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LAKE BLUFF
PARK DISTRICT
WINTER/SPRING 2021
ONLINE PROGRAM & ACTIVITY GUIDE

                         Congratulations to
                         2020 Snow Sculpture
                         Contest winner
                         Clementine Clunn!
                         Find information on
                         this year’s contest on
                         page 10 inside.

Register online starting November 16
LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT - WINTER/SPRING 2021 ONLINE PROGRAM & ACTIVITY GUIDE - Register online starting November 16
Your Lake Bluff Fall Program Guide
                                                                                             Table of Contents
                                                                                             Contacts ..................................................2
                                                                                             FAQ ..........................................................3
                                                                                             Thank you Friends Donors ....................4
                                                                                             Rentals......................................................5
                                                                                             Summer Employment ............................6
                                                                                             Park District Map ....................................7
                                                                                             Outdoor Winter Fun................................8
                                                                                             Snow Sculpture Contest ........................9
                                                                                             Special Recreation NSSRA ..................10
                                                                                             Summer Camp ........................................11
                                                                                             Preschool – Lake Bluff Preschool ........12
                                                                                             Enrichment & STEAM ..........................18
                                                                                             Afterschool Enrichment & STEAM ......21
                                                                                             Before-and After-School Care ............23
     355 W. Washington Avenue • Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044                                   Winter Break Programs........................25
        Phone 847-234-4150 • www.lakebluffparks.org                                          Parent/Child & Special Events ............26
                                                                                             Gymnastics ............................................27
Your Park District Board                                                                     Game On! ..............................................29
Chris Mosbarger, President                                                                   5 Star Sports..........................................30
Paul Greenfield, Vice President
Scott Weber, Treasurer                                                                       Dance – Lake Bluff School of Dance....32
Emily Lane                                                                                   Preschool Dance ..................................34
Jennifer Beeler
                                                                                             Glitzy Girls ............................................37
Kauri McKendry
Niki Walsh                                                                                   Platform Tennis ....................................38
Ancel Glink, P.C., Attorney
                                                                                             Spring Junior Tennis ............................43
Park Board Meetings                                                                          Pickleball ..............................................44
The Park Board meetings are scheduled at 6:30 pm the fourth Monday of each                   Lake Bluff Health & Fitness Center ....45
month at Lake Bluff Park District Recreation Center at Blair Park, 355 West
                                                                                             Registration ..........................................49
Washington in Lake Bluff. The public is invited to attend meetings. Committees are
scheduled during the year so please visit www.lakebluffparks.org for agendas.                Thanks to the many volunteers who
Photo note: Because of COVID-19 and social distancing, our staff hasn’t been able to take    contribute their time, energy and
program photos over the last few months. So we dug into our files and are showing photos     enthusiasm to the Lake Bluff Park
from past seasons. In most cases, the season in which the photo was taken is shown in the    District. Just a few of the groups
lower left corner.                                                                           who help make the Park District a
                                                                                             special place include the Friends
          Mail-In, Fax or Drop Off Registration Now!                                         Board, Park Board Committee
                                                                                             members, youth sports coaches,
        Online Resident Registration begins November 16 at 9:00 am                           Lake Bluff Openlands, beach
      Office/Fax Resident Registration begins November 20 at 9:00 am
                                                                                             cleanup volunteers, Eagle Scouts,
        Non–Resident Registration begins November 23 at 9:00 am
                                                                                             Yacht Club and counselors in training.
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John Bealer                                       We are here to serve your recreation and leisure needs.
Executive Director
Chief Administrator of the District.
jbealer@lakebluffparkdistrict.org                 Feel free to call us with any of your concerns at any time. All phone
847-457-7346                                      numbers listed here have voicemail so you may leave messages
                                                  24 hours a day.
Jim Lakeman
Superintendent of Recreation, Facility & Safety   Contact our staff, located on the left, with specific questions and concerns.
Services                                          If inquiring about facility rentals, contact the Guest Services Desk at
Department Head for recreation programs
                                                  847-234-4150. You can also email any questions or concerns to
and services, safety and outreach services,
                                                  info@lakebluffparkdistrict.org
Lake Bluff Pool, Sunrise Beach, camps, ARC,
Lake Bluff Preschool, and Fitness Center.
jlakeman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org
847-457-7343                                        OUR MISSION STATEMENT: As responsible stewards of community
                                                    resources, the District will enhance the community through recreational
Noah Mach
                                                    experiences in a fun, safe, and healthy environment.
Superintendent of Park & Maintenance
Services                                            Our Vision: Strengthening the spirit of community.
njmach@lakebluffparkdistrict.org
847-295-6449                                        Our Values: The values that define the internal culture of the Park District
                                                    mirror the values and expectations of our community:
Amy Cash
Business Services Specialist                               Continuous Improvement – We are proactively moving forward to
Responsible for Guest Services and                          better the District.
registration operations. Also responsible for
Accounts Receivable.
                                                           Community – Our activities bring people together to create a family
acash@lakebluffparkdistrict.org                             environment.
847-457-7339
                                                           Stewardship – We will leave our community better than we found it.
Dana Hansen                                          Service Orientation – We foster a “guest first” attitude through
Preschool and Early Childhood Director
                                                    superior experiences and ongoing communication.
dhansen@lakebluffparkdistrict.org
847-457-7352                                         Excellence – As leaders in the community, we strive to be the best we
Rosie Aliperta                                      can be and aspire to pride, perfection and quality in all that we do.
Recreation Services Manager
raliperta@lakebluffparkdistrict.org               Do you get Park District e-news?
847-457-7337
                                                  Find details on the e-list signup page at
Mark Montgomery                                   www.lakebluffparks.org
Facility Services Manager
mmontgomery@lakebluffparkdistrict.org             IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
847-457-7337                                      Registration Desk ....847-234-4150 x 0
                                                  Fax ......................................847-234-7275
                                                                                                            PARK DISTRICT GUEST SERVICES
Micah Kamin
                                                                                                            OFFICE & FITNESS CENTER HOURS
Facility & Pool Maintenance Services              Fitness Center ................847-482-9326
Manager                                           Golf Pro Shop ..................847-234-6771              Monday–Thursday 5:00 am–9:00 pm
mkamin@lakebluffparkdistrict.org                                                                            Friday             5:00 am–8:00 pm
                                                  Lake Bluff Preschool ......847-457-7352
847-457-7342
                                                  Kidzone..............................847-457-7353         Saturday           7:00 am–5:00 pm
Jeff Spillman                                     ARC....................................847-457-7347       Sunday             7:00 am–4:00 pm
Communications and Promotions Manager             Parks Department ........847-295-6449
jspillman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org
                                                  Pool ....................................847-457-7365
847-457-7344
                                                  NSSRA ............................847-509-9400

