District 70 - Butterfield Announcements

Special Education Meeting

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:14:48 -0500

Libertyville Elementary District 70 will discuss plans for the provision of special education services to students with disabilities who attend private and home schools within the district boundaries for the 2012-13 school year at 4 p.m. on May 28 at the Educational Resource Center, 1381 W. Lake St., Libertyville. The meeting is for administrators and teachers in private schools and parents of students in private and home schools. For more information, contact Director of Special Education Marilynn Menuey at 847-247-2694 or mmenuey@d70schools.org.

Monies for Moore - The Moore We Can Offer, The Better

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:47:30 -0500

District 70 will be collecting money to help the victims of the tornado that hit Moore, Ok., earlier this week. The fundraiser is called "Monies for Moore - The Moore We Can Offer, The Better!" Collection cans will be set out in each school office by the district's Character Counts Committee. Monies collected may be earmarked for the American Red Cross in Oklahoma City to help with recovery. "The devastation and impact on Oklahoma and the Plaza Towers Elementary School hit hard and is painful to comprehend," said Supt. Dr. Guy Schumacher. "Anything we can gather in these short days before school is out will be beneficial, I am certain."

Three Copeland Teachers To Retire

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:41:33 -0500

Jan Wagner, Jill Leffelman and Donna Brannstrom are preparing to retire this spring and bid farewell to Copeland Manor School. <p>The three turned the tables on tradition recently when they hosted a luncheon for their coworkers to say thank you for all the wonderful years they spent together.

Judge Fusz Talks About the Law to HMS Students

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:37:09 -0500

Lake County Circuit Court Associate Judge Michael J. Fusz, currently assigned to the law division, spoke to Highland Middle School students on May 7 to explain how the legal system works. The Hon. Fusz currently works on civil cases when assigned.

New Board Members Take Office

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:25:50 -0500

During a special board meeting on May 6, Board of Education President Maryann Ovassapian swore in four members to the District 70 Board. Taking the oath for the first time were Wendy Schilling and Luke Stowe, while voters returned incumbents Julie Damenti and Tom Vickers to elected service.

Institute Day Has Staff in School Learning

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:09:34 -0500

April's Institute Day may have meant a day off for students but District 70 staff was hard at work in school learning. Here D70 nurses and Supt. Schumacher go over procedures and protocols, learning from one another, as well as Condell Advocate Medical Center Clinical Nurse Educator Kim Vander Ploeg. Pictured here, from left to right, are Schumacher, Vander Ploeg, Rockland nurse Alice Novak, Butterfield nurse Martha Althoff, Highland Middle nurse Marianne Patterson, Adler Park nurse Kim Hutchinson and Copeland Manor nurse Sally Parkhill.

Last Day of School is June 4

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:59:35 -0500

The last day of school for the 2012-13 school year will be June 4. <p>Full-day kindergartners through fifth-graders will be dismissed at 1:15 p.m. Half-day kindergartners' last day will be June 3. <p> Highland Middle School students, grades 6-8, will be dismissed at 1:45 p.m.

Retirement Tea for Karen Branding

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:33:10 -0500

A retirement tea will be held for HMS teacher Karen Branding from 3:45-4:45 p.m. on May 21 at the Highland Middle School Learning Center. The event is open to the public.

Daily Herald Story on Tony's Jersey Retirement

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:50:25 -0600

The Daily Herald <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=914">story</a> on the March 6 courtside ceremony to retire Butterfield intramural basketball jersey No. 7 in honor of Tony Borica.

School is Canceled - March 5th, 2013

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 18:40:09 -0600

In anticipation of the major snowstorm headed our way, we will be closing ALL SCHOOLS on Tuesday, March 5. School closings affect Adler, Butterfield, Copeland, Highland and Rockland schools. Champions, before and after school program, will also be closed and there will be NO after school activities tomorrow. Thank you.

After School Activities are Canceled - February 26th, 2013

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:06:50 -0600

Due to severe weather, ALL after school activities are canceled today at all D70 schools. This also includes the Common Core meeting for parents tonight. The Common Core meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday March 7. The Champions after school programs will remain OPEN for their regular hours today.

Supt. Letter on Safety and Security Changes

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:01:48 -0600

An open <a href=" http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=911">letter</a> to D70 parents from Supt. Dr. Guy Schumacher about upcoming changes and improvements to school safety and security.

Changes in ISAT Cut Scores

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:05:07 -0600

In anticipation of a new testing <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=908">framework</a> in 2014-2015, the Illinois State Board of Education is recalculating the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) performance expectations for reading and mathematics. Higher performance expectations will likely result in a downward shift of where our students rank in meeting and/or exceeding state standards on the tests. This is not an indication that our students know less or are less academically capable or prepared, but that they are being measured against more rigorous standards.

