November Bulletin

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CICS West Belden
November 2016 Bulletin

A Note from Ms. Collins

Dear WB Families,

As we near the month of November, we remember everything we are thankful for in our lives. I am so thankful for the community at CICS West Belden – the students, the teachers, and all of YOU are simply the best.  Thank you to all families for being so committed and so dedicated to your child’s education.

When I reflect on the work that we are doing for our children, I feel so grateful for the team approach we have.  We continue to work as a school with our parents and families to ensure the most student growth and greatest academic achievement.

With that said, I have a very exciting announcement to make!

We were notified recently that CICS West Belden is now a 1+ school!  This is the highest school ranking that you can receive in the city of Chicago!  We completely transformed our school model last year, and it pushed us to the highest level!  At WB  we say, “We Can and We Will”….and we DID!   Congratulations, Bulldogs!

I hope everyone enjoyed Parent-Teacher Conferences this week.  Conferences are a great opportunity for parents, students, and teachers to come together as a team to celebrate progress and work towards future goals!

Please know that I am always available if you have any questions, ideas, comments, or feedback to help our school be the best that it can be!  Come talk to me anytime!
With the team we have in place this year, we are sure to see greatest achievement yet!

Sincerely,
Ms. Colleen Collins




Upcoming Dates

• Friday, November 4th: PRIDE Dress Down Day
• Friday, November 11th: No School!
• Friday, November 18th: 8th Grade Field Trip (Shedd Aquarium)
• Friday, November 18th: Ms. McInerney Field Trip (Chicago Children’s Museum)
• Wednesday, November 23rd: Q2 Progress Reports sent home
• Thursday, November 24th: Happy Thanksgiving!
• Friday, November 25th: No School!
• Thursday, December 1st: Picture Day Re-Takes (School Uniform)
• Friday, December 2nd: PRIDE Dress Down Day
• Friday, December 2nd: 2nd Grade Field Trip (Museum of Science & Industry)

Important Reminders

• Applications: 2017-2018 applications for new students are available in the office or online at our website!
• Book Fair:  Thank you to everyone who supported our Fall Book Fair!  We appreciate your support!
• Drop Off/Pick-Up: Students should not cross in between cars.  Parents and students must cross at the crosswalk!
• Social Media:  Please visit and LIKE our Facebook page!
• Calendar of Events:  View our “Calendar of Events” on our website to stay current on games, trips, and more!
• Save the Date!  Our annual Holiday Concert is scheduled for Friday, December 9th at 2pm!

​AT CICS WEST BELDEN…WE CAN AND WE WILL!