Angel Fund Fundraiser and Pumpkin Decorating Contest this TUESDAY!

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The Blythe Park Student Council is holding a fundraiser to support Blythe Park’s Angel Fund as well as a Pumpkin Decorating Contest.

Blythe Park Angel Fund Fundraiser –

The Blythe Park Student Council is organizing a fundraiser for the Blythe Park Angel Fund. The Angel Fund provides school-related support for Blythe students in need.

During the school day on Tuesday, October 30th Blythe Park students will be able to purchase:

  • A cup of apple cider and/or a small bag of candy corn.
  • Each item will be priced at $1.00 (CASH ONLY)
  • NOTE – Students will only be allowed to purchase one of each item. Students will not be allowed to call home to request money from parents/guardians.

Thank you for your support of the Blythe Park Angel Fund!

Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org


Pumpkin Decorating (not carved) Contest –

Bring a decorated (not carved) pumpkin to school on Tuesday, October 30th.

*NOTE – Pumpkins need to be taken home by Oct. 31.

  • This is an optional family activity.
  • BE CREATIVE!
  • HAVE FUN!
  • Choose a pumpkin that your student can easily transport to and from school or make arrangements to help your student get their pumpkin to and from school.

The students at Blythe Park School will be voting for their favorite pumpkins based on the following categories:

*NOTE – This is not a pumpkin carving contest. Students are asked to design their creations using paint, beads, glitter, yarn or other materials that can be adhered to their pumpkin.

  • Scariest
  • Funniest/Silliest
  • Most Creative
  • Most Realistic (a famous person, animal, food, character)
  • Overall Favorite Pumpkin

Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org

FLYER – Student Counsel Sponsored Events

Kids Yoga – Session 2 starts next Wednesday.

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Sign-up for Kids Yoga – Session 2! Classes start on Wednesday, November 7th.

*REMINDER: No class this week.

Kids Yoga
Stephanie Roldan from Blissful Owl will instruct Kids Yoga classes every Wednesday from 3:00-3:45pm in the Blythe Park Gym for boys and girls in Kindergarten – 5th Grade.

Session 2
Wednesdays, 3:00-3:45pm
November 7th – December 19th (6 weeks, no class on Nov. 21)
$60

TO REGISTER – Please click on the following CheddarUp button, no matter your payment method (cash, check, credit). *NOTE: No single class passes will be available. Also, no prorating, no make-up days unless the instructor needs to reschedule, no refunds.

Questions? Contact Maria D’Amico at vmariadg@gmail.com

Winter Session Parks & Rec After-School Programs start next week.

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The Riverside Parks and Rec Winter Session: After School Programs at Blythe Park will begin the week of November 5th.

Classes will take place directly after school dismissal from 3-4pm.

NOTE: Registration deadline is 5 days prior to the class start date.

To view the class schedules OR register online, click on the following links:

Registration is also available in person at the Water Tower, 10 Pine Ave.

Questions? Contact the Riverside Parks & Rec Department at 708-442-7025

Blythe Park’s Veterans Day Celebration – Friday, November 9th

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Blythe Park will celebrate Veterans Day with a special music program on Friday, November 9th at 10:00am in the auditorium. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend.

As part of the program each year, Blythe Park invites Veterans to be their special guests.  If you know a Veteran, please invite them to attend.

*REMINDER: Also, remember to have your student dress patriotically in red, white and/or blue clothing.

See the attached flyer for more information: Blythe Park Veterans Day Invite 2018

Questions? Contact Ms. Gorman at gormanc@district96.org

PTA Holiday Ornament Workshops – November 12th & 16th

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Every year the PTA makes a handmade ornament for each Blythe Park student and staff member. Please sign up if you’d like to volunteer to help assemble this year’s ornaments.

No crafting experience required. Supplies and instructions will be provided by the PTA. Bring your holiday cheer!

Sign Up!

Questions? Contact Tiffany Uribe at turibe3@gmail.com

PTA Meeting on Tuesday at 7pm

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This month’s PTA meeting will be this Tuesday (October 23rd) at 7:00pm in the multi-purpose room.

Please join us to hear about upcoming events and fundraisers.

This year’s PTA meeting schedule can be found by clicking on the following link:

Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com

Drive-thru BBQ available at Ames on Wednesday.

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Ames School PTA will be offering BBQ dinners from 5B’s Catering this Wednesday, October 24th from 5:30-6:30pm.

  • WHAT – Drive-Thru BBQ Dinner from 5B’s Catering
  • WHERE – Ames School
  • WHEN – 5:30-6:30pm
  • MEALS – Chicken and Pork Chop Combo Meal for $14, Hot Dog Meal for $7 (All meals include baked beans, coleslaw, and applesauce)
  • FLYER – Ames Drive-Thru BBQ Dinner

Questions? Contact Debbie Kummer at 708-263-7646 or deb.kummer@sbcglobal.net

Hot Lunch is this Friday, October 26th.

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Hot Lunch is this Friday, October 26th for students who have pre-registered.

*NOTE – The next opportunity to register for Hot Lunch will be in December.

Questions? Contact Katie Ford at fordfamily4@rocketmail.com

Blythe Park Spirit Day is this FRIDAY!

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This Friday, October 26th, is a Blythe Park Spirit Day! 

Show off your favorite Blythe Park spirit wear!

Student Counsel – Angel Fund Fundraiser and Pumpkin Decorating Contest

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The Blythe Park Student Council is holding a fundraiser to support Blythe Park’s Angel Fund as well as a Pumpkin Decorating Contest.

Blythe Park Angel Fund Fundraiser –

The Blythe Park Student Council is organizing a fundraiser for the Blythe Park Angel Fund. The Angel Fund provides school-related support for students in need.

During the school day on Tuesday, October 30th Blythe Park students will be able to purchase:

  • A cup of apple cider and/or a small bag of candy corn.
  • Each item will be priced at $1.00 (CASH ONLY)
  • NOTE – Students will only be allowed to purchase one of each item. Students will not be allowed to call home to request money from parents/guardians.

Thank you for your support of the Blythe Park Angel Fund!

Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org


Pumpkin Decorating (not carved) Contest –

Bring a decorated (not carved) pumpkin to school on Tuesday, October 30th.

*NOTE – Please do not send pumpkins to school before Oct. 30. Pumpkins need to be taken home by Oct. 31.

  • This is an optional family activity.
  • BE CREATIVE!
  • HAVE FUN!
  • Choose a pumpkin that your student can easily transport to and from school or make arrangements to help your student get their pumpkin to and from school.

The students at Blythe Park School will be voting for their favorite pumpkins based on the following categories:

*NOTE – This is not a pumpkin carving contest. Students are asked to design their creations using paint, beads, glitter, yarn or other materials that can be adhered to their pumpkin.

  • Scariest
  • Funniest/Silliest
  • Most Creative
  • Most Realistic (a famous person, animal, food, character)
  • Overall Favorite Pumpkin

Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org

FLYER – Student Counsel Sponsored Events