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Annual Bateman Halloween Parade

10/30/2020

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Happy Halloween, Bateman!

Click on the photo above to enjoy the annual Bateman Halloween Parade!

To those who celebrate, we wish you a safe and happy Halloween!

VIEW PARADE HERE!

#BeBatemanStrong

Click here to see individual videos on Flip Grid!

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Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

We are always trying to improve our communication! If you have information to share with the Bateman Community, we would like to know! To submit an item for our twice-monthly Bateman Buzz, please send an email with the event details including date, time, and location. Any photos should be submitted in .JPEG format. Please submit by 5pm on Thursday and you might see it in the Bateman Buzz, Bateman Website, or on social media!

Join in the Virtual Halloween Parade!

10/29/2020

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Virtual Bateman Halloween Parade

Submit your Photo or Video Today!

The annual Bateman Halloween Parade Tradition dates back all the way before 1965! Don't miss your chance to be a part of the celebration...however you celebrate!

Deadline Extended:
By Friday, October 30th at 8am!

SUBMIT HERE!
The parade will be shared with classrooms to view together and
with the community tomorrow afternoon!
Students are allowed to wear appropriate costumes
as long as teachers are able to see the child's face!

#BeBatemanStrong
If you have any questions after reviewing the details below, please contact us at [email protected].

Need some help with

FlipGrid?

Click below for video directions!

How to Submit a Video
Click Here!

How to Include a Photo
Click Here!

THE PARADE WILL BE SHARED ON

Friday, October 30th!

Click Here to Join the Parade

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda Contest

10/27/2020

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Day of the Dead Ofrenda Contest

La celebracíon del
Día de los Muertos

We are so excited to see your ofrendas!
An ofrenda is an altar that gathers special items to honor the
memory of family or loved ones!

Be sure to email a picture of your Ofrenda by
Thursday, Oct 29th by 10PM to [email protected]

All pictures will be posted on our new Facebook Page: "Bateman BAC & PAC"
and the winner will be announced on Friday, Oct 30th.

#BeBatemanStrong
If you have any questions after reviewing the details below, please contact Ms. Liberto at [email protected].

Need some inspiration?
Click below for more details and inspiration!

How to Make an Ofrenda
Wondering what to include in your ofrenda? Follow along in the Google Slides with the BAC as they explain all of the important details and steps!

A Brief Explanation
Look at this brief explanation to learn more about Día de los Muertos.

A Celebration of Life
Learn how this holiday is a true celebration of life and all that the holiday entails.

Read Alouds
Check out these books that explain Día de los Muertos!
Click on each picture to take you to a virtual read aloud to enjoy with your family!

Día de los Muertos
by Roseanne Greenfield Thong

Introduces the day of the dead celebration with vibrant illustrations and catchy rhyme.
Presenta la celebración del día de muertos con ilustraciones vibrantes y rima pegadiza.

The Day of the Dead / El Día de los Muertos
by Bob Barner

A bilingual celebration of the holiday.
Una celebración bilnguë del día de muertos.

Winner Announced on

Friday, October 30th!

Click Here to Submit Your Ofrenda Picture

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

Bateman Buzz | 2020-2021; VOL 8

10/27/2020

BATEMAN BUZZ | VOL. 8
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Message from Administration

Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

We are so excited to announce that Bateman has been selected to be a 21st century community learning centers grant recipient through our community partner, North River Commission. The 21st CCLC grant is a federally funded grant dedicated exclusively to supporting after-school, before-school and summer learning programs on a year-round basis. This grant will provide Bateman $150,000 per year of student and family programming for the next five years. The opportunities this grant will afford the Bateman community is endless. We want to thank the North River Commission, as they are such a valuable partner in helping us to improve the experiences allotted to our children at Bateman. Find more information regarding the 21st Century Grant, visit the US Department of Education website.