Beginning and Intermediate Orchestra

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:53:48 -0600

On Tuesday, February 12, the Beginning and Intermediate Orchestras have a concert at 7:00 (at Butterfield). On that day, there will NOT be beginning orchestra rehearsal at Highland.

D70 Schools Receive Academic Excellence Award

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:41:40 -0600

For the fourth consecutive year, Adler Park, Butterfield, Copeland Manor, and Rockland schools are being honored with the highest academic award given by the Illinois State Board of Education for providing students with a high quality education. The four elementary schools in Libertyville Elementary District 70 received the highest award, an "Academic Excellence Award." They were included with only 454 schools in the state to receive the award. In order to qualify for the award, those 454 schools showed they could sustain high student performance over at least three years. The award was given to schools where at least 90% of students met or exceeded state standards in 2010-2012. This is the fourth year in a row these schools have won the award.

D70 Full-Day Kindg. Featured in Tribune

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:33:16 -0600

The Chicago Tribune ran a story today (Jan. 29) on its front page about full-day kindergarten, featuring Libertyville Elementary <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=906">District 70.</a> See how parent requests for full-day evolved with Supt. Schumacher's vision and the hard work and skills of teachers Karen Forkner and Angela Pontarelli.

D70 Administrators Continue to Review Safety

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:24:41 -0600

In a District 70 administrative meeting today, Supt. Dr. Guy Schumacher reviewed current plans and procedures set to address safety and greater security in all schools. Libertyville Police Chief Clint Herdegen collaborated with the administrators and the D70 Emergency Management Committee to support and guide plans that enhance and address the safety of children and staff. (Photo shows Supt. Schumacher, left, with Police Chief Herdegen.)

After School Activities are Canceled - December 20th, 2012

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:32:18 -0600

The Champions after school program will remain open today until 6:00 pm at Adler, Butterfield, Copeland and Rockland.

Supt. Addresses School Safety Concerns

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:00:21 -0600

Libertyville Elementary District 70 Supt. Dr. Guy Schumacher assures families of student safety at the schools as he talks about the current emergency management protocol in a new <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/~gschumacher/drschumacherpodcast/Podcast/Podcast.html">podcast.</a>

Calendar for the 2013-14 School Year

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:10:53 -0600

During the Nov. 26 Board of Education meeting, board members approved the school calendar for the 2013-14 school year. The first day of school for students will be Aug. 21, 2013. Winter Break will take run from Dec. 23, 2013 through Jan. 3, 2014. Spring Break will run from March 24 through March 28, 2014. The Board of Education will determine the calendar for the 2013-14 school year in April.

Photo Gallery Now Set Up, Check It Out

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 16:51:21 -0500

Even during Halloween celebrations, Butterfield teachers find time to plan lessons! Third grade teacher Dana Barron, left, goes over a quick lesson plan while all-around, good-sport Ann Bradley waits in the hallway as students wrap her in toilet paper. We have a new photo gallery set up for your enjoyment. See photos from Butterfield's halloween celebration. Look for the "Photo Galleries" button on your left.

School Report Card

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 10:46:46 -0500

The School Report Card is used as a tool to inform the community about public schools in Illinois and contains information pertaining to school enrollment, average class size, time dedicated to subject area, teacher experience, school finances, and student performance. District 70 school report cards are available within the Curriculum Department on our district website at www.d70schools.org. Copies may also be requested from your school office.

2012-13 Mini Grant Winners

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:05:47 -0500

Winners of the 2012-13 Mini Grants have been announced by business leaders with District 70's Partners for Excellence in Education. The winners are now <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=789">posted.</a>

Supt. Schumacher's Welcome Back Podcast

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 16:46:09 -0500

Libertyville Elementary District 70 Supt. Dr. Guy Schumacher welcomes students and staff back to school and highlights what's ahead in the 2012-13 school year with a new <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/~gschumacher/drschumacherpodcast/Podcast/Podcast.html">podcast.</a>

Supply List for 12-13 school year

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:22:22 -0500

The school supply list has been posted for the 2012-2013 school year. Click on Documents above and then click on the Supply List icon.

D70 Finances Praised by Daily Herald

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:34:52 -0500

The Daily Herald, often critical of government spending and financial housekeeping, praises D70 for its cooperative attitude in a short-term loan to cash strapped Gavin D37 - encouraging more school districts to work together. See the editorial <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=821">here.</a>

Calendar for the 2012-13 school year

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:07:15 -0500

The official <a href="http://www.d70schools.org/lib/redirect.php?res_id=820">calendar</a> for the 2012-13 school year is now online. The calendar for the entire 2012-13 school year is now published on the website under "Calendar."