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Annual Traditions

A month-by-month guide to all things Crow Island.

Late AugustSummer Meet-ups
Each grade will have a summer meet-up at school or a local park before school begins.
Late AugustNew Parent Coffee
Join Mr. Livingston and our PTO President for a general orientation to Crow Island’s history and a tour of the school.
SeptemberBack-to-School Bash
Come celebrate the beginning of the school year with other Crow Island families!
SeptemberGo-to-School Night
The purpose of this evening is to get to know your child’s teacher, hear a bit about the classroom routines and expectations, and learn about the grade-level curriculum.
SeptemberBuddies (1st/4th Grade)
First graders and 4th graders are paired up as “buddies”. They meet throughout the school year to read, play, and learn together.
September/OctoberPicture Day
Just like when you were a kid…
OctoberRun-a-thon
Crow Island students run together to raise funds for the school and charity. more >>
OctoberHalloween Ghost Walk
Costumed students parade around the school and see some unexpected sights in the woods. Will the “Ghost of Crow Island” appear this year…?
DecemberBook Fair
Find age-appropriate, worthwhile books while raising money for the school.
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DecemberWinter Sing-A-Long
Students, teachers, and families come together during the school day to share the joy of the season.
FebruaryS.T.E.A.M. Expo
Students in grades 2-4 share their research and investigations. more>>
February/March Crow Island Parent & Teacher Party
This fun evening event provides a welcome opportunity for parents, teachers, and staff members to socialize together. more>>
February – MayPioneer Room (3rd Grade)
This memorable trip back to pioneer times is the culmination of the pioneer unit – and, for many, the highlight of their years at Crow Island.
MarchSpring Sing (3rd/4th Grade)
Student creativity, music, and art come together in a seasonal evening performance.
MarchImmigration Day (4th Grade)
The 4th graders complete their immigration unit by becoming American citizens and enjoying an international lunch. more>>
AprilCamp Edwards (4th Grade)
Students enjoy a variety of outdoor explorations on this overnight trip. more>>
April/MayPortfolio Conference Evenings (Grades 1 – 4)
Students share the highlights of the year and reflect on their growth with their parents.
MaySpring Sing  (1st/2nd Grade)
Student creativity, music, and art come together in a seasonal evening performance.
May/JuneField Day
Students in grades 1-4 participate in a variety of fun outdoor competitions. more>>
May/JuneCrow Island Family Picnic
Families eat and play games together at an evening picnic in the Crow Island Woods. more>>
June4th Grade Party
Fourth graders celebrate their years at Crow Island at an evening pizza party. more>>
JuneCrows on Parade (4th Grade)
The creativity of the 4th graders is displayed on the school lawn in the form of large plaster crows. more>>
OngoingBirthday Lunches
During their birthday month, children in grades K-4 will be invited to have lunch with peers from their grade and Principal Livingston. This is a favorite activity for Mr. Livingston.

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Upcoming Events

August 15, 2022
  • 9:00 am: Skokie Building Tours
  • 9:00 am: Washburne Building Tours
August 16, 2022
  • 1:00 pm: Skokie Building Tours
  • 1:00 pm: Washburne Building Tours
  • 3:00 pm: Skokie New Family Event
  • 3:00 pm: Washburne New Family Event
  • 4:00 pm: HW Community & New Building Tours
  • 7:15 pm: School Board Meeting
August 17, 2022
  • 11:00 am: Skokie Building Tours
  • 11:00 am: Washburne Building Tours
August 18, 2022
  • 4:00 pm: Greeley New Family Building Tours
  • 6:00 pm: Crow Island New Family Orientation
August 19, 2022
  • 9:00 am: Crow Island Building Tours
  • 11:00 am: Crow Island Building Tours
August 23, 2022
  • 10:30 am: Crow Island Meet & Greet
  • 10:30 am: Crow Island Meet & Greet
  • 10:30 am: Greeley Meet & Greet Your Teacher
  • 10:30 am: Hubbard Woods Meet & Greet Your Teacher
  • 10:30 am: Crow Island Meet & Greet

  • 10:45 am: HW K Meet & Greet
  • 11:30 am: Washburne Meet & Greet Your Teacher
  • 2:30 pm: Skokie Meet & Greet Your Teacher
August 24, 2022
  • Schools Open (Half Day AM)
  • Schools Open - Dismissal @ 11:20am
  • Schools Open - Dismissal @ 11:20am

September 1, 2022
  • 5:00 pm: Crow Island Back to School Bash
September 5, 2022
  • No School (Labor Day)
  • No School (Labor Day)

September 15, 2022
  • 6:00 pm: Go To School Night
  • 6:00 pm: HW Go to School Night
  • 6:00 pm: Crow Island - Go To School Night

September 20, 2022
  • HW Picture Day
  • 7:15 pm: School Board Meeting
September 21, 2022
  • CI Picture Day
  • CI Picture Day

September 26, 2022
  • No School (Religious Holiday)
  • No School (Religious Holiday)

October 5, 2022
  • No School (Religious Holiday)
October 7, 2022
  • Crow Island - PTO Runathon
October 13, 2022
  • Conferences (Half Day AM)
  • Early Dismissal @ 11:20am
October 14, 2022
  • No School (Conferences/Reporting Day)

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