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Degerberg Academy Teams Up With WatersToday

12/17/2015

DEGENBERG ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS FUNDRAISER
December 1 - February 1
Degerberg Academy - 4717 N. Lincoln Ave
Degerberg Academy is offering six weeks of Martial Arts Lessons for $69 with 100% of payment going directly to Waters. Enroll anytime from December 1 through February 1 and attend three classes per week (18 classes total). Uniform is included (donated by Degerberg). Classes offered throughout the week and on Saturdays.
Offer for new students only. Call to set up first class: 773-728-5300.

Get in the Holiday Spirit

12/14/2015

HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES
Wednesday, December 16 Waters Gym – 8:45 a.m. and 2:00 p.m
Grades performing: K, 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th
Thursday December 17 Waters Gym – 8:45 a.m. and 2:00 p.m
Grades performing: 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th

This year Waters is presenting a holiday performance from every class in the school. Half the grades will perform on the first day and the other half will perform on the second day. Arrive early! Parents are encouraged to attend only one performance per child.

WATERS SCHOOL SPIRIT
WatersToday presents several items for sale at the holiday performances. Stop by for a mug, water bottle, magnet or pen, along with men's and women's t-shirts, all with the Waters "W" logo. Proceeds go to WatersToday, to support programming at Waters Elementary. Cash, check or charge accepted.

Parent Leadership Network Meeting: December 15th

12/14/2015

The next CPS Network 2 Parent Leadership Network Meeting is:
Tuesday, December 15
9:30am – 11:00am
Amundsen High School
5110 North Damen

· Meet parents from neighboring Network 2 schools
· Share best practices and develop your leadership
· Bring ideas back to engage your school

Elizabeth Stranzl, Network 2 Social and Emotional Specialist
Restorative Justice Practices
“It’s More Than a Peace Circle”

This meeting is open to all parents

Coffee and Mugs

12/13/2015

PRODUCT PICKUP AND MUG SALES
Monday, December 14
Colectivo Coffee will go home with students today. If you placed a coffee order and your child does not bring it home tomorrow, please contact Anna Harris to make alternate arrangements for pick-up. We also have a few orders with no name on them; please stop by for pickup or contact Anna Harris.

Looking for the perfect coffee mug to pair with your coffee purchase? Look no further! Waters branded coffee mugs will be for sale next week on Monday and Tuesday afternoon from 3:00-3:45 p.m. Mugs are $15 each.

Art Show Appreciation

12/13/2015

Mrs. Termini and Mrs.Vecchioni send a tremendous thank you to all of the parents, students and staff that made the "Dear Vincent... " exhibit opening such a success! Bravo! Special thanks to Molly Buren, Clayton Miller and Bill Keller – we couldn't have done it without you! Our artworks will be up through the first week in January – stop by if you have a chance.

Regional Science Fair Judges Needed

12/13/2015

Our regional science fair needs judges! Whether or not you were able to judge at our school fair, this would be a great opportunity to participate in the next level of Science Fair. We had a record number of judges this year and it would be great if we could help our regional fair do the same. The regional science fair will be held at Truman College on February 5, 2016 starting at 8:30 am.

Please use this link for more specific information and to sign up and contact Mrs. Ballasch with questions.

Carbon Monoxide Update

12/13/2015

Due to the recent press about CO poisoning in CPS schools, Principal Crespo offered this info to address parent concerns (Q & A covered at recent LSC meeting):

Q1. Where are the carbon monoxide detectors located?
A1. One on each (3) floors, in addition, one in gym, one in annex, one in boiler room

Q2. What is the plan if the alarms sound?
A2. Evacuate immediately, pull fire alarm, first responders move in, we walk to nearest neighborhood school.

Q3. When was the last time the boiler was inspected?
A3. Summer inspection, we receive a certificate each year for boiler inspection.

Q4. Are the teachers educated in the symptoms of CO poisoning & what to do?
A4. Yes, if the alarms sound, we evacuate immediately.

Q5. Who will replace the batteries and how often?
A5. Engineer replaces batteries every 6 months, and inspects the detecters every month per Mrs. Crespo’s request.

Q6. Who will shut off the boiler (or whatever is necessary) if the part-time engineer is not on the premises when the alarm sounds?
A6. First responders will address boilers upon arrival.

Girls' Basketball Game Time Change for Monday

12/13/2015

Hello basketball families! Our girls' home games happening tomorrow, Monday Dec 14, have new start times. The 5/6th grade girls will start at 4pm and the 7/8th grade girls will follow at approximately 5pm. This earlier start time only applies for tomorrow. Thank you for all of your support and assistance this season, it is appreciated. We hope to see you at the game! Go Wildcats!

Science Fair News

12/13/2015

Last week, Waters School held our annual Middle School Science Fair. These projects were officially judged to determine who would go on to the Regional Science Fair. Here are the results of the Middle School Science Fair:

Sixth Grade Winners
1st Place – Kayla T. (305)
2nd Place TIE – Avery G. (305) and John W. (309)
3rd Place – Grace M. (309)
4th Place – Ben M. (309)

Seventh Grade Winners
1st Place – Laura B.(302)
2nd Place – Perla R.(303)
3rd Place – Sofia R. (302)
4th Place – Nicole S. (303)

Eighth Grade Winners
1st Place – Paula T. (311)
2nd Place – Violet F. (311)
3rd Place – Jahaira B. (311)
4th Place – Irma G. (311)

Our students overall did an exceptional job, but four projects stood out to the judges and will go on to represent Waters School at the Regional Science Fair held at Truman College in February. These students are: Paula T. (311/8th), Laura B. (302/7th), Perla R. (303/7th) and Kayla T. (305/6th). Good luck to all of you!

We would also like to thank all of the parents, community members and teachers who helped with projects, judging and coming out to encourage our students. Your support is always appreciated and this year we had a record number of judges! If you have science fair questions, please contact Mrs. Ballasch at mfballasch@cps.edu.

Kudos to ALL of our hardworking Waters Wildcat scientists!

Book Fair Success Brings More Books to Waters

12/13/2015

Did you know that the Scholastic Book Fair is actually a fundraiser for our school? Thanks to all of you we sold over $12,000 in books and other items which translates into 6,000 Scholastic Dollars back to Waters to purchase books for classroom libraries! This could not have been possible without all our tremendous volunteers - thank you so much. And a special shout out and extra thank you to our book fair organizers: Denise and Robert Sebanc. Look for the popular Buy One Get One Free Book Fair in the Spring, just in time for Summer reading.

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Degerberg Academy Teams Up With WatersToday

Get in the Holiday Spirit

Parent Leadership Network Meeting: December 15th

Coffee and Mugs

Art Show Appreciation

Regional Science Fair Judges Needed

Carbon Monoxide Update

Girls' Basketball Game Time Change for Monday

Science Fair News

Book Fair Success Brings More Books to Waters

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