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Bateman Buzz | 2022-2023; VOL 17

5/22/2023

Bateman Buzz | 2022-2023; VOL 17
BATEMAN WEBSITE | TRADUCIR ESTA PAGINA | TEACHER WEBSITES | CONTACT US

Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

The end of the year has brought many celebrations to our community! What a joy to join together to honor the accomplishments of our students, educators, and community members at large!

We are grateful to those who planned and attended the annual Spring Fling last Friday! Whether you joined the event in person or contributed online, your support provided students with funds to update our performance space...the Bateman Auditorium. We are eager to share next steps with you all!

Speaking of the Auditorium...last week, the space was filled with wall to wall audiences on two separate occasions. In partnership with the Lyric Opera of Chicago, our 2nd Graders performed their student-created Latin American Adapted Legends and our Bateman Band, Choir, and Joffrey Ballerinas performed in the evening. Please click below to view both events - you won't want to miss them!

PreK & Kindergarten Enrollment
We are looking forward to welcoming new cohorts of Bateman families in both Preschool and Kindergarten! We have been working closely with the Office of Early Childhood Education to prepare for our 120 new and returning Preschoolers for the upcoming school year!

We currently have just under 90 Kindergarteners enrolled for next school year. We are hoping to have all students enrolled by the end of the school year. Please reach out to Ms. Rivera with any questions and please help us spread the word!

Anticipated Transfers
Lastly, if your child/children are currently in K-7th grade but will not be attending Bateman next year please complete the Anticipated Transfer Form and stop by the main office to complete the transfer paperwork. Although we do not want to see any of our families leave, we do need documentation to ensure we can plan classrooms effectively and share student records with the new school. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Rivera at elrivera6@cps.edu.

Best regards,

Ms. Davos & Ms. Kloepper

Preschoolers releasing their butterflies!

Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!
2022-2023 CPS Calendar
[English | Español]
See further details regarding all of these events & more below!

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, May 24th: Bateman Boosters Meeting @ 6pm
Thursday, May 25th: Visual Arts Night @ 4:30pm

NEXT WEEK

Monday, May 29th: No School | Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 31st: 8th Grade Luncheon
Thursday, June 1st: 8th Grade Graduation
Friday, June 2nd: Be Bateman Quarter 4 Assembly
Friday, June 2nd: 7th Grade Field Trip | Lincoln Park Zoo
Friday, June 2nd: 4th Grade EOY Field Trip | Horner Park
Friday, June 2nd - Sunday, June 4th: Dine to Donate @ Khepri Cafe

LOOKING AHEAD

Monday, June 5th: Field Day
Tuesday, June 6th: Field Day (Rain Date)
Tuesday, June 6th: June LSC Meeting @ 4:30pm
Wednesday, June 7th: Kindergarten Celebration
Wednesday, June 7th: Last Day of School
June 12th - 23rd: FORGE Summer Camp @ Bateman

2023-2024 School Year
[View full 2023-2024 CPS Calendar Here]

Sunday, August 13th: 2nd Annual Back to School Campus Care Event
Friday, August 18th: Bateman Back to School Bash
Friday, August 18th: PreK & Kindergarten Orientations
Monday, August 21st: First Day of School
Monday, August 21st: Fall 23-24 FORGE Application Opens

Important Quick Links for Families
Sign up for Weekly Covid Testing
CPS Self Reporting COVID-19 Case
Update your child's Vaccination Card
Bateman Volunteer Interest Form

Upcoming Events

These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Kindergarten Enrollment
Enroll Today!

Do you have a future Bateman Kindergartener? Enrollment has begun for all in boundary Bateman Kindergarteners for the 2023-2024 school year! Please visit the Bateman Kindergarten Registration Page for all enrollment information!

Bateman Boosters Meeting
Wednesday, May 24th @ 6pm | Bateman Auditorium

Meeting Update! The monthly June meeting has been moved up to May 24th to finalize planning from Spring Fling. Please join us for our monthly meeting. We will meet in the Bateman Auditorium. Please enter through the doors on Sacramento. Bateman students, Bateman families, community members, teachers & staff are welcome to join. Kids are welcome Questions please reach out to us at friendsofbateman@gmail.com

Visual Arts Night
Thursday, May 25th at 4:30pm | Auditorium

The annual Bateman Visual Arts Night is quickly approaching! Please save the date to celebrate all of our Bateman Artists! Looking to help? Sign up here to help get the auditorium ready for this special event!