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Mail-In, Fax or Drop Off Registration Now!
FAQ                                                    Online Resident Registration begins November 16 at 9:00 am
                                                     Office/Fax Resident Registration begins November 20 at 9:00 am
                                                        Non–Resident Registration begins November 23 at 9:00 am
Lake Bluff Park
District Boundaries                           Details, Details                               ADA Compliance
Please note: A Lake Bluff postal address      High School Students — Take Note:              The Lake Bluff Park District will comply with
does not determine Park District res-
                                              All adult programs are open to high school     the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA),
idency. Residency is determined by resid-
                                              students unless otherwise noted.               which prohibits discrimination on the basis
ing within Park District boundaries.
                                                                                             of disability. If anyone in your family would
Non-residents, Commercial Groups,             Min/Max:
                                                                                             like to participate in a Park District program
Business and Corporate Residents, Active      For each program at the Park District,         but requires special facilities or equipment
Adult Non-Residents and City of Lake          there’s a minimum number of registrants        because of a disability, please phone 847-
Forest, as defined by the policy do not re-   needed before a class can “go.” Most           234-4150. The Park District will make rea-
ceive resident rates for daily admission      teachers are paid per class period, not per    sonable accommodations in recreation
fees and memberships for the Pool, Open       student. So if enough people don’t reg-        programs and facilities to enable participa-
Gym and Sunrise Park and Beach. Open          ister, the Park District loses money—your      tion by an individual with a disability. The
Gym is available for City of Lake Forest      money. In order to determine adequate          ADA requires that recreational programs of-
middle and high school students. The          registration, your registration must be at     fered by the Park District be available in the
non-resident fees are intended to appor-      least seven days prior to the first date the   most integrated setting appropriate for each
tion an equalizing fee to our non-resident    class is held.                                 individual. If you have any questions about
participants, so they contribute to the
                                              But why a maximum? The more students,          the Park District’s policy regarding ADA, or
overall financing of the park system on an
                                              the less individualized attention. We like     believe you have been discriminated against
equitable basis with residents. Boundary
                                              to keep the student /teacher ratio low to      by the Park District, contact 847-234-4150.
information is at https://maps.lakecount-
                                              ensure you get what you expect—a high          A procedure is available for the resolution of
yil.gov/mapsonline/
                                              quality program. The minimum number of         complaints.
                                              registrants is the first number shown. The
Program Guide Delivery:                       maximum is the second one shown.
                                                                                             Financial Aid Program
Does It Mean You’re a Resident?               Resident/Non-Resident Fees:
                                                                                             The Lake Bluff Park District provides assis-
Lake Bluff Park District program guides       When two fees for a program are shown
                                                                                             tance for residents residing within the
are delivered by the Lake Bluff Post Office   with a slash separating them (for example
                                                                                             boundaries of the Park District. The amount
to homeowners/businesses in Lake Bluff,       $50/$60), the first fee is the Park District
                                                                                             of financial aid awarded is discounted at
Knollwood, and North Chicago. Even            Resident fee, and the second fee is the
                                                                                             25% or 50%, depending on family size,
though you receive a program guide            Non-Resident fee.
                                                                                             family income and special circumstances.
through the mail, you may not be a Park       Photo Policy:                                  Those families who qualify may receive a
District resident. Only those who pay
                                              Photos are periodically taken of partici-      discount in programs that are not contrac-
taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are
                                              pants in a class, during a special event or    tual in nature. Programs eligible to scholar-
considered residents. Please call the Park
                                              at the District’s parks. Please be aware       ship recipients include: general early
District Office at 847-234-4150 if you
                                              that these photos are for Park District use    childhood, early childhood enrichment, pre-
have any questions concerning resident
                                              only and may be used in the District’s web     school, special events, adult and youth in-
requirements.
                                              site, program guides, pamphlets, social        house athletics, camps, regular School of
                                              media or flyers.                               Dance classes (does not include competition
Lake Forest Residents                                                                        dance classes), ARC, Before and After
                                                                                             School Care, swim and diving lessons, swim
Lake Forest Residents are eligible to         Are You Covered?                               team, and paddle lessons. Facility member-
receive resident rates for all recreation
                                              The Lake Bluff Park District does not carry    ships are not included in the financial aid
programs, daily fees and memberships.
                                              medical or accident insurance for program      program. The maximum annual family dis-
Included are Preschool, Fitness, Paddle
                                              participants—the cost would make pro-          count is $1,000. Any resident interested in
and Golf memberships, Recreation
                                              gram fees prohibitive. Please review your      this program may stop by the recreation
Programs and Services. Lake Bluff Pool
                                              own personal health insurance plan to be       center guest services desk and pick up an
and Beach memberships and fees are
                                              certain that you and your family have          application to fill out. The application is also
 not included.
                                              proper coverage.                               available on-line at www.lakebluffparks.org.
                                                                                             If you have any questions, please call the
       Sign up for Park District e-news on the e-list signup page at                         guest services desk at 847-234-4150.
                         www.lakebluffparks.org
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Blair Preschool Playground

           YOU DID IT, DONORS!
                   Thank you very much
          for making our new playground possible!

                                              Coming in spring 2021!
                                              DONATE online today!
                                              FriendsofLakeBluffParks.org

                            Where the Kid in You Lives
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Rent for Fun, Rent for Business!
Birthday Parties, Weddings and Showers, Business Meetings,
Social Gatherings and Fundraisers, Tournaments, Team Practices, and more…
The Park District has spaces to rent for almost any type of event. A variety of good
dates are available!
The Community Room
 Adjust the space for your needs

 Enough space and tables/chairs for a
   meeting of approximately 50 people
   and open enough for a party of 60

 Resident/Community Group Fee: $50/hour
   Non-Resident Fee: $75/hour
   Affiliates Fee: $30/hour
   Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals and $50 clean-up fee if food or drink served.
   Bookings are made in whole hours only. Alcohol can be allowed if proper insurance is provided.

 Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0

                                                                       The Paddle Hut
                                                                       Available for parties, meetings and more!

                                                                        Fireplace and comfortable furniture, plus court rental
                                                                            if you’d like
                                                                        Accommodates groups of up to 35
                                                                        Courts available for exclusive rental Friday and
                                                                         Saturday evenings, with free use of paddles and balls
                                                                        Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services
                                                                         at 847-234-4150 x 0
The Gymnasium
 Full collegiate-size basketball court, also great for volleyball, badminton,
   pickleball, relay races, floor hockey, futsal (soccer), and more

 When the divider curtain is down, half the gym is a full-size high
   school basketball court with bleacher seating for spectators

 Full Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $100/hr
   Full Gym Non-Resident Fee: $150/hr
   Full Gym Affiliates Fee: $75/hr
   Half-Gym Resident/Community Group Fee: $60/hr
                                                                                    Cancellation Fees: Two days or more prior to
   Half-Gym Non-Resident Fee: $100/hr                                               rental date will be charged a $50 fee. Cancella-
   Half-Gym Affiliates Fee: $50/hr                                                  tions within two days of rental date are charged
   Minimum of 2 hours for all rentals; bookings are made in whole hours only        50% of total party/ rental fees. Cancellation
                                                                                    due to inclement weather for shelter and field
 Contact Lake Bluff Park District Guest Services at 847-234-4150 x 0               rentals only, will receive a full refund.