When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween! Our priority is always for the safety of our students and school community. That being said, per the recommendation of the Mayor’s office and considering the safety of the Bateman community, we will be canceling the Halloween Parade. In lieu of the parade, the teachers are planning something extra special for our students to celebrate together and we will be hosting a Virtual Halloween parade! Please opt in to participating in our Virtual Halloween Parade by submitting a picture or video to the Halloween Parade Flip Grid! We will be sharing the final video Friday afternoon for all to share in the fun, see all of our students’ costumes, or however your family celebrates this time of year! Please submit your entry to the virtual parade by 3pm on Thursday, October 29th to be included in the video.

To those who celebrate, have a spook-tacular, boo-tiful, wooo-nderful, and fang-tastic Halloween and don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour on Sunday, November 1st!

Thank you for all you continue to do to #BeBatemanSTRONG!

Our best,

Georgia and Kate

We are Ready for Week 8!

For all Frequently Asked Questions and more, click the purple button below!

Staff Office Hours

How do I contact my teacher if I have a question?
Each Bateman teacher hosts office hours as an additional support for students and parents. These are included in weekly learning plans. If you need quick access, please click here to view when your child's teacher hosts office hours.

Parent Portal
How can I view my child's grades prior to progress reports?
You should have received a Progress Check-In Reminder email each Sunday evening, beginning on October 25th. It is important for parents to continuously monitor student growth and grades. You will receive this email on a weekly basis as a friendly reminder to check Parent Portal.

We encourage all families to opt in to Parent Portal on Aspen to view your child's grades weekly. This helps foster clear communication between teachers, students, and parents in order to support each child's success. Please visit the CPS Parent Portal page for more details regarding your account.

Parents are also invited to Google Classrooms as a guardian to view weekly updates and view missing assignments. Please speak to your child's teacher regrading access, if needed.

Bateman Elementary Remote Learning FAQs

Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!

This Week:
Essentials Week B
Click Here for Essentials Schedule

All Week: Virtual Bateman Mile
Wednesday, October 28th: Dine to Donate | Sonic: 1022 W Wilson Ave | All Day
Thursday, October 29th: Día de los Muertos Photos are due
Friday, October 30th: Virtual Halloween Parade | Classrooms

Looking Ahead:

Tuesday, November 3rd: No School | Election Day
Friday, November 6th: No School | School Improvement Day

Friday, November 6th: Virtual Bateman Mile Ends

On Our Radar:

Monday, November 9th - 13th: Virtual Spirit Week!
Monday, November 16th - Sunday, November 29th: Virtual Book Fair

What's the Buzz?

Upcoming Events
These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

More Information on the Virtual Bateman Mile

Bateman Mile Completion Form

Dine to Donate: Sonic!
Wednesday, October 28th | 1022 W. Wilson Ave

Did you know that Sonic is owned by a Bateman Community Member? Let's come together to support one of our own and all of our students by mentioning "Bateman" when you order! 15% will be donated back to benefit all Bateman students! This is an ALL DAY event!

Día de los Muertos Ofrenda Contest
Submit your photos today by Thursday, October 29th

Build your ofrenda to celebrate Dia de los Muertos with the Bateman BAC & PAC! Submit your photo to Ms. Liberto by Thursday, October 29th! The winner will be announced on Friday, October 30th.

Virtual High School Fair
Check it out TODAY!

Thinking about High School? Spend some time perusing the many high school options in the Virtual High School Fair! Click on the image below to enter the Virtual High School Fair. Please contact Ms. Rivera with any questions or concerns. If you were unable to attend the HS Application Update Virtual Meeting, please review the English Presentation and the Spanish Presentation.

Virtual High School Fair

Food Pantry
Each Wednesday morning at 9am

The Irving Park Community Food Pantry is located within the Emanuel United Methodist Church at 4256 N. Ridgeway (60618). They are open every Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. to noon and on the second Tuesday night of every month from 6 to 7:30 p.m..

If you live in area code 60618, please come in during their operating hours! They will set you up as a client for monthly food allotments based on your family size or direct you to a food pantry that serves your neighborhood. Please bring with you an ID Card and/or something with an address on it.

iCook Virtual Classes
Registration is Now Open!

