Creekside Elementary School -

CREEKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SAVE THE DATES (Subject to Change)

Tuesday, August 5 - Teacher assignments will be available after 4:00 pm through Home Access Center on district website (www.psd202.org)

Thursday, August 5 - Come meet Mr. Haymond and Mrs. Hernandez at the Lakewood Falls Club House/Westlake Club House for Creekside’s backpack giveaway.

10:00-11:30 at Weslake Clubhouse, 1765 Weslake Parkway
1:30-3:00 at Lakewood Falls Club, 295 Summerfield Drive

Thursday, August 7 – Bus information, including Bus Number, Pick Up/Drop Off Times and Bus Stops will be available through the Home Access Center.

If a completed registration, change of address, or alternate transportation request is submitted between 8/8/2025 and 8/13/2025, bus service will begin Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Beginning 8/14/2025 our regular transportation policy goes into effect. The district requires 5 full working days after the day you register to implement transportation.

Tuesday, August 12 - Kindergarten Kick-Off - We would like to welcome our new Kindergarten students to visit Creekside on Monday, August 12 from 2:30-3:30. This will be an informal/outdoor event for our Kindergarten students and their family. Teachers will meet families out by the playground. Feel free to go around the back of the school and park on that lot. There will be popsicles, activities, and a welcome bag for each student.

Tuesday, August 12 – Bases Classes Meet and Greet - We would like to welcome our Bases students to visit Creekside on Monday, August 12 from 2:30-3:30. This will be an informal/outdoor event for our Bases students and their family. Please park in the front lots and come into the front door of the school. Students will be able to go explore the new playground after the Meet and Greet. There will be popsicles, activities, and a welcome bag for each student.

Wednesday, August 13 - Meet and Greet - Meet and Greet with your teacher and Touch A Bus Event. Please feel free to bring in your school supplies and come during the designated time slot by last name as follows:
A-G 12:00 – 12:30 H-N 12:30 – 1:00 O-Z 1:00 – 1:30

Thursday, August 14 - First Day of School – Full Day

Wednesday, August 20 - Curriculum Night – Choose your time to attend.
5:30 – 6:15 or 6:30 – 7:15 pm

Welcome Back Cheetahs!!!!

Creekside Families,

In preparation for the 2025-2026 school year, we are hoping to get every Cheetah a FREE 'Step Up" T-shirt for this school year thanks to our awesome administration and PTA! 💚💙

Please complete the 'quick' google form link below. Please indicate the grade level your child will be in for this school year (2025-2026). Please fill out the google form below for each student you will have at CS next year.

For example, if you have 3 students attending Creekside during the 2025-2026 school year, please complete the form 3 times.

https://forms.gle/7jtpcpHtmWtUdy3t9

Thank you for taking the time to complete this form for each child. Our goal is to provide a FREE T-shirt to all Cheetahs at the beginning of the school year that best meets their comfort.

Tru Green will be spraying weeds at all District 202 buildings on Tuesday, July 1, Wednesday, July 2, and Thursday, July 3.

Happy Assistant Principals Week! This week, we celebrate our incredible assistant principals who provide unwavering dedication and exceptional service to our school district. “Each day, you navigate countless responsibilities with remarkable skill and grace – supporting your principals, empowering our teachers, motivating our students, and creating positive learning environments where everyone can thrive,” said District 202 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Glenn Wood. Thank you!

Home Access Center will be down today (4/1/25) for scheduled maintenance.

Creekside Elementary School students celebrated Read Across America Week the first week of March. The Read Team and the Media Specialist organized the activities for the students. Students enjoyed dress-up days and author visits from Rachel Ruiz and Kate Hannigan. Every student was able to take a home book purchased by the school.

Seven District 202 Instructional Technology Coaches presented at the IDEAcon 2025 in February. IDEAcon, hosted by the Illinois Digital Educators Alliance (IDEA), is a renowned conference that brings together educators, administrators, and technology specialists to explore the latest advancements in instructional technology. Presenters included: • Christie Milen • Kris Bruno • Becky Young • Kimmy Schuelke • Judy Meier • Steve Eighner • Lisa Packley Henry Moline, an Aux Sable Middle School seventh grader, also presented to give a student perspective to educators across the Midwest. The Plainfield SD 202 ITC team shared strategies, tools, and real-world applications that empower teachers to create engaging and inclusive digital learning environments. Their sessions highlighted how technology can support SEL by fostering student engagement, collaboration, and emotional well-being through intentional instructional design. “Technology is more than just a tool—it’s a bridge to deeper learning and meaningful connections,” said Laura Shervino, district Director of Digital Learning and Innovation. “We were excited to showcase how digital learning strategies can enhance academic and emotional growth, ensuring that staff and students feel supported, heard, and prepared for the future. Additionally, this is an opportunity to showcase the dedication, passion, and hard work that our ITCs contribute to our staff, school, and community." In total, 22 Instructional Technology Coaches attended the three-day event in Schaumburg.

🔎 Ready to solve the case of the missing breakfast? National School Breakfast Week is coming March 3-7! Who’s excited? 🥞🎉 #NSBW25 #ClueInToSchoolBreakfast

Remember: No school Friday for a student improvement day. See you Monday! #202proud

Due to inclement weather, the District 202 Administration Center will close at 2 p.m. today. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Enjoy a happy meal today with breakfast for lunch! Get your sweet on with French toast and turkey sausage!

All afterschool activities and sports are canceled tonight due to the frigid temperatures. Please plan on in-person school tomorrow unless otherwise notified.

It's National Bagel Day! Celebrate by making your own pepperoni and mozzarella pizza bagel for lunch!

Join us for Breakfast for Lunch today! Enjoy waffles and scrambled eggs.

It's National Spaghetti Day! Enjoy pasta and meat sauce to celebrate!

Support Bags of Hope and let Portillo's provide dinner for you on Thursday this week. Twenty percent of sales will benefit Bags of Hope between 5 and 8 p.m. at the 1155 Brook Forest Avenue, Shorewood location. #202proud

Happy 2025! #202proud

Flags will fly at half-staff until sunset on January 28, 2025 in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away Sunday. Flags were already at half-staff to honor Illinois State Police Trooper Clay Carns, who died in the line of duty on December 23. Flags are lowered for 30 days from the death of a President or former President.

Flags at all District 202 buildings will fly at half-staff today for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

Congratulations to the Creekside Elementary School community for winning the Battle of the Labs versus Grand Prairie Elementary School! It was Grand Prairie's facility dog Simi against Creekside's facility dog Spencer to see which school could collect the most food for Bags of Hope. Creekside collected 4,590 items, while Grand Prairie collected 3,251. The big winner was the Bags of Hope food program, which will use the donations to make Thanksgiving better for many families!