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Summer 2021 Employment Opportunities

                 Apply online starting February 1 at www.lakebluffparks.org
                       for Summer Employment at the Park District!
                                   Employment Opportunities:
                         Swim Pool Lifeguards     f Swim Pool Cashiers
                               Beach Lifeguards   f Swim Pool Concessions
                        Day Camp Counselors       f Little Sprouts Counselors
                         Swim Pool Assistants     f Sailing Instructors
                                Camp Managers     f Beach Attendants
               Gain the experience and leadership qualities needed later in life
       while working in an enjoyable job atmosphere here at the Lake Bluff Park District!
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Lake Bluff Park District Owned Property

                             Map provided by
                             Lake County
                             GIS Division

A. Blair Park—Lake Bluff             B. Lake Bluff Golf Club                5. Playground Area               H. Sanctuary Park
Park District Rec. Center               1. 18 Hole Golf Course              6. Five Outdoor Tennis              1. Play Area
   1.    Lake Bluff Pool:               2. Pro-shop and                         Courts                          2. Shelter
         Olympic size Swimming             Locker Facilities                7. Car and Bicycle Parking Lot      3. Baseball/Softball
         Pool, Tot Pool and             3. Parking Lot                      8. Bleachers                           Diamond
         Locker Facilities                                                  9. Drinking Fountains               4. Nature Walking Paths
                                        4. Food Service
   2.    Gymnasium                                                          10. Fitness Equipment Area          5. PTO Birdhouse Library
                                        5. Golf Club Maintenance
   3.    Fitness Center                    Department and Equip-            11. Outdoor Hitting Cage
         and Locker Facilities             ment Storage
                                                                                                             I. Knollwood Park
                                                                            12. Basketball Area                 1.   Baseball/Softball Field
   4.    Running/Jogging Track
   5.    Five Early Childhood        C. Sunrise Park and Beach         E. Mawman Park                           2.   Two Play Areas
         Education Rooms                1. Supervised Swimming              1. Baseball/Softball                3.   Basketball Court
   6.    Community Room                    Beach                               Diamond                          4.   Paved Walkway
                                           and Restrooms                    2. Playground Area
   7.    Two Playgrounds                                                                                        5.   PTO Birdhouse Library
                                        2. Picnic Tables with Grills        3. Basketball Area
   8.    Car and Bicycle Parking                                                                             J. Wetlands
                                        3. Boat Launching Off Beach         4. Soccer or Sports Field
   9.    Gymnastics Room                                                                                        1. Nature Preserve
                                        4. Two Lighted Shelters             5. Bleachers
   10.   Administration Offices            with Fireplaces
   11.   Lighted Sledding Hill                                              6. Drinking Fountain             K. Belle Foret Prairie
                                        5. Play Equipment
   12.   Two Outdoor Tennis                                                 7. PTO Birdhouse Library            1. Walking Paths
         Courts                      D. Artesian Park                                                        L. West Park
                                                                       F. Sheridan Road Greenstrip
   13.   Skate Park                     1. Three Baseball/Softball
                                                                                                                1.   Baseball/Softball Fields
   14.   Two Dance Studios                 Diamonds (one lighted)      G. Ravine Park
                                                                                                                2.   Bleachers
   15.   Paddle Tennis Courts           2. Lighted Outdoor Skating          1. Walking Paths and
                                           and Hockey Rink with             Nature Preserve                     3.   Playground
         and Hut
                                           Warming Shelter                                                      4.   Drinking Fountain
   16.   Lake Bluff Public Library
                                        3. Soccer or Football Field                                             5.   PTO Birdhouse Library
         Birdhouse Library
                                        4. Fieldhouse with Restrooms

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Outdoor Fun in Lake Bluff
                                                  Outdoor Ice Skating
                                                  The skating rink at Artesian Park will open as soon as
                                                  weather conditions permit establishing ice. Our rink is
                                                  lighted for evening use. The park is equipped with a
                                                  warming house facility complete with washrooms.
                                                  Hockey players must confine all play to the hockey side
                                                  of the rink. HOCKEY PLAY IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE
                                                  MAIN RINK!

                                                  Skating Hours
Blair Park                                        Unless otherwise posted
                                                  Monday–Friday       4:00–9:00 pm
Sled Hill                                         Saturday            10:00 am–9:00 pm
The Park District’s sled hill located at          Sunday              10:00 am–6:00 pm
Blair Park will be open for use as soon as
it snows! Our hill is great wintertime fun        Holiday Skating Hours
for the whole family. Our hill is well lighted,
allowing for sledding until 9:00 pm.              December 19           10:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                  December 20           10:00 am–6:00 pm
Please help ensure a safe and                     December 24           10:00 am–2:00 pm
enjoyable experience for everyone:                December 25           Closed — Merry Christmas!
                                                  December 26–30        10:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                  December 31           10:00 am–2:00 pm
                                                  January 1             Closed — Happy New Year!
                                                  January 2             10:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                  January 3             10:00 am–6:00 pm

                                                  When will the Ice Rink be open?
                                                  Weather is the most important issue when building an ice rink.
                                                  Ideal conditions for an ice rink would be snow. Three inches of
                                                  good solid ice is ideal for skating. Snow can act as an insulator,
                                                  preventing thinner layers of ice from getting thicker during
  No toboggans or snowboards are                 overnight cold temperatures. Ice must be thick enough for staff
     allowed on the hill.                         maintenance, including brushing and clearing of snow, as well
    No sleds are permitted down the              as a light application of water to keep the rink smooth.
     rear of the hill.                            Due to COVID-19, we ask that all patrons using the Artesian
    Take care to begin using the hill only       Field House as a warming area follow all COVID-19 guidelines
     after other sledders have cleared                         with capacity, social distancing and facemasks
     away from the bottom of the hill.                           must be worn at all times. Signage is posted
                                                                         outside and inside the building.
    This facility is unsupervised; it is the
     responsibility of all users and their                                    Our goal is to provide a safe and fun
     guardians to help ensure that all                                         skating environment, with a little
     rules are applied and participants                                       help from Mother Nature. We
     behave in a safe and careful                                            appreciate your patience with our
     manner.                                                                staff and our winter weather!

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2021 Snow Sculpture conteSt
                                 The Lake Blu昀 Park District
                                                     th
                in celebra琀on of The Lake Blu昀 125 Anniversary
      is sponsoring a contest to 昀nd the best built snow sculpture between
                                       December 21—March 1
                                    The contest winner, determined by Park District judges,
                                         will be announced on March 15 and featured on the
                                           front cover of the 2021 Winter Program Guide.
                                            Plus the winner will receive a $50 LBPD Gi昀 Card!

                                              Email a photograph of your crea琀on along with
                                                  at least one of the builders. Provide us
                                                 with your contact informa琀on (email, name,
                                                phone number) and, especially the address of
                                              the crea琀on so we can swing by and take a look!

