Freeman Elementary School PTO

Freeman Elementary School PTO Official PTO page for Freeman Elementary School in Aurora, IL

02/13/2026

🚨 Wellness & Friendship week prize drawing update! 🚨

Unfortunately, there was a delay in our prize delivery. 🙁 While they were originally slated to be delivered for today’s prize drawing, they have been pushed back to early next week. I am so sorry that we could not pass out prizes today.

The good news is…we have extended our drawing entry deadline! 👍 If you would still like to participate, please fill out a response slip (or post-it note) to share how you and your family explored wellness this week. ✏️ Please be sure to add your name and grade to your entry slip.

Bring your entry slip to the office Tuesday morning (2/17) and we’ll hold the drawing in the afternoon.

We appreciate your patience and look forward to holding the drawing next week! ❤️

We did it! Today is our last day of Wellness & Friendship Week: Happy Friendship Friday! ❤️🥰Connection, friendships, and...
02/13/2026

We did it! Today is our last day of Wellness & Friendship Week: Happy Friendship Friday! ❤️🥰

Connection, friendships, and inclusion are important for fostering a positive school experience. Having strong social connections and friendships provides a sense of belonging, can improve self-esteem, and builds a school community. Positive peer relationships can lead to better grades, improved conflict resolution skills, and less feelings of loneliness. Try inviting a new friend to play at recess!

Be sure any remaining response slips are turned in to the office this morning (✏️make sure your name and grade are written on the slip). Today is our ✨prize drawing✨! Two winners will be selected per grade.

We hope you enjoyed this year’s Wellness & Friendship Week and learned some cool new things about wellness along the way! Continue making healthy choices at home and exploring more ways to be well and be a good friend throughout the rest of the month…and beyond!

📷 If you captured any photos from this week, be sure to upload them to the yearbook Entourage App.

Today we continue Wellness & Friendship Week with Thoughtful Thursday! 💭Thoughtfulness is about how we can help others t...
02/12/2026

Today we continue Wellness & Friendship Week with Thoughtful Thursday! 💭

Thoughtfulness is about how we can help others through acts of kindness or service, without expecting something else in return. Being thoughtful helps develop empathy and compassion for others, problem-solving, perspective-taking, and can boost our own self-esteem and sense of accomplishment. Think of a way you could help someone in need today!

Remember to fill out your response slip (by tomorrow morning) if you would like to be entered into Friday's ✨prize drawing.✨ Be sure to ✏️ write your name and grade on the slip!

It’s the third day of Freeman Wellness & Friendship Week – happy Wellbeing Wednesday! 😊🧘‍♀️Being well is all about how w...
02/11/2026

It’s the third day of Freeman Wellness & Friendship Week – happy Wellbeing Wednesday! 😊🧘‍♀️

Being well is all about how we care for ourselves – body and mind. It’s important to treat yourself with kindness, get good sleep, manage emotions and stress, and believe in yourself. Wellbeing can include feelings of happiness, satisfaction, and gratitude. When we think about what we’re grateful for, we often improve our mood and develop a more positive mindset. Try practicing deep-breathing, keeping a gratitude journal, or positive self-talk.

Remember to fill out your response slip if you would like to be entered into a ✨prize drawing✨ at the end of the week. ✏️ Be sure to write your name and grade on the slip!

PARENTS! We are only a few weeks out from the Chicago Steel Weiner Dog Races and hockey game. Get your tickets today!
02/10/2026

PARENTS! We are only a few weeks out from the Chicago Steel Weiner Dog Races and hockey game. Get your tickets today!

Wellness & Friendship Week continues today with Tasty Tuesday! 🥗Today is all about trying new, healthy foods and recipes...
02/10/2026

Wellness & Friendship Week continues today with Tasty Tuesday! 🥗

Today is all about trying new, healthy foods and recipes. There are so many good-for-you foods that we can incorporate into our meals to figure out which ones we like and want to eat more of! Making healthy food choices is important because it helps your body and mind function the best that they can. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Talk with your family about ways you can keep mealtimes healthy and fun! Start by challenging yourself to try a new fruit or vegetable this week!

Remember to fill out your response slip if you would like to be entered into a ✨prize drawing✨ at the end of the week. ✏️ Be sure to write your name and grade on the slip!

We are kicking off Wellness & Friendship Week at Freeman today! We hope you will try a few activities we share with you ...
02/09/2026

We are kicking off Wellness & Friendship Week at Freeman today! We hope you will try a few activities we share with you this week.
Today is Movement Monday! 💪🏋️‍♂️

Exercise is a physical activity that can help us reset our minds by moving our bodies. Fitness and exercise move blood throughout your body to work your muscles, and strengthen your heart and lungs. Being active helps our brains, too! It reduces stress levels, helps us sleep better, and boosts our overall mood. You can develop healthy fitness habits with activities such as stretching, running or walking, dancing, playing sports, or even doing an obstacle course!

