Hawthorne Elementary School |
♥ The Little School with the Big Heart ♥ |
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Dear Hawthorne Elementary School Families,
We are excited to share that the snow has arrived just in time for December to start! We know students will be excited to play in the snow so we want to remind you of our expectations for recess.
We go outside unless the real feel temperature is below zero degrees. Students must have boots, snow pants, a jacket, hat, and gloves if they want to play in the snow. This includes the field and playground areas. Please allow time for your child to practice getting their snow gear on all by themselves tomorrow before school or this evening. Students without snow gear will play outside but will remain on the concrete area. If your child is in need of snow gear, please email Mrs. Talbot (Caren.talbot@cusd200.org) or call Hawthorne Elementary School at 630-682-2065.
At morning arrival tomorrow, please be patient. Mr. Armando does his best to ensure the sidewalks are cleared for our families walking to school. Our bus drivers work hard to support safe arrival for all students and may require a few extra minutes at arrival as students gather their winter gear. Thank you for your patience as we navigate these first days of snowfall.
Thank you!
Holly Zimmer
Principal, Hawthorne Elementary School
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Join us on December 2nd at 7 p.m. for our annual Pack the Gym night, where our CUSD 200 Flying Tigers will take on the Waubonsie Warriors! This event gives us an opportunity to cheer for our team and give back to our community by supporting the local Christmas Sharing Program. Everyone is encouraged to come out and make this a memorable night for all! |
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CUSD 200 Parent Series: College and Career Planning in the Age of AI |
The world of education, college and careers is changing rapidly, much of this due to recent developments in AI and its broad and pervasive impact across the labor market.
On December 4 from 12-12:45 p.m, Ryan Gainor will host a webinar on the current state of college and career readiness, practical pathways to consider for college bound, trade, or immediate career-minded graduates, and tools you can use to help in your decision making process.To join the webinar on December 4th, click here.
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Elementary Testing for the Program of Accelerated Curriculum and Enrichment (PACE) Grades 2-5 |
Second graders will be screened for PACE in February 2026 using the Cognitive Abilities Test.
More information will follow in January 2026. Parents of second graders who are eligible for further PACE testing based on the Cognitive Abilities Test will be notified at the end of February to take further Iowa subtests as the next step for entry into the PACE program.
In late February, into March 2026, the PACE Office will host testing for currently enrolled 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students. Students in Grades 3-5 may be recommended for testing by the teacher and/or parent. The deadline for a parent to request PACE Testing is January 30, 2026. This testing, which will include the CogAT 8 and subtests from the Iowa Assessments. Testing will qualify elementary students for participation in one of the following 2026-2027 classes:
4th and 5th grade PACE Mathematics
4th and 5th grade PACE Reading
6th grade Fast-Paced Mathematics
6th grade Fast-Paced Language Arts
Please Note – Students currently in PACE Program Classes do not need to re-test. Students currently attending a private school or homeschooled, but reside in the District 200 attendance area, are also eligible for PACE Program Testing. Parents will be notified by their child's school about testing dates & times before testing. Parent Testing Referral Forms can be found on the District 200 website Questions? Contact the District 200 PACE Office at PACE@cusd200.org
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The Wheaton Park District and the Wheaton Lions Club are hosting the 14th Annual Lions Charities Reindeer Run 5K on Saturday, December 6! This festive run/walk is open to all ages and abilities, and everyone is encouraged to get decked out in their best holiday costume or ugly sweater.
Returning this year, we are offering your PTA a fundraising opportunity through Reindeer Run registration. Each registrant will receive $5.00 off their registration, and your PTA will receive $5.00 back through the use of your personalized coupon code — HAWTHORNE25.
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December 1: School Resumes
December 2: SAIL Field Trip
December 5: PTA Meeting 9:05AM in LLC
December 6: Reindeer Run
December 9: Winter Concert at Hawthorne
December 9: CNO Culvers
December 9: Mr. Lee 4C
December 10: Mr. Lee 4B
December 19: Winter Class Parties 2:15PM
December 22: Winter Break Begins
January 6: School Resumes
January 9: PTA Meeting 9:05AM in LLC
January 12: PTA STEM Assembly
January 19: No School, MLK Day
February 13: Friendship Classroom Parties
February 16: No School, Presidents Day
February 19: Variety Show Dress Rehearsal
February 20: Variety Show
February 27: No School, Institute Day
February 27: End of Trimester 2
March 6: PTA Meeting in LLC 9:05AM
March 23: PTA Reflections Ceremony @ Hubble MS
March 30-April 3: Spring Break
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