                                                   Rules:
                                                   -Contest is open to all Lake Blu昀 Park District residents, only.
                                                     -Snow sculpture must reside in LB Park District boundaries.
                                                       -No photo-edi琀ng allowed!
                                                        -All entries must be appropriate for public display.
                                                          -Be crea琀ve - build an animal, favorite movie
                                                              character, a structure or a school-spirited 昀gure!
                                                              -All entries grant the LBPD permission and
                                                              authority to use photos in adver琀sing/promo琀ons.

   Send submissions to snowman@lakeblu昀parkdistrict.org

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NSSRA program guides are
                                                                                   available online at nssra.org

         NSSRA facilitates year-round recreation programs and services for children, teens and adults
         with disabilities who live in 13 northern suburban communities including Lake Bluff. With nearly
         500 recreation, sport, cultural and social offerings available throughout the year, we specialize in
         introducing participants to new experiences, providing opportunities for skill development and leisure
         time, and most importantly, creating space for friendships to thrive.

         Services We Offer
         NSSRA serves approximately 1,800 individuals with disabilities through our traditional and cooperative
         programs. Participants range in age from preschoolers, youth and teens through young adults, adults
         and seniors. Programs are offered at park district facilities, schools and other locations throughout the
         northern suburbs.

         Inclusion Support
         NSSRA’s Inclusion support option provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy
         participation in partner agency programs while receiving the individualized support they need
         to succeed. NSSRA removes the barriers that might prevent an individual with disabilities from
         participation in the fun and richness of experience that life has to offer through its programs and
         services. For information on inclusion services or to make arrangements for an accommodation,
         contact Lake Bluff Park District’s NSSRA Inclusion Liaison, Jim Lakeman, at (847) 457-7343 or
         jlakeman@lakebluffparkdistrict.org.

         Contact us for more information about NSSRA
         and the programs and services we provide.

         3105 MacArthur Blvd.
         Northbrook, IL 60062
         (847)        509-9400
         info@nssra.org
         www.nssra.org

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SUMMER CAMP
    AT THE LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT
                       Watch for information in March
                        and plan your family’s summer
                                   at home in Lake Bluff!!

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See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment page.

     Lake Bluff Preschool
    Classes For Early Childhood through Kindergarten
          Welcoming Children 2 to 5 Years Old
                                                                                   Program Highlights
                                                                                   2021–2022
                                                                                   Lake Bluff Preschool
                                                                                   and Afternoon Kindergarten
                                                                                    Morning Preschool
                                                                                     for 2, 3, 4 and 5 year olds
                                                                                    Afternoon Preschool
                                                                                     for 3.6–5 years
                                                                                    Afternoon Kindergarten
                                                                                     for 4.6–5 years

                                                                                  Dana Hansen, Preschool and Early
                                                                                  Childhood Director, is delighted to
                                                                                  welcome you and your family to Lake
                                                                                  Bluff Preschool. Dana believes that
    Experienced and caring teachers                                              building a child’s confidence and inde-
                                                                                  pendence coupled with a spectacular
                                                                                  support system is the key to a child’s
    Thoughtfully prepared environments for each age                              success. As a key member of our Lake
                                                                                  Bluff Park District Leadership Team,
                                                                                  Dana strives for excellence within her
    Guidance in learning social skills and making friends                        programs and for the Park District as a
                                                                                  whole. Please feel free to call or pay
    Gentle encouragement to practice independence skills                         her a visit, as she is ready and willing
                                                                                  to discuss any issues of concern.
    Inspiring educational materials and experiences                              847-457-7352
                                                                                  dhansen@lakebluffparkdistrict.org

    Lively arts, crafts, music and dramatic play

    “Kids N Motion” health and wellness program

    Afternoon Kindergarten emphasizes and encourages
         children’s interest in learning the fundamentals of
         reading, writing skills and math concepts                  COME
                                                                    JOIN
    Engaging STEAM activities in each curriculum                   US!
                                                                                                                   Fall 2019

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                             Lake Bluff Preschool for Two’s

Preschool for Two Year Olds
Introduce your child to an enriched and nurturing environment that encourages the
development of social skills, language, independence and self-confidence. Our experi-
enced teacher, Megan Bello, focuses on helping children feel comfortable away from
home as they experience art, dramatic play and music. Basic concepts such as shapes,
colors, the alphabet and numbers are presented in fun and creative ways. Children enjoy
this active classroom environment prepared to stimulate their imagination and interest
in the world around them. You will enjoy seeing your child grow and make his first
friends at school.
CODE:        DAYS:                              AGE:
15937        Monday/Wednesday                   2.0–2.5 years
15938        Tuesday/Thursday                   2.6–2.11 years
Dates:       September 7/8, 2021–May 19/20, 2022 (subject to change)
No Class:    Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar
Time:        9:00–11:00 am
Location:    Purple Room
Min/Max:     7/10

