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Shabonee Newsletter - Last Day of School, Educator Appreciation Week, Family Night, and more...
Grade 2 student visit and performance by Wood Oaks

Last Day of School Set for Thursday, June 4

The Board of Education approved the final calendar for the current 2025-2026 school year during its meeting. The last day of school is now set for Thursday, June 4, 2026, due to the use of an emergency day during the winter weather season. (View full calendar)

Educator Appreciation Week May 4 - 8

From May 4 – 8, we are thrilled to celebrate Educator Appreciation Week! This is a special time to honor the incredible teachers and staff who bring so much heart, energy, and dedication to our classrooms every single day.

In the spirit of our SWIM theme of kindness, we invite students to write a heartfelt note to a teacher or staff member who has made a difference in their lives. These "thank yous" are often the most treasured gifts an educator can receive.

Our wonderful PTA has also planned a week full of treats and surprises to show our staff just how much they are loved. We are so grateful for our hardworking educators and for the amazing families who support them.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the people who make our school such a special place!

Photo of the school staff

Family Night - Friday, May 8 

We hope to see you at the PTA-sponsored Family Night next week, Friday, May 8, between 4:30 and 6:30 PM on the blacktop, playground, and field. The event will be moved indoors if the weather is uncooperative. 

Please remember to adhere to parking restrictions in the fire lanes. Parking is available in the main lot off Pfingsten Road and in the west lot off Moon Hill Drive. We hope this is a great event for everyone! Children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please see the PTA section of this newsletter for more information about the event. 

Take 3 Shabonee Library Books this Summer!

All current 3rd-5th grade students can check out up to three books this summer and keep them until school begins in the fall, as long as they do not have any outstanding books or fees. 3rd and 4th grade students will return books to Shabonee, and 5th grade students will return books to Wood Oaks. Mrs. Alexander, Shabonee Librarian, will be talking with the children about this opportunity. Let’s not leave books on the shelves all summer… take them home and read! 

Click here for a digital copy of the permission slip

PTA Optional School Supply Kit Ordering for 2026-27 (Repost)  

Make sure to check out the school supply ordering information in the PTA section of the newsletter. This is not a fundraiser but a cost-effective way to help support parents for the fall. Supply lists for the coming year will be updated over the summer on the Shabonee website for families who choose to purchase supplies independently. This is for students entering grades 3-5 in the fall.