Interested in having your child attend virtual courses with iCook? Click on the flyer below to register your child and look for the "Bateman" course! Sign up today to join in the Cooking or Kitchen Science course!

Scholastic Virtual Book Fair
Save the Dates: Monday, November 16th - Sunday, November 29th

The annual Fall Book Fair with Scholastic will be virtual this year! Check out some amazing books to purchase for your family at the Scholastic Virtual Showcase. More details to come!

Parent Organization Updates
Important future events & Ways to be Involved!

Local School Council

Please join us for our November virtual meeting on Wednesday, November 4th at 5:30pm.

LSC elections will take place on November 18th.

All parents/guardians will be sent a mail-in ballot with a pre-paid return envelope.
● The mail-in ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on the date of the election (either November 18 or November 19).
● Parents can also drop off their mail-in ballot at their school up to the date of the election.
● The district will use Aspen data to send every CPS parent or guardian a mail-in ballot and prepaid return envelope by the week of November 2.

To view the updates from Chicago Public Schools regarding LSC Elections, please click here in English and Spanish.

Bateman Boosters

BOOST YOUR BUSINESS

Bateman Community Business Directory

Do you wish you knew more about the amazing businesses and resources that are owned by and/or employ our Bateman families? Are you a worker or business owner who wants a free way to promote your workplace for the benefit of yourself and your community? Are you a close friend or family member of a Bateman area business owner who would benefit from being included in a no-cost local directory?

Click Here to Boost Your Business!

INCREMENTA TU NEGOCIO

El Directorio de la Comunidad de Bateman

Usted desearía saber más sobre negocios maravillosos y recursos que son propiedad o emplea a familiares de Bateman? Eres un trabajador o un dueño de negocio que quiere promover su lugar de trabajo gratis para el beneficio de usted o su comunidad? ¿Es usted un amigo cercano o un familiar de un dueño de negocio del área de Bateman que se pueda beneficiar de ser incluido en el directorio local gratis?

Click Here to Boost Your Business! - Spanish

BAC & PAC

Other Updates
Save the Dates, Community News, District Updates & much more!

Albany Park Scary-Safe Halloween Hunt!
Friday, October 30th from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

The Albany Park Mutual Aid Network is partnering to host BOTH an in person "Scary-Safe" Halloween Hunt and a goodie bag drop off. Information on the Scary-Safe Halloween Hunt is here. If you would like to request a goodie bag drop off, please fill out the link here or email or call the AP Mutual Aid Network at [email protected] or 312-854-9741. Also, please reach out if you would like to volunteer! Albany Park Mutual Aid Network is a collective of neighbors helping neighbors. If you’re interested in learning more, please email us at [email protected] and https://www.albanyparkmutualaid.com/

33rd Ward Halloween Space Activation
Friday, October 30th from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Join the Community Wellness and Safety Working Group, Roosevelt High School, and Albany Park Mutual Aid for a 33rd Ward Halloween Space Activation Event.

COVID prevention measures will be taken and hand sanitizing materials will be at the event. This is coordinated on the premise of violence prevention strategy of activating spaces in our community that are experiencing street violence. Our goal is to build community and facilitate a conversation about safety while having fun with neighbors, youth, and kids.

Activities Include:
1. Pumpkin painting
2. Costume contest- winner gets a gift card! * details soon
3. Thriller dance class- we will be dancing Michael Jackson's thriller with a neighbor leading the choreography
4. Albany Park Mutual Aid is coordinating a scavenger hunt
5. Roosevelt High School will host a drive-in movie night

FACE Workshops
Week of October 26th

As our district continues to navigate through the COVID-19 health crisis, we want our families and students to know we are here to support them.