8th Grade Graduation
Thursday, June 1st at 9am | Auditorium

Dine to Donate: Khepri Cafe
Friday, June 2nd - Sunday, June 4th

Dine to Donate at Bateman Booster sponsor Khepri Cafe. Dine in or carry-out. You can place delivery orders through 3rd party vendors.

Friday June 2nd | 7am-5pm Sat & Sun June 3rd & 4th | 7am-4pm
4640 N Kedzie 802-208-7919
www.khepricafe.com/
Mention Bateman and 10% will go back to support All Bateman Students!

Save the Date: Field Day
Monday, June 5th | Bateman Playlot

Field Day 2023 is coming! We need YOUR help to make the day a success! If you are a cleared Volunteer and would like to help, please sign up here!

Kindergarten Celebration
Wednesday, June 7th at 9am | Auditorium & Turf

Save the Dates

School Tool Box Opening Soon!

2023-2024 Supply Lists

Bateman's Night Out with the Chicago Fire
October 7th, 2023

Join us for a Chicago Fire FC soccer match on October 7th to help support the Fire and Bateman PE and Athletics! We will receive $5 for each ticket sold, with the proceeds benefitting our Physical Education and Athletics Department. The match on October 7th is also Fan Appreciation Night!

Please click this link to view the match flyer: Bateman/Chicago Fire Flyer

Discounted tickets are available for purchase using the following link: https://fevo.me/bateman

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Nowak at jdnowak@cps.edu.
Thank you for your support, and Let's Go Blaze!

Local School Council Updates

BAC & PAC

Bateman Boosters
Wondering how you can get involved in Boosters? Email friendsofbateman@gmail.com!

THANK YOU to our AMAZING Bateman Community for making Spring Fling 2023 our biggest event yet!

Spring Fling is over and the auction is closed but there’s still time to participate! Every year our amazing Bateman teachers, Bateman parents and Bateman community members volunteer to host parties. The hosts come up with a fun party theme, provide materials, food, beverages and more. Then you buy a spot for the party and have fun! Since the parties are fully donated by the host all funds raised for sold spots go directly to supporting Bateman students!

Several parties have already sold out so get your spot before it's gone!

Buy-In for Bateman Experience Parties

TEACHER HOSTED

Get Your Strike On Bowling Party!
Soccer Skills
4th Grade Dance Blast
Kostume Karaoke & Pizza
5th Grade Treat Yourself
Horner Park Picnic
Spooky Halloween Party

PARENT HOSTED
CorePower Yoga
Old Irving Brewing Co Tour & Tasting
Yoga & Mediterranean Brunch
Koval Private Tour & Tasting
Learn the Art of Bundle Dyeing
Water Balloon Dodgeball & BBQ (family friendly)

Check out the full party descriptions on Friends of Bateman.
Purchase spots at Bidding Owl

(Please note that Teacher hosted experiences are grade specific. Please read the full description provided)

Spring Fling event program!

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Join us for our last meeting of the school year on Wednesday May 24th @ 6pm in the Bateman library.

Bateman Fathers' Club
Wondering how you can get involved in BFC? Email batemanfathers@gmail.com!

Golf Charity Event
Friday June 2, 2023

Are you a golfer? Bateman Fathers Club is hosting a golf charity event just in time for the warm weather! Please form a foursome, follow the link below, and secure a spot. If we can fill up all the tee times, we can make an upward of ~$800 to be donated to the Bateman Bench project!

When: Friday June 2, 2023
- 12pm Start w/ Tee Times Every 10 minutes, last one at 2:10pm
Where: Tam O'Shanter Golf Course (9 Holes) - 6700 Howard St. Niles, IL
What: Friendly game of golf, closest to the pin, longest drive, 50/50 raffle
How much: Individual Golfers $55 - Twosomes $100 - Foursomes $200 (carts included)

Additionally, the group will be gathering at Leader Bar for an after party, as we have held the outside patio from 3-5pm. Even if you aren't a golf fan, feel free to show up just for the get-together!

