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15108 S LaGrange Rd
Orland Park, IL 60462
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April 5 & 6	Regular classes	Photo session for 8th & 11th Graders
April 12 & 13	Regular classes
April 19 & 20	Regular classes	Final Written Exam for 11th Graders
April 26 & 27	Regular classes

 

From school life:

On April 5 and 6, eighth and eleventh-grade students will have a photo session in graduation gowns.

High school graduates will continue learning the Polonaise on April 5, 6, 12 and 13.

The high school leaving exams will take place on April 19 and 20. We wish all high school graduates good luck!

 

The most important points from the General Parents’ Meeting:

We would like to thank all parents who took part in the meeting.

We believe that the discussions will contribute to the further development of our school and strengthen cooperation.

Elections to the Management Board:
The three-year terms of several current members have ended.

During the meeting, elections were held for the positions of Vice President, Event Coordinator, Treasurer, Administrator, and two members of the audit committee.

• Maria Lesnicki was elected Event Coordinator. Her candidacy was unanimously accepted by all meeting participants.

• Daniel Janosik was elected Vice-President. His candidacy received unanimous support during the meeting.

• Artur Glogowski was re-elected as a member of the audit committee. His candidacy received unanimous support during the meeting.

• Daniel Janosik resigned from the position of member of the audit committee to take up the position of Vice-President.
• Michał Lochnicki was elected as a new member of the audit committee. His candidacy received unanimous support during the meeting.

Unfortunately, we were unable to find volunteers for the positions of Treasurer and Administrator.

Ms. Krystyna Mize and Ms. Aleksandra Labuda agreed to continue their duties until the next general meeting, which will be held in the fall of 2024. This solution received unanimous support at the meeting.

 

IMPORTANT!

Registration for the next school year 2024/25 will begin soon.
You will receive detailed information in the next e-mail.

March 1 & 2	Regular classes
March 7	Regular classes	Friday classes on Thursday
March 9	Regular classes
March 15	No classes
March 16	Regular classes	Semiannual Parent Meeting
March 21	Regular classes	Friday classes on Thursday
March 23	No classes	Spring Break
March 29 & 30	No classes	Easter

From School Life:

 Friday classes in March:

On the second and third weekend of March, Friday classes will be held on Thursdays, March 7 and 21. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. On March 15, classes are canceled.

Spring Contest (March 1 & 2):

Let the creativity bloom! Our Spring Contest is scheduled for March 11^st and 2^nd. We invite all students to participate. The awards are waiting!

Practice Exam „Matura” (March 2 & 7):

We keep our fingers crossed for our high school graduates during their mock exam. We believe in you and have full confidence in your skills. May your hard work and commitment bring the expected results. Good luck!

8th Grades trip to Poland (March 20):

Adventure awaits 8th-grade students! Our eighth-graders set off on a trip to Poland on March 20. We wish them a safe journey, exciting experiences, and unforgettable memories! Have a nice trip!

Przerwa wiosenna i wielkanoc (March 23, 29, and 30):

During Easter and spring break, the school will be closed on March 23 and 29/30.

 

On the occasion of Easter, we would like to extend warm wishes to all our families!

 

Thank you to the participants and sponsors of this year’s School Charity Ball:

On behalf of the School Board, we would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this year’s Ball. We especially appreciate our sponsors for their generous support. Your presence and involvement have significantly impacted us, and we are truly grateful for your continued support. The list of the most generous sponsors is available on our website: Sponsorzy – Polska Szkoła w Lemont (polschool.com)

 

Semiannual Parents Meeting

We cordially invite you to the Semiannual Meeting of Parents, which will be held on Saturday, March 16^th, at 10:15 AM, in the parish building, located opposite the school.

 

Why is your presence important?

The Semiannual Meeting of Parents is an important meeting for our school community. Board members and principals will share important information about the school’s current situation and discuss decisions about the future. Your presence and contribution are invaluable.

