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June Family Newsletter

Posted Date: 06/01/26 (03:20 PM)
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June Family Newsletter

June 1, 2026
Dear Melzer Families,

Thank you for an exciting year of learning and fun! We are incredibly proud of our students for conquering difficult challenges, sharpening their problem solving skills, and using great communication tools like "I-statements." We know they will carry these valuable lessons with them through the summer and into the upcoming school year.

As your principal and assistant principal, we want to express our deepest gratitude to the Melzer community for allowing us to lead and serve this community. We are thrilled to continue celebrating our students this week, and we are actively collaborating with the incoming administration to ensure a smooth transition for next year.

In this newsletter, you will find important information regarding summer learning opportunities and reminders for the last week of school.

Your Partners in Education,
Angela Maki, Principal
Janeice Millon, Assistant Principal
 

Upcoming Events

June 3- District Wide Book Swap
June 4 - 5th Grade Graduation at 8 AM
June 4 - Kindergarten Celebration at 1:00PM
June 4 - Last full day of school before summer vacation
June 4 - PTO Dining Out Fundraiser at Beary Sweet Ice Cream Shop 1 - 9pm
June 8 - Free Summer Breakfast at the FRC Begins, 8:25 - 8:45
July 6 - 30 - Summer Learning Program
July 6 - Free Summer Breakfast at Apollo and ELC Begins, 8:25 - 8:45
June 15 - August 7 School Offices are Closed
 
Chromebook collection event for 2nd-5th grade students on Tuesday, June 2.
 
Text reads '10 day celebration GET READY FOR SUMMER!' with stylized yellow lettering.
A colorful graphic lists June events: BMX Biker on the 1st, Bubble Day on the 2nd, Staff vs. 5th Grade Kickball on the 3rd, and Outdoor Play Day on the 4th.
 
Poster for District 63 Summer Book Swap on June 3, 2026, featuring colorful illustrations of books.
 

Instrumental Music Program Sign Up

Don’t forget to sign up for the instrumental music program next year! To enroll in the Beginning Band or Orchestra Program, log in to the Parent Portal. Follow this job aid to complete the enrollment process (en español). The deadline to enroll is July 1. 4th Grade students who are currently enrolled in band and orchestra will automatically be registered for next year. 

Sign up for the Summer Music Program to get a head start. The program will run from August 13-19 at Gemini Middle School. Students will receive their instrument and start learning the basics. Log in to the Parent Portal to register by July 1. 

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Gilmore (kgilmore@emsd63.org).
Join the D63 Music Program for FREE summer and school year music education.
Sign Up Instructions
 

RULER: Blueprint

The Blueprint questions is a tool that students use at school to deal with conflict. As your students encounters conflict over the summer you can use similar language to help them problem solve and reflect.
Infographic titled 'Blueprint Questions for Future Conflicts' with sections on 'Your Perspective' and 'Other Person's Perspective'.
Blueprint questions for past conflicts, comparing 'Your Perspective' and 'Other Person's Perspective'.
 

Educational Equity and Diversity Cohort Opportunity

We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 SEED (Seeking Educational Equity & Diversity) Cohort.

This is a national program that partners with communities, institutions, and schools to develop leaders. At the end of the cohort, these leaders will have the tools to guide their peers in conversations that drive personal, institutional, and societal change. At D63, SEED inspires individuals to learn, listen, think, debate, and build a stronger, more equitable community.

SEED is open to all staff [at every level and department] and to our school community members [parents, guardians]. We'd love to have you join us.

If you're interested in participating, check your calendar before committing. Make sure you can attend all sessions because attendance is mandatory. Participants are permitted only one absence. 

2026|2027 SEED Cohort will meet on Thursday evenings from 4-7 p.m. on the following days: 
  • September 10
  • September 24
  • October 8
  • November 12
  • December 10
  • January 7
  • February 11
  • March 11
  • April 8
  • May 13

All sessions will take place at the Family Resource Center [FRC], and dinner will be provided. We will have childcare available for school-aged youth [ages 5-13] at no cost to SEEDlings.

