Jefferson Elementary

Ms. Garcia's and Ms. Susnis's classes work hard and play hard. #HarvardRising

Ms. Garcia’s students were classifying words into nouns, adjectives and verbs during their Spanish Language Arts learning. #HarvardRising

Ms. Susnis’ students were having a lot of fun in their PE lesson on Monday! They were rock climbing and practicing badminton with Mr. Hunt! #HarvardRising

Ms. Susnis’ and Ms. Garcia's students were working very hard on their fractions in the library. #HarvardRising

Spring Portrait Day is coming to Jefferson on Monday, February 27, 2023. Students do not need to bring money on picture day. They will have their picture taken that day and then shortly after, will receive proof images and ordering information.

Mr. Villazon's class had a great time sharing candy, gifts and the excitement of Valentine's Day! #HarvardRising

Ms. Velazquez's ESL (English as a Second Language) group focused on Valentine's Day vocabulary today. #HarvardRising

Mrs. Hay's class - Valentine's Day Shenanigans! #HarvardRising

Jefferson students were visited by the High School band this morning! They heard three different pieces that were performed beautifully! Thank you to Dr. Coffer and the High School band! #HarvardRising

Ms. Kee's class worked with their groups to solve division word problems and interpret the remainders. Thanks Miss Allyson for helping out! #HarvardRising

Three of Jefferson's students worked very hard to save THREE HUNDRED Bee Bucks to earn a ride to school on a fire truck! They earned the Bee Bucks by following expectations and being respectful, responsible and safe! Keep up the great work! #HarvardRising

Ms. Cartland's small groups are practicing Spanish verbs and verb conjugations using a memory matching game. #HarvardRising

Ms. Velázquez's ESL (English as a second language) students are learning about emotions. They played an emotion memory game and then an emotion board game with a partner. #HarvardRising

Ms. Garcia and Ms. Susnis’ homerooms had to the opportunity to zoom with Ranger Michael from Yellowstone National Park to explore the park and the western region of the United States. Students asked a lot of questions and heard about the “Every kid outdoors” program. This is a program where 4th graders can get a free pass to all national parks, lands, and waters through August 2023. You can get more information on how to get your pass at: www.everykidoutdoors.gov ________ Los salones de clase de la maestra García y la maestra Susnis tuvieron la oportunidad de hacer zoom con el guardabosques Michael del Parque Nacional de Yellowstone para explorar más el parque y la región oeste de los Estados Unidos. Los estudiantes hicieron muchas preguntas y aprendieron sobre el programa "Todos los niños al aire libre" en el que los estudiantes de cuarto grado pueden obtener un pase gratuito a todos los parques, tierras y aguas nacionales hasta agosto de 2023. Puede obtener más información sobre cómo obtener su pase en: www.everykidoutdoors.gov/es/ #HarvardRising

Jefferson's library has many cookbooks that are made so kids can easily learn to cook! One of our 5th graders took one home and made pizza with his family! What a great way to learn something new and have family time together! #HarvardRising

Good afternoon families! You're invited! Join us for our Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee meeting that will be held at the Central Office or via Zoom TOMORROW Thursday, January 19 from 11am - 12pm! Come receive information on resources offered at the McHenry County Youth and Family Center (YFC) with our special guest, Miriam Figueroa, Bicultural Services Navigator. Through Zoom, use this link: http://bit.ly/3GTfQXT. *For more information about (YFC), please see the attached document. Don't miss it, we hope to see you there! 🐝 ¡Buenas tardes familias! ¡Estás invitado! ¡Acompáñanos en nuestra reunión en español para padres! El Comité Asesor de Padres Bilingües se llevará a cabo en la Oficina Central o vía Zoom MAÑANA jueves, 19 de enero de 11am - 12pm! Ven a recibir información de los recursos que ofrecen en el Centro de Jóvenes y Familias del Condado de McHenry (YFC) con nuestra invitada especial, Miriam Figueroa, Navegadora de Servicios Biculturales. A través de Zoom, utilice este enlace: http://bit.ly/3GTfQXT. *Si desea más información sobre (YFC), consulte el documento adjunto. No se lo pierdan, ¡esperamos verlos allí! 🐝

The Jefferson bunnies, Daisy and Leo are still making our students smile! #HarvardRising

Jefferson offers many rewards for students to buy with the Bee Bucks that they earn from being respectful, responsible and safe! Two popular ones are: Painting with Ms. Ryan and Bunny visit with Ms. Cartland! #HarvardRising

Girls on the Run registration begins January 25, 2023 at 10:00 am. You can register at gotrnwil.org. Mark your calendars, spots fill fast!

Girls on the Run registration will be opening soon! The season will be March 6-May 25. Practices will be Mondays and Thursdays 3-4:30. The 5K will be the weekend of May 20!! Check out the website ( https://www.gotrnwil.org/ ) or contact Erin Kruckenberg at Jefferson for more information.