Dear Palombi families:
This month we are working hard to demonstrate the outstanding implementation of our Leader in Me program by our students and staff. We have applied for Lighthouse Certification and will be going through the process with Franklin Covey on Tuesday, April 30th. Lighthouse Certification is a recognition awarded to schools that have successfully implemented the Leader in Me program and demonstrated outstanding results in student leadership, culture, and academics. Lighthouse Certification is a prestigious recognition that signifies the school's commitment to student leadership and excellence.
We are looking for parents willing to volunteer 20 minutes of their time to participate in the Lighthouse Review on Tuesday, April 30th. This would include answering questions about your perception of how the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and our leadership opportunities have benefitted your student(s). Please reach out to Mrs. Melissa Rhodes, Dean of Culture and Student Discipline (mrhodes@district41.org) if you are interested in participating in the parent panel.
MRA Survey
As part of our implementation process and drive for continuous improvement, our school will be conducting surveys to learn more about key areas of strength and areas of needed growth.
If you decide to participate, you will be asked to complete a survey (without sharing your name or other identifying information) that will be available through the web link below. The survey is completely voluntary, but we do hope to get feedback from one member of every household.
The parent/guardian survey takes about 12 minutes to complete and will ask questions about your child and their experience in our school. If you have more than one child attending the school, you will be asked to think about the oldest child's experiences as you answer questions related to their growth. An email will be sent out on April 15th with the link.
Thank you!
Angela Sisi
Teacher Shout-Out
What is a Teacher Shout-Out?
A Teacher Shout-Out is an unsolicited special recognition that acknowledges a Palombi staff member who has really helped you or your student or has been highly effective and motivating. Our staff takes great pride in helping students achieve their potential. Take a few minutes and let a staff member know how much you appreciate their work by clicking this link.
Palombi Leaders Today and Tomorrow Wall of Fame
We are looking to add outstanding past students to our Alumni wall. If you know of any past alumni who are demonstrating leadership in any capacity, please complete the following form to nominate them. We are looking for past students who have demonstrated leadership qualities throughout the community and beyond to be displayed on a wall in the school. Leaders of Today and Tomorrow Nomination
April Habit of the Month
Students are currently focusing on Habit 6: Synergize for their Friday Focus. This is the habit of creative cooperation and it spotlights valuing differences.
You can discuss this habit with your student(s) by having conversations around the following bullet points:
We can do more together.
Each of us has different strengths and talents, and we celebrate our diversity.
Notes from the Office
Registration for 2024-2025 School Year
Leadership Expo
Please join us for our Leadership Expo on Wednesday, May 15, 3-4 pm to see how our Action Teams have been making an impact on our community this year. Please enter through the activity entrance.
Graduation
Graduation fees are due on April 19. If you ordered a gown the fee is $46, tassel only is $28. Graduation fees can be paid through your MySchoolBucks account. Please select the grad fee from the MySchoolBucks Store.
7th Grade Field Trip
7th grade field trip permission slip and payment window is now closed. We are working to finalize details that will be communicated shortly.
After School Enrichments
The form to sign up for session 4 enrichments is now available! Session 4 enrichments will begin the week of April 8th and end the week of May 13th. You may register your student by completing this Google Form and paying online through MySchoolBucks.com or with cash or check no later than Friday, April 5th! The following enrichments are being offered during this fourth and final session:
- Mondays: Gaming Club, Garden Club
- Tuesdays: CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, Gay-Straight/Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) (every other Tuesday)
- Wednesdays: Creative Writing Club, Guitar and Piano Lab, Movie Club
- Thursdays: Chess Club
In an effort to bring wrestling back to Palombi, there will be a wrestling clinic from May 20th to May 24th. The Clinic will be open to all Palombi students. Students will be able to sign up via Google forms which will be made available in the coming weeks
Health Office
Parents of 6th graders, please remember to turn in your student’s dental exam by May 15th.