 

Elections of the School Board Members:

According to the school’s regulations, board members can serve for 3 years, with the possibility of one re-election.

As the terms of several board members are coming to an end, we are actively looking for parents who would like to fill the positions of Vice President, Treasurer, Administrator, and Event Coordinator. We invite parents who care about the future of our school and value their children’s education to consider taking on these influential roles.

Duties and Privileges of the School Board Members:

Below you will find a description of the duties and privileges related to selected positions on the management board:

 

Vice President

Responsibilities:

Official Representation and Decision-Making:

• Acts as the official representative in the absence of the President.
• Holds decision-making authority with immediate notification to the President.

Collaboration with the President:

• Collaborates with the President in negotiating leasing agreements for the school building.

Registration and Documentation Management:

• Prepares registration forms and oversees the organization of the registration process for the upcoming school year.
• Maintains school records and the Microsoft Access database.
• Contact parents/guardians to complete the missing information.

Financial Management Collaboration:

• Works closely with the Treasurer to update the school database.

• Enforces the collection of unpaid school fees and outstanding obligations on behalf of the school.

Inventory Management:

• Assumes responsibility for conducting an inventory of the school’s assets.

School Operations and Events:

• Work with the board on:

– Enrolling students.

– Managing payments for tuition, trips, and school events.

– Overseeing bake sales, school merchandise sales, etc.

– Coordinating Santa Claus packages.

– Participating in Board Meetings, General Meetings, and pedagogical councils.

– Representing the school at inter-school events, banquets, and ceremonies.

– Assisting in organizing school events (parties, holidays, contests, etc.).

– Holding regular office hours at the school.

– Managing school-related shopping trips.

Privileges: Tuition waived

 

Treasurer

Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Negotiate and enforce school insurance policies.
• Renew annual corporate fees.
• Utilize QuickBooks for comprehensive accounting management.
• Input data for new families, prepare invoices, and bills.
• Send current invoices for school fees to parents.
• Compile documentation for monthly payroll processing.
• Approve and prepare checks for school bills.
• Deposit checks and cash into school accounts.
• Collaborate with the Chief Accountant (CPA) for tax filings.

Administrative Duties:

• Handle all financial-related correspondence.
• Develop and maintain the school budget.
• Collaborate with PRCUA for insurance policy updates, annual transmissions, and monthly reports.

• Manage on-site and off-site school phone communications.

School Operations and Events:

• Work with the board on:

– Enrolling students.

– Managing payments for tuition, trips, and school events.

– Overseeing bake sales, school merchandise sales, etc.

– Coordinating Santa Claus packages.

– Participating in Board Meetings, General Meetings, and pedagogical councils.

– Representing the school at inter-school events, banquets, and ceremonies.

– Assisting in organizing school events (parties, holidays, contests, etc.).

– Holding regular office hours at the school.

– Managing school-related shopping trips.

Privileges: Serve as a paid Board member with a fixed monthly salary for 12 months

 

Secretary of Correspondence (Administrator)

Responsibilities:

Communication and Website Management:

• Collaborates with the Protocol Secretary in drafting school announcements.
• Edits content and manages updates on the school’s website (WordPress).
• Prepares and uploads photos to the school website gallery (Flickr).
• Performs regular backups of the website.

IT and Email Administration:

• Manages CDN (Content Delivery Network) and DNS (Domain Name Service).
• Establishes and maintains email accounts for school staff, including password management and removal of outdated accounts.
• Monitors the validity of contracts for the domain and email service.

Parent Communication:

• Edits and sends emails to parents for monthly bulletins and notifications.
• Contribute to posts on social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

School Administration and Events:

• Creates various graphic designs, including posters, banners, flyers, tickets, invitations, advertisements, and diplomas for graduates.

• Prepares designs for diploma covers for graduates and handles the ordering process.
• Work with the board on:

– Enrolling students.

