You are invited to a public forum at Riverside Brookfield High School on Monday, March 15, at 7:00 p.m. in the Little Theater. Interim Superintendent Dr. David Bonnette will present information on the past, present, and future financial condition of district 208.

The board is expected to vote on proposed budget cuts on March 23. The March 15 forum will allow Dr. Bonnette to make the community aware of cuts that may affect programming and allow a chance for questions and comments.

Please take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about our high school.

Hauser Junior High’s rendition of Casablanca, the movie made famous by Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, will be presented by the students of Hauser Junior High on March 23 and 24, 2010, at 7 p.m. The free performances are open to the public, so make sure to invite your friends, neighbors and relatives!

In an interesting twist, this play, directed by Hauser teachers David Mason and Karina Koncius, will incorporate actual film, a first at Hauser Jr. High School. “We will be using three huge movie screens during the performance, because we have filmed parts of the play as a tribute to the film. We’ve tried to copy every camera angle and the whole feel of the film. We’ve also filmed all of the Paris flashback scenes,” explained Mr. Mason.

A team of actors and stagehands went on location all over the Riverside and Chicagoland areas to places such as the Riverside train station and The Museum of Science and Industry, to film the flashbacks in the movie. Using black and white film, these clips help to add a sense of style and authenticity to the performance. “Our biggest filming occurred in and around the 1940’s train at the Museum of Science and Industry, where we had to make it rain indoors for the shot,” said Mr. Mason.

The directors, crew and actors have rehearsed many hours to present a high-quality, dramatic, action-filled play. For more information, please contact: Mrs. Koncius at konciusk@district96.org or Mr. Mason at masond@district96.org. Hope to see you at the shows!

District 96 Day at the Movies at the North Riverside Mall Classic Cinemas: Sponsored by the Hollywood PTA & Central PTO

What: Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (PG) , based on the best selling book by Rick Riordan.

Who: All Riverside District 96 students and their families

When: Friday, February 12 at 1:00 p.m.

Where: North Riverside Mall Classic Cinemas, 7501 W. Cermak Road, North Riverside, IL 60546

Tickets were sold in advance at Central & Hollywood, but tickets are also available at the door for District 96 students. Children attending must have proper adult supervision. If you have any question, please contact Jennifer Perry or Kathy Dudek.

Hauser PTA’s Annual Soup’s On Family Dinner will be held on Thursday, January 21, 5-7 p.m., in the Hauser Jr. High Cafeteria, 65 Woodside Road. Family, friends, community members: Please join us for a fun and delicious dinner of homemade soups, breads, and desserts. The cost of the dinner is $5.00 by advance purchase, or $7.00 at the door. Please make checks payable to “Hauser PTA” and drop your check off to PTA mailbox in the Hauser school office. Advance purchase tickets reserved in your name may be picked up at the door on the night of the event.This year, we have a couple of NEW and EXCITING silent auction items!

JUST A FEW OF THE ITEMS AVAILABLE AT THE SILENT AUCTION:
• Limited, 20-seat capacity, adult-only world percussion class, taught by the incomparable Mr. Collins!
• 2-hr. Sailboat lesson in downtown Chicago — Burnham Harbor, Lake Michigan
• Reserved seating and parking for Hauser’s 2010 8th grade graduation.
• Reserved seating for Hauser’s spring play, “Casablanca.”

All proceeds go toward programs and events sponsored by Hauser PTA for the benefit of Hauser students. For more information, please contact Tori or Olga.

Hauser PTA’s Annual Soup’s On Family Dinner will be held on Thursday, January 21, 5-7 p.m., in the Hauser Jr. High Cafeteria, 65 Woodside Road. Family, friends, community members: Please join us for a fun and delicious dinner of homemade soups, breads, and desserts. The cost of the dinner is $5.00 by advance purchase, or $7.00 at the door. Please make checks payable to “Hauser PTA” and drop your check off to PTA mailbox in the Hauser school office. Advance purchase tickets reserved in your name may be picked up at the door on the night of the event.This year, we have a couple of NEW and EXCITING silent auction items!

JUST A FEW OF THE ITEMS AVAILABLE AT THE SILENT AUCTION:
• Limited, 20-seat capacity, 2 hour, adult-only World Percussion Class, taught by the incomparable Mr. Collins.
• Reserved seating and parking for Hauser’s 2010 8th grade graduation.
• Reserved seating for Hauser’s spring play, “Casablanca.”

All proceeds go toward programs and events sponsored by Hauser PTA for the benefit of Hauser students. For more information, please contact Tori or Olga.

For Hauser parents who will be transitioning to RB next year, you may want to attend one of Superintendent David Bonnette’s parent forums. These informal, informational meetings are held on the first Friday of each month, with the next one to be held this Friday, January 8 at 9:00 a.m. Park along the north side of the fence and meet in Conference Room 102A at RB.

Hauser PTA is sponsoring a presentation for parents by Christine Sutton, Social Worker from Riverside Brookfield High School. Ms. Sutton will speak about the social/emotional issues facing adolescents, particularly as they transition to high school. Join us in the Hauser Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, following the Hauser PTA meeting. Parents from all schools are invited to attend. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Vais. Adults only, please.

One copy of “Parenting Teens with Love and Logic” by Cline and Fay, one of the books highly recommended by Ms. Sutton, will be given as a door prize at the PTA meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m., prior to the program.

On Sunday, January 31, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., RB is sponsoring an event for 7th & 8th grade students. At the “Day of Champions” there will be games and competitions in Wall climbing, Swimming, Tug-o-war, Shuttle runs, Weight lifting, Passing accuracy, and more. Advance registration and parental permission are required. For more information, and to download the permission slip, visit http://www.rbhs208.org/Athdept/Champions/DayofChampions.html.

Hauser PTA will sponsor a presentation for parents by Christine Sutton, Social Worker from Riverside Brookfield High School. Ms. Sutton will speak about the social/emotional issues facing adolescents, particularly as they transition to high school. Join us in the Hauser Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, following the Hauser PTA meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Vais.