Unless someone like YOU cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It s NOT. The Lorax from Dr. Seuss

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1 Calling all parents! We re looking for new volunteers for the school year! Come join us at our next PTC Meeting on Tuesday, March 4 th at 6:30 pm in the HBT Library! A community is only as wonderful as its members make it and we know YOU have a lot to offer. Help create the school YOU want to see and the one your child loves. We are now looking for volunteers for the HBT PTC (Board members as well as event volunteers). We would like to determine board positions in April to give the old and new board some time to work together before this year comes to an end. All but TWO of our current board members will be leaving next year! Without our great parents and volunteers, we won t be able to offer our students great events throughout the year, such as the Carnival, Ice Cream Social, yearbook, and book fair! Here is a brief description of our current board positions. Based on interest it is likely that these positions could be changed for next year to create co-positions with split responsibilities. President Presides over the monthly PTC Meetings. Vice President Takes on duties of the President if they are not able to attend. Secretary Creates the Agenda for PTC Meetings in conjunction with the President, takes the minutes for the PTC Meetings Treasurer Manages the PTC Bank Account & Budget. Checks the PTC money at school regularly, makes deposits and disburses reimbursement/expense checks as needed. Communications Chair Coordinates the E-Blast PTC Newsletter, PTC Facebook page and PTC Website. Obtains the information from the committee chairs and PTC board and then publishes into these areas as needed. Why should I be more involved in the PTC? Being involved gives you the opportunity to work with and get to know the teachers and staff at our school. You get the chance to meet other parents. It creates a better community. If you are interested in a board position or committee chair, please contact Shaena Dietz at fsdietz7@gmail.com or Denise Perry at perryponys@yahoo.com. We will also be at the meeting to answer any questions you may have about PTC Board Positions and Committees. We hope to see you there! Unless someone like YOU cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It s NOT. The Lorax from Dr. Seuss

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3 where: Prairie Knolls Middle School 225 NESLER RD. ELGIN, IL when: Saturday, April :00 AM-NOON Central District 301 Presents the 4th Annual FINE ARTS SHOWCASE AN EVENT SHOWCASING STUDENTS ARTISTIC AND MUSICAL TALENTS Artwork and music performed by K-8 students district-wide, representing Country Trails Prairie View Lily Lake Howard B. Thomas CMS PKMS

4 The Autism Program Service Center, ESMC Rockford Region needs your help to fill the BMO for the 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs. Every 20 seconds a parent is told their child has an Autism Spectrum Disorder. (1 in 88 children, 1 in 54 boys) This event will help bring awareness and support to those children and families who already have received a diagnosis, and for those who will be diagnosed in the future. Please join us as the Rockford IceHogs take on the Milwaukee Admirals, March 8th at 7:00 P.M. Tickets can be purchased for $15.00 with $5.00 coming back to The Autism Program (TAP) Service Center, ESMC Rockford Region by calling Make sure to mention Autism to ensure you are participating in the Autism Awareness Night. For more information about the event or to learn more about autism spectrum disorders call Lori Davie at or ldavie@eastersealschicago.org First 2500 fans will receive an Autism Awareness Magnet Anthony Billups from Crazy Hearts: Nashville on A & E will be singing the night of the event

5 The The CHS Athletic Boosters invite you to the annual Draw Down Fundraiser 2014 Draw Down is a major fundraiser for the CHS Athletic Boosters. Money raised at this event helps support student athletes and athletic programs at Central High School. Your support of this fundraising event is greatly appreciated by CHS athletes and coaches. Please join us on Sat. April 12, 2014 at the Eagle s Club 325 Raymond St. in Gilberts The doors will open at 6PM The Draw Down begins at 7PM - Team sponsored basket silent auction; write down bid to win - 50/50 raffles -Must be 21 to attend - Music, food, beverages and entertainment provided - Live auction Purchase a $100 Draw Down ticket, which includes a cover charge for two and several chances to win prize money throughout the evening. - Every 10 th number drawn wins $125 -Last # drawn wins $4,000, or the final 4 numbers can win $1,000 each If you do not purchase a Draw Down ticket, a cover charge of $15 per person allows you to attend the event. All proceeds from the Draw Down will benefit the CHS Athletic Boosters. Respond soon, tickets are limited! Mail to: Michele Schutta If you have any questions please contact Michele Schutta 45W339 Freedom Ct. at or via micheleschutta@foxvalley.net Hampshire, IL Please complete the following and return by March 14, 2014 Please return bottom portion with your contribution Draw Down 2014 Make checks payable to: CHS Athletic Boosters Name Phone # Address address to receive ticket confirmation Please check the following that apply: You do not have to be present to win prize money. Enclosed is $100 for my Draw Down ticket Yes split, win $1,000 or No split, win $4,000 My preferred Draw Down number is # Your # from last year will only be reserved until March 14. I am not interested in purchasing a Draw Down ticket, however, I have enclosed a donation for the Central High School Athletic Boosters for $. The CHS Athletic Boosters thank you for your support. Go Rockets!!!