Please complete this application by July 10, 2026, if you would like to be considered for participation. 

We'll be in touch to confirm enrollment once we've received and reviewed all applications.

If you have any questions, reach out to our SEED Facilitators, Angelica Schab, Naomi Carroll, and Domenica Montesinos at seed@emsd63.org.

Specials Update

Art

What an incredible turnout we had for our Art Show and Literacy Night last month! Thank you so much to all the families who came out to support our students and celebrate their incredible creativity. As we wind down the school year, students are busy packing up their portfolios and bringing their artwork home. It has been an absolute honor working with these growing artists this year. From building new technical skills to making messy, beautiful memories in the art room, it has been a joy to watch their confidence grow. Thank you for a wonderful year of community and creativity. I hope everyone has a fantastic summer, and I am already looking forward to all the inspiration next year will bring!

Library

Melzer students had an incredible year for reading as they checked out 8,251 books from our school library! If your child still has library books at home, please return them as soon as possible.

PE

Students had the perfect weather to participate in our end of the year Field day event. In the morning, the 5th graders were in charge of running 14 different stations for the K-3 students. Stations like, Jump the Snake, Pancake Party Relay, Scooter Soccer, and Striker Ball. In the afternoon, the 4th and 5th graders had their own field day with Horseshoes, Nukem, Human Tic-Tac-Toe, and concluded with popsicles at the playground. A big THANK YOU to everyone who helped make field day successful! 

Music

As we wrap up the school year, students are reviewing all the things they’ve learned! We are having fun playing rounds of Rhythm Four Corners and completing color-by-solfege worksheets. Students are celebrating their hard work with fun Boomwhacker play-alongs and games of Music-Pictionary. It has been a wonderful year of making music together. Everyone should feel proud of how much they have grown as musicians!
 

Summer Resources and Events

District 63 Summer Learning Website

Summer is an excellent time to recharge, explore the outdoors, play and connect with family and friends, and explore new interests through reading. Visit our Summer Learning website for ideas on how to keep learning alive this summer, including information about our district-wide Summer Book Swap, Math Bingo (for K-5), and instructions for accessing district learning apps on a home device throughout June and July.
Summer Learning Website
Poster for the Morton Grove Junior Police Academy for youth aged 11-14, featuring a police car and program details.
Poster for 'Bowling with Badges' event featuring bowling pins, a bowling ball, and police badge.
The Morton Grove Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program, themed 'Unearth a Story,' is coming soon from June 1-July 31.
Sign Up for the Summer Reading!
Summer Reading Block Party
 
Niles-Maine District Library Summer Reading program announcement with dates for kids, adults, and teens.
Summer Reading Sign Up!
 

Little Free Library

Feel free to stop by our little free library this summer to borrow and/or donate books!
A list of seven tips for enjoying summer, including reading, playing, journaling, helping at home, resting, and being curious.

26/27 Registration Expanded Learning at the FRC

Registration is open for 2026/2027 Expanded Learning at the FRC programs. The FRC offers a wide-range of expanded learning programming for students above and beyond the school day. If your family is in need of before- and after-school care, care on early dismissal or parent/teacher conferences days, or school breaks, the FRC has a program for you. Space is limited, and early registration is recommended. Information regarding our programs can be found on our website. 
Retro-style graphic with 'Hello Summer' text and sunburst background.

Visitor Aware

As a reminder, all D63 schools are now implementing Visitor Aware early student check-out. Visitor Aware provides an additional layer of security for your child by validating the identities of anyone entering the premises or seeking to pick up a student. 

All parents and approved pick-up persons must show a valid state-issued ID to sign a student out early (this does not include early dismissal days). Photos of ID and/or screenshots of state IDs will not be accepted. 

Alternative options – accepted, but not recommended - require staff-assisted check-in:
  • Green Cards
  • Passport
  • Mexican Consular ID Card
  • Military Identification Card

 
The logo for Melzer Elementary School in East Maine District 63 features a white cougar in a maroon circle.

Melzer Elementary School

Phone: 847-965-7474