NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Summer Office Hours
If you need immediate assistance please contact Mrs. Jennifer Rath at jprath@cps.edu. |
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Wanted! Used Canty Gym Uniforms
Please donate during the following times:
Friends of Canty will be selling them for $1.00 at Quick Start *Please make sure uniforms have been washed *Please no rips/tears in uniforms |
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A Note From Ms. Laurencell
Dear Parents, Student and Canty Community,
It is with a heavy heart that I must inform you all that as of June 12th I will no longer be part of the Canty Family. As the school takes on new leadership so must I find a new home and path. I have been the Assistant Principal at Arthur E. Canty for 12 years and from my very first day I was impressed by the warmth and openness of this community. It has been a privilege to work here with such wonderful children, dedicated staff, and caring parents. In the time I have been here, our enrolment has grown from 530 children to over 830 and with a new addition being secured in the process. I will miss Canty. This is a great community and I have appreciated my time here. I will especially miss the assemblies; especially seeing the students dancing and singing. Some of my best memories were when we used to have talent shows. I wish every family all the best and hope that every child has a bright future - as you are all superstars! Ms. Collette Laurencell Thank you for all your hard work and dedication over the years Ms. Laurencell…
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Important 8th Grade Dates
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Attention!!! 6th Grade Canty Parents and Students
As 7th grade grades and NWEA scores are the initial (and most critical) criteria for high school entrance within CPS, we will be hosting a presentation for Canty 6th grade (rising 7th grade) students and parents entitled:
Preparing for a Successful 7th Grade and Beyond Where: Canty Multi-purpose Room When: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 6pm–7pm As we will be covering very important information regarding 7th grade as well as the high school process, we look forward to seeing all current 6th grade parents and students! |
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Attention!!! 7th Grade Canty Parents and Students
It’s that time … to begin preparing for where you are going to attend high school!
Canty 7th grade (rising 8th grade) students and parents, please make plans to attend the: GoCPS Introduction to the ‘20-‘21 High School Application process Where: Canty Auditorium When: Wednesday, June 5, 2019 6pm–7pm As we will be covering very important information regarding the GoCPS high school process, we look forward to seeing all 7th grade parents and students! |
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2019 My Voice, My School Parent Survey
Parents and guardians of CPS students are invited to complete a survey about their child's school between April 1, 2019 and April 30, 2019. The survey takes about 10-15 minutes to complete and is available in several languages. It is completely anonymous.
The annual My Voice My School Parent survey is an incredible opportunity for parents' important perspective to be heard. We appreciate all parents who take few moments to participate in the My Voice My School Parent survey. |
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Principal's Message
Dear Canty Families,
I am excited to be joining the Canty school community as the school leader on April 29th. I am a long time resident of the Northwest side. I have been married for 19 years and am the proud mother of three children ages 7, 8 and 17. Over the past 20 years as an educator in Chicago, I have been a teacher, instructional coach and an assistant principal most recently at Prescott School. I am challenging myself to learn more and more names each day. In addition to all of the fun things happening the end of the school year, students will be taking the NWEA assessment. This is the assessment students will be able to show what they know. We are very excited to see how much our students have learned this year and to celebrate how much each of our students have grown. As the weather becomes warmer, it is important that the students are in school everyday for the entire day. Please plan appointments and family trips accordingly. Attendance is a large factor in our school’s rating and early dismissals count. Please help the whole Canty community by coming to school for the whole day, every day. I am looking forward to a great remainder of the school year and getting to know all of you! Sincerely,
Jennifer Rath Principal |
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Meet and Greet with Principal Rath
All Canty Families are Welcome!
April 30, 2019
I want to hear what you love about Canty! I want to know what areas you would like me to address! You can always reach me at jprath@cps.edu. |
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Canty Spring Dance Performance
Mark your calendars to attend the Canty Spring Dance Performance!
The following grades will be performing - Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 4 and Grade 5. There will also be a performance from the Canty Dance Company comprising of students in grades 6-8. May 9th - Student only performances May 10th - Parents and Community 8:30 a.m. 1:30 P.M. |
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Aspen Update
The CPS Aspen system began on April 22nd. As expected, the system has experienced some glitches. If you have not received an email for parent portal with an activation code to register, please follow the link below and complete the Google Survey. We will update our records and you should receive an email with Parent Portal account instructions. We ask that parents be patient during this transition. Keep in mind that students Grade 5 and up have access to their student portal and parents can check grades through their student's login. We thank you for your understanding during this transitional period.