Family and Community Engagement in Education has launched a series of virtual workshops to help families navigate this new normal. Virtual offerings will be curated by experts and include various topics in the following areas:

Academics
Arts and meditation
Socio-emotional support
Technology assistance
Direct access to experts from the field

More Questions? Email: [email protected]

Steimetz Virtual Open House
Thursday, October 29th at 6pm

Steinmetz College Prep will be holding a Virtual Open House on Thursday 10/29/20 from 6pm-7pm. 7th/8th graders and their families can learn more about Steinmetz College Prep. More information is available on our website (https://www.steinmetzcp.org) or via the link in the attached flyer.

Free English as a Second Language Classes
Pre-register Today for January - May classes!

Schurz Virtual Open House
Saturday, November 7th at 9:30am

We invite our prospective students and families to learn about the programs of study offered at Schurz High School! Come see what makes Schurz stand out from the rest! For more details and to register, visit: http://bit.ly/schurzopenhouse2020.

Lincoln Park High School Virtual Open House
Saturday, November 7 from 12pm - 2:30pm

Interested in Lincoln Park High School? Click to register for the Virtual Open House!

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

6th Annual Virtual Bateman Mile

10/23/2020

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6th Annual Bateman Mile

Join us for the 6th Annual
Virtual Bateman Mile!

While we wish our event could be held in-person, we are offering a virtual participation option for this school year. That means you will complete one mile on your own or with your family and friends, and then submit evidence of completion to Mr. Nowak.

ALL COMPLETION FORMS ARE DUE BY
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH!

#BeBatemanStrong
If you have any questions after reviewing the details below, please contact Mr. Nowak at [email protected].

Event Details

Participant Safety
When completing the event, you should follow all social distancing guidelines that are currently in place. Please participate safely, and with an adult or family member if you can.

Date
Complete 1-mile of running and/or walking between October 23 and November 6th. You choose the date!

Evidence of Completion
Click the link to this document Virtual Mile Completion Form to submit your results. In order to receive a completion certificate, you must complete the form and submit evidence of completion.
The completion form must be submitted by Friday, November 6, 2020.

Raffle
All students who complete the mile event and submit evidence of completion will receive a completion certificate and will be entered into a gift card raffle.

Additional Raffle Entries

Participants who meet any of the following criteria will be awarded an additional raffle entry:

1. Completes the event in a Halloween costume!
(photo must be included in the evidence of completion form)

2. Completes the event as one of the top 3 fastest times at each grade band!
(PK-2, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th)

3. Is a member of the homeroom with the most participants to complete the event!

Click Here to Submit Your Virtual Mile Completion Form

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

Virtual Apple Crunch 2020

10/21/2020

Bateman Buzz | 2020-2021; VOL. 7

10/20/2020

BATEMAN BUZZ | VOL. 7
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Message from Administration

Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

On Friday, October 16th, Chicago Public Schools released information regarding the updated Reopening Plan for Quarter 2. Kindergarten-8th grade students will remain learning remotely. Pre-Kindergarten students will launch learning on site, in person. We offer four PK classrooms at Bateman, all of which are included in the Chicago Early Learning Program. We will plan and collaborate with our PK team to set up this new learning model, safely. PK families, the district will be reaching out to you directly to indicate if you plan to send your child to school in person or select to opt-out of in person.

We will be hosting a Preschool Parent Forum on Thursday, October 22nd at 6:00pm to provide further details and respond to inquiries to the best of our ability at this time. We are asking that only preschool parents attend this meeting, as they are directly impacted by the news shared by the district. Please click here if you would like to attend the forum.

Please view the letter from the District in English & Spanish and learn more about the Quarter 2 Reopening Plan to remain informed.

Thank you for all you continue to do to #BeBatemanSTRONG!

Warmly,

Georgia and Kate

We are Ready for Week 7!

For all Frequently Asked Questions and more, click the purple button below!

Progress Reports

How will I receive my child's progress report?
Chicago Public Schools will be mailing all Progress Reports to the addresses on file in Aspen. If you need to update your contact information, please call the main office at 773-534-5055 or email [email protected]. If you do not receive your child's progress reports in the upcoming weeks, please inform the school.