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See Fees and Registration details on Easy Enrollment page.
                                                                                    Afternoon Kindergarten
Lake Bluff Preschool for Ages 3 to 5                                                              The Afternoon Kindergarten Program is
                                                                                                  designed to engage students in rich and
3.0–3.8 year olds                                                                                 varied activities designed to provide the
The Monday/Wednesday class is perfect for encouraging children’s enjoyment of                     foundation for academic and social suc-
school and their eagerness to learn in a playful environment. Tamera Guidarini “Mrs. G”           cess. The environment provides a healthy
gets them excited to further explore the basic concepts of shapes, colors, numbers,               balance between whole group, small
letters and their sounds. Children do activities that help develop fine motor skills in           group and individual work, academic en-
preparation for writing. Fun art, science experiments and lively music are included.              richment and play and teacher-directed
We begin teaching social/emotional skills through the Calm Classroom curriculum.                  and self-guided goals and pursuits.
CODE:         AGE:        DAYS:                                                                   Teachers identify students’
15939         3.0–3.8     Monday/Wednesday                                                        individual interests and differentiate in-
15940         3.6–3.11    Tuesday/Thursday/Friday                                                 struction to devise units of study to cap-
Dates:        September 7/8, 2021–May 19/20, 2022 (subject to change)                             ture imaginations.
Time:         9:00–11:30 am                                                                       This comprehensive program boasts its
Location:     Green Room                                                                          servicing of LBES Preschoolers in addition
No Class:     Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar                                               to Lake Bluff Preschoolers. Children bring
Min/Max:      7/12                                                                                a lunch and will eat together before they
                                                                                                  begin their afternoon activities.
3.6–3.11 year olds
                                                                                                  Both the child and the class will benefit
The older three year olds attend Tuesday/ Thursday/Friday for mornings focused on                 from a consistent choice of days. There-
learning in a playful and nurturing environment. Mrs. G continues encouraging natural             fore, specific 5, 4 or 3 days chosen stay
interest in letter sounds, writing, counting objects, building with blocks and other materials    the same throughout the school year. It is
and creative educational experiences. We expand on the young three’s activities and stim-         possible to add or drop days on a one-
ulate their natural curiosity to get them thinking and asking interesting questions. Their        time basis as the school year progresses
classroom is designed to give them opportunities to do more things independently. Our             (tuition will be prorated). Registrants
Calm Classroom curriculum is a relaxing and fun part of their day. With stretching and            starting after the first day of school will
breathing they become aware of how their body feels. Children love learning these skills.         have their tuition prorated with their
Preschool for 3.6 to 5 Year Olds                                                                  actual start date.
                                                                                                  Please note: We do not observe all LBES
Lake Bluff Morning Preschool classes for 4–5 year olds are offered either four or five            No School Days. Please see our school
days a week.                                                                                      calendar for details.
Afternoon Preschool for 3.6–5 year olds is four days. Children bring their lunch and              CODE:        NO. OF DAYS:
then enjoy an afternoon of preschool activities.                                                  15947        Five Days
Lake Bluff Preschool classes are taught by experienced teachers, Sheila Thomsen and               15948        Four Days
Marcine Zbynski, who know that children love to learn by using their hands. Whether               15949        Three Days
making unique designs in the classroom rock garden, doing a woodworking project, gar-             Age:         4.6–5 years
dening or conducting a science experiment, children are encouraged to find connections            Days:        Monday–Friday
in what they are learning and express that through art, writing or in whatever ways they          Dates:       Aug. 24, 2021–May 19/20,
are inspired to do so. We also help them become more confident in recognizing the                              2022 (subject to change)
 alphabet and the sounds of the letters, understanding beginning math concepts and                No Class:    See Preschool calendar
refining their skills for writing letters and numbers. Using games and creative materials,        Time:        11:45 am–3:00 pm
children learn while having fun. Our practice of Calm Classroom techniques teach skills           Location:    Blue Room
that develop focus, concentration and a mind that is relaxed and ready to learn.                  Min/Max:     8/15
Lake Bluff Morning Preschool
CODE:       AGE: DAYS:                             TIME:
15941/15942 4.0–5 Monday–Thursday                  9:00–11:30 am
15943/15944 4.0–5 Monday–Friday                    9:00–11:30 am
Lake Bluff Afternoon Preschool
CODE:           AGE: DAYS:                      TIME:
15945           3.6–5 Monday–Thursday           11:45 am–3:00 pm
Dates:          September 7, 2021–May 19/20, 2022 (subject to change)
No Class:       Follows Lake Bluff Preschool Calendar                                                                             Fall 2019
Min/Max:        10/17
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2021–2022 Lake Bluff Preschool Easy Enrollment
STEP 1
•   Select appropriate class for your child’s age as of September 1, 2021. For Afternoon Kindergarten, select which days of the week
    your child will be attending (choice of 3, 4 or 5 days) on Billing Agreement.

STEP 2
•   Come to the Lake Bluff Park District to complete the registration process. Our office is located at 355 W. Washington Ave.
    A portion of your first payment is a Non-Refundable Registration Fee ($125) for all programs. Non-Residents pay an additional $50
    for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first payment (waived for active military and Lake Forest
    residents).

STEP 3
•   Payment may be made in Full at time of registration or in Monthly Payments.
•   We accept all credit/debit cards.
•   Payment is divided into nine equal payments. First payment is due at time of registration and remaining 8 payments are
    automatically deducted on the 15th day or up to five business days after for the months of September 2021 through April 2022
    from your account. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable.Therefore, if you withdraw prior to the start of the
    program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdrawal is prorated out with the last day
    attended and with the service charge of $125.
Tuition 2021–2022
AGE AS OF                                                                    2020–2021
9/1/2020              DAYS:                 TIME:                            TUITION:              9 PAYMENTS:
2.0–2.5               M/W                   9:00–11:00 am                    $2,799                $311
2.6–2.11              Tu/Th                 9:00–11:00 am                    $2,799                $311
3.0–3.8               M/W                   9:00–11:30 am                    $2,970                $330
3.6–3.11              Tu/Th/F               9:00–11:30 am                    $3,474                $386
4.0–5                 M–Th                  9:00–11:30 am                    $3,973                $442
4.0–5                 M–F                   9:00–11:30 am                    $4,509                $501
Afternoon Preschool
3.6–5               M–Th                    11:45 am–3:00 pm                 $3,573                $397
Afternoon Kindergarten
4.6–5               Five Days               11:45 am–3:00 pm                 $3,888                $432
4.6–5               Four Days               11:45 am–3:00 pm                 $3,609                $401
4.6–5               Three Days              11:45 am–3:00 pm                 $2,961                $329
IMPORTANT FACTS:

•   Early Registration Dates for the 2021–2022 school year offered to families currently registered at Lake Bluff Preschool are
    January 3-7 (Monday–Friday) from 9:00 am to noon. Please come to the Lake Bluff Park District’s front desk for registration
    forms and details. Regular registration begins January 11 at 9:00 am.
•   Classes begin Wednesday, September 2 for Preschool and Wednesday, September 2 for Afternoon Kindergarten (both subject to
    change). Lake Bluff Preschool follows the Lake Bluff School District 65 schedule, with some exceptions. Refer to your Preschool calendar.
•   Children enrolling in Lake Bluff Preschool for the first time must submit a copy of their Birth Certificate and an updated vaccination
    report from your pediatrician by the first day of school.
•   Children 2.0–2.11 years old need not be toilet trained. Children over the age of 3 must be toilet trained and out of diapers/pullups to
    participate in the program.
•   QUESTIONS? Call Preschool and Early Childhood Education Director Dana Hansen at 847-457-7352.
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2021–2022 Lake Bluff Preschool Registration
                     355 W. Washington Avenue Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044 • Phone 847-234-4150

   Family’s Last Name ____________________________________________ Contact Phone ______________________________________________________________

   Child’s Last Name if Different from Parent ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

   Address ________________________________________________________________ City ________________________________ Zip Code ____________________

   Preferred Email Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

   Mother’s Name (if residing in household) ________________________ Mother’s Cell Phone __________________________________________________________

   Father’s Name (if residing in household) ________________________Father’s Cell Phone ____________________________________________________________

     Program                                                                                                Birthdate           Age as of
                                             Name of Child                                  Gender                                                   Days/Time
      Code                                                                                                 Mo/Day/Yr           09/01/2021

   Billing Agreement on other side must be completed and signed for registration to be complete.
   Do you need any accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to effectively participate in the above activity and/or facility?
    Yes  No             Please call the Park District office at 847-234-4150 x 0 to confirm your request for accommodation.

   INSURANCE LIABILITY WAIVER The Lake Bluff Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in the safest manner
   possible and holds the safety of the participants in the highest possible regard. Participants and parents registering their child in recreation programs must
   recognize however, that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreation activities. The Lake Bluff Park District continually strives
   to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions which have been designed to protect the participants’ safety. Please
   recognize that the Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical accident insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The cost of such would make program
   fees prohibitive. Therefore, each person registering themselves or a family member for a recreation program/activity should review their own health insurance
   policy for coverage. It must be noted that the absence of health insurance coverage does not make the Lake Bluff Park District automatically responsible for
   payment of medical expenses. Due to the difficulty and high cost of obtaining liability insurance, the agency providing liability coverage for the District REQUIRES
   the execution of the following Waiver and Release. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please read this form carefully and be aware in participating in the
   program(s) listed above, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries you might sustain arising out of the activities of this program.
   WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS As a participant in the program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and
   I agree to assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss regardless of severity which I may sustain as a result of participating in any and
   all activities connected with or associated with such program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I agree to waive and
   relinquish all claims I may have as a result of participating in the program against the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees. I do hereby fully
   release and discharge the District and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damage or loss which
   I may have or which may accrue to me on account of my participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend the District and its officers,
   agents, servants and employees from any and all claims from injuries, including death, damages and losses sustained by me or arising out of, connected with,
   or in any way associated with the activities of the program.
   PERMISSION TO SECURE TREATMENT In the event of emergency, I authorize District officials to secure from any licensed hospital, physician, and/or
   medical personnel any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care and I agree that I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical services
   required. I have read and fully understand the aforementioned Program Details, Waiver and Release of All Claims and Permission to Secure Treatment. (Note:
   Please sign in an appropriate space below.)
   I have carefully read the insurance liability waiver on this page, and I understand that my signature is required below in order
   to participate in Lake Bluff Park District programs.
   Signature ____________________________________________________________________________ Date ________________________________
                                Next, fill out the Billing Agreement Page—Registration is Then Complete!
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Lake Bluff Preschool Billing Agreement
  First & Last Name on Credit/Debit Card:                  ____________________________________________________

  Credit/Debit Card: ________________________________________________________________________
  Exp Date: ________________________________________________________________________________
  CVC#:____________________________________________________________________________________

  Circle One:
  Paying in Full (add $50/program for N-R only)                      Code#____________              $_____________
  OR
  Payment Plan (add $50/program for N-R only to 1st payment)

      Code                     Child’s Name                          1st Payment (N-R add $50)              Remaining 8 Payments

  For Afternoon Kindergarten ONLY: Circle the 3, 4, or 5 days attending each week: M Tu W Th F

  TERMS & CONDITIONS
  •   By signing this agreement, I agree to pay the Lake Bluff Park District Preschool tuition payments shown above either in full or in
      9 installment payments. I agree to be liable for the 2021–2022 tuition, with the first payment to be paid at the time of registra-
      tion and remaining payments on the fifteenth day of the month or up to five business days after for September 2021 through
      April 2022. Non-Residents pay an additional $50 for all programs which is due at the time of registration and added to the first
      payment.
  •   I agree it is my responsibility to have adequate funds in my account to cover these transactions and to update my credit
      card/debit card information if it should change.
  •   Requests for withdrawal from this program must be made in writing and approved in order to cancel this billing agreement and will
      require a final fee that corresponds with the cancellation policy. A portion of your first payment ($125) is Non-Refundable so if you
      withdraw prior to the start of the program, a service charge of $125 applies. If withdrawing during the program, your withdra-
      wal is prorated out with the last day attended and with the service charge of $125.
  •   Registrants starting after the first day of school will have their tuition prorated with their actual starting date.
  •   Any transaction rejected due to no fault of the Park District will be assessed a $20 service fee each time.

  Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

                                  If you have filled out the Registration Page, your Registration is Complete!

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Preschool STEAM and Executive Functioning
                                              Movers and Shakers
 STEAM is an acronym for
                                              It is a playdate with purpose! Children will have fun with Mrs. G and friends while
 Science, Technology,                         participating in a variety of board games and physical fitness games. Playing games
 Engineering, Arts/Creativity                 together provides kids opportunities for working on social skills, direction following,
 and Math education.                          memory, sustained attention, self-control, and fine and gross motor physical skills.
                                              Do not forget to bring a lunch!
                                              CODE:            DATES:                                  NO CLASS:       FEE:
 We focus on these areas                      15823            January 4—February 8 (5 sessions)       Jan. 18         $91/$98
 together not only because the                15824            February 22—April 5 (6 sessions)        Mar. 22         $109/$116
 skills and knowledge in each                 15825            April 12—May 17 (6 sessions)                            $109/$116
 discipline are essential for                 Day:             Monday
                                              Time:            11:30 am—1:30 pm
 student success, but also                    Age:             3.5—5 years
 because these fields are deeply              Location:        Green Room
 intertwined in the real world                Min/Max:         5/10
 and in how students learn most
 effectively.                                 Engineering for Preschoolers
                                              Calling all little engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering
                                              concepts for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Builders are
 STEAM is an interdisciplinary
                                              encouraged to stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents.
 and applied approach that is                 Snack included. Lake Bluff Preschool students may enter class at 3:00 pm.
 coupled with hands-on,                       CODE:            DATES:                                  NO CLASS:       FEE:
 problem-based learning.                      15826            January 4—February 8 (5 sessions)       Jan. 18         $91/$98
 (Check out all the STEAM                     15827            February 22—April 5 (6 sessions)        Mar. 22         $109/$116
 offerings this season.)                      15828            April 12—May 17 (6 sessions)                            $109/$116
                                              Day:             Monday
                                              Time:            3:15—4:30 pm
 Children not enrolled in Lake                Age:             4—6 years
 Bluff Preschool must provide                 Location:        Purple Room
                                              Min/Max:         5/10
 an updated vaccination report
 to participate in enrichment                 S.T.E.A.M. Team
 programs.
                                              Bring your curiosity and enjoy hands on observation and exploration with Mrs. G.
                                              Children will engage in fun projects and activities designed to make connections with
                                              and grow their love of learning in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art
                                              and Math. Don’t forget to bring a lunch!
                                              CODE:            DAY:         DATES:                             NO CLASS:      FEE:
                                              15831            Tuesday      Jan. 5—Feb. 9 (6 sessions)                        $109/$116
                                              15832            Wednesday Jan. 6—Feb. 17 (6 sessions)           Jan. 27        $109/$116
                                              15833            Tuesday      Feb. 16—Mar. 30 (6 sessions)       Mar. 23        $109/$116
                                              15834            Wednesday Feb. 24—April 7 (6 sessions)          Mar. 24        $109/$116
                                              15835            Tuesday      April 6—May 11 (6 sessions)                       $109/$116
                                              15836            Wednesday April 14—May 12 (5 sessions)                         $91/$98
                                              Time:            11:30 am—1:30 pm
                                              Age:             3.5—5 years
                                              Location:        Green Room
                                              Min/Max:         5/10