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Spring Learning Challenge at CPL Dunning Branch
Hello,
The Spring Learning Challenge at the Chicago Public Library starts Friday, April 12, 2019 and it will run until Monday, April 29, 2019. The Spring Learning Challenge Log, which is attached, can be completed at home or at the library and must be submitted to the Dunning Branch by May 6th to win a prize from CPL and receive extra credit from Mr. Yak. Five (5) extra credit percentage points will be given towards Q4 grade for Library/Research class. Any questions about the Winter Learning Challenge please call the Dunning Branch at 312 743 0480. Happy Reading! Mr. Yak |
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2019 - 2020 Kindergarten Registration2019 - 2020 Kindergarten Registration will be held on Wednesdays, from 9:30-12:00 in the Main Office.
Your child must be 5 years of age before September 1, 2019 in order to be enrolled for Kindergarten. Students must reside in our attendance area to attend Canty School. To register your child, parents must provide 2 proofs of current address (gas, electric, water bill etc.); a Photo ID with current address; and child’s original birth certificate. Cellphone bills, credit card and/or bank statements will NOT be accepted. When registering your child, all utility bills and photo ID should be of the parent who is filing out the registration forms. (Registration forms are available below).
All of the required registration forms must be printed, completed and submitted when registering your child. Kindergarten is full day (8:00 am - 3:00 pm) with a 20 minute lunch, 25 minute recess, and 60 minutes of an ancillary class per day (P.E., Dance, Music, Library, Art). |
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Survey for Parents - Check Your E-mail
Dear Canty Families,
As I prepare for April 29th I would like to hear from you! I can't wait to find out from you what makes Canty great and how we can work together to make it even better. Please check your email for a survey link. If you do not currently receive our emails, but would like to be added to our email list, please contact the school. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Paper copies are also available in the main office. Jennifer Rath Principal |
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8th Annual Developmental Differences Resource Fair - March 31
Find help and resources for children with developmental differences such as autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder or Down syndrome at NPN’s free annual fair. Browse exhibitors including school options, service providers and extracurriculars. Plus, attend free, expert-led workshops on IEPs, navigating insurance and managing challenging behaviors.
Free and open to the public! RSVP at npnparents.org/ddrf |
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Dunning History FairThe Dunning History Fair is coming soon. The Dunning Branch is hosting a workshop for Canty students on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 6pm.
The deadline for submission for entries to the Dunning branch is Saturday, March 30, 2019. There will be a Cookie & Punch Reception on Monday, April 22, 2019 at 6:30pm. If you see Mr. Yak this quarter, the list participants that complete and turn it into the Dunning branch extra credit will be given for quarter 3. |
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6th Grade Field Trip to Feed My Starving ChildrenOn February 6 2019, the Sixth Grade went on a field trip to Feed My Starving Children. FMSC is an organization that works to create nutritious meal formulas that meet the need of starving people. The sixth grade worked hard to put together and pack healthy meals for people around the world who are most in need. While they had fun, what they took away most from the experience was that their actions positively impacted the world-wide community.
Way to go sixth grade!! |
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Volunteers Needed for the Canty Parent Patrol
After training vests and barricades will be supplied by the Chicago Police Department.
Once trained there is an online sign up calendar for volunteers to log into to choose the dates, times, and intersections at which you are available to volunteer. The time slots are: 7:30am–8:15am and 2:45pm-3:15pm
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Winter Chess Club Session Starts Monday 02/04/19
Chess helps to develop a child's reading and math ability, critical and analytical thinking, as well as to build character and self-esteem. But most of all it’s fun! All students will receive their own chess set and chess instruction books included at no additional fee!
8 Week Chess Program Starts Monday February 4th! $90 Registration Fee Online at Chess Academy! Beginning students will focus on basic rules of chess and elementary chess strategy. Intermediate and advanced students will focus on winning chess tactics, opening repertoires, middle-game combinations, and endgame strategies. For more information and reservations John at Chess Academy at chessteacher@comcast.net. Please make checks payable to "Chess Academy" or pay online at TheChessAcademy.Org A minimum of 15 students is required for the class to start. The Chess Academy is a voluntary activity. This program is not affiliated with or endorsed by Canty School or Chicago Public Schools. |
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Canty Elementary Winter Chess Program
Chess helps to develop a child's reading and math ability, critical and analytical thinking, as well as to build character and self-esteem. But most of all it’s fun! All students will receive their own chess set and chess instruction books included at no additional fee!
