SPRING LAKE SCHOOL

We’re so proud of all of our amazing students who participated in this year’s School Spelling Bees! 🐝📚 Your hard work, courage, and dedication truly shined. Each grade was represented by two outstanding spellers, and we couldn’t be more impressed with everyone who took part! Junior Bee (Grades 1–3) 🥇 1st Place: Quintin 🥈 2nd Place: Garrett Senior Bee (Grades 4–6) 🥇 1st Place: Rowen 🥈 2nd Place: Julian Congratulations to our winners, and a big round of applause to all participants for doing such a fantastic job! 🎉👏

Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day, Miss Kathy! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students and our school. The time and effort you put in each day, both on the bus and in the building, make a real difference in keeping things running smoothly and ensuring our students' safety. Your commitment does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all you do!

It was wonderful seeing the cafeteria filled with so many amazing people for D: Dine With Someone Grand! We are so thankful for the special people in our students’ lives who showed up, shared a meal, and made the day so meaningful. If you have any photos from Grands' Day, please feel free to share them in the comments!

Today’s activity C: chalk up the playground!

Last week, our first graders learned all about tools as part of their life skills focus. This week, they put that knowledge into action! Students became builders as they worked to create and paint their very own birdhouses. They practiced using tools safely, followed directions, and showed so much creativity in their painting.

We regret to inform you that, due to Kathy having to be out, we will not have a bus driver available until Monday. We appreciate your support and ask that you drop off and pick up your student on Thursday and Friday. Early drop-off is available starting at 7 a.m. If your student requires transportation, please contact the office in the morning, and we will arrange a ride for them. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Happy Earth Day! 🌎💚 Today’s ABC Countdown to Summer was “B: Be Kind to the Earth.” Alex gave a wonderful presentation for our kindergarten, first, and second graders about her family’s bees and the honey they make. She shared several of the tools they use, providing great visuals that helped bring her presentation to life for our younger learners. To wrap up, Alex gave each student a sample-sized jar of honey to take home and enjoy! 🐝🍯

Just a reminder bus service will not be available on Wednesday, April 22. Parents and guardians are requested to arrange alternative transportation for students on these dates. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. If drop-off or pick-up is required before 7:30 am or after 2:30 pm, please notify the office. Any changes to this arrangement will be communicated promptly.

The PTC meeting scheduled for today has been cancelled. We will notify you once it is rescheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank You The PTC

Bus service will not be available on Tuesday, April 21, and Wednesday, April 22. Parents and guardians are requested to arrange alternative transportation for students on these dates. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. If drop-off or pick-up is required before 7:30 am or after 2:30 pm, please notify the office. Any changes to this arrangement will be communicated promptly.

Bus service will not be available on Tuesday, April 21, and Wednesday, April 22. Parents and guardians are requested to arrange alternative transportation for students on these dates. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. If drop-off or pick-up is required before 7:30 am or after 2:30 pm, please notify the office. Any changes to this arrangement will be communicated promptly.

📣PTC NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN!
Spring Lake Parent Teacher Club (PTC) is now accepting nominations for the following positions:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Nominations will be open at the next PTC meeting:
📅 April 21
⏰ 3:15 PM
If you are interested in holding one of these positions, please join us at the meeting to volunteer!
🗳️ Voting will take place at our May meeting (date and time to be announced).

Good Afternoon

We currently do not have a substitute bus driver for Tuesday, April 21, and Wednesday, April 22. If we are unable to secure one, you will need to drop off and pick up your student on these days. We apologize for any inconvenience and will update you if the situation changes.

Substitute Bus Driver

April 21st kicks off our ABC Countdown as we head toward the last day of school! Each day will feature a fun theme for students to enjoy. From A to Z, we’ll celebrate with activities, dress-up days, and special moments to make the end of the year memorable. Participation is encouraged but not required. Let’s finish the school year strong while having some fun along the way. Reference the calendar for the daily themes!

⚾️ 2026 Forman Park District House League – Registration Now Open! ⚾️ Let’s play ball! The Forman Park District House League is gearing up for another great summer season, and registrations are now open for T-Ball/Coach Pitch and Minor League Baseball/Softball. This is open to Spring Lake students. 📅 Important Dates Registration Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026 Season Begins: Week of May 25 Season Length: 6 weeksPractices/Games twice per week No games or practices on Memorial Day 🧢 Leagues Available (Based on the 2025–2026 school year) T-Ball / Coach PitchPreschool & Kindergarten Ages 4 and up Practice/Game Nights: Tentatively Tuesday & Thursday Minor League1st & 2nd Grade Practice/Game Nights: Tentatively Monday & Wednesday Schedules are tentative and subject to change based on enrollment. 💲 Registration Fees $25 – One child $40 total – Two children (same household) $50 total – Three or more children (same household) Late registrations will incur a $5 fee ✔ Each child receives a team t-shirt ✔ Players should bring their own glove and helmet if possible ✔ Limited helmets and bats are available 📍 How to Register Complete the registration form and return it with payment to: Mrs. Andrea Dean at Midwest Central Primary School, or Bernshausen Automotive 108 N. Washington St., Manito Mon–Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Make checks payable to Forman Park District. 🙋 Coaches Needed! We are looking for volunteer coaches and assistant coaches for each team. No experience required—just a willingness to help kids have fun and learn the game! 💗 “Volunteers don’t always have the time, they have the heart.” 💗 🌟 Special Thank You A huge thank you to Andrea Dean for stepping in and volunteering her time to serve as League Director this season. Community programs like this can’t happen without people willing to lead, and we sincerely appreciate her dedication to our kids and our league! 🙌 📣 Questions or Updates? League Director: Andrea Dean 📞 (309) 256-3160 Follow us on Facebook: 👉 Forman Park District House League

Morning Bus Time Announcement

April Bobcat Bulletin

April Menus

We are very proud of our 3-6th grade students who worked incredibly hard this week to demonstrate their learning on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) state tests. Today the students partied! 🥳 Giggles, smiles, and treats were abundant! Thanks to all the students, staff, and parents for working hard this year to make us Spring Lake strong! 💪 🐾 💙