Canned Food Drive
The Palombi Student Lighthouse Team is hosting our annual food drive from April 15th to April 26. All donations will go to the Lake County PADS, the Northern Illinois Food Bank, and the Lake County Animal Education & Rescue. First period classes will be competing to see who can collect the most products. The winning class (based on ratio) will receive a breakfast celebration. Let’s feed our neighbors (and pets) in need! If you have any questions please contact Ms. Gama at cecilia.gamamendoza@district41.org.
Palombi Players
Palombi Players have been hard at work preparing for “Shrek Jr.” on Friday, May 10th at 7 pm and Saturday, May 11th at 2 pm and 5 pm. Tickets will be available for purchase at the end of April. Please reach out to Ms. Dahowski (emily.dahowski@district41.org) with any questions.
The Palombi Student Lighthouse Team would like to invite everyone to the Color Run on Saturday, May 18th at 10 AM! This family walk/run event is for all District 41 students, families, and staff. Check-in will be in the bus parking lot which is where the race will begin. The run/walk will start with a color celebration. The route will be marked and there will be volunteers throughout the race to continually throw color at participants. Click on this link to access the Paper Registration Form OR you can complete the form at MySchoolBucks.com. Early registration ends on May 3rd and payments can be made with cash, check (made out to District 41) or online at MySchoolBucks.com. We are very excited and hope to see you there! If you have any questions please email Ms. Gama at cecilia.gamamendoza@district41.org
8th Grade Dinner Dance
This year’s 8th Grade Dinner Dance is being held at the Valley Ridge Golf Course on May 24, 2024 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. There will be more details provided next month, however please reserve the date on your calendar so your child does not miss out on this memorable event.
Information from the High Schools
Lakes Community High School is excited to share their summer athletic offerings. Please click here for information on the summer camps.
Lakes Community High School Dance Team
Attention 8th graders that will be attending LCHS: if you are interested in Dance Team, tryouts are coming soon! Tryouts are for both Sidelines (dance at the home football games in September and October) and Competition Team (compete for IHSA Dance winter season, November to January).
Parent/Student Info Meeting: May 1, 6pm, Lakes Cafeteria
Clinic: May 6th & 8th, 5-7pm, Fieldhouse
Tryout: May 9th, 5-7pm, Gym
For any questions, please e-mail Coach Broman: nicole.broman@chsd117.org
Grayslake North is excited to once again offer summer camps for our students and community. Click on the Summer Camp Program to find information about what sports are being offered as well as dates, times and costs. If assistance is needed with the fee, please contact each program head coach listed on the flyer.
You can register for Summer Camp 2024 HERE.
Thank you for your continued support of our programs. Contact the Athletic Office with any questions, 847-986-3100 x5020.
8th grade ELL students visit Grayslake North
8th Grade ELL students, attending Grayslake North next year, are invited to visit the high school on Thursday, April 18, from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Students who return their permission slips by April 12, will be able to meet Grayslake North teachers and students, take a tour and ask questions. Mrs. Scott will chaperone the field trip. Please contact her with any questions. kscott@district41.org (847) 356-2118 x51802
IMPORTANT DATES
Links to all dates can be found here: Palombi Full Calendar of Events
Apr 8 School Board Meeting, 7:00pm
Apr 15 Spring Picture Day for 6th and 7th Grade
Apr 18 8th Grade ELLs to Grayslake North, 9:30-11:30 am
Apr 18 PTO Meeting - Palombi Library 5:15 p.m.
Apr 22 School Board Meeting, 7:00pm
Apr 24 D117 Choir Festival
May 6 School Board Meeting, 7:00pm
May 10 Palombi Players, 7:00pm
May 11 Palombi Players, 2:00pm and 5:00pm
May 15 Leadership Expo - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
May 18 Color Run, 10:00am
May 20 School Board Meeting, 7:00pm
May 22 7th Grade Field Trip - Discovery World Museum
May 24 8th Grade Dinner Dance 6:00pm-9:00pm
May 27 Memorial Day - No School
May 28 8th Grade Picnic
May 29 Graduation Practice @ Lakes H.S. 9:15 - 11:15
May 29 Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony - 7:00 p.m. @ Lakes H.S.
May 31 Move-up Day
May 31 6th Grade Picnic
May 31 7th Grade Picnic
Jun 3 Last Day of School