Entries by Leslie Piotrowski

Eagle Chorus Performs at Globetrotters Game

The Dual Language/Townline Eagle Chorus was invited to sing the National Anthem at the Harlem Globetrotters game at the Allstate Arena during winter break. The students had the opportunity to meet the Globetrotters. A special thank you to parents for their support in transporting the chorus to the performance.

Special Visitor Stops by AJ Party

School of Dual Language students who belong to the Aprendiendo Jugando (Learning While Playing) program had extra special fun at their after school party on Dec. 17. It started out with pizza and snacks. Then, Santa Claus himself made a special visit, bringing huge bags of toys for each child. There was nothing but big […]

State Representative Visits

Fourth graders in the classes of Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Mejia and Ms. Brandt received quite a treat on Friday. Illinois State Representative Carol Sente stopped by to talk with students. She answered many questions about what her job was like and what motivated/inspired her to become a representative.  She also asked the students a number […]

Children Dance and Sing at Thanksgiving Performance

Kindergarten and first-grade students did a fabulous job singing songs and dancing in unison at the School of Dual Language’s Thanksgiving performance on Monday. The pieces they performed included “Five Little Turkeys” and “Turkey Trot Hokey Pokey.” Audience members were delighted to see their children perform.