Viking View

Albright Middle School is very excited to share that we are officially a Commendable School according to the Illinois School Report Card. I shared this information with our students and staff this week and could not be more proud. Four years ago, when I started at Albright, we were unfortunately classified as Underperforming based on 2018-19 data. Due to Covid-19, the state stopped grading schools and we were stuck here. It is an honor to finally put the last three years behind and know that we have worked hard to help our students grow even throughout a pandemic.

I am most impressed with our current 8th Graders! Last year on the IAR, they grew 75% in ELA and 150% in Math. These growth measures are unheard of and we are so proud of our teachers and students for this achievement. Most school are reporting minimal growth, and I am so blown away by our Viking's progress.

Sincerely,

Ms. Aulisa

We are excited to share that Benny has passed his test to become our school's therapy dog. We will start transitioning him into the training phase over the next couple of weeks. He will begin by staying in the office and only visiting common spaces and then eventually he will work his way into our classrooms. I have talked with students a lot about this, and we have contacted families who have allergy concerns. If you have any concerns about having a dog in school, please let me know. He is a Goldendoodle, and he does not shed. This has been in fruition for almost a year and we cannot wait to welcome out newest staff member to the Viking Family.

Sincerely,

Ms. Aulisa

Since we can NOT have costumes, Halloween makeup, wigs, etc. at school, we are doing a costume contest via email!! Send in a picture of your child's best costume or holiday attire! Just email a picture on Tuesday Nov.1st to kbeckwith@saltcreek48.org and you will be entered to win 10 VIPs to use at the VIP Store at lunch!!

Oakbrook Terrace- 2 - 6 p.m.

Villa Park- 3 - 7p.m.

Elmhurst- 3:30 - 7p.m.

Oak Brook- 3:30 - 7 p.m.

The 7th and 8th grade Orchestra students got to participate in the Willowbook High School Orchestra Day with Jackson and Jefferson Middle Schools. There was over 150 students that participated. This has been a huge challenge to prepare all of these pieces for this festival and everyone has put in their best effort. The high school pieces asked everyone to up their skill level and they have accepted that challenge with great attitudes. Ms.Armwood is proud of their achievement and it was a wonderful concert.

Do you know of a staff member in Salt Creek District 48 that deserves some extraordinary recognition for something they have done in our school district to make a difference for others? Please fill out this form to have this staff member recognized for their extraordinary accomplishment.

https://forms.gle/tmBzY11DB1P3ggjv9

Thank You

FTC would like to thank the supporters of the Believe Kids fundraiser and the Fuel & Crème dine out. Whether you shared a link with family and friends or enjoyed dinner and dessert, we appreciate your help raising funds for the great schools in District 48!

Read-a-Thon

FTC is hosting a Read-a-Thon! Join us on Wednesday, November 9th at Stella May Swartz at 6:30 pm for the kickoff party. Bring a blanket and pillow, and get ready to read. We will have students reading to our Little Vikings and future Little Vikings, Villa Park Public Library will be on hand with new books to read, and we will have breaks where special guests will be reading their favorite stories. Snacks will be provided. Following the kickoff event, students should set a reading goal of 5 days per week for 15 minutes per day at Salt Creek, 20 minutes per day at Swartz, and 30 minutes per day at Albright through Wednesday, November 30th. Please register your student(s) by clicking here. Money raised will go to support classroom libraries/supplies/tools/needs, enrichment programs, field trips & more! There will be special prizes for different amounts raised that will go home with your student before winter break. Questions? Please contact Jennifer Liotta (jliotta@saltcreek48.org).

AmazonSmile

Do you shop at Amazon frequently? Did you know they offer a small percentage of eligible orders to be donated to a charity of your choice? FTC is a charity that can receive donations if account holders set it up to do so! All you have to do is shop as you normally would. If any of the items are eligible for AmazonSmile donations, FTC will receive the money that is paid out a few times per year. Even better? All of the money in turn supports our schools and children. It's a win win!

To get started from the app, go to the main menu and tap on the 'settings' icon (≡). Go to the Programs and Features heading and tap the V to See all. Scroll down and tap AmazonSmile. There you will be able to search for Salt Creek School District 48 Families Teachers Children in Villa Park, IL.

If you are using the Amazon website, start your shopping at smile.amazon.com. You will be prompted to add a charity.

It's that easy! It may seem that .5% of your purchase is not a lot, but you would be surprised to see how quickly it adds up when we work together to support our great district. Thanks for helping!!

Email: kbeckwith@saltcreek48.org

Phone: 630-279-6160 ext.2001

Need to pay your lunch account?? Go to our website www.saltcreek48.org, go to parents and community tab, then go to epay. You can then choose the Lunch Account tab and pick the amount you would like to pay. You can also send a check made payable to Albright Middle School and cash in the exact amount. (no change can be given) If you ever have any questions or need assistance please call the office at 630-279-6160 ext. 2001 or email kbeckwith@saltcreek48.org.

• Students who return to school after 5 days of isolation will need to be masked for additional 5 days to complete the 5+5 quarantine.

• Physical distancing is no longer required.

• Students will not have to sit at separate lunch tables.

• Students can be unmasked outside during recess times.

• If a parent or sibling tests positive, the child is still allowed to school as long as asymptomatic - recommend masking, but not required**

Thanks!

Ms. Gerrie Aulisa

630-279-6160 Ext. 2004

gaulisa@saltcreek48.org

Mrs. Heidi Hummel

630-279-6160 Ext. 2005

hhummel@saltcreek48.org

Mrs. Kate Beckwith

630-279-6160 Ext.2001

kbeckwith@saltcreek48.org