8 Week Chess Program Starts Monday February 4th! $90 Registration Fee Online at Chess Academy! Beginning students will focus on basic rules of chess and elementary chess strategy. Intermediate and advanced students will focus on winning chess tactics, opening repertoires, middle-game combinations, and endgame strategies. For more information and reservations John at Chess Academy at chessteacher@comcast.net. Please make checks payable to "Chess Academy" or pay online at TheChessAcademy.Org A minimum of 15 students is required for the class to start. The Chess Academy is a voluntary activity. This program is not affiliated with or endorsed by Canty School or Chicago Public Schools. |
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LSC Special Meeting Agenda for Thursday, January 24The chairperson of the LSC has called a special meeting to begin at 6:10 PM on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Canty School Library at 3740 N. Panama Ave. Chicago, IL 60634.
This month the LSC will be meeting on January 24 and January 29, 2019.
Thursday, January 24 the LSC will be going into closed session to create interview questions. Agenda is attached. Tuesday, January 29 is the regular LSC meeting. Agenda will be sent closer to the date. |
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Paris Street Construction Completed
We have received confirmation that the Paris street construction has been completed. Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, 1/8/19 we will return back to our regular arrival and dismissal procedures. See the Canty School Map link for reference.
Parents remember to please drive slowly and carefully around the school and be aware of all pedestrians and traffic patterns. Driving in School Zones
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Balance and Motion - 2nd Grade
2nd grade has been working on Balance and Motion in their science classes.
Below are some pictures shared by Mrs. Pierzchała. |
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DECEMBER 18, 2018 LSC MEETING CANCELLED!
The LSC meeting tonight, December 18, 2018, is cancelled.
A new date will be announced soon. Sorry for any inconvenience. |
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Last Day to Apply
Friday December 14, 2018 is the final day! All families applying to attend a CPS school in 2019-20 must submit applications today in order to meet the round one deadline.
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Winter Learning Challenge at CPL Dunning Branch
Complete the Winter Learning Challenge at CPL Dunning Branch and Earn Extra Credit
The Winter Learning Challenge at the Chicago Public Library starts Monday, December 17, 2018 and it will run until Monday, January 7, 2019. The Winter Learning Challenge Log, which is attached, can be completed at home or at the library and must be submitted to the Dunning Branch by January 14 to win a prize from CPL and receive extra credit from Mr. Yak. Five (5) extra credit percentage points will be given towards Q2 grade for Library/ Research class. For 4th grade and 5th grade, extra credit will be given for Q3 when I see you. Any questions about the Winter Learning Challenge please call the Dunning Branch at 312 743 0480. Happy Reading! Mr. Yak |
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Holiday Spirit Week for Students 2018
Monday, December 17, 2018
All spirit wear items must be school appropriate.
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Friends of Canty Holiday Spirit Week
Monday, December 3rd
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ISBE Letter to CPS Staff, Parents and Families
November 2018
Dear CPS Staff, Parents and Families: We hope that the first two months of the school year have been successful in your homes and classrooms, and that you have settled into your back-to-school routine. We wanted to take this opportunity to share the findings of an investigation that the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) conducted into the special education policies and practices of Chicago Public Schools, and the corrective action that ISBE will be putting into place over the next three school years. |
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LSC Parent Survey
We need your help! We would like parents input on different questions in order to assist us on making the advertisement for the new Principal Ad and interview questions for the interview process. Please answer the survey questions so we can use this information during the Hiring process to select the best possible candidate for Canty School.
Parent's Principal Survey link: https://goo.gl/forms/XbnYtsX1NVXm1etp1 If you do not have access to a computer or internet, the Computer lab (Room 213) will be open during Report Card pick-up to access the survey. The survey will close on Friday, November 16, 2018 at Noon |
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LSC MEETING CANCELLED
The LSC meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 23 at 6:10pm is cancelled due to the Alderman's Community meeting at Wright College from 6 - 8 pm
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Northwest High School Community Forum
There will be a Community Forum, regarding the new High School on the northwest side, at Wright College on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 from 6 - 8 pm. Parents are welcomed to attend.
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Letter to Parents
As the trial of Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke nears completion, we will take every appropriate precaution to ensure the safety of our entire school community. Your child’s safety is our top priority and the city has a multi-agency interdisciplinary plan in place to ensure that Chicagoans can express themselves peacefully about the verdict.
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GoCPS Application Period Opens Monday, October 1st
The GoCPS application process opens next week, but whether you apply on Oct. 1 or Dec. 14, you have the same chances of receiving an offer from a program of your choice! So don’t rush, take your time and use the full application window to your advantage.
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McTeacher's Night
Join us for McTeacher's Night on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 3 - 8 pm at the McDonalds located at 4550 N. Cumberland Ave.
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Parent Letter
Congratulations to Dr. Łucja Mirowska-Kopeć on her retirement as Principal of Canty School. As you are aware, her retirement is effective September 15, 2018. I would like to personally thank and acknowledge Dr. Mirowska-Kopeć for her dedication to the Canty Community for the past 11 years. Under her leadership, Canty has flourished as a neighborhood school as she established a schoolwide vision of commitment to high standards and the success of all students. Her retirement is well-deserved and now she is looking forward to spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring new opportunities.
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Roosevelt High School Family Open House
Showcasing the Many Unique Programs offered at Roosevelt High School, including:
Arts, Athletics, JROTC and MORE!
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Our Commitment to Protecting Chicago's Students
Dear CPS Families and Supporters,
As CEO and a mother of two children who attend Chicago Public Schools, I will not be satisfied until I am confident that the district is doing everything possible to keep our students safe. Earlier this month, we shared with your our plan of action, which details the critical steps we are taking to protect Chicago’s children. Today, the district also announced that the Office of the Inspector General will take on additional responsibilities with regard to investigating reports of sexual misconduct. We are committed to keeping you informed of our efforts to better protect our students and have launched a new webpage at cps.edu/ProtectingStudents. This page includes a personal message from me and will be updated regularly as we make progress addressing issues that could endanger students. Nothing is more important than student safety, particularly with regard to the adults who are supposed to serve them, and I assure you that no stone will be unturned as we work to keep our students safe. Sincerely, Dr. Janice K. Jackson Chief Executive Officer Chicago Public Schools |
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Protecting Chicago's Children
Nothing is more important to Chicago Public Schools than the safety and well being of your children. You entrust us to educate and safeguard your children, and that trust is sacred. Over the years, CPS has continuously improved efforts to protect students, but we must be vigilant and address any issues that could endanger our students.
As CEO and as a CPS parent, I will not be satisfied until I am confident that the district is doing everything possible to protect students. I’m writing to share several additional steps we will take in this effort. |
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Dunning High School Ground Breaking
Ground breaking ceremony for the new Dunning High School took place on Sunday, May 20th, 2018 with Mayor Emanuel, Dr. Janice Jackson, Alderman Sposato, Dr. Mirowska-Kopeć, Canty Principal, Mr. Major, Dever Principal, Dr. Brake, Bridge Principal, Mr. Tavlos, Smyser Principal, and Taft Principal, Mr. Grishaber, and LSC representatives.
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Teacher in the Library
There is a great program at the Dunning Branch Library called, "Teacher in the Library".
There is a teacher at the Dunning Branch that will help students with their homework on the following days:
This service is FREE! For more information about this program, please call Dunning Branch Library at 312 743 0480. |
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After School Homework Help at Chicago Public LibraryChicago Public Library provides free homework help for students in libraries and through an online tutoring service available in English and Spanish that can be accessed from any internet-connected computer 2:00 - 11:00 p.m., seven days per week. At libraries, accredited teachers and trained homework helpers help children focus, use effective learning strategies and find the best resources for completing their homework assignments. They also answer parents' questions and offer suggestions on how parents can help their children with school assignments at home. If you have questions, please email story@chipublib.org or call 312 747 4780.
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New CPS Policy For All VolunteersThere is a new CPS policy that all volunteers/chaperones need to fill out an online CPS Volunteer application.
In order to volunteer at Canty, help with events, chaperone field trips, and assist in classrooms, all parents must complete the new CPS Volunteer application and be approved. |
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Dressing Appropriately for Cold WeatherAll students will line up outside in the morning and go outside for recess depending on the below temperature guidelines. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather conditions (winter coat, hat, gloves, etc.). Students are responsible for obeying the rules and participating in recess activities in an acceptable manner.
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