Excited? Here's what you need to do:

Sign Up here >> Secure your tee times (tee times are first come, first serve)
Send in your payments via VENMO @Taco92077 or 7736178644 (mention your name, and how many you have signed up for)
Work on your game

Contact the Fathers Club with any information, at batemanfathers@gmail.com.

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Father’s Club T-shirts are on sale!
Interested in purchasing some Father’s Club swag? If this is you, wait no more. BFC is gauging interests in selling long-sleeve T-shirts for yourself and/or for your little ones. All proceeds will be donated to Bateman Bench Project! Please respond to the survey below:

>> I'm interested in BFC swag!

Contact the Fathers Club with any information, at batemanfathers@gmail.com.

Community Updates
Updates from Chicago Public Schools & Our Community

North River Commission:

Donate to Support Migrant Families

North River Commission in collaboration with elected officials, local orgs, and neighbors is collecting donations to help new migrant families. We need your support to purchase medication, hygiene products, food, and educational materials to newly arrived families!

Drop off items at North River Commission Office, 3403 W Lawrence Ave Suite 201, Chicago IL 60625, the southwest corner of Lawrence and Kimball. Monday to Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm.

Call or text Erika to let her know you are dropping off: 872-257-8772

For monetary donations please clickhere.

Spring Fling 2023

4/28/2023

SPRING FLING
ONLINE AUCTION
OPENS MAY 5th

Spring Fling is coming up quickly!
Friday May 12th | 7pm to 11pm

Tickets are going fast - get them before they’re gone!

Purchase tickets or contribute to Sponsor a Teacher HERE.

Auction goes live Wednesday, May 5th.

Get geared up to bid on hundreds of fabulous items, including:

Gift cards for Girl & The Goat - Wherewithall - Gather and MORE!
Annual memberships at the Old Town School of Folk Music and Lincoln Park Zoo
Michigan Getaways
Chicago Fireboat Tours Cruise
Gift certificates to Dovetail Studios and Filament Theatre
Program credit for Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club
Bowling at Waveland Bowl
Bateman Blaze Swag
Health Coaching with Jenna Zaffino Studio
Tickets to Horner Park Brewfest

ONLINE Auction opens next Wednesday 5/3 and will close on Saturday 5/13 at NOON.

You DO NOT need to be in attendance at the event to fully participate in the online auction!

https://www.biddingowl.com/BatemanBoosters

Contact us at:
friendsofbateman@gmail.com
Visit us at:
https://www.friendsofbateman.org/spring-fling
Follow us on:
Instagram
Facebook

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!

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is Next Week!

4/26/2023

TEACHER & STAFF
APPRECIATION WEEK
May 8th - 12th

It's almost here! It's our favorite time of year when we get the opportunity to shower our Bateman Elementary School VIP's with our love and gratitude!

Check out what we have in store for our Star-Studded Cast!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

As a THANK YOU from the entire Bateman Community we are raising funds to give EVERY SINGLE BATEMAN TEACHER AND STAFF a gift card. That's 125 amazing people who guide and teach our favorite little humans. Every donation makes an impact!

Donations can be made via
https://donorbox.org/teacher-appreciation-2023-1

We also need YOUR TIME during May 8th-12th to help make this week picture-perfect! Please check HERE to sign up and celebrate our amazing Bateman Staff!

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 | 2022-2023; VOL 15

4/21/2023

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Bateman Buzz | 2022-2023; VOL 15
BATEMAN WEBSITE | TRADUCIR ESTA PAGINA | TEACHER WEBSITES | CONTACT US

Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

We hope you have had a great week! Get those calendars out...there are loads of great ways to build community throughout the next several weeks of Quarter 4. We encourage you to save the many dates below to celebrate a wonderful year together!

Community Feedback Survey
Family Engagement and Partnership is vital to ensuring the success of our school community! We are in the midst of planning for next year and would not be able to plan thoroughly without feedback from our parents and caretakers. Please take a moment to complete this brief survey to provide your insight by Friday, April 28th. We know that with your voice, we will be able to continue creating the best educational experience for our students!

