We Are Thankful!

Glenbrook staff and students have so much to be thankful for, starting with each other!  It was a short week, but we managed to have a little fun appreciating one another and celebrating with a little tradition too.

Veterans' Day Celebration

November 11 was Veteran's Day and this year also marked the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Since the holiday fell on Sunday this year, we took nearly a week to learn and celebrate our nation's heroes. We read stories, created cards, donated good, and visited with several veterans to hear their stories of service.  Thank you to all of our Military Veterans who came out to Glenbrook and to those who have served and protected us each and every day.  We honor and appreciate you all!

Bugler Tom Day, founder of Bugles Across America, joined us for morning announcements.  Mrs. DeRoo shared a Veterans' Day Proclamation, the students, led by our 6th grade leaders, recited the pledge, Tom Day played Taps on the Bugle, and we held a moment of silence to honor those Veterans who lost their lives fighting for our freedom.  It was a beautiful ceremony.  For more information on Bugles Across America, go to BAA

America's White Table is just one of many books that our K-6 classrooms read to help children understand the impact that those her serve our country have on our own lives.  Our veteran visitors, Tom Day, Al Rayski, Joe Tremmel and Jack Kinyon also shared their stories and insights about serving in our nations military.  Our students and staff also collected over 10 boxes of food, toiletries and other items to donate to Operation Support Our Troops. Thanks to everyone for all of your support!

Camp Duncan

Twice a year our 6th graders enjoy a trip to Camp Duncan in Volo, IL. This year was no different. On Thursday our 6th graders did an awesome job showing Hawk Pride as they problem solved through a variety of group dilemmas.  The students worked cooperatively to solve problems and had a great time doing so. Thanks Glenbrook students for doing an amazing job. We can't wait until the extended day trip in the spring!

Cardboard Challenge

Each year we look forward to our Annual Cardboard Challenge. This year our students continued to share their creativity in unique ways.  The goal is to use cardboard and other recyclable materials to create a game or structure.  The students did not disappoint. Some worked collaboratively with other friends, some with families, some did individual projects, but all students did a fantastic job.  Thank you to Mrs. Smith for organizing the event and to Mrs. Jagielski, Mrs. McDonald and Mrs. Chandler and families for joining us and supporting our students' creations!

The idea of the Cardboard Challenge came from a boy named Caine.  If you'd like to learn more about this innovative and inspiring boy, check out the video on the website at Caine's Arcade .