Thanks FTC for a wonderful Animal Extravaganza, and thanks to the families who attended!
Students at Salt Creek and Swartz Schools not only touched a truck today but learned about community helpers and businesses that protect, serve and build in our area.
The votes are in! Our viking is officially named Victor the Viking. Thanks to all the students who submitted nominations and the classes that voted in the final vote. We are proud to be Vikings and Victor is too!
Check out what AMS students have been doing in STEM Class with Mr. Busse. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ftU56yYFPM
Robotic Viking Time students were tasked with engineering a crane to rescue a zoo animal stuck in a moat.
Did you know that students in District 48 speak 14 different languages? Mr. Miner shares information and resources about English Learner services with families!
Happy White Cane Day! The students at Salt Creek learned about the purpose and structure of canes, cane etiquette, and visual impairments. We're so lucky to have students with visual impairments in our building to educate us on this important topic.
Swartz students had a great day talking about kindness during our Kindness Hour. We also had a great visit from the fire department to learn about fire safety.
Thank you to Willowbrook’s students and staff for coming and sharing information with our 8th grade families, the Class of 2024!
Say BOO to the FLU!
Protect yourself. Protect others.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to get your flu vaccine before the end of October. So, please get the vaccine for your child and yourself.
Busy Friday night at AMS! Fisherman Club and Willowbrook’s Friday Night Connect kept over 75 students here. What a great start to the weekend!
Salt Creek students enjoyed reading to some furry friends today!
Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow (10/2) is Picture Day at all three schools. If you don’t have the form completed, it’s okay, they will send a proof and you can order them later. We’re looking forward to seeing our stylish students in the morning.
Parents & Students, Would you like to nominate a 4th - 8th Grade teacher for the Golden Apple Award? This award is a way to give back and acknowledge the hard work of our teachers in Illinois. Please nominate your teachers at: https://www.goldenapple.org/nominate-a-teacher
Parents & Students,
Would you like to nominate your teacher for the Golden Apple Award? This award is a way to give back and acknowledge the hard work of our teachers in Illinois. Please nominate your teachers at: https://www.goldenapple.org/nominate-a-teacher
7th and 8th grade girls left it all on the court for their first home volleyball game! Great job, girls!
Thanks to everyone who came out for McTeacher Night! What an amazing turnout!!!
Do you have or know a child between the ages of 3-5? Salt Creek School District 48 conducts a free developmental screening of preschool-aged children (ages 2.5 to 5, not yet enrolled in kindergarten). This screening is open to all preschool-aged students who live in District 48 boundaries. Screenings are conducted at Salt Creek Primary School, 980 S. Riverside Dr. in Elmhurst. Appointments are necessary and can be made by calling the school’s office at 630-832-6122.
Screening appointments are available for this Friday September 27, November 1, January 10, March 13, and May 22.
The screening process provides information on your child's development. Assessed areas include: speech and language, gross and fine motor skills, and social/emotional development. It is conducted by professional school staff in a playroom setting and takes about one hour to complete.
If you have questions regarding screening for children under 3 years old, please contact Child & Family Connections at 331-481-4263.
Great job 7th and 8th grade teams on your victories against Hauser!
AMS PE students got creative today and yesterday building their own putt-putt golf courses!