Title IX & OSP Training
We have sent out several reminders that on Tuesday, April 25th, all students will be participating in Title IX and Office of Student Protections District Training. Please click here for more information. If you would like to Opt Out, please do so by Sunday, April 23rd.

Best regards,

Ms. Davos & Ms. Kloepper

Make sure to click on the "View Entire Message" link to read the entire Bateman Buzz!

THIS WEEK

Saturday, April 22nd: Earth Day Work Day

Thursday, April 27th: Boys Volleyball Game @ 5:15pm AT Blaine
Friday, April 28th: School Tour @ 9am
Friday, April 28th: Quarter 4 Progress Reports Distributed

Saturday, April 29 & Sunday 30: Shop to Donate - Clark Street Sports

NEXT WEEK
Week of the Young Child & Spirit Week!

Monday, May 1st: Boys Volleyball Game @ 4:30pm v Lincoln

Wednesday, May 3rd: LSC Meeting @ 4:30pm | RSVP Here
Wednesday, May 3rd: Bateman Boosters @ 6pm | Auditorium
Thursday, May 4th: Boys Volleyball Game @ 4:30pm AT Oscar Mayer
Friday, May 5th: School Tour @ 9am
Friday, May 5th: PreK Drive In Movie
Friday, May 5th: 8th Grade Cubs Game

Saturday, May 6th: Spring Craft Sale @ 10am

LOOKING AHEAD

Week of May 8th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Friday, May 12th: Mother's Day Breakfast
Friday, May 12th: Spring Fling @ 7pm | Burning Bush Brewery River Room
Saturday, May 13th: Girls on the Run 5k
Wednesday, May 17th: 8th Grade Algebra Exit Exam
Thursday, May 18th: International Night
Thursday, May 25th: Visual Arts Night
Monday, May 29th: No School | Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 31st: 8th Grade Luncheon
Thursday, June 1st: 8th Grade Graduation
Monday, June 5th: Field Day
Wednesday, June 7th: Kindergarten Celebration
Wednesday, June 7th: Last Day of School

Important Quick Links for Families
Sign up for Weekly Covid Testing
CPS Self Reporting COVID-19 Case
Update your child's Vaccination Card
Bateman Volunteer Interest Form

Upcoming Events

These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Kindergarten Enrollment
Enroll Today!

Earth Day Work Day
Saturday, April 22nd from 9am - 12pm

Come join the fun on Saturday morning! Help us keep the Bateman grounds clean, fix up the garden beds, and participate in fun Spring crafts! We hope to see you there!

School Tours | Upcoming Dates

Calling all prospective families! Are you interested in sending your child(ren) to Bateman? Come see what we have to offer at our wonderful neighborhood school! Please join us for an in person tour to learn more about the Bateman Community! If you are considering Bateman for your family, please plan to attend! Enter through Door 1 and check in the North Foyer.

Next Tour Dates:
Friday, April 28th
Friday, May 5th
Friday, May 19th

Preschool Application Update

Chicago Early Learning programs have long-term benefits for children and prepare them to develop the social and emotional skills they need to succeed.

We offer high-quality early learning programs in every Chicago neighborhood, including CPS free full-day programs for every four-year-old and low-cost options for children under four at Community-Based programs.

The citywide Early Bird Application Window for the upcoming school year opens on April 11th - May 2nd. Need to apply to a program for the current school year? You can apply now on our website or by scheduling a time to visit your preferred program.

Please Note: Families who apply for the current year may need to reapply for the Fall.

**Current Half Day Bateman Families who intend to continue at Bateman do not need to re-apply.**

Spring Craft Sale
Saturday, May 6th at 10am | Auditorium

Calling all vendors! If you are still interested in joining us for this event, please click here to access the application! Please submit it to the south office ATT: Linda . If you have submitted your application but not your payment please do so as soon as possible, applications are now open to everyone. If you know of any other Craft/Vendors that are interested in participating, please share this application! Please contact Linda M with any questions or concerns!

Reporting Absences
Live on Aspen NOW!

