Numerous outbreaks of pertussis (whooping cough) have occurred recently among school children in Illinois.  Pertussis is easily transmitted through coughing and sneezing and may cause an illness that persists for weeks to months. Pertussis does not typically cause severe illness in healthy students, but can cause prolonged absences from school and extracurricular activities. In addition, pertussis can be transmitted from healthy students to infants and individuals with chronic illnesses, for whom pertussis can be life-threatening.   

Protection against pertussis begins to wear off during grade school. This leaves pre-teens, teenagers and adults at risk for this illness. To address the increase in pertussis cases among older students, a booster vaccination (called Tdap) is recommended for all students in grades 6 through 12. 

This fall, students entering grades 6 and 9 will be required to provide proof of Tdap vaccination along with the school physical forms that are also required for these grades.     

Students entering grades 6 or 9 without one of the following will be subject to exclusion: 

1. Proof of Tdap vaccination

2. An approved medical or religious exemption on file with the school, 

3. An appointment to receive the Tdap shot during the school year.  

Click here to see the “Frequently Asked Questions About the Tdap Vaccine Requirement” for more information. 

Many providers, local pharmacies and most local health departments provide Tdap vaccinations. Many providers participate in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, which provides vaccines at no cost to doctors who serve Medicaid-eligible children younger than 19 years of age. If you need assistance, check with your local health department for resources for getting Tdap vaccination.   

Check with your doctor if you are not sure if your child has received Tdap, and if not, be sure to get your child vaccinated.

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Please be advised that, weather permitting, District 158’s licensed contractor, NILCO, Inc. will be applying fertilizer and herbicide products as follows:

Saturday, May 19 – Sunday, May 20

• Broadleaf herbicide applications to open areas at Mackeben and Conley   (1.5 oz/1,000 s.f.)

• Turf fertilization to all athletic fields and compounds at Harmony Road, Square Barn Road, and Reed Road Campuses   (3/4 lb N/1,000 s.f.)

Product Information
Fertilizer:  20-0-5 Proscape 51% MESA 1% Fe
Manufactured by Lebanon Seabord Corp.

Glyphosate:  Round Up Pro Max
Manufactured by Monsanto Company

Broadleaf Herbicide:  T-Zone
Manufactured by PBI Gordon

If you have any questions about the product application procedures,
please contact Doug Renkosik, Director of Operations and Maintenance at (847) 659-6158.

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As the end of the 2011-12 school year draws near, we’d like to remind families of some important information and dates:

Last Day of School

• The official last day of school for the 2011-2012 school year will be Friday, June 1.

8th Grade Promotion Ceremonies

• Promotion ceremonies for 8th grade students will be held on Thursday,
  May 31. Specific information for each middle school ceremony will be posted at a later day. Please check back.

Graduating Seniors

• The last day of attendance for graduating seniors will be Friday, May 25. All textbooks need to be returned to the bookroom no later than 3:00 p.m., unless the student is taking a final exam.

• Graduation practice will be held on Friday, June 1 at 1:00 p.m. for all students who plan on participating in the graduation ceremony.

• Graduation ceremonies will take place on Saturday, June 2 at the Sears Centre beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Food Services Department

• Parents are asked to please check your child’s account balances online and report any discrepancies to the school cashier by May 25.

• No charges will be extended after May 18. This means that there needs to be money in the student’s account – it does not mean that you cannot use MyLunchMoney.com.

• Funds in your child’s account at the end of the year will remain in the account and will be available next school year regardless of which District 158 school they will attend.

• Lunch Menu – During the month of May, we ask parents to check the lunch menus each week as menus may be revised in an effort to eliminate waste.

• Lunch for Last Day of School – Due to the number of end of year activities scheduled for the last day of school, the District Food Services Department has decided to serve a cold lunch/sack lunch on Friday, June 1.

• If you are moving out of District 158 and have a MyLunchMoney.com auto replenish set for your child’s account, you must turn it off. If you have any questions, please contact District 158 Food Services at (847) 659-6155.

Copies of Student Records/Forms

• Many summer camps and athletic programs require a copy of the student’s birth certificate and/or a copy of the student’s most recent physical form. Parents can obtain photocopies of these items from the school office for a fee of $.05 per page. Photo identification from the parent/guardian is required. It is recommended that you call the school office to ensure an office staff member will be available to assist you with your request. Please note these items are NOT available through the District 158 Registration Department.

Immunization and Physical Forms for 2012-13

• Physical forms and immunization records for the 2012-13 school year must be dropped off, mailed, or faxed to the school your child will attend in the fall. Parents are encouraged to keep a copy for their records.

• Please Note:

  • Students entering Kindergarten will not receive their teacher assignments until their physical is submitted.

  • Students who are entering grade 6 or grade 9 will not be permitted to pick up their schedule at “Material Pick-Up Day” without a physical submitted.

Moving This Summer?

• If you will be moving this summer, please contact your child’s school office or the District Registration Department at (847) 659-6147.

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Registration for Driver’s Education and General Constitution is now open. Parents can register their student for either of these classes through the Webstore or print the Registration Form and drop off/mail with payment to Marlowe Middle School. 

Registration for all other high school summer school classes will begin on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Parents can register their student for these classes through the Webstore or print the Registration Form and drop off/mail with payment to Marlowe Middle School beginning Wednesday, April 4, 2012. 

To view the high school class offerings, click here.

Webstore:  http://huntley.revtrak.net/tek9.asp

Click here for registration form.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Anne Pasco, Summer School Principal via email.

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