How can I view my child's grades prior to progress reports?
**NEW**: You will be receiving a Progress Check-In Reminder email each Sunday evening, beginning on October 25th. It is important for parents to continuously monitor student growth and grades. You will receive this email on a weekly basis as a friendly reminder to check Parent Portal.

We encourage all families to opt in to Parent Portal on Aspen to view your child's grades weekly. This helps foster clear communication between teachers, students, and parents in order to support each child's success. Please visit the CPS Parent Portal page for more details regarding your account.

Parents are also invited to Google Classrooms as a guardian to view weekly updates and view missing assignments. Please speak to your child's teacher regrading access, if needed.

Bateman Elementary Remote Learning FAQs

Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!

This Week:
Essentials Week A
Click Here for Essentials Schedule

Friday, October 23rd: Virtual Latte with our Leaders | 8:30 am
Friday, October 23rd: BAC & PAC Meeting | 4 pm | Join Here!
Friday, October 23rd: Virtual Bateman Mile Begins!

Looking Ahead:

Wednesday, October 28th: Dine to Donate | Sonic | 1022 W Wilson Ave | All Day
Friday, October 30th: Staff Halloween Parade | 1 pm

On Our Radar:

Tuesday, November 3rd: No School | Election Day
Friday, November 6th: No School | School Improvement Day

Friday, November 6th: Virtual Bateman Mile Ends

Monday, November 9th - 13th: Virtual Spirit Week!

What's the Buzz?

Upcoming Events
These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Go CPS Now Open!
Monday, October 12th at 9am

The GoCPS application period for the 2021-22 school year opens at 9 a.m. on October 12, 2020, and closes on December 11, 2020, at 11:59 p.m. During this period, families can submit an application, select and rank programs and schools, and schedule any required admissions screenings, if applicable (i.e., admissions exams, auditions, information sessions, and interviews). This includes all perspective families that are outside of the Bateman Boundaries entering Kindergarten - Eighth Grade for the 2021-2022 School Year.

CPS will use spring 2019 test scores to determine tiers for 8th Graders.
During the selection process for selective enrollment and magnet schools, CPS considers each applicant’s “tier.” Find specific details on how CPS uses tiers during the selection process here.

Tiers are determined by five socioeconomic characteristics of a child’s address and test scores from their neighborhood schools. In these calculations, CPS typically uses NWEA MAP scores from the previous spring semester. However, because the NWEA MAP was not administered to CPS students in spring 2020, CPS will use spring 2019 NWEA MAP scores instead to update the 2021-22 tiers before the GoCPS application opens on October 12.

Click Here to Apply at Go CPS!

6th Annual Virtual Bateman Mile
Friday, October 23rd - Friday, November 6th

While we wish our event could be held in-person, we are offering a virtual participation option for this school year. That means you will complete one mile on your own or with your family and friends, and then submit evidence of completion to Mr. Nowak. If you have any questions after reviewing the details below, please contact Mr. Nowak at [email protected].

IMPORTANT EVENT DETAILS:
Participant Safety: When completing the event, you should follow all social distancing guidelines that are currently in place. Please participate safely, and with an adult or family member if you can.
Date: Complete 1-mile of running and/or walking between October 23 and October 31. You choose the date!
Evidence of Completion: Click the link to this document Virtual Mile Completion Form to submit your results. In order to receive a completion certificate, you must complete the form and submit evidence of completion. The completion form must be submitted by Friday, November 6, 2020.
Raffle: All students who complete the mile event and submit evidence of completion will receive a completion certificate and will be entered into a gift card raffle.
Additional Raffle Entries: Participants who meet any of the following criteria will be awarded an additional raffle entry:
-completes the event in a Halloween costume (photo must be included in the
evidence of completion form)
-completes the event as one of the top 3 fastest times at each grade band
(PK-2, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th)
-is a member of the homeroom with the most participants to complete the
event

Latte with our Leaders
Friday, October 23rd at 8:30 am

Join in a virtual open conversation with Bateman Administration! Ask questions, brainstorm, and hear from the school! No agenda.

Please RSVP Here! RSVPs are due by the Thursday prior at noon to receive the Zoom link to join!