E-Absence – a new way to report absences – is now live! You can now submit, schedule, and track student absences through the Aspen Parent Portal. That means no more making last-minute phone calls or completing paper forms.

E-Absence joins a collection of Aspen features designed to make accessing important student information simple for parents and guardians. You can sign in to your account at ASPEN.CPS.EDU and start using the E-Absence feature today.

To access Parent Portal, you must:

● Be listed as a contact for your student in the Student Information System.
● Have a valid email in the student’s contact records.
● Request and submit the validation code sent via email.

Don’t have an account? Contact our school clerk to register for an account today. You can also learn more at cps.edu/pages/parentresources.aspx.

Save the Dates

Join the Bateman Community at the beautiful, brand new River Room at Burning Bush Brewery for a night of fun and fundraising benefitting all Bateman Elementary students.

Dinner from Big Star (tacos, chips, salsa and guacamole)
Open Bar (craft beer, wine, cocktails)
Desserts from Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes
Late Night Pizza from Pizza y Pan Pa’ Ya
Music by DJ Manny

Get your tickets here before they’re gone!

The ONLINE auction will open Wednesday May 3rd and will close on Saturday May 13th at NOON.

https://www.biddingowl.com/BatemanBoosters

Viernes 12 de mayo , 7pm-11pm

Únase a la comunidad de Bateman en el nuevoRiver Room en la cervecería Burning Bush para una noche de diversión y recaudación de fondos en beneficio de todos los estudiantes de Bateman Elementary.

Cena deBig Star (tacos, totopos, salsa y guacamole)
Barra Libre (cerveza, vino, cocteles)
Postre deBartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes
Pizza dePizza y Pan Pa’ Ya
Musica del DJ Manny

¡Todas las entradas incluyen comida, bebidas Y DIVERSIÓN ILIMITADA!

Save the Date: International Night
Thursday, May 18th at 5pm

It's Back! Please join us for Bateman's International Night on Thursday, May 18th! This is a fun event where families can stop by to explore cultural customs, traditions, and costumes in our Bateman community!
Stay for the whole time or browse a few tables!

Our hope is that it gives our families pride in their culture and gives everyone a valuable educational, cultural and social experience!

If you are interested in hosting a table, please sign up here! More details to come.

Save the Date: Visual Arts Night
Thursday, May 25th at 4:30pm | Auditorium

The annual Bateman Visual Arts Night is quickly approaching! Please save the date to celebrate all of our Bateman Artists! Looking to help? Sign up here to help get the auditorium ready for this special event!

Local School Council Updates

BAC & PAC

Bateman Boosters

Digital Sign

Does your Bateman student, family member, or neighbor have a birthday or other celebration coming up? Celebrate them in style by submitting a personalized message to be displayed on Bateman's gigantic digital sign, located right on Richmond Street! Spots are limited and can be reserved up to 3 weeks in advance. The cost is $10 per message. Use this form to submit a personalized message today!

¿Se acerca el cumpleaños u otra celebracion de su estudiante o miembro de la familia? ¡Celebren con estilo enviándole un mensaje personalizado en el gigantesco cartel digital de Bateman, localizado en Richmond Street! Hay espacios limitados y se tienen que reservar 3 semanas con anticipación. El costo es $10 por mensaje. ¡Utilice este formulario para enviar un mensaje personalizado hoy!

Get more information at the Bateman Boosters - Friends of Bateman website. You can also sign up to receive our informational emails. Fill out this FORM to be added to our email group and to let us know how you would like to get involved!

Community Updates
Updates from Chicago Public Schools & Our Community

OSP Training for All Students | Tuesday, April 25th

4/16/2023

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Dear Parents/Guardians,

The safety of our students continues to be of the utmost importance. The District’s Office of Student Protection and Title IX’s commitment to this endeavor includes providing training on preventing and reporting abuse to all Pre-K-12 CPS students.

