Devonshire Parent Newsletter 10.08.2026

Learning is in full swing across all classrooms at Devonshire. As we recognize Bullying Prevention Month, students are exploring what it means to be kind, inclusive, and safe. One highlight this week that reflects the Devonshire vision was our Kindergarten and 1st grade students welcoming the Skokie Fire Department to learn about firefighters, their equipment, and how they help keep our community safe. One Pod. Everyone Safe.

It was also wonderful to see so many families at parent-teacher conferences tonight. We hope to see another full building tomorrow and appreciate the opportunity to connect and celebrate our students' learning and growth together!

We wish all our Dolphin families a fantastic four-day weekend! As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow (Friday) for parent-teacher conferences or on Monday in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day. Enjoy the long weekend, Dolphins!

Throughout October, Devonshire students will learn about kindness, inclusion, respect, and standing up for others as we recognize Bullying Prevention Month. As One Pod, our classrooms will engage with a shared text, All Are Welcome, and activities that reinforce our commitment to ensuring everyone belongs and feels safe. Here is a link to the read-aloud for you to enjoy with your families.

🧡 Unity Day is Wednesday, October 21! We encourage all Dolphins to wear orange as we unite for belonging and inclusion and stand together against bullying.

Grade levels and individual classes continue to achieve their goals and earn rewards. Keep up the good work, and keep getting to school on time every day!

Also, Don't forget about Secret Attendance Day in October! One day in October, the normal lunchroom will turn into The Dazzling Diner, with music and other fun surprises for students who attend that day. Be sure to come every day in October so you don't miss the Dazzling Diner!

Please visit https://www.devonshirepta.com to sign up for the PTA, see events, purchase Devonshire gear, and more!

Questions? Contact the PTA @ devonshireskokiepta@gmail.com

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming back to Devonshire!

October 8 - 16, 2026

Parents: Grab a coffee and a friend and volunteer at the Scholastic Book Fair! We need helpers so the teachers and classrooms can visit the fair during the school day and also during parent teacher conferences.

PLEASE USE THIS LINK to sign up to be a volunteer

 

NEW THIS YEAR! We are providing the schedule of classroom visits so families can sign up when their children will be visiting the fair. But hurry! It is first come first serve.

 

Classroom book fair visit schedule:

Tuesday AM: Schroeder, Toscano, Solomon, Yacoub, Worrell

Tuesday PM: Rothman, Wurtz, Ostrovsky

Wednesday AM: Eckert, Chiet, Millington, Torres, Hembree

Wednesday PM: Madeyski, Ronna, Uhle

Friday PM: Madeyski, Zukancic, Ledesma, Altholz.

If you would like to view Devonshire Scholastic Book Fair page, click here. From this page you can create or manage the e-wallet for your students. You can also use the QR code next to this message to go directly to the e-wallet link. 

SCHOOL HOURS: Students are escorted into the building at 8:37 a.m. daily. School on Mondays runs 8:40 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and Tuesdays-Fridays are 8:40 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

TARDY TO SCHOOL: If your child arrives to school after 8:40 a.m, you must escort your child into the main entrance and sign them into school for the day. The sign-in sheet will also include the reason for the tardiness.

PLAYGROUND: While we encourage families to enjoy our community play space after school hours, the park and playground are closed to the public during school hours from 8:25 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 8:25 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Monday. This rule is grounded in student safety, and we appreciate your cooperation in enforcing this safety measure.

ATTENDANCE: If your child will be absent, you must report the absence including the reason for the absence. If your child has a medical appointment and will come in late or leave early from school, we ask that you report that information as well. Absences or early/late arrivals due to appointments may be communicated through the Parent Portal or you may call the Attendance Line at (847) 568-4996.

ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL: Drop off and pick up occur on Kenneth Avenue. Please only stop at the playground entrance closest to Davis. For the safety of our students, please do not double park, do not park on the side of the street with the houses, and stay in a single line. Students will line up according to grade level. Click here to see a map and detailed directions for picking up and dropping off. Students should be dropped off between 8:30-8:37 a.m. If you arrive after 8:40 a.m., please park and bring your child to the main entrance. Please note that if the weather is bad (under 15 degrees with wind chill, rain, or wet/blowing snow), students will come into the school building beginning at 8:30 a.m. 3rd - 5th grade students can walk home or walk to a parent in a parked car, if they have a signed permission slip. If you choose, you may submit this permission slip to your child’s teacher.

PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK: Click here for the 2026-27 Parent/Student Handbook.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Call us at the Main office: 847-568-4901