2017-2018 Calendar

The D73 Board of Education approved the 2017-2018 school calendar. The  first day of school is set for Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017. The last day of school is set for Monday, June 4, 2018, if no emergency days are used. Please click here to view other nonattendance days for students.

Your Opinion Matters

Tell us what you think in the state’s annual 5Essentials Survey ~ https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/ ~. If your children attend more than one district school, please base your survey answers on one school. You may answer the survey for each school.

The survey provides a unique opportunity for parents to have a voice in improving their schools. The 20-minute research-based survey will help District 73 identify strengths and weaknesses in its schools’ learning environment.

5Essentials is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. It is an opportunity to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness at Hawthorn. In order for us to view your responses, at least 20 percent of each school’s parents must complete this survey.

Foundation Members Sought / Búsqueda de Miembros para la Fundación ¡

Búsqueda de miembros para la fundación

Foundation Application

Hawthorn is starting an Education Foundation to raise private sector funds to support the goals of our Strategic Plan. Currently, we are looking for inaugural Board Members to kick off 2017.

Profile of the Successful Board Member:  The minimum time commitment for a board member includes 3 annual meetings per year, which will take place once a trimester at the District Office (841 West End Court, Vernon Hills). The Foundation’s success in building and maintaining community support will come from board members that are able to make significant contribution of time and resources, have the determination to complete projects in a timely way with little oversight, and, most importantly, have a passion for true excellence in education!

Qualifications: A well-functioning school system benefits everyone in the district. Reflecting that community-wide impact, the board should consist of individuals with varied backgrounds and include parents, teachers, other licensed professionals, and representatives of local businesses. Everyone willing to roll up their sleeves is welcome! However, given the nature of our events and projects, we strongly encourage individuals to apply if they have specific experience in project management, public and media relations, fundraising, web design, and/or event planning.

Benefits of Board Membership: Members receive no compensation for serving on the Foundation’s Board. Board Members do get opportunities to work closely with Hawthorn’s community and help to determine which projects, grants, and initiatives should receive Foundation sponsorship. Helping to create non-governmental financial support for the District is one of the most important and effective methods for fostering sustained academic excellence.

Board Member Application: To begin the nomination process, please email a bio with the completed Board Member Application to Jill Martin atmartinj@hawthorn73.org.  Dr. Martin can also be reached at 847 990-4800 (office). Once the information has been submitted an interview will be arranged.

Bravo To Our Orchestra Members!

Congratulations to all the 4th and 5th grade musicians from Dual Language, Townline and Elementary North who gave us a fantastic joint concert on Friday night.  We are so proud of your work!

 

Jump Rope for Heart is Coming

School of Dual Language and Townline Elementary are joining forces in a building wide Jump Rope for Heart event for the American Heart Association. The dates of the event will be Feb. 6-10, 2017 during P.E classes.
Join us in supporting this heart healthy fun event by going online to set up online fundraising.

Hawthorn Summer Band and Orchestra Camp

Save the date for Hawthorn’s Summer Band and Orchestra Camp July 17 through July 28. Registration begins March 1. For details about the camp, please visit the summer camp website page.

Hawthorn Summer Music Camp 2017

El campamento musical del verano es para instrumentistas que residen en Hawthorn Distrito 73 y que entran desde quinto a noveno grado en otoño de 2017. Ellos deben tener al menos un año de experiencia tocando en una audiencia grande. Serán divididos de acuerdo al nivel de grado y según el instrumento.

CAMPAMENTO MUSICAL DE VERANO EN HAWTHORN

Summer Music Camp is for instrumentalists that reside in Hawthorn District 73 and are entering grades five through nine in the Fall of 2017. They must have at least one year of experience playing in a large ensemble. The students will be divided into grade-level groups by instrument.

Hawthorn Enrichment Institute 2017 Information is Available

Hawthorn is excited to begin another year of summer programming designed to expand the educational horizon for our students.  We are offering many new types of project based learning courses and opportunities in the areas of core academics, the arts and athletics.  We are confident that you will find something here to peak your child’s interest and keep them involved in learning all year long. We can’t wait to see you!

Hawthorn Enrichment Institute

Your Opinion Matters

Tell us what you think in the state’s annual 5Essentials Survey ~ https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/ ~. If your children attend more than one district school, please base your survey answers on one school. You may answer the survey for each school.

The survey provides a unique opportunity for parents to have a voice in improving their schools. The 20-minute research-based survey will help District 73 identify strengths and weaknesses in its schools’ learning environment.

Foundation Members Sought

Foundation Application

The Education Foundation is coming to Hawthorn.  Hawthorn is starting an Education Foundation to raise private sector funds to support the goals of our Strategic Plan.  Currently, we are looking for inaugural Board Members to kick off 2017.

Profile of the Successful Board Member:  The minimum time commitment for a board member includes 3 annual meetings per year, which will take place once a trimester at the District Office (841 West End Court, Vernon Hills).  The Foundation’s success in building and maintaining community support will come from board members that are able to make significant contribution of time and resources, have the determination to complete projects in a timely way with little oversight, and, most importantly, have a passion for true excellence in education!

Qualifications:  A well-functioning school system benefits everyone in the district. Reflecting that community-wide impact, the board should consist of individuals with varied backgrounds and include parents, teachers, other licensed professionals, and representatives of local businesses. Everyone willing to roll up their sleeves is welcome! However, given the nature of our events and projects, we strongly encourage individuals to apply if they have specific experience in project management, public and media relations, fundraising, web design, and/or event planning.

Benefits of Board Membership:  Members receive no compensation for serving on the Foundation’s Board. Board Members do get opportunities to work closely with Hawthorn’s community and help to determine which projects, grants, and initiatives should receive Foundation sponsorship. Helping to create non-governmental financial support for the District is one of the most important and effective methods for fostering sustained academic excellence.

Board Member Application:  To begin the nomination process, please email a bio with the completed Board Member Application to Jill Martin at martinj@hawthorn73.org.  Dr. Martin can also be reached at 847 990-4800 (office). Once the information has been submitted an interview will be arranged.