If you’d like to be entered into a drawing for a ✨prize✨ at the end of the week, be sure to fill out your response slip to let us know how you and your family are participating in wellness week activities (suggestions on your Inspiration Board). All responses (you may only submit one) must be turned into the office by Friday (2/13) morning. Two winners per grade will be selected. ✏️ Be sure to add your name and grade on the response slip!

WELLNESS & FRIENDSHIP WEEK STARTS TOMORROW!The PTO’s Health Committee invites Freeman families to participate in this ye...
02/08/2026

WELLNESS & FRIENDSHIP WEEK STARTS TOMORROW!

The PTO’s Health Committee invites Freeman families to participate in this year’s Wellness & Friendship Week! Our fourth annual event will be held this week (February 9-13) and is intended to introduce students to wellness concepts expanding beyond physical health. Together, we will explore essential wellness components such as: mindfulness, gratitude, mental health, relationships and connections, nutrition, and exercise.
Check out the inspiration board for ideas to encourage healthy habits at home.

To foster discussion and participation at home, we are encouraging students to share how their family is engaging in wellness week activities (suggestions on provided Inspiration Board). Throughout the week, students may submit a response slip (teachers will distribute) to be entered into a ✨prize drawing✨ at the end of the week. Participation is entirely optional and responses must be turned into the office by Friday (2/13) morning. Two winners per grade will be selected. Be sure to write your name and grade on the slip!

Tomorrow is Movement Monday! Wear ATHLETIC clothes or EXERCISE gear. 💪🏋️‍♂️

COMING NEXT WEEK!The PTO’s Health Committee invites Freeman families to participate in this year’s Wellness & Friendship...
02/06/2026

COMING NEXT WEEK!

The PTO’s Health Committee invites Freeman families to participate in this year’s Wellness & Friendship Week! Our fourth annual event will be held February 9-13 and is intended to introduce students to wellness concepts expanding beyond physical health. This year, we are also including a friendship component, in recognition of the end-of-week classroom friendship/Valentine’s celebrations. Together, we will explore essential wellness components such as: mindfulness, gratitude, mental health, relationships and connections, nutrition, and exercise.

During the week, we will share suggested wellness activities and information to encourage healthy habits at home, and to provide students with the vocabulary to talk about aspects of their health and wellbeing. Along the way, we hope to spark ideas and motivation for Freeman families to continue their wellness journeys beyond this week.

To foster discussion and participation at home, we are encouraging students to share how their family is engaging in wellness week activities (suggestions on provided Inspiration Board). Throughout the week, students may submit a response slip (teachers will distribute) to be entered into a prize drawing 🌟 at the end of the week. Participation is entirely optional and responses must be turned into the office by Friday (2/13) morning. Two winners per grade will be selected.

30 days to go! Get your tickets now!!!PARENTS! Freeman PTO is hosting a fundraiser, at the Chicago Steel Game, on Saturd...
01/29/2026

30 days to go! Get your tickets now!!!

PARENTS! Freeman PTO is hosting a fundraiser, at the Chicago Steel Game, on Saturday, February 28th at the 7:05p game!

Your ticket purchase leads to a $5 per ticket donation from the Steel to the Freeman PTO!

Purchase your tickets, TODAY, by using the QR Code (below) with offer code : FREEMAN26

Oh yeah...and it's the WEINER DOG RACE NIGHT at the game!w

01/22/2026

Dear School District 129 Families,

Due to forecasted extreme cold temperatures, all SD129 schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 23, for students at all grade levels. There will be no e-learning on this day.

The closure will be made up on Monday, April 6, our first emergency make-up day of the year.

All extracurricular activities scheduled for Friday are also canceled. Please stay tuned for further communication from your child’s school regarding weekend extracurricular activities.

Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

Just a reminder...PARENTS! Freeman PTO is hosting a fundraiser, at the Chicago Steel Game, on Saturday, February 28th at...
01/15/2026

Just a reminder...

PARENTS! Freeman PTO is hosting a fundraiser, at the Chicago Steel Game, on Saturday, February 28th at the 7:05p game!

Your ticket purchase leads to a $5 per ticket donation from the Steel to the Freeman PTO!

Purchase your tickets, TODAY, by using the QR Code (below) with offer code : FREEMAN26

Oh yeah...and it's the WEINER DOG RACE NIGHT at the game!

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