– Managing payments for tuition, trips, and school events.

– Overseeing bake sales, school merchandise sales, etc.

– Coordinating Santa Claus packages.

– Participating in Board Meetings, General Meetings, and pedagogical councils.

– Representing the school at inter-school events, banquets, and ceremonies.

– Assisting in organizing school events (parties, holidays, contests, etc.).

– Holding regular office hours at the school.

– Managing school-related shopping trips.

Privileges: Serve as a paid Board member with a fixed monthly salary for 12 months

 

Event Coordinator

Responsibilities:

Organizing Educational School Trips:

• Planning and negotiating trips to Poland for 11th grade in the fall and 8th grade in the spring.
• Involves negotiations with travel agencies regarding pricing and itineraries.
• Communicating details with parents and the teaching staff.

Event Registrations and Logistics:

• Registering the school for performances and the May 3rd Parade.
• Managing transportation reservations for these events.

Venue Negotiations for Special Occasions:

• Negotiating prices and reserving banquet halls/restaurants for special events.

(Parent’s Ball, Graduation receptions, Prom, etc)

Teacher Appreciation Events:

• Organizing refreshments for teachers on occasions like Teacher’s Day, Christmas, graduation, and the end of the school year.

Holiday Packages and Special Events:

• Executing orders and negotiating prices for contents of St. Nickolas packages
• Takes lead in the organization of school events – Kids Carnival Ball, End of school year lunch, etc.

 

 

Collaboration with Parents for End-of-Year Events:

• Collaborating with parents of 8th and 11th-grade students in the organization of end-of-year events.
  • Involves planning events associated with the conclusion of the 8th grade, prom, and the 11th-grade graduation ball.

Soliciting Donations and Maintaining Contacts:

• Approaching local businesses for donations to the school, including items for events like the ball and prizes for competitions.

School Administration and Events:

• Work with the board on:

– Enrolling students.

– Managing payments for tuition, trips, and school events.

– Overseeing bake sales, school merchandise sales, etc.

– Coordinating Santa Claus packages.

– Participating in Board Meetings, General Meetings, and pedagogical councils.

– Representing the school at inter-school events, banquets, and ceremonies.

– Holding regular office hours at the school.

– Managing school-related shopping trips.

Privileges: Tuition waived

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February 2 & 3	Regular classes	Parent-Teacher Conferences / Parents’ Ball, PRL style
February 9 & 10	Regular classes	Carnival Ball for Kids and “Pączki” Day
February 16 & 17	Regular classes
February 22	Regular classes	Friday classes moved to Thursday
February 24	Regular classes

From School’s Life:

 On February 2^nd and 3^rd, semi-annual parent-teacher conferences will take place. Teachers will contact parents via email or phone to share updates on the student’s progress. In exceptional circumstances, parents may be requested to visit the school.

Join us for a journey back to the past at the Parents’ Ball, PRL style, reminiscent of Poland in the 1970s! This blast from the past event is set to take place on February 3^rd, offering a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with your significant other and friends. It’s also a perfect chance to mingle with other parents and contribute to the school’s fundraising efforts.

Tickets are still available for this unforgettable evening! You and your friends are warmly invited to be part of this retro celebration. We’ll be serving traditional Polish cuisine, and our guests will have opportunities to create fun, memorable 360-degree videos in the photo booth with props that capture the essence of the era. Don’t miss the chance to take a picture with the “Maluch” cutout, grab a ticket for a dance with the president, and set the mood with some “Cytrynówka”.

An open bar and dinner will be provided to ensure you have a delightful time. A plethora of amazing prizes are waiting from our sponsors for the fundraising raffle. The cost of tickets is $100. Secure your spot for a night filled with good company and laughter.

To celebrate the approaching end of the carnival, the school will host a dance for our students on February 9^th and 10^th. Kids can savor delightful “Pączki” snacks while enjoying face painting, balloons, and numerous delightful moments.