Hometown School Newsletter

Hometown Families:

It is hard to believe that we are down to 12 school days. There are so many fun activities still planned for the end of the year. As I walk the hallways and visit classrooms, it is amazing to see the independent thinkers and academic conversations that are happening in all of the spaces. I love to see all of the growth the students have made throughout the year.

Please remember that we start school at 8:30am and we end at 3:20pm. We have many families arriving late and picking up their children after school hours. Our learning starts at 8:30 and it is important for our students to not miss instruction.

Today we had a virtual visit from the author, Jennifer Shaw. She is the author of Dumplings Mean Family. Students enjoyed meeting her. There are number of students who have already purchased the book. If you are interested, please make sure you fill out the form that was previously sent home.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 30, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, as Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 hosts the 2023-24 Job Fair at the District Office (4201 W. 93rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453.) This is your chance to join a dedicated team of educators and support staff for the 2023-24 school year. School District 123 is seeking passionate individuals for a variety of roles, including classroom teachers, special educators, paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, educational support staff, and bus drivers. Immediate on-site interviews will be conducted for all positions, with accelerated hiring timelines for select roles. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to our vibrant learning community. For more information, visit our website at d123.org/join.

Please join us for the spring performance. Our students in grades three through five and our chorus will be singing on Wednesday, May 17th starting at 2pm. We look forward to all of you coming to celebrate their work throughout the year. Parents should have filled out the forms if you will be taking your child right after the concert.

We will be having a Kindergarten Celebration on May 26 at 2:30. Families are welcome to attend!!

Just a reminder that fifth grade celebration forms are due tomorrow, Wednesday May 17th. There will be no late registrations.

Field Day is quickly approaching, we are in need of drinking water. Please drop off any donated water to the main office before May 30th. If you have questions, please reach out to our PE department.

We are excited to have our second grade students perform Wizard of Oz starting at 2pm on Friday, May 19th. Please join us to see all of our second graders' hard work.

The flyer attached is to order your yearbook! Capture the memories of the year.

Please see this flyer that went home today to sign up for donuts and dudes.

We are looking for our students and families to write cards or letters to our soldiers. Please turn them in on May 18th to the teacher. The classroom with the most will receive a pizza party.

Beginning Band Registration at OLHMS for current 4th grade students.

Contact Mr. Kehl (jkehl@d123.org) for details.

Tuesday May 16: Choose a time- 4pm; 5pm; 6pm; 7pm

OR

Wednesday, May 17: 9am

Returning registration opens tomorrow. Any family returning to Hometown next year, must register. Families should log onto Skyward and click the tab on the left side to re-register.

If you will have a child that will turn 5 by September 1st, please begin registration for the upcoming school year. Please register as soon as possible, so we can make sure we have adequate staff for our students.

https://www.d123.org/departments/teaching-learning/programs/kindergarten

Use the link to register.

Please register your child for the upcoming school year for Preschool/Kindergarten. The links are provided.

2023-2024 Preschool Registration is now open!

For more information and to start the process please visit:

https://www.d123.org/departments/student-services/early-learning-programs

2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration is now open!

For more information and to start the process please visit:

https://www.d123.org/departments/teaching-learning/programs/kindergarten

Any new kindergarten students will need to register with our district office. All of the documents are listed for easy access to our families. If you are unsure or need more information about registering, please let our office know.

Please consider signing up for summer school. There are many different offerings for our students to take advantage of . The flyer is attached. There is also a paper copy.

Please consider joining us on May 17th beginning at 6:00 pm for our annual OLHMS 5th Grade Open Gym and Parent Night! The itinerary is LINKED here!

The Goggle Form for Spanish will close on May 19th. If you have not registered your child for Spanish, please do so by Friday.

If you are interested in volunteering for our PTA events, please visit the signup genius and Facebook.

District 123 is hiring! Please see the flyer and visit our website under employment.

If you are moving over the summer and will not be returning to Hometown, please fill out the flyer and return it to the office. We would like to be prepared for you with transfer paperwork.

Five Fun Facts about Ms. Aceves

1. Her favorite sporting event to go to is a baseball game. She loves the White Sox.

2. She loves to travel...especially to Mexico!

3. Her favorite time of year is summer.

4. She likes to dance...cumbias is her favorite dance style.

5. She has to buy her shoes in kids sizes. She has VERY tiny feet.

Email: abencik@d123.org
Phone: 708-423-7360
Twitter: @AmandaBencik

Website: d123.org/hometown
Location: 8870 S Duffy Ave, Hometown, IL, USA
Phone: 708-423-7360
Twitter: @d123hometown