Students jumping rope

Jumping Rope for a Good Cause

Students at the School of Dual Language, including these third graders, are getting exercise and helping others at the same time through their involvement in the Kids Heart Challenge benefiting the American Heart Association. The program teaches kids jump rope skills and helps prepare them for success through physical and emotional well-being, while raising funds to fight heart disease.

students in spelling bee

Spelling Bee Challenges Students in More Ways Than One

A group of fourth and fifth grade students participated in the School of Dual Language’s spelling bee on January 17. This event not only tests students’ ability to spell, it tests their ability to stay calm and focused as they stand in the spotlight. The students did a great job as they moved through round after round, spelling words such as dainty, garland, batteries and filters. By round 13, the contest was down to four students. A few rounds later, Campbell F. won by spelling the word legend. Maeve M. came in second and Lucas J. came in third. Congratulations to all the students.

Teachers wrapping gifts

Wrapping Gifts for a Good Cause

For Monday’s Aprendiendo Jugando (Learning While Playing) party, teachers at the School of Dual Language gave up some of their time after school one day to wrap the hundreds of gifts that generous families donated to make the holidays a little more special for the AJ students.

Students collecting items for food drive

Food Drive Gives Back to the Community

Fourth and fifth grade students who volunteered to be part of the Project Change program enjoyed the opportunity to give back to the community. Early in the morning of December 5, approximately 50 students went from floor to floor at Townline and the School of Dual Language, collecting boxes of nonperishable food items and supplies, such as toothpaste and pancake mix, from approximately 38 classrooms. They piled the items into a truck bound for the Sharing Hands Food Pantry. The items will go to community members in need. Many thanks to all the families at both schools that provided items for the food drive, which began in mid-November.

Students providing presentations

Students Give Presentations on Character Development

Groups of students in Ms. Govostis’ third grade class at the School of Dual Language gave presentations on character development in fiction writing. They presented colorful collages depicting scenes from the book “I Survived the Great Chicago Fire” and discussed how the characters in the book developed over time.

Students in Thanksgiving program

Thanksgiving Program is a Hit

Kindergarten and first grade students at the School of Dual Language put on quite a wonderful Thanksgiving program on Friday. They sang, danced and recited poetry. What a display of talent.

Coco film photo

Enjoy a Night of Culture with “Coco” in Spanish, Dec. 13

The School of Dual Language is offering a special cultural night on Friday, Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The school will feature the movie “Coco” in Spanish. Bring a blanket and wear your favorite pajamas. For more information, please review the flyer in English or Spanish.

State Representative Didech with students

State Representative Visits School of Dual Language

Illinois State Representative Daniel Didech visited fourth grade students at the School of Dual Language as part of a social studies unit. Students learned a lot about his job and about the branches of the U.S. government.

Students at the Chicago Botanic Garden

A Great Day for a Field Trip

Second graders at the School of Dual Language received a special treat on Monday. They visited the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe. They participated in an engaging class where they studied seeds, which is part of the current science unit. They also had time to walk around and enjoy the gardens.

Students learning about pumpkins

A Visit from the Pumpkin Lady

Just in time for Halloween, the Pumpkin Lady (Jody May from the Lake County Farm Bureau) taught students in three classes, including Ms. Lara’s first grade class, about pumpkins. She read a book about seeds, and explained the process of how a pumpkin grows. Students were surprised to learn that farmers in Illinois grow more pumpkins than in any other state. Then it was time for a fun activity. The students put together their own colorful collages illustrating the growth process. Everyone had a good time.