The Office of Student Protection and Title IX (OSP) Sexual Misconduct, Title IX and Bias-based Behavior Student Training covers the following five learning objectives using developmentally appropriate language:

Students will understand CPS Title IX Policy and Discrimination Statement
Students will know who the Title IX Coordinator is, what OSP does, and how to get in touch with OSP
Students will understand what constitutes sexual harassment and bias-based harm
Students will be aware of the resources available to students who report sexual harassment, retaliation, or bias-based harm, including supportive measures pending an investigation
Students will know what to do if they believe they or other students have been subjected to sexual harassment or bias-based harm

The sessions have been broken down by grade and are all around 30-45 minutes. All Bateman students will participate in the district training on Tuesday, April 25th.

Parents have the right to opt-out of the Office of Student Protections and Title IX Student Training. If you choose to opt your child out please complete the Opt-Out Form.

If you wish to teach your child this material yourself, you can access the videos to the sessions on the OSP website at www.cps.edu/osp.

For questions about course content, please submit them here, and the OSP Training Team will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for making CPS a safe place to learn for our students.

Sincerely,

Georgia Davos and Kate Kloepper

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Queridos Padres/Madres/Cuidadores/Guardianes,

La seguridad de los estudiantes sigue siendo de suma importancia. La Oficina de Protección Estudiantil del distrito está comprometida a este esfuerzo e incluye el trabajo de proporcionar entrenamiento sobre la prevención y reporte de abuso a todos los estudiantes de grados K-12.

La Oficina de Protección Estudiantil y Título IX (OSP) Entrenamiento Estudiantil Protecting Chicago’s Children o Protegiendo a los niños de Chicago en inglés, cubre estos cinco objetivos de aprendizaje con lenguaje de edad apropiada:

Estudiantes entenderán la Declaración de No Discriminación de CPS
Estudiantes sabrán quien es su Coordinadora de Título IX, que hace la Oficina de Protección Estudiantil (OSP) y cómo ponerse en contacto con OSP
Estudiantes entenderan que constitute acoso sexual y daño basado en prejuicios
Estudiantes sabran que recursos estan disponible a estudiantes que reportan acoso sexual y retaliacion, o daño basado en prejuiciosincluyendo medidas de apoyo pendiente de una investigación
Estudiantes sabran que hacer si creen que ellos o otros estudiantes han sido sujeto de acoso sexual y daño basado en prejuicios

Las sesiones han estado agrupadas por grado y todos duran 30-45 minutos. Todos los estudiantes de Bateman participarán en el eltrenamiento en el martes, el 25 de abril.

Padres/madres/guardiánes tienen el derecho de voluntariamente excluirse del entrenamiento estudiantil de La Oficina de Protección Estudiantil y Título IX (OSP). Si opta por excluir a su hijo/a, devuelva el haz clic en este OPT OUT FORM.

Si desea enseñarle a su hijo/a este material usted mismo, puede acceder a los videos de las sesiones en el sitio web de OSP al www.cps.edu/osp.

Pueden hacer preguntas que tenga sobre el contenido del curso aquí, y el equipo de entrenamiento de OSP podrá contestarle lo más antes posible. Gracias por ayudar a hacer CPS un lugar más seguro para que nuestros estudiantes puedan aprender.

Atentamente,

Georgia Davos and Kate Kloepper

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Upcoming Dates at a Glance

4/11/2023

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Upcoming Dates at a Glance
Click here to access the Monthly Calendar and add events to your personal calendar!
See further details regarding all of these events & more below!

THIS WEEK

Monday, April 10th: Bateman Kindergarten Enrollment Opens [Click Here for more information]
Tuesday, April 11th: Chicago Early Learning Applications Open (PreK) [Click Here for more information]
Tuesday, April 11th: 23-24 Parent Feedback Form Sent via email
Wednesday, April 12th: April LSC Meeting @ 4:30pm [RSVP Here]
Wednesday, April 12th: Bateman Boosters Meeting @ 6pm | Auditorium
Thursday, April 13th: Fathers' Club Meeting @ 7:30pm | Leader Bar
Friday, April 14th: PAC Meeting @ 9am

NEXT WEEK

Saturday, April 22nd: Earth Day Work Day @ 9am | Bateman Grounds

LOOKING AHEAD

Friday, April 28th: Bateman Mile Walkathon
Saturday, May 6th: Spring Craft Sale @ 10am - 3pm | Auditorium
Week of May 8th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation
Friday, May 12th: Spring Fling @ 7pm | River Room
Monday, May 29th: No School | Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 31st: 8th Grade Luncheon
Thursday, June 1st: 8th Grade Graduation
Monday, June 5th: Field Day
Wednesday, June 7th: Kindergarten Celebration