6 L I T T L E L E A G U E i n t e r n a t i o n a l CHALLENGER DIVISION The Challenger Division of Little League is a program for mentally and physically challenged youth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. More than the skills of baseball learned through the experience, the value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports, the strengthening of participants self-esteem, the opportunities to mainstream into other divisions of play, and the disciplines of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, which are hallmarks of the Little League program. The Little League Challenger Division provides the framework so Little League programs may offer a structured, athletic activity for all youth in their communities. Playing with the same equipment on the same fields, Challenger Division participants have the opportunity to experience the joys of pulling together as a team, being cheered, and earning awards for their achievements.

7 Little League Challenger Division What is the Challenger program? The Challenger Division offers boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 5 to 18 (or the completion of high school), the opportunity to participate in an organized game of baseball. The most fundamental goal of the Challenger Division is to give everyone a chance to play. How does my league start a Challenger program? Individuals interested in starting a Challenger program in their community, should contact Sam Ranck, Director of the Challenger Division at Little League International. Locally, individuals should contact the Director of Special Education in the school district and find out how many children are enrolled in classes. Some other good resources are the local mental health community service as well as any parent support groups in your community. What additional equipment will my league need to operate a Challenger program? No additional equipment is necessary. Each individual child may use his or her own equipment just like children who play in other divisions of Little League. However, leagues have the option to adjust equipment to accommodate individual challenges, such as using a lighter and smaller bat for children who cannot use an aluminum or wooden bat. Do Challenger games have to be played on a special field? No, a special field is not necessary to operate a Challenger program. Challenger games are played on a standard Little League field. However, some communities choose to build wheelchair-friendly synthetic fields specifically for the Challenger program. What resources will Little League International provide to my league if we charter and operate a Challenger program? Little League provides rule books, brochures, posters and a DVD to anyone operating, or interested in operating a Challenger program in their league. In addition, staff at Little League International is available to answer any questions. Does Little League offer financial assistance to local leagues interested in establishing a Challenger program? New Challenger programs have the opportunity to apply through Little League International for a grant from Teammates for Kids ranging from $500 to $5,000, depending upon the number of children in the program What would a Challenger Information Kit contain? Brochures, a DVD, Rule Books and promotional posters. How much does it cost to operate a Challenger program? The Challenger Division can be operated at the same cost as any other division of Little League. Does my league have to purchase additional insurance in order to operate a Challenger program? No, the insurance cost for a Challenger program would be the same as the cost for other divisions of Little League Baseball and Softball. The Special Rules of the Challenger Division All Children ages 5 through 18, or who remain in school, with physical or mental disabilities are encouraged to participate. Level of play based upon player s size, age and skill level are recommended where numbers allow. Teams can include as many as 15 to 20 players. Players can participate in one of three levels: Tee Ball, Coach-Pitch, Player-Pitch. Each player in Tee Ball and Coach-Pitch may use the Buddy system, however, it is not mandatory. Buddies can also assist the Player-Pitch participants. Every player on the roster is in the batting order and shall play defensively for the entire game. No team is scheduled to play more than one game in one day. The side is retired when the offense has batted through the roster, or when three outs are recorded. Little League recommends that no score be kept during games. Challenger Division players wear the same uniforms, shoulder patches, and safety equipment as other Little Leaguers. Insurance for the Challenger Division is set at the same low cost as other Little League Divisions and is available through Little League International in Williamsport, Pa. However, whenever possible and with reasonable accommodations, disabled children should participate in unrestricted league play provided their participation is possible and fair within the standard rules and regulations of Little League. For more information about establishing a Challenger Division contact: Sam Ranck League Development Manager ext. 254 sranck@littleleague.org 539 U.S. Route 15 Highway P.O. Box 3485 Williamsport, PA Friend us: Follow us: