The Blythe Park Student Council is holding a fundraiser to support Blythe Park's Angel Fund as well as a Pumpkin Decorating Contest.
Blythe Park Angel Fund Fundraiser –
 The Blythe Park Student Council is organizing a fundraiser for the Blythe Park Angel Fund. The Angel Fund provides school-related support for Blythe students in need.
During the school day on Tuesday, October 30th Blythe Park students will be able to purchase:
- A cup of apple cider and/or a small bag of candy corn.
- Each item will be priced at $1.00 (CASH ONLY)
- NOTE – Students will only be allowed to purchase one of each item. Students will not be allowed to call home to request money from parents/guardians.
Thank you for your support of the Blythe Park Angel Fund!
Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org
Pumpkin Decorating (not carved) Contest –
 Bring a decorated (not carved) pumpkin to school on Tuesday, October 30th.
*NOTE – Pumpkins need to be taken home by Oct. 31.
- This is an optional family activity.
- BE CREATIVE!
- HAVE FUN!
- Choose a pumpkin that your student can easily transport to and from school or make arrangements to help your student get their pumpkin to and from school.
The students at Blythe Park School will be voting for their favorite pumpkins based on the following categories:
*NOTE – This is not a pumpkin carving contest. Students are asked to design their creations using paint, beads, glitter, yarn or other materials that can be adhered to their pumpkin.
- Scariest
- Funniest/Silliest
- Most Creative
- Most Realistic (a famous person, animal, food, character)
- Overall Favorite Pumpkin
Questions? Contact Mrs. King at kingr@district96.org
FLYER – Student Counsel Sponsored Events
Halloween Schedule at Blythe Park:
- Morning – School routines in the morning will remain the same. With the exception of AM Early Learners and Kindergartners, students will NOT wear costumes during the morning hours. They are allowed to go home during the lunch hour to change. If students are not going home for lunch, parents may send the costume with their child in the morning so that he or she may change into it in the afternoon.
- Costume Guidelines – Weapons associated with your child's costume are not allowed at Blythe Park. Please reserve these accessories for your child's fun-filled night of trick-or-treating. Students may wear masks during the parade but will be asked to remove them during the Halloween play.
- AM Early Learners and Kindergarten – AM Early Learners and Kindergarteners are encouraged to come back in the afternoon for Halloween festivities. **They must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver during this time.
- Extended Lunch/Recess 11:25 am-1:00 pm – Students will have an extended lunch/recess period on Halloween. Students staying at school will change into their costume from 12:40-1:00 pm. Students who go home for lunch will return to school at 1:00 pm.
**NOTE – The extended lunch schedule does not apply to Early Learners. Both the AM and PM Early Learner Schedule will run its normal schedule. If your child is a PM Kindergartner that takes a bus to school, you may bring your child back to school at the later time of 1:00 PM OR your child may maintain his or her typical schedule. If your child follows his/her typical schedule, please know that adult supervision will be provided for him or her.
- Halloween Parade 1:05-1:30 pm – Parents are welcome to gather (weather permitting) in the amphitheater for the Halloween parade. *AM Early Learners and Kindergarteners are welcome with parent or caregiver.
- Halloween Play 1:30-2:15 pm – A Halloween play, put on by our amazing Blythe Park parents, will follow the parade. Thank you, Mrs. Kelley Migacz and Mrs. Mary Smith, for organizing this wonderful event! *AM Early Learners and Kindergarteners are welcome with parent or caregiver.
- Classroom Parties 2:15-2:55 pm– Classroom parties will follow the play. A healthy snack and fun activity will be provided to students during this time.
*NOTE: Due to the large number of students who will be going home for lunch on Halloween, parents/guardians need not sign their child out in the office. There will be a formal dismissal and staff will be outside to ensure students go home with the appropriate caregiver.
Questions? Contact Ms. Gorman at gormanc@district96.org
 The Blythe Park PTA Election Day Bake Sale will be held next Tuesday, November 6th.
The PTA is looking for volunteers to bake and help run the sale throughout the day.
Please click on the button below to sign up to be a baker and/or a volunteer:
Questions? Contact Debbie Strama at dastrama@gmail.com
 Sign-up for Kids Yoga – Session 2! Classes start on Wednesday, November 7th.
*REMINDER: No class this week.
Kids Yoga
Stephanie Roldan from Blissful Owl will instruct Kids Yoga classes every Wednesday from 3:00-3:45pm in the Blythe Park Gym for boys and girls in Kindergarten – 5th Grade.
Session 2
Wednesdays, 3:00-3:45pm
November 7th – December 19th (6 weeks, no class on Nov. 21)
$60
TO REGISTER – Please click on the following CheddarUp button, no matter your payment method (cash, check, credit). *NOTE: No single class passes will be available. Also, no prorating, no make-up days unless the instructor needs to reschedule, no refunds.
Questions? Contact Maria D'Amico at vmariadg@gmail.com
The Riverside Parks and Rec Winter Session: After School Programs at Blythe Park will begin the week of November 5th.
Classes will take place directly after school dismissal from 3-4pm.
NOTE: Registration deadline is 5 days prior to the class start date.
To view the class schedules OR register online, click on the following links:
Registration is also available in person at the Water Tower, 10 Pine Ave.
Questions? Contact the Riverside Parks & Rec Department at 708-442-7025
Blythe Park will celebrate Veterans Day with a special music program on Friday, November 9th at 10:00am in the auditorium. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend.
As part of the program each year, Blythe Park invites Veterans to be their special guests. If you know a Veteran, please invite them to attend.
*REMINDER: Also, remember to have your student dress patriotically in red, white and/or blue clothing.
See the attached flyer for more information: Blythe Park Veterans Day Invite 2018
Questions? Contact Ms. Gorman at gormanc@district96.org
 Every year the PTA makes a handmade ornament for each Blythe Park student and staff member. Please sign up if you'd like to volunteer to help assemble this year's ornaments.
No crafting experience required. Supplies and instructions will be provided by the PTA. Bring your holiday cheer!
Questions? Contact Tiffany Uribe at turibe3@gmail.com
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