Upcoming Events

These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration

3/30/2023

BATEMAN WEBSITE | TRADUCIR ESTA PAGINA | EDUCATOR WEBSITES | CONTACT US

April 10th - May 12th

Do you have an incoming Kindergartener and live within the Bateman attendance boundaries? Families living within the neighborhood boundaries of Bateman Elementary should register in boundary kindergarteners for the 2023-2024 school year starting Monday, April 10th! Please register as early as possible to help us with planning for the incoming Kindergarteners.

Step 1: Intent to Register Form
Click Here to Complete your Intent to Register

Step 2: Schedule an Enrollment Appointment
Click Here to Schedule your Appointment

Please help us spread the word to neighbors & community members! We are hoping to enroll as many kindergarteners as possible by May 12th!

Enrollment Appointment Details

Complete the CPS Enrollment Packet.
Click Here to Print Packet
We highly encourage you to print and complete the paperwork ahead of time for a smooth appointment. If you do not have access to a printer, we have plenty in the North Office!

At your appointment, parents or guardians will need to provide:

Your child's birth certificate
Your state issued identification
2 Proofs of address (Current utility bill, Illinois driver's license or State of Illinois identification card, Deed, Employee identification number, MediPlan/Medicaid card, Voter registration card, Court documents, Illinois Department of Public Aid card).

Please refer to Chicago Public School enrollment guidelines for more information.

Contact Evelyn Rivera at elrivera6@cps.edu with any questions or concerns.

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Spring Scholastic Book Fair

3/24/2023

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Volunteer for the Book Fair Here!

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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?

Bateman Buzz | 2022-2023; VOL 14

3/24/2023

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Bateman Buzz | 2022-2023; VOL 14
BATEMAN WEBSITE | TRADUCIR ESTA PAGINA | TEACHER WEBSITES | CONTACT US

Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

We hope you have had a wonderful week! The end of the quarter brings much to recognize and celebrate. Our students have been busy preparing for the Quarter 3 Showcase, exemplifying the Core Value of Kindness, cheering on our teams, and showing their knowledge on various assessments.

At Bateman, we believe in strong parent partnership in order to support each individual child. Next week provides a unique opportunity to meet with your child’s teacher to continue a collaborative nature between home and school. All are invited to attend Report Card Pick Up on Wednesday, March 29th. It is a vital time to discuss your child’s progress throughout the school year, celebrate their accomplishments, and set goals for the remainder of the year. Educators have sent sign up sheets via email to all parents. We encourage you to sign up for a time that works best for you - either in person or virtual.

At Report Card Pick Up, families will be able to peruse the Book Fair, find missing items from the Lost & Found, and check out Spring Spiritwear samples! We hope to see you there.

With Spring Break right around the corner, we want to take a moment to wish you a restful and fun week with your loved ones. We look forward to everyone returning to school with a rejuvenated spirit, ready to finish this year strong!

Best regards,

Ms. Davos & Ms. Kloepper

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THIS WEEK

**IAR Testing Window**

Week of March 27th: Scholastic Book Fair
Wednesday, March 29th: Report Card Pick Up
Friday, March 31st: Quarter 3 Showcase @ 8:45am
Friday, March 31st: Spiritwear Order Forms Due

NEXT WEEK

Week of April 3rd: Spring Break

LOOKING AHEAD

Monday, April 11th: Chicago Early Learning Applications Open (PreK)
Saturday, April 22nd: Earth Day Work Day
Friday, May 12: Spring Fling

Important Quick Links for Families
Sign up for Weekly Covid Testing
CPS Self Reporting COVID-19 Case
Update your child's Vaccination Card
Bateman Volunteer Interest Form

Upcoming Events

These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Reporting Absences
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Book Fair Volunteers Needed!
Sign Up Today!

