Happy Halloween Edition

State Rep. Tom Morrison - Principal for a Day

On Thursday, October 29, State Representative Tom Morrison spent the day at Fremd as Principal for a Day. Here was his schedule:

Period	Activity
1	Meet with Dept Chairs, Administrators
2	Pass out Spirit Wear Cookies, Visit Business Incubator Class
3	Ride-Along in Driver Education
4	Lead Discussion in Government Class
5	Social Science Survey. Topics included political ideology and business cycle.
6	Lunch/Network
7	Network/Building Tour
8	Social Science Survey. Topics included political ideology and business cycle.

Rep Morrison visiting with Dirk Andreas (left), class mentor,
and Chad Jonas (center), teacher.

Rep Morrison making a presentation to a Senior Government class.

Harper’s Promise Applications Available Now

A few blog posts ago, I talked about a unique opportunity for our current freshmen. If they meet certain attendance, grade, behavior and other requirements, they can attend Harper College tuition free.

To become eligible, you will need to submit an application by December 15. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain, so even if you don’t picture Harper College in your future, it won’t hurt to fill it out...just in case.

Students received an application in their VAMP class last week. If you need another copy, please contact your student’s counselor. For more information, visit the Harper College Promise Scholarship website.

Sport Parent Workshop Nov. 4

On Wednesday, November 4, 2015, from 7:00-9:00 p.m, D211 is hosting “The Sport Parent: Helping Your Child Maximize His or Her Potential,“ by Gregory A. Dale, Ph.D.,. at Conant High School.

Parents play a crucial role in determining whether or not children have a positive experience in sports. This thought provoking workshop encourages parents to analyze the type of environment they are creating for their children. Topics covered in this workshop include: the significance of the coach-athlete-parent triangle, lessons parents want children to learn from sports and the importance of modeling those lessons, and effective goal-setting that parents can use with their children.

If you have questions, please contact Augie Fontanetta, High School District 211 director of athletics & activities, at afontanetta@d211.org.

Realtors Against Homelessness

Join Realtors Against Homelessness and District 211 Foundation on Thursday, Nov. 5th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm for an evening of fun with colleagues and friends while making a life changing difference for students facing homelessness in our area! Tickets for the event can be purchased here.

Highlights and Successes

• Congratulations to Julia Smiarowska and Kate Bodensteiner on finishing in the  top 16 for doubles in the IHSA Tennis State Competition.
• Congratulations to Boys Cross Country All Regional runner Danny Peterson.
• Congratulations to Coach Darius Sanchez and the Boys Cross Country Team on their 3rd place at  IHSA Regionals and advancing  to the IHSA Sectionals.
• Congratulations to Ashley Soriano and Student Council on a successful and fun Halloween Fest.

Upcoming Home Activities and Varsity Events

October 30	Fremd Football first round play off @. Oak Park-River Forest H.S. - 7:00 p.m.
October 31	Girls/Boys Cross Country Sectionals @ Busse Woods - 10:00 a.m. Girls/11:15 a.m. Boys Girls Swimming & Diving Conference Meet @ Barrington H.S. - 11:00 a.m.
November 3	Late Start - 8:50 a.m.
November 4	Sport Parent Workshop - 7:00 @ Conant H.S.
November 4-6	Musical (Sound of Music) - 7:00 p.m.
November 5	Realtors Against Homelessness - 5-8 p.m. Chandler’s Banquets, 401 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg
November 7	Musical (Sound of Music)- 7:30 p.m.

For a more complete list, please visit our Athletics Page.

Ask the Principal

Q: Will Fremd be offering a free ACT to juniors this year?

A: That is our hope, but it is contingent upon a few factors. First, this test was traditionally offered as part of the Prairie State Achievement Exam, which was budgeted by the State. The ISBE is still unaware of the funds that may be available to pay for such a test. Second, the ISBE is flirting with options besides the ACT, like the recently-reformatted SAT, which is cheaper to administer. I’ve pondered the idea of making this a blog topic, but there are so many unknowns that I don’t know how much factual information I could include. District 211 understands that the ACT is the gatekeeper for many colleges, so we are examining our options to support our students no matter what happens with the State budget and ISBE decisions.

Are you curious about something at Fremd but have never asked? Email me at ktenopir@d211.org. If your question is pertinent to a wider audience, I will include it in the next blog post.