Half Day School

The classroom activity that the fourth-grade students conducted involved investigating the behavior of solar cells when subjected to visible light waves. The objective of the activity was to determine the optimal wiring configuration of solar cells to generate the most energy to run a motor.

Students systematically tested both series and parallel wiring configurations of the solar cells and observed the resulting behavior of the motor. They found that adding solar cells in series made the motor run faster, while adding solar cells in parallel did not affect the speed of the motor.

In conclusion, the students were able to demonstrate the behavior of solar cells when wired in series and parallel and how it affects the speed of a motor. Their observations provided valuable insights into the use of solar cells as a source of electricity and the importance of optimizing their wiring configuration to maximize their performance.

Please visit the school's Google Doc folder for pictures of the activity.

The Green Team is sponsoring a Waste Free Wednesday Lunch Challenge

1. Students are encouraged to bring a waste-free lunch every day but especially on Wednesdays. This means no part of their lunch should be put in the landfill.
2. Waste Free Lunch participants will receive a raffle ticket during their lunch period.
3. Six lucky earth-friendly student names will be picked each week and prizes will be awarded.

Rules: 100% of the lunch must be either recycled, reusable, or compostable.

There are spaces still available for Camp 103 Club. If you would like your child to attend Camp 103 Club, please register using the RevTrak Web Store for the waiting list and we will contact you and let you know if there is a spot for your child. First come first serve. Please read the Camp 103 Club document for more information about the camp.

Classroom placement is an important process for our students, and our teachers and staff invest significant time and effort to ensure the creation of healthy learning groups and environments. It is important to develop balanced classrooms by considering students’ gender, academic, social, and emotional needs. We strive to create an optimal learning environment for students in each of our teacher’s classrooms.

If you wish to share more specific information about your child's placement, please indicate your thoughts on this Optional Parent Input Form by midnight Sunday, April 30. Please read the e-bulletin for details.

Parents' Night Out is a new fundraiser that provides an opportunity for parents in our community to enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and stand-up comedy while raising funds for a good cause! The event will be from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, April 29, at the Estonian House, Riverwoods.

We are currently seeking items for a silent auction to be held online and at the event. If you or someone you know would be kind enough to donate an item such as gift baskets, local experiences, or gift cards from local or national business please contact president@d103pto.org. Proceeds from the auction will fund the Links to Learning and Extra for Extracurricular grant programs.

It’s hard to believe another school year is almost over. So, it’s time for our favorite celebration of the year…..Teacher Appreciation Week! The TAW team has been busy planning and organizing ways to show our appreciation. Now, we need your help to make it all happen.

During the week of May 1-5, we will be spoiling our teachers with treats, supplies, lunch, and a gift card drawing! Be sure to look at our weekly schedule to learn about the details of each day.

You might be wondering how you can help? We have two ways to get involved. One option is to check out our Sign Up on the Membership Toolkit and sign up to purchase an item or two. Donated items should be dropped at the respective school by Friday, April 28. Don’t have time to go shopping but still want to help? No worries. You can also donate to the PTO for a specific building to help make the week a success!

Sign up and Donate here

Come join us Saturday, May 20, for the Run for D103 5k! This family-friendly annual fundraising event enables the PTO to provide D103 with programs and equipment for the benefit of our students. Learn more and register at runford103.org.

Do you have a student graduating from Sprague, Half Day, or Daniel Wright? Celebrate your child's achievements with our exclusive Graduate Lawn Signs! Signs are available for Sprague, Half Day, or Daniel Wright. You can purchase these beautiful signs to proudly display in your front yard. But don't wait too long, as orders must be placed by Thursday, April 20, at 11:59 p.m. to ensure delivery.

The Riverside Foundation is a not-for-profit community based organization serving adults with moderate-to-severe intellectual and developmental disabilities. The foundation provides a home and support services for more than 500 adults at the campus located along the Des Plaines river in Lincolnshire. The Riverside Foundation is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 charitable organization that is dependent upon donations and fundraising efforts from the community. One of this year’s fundraisers is the Kentucky Derby Gala on Saturday May 6, at the Marriott Resort in Lincolnshire. For more information about Riverside and to reserve tickets for the gala, please visit this website Riverside Foundation Homepage.

AMI Summer Music Camp (July 17-21) takes place at American Music Institute's (non-profit org) Clarendon Hills Campus.

• Beginner through Advanced Camps
• Open to ages 5-18 years-old
• Tuition ($500)
• All instruments welcome
  
• Aftercare available

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Principals

• Principal Jill Mau
• Assistant Principal Laura Delagrange

Reporting an Absence

• 847-634-1484
• Hd_attendance@d103.org