The Spring Book Fair is quickly approaching! During the week of March 27th, students will visit the Book Fair with their class. We need YOUR help to make sure our students have a successful shopping experience! Please sign up today to volunteer!

Get Ready for the Book Fair
Tuesday, March 28th - Friday, March 31st

The Spring Scholastic Book Fair is next week! Start browsing books and set up your child's eWallet so they are ready to shop!

Browse Books

Set Up eWallet

Quarter 3 Showcase
Friday, March 31st at 8:45am

Come celebrate with us! Families are invited to attend an in person showcase in your child's classroom! Check out what they have working towards to take their learning public!

Spring Spiritwear Sale
Order Forms due March 31st

Take a sneak peek at the Spring Spiritwear Sale new items! Order Forms were sent home last week with students. If you are in need of an extra copy, please click here to print at home. All orders are due on Friday, March 31st.

Next Tour Dates:
Friday, March 31st
Friday, April 28th

Preschool Application Update

The citywide application for the upcoming school year opens on April 11, 2023. Need to apply to a program for the current school year? You can apply now on our website or by scheduling a time to visit your preferred program.

Please Note: Families who apply for the current year may need to reapply for the Fall.

**Current Half Day Bateman Families who intend to continue at Bateman do not need to re-apply.**

Save the Dates

Please save the date for this Family Event to celebrate Earth Day! In order to prepare for all of the exciting crafts, we are in need of Paper Towel Rolls and Toilet Paper Rolls! If you have any to spare, please bring them to the North Office!

It’s Spring Fling Time! Mark your calendars for FUN on Friday May 12th at Burning Bush Brewery!

Can you help?

Do you know a local business owner interested in sponsorship?
Have event tickets to donate?
Does your employer sponsor local schools?
Do you have connections to great restaurants, fun outings or hotel stays?

We are currently soliciting items for the online auction and LIVE event on Friday May 12, 2023.

Examples of past donations:

Restaurant gift certificates
Event tickets (concerts, sports, theater)
Fitness passes
Spa/salon gift cards
Sports memorabilia
Hotel stays
Kids activities (swimming lessons, camps, etc.)

Donations are tax deductible and will help reach our highest fundraising goal ever of $65,000 for much needed auditorium updates

Reach out to friendsofbateman@gmail.com by Friday April 14th to donate to make this our best auction yet. https://www.friendsofbateman.org/spring-fling

Local School Council Updates

BAC & PAC

Bateman Boosters

Sponsor Shout-Out to Lincoln Square Orthodontics
Lincoln Square Orthodontics, a Silver Level Bateman Boosters sponsor, provides expert orthodontic care for all ages! #BeBateman and thank them for their support of Bateman Elementary School
https://www.chicagoorthodontics.com/lincoln-square/

Bateman Booster Pledge Drive

We're half way there! Please consider making a one-time or ongoing donation to reach our $3,500 goal of updating the Bateman Elementary School Auditorium with needed speakers and mics.

From International Night to Kindergarten Orientation to Science Fairs to Visual Arts Night to a variety of Live Performances from our Kiddos - the Auditorium is truly the

HEART

of the Bateman Elementary Community.

DONATE NOW

Community Updates
Updates from Chicago Public Schools & Our Community

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3/24/2023

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Dear Bateman Families and Friends,

Ms. Davos & Ms. Kloepper

Make sure to click on the "View Entire Message" link to read the entire Bateman Buzz!

THIS WEEK

**IAR Testing Window**

Week of March 27th: Scholastic Book Fair
Wednesday, March 29th: Report Card Pick Up
Friday, March 31st: Quarter 3 Showcase @ 8:45am
Friday, March 31st: Spiritwear Order Forms Due

NEXT WEEK

Week of April 3rd: Spring Break

LOOKING AHEAD

Monday, April 11th: Chicago Early Learning Applications Open (PreK)
Saturday, April 22nd: Earth Day Work Day
Friday, May 12: Spring Fling

Important Quick Links for Families
Sign up for Weekly Covid Testing
CPS Self Reporting COVID-19 Case
Update your child's Vaccination Card
Bateman Volunteer Interest Form

Upcoming Events

These events are all within the next 2 weeks!

Bateman News

Donate to Support Migrant Families