News Archive
Brenda Carle Memorial Bench Dedicated
A memorial bench was dedicated to primary social studies teacher, Brenda Carle, at South Elementary School, the last week of 2007-2008 school year.
Mrs. Carle, a dedicated and beloved teacher, died suddenly May 8, 2007 of heart failure. Mrs. Carle began her career as a third grade teacher at South School. She went on to teach third grade at Cumberland School and gifted (CHIP) classes at Plainfield, Orchard Place and South Schools. In 2005, Carle began teaching primary social studies in Grades 2-5 at South and North Elementary Schools.
The memorial was made possible through the contributions of the South Student Council and featured a Chicago Cubs pennant, stuffed Eeyore and squirrels, a music note, and classroom supplies, which were some of Mrs. Carle’s favorite interests.
The dedication of the memorial bench was highlighted by a tribute from retired South School Principal Mary Ellen Bleeden, and a reading by current South School Principal Lori Poelking.
Mrs. Carle’s husband, Lawrence, as well as numerous family members, friends and district administrators attended the ceremony with South students and staff.
Police Presentation
Des Police Department speaks to Fifth Graders about bullying and gangs. Officers Johnson and Gitzinger visited South School on April 16th to encourage positive choices and to educate students about local events.
Citizenship and Earth Day
South School
News from room 102 and 202:
The Fifth and First grade Buddies in Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Bradley's class practiced the monthly character trait of "Citizenship" by cleaning up the grounds around South School. We donned our rubber gloves and out we went to collect garbage and make South School a healthier place!
We also made recycling signs to put on all the paper recycling baskets in the classrooms.
Talent Show
The South Annual Talent Show was held on March 18th before a packed house. Children from kindergarten through 5th grade participated, and this year there was a teachers' act in the show.
Math Night
Math Night, January 14, 2008: South School families had fun with math games together and learned how math is all around us.
Character Counts
Each month students who exemplified the character trait for the month spend their lunch time with the principal, Mrs. Poelking. In this picture, first, second, and third grade students talk about the trait of Fairness, the trait for December and January.
Holiday Sing
On Thursday, December 13, South School had it’s annual Holiday Sing. Grades kindergarten through 2nd grade sang songs celebrating the holiday season.
Downtown Tree Lighting
South Teachers Celebrate the Season
This picture was submitted to the Chicago Tribune for their annual holiday cheer contest to see who has the best holiday garb.
Cubs Day 2007 - Maybe Next Year!
Des Plaines Fire Fighters Visit South School
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