Jefferson Early Childhood Center

The students aren't the only ones getting in the holiday spirit! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Our #jeffersonjets are gearing up for the holidays! #allin #yourcommunityschools

In this week’s CUSD 200 Newsletter, we highlight the following: - Prioritizing Social Emotional Learning in CUSD 200 - Classroom Close-Up at Wiesbrook Elementary School - CUSD 200 Community Presentation on AI - Carol Stream Police Department Recognizes Jefferson Early Childhood Staff Members - Bower Student's Artwork Chosen for Warrenville Fire Department's Holiday Card - Sociology Poverty Simulation at Wheaton North Read more by visiting, https://bit.ly/41F7S0t.

Congrats to Ms Lauren who won our Ugly Sweater Competition! 😂 #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Check out Ms Maria's readers! Ms Maria encourages students to read the words and/or read the pictures during independent reading - she even plays Mozart to create a very calming activity! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

The CUSD 200 Board of Education held its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, December 11, at Edison Middle School. To read a recap of the meeting, visit https://bit.ly/49CfToA #YourCommunitySchools

The drama classes from Monroe Middle School knocked it out of the park yesterday! Their gingerbread stories and performances were loved by our students 😍 #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Knock, knock! Is there a Gingerbread Man hiding by Principal Mary's office?! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Thank you Ms Kelly E for working with our staff today on identifying the different stages of play and how utilizing play can really help all our students learn and grow! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

With the winter months upon us, CUSD 200 wants to take this opportunity to remind families about our protocol for inclement weather. Staff, students, families, and community members will be notified of any changes to the school day (e.g., delayed start, E-Learning day, early dismissal) via email, text, phone call, CUSD 200 social media, and website alerts. We encourage all stakeholders to confirm that their contact information is accurate in our information systems—ParentVue (for parents) and iVisions (for staff). Having correct information in these systems ensures you receive the most up-to-date notifications from the district on inclement weather days. In the event CUSD 200 calls an E-Learning Day due to inclement weather, students in grades 1-12 will follow the E-Learning schedule, that can be viewed by visiting https://bit.ly/4f8r7mb. This plan outlines the schedule and expectations for remote learning should there be a need to close schools due to extreme weather conditions. On E-Learning days, instruction begins online for students at 9:00 a.m. All students should log in to Google Classroom to access assignments and the Meets link. Kindergarten and early childhood students will follow the plan communicated by their teacher. Thank you for your attention to these important updates. By working together, we can ensure a smooth and safe experience for our students and families during the winter season. If you have any questions about our inclement weather protocols or E-Learning plans, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s school or the district office. #YourCommunitySchools

The Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education Meeting is this Wednesday, December 11, at 7 p.m. at Edison Middle School, 1125 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton. To view the agenda, visit https://bit.ly/3Jw8prm, and click on December 11, on the calendar in the upper right hand corner. #YourCommunitySchools

We are beginning a new series called "Classroom Close-Up" where we take a look at what students are currently learning in the classroom. In each Newsletter, we will feature one one class or grade level. Last week, we visited the Sapphire Village classrooms at Jefferson Early Childhood Center. The students in these classes have been reading the Bear and Friends books by Karma Wilson. Classes read the book titled "Bear Says Thanks." Each class used what they learned in the book in the following ways: In Ms. Cathy's class, the children used Story Champ visuals (character, setting, problem, feeling, action, and solution/ending) to identify parts of the story as we read "Bear Says Thanks." The children then worked to write and illustrate their own stories, using the visuals as a reminder of what part to add into their story. In Ms. Cassi's class, after reading the book, speech language pathologist Ms. Nicole, visited to help students make a friendship snack mix. During this activity, each student brought in a snack to share, and they all took turns adding items into their bowl. At the end, they each had the opportunity to thank their friends for bringing in food and enjoyed their snack together. In Ms. Amy's class, during their activity center time, students visited a bear cave to learn more about bears. They also practiced their colors by sorting little bear toys into patterns in the sensory bin. Finally, they also worked on number recognition and counting with the number cards with bears in the feeling table. We want to thank the Saffire Village for giving us a window into what a day in the life at Jefferson Early Childhood Center is like! #YourCommunitySchools

Ms Tracy's friends have enjoyed their new gingerbread themed learning centers this week. And who wouldn't?! Lots of FUN learning going on here! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

In this week’s CUSD 200 Newsletter, we highlight the following: - Inclement Weather Reminders - Staff Spotlight: Dr. John Disanza and Mrs. Traci Burnham - Classroom Close-Up at Monroe Middle School - Pack the Gym Night Recap - Hubble's Fall Production of Transyl-Mania - DuKane Conference Art Show Award Winners - Transition Program Pop-Up Shop - Fourth Grade National Park Project at Lincoln Read more by visiting, https://bit.ly/4gmkihH.

Can you smell the cinnamon in that cloud dough?! Ms Stephanie created a full multisensory experience for her students and judging by the crowd at the feeling table - it was a hit! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

📣FREE Mobile Food Market TODAY 📣 There is a FREE mobile food market TODAY from 4:30-6 p.m. at Villagebrook Apartments located at 278 E St Charles Road in Carol Stream. Families will receive a week's worth of groceries at no cost. This distribution is drive-thru only, and is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Please help spread the word! #YourCommunitySchools

Jefferson staff are committed to learning about and supporting all learners! Thanks Ms Kelly M for leading PD today on neurodivergent language development #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Wear the color of the month BROWN tomorrow 12/4! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Please support the Christmas Sharing Program by donating diapers & wipes between December 2-6...so many local families will benefit from your generosity! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools

Please join us in celebrating *Inclusive Schools Week*! #allin #jeffersonjets #yourcommunityschools