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Preschool STEAM and Executive Functioning continued
                                               Book Worms
 Let us teach your child ways
                                               Inch your way into our preschoolers’ book club! Children will read a teacher—provided
 to improve their                              story and participate in related fun games and crafts. Bring your lunch (nut free of
 Executive Functioning Skills.                 course). Mrs. Bello looks forward to sharing her love of reading with you.
 Controlled by the brain’s frontal lobe,       CODE:           DAY:         DATES:                          NO CLASS: FEE:
 Executive Functioning Skills are one’s        15890           Tuesday      Jan. 5—Feb. 9 (6 sessions)                $109/$116
 working memory, control/self-regula-          15891           Wednesday Jan. 6—Feb. 17 (6 sessions)        Jan. 27   $109/$116
 tion and cognitive flexibility. These three   15892           Tuesday      Feb. 16—Mar. 30 (6 sessions)    Mar. 23   $109/$116
 skills help the brain organize and act on     15893           Wednesday Feb. 24—April 7 (6 sessions)       Mar. 24   $109/$116
 information. They enable people to plan,      15894           Tuesday      April 6—May 11 (6 sessions)               $109/$116
 organize, remember things, prioritize,        15895           Wednesday April 14—May 12 (5 sessions)                 $91/$98
 pay attention and get started on tasks.       Time:           11:30 am—1:30 pm
 They also help people use information         Age:            3.5—5 years
 and experiences from the past to solve        Location:       Purple Room
 current problems.                             Min/Max:        5/8
 A strong working memory means
 you have the ability to retain fresh          Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes
 information long enough to able to do         Coordinate your mind and body with Mrs. G and friends! Children will explore mindful-
 something with the information. People        ness through breath & balance, rhythm through music and body awareness through
 with strong working memories find             yoga. Remember to bring a lunch to power up for this fun and active class!
 it easier to recall and manipulate
 information they hear without needing         CODE:           DATES:                             NO CLASS:          FEE:
 to write it down.                             15837           January 7—February 18 (6 sessions) Jan. 28            $109/$116
                                               15838           February 25—April 8 (6 sessions)   Mar. 25            $109/$116
 Having control/self regulation is the         15839           April 15—May 13 (5 sessions)                          $91/$98
 quality that allows you to stop yourself      Day:            Thursday
 from doing things you want to do that         Time:           11:30 am—1:30 pm
 might not be in your best interest.           Age:            3—5 years
 Having cognitive flexibility is the ability   Location:       Green Room
 to switch between thinking about two          Min/Max:        5/10
 different concepts, and to think about
 multiple concepts simultaneously.             Pop-up Classes!
                                               Kids, this is your chance to try your hand at something new for a day… and who knows,
                                               maybe you will find a new hobby or a new “something” to focus on. Mrs. Hansen will
                                               have these fun, sporadic pop—up classes that will explore numerous, fun concepts while
                                               acting, cooking, reading, creating, etc. You will be busy learning and having fun with
                                               something new each time. Try a class or two! Do not forget your lunch.
                                               CODE:           CLASS:                    DATE:
                                               15840           Dinosaurs                 January 11
                                               15841           Beauty                    January 25
                                               15842           Transportation            February 8
                                               15843           Egg Drop Challenge        February 22
                                               15844           I Can Build!              March 8
                                               15845           Games Galore!             March 29
                                               15846           Rainbows                  April 5
                                               Day:            Monday
                                               Time:           11:30 am—1:00 pm
                                               Age:            3—5 years
                                               Location:       Purple Room
                                               Min/Max:        5/10
                                               Fee:            $26

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Preschool STEAM and Executive Functioning continued
Terrific Twos and Threes
                                                                                                   Parents,
Have your 2.5—3.5 year old join Megan Bello for a playful morning of fun activities.
                                                                                                   Join both Terrific Twos and
Mrs. Bello has a gift for planning activities and exercises children enjoy. They may have
so much fun they will not want to leave! A child being together with friends helps                 Threes and Tootsie Toes
encourage language development, social skills, and independence. This is one fun                   classes and we’ll watch your
Friday! Snack is provided for this class.                                                          child in between classes for
CODE:            DATES:                                NO CLASS:               FEE:                FREE!
15847            Jan. 8—March 5 (8 sessions)           Jan. 29                 $249/$256
15848            March 12—May 7 (8 sessions)           Mar. 26                 $249/$256
Day:             Friday
Time:            9:00—11:00 am
Age:             2.5—3.5 years
Location:        Purple Room
Min/Max:         3/12

Tootsie Toes
Have your 2.5—3.5 year old join Mrs. Bello for a super fun afternoon of games, exercise
and fun activities designed to teach body awareness and rhythm through music and
play. Please bring a healthy lunch and have your child wear gym shoes.
CODE:             DATES:                             NO CLASS:             FEE:
15849             Jan. 8—Feb. 19 (6 sessions)        Jan. 29               $109/$116
15850             Feb. 26—April 9 (6 sessions)       Mar. 26               $109/$116
15851             April 16—May 14 (5 sessions)                             $91/$98
Day:              Friday
Time:             11:30 am—1:00 pm
Age:              2.5—3.5 years
Location:         Purple Room
Min/Max:          3/12

Blast Off into the World of Art
Kids create with wood, paint, clay, and wire! A little of this and with A LOT of imagination,
kids will build masterpieces with Mrs. Thomsen. This class will join the Art Show at the
end of the session. Do not forget to bring your lunch!
CODE:            DATES:                                 NO CLASS:               FEE:
15852            Jan. 8—Feb. 19 (6 sessions)            Jan. 29                 $109/$116
15853            Feb. 26—April 9 (6 sessions)           Mar. 26                 $109/$116
15854            April 16—May 14 (5 sessions)                                   $91/$98
Day:             Friday
Time:            11:30 am—1:30 pm
Age:             3.5—5 years
Location:        Rainbow Room
Min/Max:         5/12

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Afterschool Elementary STEAM and Executive Functioning
Engineering for Kindergarteners
Calling all engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering concepts
for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Builders are encouraged to
                                                                                                 We will walk your child from LBES to
stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents. Snack included. Lake
Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.                                 your child’s Park District class – for no
CODE:            DATES:                                   NO CLASS:          FEE:                additional charge. Just sit back and let
15875            January 4—February 8 (5 sessions)        Jan. 18            $110/$117           us do the walking!
15876            February 22—April 5 (6 sessions)         Mar. 22            $131/$138
                                                                                                 Please email your child’s teacher with
15900            April 12—May 17 (6 sessions)                                $131/$138
Day:             Monday                                                                          the dates for Walkovers.
Time:            3:15—4:30 pm
Age:             Kindergarten
Location:        Purple Room
Min/Max:         5/10

D.I.Y. (Do It Yourself)
Discover new passions, make super cool things, design your dream “anything” and learn
new skills in this Do It Yourself class. From making crafts, to food to gadgets or necklaces,
kids will have the opportunity to see ideas come to life! Snack included. Lake Bluff
Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.
CODE:            DAY:       DATES:                       NO CLASS:           FEE:
15877            Monday     Jan. 4—Feb. 8 (5 sessions)   Jan. 18             $109/$116
15878            Monday     Feb. 22—April 5 (6 sessions) Mar. 22             $131/$138
15879            Monday     April 12—May 17 (6 sessions)                     $131/$138
Time:            3:15—4:30 pm
Age:             6—10 years
Location:        Green Room
Min/Max:         5/10