October BAC & PAC Meeting
Friday, October 23rd at 4:00 pm | Join Here!

Join the Bilingual Advisory Committee and the Parent Advisory Committee for their monthly meeting. Please contact Ms. Liberto with any questions!

BAC 4:00PM - 4:45PM

Topic: Come meet your new Bilingual Advisory Committee Officers. Come learn about how to check to see if your child has submitted their homework in Google Classroom and MORE!

Tema: Ven a conocer a los nuevos presidentes del Comité Asesor Bilingüe. ¡Venga a aprender cómo verificar para ver si su hijo ha enviado su tarea por el Aula de Google y MÁS!

PAC 4:45PM - 5:30PM

Topic: BATEMAN Informational Meeting and meet your new Parent Advisory Committee Officers. Come hear about upcoming parent support workshops and more.

Tema: Reunión informativa BATEMAN y conozca a su nuevo Presidentes del Comité Asesor de Padres. Ven a escuchar las fecha, temas de los próximos talleres de apoyo para padres y más.

Staff Halloween Car Parade
Save the Date: Friday, October 30th at 1 pm

Please mark your calendars for a staff Halloween Car Parade! Students are invited to wear their costumes along the parade route sidewalks while socially distancing and waving hi to staff members who are able to attend! More details and parade route will be forthcoming! This event will take place of asynchronous instruction from 1pm - 3:15 pm on Friday the 30th.

Parent Organization Updates
Important future events & Ways to be Involved!

Local School Council

LSC elections will take place on November 18th. More information will be forthcoming from CPS. Our November virtual meeting will be Wednesday, November 4th at 5:30pm.

Bateman Boosters

BOOST YOUR BUSINESS
Bateman Community Business Directory

BAC & PAC

Other Updates
Save the Dates, Community News, District Updates & much more!

FACE Workshops
Week of October 19th

As our district continues to navigate through the COVID-19 health crisis, we want our families and students to know we are here to support them.

Academics
Arts and meditation
Socio-emotional support
Technology assistance
Direct access to experts from the field

More Questions? Email: [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE: Scholastic Virtual Book Fair
Monday, November 16th - Sunday, November 29th

The annual Fall Book Fair with Scholastic will be virtual this year! Check out some amazing books to purchase for your family at the Scholastic Virtual Showcase. More details to come!

Paper Shredding Event
Sunday, October 25th at 17th District Police Station | 9am - 12pm

Please join the 17th District and Jaimie Andrade for a Paper Shredding Event on Sunday, October 25th from 9am - 12pm in the Parking Lot of the 17th District Police Station (4650 North Pulaski Rd).

Lincoln Park High School Virtual Open House
Saturday, November 7 from 12pm - 2:30pm

Interested in Lincoln Park High School? Click to register for the Virtual Open House!

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

Bateman Buzz | 2020-2021; VOL. 6

10/12/2020

BATEMAN BUZZ | VOL. 6
BATEMAN WEBSITE | TRADUCIR ESTA PAGINA | TEACHER WEBSITES | REMOTE LEARNING

Message from Administration

Dear Bateman Families & Friends,

We would like to extend a heartfelt Congratulations to Ms. Valkanas, our 8th grade science teachers, on her retirement! After over 23 dedicated years at Bateman, we want to thank her for the enthusiasm and passion she has provided so many students throughout the years. She has touched us all with her love of science and we will miss seeing her smiling face each day. We want to thank her for all of her hard work and willingness to go above and beyond for each of our kids. Congratulations, Ms. Valkanas!

Wishing her endless days with her friends and family...including her Bateman Family! Please make sure to extend your congratulations and gratitude for her many years of service to our community!

Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, Mr. Parsons will he transitioning into the 8th Grade Science teacher role! Mr. Parsons has taught this cohort of students for the past few years and we know he will do great things to continue igniting critical thinking and investigative skills in each of our students!

Thank you for all you continue to do to #BeBatemanSTRONG!

Warmly,

Georgia and Kate

We are Ready for Week 6!

