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We’re excited to kick off Literacy Week at Embers! Full information can be found HERE.
Daily Events:
- Monday: Sparks will enjoy the book “Leaf Man” before collecting leaves with their buddies. Sparks are encouraged to bring a few leaves from home, too!
- Tuesday: Students are invited to bring a blanket and stuffed animal for cozy Fall reading time.
- Wednesday: A mystery reader will treat our Sparks to a special Fall reading.
- Thursday: Sparks will have time to read with a buddy.
- Friday: We will celebrate the end of Literacy Week with a Fall Festival including prizes for all Sparks!
Week-long activities:
- D.E.A.R. = Drop Everything and Read: Please make sure your students bring a quality book that is appropriate for their reading level for daily surprise reading times.
- Bookmark Contest: All Sparks are invited to participate in the annual Bookmark Contest. One winner will be selected per grade and each student will receive a bookmark with their grade’s winning design. Bookmark submissions are due by Wednesday | Bookmark Template
- “Pumpkin Pages” Reading Log: Students received a pumpkin tracker full of fun ideas for reading at home. All Sparks who turn in a completed reading log by Friday will receive a fun surprise. | Reading Log
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Jump-start your Christmas shopping at the Embers Book Fair! Join us in-person at Embers’ lobby, or set up an account to shop online by clicking HERE. Our school receives 20% of sales towards books for the school. Lobby shopping hours:
- Tuesday, Nov 4: Student Preview Day
- Wednesday, Nov 5: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Nov 6: 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Friday, Nov 7: 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
We’re looking for volunteers to help out at the Book Fair! Click HERE to learn more and sign up.
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Enhanced Lockdown Drill
On Monday, November 10, Embers will be holding a state-required Enhanced Lockdown Drill. The drill addresses an active threat inside our building and evaluates the preparedness of school personnel and students for responding to this type of event. Please be assured that the drill:
- Does not include any simulations that mimic an active shooter event.
- Includes content that is age and developmentally appropriate.
- Emphasizes to students the need to listen to adults and follow instructions.
You can help prepare your children for this drill by reminding them of the need to listen to the teachers and other adults at school who will tell them what to do. If applicable, please remind your children that we do not talk about school violence at Embers, involving guns or shooting, to maintain the innocence of our students. If you would like to have your student opt out of this safety drill, please email Mrs. Christina Williams. Thank you for your cooperation and support of this important emergency procedure.
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Fire Choir is Singing at the Wolves!
Ticket orders due Thursday
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Allstate Arena, Rosemont
3:00 Game Time
Embers’ Fire Choir returns to the Allstate Arena for a Chicago Wolves performance! Friends and family are welcome to attend the game at a special price of $19/ticket to see our Sparks perform. Tickets will be billed to your Blackbaud Tuition Management account.
Ticket Requests must be received by this Thursday, Nov 6. This deadline is set by the Chicago Wolves and late requests cannot be accepted.
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Fire Choir Families:
Each Fire Choir member must have a signed permission slip to attend the performance. The permission slip is part of the ticket order form, found at the link above. Please contact Mr. Sadlowski with any questions.
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2026 Motherhood Conference
Early Bird Tickets Now Available!
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All Embers moms are invited to attend the 2026 Midwest Motherhood Conference. Early bird tickets are only $45 and include continental breakfast and lunch. Act fast; this discount ends December 1st!
More Information | Click to Register
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2026
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This Wednesday: Dads Club
7:00 p.m | Embers Lunchroom
Parents are in the best position to teach their children about the facts of life and should be the first to introduce these tough subjects. Join Northridge teacher Russell Fernandes and Embers dad Jince Lukose for an interactive discussion on how to confidently navigate this next stage of parenting. Better a year too early than five minutes too late!
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Monster Mash A Smashing Success!
What a spooktacular time we had at this year’s Monster Mash! From bouncing in the inflatables to crafting festive keepsakes… and enjoying plenty of treats!… there was something for everyone to enjoy. Our little mummies, monsters, and pumpkin pals brought incredible energy and spirit. Thank you to all who joined in the fun and helped make this event such a success!
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2025 Annual Report
We are proud to share Embers’ 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year full of student achievement and growth. If you haven’t yet received your copy in the mail, please click HERE to view it online!
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Moms Club: Monday, November 17 | 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Join us as presenters Sandra Checri and Mary Pat Fahy showcase how to create beautiful Fall-inspired centerpieces. $10 donation at the door to cover the cost of materials. Friends outside of Embers are always welcome!
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Coffee & Convo: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
9:30-10:30 Presentation & Mom Mingle
Featured speaker and former Embers mom, Mary Paschall, will share practical insights on cultivating this important virtue within our families. All Embers moms and their friends are welcome!
Complimentary Coffee & Childcare Provided!
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PreK4 students showcase their fun Fall art project.
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The 4th Grade Boys Basketball team celebrates their first win of the season!
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Chess Club students are hard at work honing new skills.
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3rd Grade ‘earns’ laurel wreaths for successfully completing their Ancient Rome mosaics.
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Welcome to our Future Spark!
Congratulations to the Simon family on the birth of Sophia Rose, born October 20! Baby Sophia joins her three big siblings, including Embers Sparks Liam (1st Grade) and James (PreK4).
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