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Afterschool Elementary STEAM and Executive Functioning
Engineering
Calling all master engineers! This fun and creative class teaches simple engineering
concepts for kids ready to create and design structures and gadgets. Builders are
                                                                                               We will walk your child from LBES to
encouraged to stretch their creativity for a final contraption to present to parents.
Snack included. Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.          your child’s Park District class – for no
CODE:         DATES:                                  NO CLASS:          FEE:                  additional charge. Just sit back and let
15881         January 4—February 8 (5 sessions)       Jan. 18            $109/$116             us do the walking!
15882         February 22—April 5 (6 sessions)        Mar. 22            $131/$138
                                                                                               Please email your child’s teacher with
15883         April 12—May 17 (6 sessions)                               $131/$138
Day:          Monday                                                                           the dates for Walkovers.
Time:         3:15—4:30 pm
Age:          7—10 years
Location:     Rainbow Room
Min/Max:      5/10

Make a Masterpiece
We will start with a dot and extend it to a line. Where will it take us, only our imagina-
tions will lead us! A variety of supplies will be offered to create our ideas, be it paint,
metal or sculpturing. Robots to water lilies; we shall see at the gallery show in December.
Snacks will be provided! Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with
walkover.
CODE:         DATES:                                  NO CLASS:          FEE:
15884         January 6—February 17 (6 sessions)      Jan. 27            $131/$138
15885         February 24—April 7 (6 sessions)        Mar. 24            $131/$138
15886         April 14—May 19 (6 sessions)                               $131/$138
Day:          Wednesday
Time:         3:15—5:00 pm
Age:          6—10 years
Location:     Rainbow Room
Min/Max:      5/10

Sci-fari
Take a scientific expedition to observe, investigate and discover how nature works!
Curiosity fuels this journey filled with hands—on, explorations, projects, and experiments.
Think motion, symmetry, weather, phenomena, crystals, bats and more! Snack included.
Lake Bluff Elementary students can come to class early with walkover.
CODE:         DATES:                                  NO CLASS:          FEE:
15887         January 7—February 18 (6 sessions)      Jan. 28            $131/$138
15888         February 25—April 8 (6 sessions)        Mar. 25            $131/$138
15889         April 15—May 20 (6 sessions)                               $131/$138
Day:          Thursday
Time:         3:15—4:30 pm
Age:          7—10 years
Location:     Green Room
Min/Max:      5/10

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Winter/Spring Before- and After-School Care
Early Bird Before-School Care
We open at 6:30 am for parents who need to leave for work before the start of school.
You do not have to be in the After-School Rec Club (ARC) to participate in Early Bird.
This program is for Lake Bluff Elementary School children only. The children will be
walked over to Lake Bluff Elementary School by 10:00 am. Please dress appropriately for
walkover and weather conditions.
The children will have a chance to read, play board games, color, and enjoy crafts until
the start of the school day. They may bring a cold breakfast to have while here.
Early bird payment options (for a 20 school-day period)
FIVE DAY                       $403       Monday through Friday
THREE DAY                      $263       Choose any three-day combination
EMERGENCY PUNCH CARD Not offered at this time due to COVID-19

                                               2020–2021 After-School Recreation Club
                                               ARC is an after-school program for working parents that offer a variety of activities
                                               ranging from crafts and basketball to homework and snacks. This program is for children
                                               in afternoon kindergarten through 5th grade attending Lake Bluff Elementary School.
                                               Special Days are available to non-participants after registration due date. For more
                                               details on ARC, contact Rosie Aliperta at 847-457-7337.
                                               Note: there is no bus fee. ARC staff will walk the children from LBES to the Park District;
                                               on severe weather days there will be an emergency bus available. We kindly remind you
                                               to always have your children dressed in proper weather attire.
                                               ARC payment options (for a 20 school-day period)
                                               FIVE DAY Monday through Friday:
  ARC Emergency Punch Card                     Full (after school-6:00 pm) $332
                                               Half (after school-4:30 pm) $225
  The Emergency Punch Card is only
  available to families enrolled in the        THREE DAY Choose any three-day combination:
  ARC program and allows you to
                                               Full (after school-6:00 pm) $224
  purchase additional time at ARC. The
                                               Half (after school-4:30 pm) $155
  fee is $50 for 5 punches and expires
  at the end of the school year. Unused
  punches will be credited back to you         SIBLING DISCOUNT:
  at the end of the school year.               $10 off each additional sibling’s fee for 20 school-day period. (Does not apply to Special
                                               Days or In-House Days.)
  Note: The punch card may not be
  used to extend the 6:00 pm pickup
                                               SPECIAL DAYS:
  option or be used for Special Days or
  In-House Days.                               Days Off School/Holidays        $67
                                               In-House Day                    $43

  Punches may be used to:
  • Add time onto a 4:30 pm pick-up

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Before- and After-School Care continued
                                              ARC Special Days
                                              Trips for days off school due to holidays, teacher institutes, teacher conferences, etc.
                                              are available to all ARC children enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade. These days
                                              include trips to different destinations in the area with drop off and pick up at the Lake
                                              Bluff Park District Recreation Center.
                                              Days offered for the 2020/2021 school year are listed below. Field trip destinations
                                              will be posted later. Please note trips are subject to cancellations if we do not meet our
                                              minimum numbers.
                                              Note: Registration for days off school and holidays is available for children not enrolled
                                              in ARC; however, children currently enrolled in ARC have priority registration for these
                                              trips.
                                              CODE:           DATE:
                                              15489           January 4 (Teacher Institute Day)
                                              15490           January 18 (MLK Day)
                                              15492           February 12 (No School)
                                              15493           February 15 (President’s Day)
                                              15687           March 19 (Spring Break)
                                              15691           March 22 (Spring Break
                                              15692           March 23 (Spring Break)
                                              15693           March 24 (Spring Break)
                                              15694           March 25 (Spring Break)
                                              15695           March 26 (Spring Break)
                            Fall 2019         15482           May 7 (Teacher Institute Day)
                                              Ages:           K–5th Grade
ARC In-House Days                             Place:          Community Room/Gym
                                              Time:           8:00 am–6:00 pm
In-House Days are those days when             Fee:            $67
school is held only half of the day and       Min/Max:        15/45                   See Winter Break Programs next page
students may come to ARC for the re-
mainder of the day. Since In-House Days
are longer than our usual ARC days,
they are not included in the regular 20
school-day periods. The fee for an
In-house Day is $43 and must be signed
up for separately. Emergency Punch
Cards may not be used for In-House
Days. Children should bring lunch and
will be walked from the school to the
Park District.
Note: In-House Days are only for children
currently enrolled in the corresponding
ARC session.
CODE:        DATE:
15491        February 10 (TBD)
15476        February 11 (TBD)
Age:         K–5th Grade
Location:    Community Room/Gym
Time:        11:05 am–6:00 pm
Fee:         $43

                                                                                                                             Fall 2019

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