News

October 31, 2022

We are looking forward to Halloween festivities on Monday.  Our parade will be outside, weather permitting, at 1:15.  Classroom parties will follow. Please see below for details. 

This week’s highlight is Ms. Komoda’s 3rd grade dual language class.  Students had fun writing in Japanese, completing animal research projects and learning about historical figures.  We hope you enjoy the room 221 highlight!

Please note that Monday, November 7th and Tuesday, November 8th are non-attendance days for students.  

Parking changes

The Village of Schaumburg has approved changes in parking on Lowell Lane and Norwood Lane.  Traffic can be congested on these streets with cars and buses.  The changes in parking can ensure traffic flow is smooth and the safety of our students is prioritized.  These changes will go into effect on November 21st.  Please see the image below to familiarize yourself with the adjustments.

map of parking changes

Veterans Day Concert: 3rd & 4th Grades

Our 3rd and 4th graders are so excited about their upcoming “Thank a Veteran” concert!  It will be at 7:00 p.m. on November 10th.  This year we are having the concert at Mead Junior High in Elk Grove.  We will also be having a Patriotic craft sale, which includes patriotic origami, magnets, necklaces, ribbons, etc.  These crafts were made in art class with Mrs. Thomas!  All proceeds will go to Honor Flight Chicago!  This is a very noble and respected organization that spreads awareness of the gratitude we owe our Veterans.  They fly Veterans to Washington D.C. for the day, to visit all the war memorials that have been created in their honor.  This is at no cost to the Veteran; it is paid for by donations that Honor Flight Chicago receives!

All our welcome to attend this Patriotic concert!  If you know a Veteran, please invite him/her also!  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Conrad.

Halloween

Dooley’s Halloween celebration will take place on the afternoon of Monday, October 31st. Students should bring their costumes to school on that day.  Costumes must go over their clothing.

We will have a costume parade that begins at 1:15 p.m., weather permitting.  We will parade outside of the building exiting the front doors, down Norwood Street to Bradford and back to the school.  Parents are welcome to watch our parade from the designated area outside the front of the school OR line up along Norwood Street.  Our staff and students enjoy spectators along the route. 

Halloween is a fun and special time of year for many children.  In order to ensure the safety and well-being of our children, please keep in mind the following considerations:

  • Weapons and ‘look alike’ weapons are prohibited
  • Refrain from costumes that depict violence (no fake blood or gore, please)

A party arranged by the PTA Halloween party planners and helpers will take place following the parade in classrooms.  Only party planners and party helpers who are assigned to support in classrooms will be allowed in the building during parties.

Dismissal for Monday, October 31st  will be at the regular time (3:00 p.m.).  Students will not be expected to change clothes prior to their departure.  We appreciate your support in following these guidelines so Halloween is enjoyable for all.  

Dooley PTA Information

Save the Date! – Trunk or Treat is on Friday 10/28 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. RSVP to let us know you are coming here! Trunk or Treat cannot happen without your help! Decorate your trunk and pass out candy. Register your car here. Not able to decorate your car but want to Volunteer for Trunk or Treat? We need people to help organize the fun. Get involved!  Click here #trunk-or-treat

Yearbooks are ready for pre-sale.  Head over to Treering and log in (the school code is in the link).  #yearbook

Reading recognition logs due 10/31! Remind your student to complete their reading log in order to earn their $1 Scholastic gift certificate to be used at the November book fair. 

For review, we have posted our 2022-23 PTA Bylaws and our Annual Budget.

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Illinois School Report Card

On October 27, 2022, the Illinois School Report Card was updated with information from the 2021-2022 school year.  On the Report Card, families can find information regarding their individual school data, including academic achievement, school environment, student demographics and educators.  Please reach out to your building principal with any questions.

Dates to Look Forward to

October 28:  Trunk or Treat, see PTA information above for details

October 31:  Halloween Parade (Weather permitting) @ 1:15

November 1:  Pajama Day

November 2:  Sports Day

November 3:  Crazy Sock Day

November 4:  Dooley Spirit Day

November 7:  Student Non-Attendance Day

November 8:  Student and Staff Non-Attendance Day

November 10:  3rd & 4th Grade, Thank a Veteran Concert, 7 pm @ Mead Junior High

November 21 – 25:  Student Non-Attendance Days

November 21 – 22:  Fall Conferences