For all Frequently Asked Questions and more, click the purple button below!

Progress Reports

Bateman Elementary Remote Learning FAQs

Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!

This Week:
Essentials Week B
Click Here for Essentials Schedule

Monday, October 12th: Indigenous People's Day | No School

Looking Ahead:

On Our Radar:

Friday, October 30th: Staff Halloween Parade
Tuesday, November 3rd: No School | Election Day
Friday, November 6th: No School | School Improvement Day

What's the Buzz?

Upcoming Events
These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Back to School Forms
PAST DUE: Wednesday, September 23rd

Please make sure to complete your Back to School Forms! All forms must be submitted to the North office in person OR via email to [email protected] by Wednesday, September 23rd. If you did not have an opportunity to turn in your paperwork, please continue to bring them to the school or email. Preschool Families do not need to complete these again. Please click here for all forms and further information.

Click Here for Back to School Forms

Click Here to Apply at Go CPS!

Parent Organization Updates
Important future events & Ways to be Involved!

Local School Council

Thank you for all of the parents and community members who came to the LSC Candidate Forum on October 7th! LSC elections will take place on November 18th. More information will be forthcoming from CPS.

Bateman Boosters

DINE TO DONATE

Sonic - 1022 W Wilson Ave
Wednesday, October 28th - ALL DAY
Mention "Bateman" - 15% will be donated back to benefit all Bateman students

Did you know this Sonic is owned by a Bateman Community member? Want to promote your business? Keep an eye out next week for more info...

2020/2021 BATEMAN COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Be on the lookout in next week's Buzz for our business submission form.
#BatemanStrong #BeBateman

BAC & PAC

Other Updates
Save the Dates, Community News, District Updates & much more!

Virtual After-School Math Program

We invite you and your student to participate in a free, virtual math program (October 13-December 18, 2020) that combines online math education and live tutoring from experienced Blueprint math tutors! We are here to provide extra educational support to your student during this challenging school year.

Click below to learn more and to register!

Click Here to Register for After School Math Program

Flu Shot Events
Saturday, October 17th at Albank | 10am - 12pm

Have you received your flu shot yet? Please come to Albank ( 3400 W. Lawrence) in the parking lot to receive your flu shot from 10am - 12pm!

Chicago Public Library: Reading for Change

Change begins when you hand the right book at the right time. That time is now. The Chicago Public Library Foundation is launching Reading for Change—a campaign dedicated to expanding access to racial justice literature that will engage Chicagoans in critical conversations about race.

With your support, Reading for Change will ensure that literature and education around systemic racism is widely available—without a waitlist and across age groups—to anyone seeking to read, engage, and act towards positive social change.
Read. Engage. Act.

Click here to support Bateman through Amazon Smile!

Click here to support Bateman Teacher Donors Choose Projects!
Even one dollar will bring a teacher closer to fully funding their project!

Do you have news to share?

Bateman Buzz | 2020-2021; VOL. 5

10/6/2020

BATEMAN BUZZ | VOL. 5
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Message from Administration

Dear Bateman Families & Friends,

We hope you are all well and enjoying the beautiful new colors of fall that have blanketed our city!

Over the past several years, one of our instructional foci within our CIWP Curriculum & Instruction Priority has been making learning relevant to the students we see in front of us each year! We are incredibly proud of the immense reflection and revision our educators practice each year to ensure that themes, lessons, and mentor texts represent relevant events, as well as the cultures, languages, family structures, and practices of the students in their classrooms. In an effort to be inclusive, our school strives to reach the highest level of Banks Theory of Multicultural Reform, in which celebrations of cultures and language occur often and are integrated naturally on a daily basis. Some of the ways our teachers have been infusing Hispanic Heritage Month in daily lessons include the following:

Mentor Texts and Read Alouds featuring Latinx Authors and Honorable Characters
Highlighting Latinx community contributors and reading articles featuring their work
Singing Songs and Welcoming one another in a multitude of languages
And Much More!

