Dozens of Marklund teachers and staff treated to a surprise dessert

Marklund Day School in Bloomingdale recently celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week with special icy treats.

Paula Bodzioch, Director of Education, connected with Kona Ice truck owner Tom McNeff who was happy, especially during this challenging year, to help support the teachers, paraprofessionals and staff who provide the specialized education to students with multiple disabilities and those on the autism spectrum served by the school.

The 60-plus staff members enjoyed the surprise dessert which arrived after school just as the final school buses departed.

Marklund Day Schools, serving students ages 3-21 from early childhood to transition, provide an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support.

Its highly sensory-driven program features physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, sensory room, computer adapted technology, community opportunities, recreational therapy and more.

Marklund Day Schools use a holistic approach to enhance physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. Teachers and therapists learn about students' individual strengths through assessment, direct observation, and communication with families.

For information, visit www.marklund.org or www.facebook.com/MarklundCharity.

Support Marklund and its Day Schools by signing up for the 39th annual Marklund Golf Classic Thursday, June 10, at Cog Hill Golf Course in Lemont.

Golfers up for the challenge may test their skills and endurance on either Course 1 or the famously challenging Dubsdread course.

Deadline for all hole and sponsor signs is May 21.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. with "Grab-and-Go" breakfast, and putting and driving range time. The shotgun start will be at 11 a.m. with an all-inclusive "BBQ and Beer on Course." There will be a cocktail hour and awards under the big tent from 4 to 5 p.m. To learn more, visit www.marklund.org/39th-annual-golf-classic/.