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Lunch Switch

On Friday 9/22

Yellow option will now be: English muffin with egg and cheese

Blue option will remain the same.

Visitor Aware Pre-Registration

Safety is always our Priority at District 123. Please use this quick and easy registration link to set up your visitor information that allows you to visit Sward.Once you complete the registration, you will receive a QR code via text or email that allows you to enter the building. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in our safety first procedures.

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Sward Twitter Handle

Twitter

Sward now has our very own Twitter handle. Throughout the weeks, you will see postings of exciting things happening throughout our building. It is always fun to have a glimpse into the learning or our students. Be sure to check us out at @D123Sward or scan the QR code to the side!

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Intramural Sports - Oak Lawn Park District

Are you looking to get your child involved in sports? The Oak Lawn Park District is offering intramural sports for our students. Please Click Here for more information.

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School Nurse Update

There are specific requirements for students entering preschool, kindergarten, second grade and sixth grade, as well as for all new students. Visit our Health Forms & Guidelines page for more information. Please note that these vaccinations and/or health examinations are required by state law.

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Student Device Insurance

The student device insurance policy provides full replacement cost coverage and protects the item worldwide (on and off school grounds) for only $25/year. The policy will be transferred to any replacement device that your child may be issued. Without insurance D123 families are fully responsible for the costs associated with the repair/replacement of their student's device. Insurance coverage is for the device only and does not extend to the case or the charger.

Families of students in all grade levels can sign up for this insurance program by adding the optional “Student Device Insurance” fee through Skyward Family Access. You have until September 30 to purchase device insurance every year. Additional information about the student device insurance program and deductibles can be found at: https://d123.org/about/technology/student-device-insurance/

Please view either the written or video tutorial on how to add Chromebook / iPad insurance to your student's account.