We will continue to spotlight our classrooms as we celebrate the rich cultures of our school community. Below is a poem from 7th grade in analyzing identity and uncovering imagery!

Thank you for all you continue to do to #BeBatemanSTRONG!

Warmly,

Georgia and Kate

We are Ready for Week 5!

For all Frequently Asked Questions and more, click the purple button below!

Progress Reports

Bateman Elementary Remote Learning FAQs

Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!

This Week:
Essentials Week A
Click Here for Essentials Schedule

Wednesday, October 7th: Virtual LSC Meeting | 5:30 pm
Wednesday, October 7th: Virtual Bateman Boosters Meeting | 6:30 pm
Wednesday, October 7th: Progress Report Grade Entry Deadline
Friday, October 9th: Extra Materials Pick Up | 8:30 am - 4 pm
Friday, October 9th: Bateman Wear Orders Due

Looking Ahead:

Monday, October 12th: Indigenous People's Day | No School

On Our Radar:

Friday, October 23rd: Virtual Latte with our Leaders | 8:30 am
Tuesday, November 3rd: No School | Election Day
Friday, November 6th: No School | School Improvement Day

What's the Buzz?

Upcoming Events
These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Bateman Wear Orders
Tuesday, September 19th - Friday, October 9th

Show your Bateman Pride this Fall with the latest Bateman Wear Fall/Winter line! This year's collection includes a Crewneck Sweatshirt ($20), a Hoodie Sweatshirt ($20), a Long-sleeve Shirt ($12), and a T-Shirt ($8)! Adult and youth sizes are available for all options. Check out a sample of the Long-sleeve Shirt below:

CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR ORDER

October LSC Meeting
Wednesday, October 7th at 5:30 pm | Join Here

Please join us for the monthly LSC Meeting. All are welcome to attend meetings to learn more about the Bateman experience, share ideas and feedback, and celebrate news with the community. If you are not able to attend, the agenda and previously approved minutes are available on the Bateman website. We hope to see you there!

Click Here to View the October LSC Agenda

October Bateman Boosters Meeting
Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30 pm | Join Here

Please join us for the monthly Bateman Boosters Meeting! Come learn how to get involved in our wonderful neighborhood school!

Supporting Our Families
**LAST WEEK TO COMPLETE FORM**

The pandemic has impacted families on multiple levels. As one school community, we are encouraged by the amount of families that have reached out to support one another. Since we cannot see one another on a daily basis at drop offs and pick ups, it is important for open communication, especially when families are in need of support. Please indicate whether your family is in need of support or if you are a family who can provide support. Further information and next steps will be forthcoming once we receive sufficient responses from families.

Family is IN NEED of support

Family CAN PROVIDE support

Click Here for Back to School Forms

Parent Organization Updates
Important future events & Ways to be Involved!

Local School Council

Thank you for all of the parents and community members who turned in candidate forms to become a perspective LSC Member!

The Candidate Forum will occur on October 7th during our Virtual October LSC meeting to give our community the opportunity to hear from prospective members. LSC elections will be held during report card pick-up days this fall, which will take place on November 18, 2020.

Newly elected LSC members will be inaugurated on January 10, 2021 and will begin their roles on January 11, 2021.

Bateman Boosters
We look forward to seeing you all at our next meeting on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30pm. Email the Bateman Boosters if you have any questions about joining!

BAC & PAC

Congratulations to our newly elected officials in Bateman's Parent Advocacy parent organizations! We are fortunate to have you to guide parent workshops and support throughout the year! Interested in attending a meeting? Check the Bateman Calendar or contact the President & Chair!

Other Updates
Save the Dates, Community News, District Updates & much more!

Face 2 Face Parent Workshops

FACE (Family and Community Engagement) are back with more support for you! This week they feature:

Virtual Meeting Tips
Title I Orientation for new PAC members (more sessions coming through October and November)
Chicago Connected: A conversation about the program that offers internet at no cost to eligible families for up to four years.

Check out previously recorded workshops at the FACE Youtube Channel!